September Newsletter

As we move through the fall semester, the Office of Student Veterans is excited to continue to assist and support our incoming and current student population!

Thank you to all who made their way out to the Open House. We are glad to have such wonderful on- and off-campus partners who could come and support our veterans, and are glad so many of you were able to benefit from those resources.

Later this month, we have another opportunity for community building with the Opening Hail. See below for more information on the location and time for this event!

As a reminder, our office is always available for questions or concerns. Please don't hesitate to reach out. We look forward to seeing you all very soon.

Warm regards,

The Duke Student Veterans Office

S. Clay Adams, Assistant Vice President
Grace Sullivan Zirkle, Associate Director

Dalton Dey, Assistant Director
Nicholas Harrelson, Graduate Assistant
Beautiful Reed, Graduate Assistant

9/11 - A Day of Remembrance

As we send this September newsletter on September 11th or Patriot Day, the Office of Student Veterans wants to recognize and honor the service and sacrifice made by the men and women in uniform, as well as their families. The 9/11 attacks will never be forgotten, nor will the ultimate price that was paid for by first responders and those in our armed forces who were deployed as part of the Global War on Terror.

Today we pause to remember those that we lost, and we also remember the strength of our community. The terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, irreparably altered both the fabric of this nation and the entire world. However, the strength and resiliency of our country’s people remain unshakeable. We recognize that this anniversary impacts everyone differently, and we encourage you to take care of yourself.

Opening Hail

The Office of Student Veterans is hosting an Opening Hail on Sunday, September 17th, 2023 from 1400-1600 at Hi-Wire Brewing. This is an opportunity for incoming and current military-affiliated students to meet and build rapport! Partners and family members are welcome to attend! The OSV will provide food -- drinks are for purchase.

Welcome Dalton Dey! Assistant Director of the OSV

Dalton Dey (he/him) is coming from Towson University, outside of Baltimore, where he worked for the past two years. Originally from Nebraska, Dalton's professional career has included stops at The Ohio State University and Johns Hopkins University. Dalton is excited to work with the Office of Student Veterans and learn how he can best support the community. He recently moved to Durham, so if you have any recommendations on the local food and coffee scene, please let him know!

Welcome To Duke: Special Message from Vice President, Antwan Lofton

Questions about Financial Assistance and Veteran Benefits?

The VA Education Benefits Coordinator in the Office of the University Registrar is happy to assist you with any questions regarding:

GI Bill
Yellow Ribbon
Chapter 31 Benefits
Chapter 35 Benefits
Tuition Assistance
VA Benefits
and anything else

Whenever you have questions, please reach out via email (veteranseducation@duke.edu), and they will respond as quickly as they can.

Job Posting - Graduate Assistantship with the Office of Student Veterans

Do you enjoy being a part of this military-affiliated community and want to help it grow and prosper? Consider applying to work for the Office of Student Veterans!

Work in cooperation with the Dean of Students Office staff to create, execute, and support programs and services for military-affiliated students enrolled at Duke University. Using the OSV's three pillars, the graduate assistant will assist fellow military-affiliated students by advocating for them university-wide, creating community-building opportunities, and connecting them to resources that can make their time at Duke a great and memorable one!

This position requires in-person hours during business hours and some nights and weekends. If you are interested, please email us with an attached resume. We look forward to hearing from you all and are excited to add another member to our team!

GI Bill Tutoring Benefit

Students can receive tutoring as a GI bill benefit if the student is:

Enrolled in an educational program for half-time or more,
Are using the Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30), Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33), or the Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35) benefit,
Having trouble in a required subject and needs a tutor.

Students can be reimbursed by the GI Bill for up to $100 a month and a total of $1,200.

The course instructor (or teacher) must agree the student needs a tutor and write a letter on their behalf.

VA Scholarships for Students in the Medical/Healthcare Field

VA offers scholarships to students looking to work in a VA healthcare facility, serving our Nation’s Veterans.

These scholarships cover many degrees and certifications and can help benefits reach through to program completion.

Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Scholarship

Students studying for a STEM degree may be eligible for the Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship. The scholarship is for Veterans using the Post-9/11 GI Bill and Fry Scholars and allows them additional benefits by up to nine months or $30,000.

Students must:

Be enrolled in a qualifying STEM program,
Have completed a certain amount of time on their degree,
Have six months or less of their benefit remaining (apply too soon, you will be denied).

Ways to Connect

Office of Student Veterans: veterans@studentaffairs.duke.edu

VA Education Benefits Coordinator in the Office of the University Registrar: veteranseducation@duke.edu