April Newsletter

As April unfolds and we step into the vibrant season of spring, the Office of Student Veterans extends warm regards to you all!

To keep the momentum going this semester, we're thrilled to announce several exciting events on the horizon. First, mark your calendars for the upcoming Veterans Council Meeting, where we'll come together to discuss important matters and strengthen our community bonds. Stay tuned for further details on the Chapel Climb/graduation cord handout event, which promises to be a memorable experience. And finally, another round of camaraderie and relaxation at our Happy Hour at the Krafthouse later this month.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, remember that our office is here for you. Your well-being and success are our top priorities.

Here's to a fantastic remainder of the month ahead as we approach the end of spring and graduation season for many!

Warm regards,
The Duke Office of Student Veterans

S. Clay Adams, Assistant Vice President
Grace Sullivan Zirkle, Associate Director
Dalton Dey, Assistant Director
Beautiful Reed, Graduate Assistant

Spring Semester Upcoming Events

Veterans Council Meeting - April 15th, 2024
Happy Hour at the Krafthouse - April 29th, 2024

Chapel Climb - May 6th, 2024

March Madness Bracket - WINNERS

The Duke Office of Student Veterans congratulates this year's winners!:

CORYN WIN
Chance says let's ball
idk what im doing

If you are one of these top three individuals, please email us for more details about your prize.

Thank you all again for participating! It is always a joy getting to host a bracket with all the enthusiasm it gets each year. We look forward to hosting again in 2025.

Veterans Council Meeting - Next Week

Our graduate assistant Beautiful will be convening a Student Veteran Council on Monday, April 15th at 1200 on Zoom to connect with the student veterans from across campus. We will discuss past and future veterans events, various initiatives in the Office of Student Veterans and student veteran organizations, and ways in which student veteran organizations can better engage with and serve the community. This meeting is open to all interested military-affiliated students, so feel free to join if you are available.

The link to join is https://duke.zoom.us/j/98976768232.

Spring Semester Chapel Climb

The Duke Office of Student Veterans will be hosting a Duke Chapel Tower Climb on Monday, May 6th from 1100 to 1400. Drop by for the opportunity to climb to the top of the Duke Chapel tower. Climbs will happen every half hour with the last climb beginning at 1100. There will be food and refreshments provided as you wait your turn to climb.

Student veterans are welcome to bring a guest, but they must be sixteen years of age or older. All participants must wear close-toed shoes and will be required to fill out a waiver on-site. We encourage participants to view the waiver ahead of time here.

We will also have graduation cords available for those graduating this semester in attendance.

Graduation Cords

If you are graduating but cannot attend and would like to request a graduation cord, please email the Office of Student Veterans. Remote students can send us an address where they would like your cord mailed. For local students, we will work with you to coordinate another time on campus to give you your cord.

Happy Hour at the Krafthouse

The Office of Student Veterans will be holding another Happy Hour at the Krafthouse located within the Brodhead Center on West Campus Monday, April 29th from 1600-1800. This is a great opportunity to meet and build rapport with others in our community. Appetizers will be provided by the Office of Student Veterans. Drinks are available for purchase.

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,
Using the Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606), Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (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.

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