The Veteran

December 2025 Newsletter

As we hit the home stretch of fall term, now’s the perfect time to set yourself up for a smooth finals week and an even stronger start to winter. Make sure you’ve certified your courses through Vet Cert so your benefits are processed on time. If you have questions about your VA benefits, don’t stress in silence, our VetSuccess on-campus counselor is here to help you navigate anything specific to your situation.

And if you’re hunting for the perfect study spot, the Veterans Resource Center is fully open and ready for you. Whether you need a quiet place to focus or a space to collaborate, we’ve got options. Check out the Collaboration Corner featuring five private study cubicles for individual work, or reserve our conference room for group projects and team study sessions.

Finish fall term strong, and let the VRC help you get ahead for winter!

PSU's Day of Giving is right around the corner, and this year it's a month-long fundraiser to support students
across campus, including the VRC's Hardship Fund.
Because of donors amazing generosity, we were able to provide small grants to more than 12 student Veterans last year.
Your support made a real difference for student Veterans facing unexpected challenges, and we can’t thank
you enough. This year, we’re hoping you’ll help us do it again!
Our goal is to raise $3,000+ to support student Veterans in need. If we meet our goal, we’ll be able to step up for
at least 15 Veterans who might otherwise go without support. 

It's your last chance this term to take advantage of free auricular acupuncture treatments for veterans, facilitated by Dr. Cynthia Ferrier, MD, a certified provider in this evidence-based practice!

This 30-minute treatment focuses solely on the external portion of the ears and has been shown to help reduce symptoms associated with PTSD, including anxiety, insomnia, and hyperarousal. Appointments are available between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM on December 2, 9, and 16. Take a step toward relaxation and healing, reserve your appointment today at the VRC (SMSU Basement, Room #018) 

To learn more about how acupuncture is being used to support veterans with PTSD, read the VA’s article

We’re switching things up with a special Hot Cocoa Social! Come warm up with us, sip something sweet, and take a breather before finals hit

Whether you’re a regular at our weekly Coffee Talk or popping in for the first time, you’re welcome here. Join us Wednesday, December 3rd from 9:30 to 11 AM in the VRC for cozy vibes and good company. Treat yourself and come hang out! ☕️🎄✨

Thursday, December 4th from 10am-2:30pm

The Department of Labor’s Off-Base Transition Training (OBTT) program will host two in-person employment workshops here at the VRC on Thursday, December 4th. Open to veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and their spouses, these sessions focus on practical career skills. The Understanding Resume Essentials workshop (10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.) explains the importance of a well-structured resume that clearly highlights relevant skills and experience to potential employers, while the Creating Your Resume - Writing Workshop (12:30–2:30 p.m.) is a build-on to the Understanding Resume Essentials. Space is limited, register now!