Veterans Engagement Services

Recap of our Graduation Celebration! 🎉 👩‍🎓👨‍🎓

We want to thank everyone who showed up today for both military-affiliated and transfer initiatives students.

We wish you best on your future endeavors, Congratulations Graduates! 🎓

🎓✨ Today we celebrated BIG!

Our Graduation Reception, hosted by Veterans Engagement Services (VES) and the Transfer Initiatives Team, was filled with smiles, laughter, and well-deserved recognition 💛

To all of our graduates—your hard work, resilience, and dedication truly paid off. We’re so proud to have been part of your journey and can’t wait to see what’s next for you 🎉

Cheers to new beginnings and unforgettable memories 🥂

May is packed with exciting updates from VES 🌸🎓

This month, we’re proud to recognize and celebrate our graduating students for their hard work, dedication, and accomplishments—your journey does not go unnoticed! We’re also opening opportunities for students to get more involved, from VES Work Study positions for the upcoming term to leadership roles within the Student Veterans Association.

Be sure to stay on track with important dates like the end of classes and final exams, and don’t forget to check out our upcoming VES Information Sessions designed to help you get ahead for the Fall semester. There’s a lot happening, and this is just a glimpse—make sure you read the full newsletter so you don’t miss anything important!

Stay connected with us across all platforms for updates, reminders, and more opportunities. Wishing everyone a successful end to the semester and a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved summer ☀️💛

Sunshine, summer classes, and a little extra support ☀️📚

Military-affiliated students—don’t miss out on Summer Session I scholarships for books & tuition! Limited funds, so get those applications in early ⏳✨

📅 Opens: April 1

📅 Deadline: June 5

First come, first served—let’s make this summer count 💪🌸

MilitaryStudents CollegeLife YouGotThis

Hello, and our apologies if you recently received an invitation with inaccurate information regarding the UMGC MilVet Net event. The details below reflect the correct date and information. This event is open to any military connected student in the DC Maryland and Northern VA areas! If you have questions you can reach out to me directly at [email protected]. Feel free to tell a friend!
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Mark your calendars for the upcoming 2026 Military & Veteran Networking Event Tuesday, May 5th 2026, at the College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. This is a networking event highlighting national, regional, and local support services available to military servicemembers, veterans, and their families.
Military and Veteran Networking Event (MilVet Net)
College Park Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
3501 University Blvd East
Adelphi, MD 20783
Admission and parking are at no cost to you. A complimentary meal will also be provided.
RSVP TODAY
At MilVet Net, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Connect with Veterans Service Organizations (VSOs), nonprofits, caregiver resources, and select employers
Participate in a VA Benefits Claims Clinic More Info to come
Get a free professional headshot courtesy of Laura Hatcher Photography
(On-site signup required; first come, first served)
Meet with UMGC Alumni Services, Career Services, and the Veterans Programs team
Participate in a Free Virtual Resume Writing Webinar hosted by UMGC Career Services, immediately following the MilVet Net event.
We are also excited to welcome our keynote speaker, Dr. KC Castille, who will explore leadership, vulnerability, perception, and intrinsic motivation, challenging you to think, act, and grow as a leader.
If you have questions regarding the event, please reach out to the Veterans Initiatives Office at [email protected]. We hope to see you there!
If you require a special accommodation to fully participate in this event, contact Accessibility Services at [email protected] or 240-684-2287. Please allow a minimum of 72 hours before the event to arrange the accommodation.

We had the sweetest time with everyone who stopped by to grab some ice cream and take a well-deserved break!

Huge thank you to our amazing Transfer Initiative team for teaming up with us and helping make it all happen 💙 You all made the day extra special!

Stay cool, keep pushing through, and remember—you’ve got this 💪✨

Looking for a new career opportunity. Come one, come all to our 7th Annual Community and Veteran Hiring Fair. You do not have to be military to attend. You just have to come dressed to impress with plenty of resumes. Possible on-the-spot interviews! Thanks for following us and sharing with your networks. Registration preferred, but not required.

🇺🇸💼 Calling all job seekers, veterans & community members!

Join us at **Morgan State University’s 7th Annual Community & Veterans Hiring Fair** — a great opportunity to connect with and potentially get hired on the spot by **50+ local, city, and state employers** all in one place.

📅 **Monday, March 9, 2026**
⏰ **11:00 AM – 2:00 PM**
📍 **MSU Student Center | Calvin & Tina Tyler Ballroom**
📌 1700 E. Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, MD

✨ Bring plenty of resumes
👔 Dress to impress (business casual)
📝 Resume Doctor available
📲 Registration preferred (scan the QR code on the flyer!)

Let’s strengthen our community through employment. See you there! 💪

VES FAMILY!!
Game day + giving back = the perfect Saturday.
Get out the house and support the Army–Navy celebration! 🏈✨
From food to festivities to honoring our vets — this is the place to be.💙💚