WSU Veteran and Military Center

ATTENTION SPRING 2026 GRADUATES! 🎓

✅ Graduation Cords: Available now at the VMC for ALL military connected students. Stop by and pick yours up!

✅ Stoles: Available for active duty, guard, reserve, and veteran students. These are expected to arrive during Finals week so be sure to keep an eye on our page and your email for the arrival announcement!

We are proud of your service and are so excited to see your future! 🇺🇸



If you have questions, please give us a call at 937-775-5550 or send an email to [email protected].

Join us Saturday, April 11th at AMVETS Post 464 in Huber Heights for an afternoon of food, fun, and friends.

Register today to guarantee your spot in our tournament.

Family-friendly and open to the public.
Enjoy playing cards, board games, and more between co****le matches.
Player and spectator registration includes lunch, drinks, raffle tickets, and more.
Service Members and Veterans will receive a special gift with player registration.

Players are guaranteed at least three games this year!

Prizes for the Top 3 teams

Consolation prize for the first team eliminated
If you lose at Co****le you can still win in our raffle!
- Reds Tickets
- Dragons Tickets
- Boonshoft Tickets
- Cincinnati Zoo Tickets
- Team Entry to our 2026 Golf Outing
And more!

We have sponsorship options too. Sponsor for as low as $100, with other sponsorship options including team registration into the tournament.

This annual event helps VMAS fund:
- Student engagement events with the Wright State Veteran & Military Center
- Military Community Advocate roles through the National Veterans Leadership Foundation
-Support for the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans
-The VMAS Vanguard Fund which supports student scholarships and Champion - Garden tags for new Wright State Alumni.

Learn more and register at https://events.wrightstatealumni.com/e/veteran-and-military-alumni-society-co****le-tournament

Check out last year's event at https://www.wrightstatevmas.com/post/2025-co****le-tournament.

From Service to Success Survey
Link: https://bit.ly/41DBj1P

This is your chance to directly influence how the VMC supports you and future military-affiliated students at Wright State!

Please take some time to provide some feedback! If you do, you will be automatically entered into the Veteran and Military Raffle! Our top prizes include:

Gift certificates to the University Book Store:
1st place: $100
2nd place: $75
3rd place: $50

Drawing is at 1400 on Wednesday, April 22nd 2026

Our last Taco Tuesday is TODAY from 1100-1300. Please stop by Allyn 131 to get some Tacos sponsored by the Veteran and Military Center.

Summer 2026: Don’t Leave Your Housing Allowance to Chance!

Summer semester is "non-standard," which means the VA’s rules for full-time status are DIFFERENT than FAFSA or Wright S’s usual rules. If you want that full MHA (Monthly Housing Allowance), you need to plan your schedule carefully!

📅 The Dates You Need to Know:
Full Term (C): May 18 – Aug 6
A Term: May 18 – June 25
B Term: June 29 – Aug 6

May and August are prorated months. There is also a small gap (June 26–28) between A and B terms that may affect your pay.

🎓 How to Qualify as "Full-Time" for the VA:
Undergrad Students (Pick one):
8+ credits in the Full Term (C)
4 credits in Full Term + 3 credits in BOTH A & B
4 credits in A Term AND 4 credits in B Term

Graduate Students:
4+ credits in the Full Term (C)
2+ credits in an A or B term

📝 Don't Forget the Paperwork!
New Students: Fill out the Initial Contact Form.

Everyone: You MUST complete the Veteran Enrollment Report (VER) every single semester you want to use benefits.

Questions? We know this is confusing—we are here to explain it so you don’t miss out on your benefits!

Email: [email protected]
Call: 937-775-5550

We hope your Spring Break was restful! As we gear up for the rest of the semester, it’s already time to look toward Summer 2026.

Summer enrollment can be confusing, because the VA sees Summer differently than Financial Aid (FAFSA) does. To make sure you get your full MHA and avoid any "no one told me" moments, please read these guidelines carefully.

📅 The Summer Timeline
Full Term (C): May 18 – Aug 6
A Term (6 weeks): May 18 – June 25
B Term (6 weeks): June 29 – Aug 6

⚠️ Note: There is a 3-day gap (June 26–28) between A and B terms that may be pro-rated. May and August are also pro-rated months.
📚 How to be "Full-Time" for the VA
To get your FULL Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA), you must meet these specific credit hour counts:

Undergraduate Students (Pick one):
8 credit hours in the Full Term (C).
4 credits in Full Term (C) PLUS 3 credits in both A and B terms.
4 credits in A Term AND 4 credits in B Term.

Graduate Students:
4+ credit hours in the Full Term (C).
2+ credit hours in an A or B term.

📝 Don't Forget!
New Students: Fill out the Initial Contact Form.
Returning Students: You MUST complete the Veteran Enrollment Report (VER) for the Summer.
Take care of yourself: Transitioning back is tough—we're here if you need a hand, a place to hangout, or resources if things are too overwhelming.

Questions? Don't guess! Email us at [email protected] or call 937-775-5550.