VA/Military Student Success
College Credit for Military Training
You might be closer to a degree than you think! Wayland offers degree plans that accept military training for college credit. Explore this program to see if it is the best education avenue for you.
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VA/ Military Benefits
Navigate your benefit and other funding opportunities here! Find out what benefits you or your dependents qualify for, how to apply for those benefits, as well as general information on benefits.
Benefits
Military Career to Wayland Degree
Whether you鈥檙e looking to build an education that aligns with your military career or jump into a new field, Wayland has a multitude of degree plans to choose from. Check out the possibilities!
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V-CEVSS Mission:Support military affiliated students engaged in the mission to receive higher education by providing streamlined, comprehensive services through virtually accessible, adaptable, innovative, and collaborative programs designed to enhance each students’ performance academically, professionally, mentally, and spiritually for continued service to God and humankind.
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Office Information
Email:听VeteransCenter@wbu.edu
Phone: 806-291-3421
Location:听Virtual for all WBU campuses and students
Office Hours:听CST听
Monday-Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fridays 9:00 am - 4:00 pm听
Christine Lockridge
Project Coordinator
Email: christine.lockridge@wbu.edu
Phone: 806-291-3421
Location: Plainview, TX
Iris Teasley
Mental Health & Life Coach for VA students
Email: Teasleyi@wbu.edu
Phone: 210-590-5615
Location: San Antonio
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V-CEVSS Support
The Virtual Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (V-CEVSS) provides a comprehensive suite of support services to all VA and military affiliated students no matter where they are located.
Select to discover more about the support you have:
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The Veteran Newsletter: Mental Health & PerformanceDifference Between Moral Injury and PTSD
~ Tania D. Perez-Orozco, MA, LPC-A
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Resources and Guides
Performance Improvement Guide for Veteran Students
This guide explores how a focus on mental health and performance improvement can assist in navigating the challenges of transitioning from high-structure military life to low-structure academic life. V-CEVSS offers tailored services to meet these needs, addressing the impact of invisible wounds such as PTSD and chronic stress through counseling sessions and support groups.
Faculty Guide for Military Affiliated Students
Discover essential insights and best practices for supporting military-affiliated students in academic settings with this comprehensive faculty guide. Learn effective strategies for understanding the unique needs and experiences of these students, facilitating their successful transition from military to academic life, and providing meaningful support throughout their educational journey.
Military Affiliated Student Guide for Faculty
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Isakson and Roe Section 1018 Requirements
Cost of attendance information and resources.
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Established Excellence
Wayland is a faith-based institution focused on academic excellence and was among the first institutions to consider the educational needs of men and women servicing in the U.S. armed services. A legacy continued by offering degree programs in compliance with military education benefits. You will find service men and women from every branch of the armed services taking courses, teaching, and working at WBU.
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FAQs
Tutoring – our tutoring service is dedicated to providing individuals of all ages with a personalized and effective learning experience. We understand that everyone has unique learning styles, challenges, and goals. Therefore, our tutoring program connects students with tutors who tailor their approach to address specific academic needs and foster a deeper understanding of the subject matter.
Academic Accommodations – our academic accommodations services are designed to empower students with diverse learning needs by providing tailored support and accommodations. We understand that each student has unique strengths and challenges, and our program aims to create an inclusive educational environment that ensures equal access to learning opportunities. We start with a thorough assessment of each student’s learning profile. Based on this assessment, we collaboratively develop individualized accommodation plans that address specific learning challenges and optimize the student’s academic experience.
Mentorship – our mentorship service is designed to provide you with a unique and invaluable opportunity for personal and professional development. Rooted in the belief that guidance and support are essential for growth, our mentorship program connects individuals seeking guidance with experienced and accomplished professionals/graduates across various fields.
2. Apply to Wayland Baptist University:
3. Connect with your campus’ School Certifying Official (SCO):
- Plainview, Texas and WBUonline: Samantha Jouett: jouetts@wbu.edu
- Alaska Campuses: Bryan Myers: Bryan.myers@wbu.edu
- Hawaii: Linda AhHee: linda.l.ahhee@wbu.edu
- Phoenix, Arizona: Arlene Hernandez: hernandeza@wbu.edu
- San Antonio, Texas: Marjorie Yandell: yandellm@wbu.edu
- Sierra Vista, Arizona: Barbara Lopez: lopexb@wbu.edu
- Wichita Falls, Texas: Wendi Dunlap: dunlapw@wbu.edu
- Plainview, Texas and WBUonline: Samantha Jouett: jouetts@wbu.edu
- Alaska Campuses: Bryan Myers: Bryan.myers@wbu.edu
- Hawaii: Linda AhHee: linda.l.ahhee@wbu.edu
- Phoenix, Arizona: Arlene Hernandez: hernandeza@wbu.edu
- San Antonio, Texas: Marjorie Yandell: yandellm@wbu.edu
- Sierra Vista, Arizona: Barbara Lopez: lopexb@wbu.edu
- Wichita Falls, Texas: Wendi Dunlap: dunlapw@wbu.edu
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