Welcome to Veterans Affairs at Western Kentucky University!

Veterans Affairs at WKU does not work for the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). The office serves as a liason between WKU student veterans and dependents and the DVA. We assist students with the processing of VA forms for DVA educational benefits, advise students about certain procedural requirements, and certify enrollment of veterans and dependents to the DVA. Student entitlement is based on VA regulations. Monthly payment is determined by the number of credit hours for which that student is enrolled. The VA Coordinator also closely monitors each veteran's enrollment status and academic program according to DVA guidelines.

The Veterans Affairs office at WKU strives to meet the DVA goal of "Putting Veterans First."

As a veteran, you may be entitled to education benefits. Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The Office of Veterans Affairs at WKU is located in the Financial Aid Office in Potter Hall on the third floor.

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Potter Hall, Room 337
Phone: 1-270-745-3732 (option 3)
Fax: 1-270-745-6586
Email: va.questions@wku.edu

Assistance for Gulf War Veterans

Western Kentucky University ’s Acquired Brain Injury Resource Program is dedicated to help those with traumatic brain injury to stay in school, be successful in the classroom, and to offer information about recovery from brain injury. The program has received special funding to help veterans of the Gulf War who have suffered head injuries and who are interested in taking on-line courses through WKU or any other university. Assistance is available to help purchase computer equipment, internet services and technical support for those who qualify. For more information contact Dr. Richard Dressler at (270) 745-2520, or email him at: richard.dressler@wku.edu.

Scholarship

The Major Samuel Woodfill Cincinnati Chapter announces its 2010 Scholarship Program for Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom soldier's children, medically/honorably discharged OIF and OEF Army Veterans, Spouses of Fallen Soldiers in the Global War on Terrorism, and Army Soldiers who are currently serving or have served in the Global War on Terrorism  in that priority.

Also priority is given to residents of Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded for the 2010-2011 academic year.

The scholarship program is available to first-time freshman and returning college students. The scholarshipcan  be used for tuition and fees, and room and board. I have attached an application packet for your review. Students can download the application packet from www.ausa.org/cincinnati.

Application deadline is April 1, 2010.

Position Available with Social Security Administration

“The Bowling Green Social Security office is recruiting for service representative positions.  The applicant must be a U.S. citizen.  At least two years of college is preferred.  The annual salary range is $31,315 to $42,960.  This is a permanent federal position.  Please submit resume in Word or PDF format via email to david.k.smith@ssa.gov.  Veteran, disabled and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.”