Student - Veterans & Military Services
Our Mission is to help make your transition from military culture to academic excellence as smooth as possible while making your college experience rewarding and meaningful. Our dedicated staff and resources are here to help you on your journey.
Veterans, reservists, National Guard members, and dependents of veterans may be eligible to receive benefits for college. The Veterans Services Office is the certifying office for veteran's benefits. Please contact Mark Zimmermann, Director of Veteran, Military and Adult Student Services, and he can assist you with benefits and education counseling, program information and referral to various agencies.
Getting Started
Dedicated Facilities
Lounge
Located on the second floor of the Anderson Library, the Veterans, Military Service and Family Members Lounge is a "safe space" solely dedicated for Veterans, Military Service Members and their Families to relax, converse, enjoy each others company and grab a cup of coffee. The Lounge is accessible during normal library operating hours.
Media Room
Located on the second floor of the Andersen Library, adjacent to the Veterans, Military Service and Family Members Lounge is the Media Room that provides a large flat screen TV, comfortable sofa and lounge chair for Veterans, Military Service Members and their Families that want to relax and engage in TV viewing or take a power nap in between classes.
Computer Lab/Study Room
Located on the second floor of the Andersen Library, is a space created specifically for Veterans, Military Service Members and their Families that need to use a computer, engage in quiet study or work on group projects. The Computer Lab/Study Room offers two computers, a study table, microwave and refrigerator. The Computer Lab/Study Room is accessible during normal library operating hours.
Resources
PresentationsHometown Heros
Cody Robinson
UW-Whitewater Student-Veteran Cody Robinson is celebrated as a Milwaukee Brewers home town hero in 2019.
James Schreiber
UW-Whitewater Student-Veteran James Schreiber is celebrated as a Milwaukee Brewers home town hero in 2019.