Veteran services guide students to success
Middlesex Community College offers veteran and military-affiliated students award-winning support services and resources to guide them on their academic and professional paths. Through the Veterans Resource Center, a Veterans Advisory Board, and other special services, Middlesex assists this population of students in transitioning to college.
“MCC’S Veteran Resource Center has been nothing but helpful throughout my time here,” said Adam Stevens, an Aviation Maintenance Technology student. “They made the application process seamless and using my benefits has never been easier. I was able to tailor my schedule to fit my lifestyle and will graduate with my associate degree in just two semesters.”
One of the biggest benefits for Stevens, of Hudson, N.H., is that MCC makes it easier for those with busy schedules to be successful. Stevens came to MCC to open up future opportunities and plans to transfer to Southern New Hampshire University to earn a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management.
For Zavier Williams, of Nashua, N.H., MCC was a convenient option both for location and finances, helping with how to use the post 9/11 G.I. Bill. With plans to transfer to Umass Lowell to earn a bachelor’s degree, Williams is studying Business Administration.
“My experience with MCC’S VRC has been phenomenal,” Williams said. “They ensured that I clearly understood the steps on how to apply to Middlesex as a veteran and have made sure that I have had a smooth transition back to civilian life.”
MCC’S VRC helps veteran and military-affiliated students find answers to their questions, advocate for themselves, connect to resources, and have a sense of community at the college. The center also assists in completing the application process, using educational benefits, getting college credit for military service, and providing information on career and internships and scholarships.
For services such as the VRC, Middlesex received the Military Times 20222023 Best for Vets Colleges and Military Friendly Survey: Schools Gold designations in spring 2023.
“I am honored to work every day with our veteran and military-connected student population,” said VRC Director Jessica Frost. “These designations are reflective of the hard work and dedication of faculty and staff that educate, support and care for our students and I am so grateful for this.”