Office of Military Services at Mason

10/02/2020

Corporate Gray Virtual Job Fair October 14th.

https://www.corporategray.com/jobfairs/419

10/02/2020

October 8th and 9th JOB FAIR!

Showcase your skills, earn a job or internship, and build your network at George Mason University's career fair on 10/8 & 10/9. More than 90 companies! All Mason students and alumni are invited! College of Education and Human Development - George Mason University Student & Academic Affairs - CEHD - George Mason University George Mason University Alumni Association

Visit our Linktree (in bio) and click on "Events" to register by 10/6! Or click this link: (https://www.jobsconnected.com/george-mason-university-virtual-career-fair-returning-student-registration/)

09/30/2020

Department of the Air Force releases new military tuition assistance approach for FY21

Air Force TA Changes; TA Cap falls from $4,500 to $3,750 starting October 1, 2020.
https://www.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2365105/department-of-the-air-force-releases-new-military-tuition-assistance-approach-f/fbclid/IwAR2OBmxx0CGsBBuIJoLEJIOSyvaDdI80_9gjvfvv4eAmTv8TZFd4iodm2II/fbclid/IwAR0wNiJBSZIhDKe_MAdXc8Gdtj_xOpb7WSkNYWksxpZY4e2j6QsSFDeuvzg/#.X3OS-mGx6ws.facebook

Department of the Air Force officials announced a $3,750 military tuition assistance cap per fiscal year that will go into effect for college courses beginning Oct. 1.

09/16/2020

Apply for the Raytheon Patriot Scholarship by Sept. 16 - Student Veterans of America

Apply Today for a chance at a $10,000 scholarship!

Student Veterans of America and Raytheon Missiles and Defense (RMD) have partnered to provide two (2) $10,000 scholarships to student veterans demonstrating a commitment to and passion for their chosen field of study, as well as demonstrated leadership and engagement within their community.

09/09/2020

Amazon Career Day

https://www.amazoncareerday.com/

Amazon Career Day is a free, virtual event on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. This live, interactive experience is for all job seekers, regardless of your level of experience, professional field, or background – and whether you’re interested in working at Amazon or elsewhere.

09/04/2020

www.virginiabound.com

The Northern Virginia Association of Real Estate Professionals supports a program called CARES which helps Veterans or Active Duty who have a financial need for some $$$ for rent, utilities etc. They require a brief write up, copy of DD214, basic information for financials to show need and willingness to be videoed getting check.

The Point of Contact is below:
Diane Varni
Associate Broker, Realtor, ABR, CRS, GRI, e-Pro, CDPE, CDRS, more
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Prince William Pkwy Office
12731 Marblestone Dr #103 Woodbridge, Virginia 22192

Serving Northern Virginia
703-969-6410
http://VirginiaBound.com
http://DianeVarni.Realtor

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08/31/2020

Warrior Bike Ride | Willing Warriors

https://www.willingwarriors.org/bikeride

Volunteers needed as well!

Saturday, September 26th,  SOWW is hosting an event that you don’t want to miss! The Warrior Bike Ride is a great community event with something for everyone. Whether you’re an avid bike rider, adventurous spirit, or simply enjoy a nice family outing this event is for you. All proceeds from the...

08/31/2020

Warrior Bike Ride | Willing Warriors

Looking for something to do and support a great cause?

willingwarriors.org/bikeride

Saturday, September 26th,  SOWW is hosting an event that you don’t want to miss! The Warrior Bike Ride is a great community event with something for everyone. Whether you’re an avid bike rider, adventurous spirit, or simply enjoy a nice family outing this event is for you. All proceeds from the...

08/13/2020

Forever GI Bill change went into effect 1 AUG 2020.

Consolidation of Benefit Levels

Eliminates the 40-percent benefit level and expands the 60-percent benefit level under the Post 9/11 GI Bill program. An individual with aggregate service of 90 days but less than six months of active-duty service (excluding entry and skill training) now qualifies at the 50-percent benefit level. An individual with aggregate service of at least six months but less than eighteen months of active-duty service (excluding entry and skill training) now qualifies at the 60-percent benefit level. This removes the 40-percent benefit level. This section took effect August 1, 2020.

05/05/2020

Ryan Barnett, at his best! For those that know Ryan, it comes as no surprise he is helping the community. He has combined his passion for service with his love of hydroponic farming to create SOME, So others May Eat.
We are super proud of you!

We’ve been up to SOME thing….

Rooted in service, our goal is to minimize the distance between farmer and consumer, and to give to our communities in need, So Others May Eat.

We believe everyone can make an impact by doing WHAT you can, WHEN you can, WHERE you are.

So today, for #GivingTuesday, we chose to give back to the team of first responders at Prince William County Public Safety Communications center in Woodbridge, Virginia!

Their work never stops, so let’s keep them full of good greens!

Thank you to all of our first responders for all that you do to keep us safe.

#soothersmayeat #greensforgood #givingtuesday
#veteransgrowingvirginia #farmerveterancoalition
#veteranfarmercoalition #arcadiaveterans #arcadiafood
#urbanfarming #startwhereyouareusewhatyouhavedowhatyoucan #supportsmallbusiness #firstresponders #community #growhyve #zipgrowinc #knowyourfarmer #reducefoodmiles #reducefoodwaste #savewater #compostablepackaging
#bethechange #my280sqftfarm

03/19/2020

Coronavirus Update - Food Resources for Families | Fairfax County Public Schools

Coronavirus Update - Food Resources for Families | Fairfax County Public Schools

Coronavirus Update - Food Resources for Families Finding help with food assistance when schools are closed. Food Resources As the coronavirus (COVID-19) public health emergency continues to evolve, we understand that individuals and families in our communities may have food assistance needs. To make...

03/18/2020

The Post-9/11 GI Bill, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

The Post-9/11 GI Bill, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Legislation is still pending regarding COVID-19 and how it may impact GI Bill students. We continue to ask your school's support in not reporting any enrollment updates due to COVID-19 at this time. Our Regional Processing Offices, or RPOs, are not making adjustments to student’s awards regarding COVID-19 until further notice. We will continue to post updates as we receive it.

03/16/2020

Our Guide to Military Scholarships for Veterans, Dependents, and Spouses - The Scholarship System

https://thescholarshipsystem.com/blog-for-students-families/our-guide-to-military-scholarships-for-veterans-dependents-and-spouses/?fbclid=IwAR17iHJoxoqoWfNYDRR4NG32yz7rNmLhBW8tHV2rV-3zQmR2JGXBgzOLjGY

Not only are there military scholarships for active duty and veterans, but there are also options for spouses, children, and grandchildren. Here's a guide

03/09/2020

Find a job at the Greater Washington, DC Veterans Job Fair 2020-03-12

DAV/RecruitMilitary Veterans Job Fair
Fedex Field 1600 FedEx Way, Landover MD 20785
Thursday, March 12th, 2020 1100am-3:00pm

03/05/2020

Boulder Crest Leaders Push for New Approach at VA - Loudoun Now

Boulder Crest Leaders Push for New Approach at VA - Loudoun Now

U.S. Sen. Mark Warner on Friday got a briefing on the ground-breaking treatment offered to military veterans and first responders

02/27/2020

One Canvas, One Mission: El Duende Process Painting for Female Veterans - Workhouse Arts Center

ATTENTION FEMALE VETERANS!

Duende can be defined as “a work of art’s mysterious power to deeply move a person.” In this spirit, they are running an 8 week, three hour, adjunctive art therapy group for 6-8 female veterans exploring identity and the authentic self through introspective layering themes of Duende process painting–all illustrated on one canvas.

Participants are seeking increased coping skills, resiliencies and self-esteem through creative expression with visual art processes and materials. The group is FREE for female veterans (active duty, retired, veteran, reservists). No previous art experience necessary and all materials are provided. Service dogs welcome.

*Eligible clients are higher functioning, emotionally stabilized (not in current crisis) and may have a primary psychotherapist. Contact [email protected] for more details and to schedule a pre-group interview by MON FEB 4TH.

http://www.workhousearts.org/event/one-canvas-one-mission-el-duende-process-painting-for-female-veterans/

Art therapy for female veterans through the Workhouse Military in the Arts Initiative of the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA.

02/27/2020

Veteran Food Truck Rodeo -

Veterans Grow America & Veterans Grow Virginia will be hosting a Veteran Food Truck Rodeo, a fun evening of tasty food trucks, live music, a shopping, networking, and more at our their annual Veteran Business Pop Shop!

Veteran Food Truck Rodeo 2020
Dale City Volunteer Fire Department Banquet Hall
13511 Hillendale Drive Dale City, VA 22193
Saturday in March 14, 2020 from 10-5 p.m.

https://servingtogetherproject.org/veteran-food-truck-rodeo/

Veterans Grow America & Veterans Grow Virginia will be hosting a Veteran Food Truck Rodeo, a fun evening of tasty food trucks, live music, a shopping, networking, and more at our their annual Veteran Business Pop Shop!

02/25/2020

How guitar lessons can help veterans

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.wusa9.com/amp/article/entertainment/television/programs/great-day-washington/how-guitar-lessons-can-help-veterans/65-bfc6083e-994a-418e-9343-2a66d87bf941

Service members can take free classes at George Mason University in Manassas.

02/20/2020

www.gilmanscholarship.org

Scholarship for Dependents!

02/19/2020

What it's like to be a college student experiencing food insecurity

What it's like to be a college student experiencing food insecurity

this video is for my JRN340 multimedia journalism final

02/19/2020

Four-Week Ukulele Workshop Series with Glen McCarthy

Ukulele Workshop Sign-Up

Wednesday, March 18 – Wednesday April 8 7 – 8:30 PM The Veterans and the Arts Initiative is offering the Veteran community the opportunity to participate in a four-week series. All participants are requested to participate in all four weeks of the series. A component of participation in this ser...

02/19/2020

VBOC Operations Support Specialist

Opportunity

VBOC Operations Support Specialist The Mason Enterprise Center (MEC) invites applications for the Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) Operations Support Specialist position. Every day, staff at the Community Business Partnership (CBP) make a difference in the economy of Northern Virginia! In 20...

02/15/2020

Pat Tillman Foundation (Official)

We have had a couple students attend Mason on a Tillman Scholarship. Consider applying!

Active duty service members, veterans and spouses, apply to join the 2020 Class of Tillman Scholars.

02/07/2020

Loudoun County Veterans Program

Loudoun County Veterans Program

Check out the lineup of spring events offered by the Veterans and the Arts Initiative, an arts and community hub for our local Veterans, Service members, and their families. #HyltonVetsArts
https://hyltoncenter.org/programs/veterans-and-arts-initiative

01/27/2020

The Post-9/11 GI Bill, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

If your GI Bill students have questions about the Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) letter they received, we have answers.

VA developed the MHA Change Letters Toolkit to provide prepared communications products to share with your GI Bill students to explain the letters and MHA updates. Check it out here: http://bit.ly/2RytabI

01/18/2020

The Post-9/11 GI Bill, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

GI Bill students: Do you have questions on Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) updates?

In December, all Post-9/11 GI Bill® students who received an MHA payment between August 1, 2018 and December 1, 2019, were sent a letter explaining how they were impacted. Review the MHA Letters Infographic for details: https://bddy.me/2uaqRSC

01/15/2020

Wounded Paw Project

Wounded Paw Project

@VA

01/13/2020

Sweats for Vets provides warmth, security and community

Sweats for Vets provides warmth, security and community

MARTINSBURG — As the winter weather continues to fluctuate this season, the Sweats for Vets program is working to assure that veterans in the area will stay warm and comfortable.

01/07/2020

George Mason |

George Mason University administrative offices will close at 1:00 p.m. today, Tuesday January 7th. Classes beginning at or after 1:00 p.m. are cancelled due to inclement weather. Visit www.gmu.edu for more information. Please use good judgment and travel safely.

The university will provide updates, if necessary, on Mason's operating status via Mason Alert. Please visit www.gmu.edu, call 703-993-1000, and read Mason Alerts for the latest information. A decision regarding the university’s operating schedule for Wednesday, January 8th, will be announced no later than 5:30 a.m. that morning; however, it is anticipated that the university will resume normal operations on Wednesday, January 8th.

University Events: University events may be postponed or cancelled. Please check with the event coordinator, event website, or University Events Management at http://events.gmu.edu for more information. Allow additional travel time to and from campus and plan activities accordingly.

For operating hours of university services, please see the links and information below.

Mason Shuttles: https://transportation.gmu.edu. Last departure of the Burke Center VRE shuttle will be 2:20 p.m. and the last departure of the Gunston Go Bus will be 2:35 p.m. All other shuttle services will stop at 2:00 p.m.

Mason Recreation: http://recreation.gmu.edu

Dining Services: http://dining.gmu.edu/

Employees: for information related to faculty and staff accounting for your time during delayed openings or early closings, please refer to the Inclement Weather Guide at: http://hr.gmu.edu/payroll/index.php?t=7

Eagle Bank Arena, Center for the Arts, and Hylton Performing Arts Center: Events hosted at these facilities may be postponed or cancelled. Please visit the appropriate website for more information.

Science and Technology Campus Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center: visit their website to confirm operating hours.

Student Centers (Johnson Center, SUB I, and the Hub) will close one hour after the early closure time indicated above. See http://studentcenters.gmu.edu for more information.

University Libraries: Visit http://library.gmu.edu for operating hours and online library resources.

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11/11/2019

Mason grad student applies lessons learned from the Marine Corps to his studies | George Mason

https://www2.gmu.edu/news/581141

George Mason University, the largest and most diverse public university in Virginia, is conducting a comprehensive search for its next president.

11/11/2019

11/07/2019

Grad fair today in the Johnson Center. Service branch recognition stoles are available for purchase.

11/06/2019

Great day with campus and community partners for the Veteran Resource Fair today.

11/04/2019

Still time to pick up Basketball tickets for the NAVY/Mason game tomorrow night! Stop by our office for tickets!

Join us Wednesday November 6th in SUB 1 Patriot Lounge from 10am-2pm for our Veterans Resource Fair. Come out and see what is available. Refreshments provided.

The VA Mobile Vet Van will be on campus to help Veterans with their claims and discuss benefits.

An Ambassador from the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) will be here to talk about programs eligible for the GI Bill.

The VFW will be here to discuss Membership/Benefits. Great place to network!

PenFed and FINRA will be helping out with financial planning. #BeyondtheGIBILL

GMU's CAPS Office of Military Services at Mason will be helping out with navigating accommodations and support services.

Virginia Department of Veteran Services will be attending to discuss benefits for Virginia Veterans.

We will be there to help answer any questions regarding the GI Bill and planning your next semester.

10/31/2019

Please help us congratulate Ryan on his award today! He has touched so many lives and always puts the needs of our students ahead of his own. We are so proud of you!