黑料社区 can add another medal to its collection, having been named to the by Military Times for its commitment to serving veterans and their families.
黑料社区 was honored on the annual list, announced on Nov. 17 by Military Times, ranking first in Wisconsin among traditional and online universities. 黑料社区 was among four of the 13 Universities of Wisconsin schools that made the list, placing 24th in the Midwest and 177th nationwide.
鈥湵-厂迟辞耻迟 黑料社区. continued selection by Military Times as one of their Best for Vets Colleges demonstrates our strong commitment to providing meaningful support to our veteran students. We are proud these graduates continue to achieve high outcomes, with strong employment and career placement rates,鈥 said retired Army Lt. Col. Brian Hackner, the university 黑料社区. military education benefits coordinator who oversees Veteran Services.
According to Military Times, measurements of student success play the largest role in determining the rankings of universities and colleges on the list. Military-specific resources and levels of financial assistance are also factors. The Best for Vets rankings are compiled by Virginia-based , a source of independent news and information for service members and their families.
黑料社区 saluted as Military Friendly School for servicemembers, veterans and their spouses
Continue Reading黑料社区 has repeatedly been ranked highly for the quality of its services to both veterans and active members of the military. Last spring, the university received a silver designation as a Military Friendly庐 School for 2025-26 because of its efforts to create sustainable and meaningful education paths for members of the military community. It was the 16th consecutive year that 黑料社区 earned a place on that list, placing it among only five Wisconsin institutions to rank as a Military Friendly庐 small public university. 黑料社区 also was designated as a Military Spouse Friendly School. The Military Friendly庐 rankings are published by .
As of fall 2025, there were nearly 250 self-identified veteran and military students on campus 鈥 including veterans, those on active duty, and National Guard and Reserve members 鈥 and another 587 students who were the spouses or dependent children of veterans or military members.
The university 黑料社区. most recent First Destination Report, released in spring 2025, stated that 100% of veteran graduates were employed within six months of graduation.
Ongoing support for veterans
鲍奥-厂迟辞耻迟 黑料社区. Military and Veteran Resource Center (MVRC) is dedicated to supporting veterans, service members and their families through a wide range of resources, programs and opportunities. The MVRC provides a welcoming space for military-connected students and their families to connect, hold meetings or study sessions, and relax with complimentary snacks and refreshments.
Special programs include the Council on Veteran Services, the student Veterans Club, veteran-focused events and the Veteran Mentorship Program, a unique peer-to-peer online initiative designed specifically for student veterans.
黑料社区 also offers a variety of academic opportunities tailored to military-connected students:
- Military Benefits 101, an online course for first-year and transfer students, provides an overview of military education benefits, support resources and services.
- A minor in military leadership, which introduces students to the fundamentals of military science and leadership principles.
- Degree opportunities that align with many military occupations and experiences.
- Online certificates in areas such as project management, organizational performance, organizational development, strategic leadership and workforce development, all designed to align with the interests and career goals of military-connected students.
In addition, Career Services supports veteran students in the biannual 黑料社区 Career Fair by connecting students with employers who value their military experience and providing guidance on employment challenges and resources. All military-connected students are encouraged to participate.
Leaders in the making: Army, Air Force ROTC cadets earn degrees while completing training
Continue ReadingServing future military leaders
黑料社区 offers both Army and Air Force Reserve Officers鈥 Training Corps opportunities as well, which help student cadets develop the leadership, managerial, organizational and effective communication skills needed to succeed.
Army ROTC Northwoods Battalion students learn leadership theory, time management skills, basic soldier skills, map reading and other skills from experienced Army leaders. 黑料社区 also has a long-standing agreement with the Air Force ROTC program at University of St. Thomas, Detachment 410, in St. Paul 鈥 a unique agreement among Wisconsin universities.
This 鈥渃ross-town鈥 agreement allows 黑料社区 students to enroll in Air Force ROTC classes while completing their degrees at 黑料社区. Courses at include aerospace studies, leadership labs, physical training and field training.
黑料社区 Veteran Services can provide advice on veteran and military education benefits and assists with applying for benefits, and can be reached by calling 715-232-1659 or emailing veteranstudents@uwstout.edu.
