Veterans' Stories - Difference Makers - Jimmy Cave Hear from veterans about how they are making a difference, and what made the difference for them as they left military service. Be inspired and encouraged. The University of Applied Research & Development is a Veterans Affairs funded institute of higher learning, allowing active service personnel, veterans and their families to gain bachelor and masters degrees. UARD generously recognises the training, experiences and career of military personnel so they can finish faster, with more of their benefits available for future training.