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Empowering Veterans: Andrew Roman on Military Transition & Education at Columbia Southern University
In this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., we sit down with Andrew Roman,
Director of Veteran Initiatives at Columbia Southern University (CSU).
With an impressive 32-year career in the Michigan Army National Guard,
Andrew shares his transformative journey from enlisting in 1986 to
retiring as Chief of Staff in 2018. He candidly opens up about the
challenges of transitioning to civilian life, emphasizing how even
extensive military experience doesn't guarantee a smooth shift into the
workforce. Andrew recounts how a fortunate opportunity led him to his
current role at CSU, where he now dedicates his career to supporting
fellow veterans.
Andrew delves into the comprehensive support
Andrew delves into the comprehensive support
Columbia Southern University offers its military-connected students, who
make up nearly a third of the 28,000+ student body. He highlights
targeted scholarships like the Forever a Hero for veterans and the Hero
Behind the Hero for military spouses, as well as exclusive tuition
discounts designed to make education more accessible. CSU also caps
tuition rates for military tuition assistance at $250 per credit hour,
even for graduate studies, demonstrating its commitment to
affordability. Andrew underscores the importance of the university's
dedicated military support teams and specialized departments that cater
to active-duty members, veterans, spouses, and dependents.
A
A
passionate advocate for student engagement, Andrew shares his efforts in
leading the university's Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter,
fostering a sense of camaraderie in an online learning environment. He
recounts how attending the SVA National Conference in Colorado Springs
offered CSU's student veterans valuable networking opportunities,
leadership development, and personal growth.
Tune in to hear how
Tune in to hear how
Columbia Southern University is creating a supportive and empowering
environment for military-affiliated students and how Andrew Roman is
paying it forward by guiding veterans toward educational and career
success. This episode is packed with actionable insights and heartfelt
advice for veterans navigating their own transitions.
Check out Columbia Southern University here:
https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/
Columbia Southern University Veteran Center:
https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/military/veterans-center
Subscribe to VET S.O.S. on your favorite podcast platform, YouTube,
and social media. Remember, don't drown in the sea of transition. Grab
the VET S.O.S. lifeline!
#Veterans #MilitaryTransition
#Veterans #MilitaryTransition
#VeteranEducation #ColumbiaSouthernUniversity #VETSOS #MilitarySupport
#VeteranSuccess #StudentVeterans #MilitaryScholarships
#EducationForVeterans
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By Shawn WelshIn this powerful episode of VET S.O.S., we sit down with Andrew Roman,
Director of Veteran Initiatives at Columbia Southern University (CSU).
With an impressive 32-year career in the Michigan Army National Guard,
Andrew shares his transformative journey from enlisting in 1986 to
retiring as Chief of Staff in 2018. He candidly opens up about the
challenges of transitioning to civilian life, emphasizing how even
extensive military experience doesn't guarantee a smooth shift into the
workforce. Andrew recounts how a fortunate opportunity led him to his
current role at CSU, where he now dedicates his career to supporting
fellow veterans.
Andrew delves into the comprehensive support
Andrew delves into the comprehensive support
Columbia Southern University offers its military-connected students, who
make up nearly a third of the 28,000+ student body. He highlights
targeted scholarships like the Forever a Hero for veterans and the Hero
Behind the Hero for military spouses, as well as exclusive tuition
discounts designed to make education more accessible. CSU also caps
tuition rates for military tuition assistance at $250 per credit hour,
even for graduate studies, demonstrating its commitment to
affordability. Andrew underscores the importance of the university's
dedicated military support teams and specialized departments that cater
to active-duty members, veterans, spouses, and dependents.
A
A
passionate advocate for student engagement, Andrew shares his efforts in
leading the university's Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter,
fostering a sense of camaraderie in an online learning environment. He
recounts how attending the SVA National Conference in Colorado Springs
offered CSU's student veterans valuable networking opportunities,
leadership development, and personal growth.
Tune in to hear how
Tune in to hear how
Columbia Southern University is creating a supportive and empowering
environment for military-affiliated students and how Andrew Roman is
paying it forward by guiding veterans toward educational and career
success. This episode is packed with actionable insights and heartfelt
advice for veterans navigating their own transitions.
Check out Columbia Southern University here:
https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/
Columbia Southern University Veteran Center:
https://www.columbiasouthern.edu/military/veterans-center
Subscribe to VET S.O.S. on your favorite podcast platform, YouTube,
and social media. Remember, don't drown in the sea of transition. Grab
the VET S.O.S. lifeline!
#Veterans #MilitaryTransition
#Veterans #MilitaryTransition
#VeteranEducation #ColumbiaSouthernUniversity #VETSOS #MilitarySupport
#VeteranSuccess #StudentVeterans #MilitaryScholarships
#EducationForVeterans