Alex Blake joins the VET S.O.S. Network to dive into how Veterans Upward Bound supports veterans pursuing college, trade school, and certificate programs. As Program Director in Washington, D.C., Alex explains how this federally funded TRIO program helps first-generation and low-income veterans navigate education, access resources, and build community.

In this episode, we explore:
• How Veterans Upward Bound supports veterans before and during school
• Eligibility requirements and services provided at no cost
• Why education access is a critical transition issue
• How veterans can find a local Veterans Upward Bound program

Whether you're navigating military transition, returning to school later in life, or searching for education support beyond the GI Bill, this episode provides clear, actionable guidance.

Alex Blake is the Program Director for Veterans Upward Bound of Washington, D.C. With a background in public health and education access, she is a national advocate for veteran education programs and expanding opportunity for underserved veteran populations.

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