Westchester Community College has submitted a request for a Federal Budget Appropriation to support the development of a new Veterans Center on campus. Through the Center, the college would provide services specifically for veterans and their spouses, including peer networking, counseling, and workshops. Returning veterans, who have dedicated themselves to serving the U.S., bring experience and commitment to their education but may often face challenges from combat experiences or injuries. By providing services focused on their needs, the college can facilitate the transition to civilian life and successful future employment. The project will ensure that veterans and their spouses are prepared for in demand jobs that require a degree or certificate. While Westchester Community College has seen an increase in the number of adult students served overall, veterans represent a special group with unique concerns. The college currently has 180 enrolled veteran/students and the Post 9/11 version of the GI Bill means that we’ll be seeing more and more veterans and spouses enrolling here. The college has reached out to veterans on campus and listened to their concerns. Many are eager to participate in planning and implementing a Veterans Center; the NYS Division of Veterans Affairs would also provide guidance, enabling WCC to actively develop the most effective possible program compatible with State benefit offerings. By establishing a Veterans Center, the college hopes to increase recruitment and retention of the individuals who have served our country, and their spouses, ensuring that they have full access to their benefits and can experience a truly veteran-friendly campus as they earn their degrees. The key element is funding. If WCC’s request for federal appropriations is denied, private funds may be sought.
To all Alumni:
We need your support to make contact with State and local officials to make this happen. On this day, as we remember Pearl Harbor, lets remind ourselves of the contribution to the growth of America by the returning veterns from WWII.
Let us reach out to the current returing Veteran to permit them to make a lasting contribution to their families and nation.
Stephen Heintz
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Steve Heintz has setup a group page for members of the WCC Veterans Club. Go to groups/alumni/ 
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