Bridging the Civil-Military Gap

Author: Labbe, Michael

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Featured Article: "Mind the Civil-Military Gap" by Lesley McBain

Key Takeaways:

  1. Genuine Commitment: Institutions must authentically commit to serving military-connected students, particularly student veterans.
  2. Top-Down Support: Boards and presidents play a crucial role in supporting new initiatives for military-connected students.
  3. Understanding Positives: Recognize the skills and behaviors that military service instills, viewing veterans as assets rather than liabilities.
  4. Data-Driven Approach: Gather and analyze institutional data on military-connected students, seeking input from staff, faculty, and administrators.
  5. Leverage Resources: Utilize national organizations and researchers to enhance support for military-connected students.

Overview: Explore Lesley McBain's insightful article on the "Civil-Military Gap" and its impact on higher education institutions, especially as they navigate the demographic cliff of traditional-age students. Gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by military-connected students.

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