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Not to Miss Attractions for Vets in San Francisco
In San Francisco for campus week? Make the most of your downtime with these 10 unforgettable attractions. From historic ships to modern art and outdoor escapes, there’s a mix of culture, history, and fun that fits any mood.
5 Ways to Celebrate Veterans Day (It’s Not What You Think)
Veterans Day doesn’t have to mean parades or ceremonies. Here are five personal, low-key ways to honor your service, reconnect, and reflect. No fanfare required.
How to Stay Organized With Financial Aid Deadlines
Stay ahead of financial aid deadlines with simple strategies that keep your funding on track. Learn how student veterans can stay organized and avoid last-minute stress.
Attending Industry Conferences as a Student Veteran
Discover how student veterans can make the most of industry conferences. Learn how to network, find funding, and turn these events into real career opportunities.
How to Choose Electives That Advance Your Career Goals
Learn how to choose college electives that actually help your career. This guide breaks down how to align your interests, build real skills, and pick classes that make your resume stronger.
Why Higher Ed Needs Veterans Like You
Higher ed needs you. See how your perspective, resilience, and leadership make campuses stronger and shape the college experience for everyone.
Could the Diller Center for Veteran Students Be Your Next Big Resource?
Connect with GGU's Diller Center for Veterans. Get support with benefits, classes, careers, and community to make your college journey easier.
What Student Veterans and Younger Classmates Learn Together
Explore how student veterans enrich classrooms with leadership and resilience, while younger peers bring creativity and fresh insight.
Redefining Your Mission: How Education Helps Student Veterans Find Purpose
College isn't solely about classes. Learn how to use school to shape your next mission, grow new skills, and find purpose after the military.
Time Management Tips for a Successful Fall Term
Discover practical, veteran-focused time management tips—from mission-style planning to seasonal buffers—that help you balance school, family, and personal commitments while staying organized and successful throughout the term.
From Air Force to the Classroom: How GGU Helped Veteran Todd Farlee Launch His Next Mission
After 30 years in the U.S. Air Force, Todd Farley began a new mission at Golden Gate University. Supported by GGU's veteran-focused resources, he's earning his master's in Human Resource Management and proving that military skills can lead to success in the classroom and beyond.
7 Tips for Student Veterans Building a Civilian Academic Identity
Student veterans: Learn seven practical tips to build a civilian academic identity, navigate college life, and thrive in higher education after military service.
A Student Veteran’s Guide to AI in Higher Education
Discover how student veterans can use AI responsibly in higher education. Learn practical classroom and career applications, avoid ethical pitfalls, and leverage AI as a supportive tool to enhance learning, job readiness, and academic success.
Back to School, Back to Community: Why Now's the Time to Join a Veteran Student Group
As the new semester begins, now is the perfect time for student veterans to find their campus community. Discover how joining a veteran student group can enhance your college experience in meaningful, practical ways.
Setting Mid-Year Academic and Career Goals: How Student Veterans Can Reset, Refocus, and Rebuild Momentum
Set yourself up for success with these practical mid-year academic and career goal-setting tips for student veterans. Reflect, refocus, and finish strong.
How to Save Money on Textbooks, Class Materials, and Supplies
Student veterans can save money on textbooks and supplies, even with GI Bill®️ stipends. Learn cost-cutting strategies to stretch your back-to-school dollars further.
Networking Tips for Summer Events and Meetups
Master the art of networking this summer with proven tips tailored for student veterans. Learn to prepare for events, build connections, and follow up effectively.
A Student Veteran's Guide to Online, Evening & Weekend Classes
Discover practical tips for student veterans to manage online, weekend, and evening college classes successfully. Learn to stay organized, motivated, and balanced while pursuing your education.
How One Student Veteran Is Excelling in School, Work, and Family Life: Taylor Siemen’s Veteran Journey at GGU
Meet Taylor Siemen—a veteran, full-time employee, father, and GGU student in accounting and data analytics. Discover how he balances it all while using his experience to help fellow veterans thrive.
A Guide to Budgeting for Summer Classes and Living Expenses
Get practical guidance on managing summer finances, from setting up a budget and covering living costs to finding seasonal work and preparing for fall classes—all designed to help you stay financially balanced during transitional academic months.