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After taking and passing the ALEI training I will be committed to getting the word out about the American Legion, its benefits to Vets, their families, and communities. There is so much history in this organization, it should be a required course in high school to learn of ALL of its effects on military families and their communities.
- terryhardin64Veteran Services: Education
Education
You've earned the right to a higher education through your service in the U.S. Armed Forces. But how do you use your GI Bill benefits? Which version is right for you? The Legion can help answer questions about state and/or federal education benefits, who can use them, and how long.
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For-profit schools defend themselves
Legion roundtable provides forum for educators to dispute critical congressional report.
Roundtable to assess veterans education
The American Legion’s Education Roundtable will meet today to discuss the for-profit school issue and other pending legislation.
Concern about for-profit schools justified
For-profit schools exploit veterans to manipulate regulations, says Senate committee report.
Legion testifies on executive order impact
President Obama’s executive order aimed at predatory for-profit schools may not go far enough.
Symposium focuses on student veterans
The American Legion hosted a "Veterans on Campus" education symposium in Washington to discuss on-campus services and support for student veterans.
SVA conference combats vet unemployment
The American Legion showed its support for the organization that aims to help veterans succeed in the classroom.
GI Bill changes for fall semester
Legislation includes Guardsmen in Post-9/11 GI Bill benefit and gives financial aid for non-degree granting programs.
Tuition cap doesn't affect current students
GI Bill "grandfather clause" exempts veterans currently attending school from $17,500 tuition cap.
The Defensive Line of Duty
It was always Kevin Bush’s dream to attend Indiana University and play football there. A 14-month tour in Iraq helped make it happen.
Roundtable to tackle challenges for vets
Changes in Post-9/11 GI Bill among discussion points during Veterans Education Roundtable Aug. 25 in Minneapolis.