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The Veteran Student Life

Written By Tao on mercredi 25 décembre 2013 | 01:32

By Jim Thorpe





After years of service, full dedication, and plenty of sacrifice, it can be difficult trying to get back in to the swing of things as a civilian. Jumping back into things may be very difficult for many people. Sometimes, because of what you have gone through, your relationships may have changed, you might react differently, and you might just not be who you remembered being. Below are a few things you can ponder as you are trying to get used to being a civilian again.



The particular challenges that come for student veterans can be combatted and overcome by the many benefits that are available for veteran students. Learning to use the resources available is an extremely important part of becoming a successful veteran student, and using your time wisely in college.



Another really great activity is being a part of a flag-raising ceremony. Raising the flag can be a very heart felt experience for those who participate and for those who simply spectate. Being involved in something such as this can really bring the seriousness and the sacredness of the service that our veterans have performed for us, as citizens of the United States.



Every year a moment of silence is held. This moment of silence is in memory of those who gave their lives for their country in the service of this great country. You may know close friends, relatives, grandparents even, who have died for our country. Keeping them in our memories is the greatest gift we can give them. This moment of silence is usually held at 11a.m. for two minutes. Try and keep this in your memory and to be a part of this.



After so much service and involvement to the country, you may want to stay involved. There are still many ways in your community that you can stay actively involved. Not only does community involvement allow you to still serve your country, but you can also meet friends, and different people who can be a support group for you.



There is little in this world deserving more respect than our veterans, and the time has come for veterans to be compensated and recognized for the things they have learned in the service of their country. Each veteran has a pool of experience from which they draw that is not available for any other person in the country or the world.



The unique experiences of each veteran have prepared them for their life, and as they are able to complete their education they will increase their own opportunities and the opportunities of their families. As we strive to recognize our veterans more fully, it is important to support them through their educational endeavors. As veterans have sacrificed their time and a significant portion of their lives to the safety and liberty of our country, they deserve the opportunity to become exactly what they want to be.



In the end, it doesn't matter too much what you do, but try to do something. Make it a special day. Don't throw off Veterans Day as any other day of the year. The country is trying to help those who served with VA loans, discounts, and other service to try and help them. So make sure that you also try and do what you can and celebrate Veterans Day.









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