1. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Center for Military Families & Veterans

2. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Innovations 2014 League for Innovation in the Community College March 2 - March 5, 2014 Anaheim, California

3. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Team Members: Dr. Marcia Conston, Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC Vice President, Student Services & Enrollment Management Cheryl Miller, Anne Arundel Community College, Arnold, MD Virtual Campus Liaison General McArthur III, Moraine Valley Community College, Palos Hills, IL Student Success and Veterans Coordinator Nicholas Riggins, Central Piedmont Community College, Charlotte, NC Director, Center for Military Families & Veterans

4. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 CPCC’s Mission for Military Families & Veterans At the CPCC Center for Military Families & Veterans we provide life- long education and career development of those who have served and their family members consistent with their needs, interests, and abilities as they transition. CPCC’s Vision for Military Families & Veterans Our vision is to help our clients develop 21 st Century Life Skills while enhancing the economic, social and cultural growth of our community. ​

5. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Statement of Purpose The objective of the online student Veterans orientation is to help Veteran students assimilate to the college environment, by providing a convenient online interactive tool to reduce time and stress associated with traditional on campus orientations.

6. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Anticipated Outcomes: Increase student Veteran population by improving accessibility to key information during the enrollment process. Increase student Veteran flexibility by eliminating traditional brick and mortar orientations. Reduce payment delays from the VA caused by Veteran student misunderstanding and errors. Evaluate and analyze online orientation assessments to determine what areas need more in-depth explanation. Provide video materials or online access for student Veterans to revisit when needed.

7. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 WHY? Why do you all think online orientation would be beneficial for Veteran Students?

8. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 A nxiety C onvenience S eparation E scaping current living conditions P ost 911 H ousing A llowance R etirement F lexibility P ost T raumatic S tress D isorder R elocation to the area

9. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 U.S. Marines separated in 2009 U.S. Army separated in 2010 Moved from St. Louis, MI Lives in Fort Mill, SC Moved from Washington D.C. Uses public transportation OUR VETERANS

10. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 X Charlotte, NC NC Active Duty Bases Represents the largest military installations in North Carolina

11. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 City/ BaseBAH Rate CAMP LEJEUNE$ 1,233.00 CHARLOTTE, NC$ 1,407.00 DURHAM/CHAPEL HILL$ 1,320.00 FORT BRAGG/POPE AFB$ 1,152.00 SEYMOUR JOHNSON AFB$ 1,083.00 P ost 911 H ousing A llowance Note: Post 911 BAH rate is paid at E-5 rate with dependents.

12. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 HOW?

13. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 P roject D escription: Student Veteran offices (Veteran Resource Centers or Financial Aid/ Veteran Affairs) should combine traditional student orientation with veteran specific online orientation information. Veteran orientations may or may not preclude campus general student orientation. Make the case (build the case) Online Orientation Outline (Enclosed)

14. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Final Thoughts! There are no home runs only singles! The Veteran population is an important population but, fragile at times. Start small, take baby steps and have a big impact.

15. 1201 Elizabeth Ave. Charlotte, NC 28209 Questions