A note from IVETS
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Spring is here! We hope you take some time to enjoy the sunshine and changing landscape of Iowa this time of year. This month’s newsletter includes information about funding for the summer and fall, a few events just for you, and a work study opportunity in our office. Stop by the lounge or computer lab to study or grab a free cup of coffee. We hope to see you soon!
Warmly,
Chelsea
Director, IVETS
Graduate and Professional Students, We Appreciate You!
All Veteran and Military-Connected students are invited to celebrate our grad and professional students on Wednesday, April 7th with a free boxed Jimmy John’s lunch, an appreciation gift, movies, games, puzzles, and conversations in the IVETS lounge (214 Calvin Hall) from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Masks are required and capacity limits will be enforced. RSVP either way to receive your appreciation gift.
Office Hours: David & Sara
Two of our IVETS-affiliated Registrar staff, David Johnson and Sara Sullivan, are available to talk with you in the IVETS space each week. David (Senior Associate Registrar, Army Veteran) is in the IVETS lounge on Monday mornings from 10-noon and Sara (Associate Registrar) is in the lounge or 207C on Thursdays from 2:30-4:30. Stop by to chat with any of the IVETS staff any time! |
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Veteran Innovation Series
The Veteran Innovation Series spotlights UI graduate and professional student Veterans' innovative thinking and the ways their work will impact our communities. Join us for a dual virtual public lecture on Wednesday, April 28th featuring Robert Wiederien (PhD candidate, Graduate College) and Dr. Karl (Ryan) Rosell (D.D.S., College of Dentistry) as they discuss the ways their paths to higher education and the passion behind their research and practice. Each speaker will offer a 30-minute presentation with a public Q & A session to follow.
When: Wednesday, April 28, 2021 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Where: Virtual Event
Robert Wiederien is a PhD candidate in Rehabilitation Science (Graduate College). A retired LCDR in the US Navy, Wiederien studies how the use of visual feedback and virtual reality can help physical therapists train patients to most effectively use orthotics/braces and prosthetics.
Dr. Ryan Rosell is a professional student in the Endodontic Specialty Residency program (College of Dentistry). A former dentist in the US Army (MAJ), Rosell aims to inspire others to pursue a career in medicine. |
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Taking summer classes?
If you’re taking classes this summer that will be covered by the GI Bill, please complete the updated Veterans Worksheet here: https://veterans.uiowa.edu/student-benefits. The worksheet also covers Fall 2021, Winter 2021, and Spring 2022. |
Army IgnitED
Army IgnitED is the new version of GoArmyEd/Federal Tuition Assistance. Its CA and Civilian programs are ready for use, but the Tuition Assistance and Cadet programs are not yet ready. Please check back on the website in late April/May to apply for fall 2021 TA.
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Upcoming Opportunities and Events
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Opportunities
Work Study Opportunity
Are you receiving federal or state education benefits for military service and enrolled at least 9 s.h. for the summer session? You might be eligible to work in our office through the VA Work Study program. If you’re interested, contact Chelsea Burk (chelsea-burk@uiowa.edu) with your resume, customer service experience, and summer availability.
Volunteer Opportunity: The Moving Wall
The Solon American Legion is hosting the famous Moving Wall Vietnam Memorial from August 12-August 17th, 2021 to mark its 100th anniversary. Volunteer for different duties connected to setting up, guarding, and maintaining the wall here, purchase a commemorative shirt, or donate to the legion on Venmo @Solonwall. Email solonlegionwall@gmail.com with questions.
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Events
ReNEW You: Women Veteran Virtual Series
Looking for resources to create more balance in your life? ReNEW You is a series cosponsored by the VA and ISERVE at the University of Iowa to offer wellness resources specifically for women Veterans.
Women Veteran Virtual Series Flyer
Retirement Announcement: Larry Lockwood
Larry Lockwood, the University of Iowa Registrar, Army Veteran (Vietnam War), and avid supporter of Veterans services at the university, is retiring on April 12th. Celebrate his time at Iowa with us on June 5th, 2021, at City Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact David Johnson at david-a-johnson@uiowa.edu for more information or to RSVP. |
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