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Institutions are uniquely positioned to help student veterans identify and engage in volunteer work that complements their transition from military service. 

Learn how ACT Now can play a role in career readiness for veterans and military spouses on your campus. 

For veterans aspiring to leadership roles in higher education, such as director or dean positions, a strategic and well-defined plan is paramount.

Decision-making structures in higher education are often intricate and sometimes unclear, especially if you're new to an institution or in your early career. Here, we explore some suggestions for entering and engaging with shared governance thoughtfully.

Veterans should tell their educational story to prospective employers to help them successfully pursue employment opportunities.

All veterans possess three skills sets that advantage them in comparison to many other job seekers.

Whether they are headed to the workforce or onto further education, help your veterans that are graduating soon craft their exit strategy.

When is it not a good time to step out of your comfort zone? Consider how discovering and embracing your strengths and limitations can lead to greater career success.

From the precise planning of military operations to orchestrating campus-wide initiatives, veterans are discovering that their military expertise isn't just relevant in higher education—it's a game-changer.

How can military veterans help alleviate leadership challenges in higher education?

We advocate for more veteran and military-affiliated employment in higher education, but how can an institution actually start building military-affiliated employment funnels?

In honor of CCME 2025's theme "Acceleration Through Collaboration" we have compiled a list of articles that aim to help military-affiliated professionals break down silos and work across departments and teams to accelerate military-inclusive programming in higher education.

Check out how military children can emphasize their military experience and skills throughout job applications and interviews. 

Institutions and job seekers should work cohesively to address the limiting factors that can prevent military-affiliated professionals from obtaining careers in higher education.

Emeritus Professor John Thelin and Andy Hibel reflect on their careers, compare notes on starting a career in academia, and discuss what has changed over the years.

Discussions about military spouses pursuing a higher education career have gained sizable traction in recent years. Many of these individuals are committed to building successful careers in higher education while supporting their military partners.

As Veterans Day approaches, take time to acknowledge the veterans working on your campus and the veteran job seekers looking for employment in higher education.

Whether it is your first higher education interview or your tenth, check out these advice articles written by experts in the field to help guide your next higher ed interview.

September is 'Update Your Resume' month. Check out our tips and tricks for resume and CV writing.

Careers in higher education prove to be a good fit for military spouses, read more and learn why.

Institutions should look for high-demand careers in their community and consider how their campus can provide innovative career opportunities for their student veterans.

For admissions staff and student success professionals, identifying veterans who might benefit from alternative pathways before diving into higher education can make a significant difference in their success and well-being.

Veterans bring a diverse set of skills to the table that make them well-suited for leadership positions in higher education.

What is MyCAA and how can it benefit military spouses pursuing education? 

Higher education professionals may be susceptible to compassion fatigue, especially those working in student affairs. Learn some ways to identify and address compassion fatigue.

Check out these higher education career paths that are not teaching roles and match MOS skills earned in the military.

What strategies and attitudes can you employ during your early days on a new job in order to thrive?

The higher education industry comes with its challenges, just like any industry, but it can be a soft place to land for veterans transitioning out of the service and looking for employment, community, and a higher purpose.

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

Starting a new job soon? Feeling a bit uncertain as your start date draws near? Consider these four things you can do to lay the groundwork for success.

SkillBridge is growing in popularity in higher ed, and for good reason, however there are some convoluted logistics transitioning service members and partners need to consider. 

Employers still have differing opinions on whether a cover letter is necessary. So, where does that leave candidates, especially when a cover letter is not listed as a requirement in the job posting?

On-campus interviews and conversations with hiring managers and prospective colleagues are the prime time to identify and evaluate workplace culture. Here are some signs you've found a positive one.

Having trouble describing your military experience and skills on a civilian resume? You are not alone. Learn what you can do to improve your civilian resume. 

Knowing what questions are appropriate to ask going into an interview can be a shot in the dark. A panel of higher ed human resources professionals shares insight on what candidates can and should ask.

In order to move from one industry to another, you likely don't need another bachelor's degree.

Are you a veteran looking for a career in higher education? Finding a trusted mentor has a variety of benefits.

Are you a transitioning service member looking for a career that provides service to others, a sense of community, and a wide variety of opportunities? See why other veterans and their family members choose to work in higher education.

Semester breaks are great for collective restoration among higher education professionals, but it's equally important to have your own work rhythm (beyond the academic calendar) to cool down every so often.

When it comes time to job search, student veterans often struggle to translate the skills they acquired during service time. Here's a look at skills they may have gained that you can remind them of.

Some institutions have recognized the importance of recruiting from a more diverse pool of applicants and have introduced targeted recruiting programs to increase the inclusion of veteran and military-affiliated candidates, has your institution? 

A higher education recruiter shares her process for evaluating candidates and key areas to focus on when crafting your application materials.

Many skills military service members learn, plus their experiences interacting with individuals from many cultures and backgrounds, provide an excellent foundation for a higher education career.

Career changes often need an on-ramp. Consider these ways to start working your next job while maintaining the status quo.

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

Are you working on developing strategic partnerships within your community to help your military-connected students land in the workforce? Check out these key steps.

Why should institutions of higher learning concentrate their employee recruitment and retention efforts on the military-adjacent population?

Where does the misconception that higher education only has careers for faculty come from? We have the opportunity now to raise awareness of higher education career opportunities for veterans and their families.

Are you suddenly the "go-to" employee and finding yourself overwhelmed? Let's examine why high achievers are continually asked to do more and what you can do to protect yourself if you're in this situation.

Diversity statements are now commonly part of higher education job applications. A seasoned higher ed professional shares advice to keep in mind as you write this important document.

Is your institution ‘military-friendly’ or ‘veteran-friendly’ if you do not actively recruit, hire, and retain veterans as employees?

Have you considered how your military experience and educational background fit into a career in higher education? Just a heads up, higher education has many more careers than just teaching.

Is your resume or CV helping you secure interviews? If you think it could use a tune-up, consider these rapid-fire 10 do's and 10 don'ts.

An HR expert weighs in on how you can get a feel for a position's salary even if they don't publish pay ranges.

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

So, you want to work remotely? Here's what you need to clarify with your potential employer in the interview and hiring process.

Why don't more veterans look for careers in higher education? Is this a recruitment problem or a job seeker problem? There may be a gap on both ends of the equation.

Did you know that instructor positions at military service academies have educational requirements that are on par with civilian academic institutions?

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

Currently, there is a significantly low number of higher education institutions registered as participating partners for the DoD SkillBridge Program. Higher education institutions can provide significant opportunities for transitioning veterans through this program. Is your institution utilizing this program?

It's time job applications in higher education go beyond asking for only veteran status. Job applications should also inquire about other military affiliations to better serve military families.

How is your office or department balancing remote work? Check out several tips to prepare for remote work success including making sure your IT infrastructure is ready, increasing team communication, and continuing to build team camaraderie. 

Are you a veteran in an academic job search that needs to prepare and submit a Curriculum Vitae (CV)? If you aren't familiar with what a CV is, check out this overview and advice on creating one.

While transition can be challenging, taking the time to do just a couple writing and brainstorming exercises will prepare you for the challenge.

Are you a caregiver? It's time to include a 'caregiver' heading on your resume and start translating caregiver experience into actionable, job-related skills that are relevant to the position you are applying for.

There are various military positions that align with academic teaching. Have you contemplated becoming a faculty member in higher education? Here's what you need to know.

Are you looking to pursue a better job title? Are you doing work that exceeds your current job title? Check out some tips on how to build your case for a promotion and how to prepare your materials. At the end of the day, remember to prioritize your happiness over a job title. 

When stacks of resumes for any given job posting come in, it is natural to set a criterion for wading through them. Often, these come in the forms of required education, years of experience, or relevant experience. The time has come to not allow a resume gap to be the thing that sends an applicant's file to the slush pile.

As we celebrate Women's History Month, we decided to take a moment to advocate for why higher education should hire more women veterans. Jill Hinton Wolfe, a veteran working in higher education herself, highlights several reasons universities should hire more female veterans.

With over 53 million unpaid caregivers in the United States, it is an almost absolute certainty that an organization will employ a caregiver at some point in time. It's time for every organization, higher education included, to think about how to ensure the workplace environment, policies, and procedures ensure success for these employees.

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

Improving VA work-study provides the opportunity to support student veterans "to, through, and beyond" their time in higher education. In achieving that goal, our institutions and our nation, as a whole. will reap the benefits as well.

When student veterans utilizing the GI Bill® have access to federally funded work-study positions, the easy solution is to simply allow the student veteran occupying a work-study position to support the work of the campus student veteran center. This often translates to paperwork filing, phone answering, and a minimum wage paycheck at the end of the day. These positions lack the responsibility and engagement required for true career readiness.

Jeff Pearson shares his key takeaways after several years of working with student veterans as a civilian.

Ever wonder why salary ranges are often excluded from job postings? Or why you have to re-enter information in ATS systems? How about all the additional materials required for applications? Debbie Hatke, Director of Talent Acquisition at the University of Cincinnati, sheds some light on these common job seeker questions.

Joshua R. Johnson, Veterans Outreach Coordinator at Colorado State University, shares how the University of Colorado Denver and Colorado State University are joining forces to create unique opportunities for student veterans to interact directly with veteran-specific recruiters and business professionals.

Few civilians have even the faintest clue what military jobs such as these are: unit supply specialist, visual information equipment operator-maintainer, Seabee, or a command and control battle management operator. It is in the best interest of every servicemember who transitions out of active service to take responsibility for their own success by being their own foreign language interpreter.

Very few employers, higher education included, have set up the systems, processes, and mindsets to effectively hire veterans into the right positions. In honor of National Hire A Veteran Day (July 25), here are six ways employers make the hiring process harder on both themselves and veterans than it needs to be, and how institutions can be more veteran and military inclusive.

The skills that you’ve honed in the military leave you well-prepared for the civilian workforce. Creating a resume that highlights those skills positions you for success.

Deciding which professional role to pursue after military service can be daunting. If you are considering a role in higher education, be sure to reflect on the military role you are leaving. 

Recent news and updates pertaining to higher education and the military.

When pursuing a dual career in higher education and the military, use introspection and forward thinking to help determine what your goals and priorities are for these two careers.

Transitioning from the military and finding civilian work is challenging and competitive. Here's what you should know when including your military experience on your resume.

Register for the upcoming virtual panel discussion for military and veteran law students. Panelists will discuss how they used their military experience and the opportunities available in the legal field.

According to a new study, it pays to be a veteran. In all states, except one, veterans earn more on average than non-veterans. 

Use the Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with open civilian jobs. 

The Texas A&M University System, Texas Workforce Commission, Combined Arms, Wal-Mart Foundation, Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans and Military Families, Texas Veterans Commission, and others have teamed up to create the new all-inclusive experience for military veterans and their families. 

To be veteran ready, higher education institutions need to break down barriers and stereotypes and have a deeper understanding of veterans in the hiring process.

In a culture where we are taught to tough things out, it's not uncommon to be pushed beyond our limits at work and experience burnout, especially in academia. Summers off may give the impression of two to three months of leisure for instructors, but this is much-needed recovery time. For those in higher education who do not have summers off, or for whom this respite is still not enough, consider these strategies for self-care that can help stave off burnout.

Congratulations! You made it through rounds of resume reviews, interviews, and negotiations and finally landed the job. Now, you must prepare for your transition. While you want to show your new colleagues that you can nail this, you also need to treat yourself gently. For even the most experienced professionals, onboarding is taxing and emotionally complicated. Here are some tips to keep in mind for a successful and relatively stress-free onboarding experience.

"Can you remind me why you are so great, again?" If you receive a similar request from a former manager or colleague you've asked to be a reference, don't be offended. Your achievements may not be top of mind for them, especially if you haven't worked together in years. Instead, help them prepare to give you a good reference by reminding them of former duties and notable achievements, sharing your resume or CV, and filling them in on the desired job.

No matter what type of position you're interviewing for in the higher education field, it's important to communicate clearly during one-on-one interviews, at meals, with campus administrators, and during all other interactions throughout the interview process. In fact, effective verbal communication is one of the most sought-after skills by employers these days. So how can you practice and enhance this critical skill in advance of your next big interview?

The objective of the job interview is to determine the right fit. You wouldn't have made it this far without having a resume or CV that is compatible with the job description, so the pivotal questions asked during the interview are the ones that glean more abstract information to find the perfect match.

Congratulations on your new job! Usually the conversation where you accept the offer and confirm your salary and start date is busy enough. It doesn't present the chance to pose those nitty gritty questions such as: Where do I park on my first day? What is the office dress code? How do I navigate campus? Where do I eat lunch?