Veterans' Resource Center (VRC)

Opened in Spring 2014, and moved and enlarged during Summer 2019, this beautiful center is a result of the hard work, passion and dedication of many student veterans, faculty and staff members and a symbol of the commitment Southwestern College has made to support the success of student veterans. Our VRC is staffed entirely by veterans and student veterans.

The VRC is pleased to offer a variety of services to support the success of our student Veterans and others using Veterans' benefits as they pursue their academic and career goals.

Virtual Chat

We are here to support each of our student’s needs. Chat live on Cranium Café by finding an online staff member below. To learn more, visit the Virtual Chat webpage. Our student service specialists have their hours of availability listed on their profile cards. If a team member's hours are not reflective of their availability, they are likely supporting another student. We give each of our students the individual attention and time they deserve. Thank you for your patience.

Video chat with Veteran Services on Cranium Cafe

Every semester, we offer a wide variety of workshops, on topics such as Financial Aid, Interview and Resume Writing Skills, updating Student Education Plans (SEPs) and Veterans benefits and more.

Fall 2019 Orientation - join us for an informative introduction to Southwestern College and presentations from the Veterans Services Office, the Veterans Resource Center, the Library and Academic Success Center, Counseling, Disability Support Services, Financial Aid, and Personal Wellness. Facilitated by JD White, VRC Coordinator, and .
- Dates and times TBA
The VRC has a number of textbooks that have been donated by fellow Veterans that can borrowed free of charge. Come by the VRC to see what's available and get more information on the program.
The VRC has a dedicated and expanded computer lab (12 stations) exclusively for the use of student Veterans. We also offer noiuse-canceling headphones for use while in the lab, to support a focused and productive learning environment.
The VRC offers space to meet, study and network with fellow student Veterans. The Student Veteran Organization (SVO) meets regularly at the VRC and welcomes students interested in finding out more about its activities. Click here for more information.
The Veterans’ Resource Center is committed to the healthy coexistence of all student Veterans. Behavior should reflect maturity.
- The noise level will be kept to a respectable level that is conducive to all guests.
- Veterans’ Resource Center guests are expected to behave in an ethical and moral fashion, respecting the human dignity of all those that enter this facility. Be tolerant of others and respect individual beliefs.
- Harassment of any kind (racial, sexual, and otherwise) will not be tolerated.
- Food and beverages are permitted in designated areas only.
- Telephone calls and disruptive conversations should be taken outside, as to not disrupt other Veterans’ Resource Center guests.
- Headphones are required to be used for music and other electronic devices, as to not disrupt other Veterans’ Resource Center guests.
- The VRC is a safe and supportive environment provided to assist in the successful transition from service member to student Veteran through academics, camaraderie, and wellness.
  
  Students who choose to disrespect the space by violating any of these standards will be asked to leave.