Marietta, Georgia – July 26, 2024 – Life University (Life U) is proud to announce the establishment of its new Center for Veteran Services and Engagement, a dedicated initiative designed to support the unique needs of military and veteran students. This Center underscores Life U’s commitment to providing comprehensive resources and a supportive environment for those who have served our country.
A Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held Thursday, July 25 to mark the Center’s opening. In attendance were President Dr. Rob Scott, members of Life U’s Board of Trustees, military and veteran students, among many other Life U students, faculty, staff and invited guests. The Center aims to enhance veteran students’ educational and career success. Ms. Collins brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to this pivotal role, ensuring that military and veteran learners receive the support they need to thrive.
The Center focuses on several key areas to ensure the success of veteran students:
- Targeted Resources: Offering specialized programs and services to assist military and veteran students in reaching their educational and career goals.
- Community Building: Facilitating peer connections and networking events to create a strong sense of community among veterans on campus.
- Collaborative Partnerships: Working with various university departments to provide holistic support for military and veteran students.
- Recognition and Growth: Valuing the diverse perspectives of veterans and fostering a culture of learning and growth within the university community.
The Center for Veteran Services and Engagement represents a significant advancement in Life U’s mission to empower each student to maximize their potential within. By providing tailored resources and fostering community, the Center aims to enhance the overall experience and success of military and veteran students at Life U.
For more information about Life University, visit life.edu.
Founded in 1974, Life University is a health sciences institution most known for its College of Chiropractic, the largest single-campus College of Chiropractic in the world. Undergraduates can pursue 11 undergraduate degrees; a pre-chiropractic, degree-seeking pathway; and two graduate degrees within the College of Graduate and Undergraduate Studies. Some degree programs are offered to distance learners through the College of Online Education.
Life University strives to empower our students to succeed both professionally and personally. At Life U, we innovate our approach to higher education, while also remaining true to our philosophical commitment to produce informed leaders who exemplify humanistic values in their professions. To achieve this goal, Life U recognizes and demonstrates its dedication through three official Life University Values: Lasting Purpose, Vitalism and Integrity.
Life U’s 110-acre campus in Marietta, Georgia, just northwest of Atlanta, is home to more than 2,700 undergraduate, graduate and professional students who come from all 50 United States and more than 65 countries.
About Life University
Life University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s and Doctor of Chiropractic degrees, and also has programmatic accreditation through the Council on Chiropractic Education (CCE) and the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND). The mission of Life University is to empower students with the education, skills and values necessary for career success and life fulfillment, based on a vitalistic philosophy.
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