Virginia Tech Office of Veterans Services

09/02/2026

REMINDER: Our fall semester kick off is tomorrow, 5:30pm at Top of The Stairs in Blacksburg. Come hungry, leave happy.

08/26/2026

Attention VA education benefit users. Make sure you sent up your monthly verification with the Dept. of Veteran Affairs. Failure to do so may delay stipend payments.

Find out how to verify your enrollment each month if you’re using VA education benefits.

07/30/2026

Every semester, we see a few common issues that can delay certifications and benefit processing. Fortunately, they're easy to avoid if you know what to look for.

We've rounded up three of the most common mistakes military-connected students make at the start of the semester, and what you can do now to stay ahead.

Swipe through to learn more and reach out to OVS if you have questions.

P.s: Remember to submit your Veteran Enrollment Certification (VEC) Form and make a plan for your student bill by August 10.

07/22/2026

Virginia Tech Named a Leader in Serving Veterans

We're proud to celebrate Virginia Tech's recognition as a leader in serving veterans. The university has received a Gold ranking from Military Friendly for the 2026-2027 academic year, recognizing its commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for veterans, service members, and military-connected students.

At the Office of Veteran Services, we're honored to contribute to that commitment by helping students navigate their education benefits, connect with campus resources, and achieve their academic goals.

This recognition reflects the collective efforts of our students, faculty, staff, and campus partners who work every day to support our military-connected community.

Read more about this achievement: https://news.vt.edu/VETERAN-SERVICES-AWARD.html

07/15/2026

Using VA education benefits this fall?

To help ensure timely processing of your benefits, be sure to submit your Veteran Enrollment Certification (VEC) Form and make a plan for your student bill by August 10.

Submitting your VEC form lets OVS know you intend to use your VA education benefits for the semester and allows us to begin the certification process.

You can complete your VEC Form through Hokie Spa.

Reach out to the Office of Veteran Services with any questions.

07/13/2026

Are you a VT student who is using VA education benefits for the first time? Did you miss our last VA Education Benefits 101 session?

You can join us again to learn about your VA education benefits, gain helpful tips for navigating the process, and connect with the OVS team before the Fall 2026 semester. New students should attend; parents are also welcome.

📅 July 14
⏰ 6:00 -7:00 PM EDT

Register to attend by scanning QR code or visit: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/.../WN...

07/09/2026

Congratulations to Professor Koehler Slagel on being named a recipient of the 2026 SHRM Foundation Everyday Hero Award!

A U.S. Marine veteran, entrepreneur, and Assistant Professor of Practice in Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business, Professor Slagel was recognized for his commitment to service, leadership, and student success, both inside and outside the classroom.

Through his teaching, mentorship, and work with the Innovate Living-Learning Community, Professor Slagel continues to empower students to lead with purpose, think entrepreneurially, and make meaningful contributions to their communities.

His journey reflects the lasting impact veterans continue to make within our university community, inspiring and equipping the next generation of leaders.

Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Learn more about Professor Slagel's recognition here: https://management.pamplin.vt.edu/news/slagel.html

07/06/2026

Are you a VT student who is a student veteran, active-duty, reserve or Guard? Come meet your student veteran peers!

- What should I know before my first semester as a student veteran at VT?
- How do I make connections and build networks?
- What resources are available to military-connected students?
Get some answers to these questions and more at our virtual VT Student Veteran FAQ Roundtable Webinar.

📅 July 7, 2026
⏰ 6:00 -7:00 PM (EDT)

Register: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AGImOE5BS-qTQYNKB9NqzA #/registration

06/29/2026

Don't miss this important deadline!

If you're planning to use Virginia National Guard State Tuition Assistance for the Fall semester, be sure to submit your application by July 1st.

Visit https://statetuition.vangweb.com/ to apply and review the program requirements.

If you have questions about using your military education benefits at Virginia Tech, please reach out to the Office of Veteran Services (OVS).

06/04/2026

Are you a VT student who is using VA education benefits for the first time?

Using VA education benefits can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. Join us for a live virtual session of VA Education Benefits 101 with OVS, where we walk through the essentials and answer questions about using VA benefits at Virginia Tech. New students should attend; parents are welcome.

📅 June 9
⏰ 6:00-7:00 PM EDT

Please register to get the link to the meeting: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-weNfWNbQG2fwhvtSElgBA #/registration