Stockton University Military and Veteran Success Center

05/20/2026

VA has recently expanded the types of master’s degrees accepted for VRC positions. Students can be eligible with a master’s degree (or higher) in rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation services, clinical rehabilitation counseling, counseling psychology, mental health counseling, career counseling, or social work. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) is seeking eligible students for entry-level GS-9 Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRC) in the following cities: Los Angeles, Oakland, Atlanta, Chicago, Wichita, Boston, and Columbia (SC). For more details, please see the announcement through USAJobs: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/867375000.

03/05/2026

Need a spring break for your wallet? Consider these travel/entertainment discounts for military/veterans:
Cinemark Discounts at select theatres. Available for active military, reservists, retired members, and dependents. https://www.cinemark.com/active-military-discount

Dave and Busters 15% Off food. https://www.daveandbusters.com/us/en/power-up/specials

Disneyland Resort Special pricing on theme park tickets and resort hotel rates for eligible Veterans. https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/
https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/military-tickets-discounts-2026/
https://disneyland.disney.go.com/offers-discounts/military-resort-discount-2026/

Seaworld Parks and Entertainment Various discounts for active military and Veterans depending on location. https://unitedparks.com/programs/waves-of-honor/?tab=active-duty

StubHub Save $20 on most events. https://support.stubhub.com/articles/61000276752-public-service-member-discounts

Top Golf 10% Off. https://topgolf.com/us/promo/heroes-program/

Universal Orlando Resort Specially priced tickets and vacation packages for eligible Veterans.
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/tickets-packages/military-deals-specials

Universal Studios Hollywood Specially priced tickets for eligible Veterans. https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/tickets-packages/military-deals-specials

Vet Tix Free tickets to various events.
https://www.vettix.org/partner/veteransaffairs

Walt Disney World Special pricing on theme park tickets and resort hotel rates for eligible Veterans.
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/military-multi-day-tickets-2026/
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/military-hotel-discount-2026/
Best Western Discounts at or below per diem. https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/offers/hotel-discounts/military-discounts.html

Carnival Cruise Lines Special military fares available.
https://tinyurl.com/58xafm9j

Celebrity Cruises $25 savings for inside and ocean view, and $100 savings for veranda, Concierge Class, AquaClass, and Suites.
https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-deals/military-cruise-deal

Disney Cruise Line Discounted rates on new bookings on select cruises are available for eligible service members
https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/special-offers/military-rates/

Grand Sierra Resort 20% off hotel room rate.
https://www.grandsierraresort.com/hotel-deals-and-packages

Great Wolf Lodge Save up to 40%.
https://www.greatwolf.com/deals/heroes

JetBlue 5% discount on everyday JetBlue travel when enrolled in Veterans Advantage. Members also receive a two-checked-bag allowance at no extra cost.
https://www.jetblue.com/flying-with-us/military-customers

Princess Cruises Up to $250 of free onboard spending money on all cruises.
https://www.princess.com/cruise-deals-promotions/military-benefit-program

Red Roof Inn 10% off all bookings.
https://www.redroof.com/deals/government-and-military/government_military_leisure_travel

Royal Caribbean Special rates on selected sailings.
https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/qualifications-special-pricing

Sandals Resorts 10% off.
https://www.sandals.com/specials/firefighter-military-police-savings/

Smoky Mountain Cabins 10% off rentals.
https://smokymountaincabinstn.com/specials/

Veterans on the Lake Resort Cabins and RV vacations for Veterans, disabled public, and their families and friends in Superior National Forest, Minnesota.
https://www.veteransonthelakeresort.org/

03/05/2026

Women Veterans belong at VA
From the Revolutionary War to today’s Armed Forces, women have served our nation with courage and commitment for 250 years. VA offers women Veterans a full spectrum of safe, respectful care tailored to every stage of life. Learn more to ensure you are using the full range of VA benefits you earned!

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

03/05/2026

The Department of Veterans Affairs is making it easier for eligible Veterans to learn about their education and training entitlement under the Supreme Court’s 2024 Rudisill decision.

1.04 million Veterans were impacted. VA informed 380,000 of the impacted Veterans that they would need to submit a claim for VA to make an official decision on entitlement; however, VA is no longer requiring any Veterans to request a review to learn about their earned VA education and training benefits under Rudisill.

Additionally, as a result of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims’ Perkins v. Collins decision, Veterans who served for a single obligated period of sufficient length could also be eligible for two different education programs based on different months and days of service within that single obligated period.

What does this mean for me?
VA will automatically review the files of all 1.04 million Veterans who were previously identified as being potentially eligible for benefits and either issue a formal decision or inform you of additional action that is required. If you were previously informed as one of the 380,000 Veterans by VA to request a review to receive a formal decision on how the Rudisill decision impacts you, you no longer need to submit a request.

If you have applied for benefits but have not received a decision, you will soon receive confirmation from VA, via U.S. mail, that your application has been received, and the status is pending until VA is able to review the file.

If you are a Veteran who may be eligible for benefits through a qualifying single obligated period of service, VA will also automatically review your file and either issue a formal decision or inform you if additional action is required.

What if I’m in school already?
VA will automatically review records for benefits under Rudisill and Perkins if a Veteran exhausts their VA education benefits while enrolled in school.

What steps is VA taking to improve the process?
VA is updating systems to automatically evaluate Veteran files without any further action on your part. Veterans no longer need to request a review to learn about earned VA education and training benefits.

To learn more about this change, visit the Impact of the Rudisill and Perkins Court Decisions on Veterans’ Education Benefits webpage.

03/05/2026

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is urgently hiring vocational rehabilitation specialists and counselors to help Veterans build fulfilling, independent lives after injury, illness, or service-related transitions. Combine your clinical expertise, career counseling experience, and compassionate advocacy to support Veterans as they navigate employment, education, and long-term recovery goals.

For those drawn to mission-driven work, VA vocational rehabilitation roles offer the chance to make a tangible impact every day—while working within an integrated health care system that values collaboration, growth, and service. Check out these two career paths and open roles to see if a vocational rehabilitation career at VA is right for you.

Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselors (VRCs) provide and coordinate a wide range of rehabilitation, counseling, and case management services to disabled Veterans and other eligible individuals through the Chapter 31 Vocational Rehabilitation Program (Chapter 31), also known as the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program. Chapter 31 assists Veterans with service-connected disabilities to prepare for, find, and sustain employment. Current openings across the nation include:

Pacific District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854799100
Continental District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854798500
Northeast District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854799300
Southeast District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854798300
Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist
The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist (VRS) position is also located within the VR&E program. VRSs are responsible for the provision, supervision, and coordination of rehabilitation services for Veterans or service members. In addition to coordinating vocational rehabilitation services, the VRS serves as a liaison between service providers and VA. Current openings across the nation include:

Pacific District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854798900
Continental District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854798400
Northeast District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854798100
Southeast District: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/854798200
Benefits on and off the job
From compensation to coverage, there are many reasons to choose a rewarding career at VA. VA offers competitive benefits like health, dental, and vision insurance, generous leave, and educational incentives so that employees feel valued and equipped to provide the best in care and services.

Learn more
For more information, please contact the VBA National Recruitment Team at [email protected]. Learn more about an exciting VA career at VA Careers.

The Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist (VRS) position is located within the Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) program. The VRS is responsible for the provision, supervision, and coordination of the rehabilitation services for Veterans or service members participating in various programs. The...

03/04/2026

Looking to transition to a career as first responder when active duty service is over? Check out hero to hero:

Learn how Hero to Hero supports military members' transition to first responder careers with training, donations, and volunteer opportunities.

03/04/2026

Currently serving active duty and within 180 days of transition out of the military? Department of War offers SkillBridge to ease your transtion: https://skillbridge.osd.mil/ The DoW SkillBridge program is an opportunity for service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. DoW SkillBridge connects transitioning service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences.

Explore DoW SkillBridge opportunities with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

03/02/2026

From the VA: The sharing of non-VA information does not constitute an endorsement of products or services by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Veterans should always verify information with the organization offering the program.

Are you ready to start 2026 with a fresh outlook and a raise? With American Corporate Partners’ (ACP) customized mentorships for Veterans and military spouses, you’ll supercharge your job search with access to dedicated mentors from America’s top companies. ACP’s mentorships are free, year-long connections that help you find the right job the first time.

Learn more at : https://www.acp-usa.org/ or apply: https://www.acp-usa.org/programs/veteran-mentoring-program/

Personalized mentorship and resources to help Veterans and Active-Duty Spouses build meaningful careers and successful businesses.

02/12/2026

Here’s your opportunity to show off your talent and use your artwork to honor Veterans. VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting entries for the 2026 Veterans Day Poster Contest. Submissions are due by 11:59 p.m. (EDT) on April 1, 2026.

VA and the Veterans Day National Committee are now accepting submissions for the 2026 Veterans Day Poster Contest.

02/12/2026

VA has changed the rule on apportionments. If you are dealing with separation, divorce, child support, or dependent benefits, this update could directly impact you. Watch the current SITREP to learn more.

VA just changed the rules on apportionments in 2026, which affects when a portion of a Veteran’s benefits can be paid directly to a spouse or child instead o...

02/05/2026

Veterans can increase their VA disability compensation by submitting claims for secondary conditions. Watch the most recent SITREP to learn more:

In this episode, the SITREP covers how Veterans can increase their VA disability compensation by submitting claims for secondary conditions. Visit links belo...