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Veterans Upward Bound - NC helps Veterans in Chatham, Harnett, Johnston, Lee and Wake Counties prepare for and succeed in college at no cost.

We provide academic support, career guidance, and a clear path forward.

09/28/2026

Falling behind in school can happen faster than you expect. One missed assignment becomes two, work gets busy, family responsibilities take priority and suddenly catching up feels impossible.

The important thing is what you do next.

Avoiding the problem usually makes it harder. Check where you stand, talk with your instructor and determine which assignments deserve your attention first. You may have more options than you realize, especially when you address the situation early.

And remember, asking for help is part of being a successful student. Professors, advisors, tutoring services and Veterans Upward Bound are resources you can use to get yourself moving in the right direction again.

If school is starting to feel overwhelming, contact Veterans Upward Bound. We can help you develop a plan and get back on track.

09/25/2026

Looking for something fun to do this weekend while supporting a great cause?

Join Vets to Vets United for the 2026 5K9 Dog Jog this Saturday, Sept. 26, at WakeMed Soccer Park in Cary!

And you don't have to run the 5K to be part of the day. The $20 Just for Fun option lets you come out, enjoy the festivities and support Vets to Vets United's work with veterans with disabilities and rescue dogs.

The day will feature a vendor village, petting zoo, pony rides, raffles, music, family activities and plenty of dogs!

Veterans Upward Bound will be there too! Stop by our booth, meet the VUB team and learn more about the free educational support and resources available to veterans preparing for their next step.

Saturday, Sept. 26
WakeMed Soccer Park | Cary, NC

Scan the QR code on the flyer to register. Come for the fun. Stay for the cause. And be sure to stop by and see us!

09/23/2026

Sometimes one of the simplest ways to reset is to step outside.

Between work, school, family responsibilities, appointments, and technology, it is easy to spend most of the day moving from one indoor obligation to another. Spending intentional time outdoors provides an opportunity to change your environment, move your body, clear your mind, and temporarily disconnect from the demands competing for your attention.

You do not need expensive equipment or an elaborate adventure to benefit. Take a walk around the neighborhood, find a nearby trail, work in the garden, go fishing, read outside, or simply sit somewhere quiet for a few minutes. The best outdoor activity is one you actually enjoy enough to make part of your routine.

For veterans balancing education, careers, family, and the transition to civilian life, outdoor time can also create valuable space to decompress and regain perspective. It is not about escaping responsibilities. It is about giving yourself opportunities to recharge so you can return to them with greater focus and energy.

Challenge yourself this week to spend a little more intentional time outside. Find an activity you enjoy, put the phone away for a while, and see what a change of scenery can do.

09/21/2026

Finding the right resource can sometimes be just as challenging as asking for help in the first place.

This week’s Partner & Community Spotlight highlights NCServes, a coordinated network connecting veterans, service members and their families with organizations across North Carolina that can help with a wide range of needs.

Through one point of contact, NCServes can help connect individuals with resources for employment, education, housing, health care, legal assistance and other support services. A network coordinator helps identify the need and connect you with the appropriate organization or service provider.

For Veterans Upward Bound, partnerships and referral networks like NCServes are important because education is often only one piece of the transition. When a veteran needs assistance beyond what VUB provides, knowing where to connect them matters.

Learn more about accessing NCServes in the flyer, or contact Veterans Upward Bound at [email protected] or 919-718-7463.

09/17/2026

Heading back to the classroom after military service can be an adjustment, especially when it has been a while since you last had to write an academic paper.

Veterans Upward Bound participants are invited to join our upcoming English Composition Refresher, a four session virtual course designed to help veterans strengthen their academic writing skills and feel more prepared for college level coursework.

Instructor Ashley Riley will cover key English composition skills while helping participants make the transition from military writing and communication to the expectations they will encounter in the classroom.

Sessions will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 17, 22, 24 and 29 via Zoom.

Current VUB participants should check their email for the Zoom meeting link and ID.

Not a VUB participant but interested in preparing for college, a degree program or other postsecondary education? Contact us at [email protected] or 919-718-7463 to learn how Veterans Upward Bound can help.

09/16/2026

You spent years developing skills, completing training and gaining experience in the military. Before starting college from square one, find out whether some of that experience can count toward your degree.

Your Joint Services Transcript provides colleges with a record of your military occupations, training and education. Schools can evaluate that experience and determine whether college credit may be awarded. But there is an important distinction: credit awarded is not necessarily credit that applies toward your degree.

Before enrolling, ask how a school evaluates military experience and exactly where any awarded credits will fit into your program. Comparing schools can also matter because institutions may have different policies for accepting and applying military credit.

Veterans Upward Bound can help you gather your transcripts, explore education options and ask the right questions before you enroll.

Do not leave earned experience on the table. Contact Veterans Upward Bound and let us help you turn your military experience into progress toward your education and career goals.

09/14/2026

Looking to sharpen your computer skills?

Veterans Upward Bound is offering a FREE four session Virtual Computer Literacy Refresher designed to help veterans build the digital skills needed to transition from military service into education.

Instructor Nicole Lofton will guide participants through practical computer skills that can help them feel more prepared and confident in today's college environment.

Classes will be held virtually from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sept. 14, 16, 21 and 23.

Current VUB participants, check your email for the Zoom meeting link and ID.

Interested in Veterans Upward Bound or want to learn about future workshops? Contact us at [email protected] or 919-718-7463.

09/09/2026

Join us tomorrow at SouthLight Healthcare Community Day 2026!

Veterans Upward Bound will be on site connecting with the community and sharing information about the free services and resources available to Veterans who are considering college, career training or other educational opportunities.

Thursday, Sept. 10
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
1201 N. Roxboro St., Durham

Stop by to meet our team and learn more about how Veterans Upward Bound can help you take the next step toward your education and career goals. The event will also feature free food, supplies, community resources, networking opportunities and local community partners.

We hope to see you there!

09/07/2026

Big goals are exciting, but they can also make it difficult to know where to begin.

If going back to school, earning a degree or preparing for a new career is on your horizon, you do not need to have the entire journey figured out today. Focus on creating momentum.

What could change in three months if you consistently moved your education forward? Maybe you complete your college application, finish the FAFSA, improve your math skills, research career options or finally enroll in that first class.

Progress becomes easier when the future is turned into something you can work on today.

Veterans Upward Bound can help you figure out where to start and what comes next. Connect with us and start moving your education goals forward.

09/04/2026

Sleep is sometimes the first thing we sacrifice when life gets busy. Work, school, family responsibilities, stress, and even late night screen time can gradually reduce the amount and quality of rest we get. The problem is that losing sleep can make everything else we are trying to accomplish more difficult.

Quality sleep supports attention, memory, emotional regulation, physical recovery, and decision making. For veterans returning to school, these benefits can directly affect the ability to concentrate during class, retain new information, manage deadlines, and respond to stressful situations.

Improving sleep does not necessarily require completely changing your lifestyle. Start by creating consistency. Keep your sleep and wake times as regular as possible, develop a routine that signals the end of the day, reduce bright screens before bed, and pay attention to habits that may be interfering with your rest.

Most importantly, treat sleep as part of your wellness routine rather than something you earn after everything else is finished. Rest and productivity are not opposites. Proper recovery helps prepare your mind and body to perform when it matters.

This week, take a look at your sleep routine and identify one small change you can make to improve your rest.

Veterans Upward Bound is here to support veterans as they build the habits, skills, and resources needed to reach their educational and personal goals.

Address

1105 Kelly Drive
Sanford, NC
27330

Telephone

(919)7187463

Website

https://www.cccc.edu/support-success/all-offices-services/veterans-upward-bound

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