Welcome to the University of Kentucky Student Veteran Association (SVA). The SVA serves the student veteran community by working with the Veterans Resource Center, Veterans Resource Team and Student Government in order to facilitate the needs of non-traditional students. Here are just a few reasons why UK is the best!
NEWS
UK vs. Ol' Miss Tailgate
Saturday, November 4th from 12 pm to 7:30 pm - Game Starts at 7:30.
I have reserved a spot as of today through EMS and I am awaiting approval. Time of the game is still TBD as per the athletic site. We will be doing the tailgate event potluck style. If you are of age and would like to do a beer exchange, we can set that up. Everyone who wants beer can bring a six pack to share and anyone who brings a six pack can try from everyone else's six pack. This is a fun way to mingle and try new craft beers out. Otherwise people can just BYOB. There will not be underage drinking allowed at our event as this could get our group in big trouble with campus and future tailgating events could be denied.
I have reserved a spot as of today through EMS and I am awaiting approval. Time of the game is still TBD as per the athletic site. We will be doing the tailgate event potluck style. If you are of age and would like to do a beer exchange, we can set that up. Everyone who wants beer can bring a six pack to share and anyone who brings a six pack can try from everyone else's six pack. This is a fun way to mingle and try new craft beers out. Otherwise people can just BYOB. There will not be underage drinking allowed at our event as this could get our group in big trouble with campus and future tailgating events could be denied.
OCTOBER MEMBERS MEETING
Thursday, October 26th 2017 4:30 pm
Erickson Hall
All SVA members and families are invited to attend. There will be a cookout with burgers and dogs, sodas, chips, and cookies (much like the welcome to school BBQ) out front of Erickson Hall.
The event will be picnic style without tables. Members are invited to go to the VRC to eat or bring a blanket to sit on or utilize the amphitheater seating.
There will be corn hole and Kentucky "washers" yard games with a chance for a tournament to win a prize and the honor of being awesome at yard games. Teams will be pairs for the corn hole and individuals for washers. (this will be based on attendance)
Officers need to decide on the next meeting of Executive Committee of the Veteran Student Organization (officers?) so that the leading folks of the diversity group on campus can meet with us and feed us. Got to love free food! I was thinking the week before thanksgiving break on a Monday or Wednesday late afternoon. What does everyone's schedule look like at those times so I can get an idea?
Thursday, October 26th 2017 4:30 pm
Erickson Hall
All SVA members and families are invited to attend. There will be a cookout with burgers and dogs, sodas, chips, and cookies (much like the welcome to school BBQ) out front of Erickson Hall.
The event will be picnic style without tables. Members are invited to go to the VRC to eat or bring a blanket to sit on or utilize the amphitheater seating.
There will be corn hole and Kentucky "washers" yard games with a chance for a tournament to win a prize and the honor of being awesome at yard games. Teams will be pairs for the corn hole and individuals for washers. (this will be based on attendance)
Officers need to decide on the next meeting of Executive Committee of the Veteran Student Organization (officers?) so that the leading folks of the diversity group on campus can meet with us and feed us. Got to love free food! I was thinking the week before thanksgiving break on a Monday or Wednesday late afternoon. What does everyone's schedule look like at those times so I can get an idea?
2017 UKSVA Election Results
2017 UKSVA Officers
President - Harry Smith
Vice-President - Jennifer Kisabeth
Secretary - Eric Kussler
Treasurer - Adam Blevins
Social Chair - Austin Teabo
Webmaster - Brandon Foley
Thanks to everyone for running or voting.
President - Harry Smith
Vice-President - Jennifer Kisabeth
Secretary - Eric Kussler
Treasurer - Adam Blevins
Social Chair - Austin Teabo
Webmaster - Brandon Foley
Thanks to everyone for running or voting.
UPCOMING EVENTS
VETERAN'S RESOURCE CENTER
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Veteran's Resource Center Has Moved The new Veteran's Resource Center is in the basement of Erikson Hall (next door to Funkhouser Building). It includes larger spaces and small study rooms. Hours of Operation will remain the same OPEN HOURS Monday - Friday 8:00 - 17:00 . |
* Veteran Orientation Class - All universities require students to take an orientation class. Here at UK, we have a course that is exclusively for veterans. This course is taught by the Veteran Resource Coordinator who is a 28 year veteran of the United States Army.
* Job Placement - The University of Kentucky is the largest employer in the state of Kentucky! We have many federal work-study positions just for students that allow you to tend to your studies while you earn cash.
* KY In-state Tuition Rates for Eligible Veterans - The University of Kentucky offers eligible Post 9/11 GI Bill education beneficiaries resident tuition rates for those who enroll as a non-resident. This benefit is exclusive to veterans and dependents who are utilizing the Post9/11 GI Bill.
* Military Transcript evaluation and accreditation - Our Veterans Resource Center will review your military transcripts and award you credit for all ACE credit. Many courses you completed in the Armed Forces will count towards your course work and electives. Unlike most universities there is no limitation on awarded credit. This greatly expedites your graduation!
* Job Placement - The University of Kentucky is the largest employer in the state of Kentucky! We have many federal work-study positions just for students that allow you to tend to your studies while you earn cash.
* KY In-state Tuition Rates for Eligible Veterans - The University of Kentucky offers eligible Post 9/11 GI Bill education beneficiaries resident tuition rates for those who enroll as a non-resident. This benefit is exclusive to veterans and dependents who are utilizing the Post9/11 GI Bill.
* Military Transcript evaluation and accreditation - Our Veterans Resource Center will review your military transcripts and award you credit for all ACE credit. Many courses you completed in the Armed Forces will count towards your course work and electives. Unlike most universities there is no limitation on awarded credit. This greatly expedites your graduation!