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Watch and listen to webinars, podcasts & other virtual resources covering a wide range of topics such as college applications, competitive admissions, application essays, college fit, and more!
Undergraduate Boots to Business
This virtual info session focused on planning your undergraduate studies in order to apply to business school. This is a panel with Q&A format featuring current S2S ambassadors and MBA applicants. Panelists shared insights & answered questions from attendees on classes to take, test prep, opportunities to consider, and more.
HBCU: The Student Experience
Hear from current students at top HBCUs in this virtual session moderated by Tiahna Pantovich, LMSW. The topics covered include thriving at an HBCU, applying to an HBCU, internships at an HBCU, utilizing GI Bill, outcomes of graduating from an HBCU, Medical & Professional Schools plus PhD programs
VetLink Partner School Transfer Panel #3
Our VetLink Partner School Transfer series wraps up with 7 more schools for veterans to meet. Hear from a variety of our partner schools & learn about transfer admissions to each institution. Each school will have 6 minutes to introduce themselves and their schools then attendees will have the chance to ask questions.
VetLink Partner School Transfer Panel #2
Our VetLink Partner School Transfer series continues with 8 more schools for veterans to meet. Hear from a variety of our partner schools & learn about transfer admissions to each institution. Each school will have 6 minutes to introduce themselves and their schools then attendees will have the chance to ask questions.
VetLink Partner School Transfer Panel
Join us for a 7x6 panel information session featuring VetLink partner schools. Each school will have 6 minutes to introduce themselves & their schools. This is an opportunity for potential applicants to hear from a variety of our partner schools, learn about transfer admissions to each institution & ask questions after each school has presented.
A Walk Through the Common App
Join us for a real-time walk through of the Common App for first year students. This webinar provides information & tips on what each section of the Common App is asking or requiring plus guidance on application best practices.
Put Your Best Application Forward with VetLink
The vast majority of college admissions officers have never served in the military. That’s where S2S’s VetLink program comes into play! Join Whitney, S2S Director of VetLink, & VetLink partner Vassar College and learn how to utilize & leverage all of the resources the VetLink program has to offer to put your best college application forward. We share how the addendum is used in the admissions process plus VetLink addendum do's & don'ts.
How to Write a Standout Essay
Are you struggling with your college essays? Tune in for a conversation about how to approach your college essays. You’ll learn more about how to get started, what colleges are looking for, and how to put together your best work.
VetLink Student Panel
Still deciding what school to apply to? Ever wondered what it's like to attend some of the most competitive schools in the country? Check out our virtual student panel where attendees learned about admissions & campus life at highly selective institutions and ask questions of current students at Princeton, Notre Dame, Wesleyan, Bowdoin, Vassar, and UChicago!
How to Build a Balanced, Thoughtful, Successful College List
This webinar focuses on the basics of building your college list in order to set yourself up for success. We discuss specifics around reach, target, and safety colleges, how to make sure your list is ambitious but also thoughtful, and how to position yourself to be as competitive as possible at these colleges. Get ready to build the best college list for you!
General Transfer Admissions Info Session
Join us S2S Director of VetLink, Whitney, dives into how to determine if an applicant should apply as a transfer or first year student. We look at general qualifications of both & discuss the transfer student process.
Service to STEM Webinar
Applying to college as a STEM major can be very competitive, but if you start building your STEM story early, you’ll be in the best position to gain admission to your top-choice colleges. But what does that entail exactly? Join S2S and our admissions colleague Mike Brown at Villanova University as we explore preparing for a STEM program and the application process for veterans and service members. We dive into what makes a strong STEM applicant, what courses or other involvement to consider, what to expect transferring into a STEM program, and more!
Admitted, Waitlisted, Denied... What's Next? A Guide to Admissions Decisions
If you haven't already, you will start to receive admissions decisions from schools you applied to in the next few weeks. Depending on your decision, maybe you know what your next steps are, but it's also possible you have no idea what happens now. Join Kyle Downey at Cornell University and Montanna Kirven at University of Notre Dame as they walk you through what happens now that you've been admitted, waitlisted, or denied. They also address some common scenarios you might run into as you enroll in school.
Women in STEM Virtual Panel
Interested in a career in STEM? Our Women in STEM virtual panel featured 3 incredible veterans excelling in STEM! Our panelists include:
Andrea Henshall · USAFA BS Grad, MIT & Auburn University MS Grad & current PhD candidate at MIT
Kellie Everett · Massachusetts Institute of Technology Grad & current Master in Public Policy student at University of Oxford
Julia Shin · Smith College Grad & current MD student at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Applying Your VA Benefits
Webinar hosted by Marcee Davis, VA Certifying Official / Financial Aid Advisor at UC Santa Barbara, discussed taking steps forward in your journey to college! The webinar was packed full of information and we hope you found valuable takeaways from the session.
Villanova College of Professional Studies to M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing
For anyone looking to earn a Bachelor’s degree from Villanova and then to eventually earn a Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), consider joining Villanova University and admissions representatives from the College of Professional Studies and the M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing to learn more about exciting Bachelors degree and Nursing pathways. Villanova offers flexible programs to Veterans and those Currently Serving. In addition, a 15% discount on the College of Professional Studies degrees and scholarship opportunities for our Nursing programs.
Fundamentals of Admissions Essays Webinar
Most colleges will require an essay and it is arguably one of the most important aspects of your undergraduate application. If you’re actively working on your essays or will be in the next few months, this webinar recording is for you. Former college admissions officer and current S2S Program Manager, Annie Behari, discussed how to write your best admissions essay. This webinar covered the most common essay prompts you’ll encounter and some tips and advice on how to best approach them. We also addressed many essay-related questions submitted by attendees.
MedVets with Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai Webinar
Are you applying to medical school and concerned about taking the MCAT and completing your premed requirements? The Military Institutional Partnership at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai is a top-ranked program (11th in the country) and waives the MCAT and many of the traditional premed requirements.
We were joined by the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai's admissions team. They covered the application process and answered questions from Veterans & service members. Additionally, current student veterans at Mt. Sinai provided insights into their experience with the application process and what medical school is like at Mt. Sinai.
From U.S. Military to Princeton Undergraduate Student
Princeton student veterans, Sarah Payne '25, Kaller Roemer '23 and Daniel Adomina '24, speak about their experience transitioning from military service to being a Princeton undergraduate student. Learn more about the application process for U.S. Military Applicants on Princeton's website.
Disability & Accessibility Services in Higher Education
Our admissions colleague, Hira Byrne from Amherst College, joined us for an empowering discussion about disability & accessibility services/resources available to veterans in higher education. We took a deep dive into resources from the VA, common entitlements, vocational rehab, VR&E, how to translate your VA rating into academic supports and disability related programs/benefits & much more!
Service to STEM
S2S was joined by our Admissions colleagues Phil Larson, Mike Oelke, and David Betts from the University of Michigan for a discussion about what makes a strong Engineering applicant, what to expect transferring into an Engineering program, answer Q&As and more!
Veteran Financial Aid
S2S and our admissions colleague Michael Brown, the Director of the Office of Veterans and Military Service Members at Villanova University, discussed how to understand your financial aid award letter. We covered topics such as federal financial aid, institutional aid, and GI/Yellow Ribbon benefits.
Women Veteran Panel
Service to School hosted a panel of women veterans who have made the transition from active duty service member to student. The panel was moderated by Hillary Browning, Service to School Program Associate, Navy Veteran, and Yale University graduate, and includes discussions about how to best present yourself to an admissions committee and panelists shared tips and resources to assist as you navigate higher education.
Yale's Undergraduate Veterans
Three members of Yale’s diverse undergraduate veteran community share their stories of transitioning from the military to Yale College to pursue bachelor’s degrees. Yale College’s connections to the military are long-standing, and the undergraduate admissions office welcomes inquiries and applications from veterans of the U.S. armed forces and active-duty service members. Veterans can opt to apply for Yale’s generous need-based financial aid or use Post-9/11 G.I. Bill and Yellow Ribbon benefits. Veterans and active-duty service members may apply for free to any undergraduate admission program: first-year, transfer, or the Eli Whitney Students Program.
Yale University Eli Whitney Student Stories
Six current students in Yale’s Eli Whitney Students Program for undergraduate adult learners share insights on their journeys from working professionals to Yale College students. Eli Whitney students come from all walks of life; they are military veterans, entrepreneurs, community and social activists, and artists. As undergraduates, Eli Whitney students have access to the same classes and majors and receive the same degrees as traditional-age students. They benefit from generous need-based financial aid and the flexibility of enrolling full or part time.
Law School Webinar
Virtual information session with Harvard Law School & Yale Law School for veterans and service members who are considering law school in 2022 and beyond. Attendees had the opportunity to hear from the Dean of Admissions at both HLS and YLS and learn more about each school’s admissions process, culture & academics, student veteran experience, and much more!
Undergraduate Admissions Information Session
Virtual information session for U.S. military veterans and active duty service members hosted by admissions representatives from Amherst College, Pomona College, Princeton University, Williams College, and Yale University about their respective undergraduate programs and admissions processes.
Topics included academic programs and the liberal arts, undergraduate admissions policies, financial aid and affordability, and support systems for our student veterans.
Physician Assistant Webinar
Our PA Program Manager, Candice Creecy, hosted our first PA-specific webinar where she covered the PA application process, what it’s like to be a PA, and answered PA-related questions. Not only is Candice an Emergency Medicine PA at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, but she is also a Sloan Fellow at MIT pursuing her MBA. If you are interested in a career as a PA, please listen to this great discussion, and spread the word to any and all friends that may be interested as well!
Not only is Candice an Emergency Medicine PA at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, but she is also a Sloan Fellow at MIT pursuing her MBA. If you are interested in a career as a PA, please listen to this great discussion, and spread the word to any and all friends that may be interested as well!
Career Services - Essential to College Fit
When we think of Career Services, resume writing is often our first thought. But Career Services for college students is so much more. Listen as Teresa Olsen, Assistant Vice President for Career Initiatives, Colgate University discusses opportunities for preparing throughout your studies for securing a great job or going to graduate/professional school. Topics include career exploration, planning for internships, connecting with employers, and preparing for graduate school.
The VetLink Addendum
The Service to School VetLink Addendum is a demilitarized resume that is added to your college application (through our VetLink Program) as a means to translate your military experiences for members of the admissions committee. But how do you convince the committee members that you possess the desired attributes if the members have no understanding of how the military has prepared you for success? You do it by making it easy for them to truly value and understand what you bring to the table. A well-developed and thoughtfully constructed VetLink Addendum will demonstrate predictors of success while revealing authenticity, passion, and character. Hear from six of our VetLink partners as they share why the VetLink Addendum is so important and how it helps them better understand you as a Veteran applicant.
Leading in Uncertainty
Service to School and Media Mobilize hosted a live virtual event with VIP speaker, General (ret.) Joseph Votel for a compelling discussion on leadership and leading in uncertainty.
The College Fit Mythbusters
Deciding what colleges to apply to is a personal journey that starts with understanding what is most important to you. But misinformation can get in the way of creating a list that best fits you as an individual. Join us as Sydney Matthes, an expert in college admissions and Service to School Ambassador, dispels common myths and discusses the first steps to creating your college list.
Thinking LSAT with S2S Co-Director Nathan Lowry
Today’s show features an interview with Nathan Lowry of Service to School, a national nonprofit organization that provides guidance and resources to veterans applying for law school. Ben and Nathan also discuss a new Excuse of the Week and dig into the listener mailbag. Some common themes reappear: Don’t rush into law school. Take your time. Get the best LSAT score you can get. Go to the best law school that offers you a full scholarship.
Women Veteran Series
It’s Women’s History Month and we celebrated the best way we knew how– by encouraging women veterans to achieve #AdmissionAccomplished! Check out our Women Veteran Series where MBA women veteran students shared their stories, experiences and advice.
UMN Carlson Military Information Session + Veteran Student Panel
Learn more about MBA and MS programs at the University of MN Carlson School of Management. We’ll provide an overview of program offerings, tips about how to best translate your military experience to your application, and career outcomes and resources for veteran students. We’ll also hear from students and alumni about their program experience and connection to the extensive Carlson military.
Virtual Q & A w/ WSP & S2S
Watch this virtual Q & A we had with our friends at Warrior-Scholar Project and our alums as they share their experiences of using BOTH veteran service organizations to help them gain admission to their dream school and how to successfully transition into the college classroom.
How to Pay for Med, PA, and Nursing School
The S2S Healthcare Professionals (HCP) team hosted an informational webinar to help veteran students learn about their options to pay for medical, PA, and nursing school. Panelists included Jonathan Due the Director of Programs and Scholarships from the Pat Tillman Foundation , Will Eisenhart a Pat Tillman Scholar, Pete Campbell the HCP Director, and several HCP Ambassadors.
The College Search & Your Career
Listen to our conversation with veterans from Amherst College, Pomona College and Williams College as we discussed how the Liberal Arts leads to success in Law, Medicine and Business. This is a fantastic opportunity for prospective veteran students to gain insight into colleges that will best support their long term professional goals.
Women Veterans Panel
We joined forces with Brown University, Dartmouth College, Texas A & M University and Smith College for a panel discussion on the experiences of women veterans on college campuses. Representatives from each institution were joined by current women student veterans to share their experiences transitioning from the military to higher education.
Career Preparation & the Liberal Arts
We linked up with the admissions teams from Bowdoin, Carleton, and Swarthmore to share how liberal arts colleges support internships, hiring, networking, and career planning, and what it all means for you.
Healthcare Professional Team's Town Hall Meeting
Our Healthcare Professional’s team had their first ever (virtual) town hall meeting and it was a huge success! The team shared their mission and passion to help veterans interested in pursuing various medical professions and even had a chance to do a live Q & A!
The College Fit Factor: Public Universities
Our undergrad ops team joined forces with Arizona State University, Texas A & M University, and University of Michigan to discuss how to determine which college is the right fit for you. If you are interested in learning more about public universities then check this out!
Financial Aid 101
Financial Aid for Veterans: Check out our Financial Aid 101 Webinar with Amherst College, Pomona College, and Williams College as we busted all the myths surrounding financial aid, Yellow Ribbon Program, Post 9/11 GI Bill, and discussed how to make the best fiscal decisions for your education.
MIT Sloan Admissions Webinar
Interested in applying to MIT Sloan School of Management? Check out this webinar as their Veterans Association share tips for their upcoming round 1 application as well as learn more about what life is like as a veteran at Sloan!
Wharton Veterans Club Admissions Webinar
Current Wharton MBA candidates shared tips on the application process, discuss student life, how they prepared for the GMAT/GRE, and so much more!