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MSU Student Veteran & Military-Affiliated Resources – Your Hub for Support & Success

Welcome to the MSU Student Veteran & Military-Affiliated Resources page! This comprehensive hub is designed to support veterans, active duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses, and dependents by providing essential tools for academic success, career advancement, financial stability, and personal well-being.

Here, you’ll find up-to-date information on education benefits, career development, financial aid, mental health resources, and opportunities to connect with the MSU military-connected community. Whether you’re transitioning from military service to student life, navigating VA benefits, or preparing for your next career step, this page is here to guide you.

This is a living resource, meaning it is never truly complete. As the needs of MSU’s student veterans and military-affiliated students evolve, so too will this page. We welcome suggestions for additional resources and support services to ensure this page remains as helpful and relevant as possible. If you have ideas or recommendations, please reach out to us at veterans@msu.edu,  this page is built for you, and we’re always looking for ways to improve it.

Explore the links and programs available, and take advantage of the many opportunities MSU offers to help you thrive both in and beyond the classroom.

MSU’s Career Services Network helps student veterans, service members, and military-connected students translate military experience into civilian career success, through one-on-one advising, resume and interview prep, internships and job search support, employer connections, and veteran-specific tools. Make an appointment through Handshake to build a plan and connect with employers who value your service.

Parenting while pursuing higher education brings unique challenges, and even more so for those balancing the transition from military to student life. MSU’s Student Parent Resource Center offers on-campus support such as child-care scholarships, family housing, emergency funding, and peer support groups.

In addition to these campus services, veterans and military-connected families can access federal and state resources to help with childcare, education benefits, and family well-being:

VA VITAL (Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership) Initiative is a collaborative program between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Michigan State University. Its mission is to ensure that every student veteran and military-connected student has the resources, support, and guidance needed to thrive in higher education.

Through VA VITAL, a licensed VA mental health professional is embedded directly on campus, serving as a bridge between MSU students and the VA healthcare system. Whether you’re seeking help managing stress, navigating VA healthcare, or connecting with mental health and wellness resources, VITAL provides confidential, veteran-centered support right here at MSU.

This partnership allows students to access VA care, referrals, and advocacy without leaving campus — making it easier than ever to stay focused, healthy, and supported throughout your academic journey.

PsychArmor is a nationally recognized organization that provides free online education and training to help individuals and institutions better understand and support the military-connected community. Michigan State University is proud to partner with PsychArmor to make this training accessible through D2L for all faculty, staff, and students.

These self-paced modules are designed to increase awareness, empathy, and confidence when engaging with veterans, service members, and their families. By completing the training, Spartans can become stronger allies and advocates for the success of military-connected students across campus.

Whether you’re a professor looking to support a student veteran in class, a staff member assisting with benefits, or a peer wanting to build understanding, PsychArmor equips you with the insight and language to make a meaningful difference.