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National College to Host Military Veterans Open House June 17

June 14, 2010

National College to Host Military & Veterans Open House June 17 Free event offers information on military & veteran educational benefits SALEM – The Roanoke Valley Campus of National College (www.national-college.edu; 540-986-1800), located at 1813 Ea

National College to Host Military & Veterans Open House June 17 Free event offers information on military & veteran educational benefits SALEM – The Roanoke Valley Campus of National College (www.national-college.edu; 540-986-1800), located at 1813 East Main Street in Salem, will host a Military & Veterans Open House on Thursday, June 17. Sessions will take place at 12:15 PM and 5:30 PM; the public is welcome, especially active or reserve military, veterans, and their spouses and other dependents; and there is no charge. Information is available by calling the campus at 540-986-1800. “There has never been a better time for veterans to seek an education than today,� says Kelly Chamberlain, regional director of military affairs for National College. “Not only has the federal government made available billions in military and veterans educational benefits, there is more flexibility than ever before. Spouses and dependents can even take advantage of these benefits.� The Military & Veterans Open House will bring together experts in veterans benefits, financial aid, and educational programs to provide information on eligibility and benefits to active-duty, reserve, or honorably discharged veterans. Information is also available on obtaining college credit for military training and experience through the Servicemembers Opportunity College Consortium. National College also offers two exclusive programs for veterans: the Armed Services Recognition Grant (worth up to $4,000 per year) and the Blue Ribbon Grant (up to $8,000). Founded in 1886, National College is dedicated to the training and education of men and women for a full life and a successful career in a number of fields in business, computers, and health care. Meeting the workforce needs of 27 communities through campus locations in Virginia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana, National College enrolls more than 12,000 students annually.