Welcome to NMSU Grants! To the proud few there is no higher honor than serving in our country's military. It is vital as a higher education institution that NMSU Grants shows, respect, appreciation, and gratitude to members of the armed forces. To the veterans that have served in its ranks. NMSU strives tirelessly to express its appreciation for our troops and accommodate them however, best we can. It is our mission and goal to lead the way. Establishing ourselves as the national destination for the armed forces in their academic pursuits. Among all universities in the NMSU system, each campus is highly competitive seeking to outdo one another. Through fierce determination NMSU Grants is looking to set a precedent. Forward thinking and ambitious, we improve every day in our efforts. We are always open to improvement. We hope veterans see our willingness and desire to serve them as they have served us. In addition to veteran's eligibility for financial assistance, spouses and dependents may also be eligible. If an eligible veteran has unused post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits, they can transfer benefits to a spouse or dependent child.
Key 1:
Create a culture of trust and connectedness across the campus community to promote well-being and success for veterans
Key 2:
Ensure consistent and sustained support from campus leadership.
Key 3:
Implement an early alert system to ensure all veterans receive academic, career, and financial advice before challenges become overwhelming.
Key 4:
Coordinate and centralize campus efforts for all veterans, together with the creation of a designated space for them.
Key 5:
Collaborate with local communities and organizations, including government agencies, to align and coordinate various services for veterans.
Key 6:
Utilize a uniform set of data tools to collect and track information on veterans, including demographics, retention, and degree completion.
Key 7:
Provide comprehensive professional development for faculty and staff on issues and challenges unique to veterans.
Key 8:
Develop systems that ensure sustainability of effective practices for veterans.
