Veterans Resources: Resources for Veterans
A library research and resource guide dedicated to LSU student veterans and service members.
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Resources for Veterans
- G.I. BillThe GI Bill provides educational assistance to service members, veterans, and their dependents.
- Veterans AffairsAccess and manage your VA benefits and health care
- Veterans Crisis Line - VA Mental HealthIf you are a Service member or Veteran in crisis or you’re concerned about one, there are specially trained responders ready to help you, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The Veterans Crisis Line connects Service members and Veterans in crisis, as well as their family members and friends, with qualified, caring VA responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text-messaging service.
- Veterans Upward BoundVeterans Upward Bound is designed to motivate and assist veterans in the development of academic and other requisite skills necessary for acceptance and success in a program of postsecondary education. The program provides assessment and enhancement of basic skills through counseling, mentoring, tutoring and academic instruction in the core subject areas. The primary goal of the program is to increase the rate at which participants enroll in and complete postsecondary education programs.
- Baton Rouge Vet Center - US Dept. of Veterans AffairsWe offer confidential help for Veterans, service members, and their families at no cost in a non-medical setting. Our services include counseling for needs such as depression, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST). We can also connect you with more support in VA and your community.
- Veteran Assistance | Department of Health | State of LouisianaVeterans and active duty service members sacrifice much for our nation. Many of them have special needs due to the stresses of their service experience, which may include combat, injury, trauma and isolation from traditional support structures. The Louisiana Department of Health recognizes these needs and hopes to assist those who have given of themselves for our country. Service members, veterans and their families who are looking for information about the health needs they experience as a result of their or their family member's service should review the information below. Additionally, we hope that health care providers across the state will join us in assisting this community of patriots and their families by using the information presented below in the course of their practice.
- Veterans Suicide Prevention LifelineFor veterans, crises can be heightened by their experiences during military service. If you’re a veteran or service member and in crisis, these resources can help.
- LSU William A. Brookshire Military & Veterans Student CenterDedicated to helping veterans, service members, dependents and survivors succeed in higher education. Their motto is "Serving veterans and service members as they pursue a new mission."
- LSU Army ROTCWelcome to the homepage of Louisiana State University's Army Reserve Officer Training Corps program. Here at tiger Battalion, our goal is simple - to produce the highest quality of officers. To achieve this goal we combine academics, selfless service, and personal integrity to create an atmosphere which turns our young adults into Ladies and Gentlemen.
- LSU African American Cultural CenterImplements educational, cultural and social activities that acknowledge and address the needs of African American students at LSU. The Center also provides a venue for all students to learn about African American culture, heritage and traditions.
- LSU CaresYou’re never alone at LSU. A network of people is always ready to help and support you through anything, so you can focus on your best college experience. LSU Cares is dedicated to your wellbeing and to promoting a community that cares about each of its members.
- LSU Center for Academic SuccessCAS offers services such as free tutoring, Supplemental Instruction (SI), Academic Coaching, workshops and online resources. Students who use our strategic academic support resources increase their GPAs, stay in their majors of choice and graduate on time.
- LSU Graduate School FAQsFind answers to common questions asked by prospective students.
- LSU LibrariesSupports the academic mission of the university by fostering teaching, learning, and research. The LSU Libraries includes the LSU Library and the adjacent Hill Memorial Library. Together, the libraries contain more than 4 million volumes and provide additional resources such as expert staff, technology, services, electronic resources, and facilities that advance research, teaching, and learning across every discipline.
- LSU Olinde Career CenterAssists students and alumni in choosing careers, obtaining career-related work experiences, developing job search skills, and securing employment or admission to graduate or professional school.
- LSU Student Health CenterYou can play an active role in maintaining your health and wellness now and beyond your time at LSU, and our team is here to partner with and support you. Explore the quality, accessible, and inclusive programs and services we offer below.
- LSU Women's CenterThe Women’s Center promotes student development, health and safety, and retention by offering expansive educational opportunities on women’s issues. The Center provides support, referral, and information on the history and progression of women’s-related concerns to students, faculty, staff, and other members of the LSU community.