Meet Our VA Counselors

Our VA Counselors, Nicole Julien- Thomas and Lawrence Wright are experienced, trained vocational rehabilitation counselors who serve UMGC student veterans by appointment during in-person office hours and online via Zoom.

Nicole Julien-Thomas:

Lawrence Wright:

Workshop Wednesdays

The Veterans Initiatives Office invites you to Workshop Wednesdays, which take place on the first and third Wednesdays of each month, from 11:30 a.m to noon ET via Zoom. Get exciting information and interact with our special guests online.

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Student Veterans Lounge

UMGC staff maintain in-person office hours at the Col Floyd G. and Lt Col Dona R. Hildebrand Student Veterans Lounge at our Dorsey Station location. Staff is available on-site when classes are taking place.

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Additional Information for Veterans

In addition, VA's Education and Career Counseling Program offers a great opportunity for transitioning servicemembers and veterans to get personalized counseling and support to guide their career paths, ensure most effective use of their VA benefits, and help them achieve their goals. Visit UMGC's VSOC counselor on campus to learn more about this program.

VA's GI Bill website offers tools to help veterans transition from military service to student success. For career assistance, including connecting to employers looking to hire servicemembers, veterans and dependents, visit the new VA Careers and Employment webpage and learn about the Veteran Readiness and Employment program on eBenefits.