Published February 04. 2015 11:00PM
Academics for Veterans, or A's for Vets, is holding the organization's first educational fair for veterans, their families and those currently serving in the military Feb. 28 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Haupert Union Building at Moravian College in Bethlehem, Pa.
A light breakfast and boxed lunch will be provided. Check in begins at 8 a.m. Space is limited, and attendees must register, for free, by February 22, 2015, by visiting www.a-for-vets.org or calling 610-861-1475.
Workshops will be offered by local Veterans Administration offices and veteran specialists on a wide range of topics designed to enhance the college experience, such as: methods to ensure educational success, exploring degree options, the federal job hunt and navigating scholarship options and funding sources.
Academics for Veterans is a collaboration between the Lehigh Valley Military Affairs Council (LVMAC), a coalition of institutions of higher learning, and technical training schools. The organization aims to educate, train, and support veterans as they work toward achieving their educational and occupational goals.