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ROTC Veterans may face unique challenges as they begin or return to
their academic studies. The following provides a starting point to
UConn has two ROTC (Reserve Officers’ Training Corps programs): meet and greet other UConn veterans.
Army ROTC and Air Force ROTC. These programs offer leadership
courses and opportunities to become leaders in the Air Force and Veterans Affairs & Military Programs
Army. Both are located in Hall Dorm at the center of the Storrs
Campus. The Office of Veterans Affairs & Military Programs provides
services to student veterans and service members including
veterans.uconn.edu/rotc Educational VA Benefits, special programs and events, staff
armyrotc@uconn.edu | afrotc115@uconn.edu support, and assistance. The main office and the staff’s offices
are located on the third floor of Arjona. There are additional study
areas, computer lab, and a coffee maker, refrigerator, and
microwave specifically for student veterans’ use.
Arjona Room 354
veterans.uconn.edu UConn-Storrs Veterans
Veterans Oasis
Located in the Student Union Room 224, the Veterans Oasis
serves primarily as a social lounge for our veteran population on
campus to relax in between classes. Featuring cable TV, public
access computers, and ample seating, the Oasis is a gathering
place for student veterans at UConn.
Student Union Room 224
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