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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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