Saint Martin’s University receives $580,000 to increase support, programs for veterans
Saint Martin’s University has received a three-year grant, totaling more than $580,000, from the U.S. Department of Education to increase support and programs for veterans enrolling in college, the university announced.
Veterans represent 9 percent of the student population at the private, four-year school in Lacey. The grant will allow Saint Martin’s to expand its existing Veteran Resource Center into a better equipped Veteran Student Support Center.
“We are grateful for this grant, which will enable Saint Martin’s to expand our long-standing commitment to serving veterans as they pursue degrees and certificates to advance their careers,” said Saint Martin’s President Jennifer Bonds-Raacke in a statement.
“By providing a dedicated staff and establishing new programs for our veterans and their families, we hope to increase veteran enrollment and offer a holistic learning experience that fosters their success – which for many includes successfully transitioning to civilian roles with employers throughout the region.”
The university’s Director of Campus Life Alexis Nelson will serve as the project director.
Saint Martin’s University has been recognized as one of the nation’s top military-supportive colleges. It recently ranked No. 14 in Best Colleges for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report. In March, Saint Martin’s received gold distinction for the fourth year as a Military Friendly school by VIQTORY. The University also was named the first Purple Heart University in Washington state.
