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Service to School Stories

Service to School
Higher Education
Service To School
Veterans
GI Bill
College Admissions
Brown University
Stanford University
Notre Dame
Princeton University
Military
Marine Corps
MBA Admissions
Community Colleges
Community College
Yellow Ribbon Program
Phd Programs
Transfer Admissions
Mental Health
Cornell University
Mentorship

Welcome to Service to School Stories, a deep-dive style podcast hosted by Service to School. We dig into topics in the Higher Education landscape as they relate to Veterans and transitioning service members. Tune in as we chat about navigating the college experience for Veterans: going through the application process, dealing with imposter syndrome, applying to highly selective universities, handl... more

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What does it take to build a career in consulting after military service? In this follow-up conversation, Alex Dawson returns to the Service to School Stories podcast to share how his journey evolved from pursuing an MBA to launching a career in cons... more

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Four years ago, Terren Wise joined the S2S Stories podcast shortly after being accepted to Brown University, sharing his excitement for the journey ahead. Now, as he prepares to graduate with an engineering degree, Terren returns to reflect on how th... more

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Is community college the right path for veterans pursuing a college degree? In this episode, admissions leaders from Vassar College and Princeton University discuss the realities of community college as a pathway to highly selective institutions, cha... more

In this episode, student veteran Kyle Keen shares his journey from military service to Stanford University and reflects on the challenges and opportunities that come with transitioning to college as a veteran. From navigating a new academic environme... more

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Terren Wise
Former Navy submariner; Brown University engineering graduate; mentor in Service to School network
Brown University; United States Navy
Episode: Four Years Later: Reflecting on Life after Admissions with Terren Wise
Colleen Mallet
Director of Veteran Student Outreach and Support at Vassar College
Vassar College
Episode: Debunking Community College Myths & Stigmas with Vassar & Princeton Admissions
Alex Bustin
Senior Associate Dean of Undergraduate Admissions and Director of Transfer and Military and Veteran Admissions
Princeton University
Episode: Debunking Community College Myths & Stigmas with Vassar & Princeton Admissions
Kyle Keen
Current student veteran at Stanford University and student veteran president
Stanford University, Office of Military Affiliated Communities
Episode: Building Community at Stanford: A Student Veteran's Journey with Kyle Keen
Haley Champion
Princeton University junior, History; Navy veteran
Princeton University
Episode: Breaking Barriers: Women Veterans Redefining Higher Ed with Haley Champion & Susan McLernon
Susan McLernon
Princeton University junior, History; Army veteran
Princeton University
Episode: Breaking Barriers: Women Veterans Redefining Higher Ed with Haley Champion & Susan McLernon
Mike Brown
Army veteran and director of the Office of Veterans and Military Service Members at Villanova University
Villanova University
Episode: Internships: The Bridge Between College & Careers for Veterans with Mike Brown
Chris Gregory
Air Force veteran, linguist, student applicant
Episode: Starting Over Strong: A Student Veteran's Path to Top Universities with Chris Gregory
Marina Varela
Manager of the Student Veterans Resource Center at Diablo Valley College
Diablo Valley College
Episode: Building Academic Momentum for Student Veterans at Community College with Marina at Diablo Valley

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Alec Emmert
CEO at Service to School.
Sydney Matthes
Chief Programs Officer at Service to School

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What Makes a Competitive Veteran Applicant
Q: How should veterans leverage time in service in their applications?
Use the VetLink Addendum to translate service experiences into actionable soft skills and leadership traits, and frame them around readiness and fit for college coursework and campus community life.
What Makes a Competitive Veteran Applicant
Q: What changes have you seen in applicants recently, especially regarding preparation for highly selective schools?
Applicants are coming in more prepared and willing to do the legwork, with openness to starting at community college and doing targeted coursework to build a competitive profile for transfer to elite institutions.
Bridging the Gap from Military to Academia with Scott Smitson
Q: How did you see the Chamberlain mission playing out during your fellowship, and what opportunities did the program provide that helped your transition succeed?
He explains Amherst College fellowship, the value of being placed in liberal arts environments, and how Chamberlain supports fellows with placement, mentorship, and networking, including connections with prior fellows to understand transitions from various locations and life contexts.
Bridging the Gap from Military to Academia with Scott Smitson
Q: So Scott, welcome to the show. For those that may not know you, can you share a little bit about your military background and what motivated you to explore academia as your next chapter?
Scott describes over two decades in the US Army, starting in air defense artillery and transitioning to strategy and war planning. He explains how academia aligned with his interests in international affairs and policy, and notes that teaching during military tours (West Point, Georgetown, University of Miami) helped him see higher education as a natural next step and a way to bridge theory and practice.
Empowering Female Veterans in Higher Education with Kloey Albertson
Q: What advice would you give to female service members considering higher education?
Don't self-select out of applying; it's possible even if you come from a small town or different background. Build a network, reach out to current students and ambassadors, and pursue opportunities with initiative—use the resources available through Service to School and your campus.

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Exploring the intersection of higher education and military service, this podcast provides insightful narratives and advice tailored for veterans and transitioning service members. Episodes cover a range of topics, including application processes, overcoming challenges like imposter syndrome, and the experiences of veterans at prestigious universities. Listeners can expect stories of personal growth and resilience as guests share their journeys from military life to academia, emphasizing the supportive networks and resources available. A unique aspect of the content focuses on the specific hurdles faced by veterans in higher education, making it a valuable resource for both veterans and those involved in educational support systems.

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1. Terren Wise
2. Colleen Mallet
3. Alex Bustin
4. Kyle Keen
5. Haley Champion
6. Susan McLernon
7. Mike Brown
8. Chris Gregory

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