Veterans Resource Center

Veterans/Military Appreciation Week

November 5th - 10th

Saturday, November 5 : Join VC Veterans Resource Center Staff for VC Pirates Football game as they play against College of the Canyons at 6 p.m. FREE admission and food for Veterans and Military. The tailgate party starts at 4:30 p.m. and kick off time is 6 p.m. Special Guest, Purple Heart Recipient, Jason Lopez will be our Honorary Captain.
Monday, November 7 : Breakfast in the VRC from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Bagels, Donuts, Coffee and Juice
Tuesday, November 8 : Food Drive from from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free Groceries, lunch, and swag bag.
Wednesday, November 9 : Lunch at the VRC from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Jersey Mikes, Cornhole and a "Thank You for Service” gift bag.
Thursday, November 10 : Cake in the VRC at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the Marine Corps birthday and Veterans Day!

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Welcome Veterans &
Military Family Members!
Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fridays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

The VC Veterans Resource Center (VRC) offers personalized service to veterans, active duty members including National Guard/Reserves and dependents of veterans.

Call today for an appointment - 805.289.6060

We Can:

Answer your questions & help you navigate enrollment
Schedule academic counseling appointments
Connect you to GI Bill_® and CalVet educational funding
Help you get certified for benefits
Help you find free textbooks

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Important General Information

The campus closure and transition to distance learning will not affect your GI Bill_® or Basic Housing Allowance (BAH) due to recent changes in VA policy. Click here for details.

★ VRC Mission Statement ★

The Ventura College Veterans Resource Center (VRC) is committed to establishing a supportive environment and welcoming campus culture for all Active Duty, Veteran and eligible Dependents of Veterans. The VRC was founded on the premise that the challenges faced by veterans may be addressed through a combination of services emphasizing academics, camaraderie and overall wellness. VRC staff are here to help provide that support and to guide military students through the process of achieving their educational goals.

The VRC offers personalized services to veterans, active duty military and eligible dependents in a welcoming environment:

Application assistance for VC admission and course registration
Academic counseling for JST/transcript evaluation & to develop your SEP (Student Education Plan)
Access to V.A. & CalVet Educational Benefits
Tutors and study area
Computers, printers, and scanners
Lounge space, restrooms and kitchenette

VC serves a diverse student population and offers many academic programs so the VC website contains a LOT of information but it can be overwhelming.

VRC staff members are available to guide military-related students directly through the process of applying to VC, enrolling in classes, connecting to benefits and securing the resources they need to comfortably reach their educational goals.

Although the VRC is temporarily closed, we continue to maintain a welcoming voice over the phone and provide the hands-on support when you call or email us.

The VRC's only goal is to ensure the success of our veterans, their eligible dependents, active duty, National Guard and reserve students.

College is a challenge and students are busy and stressed. The VRC is a comfort zone for students. A place where they can call and speak with a live person for answers, direction and hands-on support.

We work with other VC departments to solve problems so our students can focus on being students. Being able to concentrate on school without distraction reduces stress and supports student success.

The VRC's only goal is to ensure the success of our veterans, their eligible dependents, active duty, National Guard and reserve students.

Whether an active duty member, a veteran or a dependent of a veteran, VC is a great value and investment in oneself. It’s a perfect pathway for members transitioning out of the military who seek opportunities for comradery with other student veterans, networking opportunities and to further develop their skills.

VC is a great place for military families because we can link dependents and children of veterans with CalVET educational funding.

Because all courses are currently being taught online, VC is available to active duty members around the world including Reservists and National Guard members.

I personally benefitted from VC and the services provided on campus. I am a Proud Pirate who earned an AA from VC then continued on to earn a BA at Mill's College and MPA at CSUEB. My career goal was to earn a good education and come back to help students achieve their educational goals.

Since accepting the position of Program Coordinator, I’ve strived to make the VRC welcoming and effective. Students who came into the VRC in Fall 2019 gave it high ratings and expressed gratitude that VC has a nice place for students to connect and receive services and support. Although the campus is currently closed, we continue to provide friendly, personalized service over the phone.

Veterans Resource Center

Veterans/Military Appreciation Week

November 5th - 10th

Welcome Veterans & Military Family Members!Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fridays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Call today for an appointment - 805.289.6060

Important General Information

★ VRC Mission Statement ★

Why should veterans & military students contact the Veteran’s Resource Center (VRC) first?

What impact does the VRC have on students’ success?

What does the opportunity for veterans to go to a community college mean to you?

What else should we know about the VRC?

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Welcome Veterans &
Military Family Members!
Hours: Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Fridays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.