Transitioning veterans and their families can receive free tuition In Wisconsin®
The Wisconsin GI Bill allows transitioning veterans, their spouses and children free tuition at many colleges and universities in the state. It’s one of the many ways Wisconsin is making the transition to civilian life easier for veterans and their families. Read More
Apprenticeships available in Wisconsin can help you start your career path
Through apprenticeships and on-the-job training, veterans in Wisconsin can utilize their GI Bill® benefits and start on the right track toward a flourishing career. Here’s a guide for you to start using those benefits now. Read More
Fall in Wisconsin provides fun, excitement for the entire family
Wisconsin is a great place for families looking for outdoor adventures, and that’s especially true during fall. While Wisconsin certainly offers summers full of trips to the beach, autumn is when Wisconsin adventures shift from lakes to leaves, with the state’s backdrop of trees creating
Wisconsin offers more veteran benefits than any other state
Wisconsin leads the nation in benefits offered to veterans and their families. These are a few of the top benefits our nation’s heroes and their families can take advantage of. Read More
Veterans community comes together at Wisconsin Conference on Veterans Issues
The support of peers and a larger community is critical to transitioning veterans. This support exists in Wisconsin and will be on full display when the WDVA hosts its annual Wisconsin Conference on Veterans Issues Sept. 24-25. Read More
Military appreciation made Wisconsin feel like home for military spouse
Wisconsin isn’t just a great place for soon-to-be veterans, but their entire family, and U.S. Air Force veteran Jen Cornelius offers a unique perspective on the benefits of moving to Wisconsin after military service. Read More
WDVA offers non-profit organizations grant money for providing entrepreneurship training, resources to veterans
The WDVA is accepting grant applications from registered 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) non-profit organizations that provide entrepreneurship training, or technical, business or other assistance to Veteran entrepreneurs to improve employment outcomes. Read More
Wisconsin launches talent attraction initiative aimed at transitioning service members
A delegation of Wisconsin representatives is getting directly in front of service members to show them the endless opportunities available In Wisconsin. Read More
New blog helps veterans navigate living in Wisconsin
In support of transitioning Veterans, we have created this blog — Veterans Forward — here on InWisconsin.com. Our goal is to provide regular information on the countless resources and programs available in the state to help you and your family achieve your definition of success, while also celebrating the many economic, cultural and recreational attributes of Wisconsin that create an exceptional quality of life for its citizens. Read More
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