About this episode

This episode discusses how the Warrior-Scholar Project assists veterans in transitioning to higher education.

Transitioning from military service to college can be one of a veteran’s toughest missions. This week, Navy veteran and Veterans Radio board member Dr. Eric Fretz speaks with Ryan Pavel, CEO of Warrior-Scholar Project, about how the organization is helping enlisted veterans and transitioning service members build the confidence, academic skills, and support network needed to succeed in higher education—and beyond. IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL DISCOVER ✓ Why the transition from military service to college can be more challenging than many veterans expect ✓ How Warrior-Scholar Project prepares veterans for success in higher education through immersive academic programs ✓ The skills, mindset, and confidence veterans need to thrive on campus and in civilian careers ✓ How education can become the next mission after military service Dr. Eric Fretz Navy Veteran - VRA Board Member U.S. Navy veteran, Veterans Radio board member, and Teaching Professor at the University of Michigan. Dr. Fretz has spent his career helping students develop the critical thinking, leadership, and communication skills needed for success in higher education. Combining his experience as both an educator and military…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Eric Fretz

Guest: Ryan Pavel

Topics covered

• veteran transition
• higher education
• academic skills
• support networks
• confidence building
• military service

Keywords

• veterans
• education
• transition
• Warrior-Scholar Project
• academic success
• military service
• support network

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Warrior-Scholar Project, Veterans Radio, University of Michigan

Places: U.S., Marine Corps, Navy

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