The Student Veterans of the University of New Mexico, in coordination
with the State of New Mexico Department, will host the “Veterans’ Benefits Summit” on Wednesday, Sept. 2 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the UNM Sub Ballroom. The “Veterans’ Benefit Summit” is free and open to veterans and other interested parties.
Representatives from various agencies will be at the event to discuss the full range of benefits available to veterans and help them with any problems they are running into when trying to obtain those benefits.
The summit will feature in-depth discussion about the G.I. Education Bill--especially the new Post-9/11 G.I. Bill which became available on Aug. 1. The Post-9/11 G.I. Bill pays for four full years at any state university or college.
It also offers a housing stipend, up to $1,000 for books or supplies, can
be used up to 15 years from the end of service, and may be transferable
to a spouse or children. Other presentations will be given about other federal
and state benefits available to veterans and their families.