Excelsior Life

, director of the Lt. Col. Bryant A Murray Veterans Center, discusses the results of the Excelsior College “Patriot Poll”, a nationwide survey of active duty military and veterans, on their use of social media and technology, education and veterans benefits, as well as the types of services they expect from institutions of higher education.  0:49 What is the Patriot Poll? 2:02 Military and veteran use of social media. 3:35 Creating engagement among military and veterans populations on social media. 4:58 Education and employment results. 7:07 Military and veteran fears over the cost of a college education. 10:50 More servicemembers are transferring benefits to their dependents. 11:40 What services do military and veterans expect from colleges? 16:25 Job placement support. 18:15 “How do I pay for my school?” 19:21 The role of veteran partners. 20:48 Do veterans want colleges to provide mentors?   Show Notes (Military Times) (Excelsior Life) (Excelsior Life: Distance EDU on Demand)