News by subject: VET

The U.S. World War One Centennial Commission, with support from The Pritzker Military Museum and Library, and the Starr Foundation announced a comprehensive program for Armistice Day local commemorative events called "YourACE" which includes a smart...

Nuka Enterprises announced today that Dr. Suzanne A. Sisley has joined the leadership team as Medical Director for New Jersey and will be supporting the company's expansion initiatives into New Jersey. The deal adds significant industry experience to...

Simplilearn, one of the world's leading certification providers, has partnered with EF Overwatch, the Premier Special Operations Forces and Combat Aviation Talent Acquisition Firm, to create an online transition certification series to prepare...

Warriors and their guests experienced the history of Harley-Davidson® and learned about the legendary motorcycle brand's backstory during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) event. "I'm an avid motorcycle rider and lover of...

Cetera Financial Group® ("Cetera"), a leading network of independent firms supporting the delivery of objective retail financial advice, today announced the successful conclusion of its Connect18 national conference, the first-ever gathering of...

His Royal Highness the Duke of Sussex was named the recipient of the 2018 Founders Award during The Royal Canadian Legion's Dominion Convention in Ottawa. Every two years since 2012, the Legion's Founders Award is...

Joel Mutschler, director, Programs, Initiatives, Reintegration, and Outreach with the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), attended an event to personally thank Veterans' Trust Fund grant recipients for their work in support of the...

New ideas and new resolutions mark the outcome of the 2018 Royal Canadian Legion's 47th Dominion Convention wrapping up in Winnipeg, Manitoba this week. "I am pleased with the level of discussion we've had on issues...

Veteran Tickets Foundation (Vet Tix), a national nonprofit that has provided free event tickets to veterans of all eras, currently serving military and their families since 2008, is now launching 1st Tix, seeking to provide the same service to the...

WHAT The USO is bringing its iconic entertainment tours to the worldwide stage for a one-night-only event. From The Anthem concert stage in Washington, The World's Biggest USO Tour will livestream performances by Florida Georgia Line,...

The National Veterans Business Development Council (NVBDC) recently opened their 2018 National Survey of Veteran Owned Businesses. The survey was created to identify the landscape of the more than 2.5 million Service Disabled and Veteran Owned...

The American Osteopathic Association has partnered with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC) Tips From Former Smokers® campaign to address high smoking rates among service members, who smoke at a rate 60% above the general...

Warriors powered through a 20-mile ruck march and motivated each other during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) gathering for suicide prevention awareness. The group took on the challenging route from Glencoe to...

The Library of Congress Veterans History Project (VHP) has issued new 60 second TV broadcast Public Service Announcements (PSAs) in English and in Spanish that urge the public to record their memories of their deceased veteran and to submit photos,...

Starting today, over 500 clinicians from across the country ? physicians, nurses, physical therapists, psychologists and more ? are gathering at the Healthcare Summit + Expo, the largest of its kind, to improve the care of people with paralysis....

Getting Hired, an Allegis Group Company, today announced the availability of the Google Cloud Talent Solution feature on its career site that allows U.S. military service members and veterans to enter their military occupational specialty code (MOS,...

Earlier this year, CareerBuilder announced that it was collaborating with Google Cloud to transform the industry standard for job search. All of the job search on careerbuilder.com and its 4,000 talent networks is powered by Google's cloud-based...

Tom Irvine was acclaimed as The Royal Canadian Legion's new Dominion President at the organization's 47th Dominion Convention held this year in Winnipeg, Manitoba. "I am looking forward to working with my comrades across...

Injured veterans learned the fundamentals of making elegant and delicious brunch items with the help of a chef during a hands-on cooking class with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "I work in the hotel industry and wanted...

Unisys Corporation today announced it will partner with Invictus Games Sydney 2018 presented by Jaguar Land Rover as Official Information Technology and Cybersecurity Supporter of the event and the 2018 Australian Invictus Games Team. The Invictus...

To support the veterans of Adams County who have served honorably, a donation by a generous anonymous donor has allowed LibertyID to provide one year of identity theft restoration services to all military veterans in Adams County, Wisconsin, at no...

Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) today issued the following statement from its National President David Zurfluh, regarding the passing of Senator John McCain:   "Paralyzed Veterans of America is deeply saddened by the...

Injured veterans gathered for a special night of merriment during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) father-daughter dance. They swayed their way across the dance floor while socializing with other veterans, which aids warrior recovery, both...

WHAT: Members of the Royal Canadian Legion will gather to elect new national officers to two-year terms and to develop and vote on resolutions focused on advocating for Veterans. Topics will include items such as providing free pension...

Injured veterans and their families recently put the pedal to the metal during a go-karting and bumper car adventure with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP). "As a disabled veteran, I know my family sacrifices a lot on...

Located in the heart in one of the country's largest military communities, Atlantic Shores Retirement Community continues its connection and involvement with organizations and causes tied to active and retired military. Recently celebrating its own...

U.S. Veterans Magazine has named Combined Insurance, a leading provider of individual supplemental accident, disability, health and life insurance products and a Chubb company, a veteran-friendly company for the fourth consecutive year.  ...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will present the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to 18 recipients from across Alberta for their service and care to Canadian Veterans...

The RumChata Freedom Bottle had a new look for 2018. This year marks the 5th anniversary of the partnership between RumChata and Lone Survivor Foundation (LSF). To celebrate, each Freedom Bottle featured a label featuring the Lone Survivor Foundation...

Injured veterans got their muscles moving during a low-impact group hike with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) at scenic Raven Rock State Park. Warriors followed the invigorating walk with an easy, cool-down stretch routine led by a certified yoga...

Injured veterans and their guests attended the SuperBull® Pro Bull Riding Series with Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP), where they met other warriors and enjoyed watching this action-packed sport. "My son absolutely loved...

North Carolina bikers and veteran supporters will be gathering on Saturday in Raleigh for Ride for Heroes, a fundraising event to support national nonprofit Hire Heroes USA's free employment services for area veterans. Hire Heroes USA, now in its...

On Thurs., Aug. 16th the Southern California Sportfishing community, in conjunction with Freedom Alliance, put its heart on display as it celebrated 27 combat wounded warriors during the Inaugural War Heroes on Water (WHOW) Veteran's Sportfishing...

Secretary Wilkie will address veteran-serving professionals to discuss how the VA is supporting national and local service providers in their mission to empower veterans -- America's Warrior Partnership today announced that U.S. Secretary of...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will present the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to 18 recipients from across Alberta for their service and care to Canadian Veterans...

In a check presentation made today at the Great American Truck Show in Dallas, national nonprofit Wreaths Across America (WAA) accepted a contribution of $50,000 from the National Association of Independent Truckers (NAIT) and NAIT's insurance...

Matt and Tracy Keil are not your typical veteran family. The parents of bubbly seven-year-old twins enjoy their life in a Denver suburb. Little Matt and Faith enjoy school and playing with foam dart guns. But the family has spent many days as strong...

Oceans Healthcare's mission to increase access to mental health services for America's older adults and seniors continues to receive recognition. The Plano, Texas-based behavioral health provider has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of...

The Honourable Seamus O'Regan, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will present the Minister of Veterans Affairs Commendation to 18 recipients from across Alberta for their service and care to Canadian Veterans...

Warriors met Cincinnati Bengals football players during a behind-the-scenes tour of their stadium during a recent Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) outing. "It's always good to hang out with other military guys because we...

Today, Stryker announced its activation at THE NORTHERN TRUST in Paramus, New Jersey, at The Ridgewood Country Club. At its seventh PGA TOUR tournament of 2018, Stryker is reinforcing its commitment to educating golf fans about joint health....

Eastern Kentucky University, which has a distinguished history as a military friendly school, is increasing the benefits it offers to veterans and families. Effective immediately, tuition will be substantially reduced for active duty service members....

Today, the American Federation of Government Employees announced its endorsement of Jared Golden of Maine for the U.S. House of Representatives for Maine's 2nd Congressional District. "As both a Marine veteran and...

Innospec Fuel Specialties raised $100,000 for the PenFed Foundation's Military Heroes Fund at its annual golf tournament. The Military Heroes Fund provides emergency financial assistance to veterans in need and to wounded, ill and injured service...

Richie Bello West Leadership and Management Institute announced its next Career Nights planned for Long Island and Phoenix in September. The institute will be offering a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of joining the automotive industry...

Cubic Corporation  today announced its designation as a Bronze Military Friendly® Employer awardee by VIQTORY, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational and...

Chicago Sky honored Colonel (IL) Jennifer N. Pritzker, IL ARNG (Retired), during the Military Moment of the Game on Sunday, August 19. In partnership with Robert Morris University, the Chicago Sky Military Moment of the Game recognizes local service...

On the evening of August 16, hundreds of executives, supporters, patriots and heroes assembled at Centennial Airport's XJET for the Navy SEAL Foundation's 2018 Denver Evening of Tribute. This annual event recognizes the courage, commitment and...

MyComputerCareer announced that they have been awarded designation as a Military Friendly® Employer. Institutions earning the Military Friendly® Employer designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary...

Warriors and their families worked on their fitness and connected with each other during a Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) hike in Red Rock Canyon. "I wanted to get outside, enjoy nature, and exercise with fellow vets,"...