Resources

This section of our website provides veterans with information not only about how to participate with the Veterans' Upward Bound program, but also helpful tips and strategies about a variety of matters related to college preparation, benefits, and other topics.

Veteran Assistance

Mental Health Resources (Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency)
No matter what you are going through, there are resources to help. If you or someone you know needs help, the resources are available to veterans, their families and friends.

Mental Health Support
This video contains helpful information related to mental health support related to post traumatic stress disorder, depression and traumatic brain injuries.

Michigan Veterans Resource Service Center
Helps veterans and their families access discharge documents, get connected to Veteran Service Officers and find services to assist in their needs.

No Veteran Left Behind
A non-profit organization designed to help United States Military Veterans assimilate back into civilian society.

US Dept. of Veteran Affairs
A department of the federal government charged with providing lifelong healthcare services to eligible military Veterans at the 170 VA medical centers and outpatient clinics located throughout the country.

Career Assistance

Detroit at Work
Provides information on in-demand career pathways and training programs that are aligned to jobs in growing career sectors.

How to Write a Cover Letter
A detailed guide breaking down the steps to writing a cover letter.

Military-to-Civilian Cover Letter Examples
A guide on writing specifically a military-to-civilian cover letter.

Tips for Job Seekers
Learn how to clearly communicate your background, training, experience and level of responsibility to a potential employer.

Veterans' Employment Services
Provides one-on-one career services designed to reduce or eliminate barriers into the workforce.

College Assistance

Avoiding Student Aid Scams
Tips on how to avoid financial aid fraud on your way to college.

Financial literacy tips for college
A short video about the financial aid process detailing what you need to know about completing the FAFSA (free application for federal student aid).

How to Zoom
In this video, you will find a tutorial focused on how to use zoom.