Dolce CAVS Newsletter
11/2/23
Monday, November 6, 5:30 - 7:00PM
According to the VA, 62% of student veterans identify as a first generation college student. Whether you're one of them or you just want to help celebrate your fellow veterans and servicemembers who are, we invite you to join us for a casual social during First Gen Week at Northeastern. This event is co-sponsored by Dolce CAVS, the Latinx Cultural Center, and the Center for Intercultural Engagement. FREE food and drinks will be served. Please register HERE.
NU VETERANS DAY CEREMONY
Friday, November 10th, 2PM
Join us at the Neal Finnegan Plaza at Northeastern, or watch on Facebook live, as we celebrate the veterans in our community at the annual Veterans Day Ceremony. This year's keynote will be delivered by Major Jon Santiago, the inaugural Secretary of Massachusetts' Executive Office of Veterans Services. We'll also present the 2023 Joseph Hefflon Yellow Ribbon Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Northeastern veteran community. This year's recipient is USMC veteran and CEO of the Veterans Yoga Project, Brianna Renner.
Put your best foot forward at the G.I. Jobs Virtual Job Fair by attending the Get Hired Workshop on Thu. Nov 9, 2023, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET. Here you’ll get insider knowledge from experts specifically for veterans with information such as: Resume insights for veterans; What recruiters look for when searching for qualified talent; Explaining the value of your military experience during an interview; Questions you should/shouldn't ask during an interview; and more!
Saturday, November 11, 12:30-2:00PM (Boston)
BOUVÉ COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES IS PARTNERING WITH ALUMNI DURING BACK TO BOUVÉ: A Reunion For All and Northeastern University's Dolce Center will host a panel discussion on enhancing veterans' health. Experts will discuss physical and mental health, rehabilitation, and community support. Register for this event on Veterans Day to engage with the experts and participate in the Q&A session. This event is open to all, and free lunch will be provided to registrants.
November Career Workshops
Join us in Boston or virtually on November 9th for the next career workshops offered in partnership with the Department of Labor. Click HERE and find the date/time/location of the workshop you wish to attend.
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Marketing Yourself: This workshop provides proven tactics to help job seekers get noticed and hired. 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Federal Hiring: This workshop covers the basics of federal hiring, civil service, www.USAJobs.gov, special hiring authorities, and other resources for a federal job search.
November is National Veteran and Military Families Month! Check out the more than 400 FREE events nationwide, including meals, ceremonies, parades and concerts celebrating Veterans and their families. The list is organized by state and will continue to be updated as they learn of more events.
Free coffee, meals, car washes, haircuts and tons of discounts for Veterans. This Veterans Day discounts list will be updated as they learn of them! These Veterans Day and year-round discounts, free meals and other programs are being shared so that Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors are aware of all resources available to them. Offers are subject to change and may not be available in all locations. Verify with the organization offering.
Registration Deadline is November 8th
In honor of Veterans Day 2023, Warrior Writers is excited to welcome back their community to the wonderful city of Philadelphia! They are hosting a wellness and creativity gathering in Philadelphia over the weekend of November 11th and 12th, and invite veterans from across the country to participate in activities such as writing, meditation, yoga, and more, as well as special opportunities to attend cultural events and institutions across the city of Philadelphia. The weekend will also include a powerful public performance featuring veteran poets sharing their voices and stories. Please register on this form if you would like to attend this retreat! Accommodations provided for out of town guests.
One Session Remaining! Wed, Nov 15, 5:30 - 7:30PM (Boston)
Boston's famed Improv Asylum is teaching this FREE series of four workshops that focus on team building, thinking quickly, building on the ideas of others, and being creative with your colleagues. These workshops help to exercise your brain muscle in ways that will make you a more competent and competitive job seeker, employee, or team member. Couldn't make it to the first three? No worries. There is one left! Join us on Wednesday, November 15th. Register HERE.
The VGA is dedicated to enriching the lives of Veterans and their family members through the camaraderie and sportsmanship of golf. Annually, the VGA hosts more than 450 local tournaments across the country, culminating in a VGA National Championship each fall. Through local league play, regional tournaments, and national qualifiers, the VGA helps reinforce values like integrity, respect, and perseverance through the game of golf. Additionally, the VGA offers family-oriented activities that help Veterans and their family members increase the amount of quality. Find events in YOUR AREA.
The George W. Bush Institute's Stand-To Veterans Leadership Program focuses on service members, veterans, military spouses, and civilians working to improve outcomes for veterans and military families through professional and/or community engagement. The Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program is a five-month program beginning in June and concluding in October. Each module is two – four days per month. Four of the modules take place in Dallas, with the remaining module in an additional city to be announced at a later date. The Bush Institute is committed to ensuring that leaders from across the country can participate in this program at no cost. Tuition, housing, meals, and travel during the modules are fully funded by generous contributions from program partners and funders. The deadline to apply is January 5th. To learn more, visit their website.
FUNL Network
Northeastern has a variety of resources available across the global network for students who identify as First-Gen, Undocumented, and/or Low-Income. The Center for Intercultural Engagement has created a FUNL Canvas course to help learners find these resources when needed. Enroll HERE for the FUNL Canvas course.
We’re accepting nominations for a Northeastern University Student Veteran of the Year. Anyone who has raised their right hand and volunteered to serve is an exceptional individual. Still, some continue to go above and beyond in other aspects of life. They work to improve the lives of others, to serve their communities, and to strengthen the institutions around them. Know a fellow NU student vet that fits that description? Is it you? Respond to the survey with their name and the reasons why you think they should be recognized.
Now Accepting Mentors & Mentees!
Join the Dolce CAVS Mentor Program!
Who can join: NU student veterans, servicemembers, and military connected spouses.
Who can serve as a mentor: Working professionals with at least 1 year of experience in their field. No military affiliation, prior service, or Northeastern affiliation is required.
How to sign up: Sign into your NUsource account. Don't have one yet? Create one for free HERE. Once your account is active, click on the PROGRAMS tab, locate the Dolce CAVS Mentor Program, and click JOIN.
The New England Warrior Health and Fitness (WHF) Program combines the expertise and excellence of the Massachusetts General Hospital Sports Medicine Department, Boston Red Sox, Red Sox Foundation and Home Base. The program is dedicated to helping Veterans, Service Members, and their Families achieve their health and wellness goals through evidence-based exercise prescriptions, nutrition guidance, mindset coaching and social connections. For more information, visit the website or speak with one of the veterans/personal trainers who run the program.
Ryan Vanderweit - RVANDERWEIT@mgh.harvard.edu
Tori Wilson - VKWILSON@partners.org
Job Listings @ Military-Friendly Employers
Interested in a position at one of these companies?
After you submit an application, feel free to let us know.
We're always happy to make an introduction!
Merck - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Accenture - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
MITRE - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Northeastern University - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Citizens Bank - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Comcast NBCUniversal - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
USO - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Forrester - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
KPMG - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Liberty Mutual Insurance - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Draper - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Northrop Grumman - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Wolf & Co. - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
Raytheon - Veterans Transition & Development Program (Multiple Locations)
Turner Construction - Various Positions (Multiple Locations)
VA Benefits & Student Account Reminders
Planning to start OR continue using VA benefits next semester? Don't forget to complete your Request for VA Benefit Certification in the Student Hub Portal (me.northeastern.edu).
We recommend completing benefits certification within one day of signing up for classes to promote timely processing.
For any questions about your VA benefits, your bill, or your recurring certification, please contact the support team at CAVS!
Email: NUVets@northeastern.edu
Phone: 617-373-2392
Dolce Center for the Advancement of Veterans and Servicemembers (CAVS)
- VA Benefits Counseling
- Financial Aid Confirmation
- Career Counseling
- Networking Events
- Employer Connections
- Work/Life Skills Assessment & Training
- FREE TEA AND STARBUCKS BRAND COFFEE
Email: nuvets@northeastern.edu
Website: https://military.northeastern.edu/
Location: 271 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, USA
Phone: 617-373-2392
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NUveterans