Military Insider: Fall 2024 Delta Edition
Greetings
As we continue through the semester, we want to thank you again for your service and dedication. This newsletter brings you important updates, upcoming events, and resources from the Office of Military Affairs to support your success. We’re honored to walk alongside you in your academic journey and look forward to all you will accomplish! Stay tuned as we bring you the latest news, valuable information, and highlights from across the university and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Let’s make this a semester to remember!
Department Highlight: Center for Chaplaincy
At the Center for Chaplaincy, located in the Freedom Tower, we seek to advance the gospel through the lens of our vision statement “Training Chaplains to be Champions for Christ.” With a robust online program including a brand-new online Bachelor of Science in Chaplaincy, as well as our continued Master of Arts in Chaplaincy, Master of Divinity in Professional Chaplaincy, and the Doctor of Ministry in Chaplaincy, we seek to reach all corners of the world with the gospel. When you enroll in our courses, you will be taught by Christ-minded professors who look to come alongside you in every step of your ministry journey. We are committed to educating and equipping chaplain students to be sent by the local church to bear the presence and message of Christ everywhere.
Chaplain Educational Opportunities
Are you a graduate or doctoral student interested in Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE) Training? Liberty’s Center for Chaplaincy offers a CPE program accredited for all levels of ACPE (Association of Clinical Pastoral Education) intern training. Please click here for more information about this exciting training opportunity.
Upcoming Chaplain Intensives:
- CHPL 680 Military Chaplaincy, February 22nd-25th 2025
- CHPL 640 Chaplain Leadership for Religious Freedom, February 26th- March 1st 2025
Upcoming Events
Come join us here, on November 11th at 10:30 am on the steps of the School of Music, to celebrate and honor the lives of our U.S. Military Chaplains. You will hear from a special guest chaplain, followed by a Q&A with a panel of guest chaplains. Afterward, head across the hall to enjoy a tour of Liberty University’s Chaplain Museum. Come learn what it means to advance the gospel as a chaplain in a world that needs Jesus.
November 11 Event Details:
- Veterans Day Convocation: Honoring Chaplains Ceremony on the Academic Lawn.
Time: 10:30 a.m.
Location: The Academic Lawn (In front of the School of Music) - Two Chaplains Panels featuring 4 panelists.
Time: 11:15 a.m. and again at 2:00 p.m.
Location: Jerry Falwell Library Terrace Conference Room - Attend the open house of the Chaplains Museum and take a tour
Time: 11:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Jerry Falwell Library Terrace Level
Department of Veterans Affairs Updates
The VA has transitioned away from the WAVE enrollment verification system to the Verify Your Enrollment (VYE) system. Click here to learn more about this and how to verify your enrollment.
Starting in 2025, when you visit VA websites and apps you’ll have two secure sign-in account options through both Login.gov and ID.me. This is being done to simplify the sign in experience, and to help meet modern security standards to help prevent identity theft and medical identity theft. If you don’t already have an account, you’ll want to sign up now so you have some time to get used to it and prepare for the change. You’ll still have access to all of the same information from the VA, it’ll just be a new way to access their websites. Read more about this on the VA’s webpage.
Resource Spotlight
Military OneSource from the Department of Defense is a great way to find trusted information, resources and confidential help for all aspects of military life. The site has lots of different tools to help servicemembers and their families to thrive and stay healthy. Visit their site to take advantage of this great resource!
The Liberty Military Community in the News
- Bequest from late history professor and Army Veteran Dr. Mark Steinhoff creates opportunities for history to come to life at Liberty. Click here to read the full story.
- Doctoral education student teams with veteran organization PROSPER to promote conversations about suicide prevention in Wyoming. Click here to read the full story.
- Liberty ROTC cadets help display flags at annual Field of Honor. Click here to read the full story.
If you have a story to share, please reach out to us at militaryoutreach@liberty.edu We would love to hear from you
November is Military Appreciation Month
Military Appreciation Month raises awareness and appreciation for those who have served and are serving in the United States military. Our founder, the late Dr. Jerry Falwell, led Liberty University by example, demonstrating the consistency of Christianity, patriotism, and love of country. Military Appreciation Month seeks to carry on this legacy. Once a one-day event on campus, Military Appreciation Month has been expanded to a month-long celebration in order to give greater visibility, support, and recognition to our military and veterans. Events are planned throughout campus during this month to show appreciation for the men and women who have served and are serving this great nation.
Learn more about this year’s events, and join us in celebrating our military!
Stay Connected with the Liberty University Office of Military Affairs on Social Media
We invite all military students to stay connected and engaged with the latest information by following our official social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram. On our Facebook page, Liberty University Military Affairs, you can find the latest updates, event information, and important announcements tailored specifically for our military student body. By following us, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with fellow students, share your experiences, and stay informed about the many resources and support services available to you.
Our Instagram account, @libertyumil, offers a more visual and dynamic way to connect with us. Here, you’ll find inspiring stories, photos from recent events, and behind-the-scenes looks at the activities and initiatives that make our military community unique. We encourage you to follow us, like our posts, and engage with us by leaving comments and sharing your own experiences. Your participation helps build a strong, supportive network of military students who are navigating their academic journeys together. Join us today and become an active part of our social media community!
