UCCS McCord-Herbst Student Veteran Center

If you can't tell, our office loves to dress up for any occasion.

Yesterday, was a staff appreciation lunch with a theme of "Colorado" in honor of the states 150th birthday. Please meet the Bigfoot Research Team and Bigfoot himself.

🎉 Let us know if you saw Bigfoot on campus yesterday!

Shout out Time 🎉🎉

Congratulations to our Director, Crista Hill, on her 10 years award at UCCS and to our Assistant Director, Jeff Deickman, on his 5 years at UCCS! We appreciate all the hard work that they do for our students and office.

🎪 Step right up for a FREE day of family fun! 🎉

In partnership with RTX, this free event is open to everyone. Join us at the Cohen Clinic at Red Rock in Colorado Springs for our FREE Community Carnival—a day filled with laughter, connection, and unforgettable memories for the whole family.

Enjoy games, activities, music, and more as we bring the community together in a fun and welcoming space for service members, veterans, and their loved ones. 💛

📍 1915 Aerotech Dr, Colorado Springs, CO
📅 June 27
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

We’re opening our doors to the entire community—so whether you’re part of a military family or simply part of this amazing community, you’re invited to join the fun!

Register Now: bit.ly/CohenClinicCarnival

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Free Whataburger?!

Today is the day! Come on down to University Hall,
Thursday, May 7 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 pm or until the food runs out.

Join us at the El Paso County Veterans Expo!

El Paso County announces the 2026 El Paso County Veterans Expo, a free, full-day event designed to connect Veterans and their families with the resources, information, and support they need to thrive. The Expo will take place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Colorado Springs.

Read more: https://www.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-announces-2026-veterans-expo/

We hope to see you there!

Join us for the Women Veterans Engage on May 30th with our fantastic Satellite Partners:

- Albany County Veterans Service Bureau
- Building People, Rebuilding Lives
- D&S Cuddling Critters
- Employment Transitional Services - ETS
- Fleet Reserve Association
- Foundation for Women Warriors
- Grace After Fire
- Military Women's Memorial
- Reveille & Retreat
- VFW Ft. Leavenworth
- WNYHeroes.org
- Women Veterans Giving
- Women Who Served: Colorado Veterans

Interested in becoming a Satellite location? Reach out to us! 💬

Did you know we offer free math tutoring for student veterans? Come by the Student Veteran Center and get some help before finals week!

April 27th - 9 am - 2 pm
April 29th - 9 am - 12 pm
April 30th - 1 pm - 3 pm
May 5th - 1 pm - 3 pm
May 6th - 9am - 5 pm

Can't make any of those times? Email [email protected] or [email protected] to set an appointment!

UCCS earns eleventh straight Military Friendly School designation!

UCCS earns eleventh straight Military Friendly School designation – UCCS News UCCS earns eleventh straight Military Friendly School designation March 30, 2026 University Communications Continued commitment to the success of military-affiliated students has led to the university’s eleventh consecutive Gold distinction in the annual Military Friendly Schools rankings. UCCS ...

UCCS has once again been selected as a top ten GI Jobs Military Friendly and Military Spouse Friendly School, coming in at #2 and #8, respectively. We are grateful for the recognition and excited to continue serving our military-affiliated students!

2025-2026 MFS | Military Friendly 2025-2026 Military Friendly Schools School Name State Category MFS MFS RANK MSFS MSFS RANK Year Mercer University GA Tier 2 research institution Top Ten 1 Yes 3 2025 Illinois State University IL Tier 2 research institution Top Ten 2 Yes 1 2025 Montana State University MT Tier 2 research institution....

UCCS Veteran and Military Affairs is searching for a Transition and Outreach Coordinator. This entry-level position will focus on assisting transitioning service members and retaining our military-affiliated students, requires 4 years of military service OR a bachelor's degree, and has no supervisory duties. UCCS has great benefits, including 12 credit hours of tuition waiver per academic year for you or your dependent. The priority date for this position is May 18, 2025.

Transition and Outreach Coordinator Click the link provided to see the complete job description.