Mission Statement
Empowering our veteran community through unwavering support, resources, and camaraderie. At the University of Missouri Veterans Center, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity, resilience, and academic excellence. Our mission is to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans by providing comprehensive services, advocacy, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Together, we strive to create a supportive environment where veterans can thrive academically, socially, and personally as they pursue their educational and career aspirations.
The MU Student Veterans Resource & Support Center offers our Military-Connected Students a wealth of resources including:
- Dedicated Military-Connected Staff
- VA Education Benefit Advising
- Academic and student support services
- Missouri Student Veterans Association
- Tutor Resources
- Career Resources
- Tuition Assistance help
- Disability resources (both service and non-service connected)
- VA health care resources
- Mental health and counseling services resources
- A fully accessible student lounge exclusively for Military-Connected Students
- Movies
- Video Games
- Resource library
- Kitchenette with microwave
- CAC enabled computer stations
- Free coffee and snacks
- Community and comradery
- Dynamic Information Presentations from Veteran Service Organizations
- Assistance connecting with outside agencies
The MU Veterans Center is here to help meet needs and provide guidance and support to Veterans and Military Connected Students at Mizzou. Our Center is designated place on campus where you can find camaraderie and friendship along with resources and support. Our office is staffed by two full-time MU employees and VA work-study students who are all Military-Connected. We understand the trials and triumphs of military life and are here to provide you the specialized support you deserve.
Come see us to get assistance with your VA educational benefits or just relax and watch our large flat-screen TV. Coffee is always hot, and discussions are usually lively.
The center is housed at N-5 Memorial Student Union in the very heart of campus
Contact us to get started.