In this episode of Service to School Stories, S2S Director of VetLink, Whitney, chats with Kloey Albertson, a veteran and current student veteran at Brown University. Kloey shares her journey from military service to higher education, discussing the challenges she faced during the college admissions process, the importance of community support for female veterans, and her experiences at Brown. She emphasizes the need for female-focused support systems and encourages other veterans to pursue their educational goals without self-doubt. Kloey's story highlights the resilience and leadership skills developed in the military that translate into success in academia.
00:00 — Introduction to Kloey's Journey
01:04 — Kloey's Military Background and Transition to Education
03:17 — Navigating the College Admissions Process
07:47 — Supporting Female Veterans in Higher Education
11:29 — Building Community at Brown University
15:27 — Creating Female-Focused Support Systems
18:24 — Choosing Brown University
21:32 — Career Support and Networking Opportunities
25:27 — Advice for Female Veterans Considering Higher Education
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