March 14, 2008

April 3 event helps veterans and their families achieve their educational goals

(Columbia, MD) – Howard Community College (HCC) is hosting an April 3, 2008 Veterans Information Session beginning at 7 p.m. to specifically address the educational needs and concerns of U.S. armed forces veterans and their families.  The event is a free, no-obligation opportunity to learn about and access the college’s wide range of programs, services and resources to meet the needs of veterans, active-duty military personnel, reservists and guardsmen.  The session will be held on HCC’s campus at 10901 Little Patuxent Parkway, Columbia, Maryland 21044 in the Transfer Center (RCF-242) of Rouse Company Foundation Student Services Hall.  Light food and refreshments will be provided as well as free parking.

To reserve a space or for more information, call 410-772-4856 - option 3, email adm-adv@howardcc.edu or visit the website at www.howardcc.edu/military.

HCC’s information session gives veterans and their families an opportunity to

• Discover HCC’s military-friendly programs and services
• Explore options to afford college
• Check out how prior experience and credits apply
• Learn about collaborations with Excelsior College and other institutions to earn a bachelor’s degree
• Meet current student veterans, faculty and staff
• Tour the campus and athletic facilities