Notice to all Active Duty Navy Sailors

Effective immediately, all active duty sailors are eligible for 100 percent of tuition assistance up to $250 per semester hour (SH) and up to 16 SH per fiscal year (increase from the historical limit of 12 SH). Sailors desiring to take more than 16 SH per fiscal year must submit a Waiver request. Each waiver package will be objectively considered by a review board and evaluated on its own merits. However, in no case will waivers be approved for more than the office of the Secretary of Defense limit of $4500 per fiscal year at the $250 semester hour cap. If you need additional information visit: https:www.navycollege.navy.mil.

Name: Ashley Vandiver, DeVry Military Advisor

Branch of Service: n/a

Although Ashley has not served in the Armed Forces herself,many of Ashley's immediate family members including uncles, cousins and grandfathers have served their country with honor and dignity. As mentioned, both of Ashley's grandfathers served in the military. One served in the U.S. Navy as a medic during the Korean War and the other enlisted as an Army Sergeant during WWII who incidentally, was one of the first soldiers to cross over the wall at the Dachau, Germany concentration camp located just outside of Munich.

Time: n/a

Military Job Description: n/a

Permanent Duty Stations: n/a

Education Background: Grad in Business Marketing from North Central College in Naperville, IL.I also am licensed in real estate as well as insurance

Length at DeVry University: October 2005

Interests: Shopping, singing, sports related activities

Why DeVry University-Military?
I gain tremendous satisfaction knowing that I play a part in helping our military men and woman to educate themselves and prepare for their successful careers after the service.

Name: Cate Innocenzi, DeVry Military Advisor

Branch of Service: Active Duty Army

Time: 3 yrs

MOS: 05K10 - NON-MORSE INTERCEPT TELETPYE OPERATOR

Permanent Duty Stations: Pensacola, Florida and Augsburg, Germany

Education Background: AA - Phoenix College - working on my BSTM - 3/4 way through

Length at DeVry University: 1 year

Interests: Softball - biking - hiking - bowling - anything outdoors

Why DeVry University-Military?
I enjoy helping military students get started with their degrees or help them complete them. I have met a lot of great people through this job. It warms my heart when someone thanks me for being persistent and for believing in them. My reward for providing good customer service is the referrals I receive. When I receive a referral because someone is confident that I can help a friend or family member, it is a great feeling especially if I did not ask for referrals. The students are the reason why I come to work every day.

Name: Corey Robinson

Branch of Service: Mobilized National Guard

MOS: 19K- Armor Crewmen

Program of Study: BSTM

Program Year: Started August 2005/ Currently Senior

Why DeVry University?
Corey is no stranger to education, having already completed an AA degree in Business Management and Human Resources. He chose DeVry University because of cost and amount of credits DeVry awarded him towards the completion of his BSTM program. Cory likes his instructors and feels they are very knowledgeable in the various fields they teach. Corey went on to say, "the BSTM program once completed will prepare me for a management position in the areas of business." When asked about DeVry's online program Corey stated that, "he likes the online program for the convenience and flexibility it offers him and his busy life." A round of applause should be given to Corey, because he will be graduating in January and looks forward to the opportunities his BSTM degree will bring him.

You and your time...
We know that being a military member and attending school can severely tax what little free time you have. So, we wanted to take this opportunity and offer some advice on making the best use of your school time.

Develop blocks of study time
How about 50 minutes a day? 50 minutes a day gives you adequate time to post quality responses in class and catch up on any reading that is required.

Take breaks during your study time
If you become increasingly restless when you study, take more frequent breaks. Remember... the more difficult the material the more frequent your breaks should be.

Prioritize your assignments
When studying, get in the habit of beginning with the most difficult subject or task.

Schedule
You should schedule additional time for critical course events like papers, presentations, tests, etc.

You should also use time management aids such as:
Writing a "To Do" list - helps you manage your time on a day-to-day basis.

Long term management aids include:
Daily/weekly planner - allows you to write down appointments, classes, and meetings in a chronological log book or chart. If you are a high tech soldier and have a PDA or Pocket PC...Use it! It will help you manage your school schedule much easier.

"What Does Freedom Mean to You"

In the spirit of Independence Day & Memorial Day, DeVry University- Military will be conducting an essay contest about what freedom means to you. Whether you are an Active Duty soldier, retired or simply work with military personnel...everyone has their own thoughts and feelings about what freedom means to them. The winner will receive a $50.00 gift certificate to use as you will.

Essay Title/Subject: What does freedom mean to you?

Guidelines: Your essay should be typed on Microsoft Word, double-spaced and consist of no more than 500 words. References must be cited and will be checked. Those caught plagiarizing will be automatically disqualified. A list of winners and honorable mentions will be notified and posted on the DeVry University-Military website on October 13 th 2006.

Eligibility: Enrolled Armed Forces military eligible students, military department personnel and field representatives.

Deadline: Deadline for entries will be September 29th @ 1800 hrs PDT. Please send all essays as a Word attachment to Senglish@phx.devry.edu.

Trivia Answers: 1. Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard 2. Army