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VET S.O.S. Presents The Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight with Shawn Welsh and Dr. Hira Paulin
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Veteran Support at University of St. Thomas: Hidden Gem
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In this episode of the VET S.O.S. Veteran Educational Resources Spotlight, we’re proud to feature Dr. Trisha Nicole Ruiz, U.S. Army veteran and the founding Senior Director of Veteran Services at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas.
Dr. Ruiz shares her powerful story of transition from military to college life, including the challenges of navigating a major Texas university with a young child and no roadmap. That experience inspired her to build what she calls “the kind of support system I wish I had”—a robust, veteran-first program now helping students thrive at every stage of their academic journey.
Listeners will get an inside look at how the University of St. Thomas is setting a new national standard for veteran support in higher education. From veteran-specific orientation programs and personalized success coaching to a stand-alone Veteran Success Center with tech labs, nap rooms, and real-time GI Bill assistance—this is higher ed reimagined for the military-connected community.
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