Veteran and Military-Connected Students

Naropa Welcomes Veterans

Naropa University is proud to support veterans and military-connected students with programs and initiatives designed to help them achieve their most fulfilling and successful Naropa experience. Naropa is fully approved by the Colorado Office of Veterans Education and Training (COVET) for Veterans Education Benefits, including Chapter 31 Veteran’s Readiness & Employment Programs.

Contact Information

Veteran and Military-Connected students may find out more about Naropa Veteran Support at any time. Please contact:

vabenefits@naropa.edu

Resources for Veterans

Naropa Veterans Benefits

Naropa University is approved by the Colorado Office of Veterans Education and Training (COVET) for Veterans Education Benefits. Veterans should request information on eligibility requirements and application procedures from the Financial Aid Office, their local Veterans’ Administration branch, or at www.gibill.va.gov.

For more information, please contact the School Certifying Official team at vabenefits@naropa.edu or 303-546-3509.

Community Resources

Art of War Project

http://www.artofwarproject.com/

Mountain Forum for Peace

http://www.mountainforumforpeace.org/

Boulder County Resource Book for Veterans

https://boulder.co.networkofcare.org/aging/services/category.aspx?cid=43568

College Scholarships & Resources for Military Veterans

https://www.edumed.org/financial-aid/student-veteran-scholarships-resources/

https://www.onlinemba.com/resources/financial-aid-and-military-veterans/

Resources for New College Students

https://universityhq.org/resources/

Ebenefits

https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/homepage

Vets.gov by the VA

https://www.vets.gov/

Dental Care

https://www.newmouth.com/oral-health/effects/military/

Make the Connection

http://maketheconnection.net/

Vets Prevail

https://www.vetsprevail.org/

Veteran’s Path

http://www.veteranspath.org/

TBI Toolkit

http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn19/tbi_toolkit/2b/

Health Care Resources for Veterans

https://www.sokolovelaw.com/about-us/healthcare-resources-for-veterans/

Veterans and Mesothelioma

https://www.mesothelioma.com/veterans/

Substance Abuse Resources for Veterans:

https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/resources/veterans/

Alcoholism in Veterans

https://alcoholaddictioncenter.org/resources/veterans

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Naropa Campuses Closed on Friday, March 15, 2024

Due to adverse weather conditions, all Naropa campuses will be closed Friday, March 15, 2024.  All classes that require a physical presence on campus will be canceled. All online and low-residency programs are to meet as scheduled.

Based on the current weather forecast, the Healing with the Ancestors Talk & Breeze of Simplicity program scheduled for Friday evening, Saturday, and Sunday will be held as planned.

Staff that do not work remotely or are scheduled to work on campus, can work remotely. Staff that routinely work remotely are expected to continue to do so.

As a reminder, notifications will be sent by e-mail and the LiveSafe app.  

Regardless of Naropa University’s decision, if you ever believe the weather conditions are unsafe, please contact your supervisor and professors.  Naropa University trusts you to make thoughtful and wise decisions based on the conditions and situation in which you find yourself in.

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