Transitioning from battlefield to classroom...

We are thankful for veterans and their service.  

Our veterans experienced many challenges during their military service. The pursuit of higher education can also be challenging.  Factors such as feelings of alienation, nonsupport, test anxiety, attention difficulties, and learning disorders often contribute to these challenges.  Veteran support, skills training, and academic advocacy can help with the challenges of success in the classroom.

Common Barriers to College Adjustment

All students experience common barriers to college success.  Veterans may experience the same barriers that all students face, as well as some additional difficulties.

Common challenges include:

• Difficulties adjusting to the return to civilian and college lifestyle
• Mood Swings
• Attention and Concentration Problems
• Test Anxiety
• Math Difficulties
• Reading Difficulties
• Substance Dependence
• Post-Traumatic Stress

How We Can Help

Psychology Service offers support groups and academic evaluations for veterans experiencing difficulty with the college setting.

Weekly support groups and academic testing are available on-campus for veterans.  Peer support groups allow student veterans to discuss conflicts, hardships, and emotional stress in adjusting to college life. 

For more information about support groups and/or academic evaluations, please contact:

Brian V. Shenal, Ph.D.
Linda R. Feldthausen, Ph.D.
Staff Psychologists
Toll Free: 800-324-8387, ext. 6020
Local: 352-376-1611, ext. 6020

Additional information about services and benefits available to returning combat veterans is located on our OEF/OIF page.  You can also contact our OEF/OIF staff from that page.