Christopher Elder is the cofounder and editor of Mil2Vet, a veteran-led media platform focused on sharing stories, resources, and conversations that support service members transitioning to civilian life. A retired U.S. Navy veteran with over 20 years in naval aviation, he hosts the Mil2Vet podcast and produces veteran-focused journalism and media that help connect the veteran community.
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HeroBox: Sending a Piece of Home to Deployed Service Members
Transitioning out of the military is a major life event, but while service members are still deployed overseas, programs that support morale remain just as important. One of those programs is HeroBox, a nonprofit organization that sends care packages to deployed troops around the world. For service members on long deployments, mail call can be…
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MIL2VET Memorial Day Special | Remembering the Fallen at Everett Community College
MIL2VET Memorial Day Special | Remembering the Fallen at Everett Community College follows the flow of Everett Community College’s Memorial Day event hosted by the Veteran Resource Center, bringing together veterans, students, Gold Star family members, and community leaders to honor those who gave their lives in service to this nation. The event was organized…
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New Military Transition Timeline: Bridging the Gap
Bridging the Gap Each year more than 200,000 service members transition out of the U.S. military, beginning the journey from military service to civilian life. While many leave with leadership experience, technical skills, and a strong sense of purpose, the transition itself can be complicated. Veterans must navigate employment, education benefits, healthcare enrollment, housing, and…