Terry Howell

Terry Howell is the Sr. Director for Alliances and Operations for Military.com. Terry joined the Military.com team in 2003 after 20 years of service in the U.S. Coast Guard. In addition to his editorial responsibilities, Terry has worked with the DoD and VA to create online transition assistance tools including a military skills translator, transition support app, and other resources. Terry is also the author of The Military Advantage, an annually updated guide to help servicemembers, veterans and their families take full advantage of their benefits. The Military Advantage is published by the US Naval Institute Press.

Email: terry.howell@monster.com

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Removing the Road Blocks to Success

Have you been thinking about getting your degree but just haven't gotten around to it yet? Why not?

A Transition Assistance Program class is conducted at the Military and Family Support Center, Joint Base Andrews, Md.

How to Find a Career After Military Service

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Veterans Can Look Beyond the GI Bill

The GI Bill expires 15 years after discharge. However, the GI Bill is not the only veteran education benefit.

Test Soldiers Injured in Fort Bragg Training Accident Test

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Vets Share Advice on Grad-School

The thought of going to grad school can be daunting for veterans as they face the challenges of reentering the civilian world

States Rush to Attract Veteran Students

In an effort to help student veterans reach their education goals, many states recently started offering added incentives for...

2012 Pay Raise Faces Delays - UPDATE

Due to a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act of 2012, the 2012 military pay raise, special pay extensions...

VRAP GI Bill Factsheet

The Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP)gave up to 12 months of Montgomery GI Bill benefits to older unemployed...

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