Veterans Services Orientation
Veterans Services Orientation is designed to help military-connected students successfully transition into life at The Beach. At orientation, you’ll receive an introduction to campus resources, learn how to use your education benefits, meet the Veterans Services team and build community with fellow students.
The Veterans Services Orientation will cover the services available to you and answer questions about using your G.I. Bill® and Veteran Readiness and Employment benefits at CSULB.
All regular orientations have concluded.
If you were unable to attend one of our scheduled orientations over the winter, makeups will be held virtually via Zoom in February.
Veterans Services Makeup Orientation Dates for Spring 2025
Date | Time | Registration Link |
Wednesday, February 5 | 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM | |
Thursday, February 6 | 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM | |
Monday, February 10 | 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM |
Please register in advance – registration closes when the meeting starts, and you will not be able to join.
If you are unable to attend any of these dates please complete this registration form to be contacted when March dates are scheduled. Or keep an eye on the website for updates!
Dependents
If you are not using any benefits, i.e. Ch. 33 Post-9/11 G.I. Bill, Ch. 35 DEA or the CalVet Fee Waiver, or are using ONLY the CalVet Fee Wavier, attendance is optional but encouraged to make sure you know what resources may be available to you. CalVet Fee Waivers can be emailed to our office. Please include your campus ID number.
We look forward to meeting you!
If you are starting your program in the summer, submit a Request for Enrollment Certification then follow the instructions for Fall 2025 Admits. We will contact you if we need anything else!
Veterans Services Orientation Dates for Fall 2025
Veterans and Service Members
Date | Time | Meeting Type | Registration Link |
Tuesday, June 10 | 4:00pm-6:00pm | In Person | |
Tuesday, July 8 | 3:00pm-5:00pm | In Person | |
Wednesday, July 9 | 3:00pm-5:00pm | In Person | |
Monday, July 14 | 4:00pm-5:30pm | Online |
Dependents
Date | Time | Meeting Type | Registration Link |
Wednesday, June 25 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Online | |
Tuesday, July 22 | 3:00pm-5:00pm | Online | |
Friday, July 25 | 2:00pm-4:00pm | Online |
What You Will Learn
- How to activate and maintain your GI Bill or CalVet Fee Waiver
- Required documents and key timelines for using your benefits
- Understanding the different VA and CalVet education benefits
- How to access and make the most of Veterans Services at CSULB
- Support resources and community-building opportunities for military-connected students
Before You Join Us
- Undergraduate students: Be sure to attend SOAR before your Veterans Services Orientation.
- Want a head start? Click here to explore the benefits you may qualify for and how to get started.
Dependents
If you are not using any benefits, i.e. Ch. 33 Post-9/11 G.I. Bill, Ch. 35 DEA or the CalVet Fee Waiver, or are using ONLY the CalVet Fee Wavier, attendance is optional but encouraged to make sure you know what resources may be available to you. CalVet Fee Waivers can be emailed to our office. Please include your campus ID number.
We look forward to meeting you!
