Mixed Bag of Resources

Here’s a mixed bag of resources that might interest you this week:

VUB loves veterans!  Happy Valentine’s Day!  If you’re by the Verde VUB office, put in a guess to win the jar of M&Ms by February 10th; if you’re near the Prescott VUB office, stop in to see Holly for a treat J

A free “Valentine’s for Veterans” concert, featuring BJ Thomas, is being held Feb 18^th from 6-8 p.m. in the YC Performance Hall.  For your complimentary tickets, call the VA Public Affairs office located at the VA Medical Center in Prescott at 928-776-6013.

It’s Arizona’s 100^th birthday on February 14, 2012!  What’s Arizona’s connection with Billy the Kid, Clark Gable, and Cesar Chavez?  Amaze your friends with these fun facts: http://www.az100years.org/az-experience/fun-facts/

If you, or a friend, are interested in applying for a Pell grant and need a little help, College Goal Sunday is a national event – it will be held at Yavapai College Prescott campus in Building 19, on February 12^th from 2-4 p.m.  See http://www.collegegoalsunday.com/ for information on what to bring.  Your VUB advisor can also help you apply for financial aid, call for an appointment to complete it this month.

Do you want to improve your skills at math, foreign languages, or sciences?  Here’s a great free website, full of quizzes, flash cards, and tips for standardized tests: http://quizlet.com/

Are new to Yavapai County or do you have needs regarding local healthcare, housing, or veteran resources?  Call 2-1-1, or The Yavapai Helpline @ 1-855-807-4807 (toll free) or go to: http://www.unitedwayyavapai.org/Info_and_Referral.php to look online at the resources.

 Interested in becoming a pilot?  Check out the helicopter and fixed wing pilot programs at Yavapai College at www.yc.edu/aviation