Veterans Resource Center

The UHMC Veterans Resource Center

Number of Veterans who have signed in so far:
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UHMC Veterans Resource Center Amenities and Services

If you are a US Veteran, come to the UHMC Veterans Resource Center to…

Network with other Veterans!

Receive Peer Mentoring and Student Tutoring!
Use computers with free Wifi access!

Sit back and watch free Netflix on our big screen TV!
Access the kitchenette and Snack Shop!

Use xerox copiers and printers…and much more!
Veterans Resource Center: A one-stop student support facility for student veterans. Creating, sustaining, and scaling out resource centers for student veterans. (3:27) https://youtu.be/4HvJeoWT59M
(10:27) https://youtu.be/U5pVAhE_EjY
Tulsi Gabard with Aris Banang
Veteran with his children inside the VRC
vet sitting at desk working
Group of volunteers holding a Team Depot Sign outside of the VRC building

Mission and Vision of the Veterans Resource Center:

The Veterans Resource Center at UH Maui College provides Student Veterans at all levels with academic support services to help them become successful, independent learners and reach their educational goals. To attain our mission, tutorial assistance; one-on-one, group, and online registration assistance; computer laboratories; e-mail and Internet access; and computer-assisted instructional programs are provided to our diverse Student Veteran population.

We envision a one-stop facility where students will receive cutting edge, high quality support services in a student-centered environment, helping students gain the skills needed to meet the rigors of their educational program and to embrace the challenges of an ever-changing world.

The Veterans Resource Center contributes to the mission and vision of UH Maui College by providing high quality academic support services in a stimulating environment for our diverse student population.

Hours of Operation:

  • Monday – Friday
  • 8:30am – 8:00pm
  • Phone: 808-984-3242
  • Email: vrcmaui@hawaii.edu
  • Staff: Volunteers and Veterans

uhmc Campus map

Links to Resources:

Veterans Affairs – Maui Vet Center http://www.va.gov/directory/guide/facility.asp?ID=5075

Veterans Affairs – Pacific Islands Health Care System http://www.hawaii.va.gov/

UHMC Counseling & Advising https://maui.hawaii.edu/counseling-advising/

Student Veterans Club https://maui.hawaii.edu/studentlife/veterans-club/

Veterans Resource Center Opens at Maui College Article http://www.hawaii.edu/news/2013/11/18/veterans-resource-center-opens-at-maui-college/

Visit and Like our Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/UHMCVRC/

UHMC Jobs Link https://maui.hawaii.edu/jobs/

Veterans Affairs – Maui Community-Based Outpatient Clinic http://www.hawaii.va.gov/locations/Maui.asp

State of Hawaii – Office of Veterans’ Services http://dod.hawaii.gov/ovs/

Maui County – Network of Care http://mauicounty.hi.networkofcare.org/veterans/services/agency.aspx?pid=DepartmentofVeteransAffairsMauiVetCenter_901_2_0

Maui County Veterans Council http://hivets.com/

Veterans Student Handbook (coming soon!)

E-Checklist for Student Veterans (coming soon!)

Veteran Testimonials:

“When I was struggling, there was always that veteran I could go to here at the VRC and they’d say “come on, you can do this, I got faith in you,” and they’d give me that push to keep me from quitting.”

 – Trudy Owen, Veteran, United States Army

The VRC staff “helped me go through the lengthy process of the benefits, navigating the websites, and made the transition a lot easier for me.”

 – Kevin Oda, Veteran, United States Marine Corps

“The UHMC Veterans Resource Center has become an ideal hub for Veterans who are wanting to attend college and as a support site for Veteran Dependents.”

 – Kekupaa DePonte, Veteran, United States Army