San Jac to host resource fair for veterans, military-affiliated families
San Jacinto College invites veterans, military-affiliated individuals and their families to connect with community organizations and explore valuable resources during its Veteran & Military Affiliate Resource Fair on Friday, Nov. 13, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the College's Central Campus.
Held under the theme "Pause, Breathe, and Connect," the free event will bring together organizations offering support in education, employment, health and wellness, and everyday needs. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about available services, ask questions and connect directly with organizations dedicated to supporting veterans and their families.
“Our veterans and military-affiliated families have access to a wide range of resources, but knowing where to turn for support isn't always easy,” said Jose Nicolas, coordinator of Veteran Services at San Jacinto College. “This event is an opportunity to bring those resources together in one place, help individuals make meaningful connections and remind them that they don't have to navigate challenges alone. Whether they're looking for career opportunities, educational support or health and wellness services, we want them to know there are people and organizations ready to help.”
The resource fair will feature representatives and information on a variety of topics, including:
- Employment opportunities and career resources
- Scholarships, education benefits and academic support
- Physical and mental health services, including free programs for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Military-to-civilian transition assistance
- Housing and food insecurity resources
In addition to connecting attendees with resources and community organizations, the event will feature free lunch and prizes.
The Veteran & Military Affiliate Resource Fair will take place at the LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology (Building C45), located at 7901 Fairmont Parkway in Pasadena.
For more information about the event, contact San Jacinto College Veteran Services at veterans@sjcd.edu.
About San Jacinto College
Surrounded by monuments of history, evolving industries, maritime enterprises of today,
and the space age of tomorrow, San Jacinto College has served the people of East Harris
County, Texas, since 1961. The College is ranked second in the nation among more than
1,100 community colleges, as designated by the Aspen Institute and was named an Achieving
the Dream Leader College of Distinction in 2020 and 2026. As a Hispanic-Serving Institution
that spans five campuses, plus an online college, San Jacinto College serves approximately
45,000 credit and non-credit students annually. It offers more than 200 degrees and
certificates across eight major areas of study that put students on a path to transfer
to four-year institutions or enter the workforce. The College is fiscally sound, holding
bond ratings of AA+ by Standard & Poor’s and Aa2 by Moody’s. San Jacinto College is
accredited by the The Commission on Colleges and Universities.
