With the troop levels in Iraq decreasing and more service members being discharged, the number of veterans on campuses is steadily increasing. On average, these warriors-turning-college-students will be 24 or older, ethnic minorities, and first-generation college students. It is important to make sure that departments, campuses and communities are ready to receive these self-sacrificing, non-traditional students with a warm welcome and offer them the services they deserve. The transition to civilian life and university life can be challenging. Some veterans, although certainly not all, may experience some personal difficulties upon returning from combat zones or other military assignments. Some military occupational specialties do not have a direct civilian counterpart. Many veterans earned responsibility, individual awards and unit citations that are not recognized or valued in nonmilitary settings. Veterans may also experience problems associated with finding meaningful work with the skills and level of responsibility they enjoyed and used while in the military. As one might imagine, the lack of structure in academic settings can also be challenging to negotiate for veterans who thrived in the organization and became accustomed to the predictability found in the military services. There are natural challenges adjusting to new relationships with family, friends and community members following their discharge from military service. Some may have significant difficulty managing anger, frustration, and survivor guilt, which can lead to further interpersonal problems that could place them on the radar of campus security or police. Despite the potential for some difficulty with transitioning from military to civilian life, most veterans are able to adjust well and do not need mental health services. Rather, they are much more likely to provide strong scholarship, leadership and citizenship, allowing them to positively contribute to their campuses and broader communities.