Military

When operations manager and U.S. Army Reserve member Rob Thomas '24 decided he wanted to finish his degree, he discovered that he didn’t need to choose between work, education and serving his country. At Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU), he balanced all three.

Five military spouses received a special phone call last week — one that has the potential for a positive lifelong impact. They were selected to receive full-tuition scholarships for an online degree from SNHU in partnership with Operation Homefront.

Operation Homefront and Southern New Hampshire University awarded five military spouses full-tuition scholarships this spring to earn a degree from SNHU. The scholarships give recipients the chance to prioritize their education through a flexible and military-friendly online learning model.

Charting a unique path from the Air Force to earning his degree, Michael Shimkus reflects on his journey. From leveraging the GI Bill® at SNHU to later connecting with the USO, Shimkus’s story is one of adaptability, dedication and a commitment to lifelong learning and service.