Santos Carter

At California State University, East Bay, a dedicated professional stands ready to guide veteran students through the complexities of their educational benefits. Santos Carter, the Veteran Benefits Coordinator, serves as a vital link between the university's veteran community and the resources they've earned through their military service.

Carter's role is multifaceted, focusing on ensuring that veteran students can effectively utilize their VA education benefits. He assists with processing educational benefits, providing benefits coaching, and offering guidance on how to maximize VA benefits to achieve educational and career goals. This personalized approach helps veterans navigate the often intricate process of accessing and applying their benefits, allowing them to focus on their academic pursuits.

As part of the Veteran Student Services team, Santos Carter contributes to a comprehensive support system designed to meet the unique needs of veteran students. The program offers one-on-one holistic academic counseling, covering areas such as academic advisement, career and goal planning, and guidance on balancing academic and personal life. Through Carter's expertise, veterans receive tailored assistance in understanding and optimizing their benefits within the context of their individual educational journeys at Cal State East Bay.

Santos Carter's work exemplifies the university's commitment to supporting those who have served in the United States military. By providing clear, knowledgeable guidance on VA benefits, he plays a crucial role in ensuring that veteran students can make the most of their educational opportunities at Cal State East Bay, setting the stage for their successful transition from military to academic life and beyond.