While many of America’s young men and women have witnessed and survived the rigors of supporting current military operations around the world, arriving at college after active duty may prove to be nearly as daunting as the first day of boot camp. A new student organization at California State University, Dominguez Hills has been created to help veterans adapt to college life, whether they are returning to their studies or beginning their path to higher education.

Guest columnist Romel Edmond is an intern in the Office of University Communications and Public Affairs. An aspiring editorial writer, he is a senior majoring in English with a political science minor. Dateline is proud to feature his perspective on students and responsible social networking.