Washington, D.C. – Congressman Aaron Schock (R-Ill.) and U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) will host a Central Illinois Veterans Employment and Resources Fair at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois TOMORROW, Wednesday, August 14th, 2013. A job fair, resources fair, and workshops will all be offered as part of the event.
WHO: Congressman Aaron Schock (R-Ill.) and U.S. Senator Mark Kirk (R-Ill.)
WHAT: Congressman Aaron Schock and U.S. Senator Mark Kirk will host a Central Illinois Veterans Employment and Resources Fair at Bradley University in Peoria, Illinois on August 14th, 2013. A job fair, resources fair, and workshops will all be offered as part of the event.
· Job Fair: Participants will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with more than 80 of the area’s top employers.
· Resources Fair: VA representatives will meet with participants to discuss resources available to veterans, help them sign up for benefits, and to assist in initiating claims. More than 30 organizations will also be at the Resources Fair with information on the services that they provide for veterans.
· Workshops: Veterans will have the opportunity to learn more about relevant topics. From “Resume and Interview Skills” to “Understanding the Claims Process,” experts will be available for classroom-style information sessions.
WHERE: Bradley University, Renaissance Coliseum, 1600 West Main St., Peoria, IL
WHEN: TOMORROW, Wednesday, August 14th, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. CT