Jennifer Van Brederode
About Jennifer Van Brederode
Jennifer Van Brederode serves as the Veteran & Military Student Resources Coordinator at Yale University, where she has worked since 2023. With extensive experience in financial aid and student support services, she has dedicated her career to assisting military students in navigating education benefits.
Current Role at Yale University
Jennifer Van Brederode serves as the Veteran & Military Student Resources Coordinator at Yale University since 2023. In this role, she focuses on providing support and resources tailored to military students. She has developed expertise in navigating veteran education benefits and financial aid processes, ensuring that military students receive the assistance they need to succeed in their academic pursuits.
Previous Experience at Quinnipiac University
Prior to her current position, Jennifer worked at Quinnipiac University in various roles over several years. She served as the Associate Director of Financial Aid from 2020 to 2023, where she enhanced student support services to facilitate degree completion. Additionally, she held positions as the Associate Director of Graduate Financial Aid in 2013, Assistant Director of Graduate Financial Aid from 2010 to 2013, and Associate Director of Online Financial Planning from 2014 to 2018.
Background in Administrative Functions
Jennifer has a strong background in administrative functions, which has been instrumental in her roles within higher education. Her experience includes working as an Executive Assistant to the Senior Vice President at Sikorsky Aircraft from 2004 to 2006. This diverse administrative experience has contributed to her ability to enhance student support services effectively.
Educational Background
Jennifer studied at Southern Connecticut State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from 1996 to 2000. This educational foundation has equipped her with strong communication skills, which are essential in her current role supporting military students.
Commitment to Veteran Education Benefits
Jennifer possesses a deep commitment to assisting students in understanding and utilizing their veteran education benefits effectively. Her extensive experience in financial aid and student support services enables her to provide tailored guidance to military students, ensuring they can navigate the complexities of educational funding.