The Impact of Mobilization on Student Reservists
Abstract
The ongoing mobilization of reservists in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Noble Eagle (OEF/ONE), has been the largest reserve call-up since the Persian Gulf War. Most of these reservists held civilian jobs prior to mobilization and, as such, are entitled to certain legal protections under the Uniformed Servicemembers Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA; 38 U.S.C. 4301-4333). However, a substantial number of reservists today are students at institutions of higher education, either on a full-time or part-time basis. Their academic status is not covered by USERRA, or any similar federal law (although it is covered under the laws of some states). Some of these students have reported that their academic status has been harmed by mobilization and have advocated legal protections similar to those enjoyed by employees. This report provides information on the types of problems encountered by student reservists, the scope of those problems, the remedies available to student reservists who experience difficulties related to mobilization, and an assessment of the effectiveness of these remedies. It also provides several alternative options for assisting student reservists which Congress may wish to consider. This report will be updated as needed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 08, 2002
- Accession Number
- AD1172242
Entities
People
- Lawrence Kapp
Organizations
- Library of Congress