I keep seeing Pierce College's Military Program listed separately for Fort Lewis and Ft. Lewis. Is there a difference? Anyone who can shed some light would be a lifesaver.
Pierce College's Military Program at "Fort Lewis" and "Ft. Lewis" actually refer to the same location. Fort Lewis, also known as Joint Base Lewis-McChord or JBLM, is a United States military training facility located southwest of Tacoma, Washington. In a military context, "Ft." is simply an abbreviation for "Fort".
The program offers several academic programs tailored toward military personnel, veterans, and their families, to help them achieve their educational goals. They have offices located on both Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base, both components of Joint Base Lewis-McChord.
If the program is listed separately as "Fort Lewis" and "Ft. Lewis," it could well be a minor error or inconsistency in the labeling on the site or documentation you are referring to. Rest assured, the Pierce College Military Program is one unified program serving the Joint Base Lewis-McChord community.
If any confusion persists, it is a good idea to contact the college and ask them directly. They can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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