Veterans & Military-Connected Individuals

Andrew Zellar’s 2 Decades of Shaping Lives Through Military Service

In recognition of his service, Zellar, retired Army ROTC instructor, was honored as a Hometown Hero at the Feb. 11 men’s basketball game in the
Kelly Homan Rodoski Feb. 12, 2026
Andrew Zellar’s 2 Decades of Shaping Lives Through Military Service

Seinfeld Scholars Program Inspires Navy Veteran to Never Give Up

The Seinfeld Scholars program in the College of Professional Studies provides comprehensive support and mentorship for military-connected students pursuing higher education.
News Staff Jan. 28, 2026
Seinfeld Scholars Program Inspires Navy Veteran to Never Give Up

Marine Corps Veteran Takes Helm at Office of Veteran Success

Justin Machain brings more than a decade of experience supporting military-connected students in higher education to his new role as director.
News Staff Jan. 23, 2026
Marine Corps Veteran Takes Helm at Office of Veteran Success

Navy Veteran Joins Baldanza Fellows to Tackle Teacher Shortage

With a background in military service and a passion for public health, Nadia Morris-Mitchell is preparing to teach special education in Syracuse schools as a
Martin Walls Jan. 6, 2026
Navy Veteran Joins Baldanza Fellows to Tackle Teacher Shortage

Humility and Intention: Ray Toenniessen ’06 on the Lessons of Being a Presidential Leadership Scholar

The deputy executive director of the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families was one of 57 scholars in the program's 10th annual class.
Dialynn Dwyer Nov. 11, 2025
Humility and Intention: Ray Toenniessen ’06 on the Lessons of Being a Presidential Leadership Scholar

College of Professional Studies Leads the Way for Military-Connected Student Support

Under its nationally recognized military advising model, the College of Professional Studies has achieved skyrocketing persistence and graduation rates.
Hope Alvarez Nov. 11, 2025
College of Professional Studies Leads the Way for Military-Connected Student Support

Campus Community Invited to Celebrate Veterans Day at the NVRC

Retired U.S. Air Force General Lester L. Lyles, former vice chief of staff of the Air Force and a 35-year Air Force veteran, will deliver
Charlie Poag Nov. 5, 2025
Campus Community Invited to Celebrate Veterans Day at the NVRC

University Hosting Voices of Service: A Celebration of Veterans Writing and Weekend Workshop

Syracuse University Press and the Libraries, in partnership with the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) and the National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC),
News Staff Sept. 8, 2025
University Hosting Voices of Service: A Celebration of Veterans Writing and Weekend Workshop

D’Aniello IVMF Names Stacy Hawkins as Managing Director of Research and Evaluation

The D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) is proud to announce the appointment of Stacy Hawkins as the new managing director of research
Charlie Poag Aug. 18, 2025
D’Aniello IVMF Names Stacy Hawkins as Managing Director of Research and Evaluation

College of Law’s Veterans Legal Clinic Receives Justice for Heroes Grant

The College of Law’s Betty and Michael D. Wohl Veterans Legal Clinic (VLC) has been awarded a Justice for Heroes grant by the New York State Department
Robert Conrad July 22, 2025
College of Law’s Veterans Legal Clinic Receives Justice for Heroes Grant

Student Veteran Anthony Ruscitto Honored as a Tillman Scholar

When he graduates, Anthony Ruscitto plans to provide legal aid to his fellow veterans.
John Boccacino July 18, 2025
Student Veteran Anthony Ruscitto Honored as a Tillman Scholar

Lender Center Researcher Studies Veterans’ Post-Service Lives, Global Conflict Dynamics

Corri Zoli ’91, G’93, G’04 was recently named a research associate of the Lender Center for Social Justice. She applies social science, law and public
Diane Stirling July 15, 2025
Lender Center Researcher Studies Veterans’ Post-Service Lives, Global Conflict Dynamics

Tradition and Triumph: University Honors ROTC Excellence at 108th Chancellor’s Review and Awards Ceremony

A time-honored celebration of academic achievement, leadership and military history was on full display at the JMA Wireless Dome during the 108th Chancellor’s Review and
Charlie Poag April 10, 2025
Tradition and Triumph: University Honors ROTC Excellence at 108th Chancellor’s Review and Awards Ceremony

Rooted in Service: From Army Lawyer to Student Advocate

After years of legal service in the U.S. Army, Jaime Jacobson G’25 is continuing her commitment to public service through academia. Jacobson is currently a
Charlie Poag April 4, 2025
Rooted in Service: From Army Lawyer to Student Advocate
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