Veterans & Military-Connected Individuals

National Veterans Resource Center Recognized for Being Green

While several iconic buildings on campus have been illuminated with green light during the evenings in honor of Veterans Day, the National Veterans Resource Center
Charlie Poag Nov. 20, 2022
National Veterans Resource Center Recognized for Being Green

Celebrating Veterans Day at the Best Place for Vets

Every year the nation pauses on Nov. 11 to honor those who have served in the military on Veterans Day. With Syracuse University being renowned
Charlie Poag Nov. 17, 2022
Celebrating Veterans Day at the Best Place for Vets

IVMF Recognized at Two Separate Events Honoring Veteran Service Initiatives

The D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) was honored with the Non-Profit Leadership Award by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at the 12th
Charlie Poag Nov. 13, 2022
IVMF Recognized at Two Separate Events Honoring Veteran Service Initiatives

Alumni Honored as Part of New Civilian Service Wall of Honor

Three alumni were honored for their support of and commitment to veterans as the first members of the Civilian Service Wall of Honor within the
News Staff Nov. 13, 2022
Alumni Honored as Part of New Civilian Service Wall of Honor

From Afghanistan to Air Force One: Brig. Gen. Stephen Snelson’s ’97 Commitment to Serving His Country Started at Syracuse University

Stephen Snelson ’97 loved to play with Matchbox cars when he was a child. But unlike his friends, Snelson’s cars had a magical ability to
John Boccacino Nov. 10, 2022
From Afghanistan to Air Force One: Brig. Gen. Stephen Snelson’s ’97 Commitment to Serving His Country Started at Syracuse University

Student Veterans Visit the Big Apple to Connect With Industry Leaders

Student veterans recently traveled to New York City on a four-day trip sponsored by the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA). The 13 students
Charlie Poag Nov. 8, 2022
Student Veterans Visit the Big Apple to Connect With Industry Leaders

Campus Community Invited to Help Celebrate Veterans Day at the National Veterans Resource Center

The Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) invites the campus community to the National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) at the Daniel and
News Staff Nov. 8, 2022
Campus Community Invited to Help Celebrate Veterans Day at the National Veterans Resource Center

New Book Highlights the Incredible Legacy of World War I Veteran William Shemin ’1924

There are a few vivid details Sara Shemin Cass recalls about her grandfather, William Shemin ’1924 (1896-1973), from her time growing up in Westchester County,
Jen Plummer Oct. 19, 2022
New Book Highlights the Incredible Legacy of World War I Veteran William Shemin ’1924

‘The Power of Narrative and the Voices of Military Veteran Writers’ Panel Discussion to Celebrate National Veterans and Military Families Month

Syracuse University Press and Syracuse University Libraries, in collaboration with the Syracuse University D’Aniello Institute for Veteran & Military Families (IVMF), is hosting a panel
Cristina Hatem Oct. 17, 2022
‘The Power of Narrative and the Voices of Military Veteran Writers’ Panel Discussion to Celebrate National Veterans and Military Families Month

University Student, Staff Member Concluding Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program at the George W. Bush Institute

A Syracuse University student and staff member are among 50 scholars and professionals participating in the Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program from the George W. Bush
News Staff Oct. 5, 2022
University Student, Staff Member Concluding Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program at the George W. Bush Institute

Student Veterans Take on Summer Internships Thanks to OVMA Internship Award

Over the 2022 summer semester, eight student veterans at Syracuse University were able to take part in a time-honored college experience that typically eludes non-traditional
Charlie Poag Oct. 3, 2022
Student Veterans Take on Summer Internships Thanks to OVMA Internship Award

OVMA Connect Offers Veterans a Chance to Build Relationships With Students, Alumni and Mentors in Their Community

In summer 2021, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) announced the launch of OVMA Connect, a mentoring platform powered by PeopleGrove that
News Staff Sept. 30, 2022
OVMA Connect Offers Veterans a Chance to Build Relationships With Students, Alumni and Mentors in Their Community

Syracuse Welcomes New Head of the Army ROTC Program, LTC Matthew Coyne

With more than 100 Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) cadets under his charge, LTC Matthew (Matt) Coyne has stepped into his new role as
News Staff Sept. 28, 2022
Syracuse Welcomes New Head of the Army ROTC Program, LTC Matthew Coyne

SPEd Talk to Discuss Suicide Prevention and Education for Veterans

In 2019, more than 6,200 veterans committed suicide. Suicides by veterans account for roughly 18 percent of all suicide deaths in the country, while veterans
News Staff Sept. 27, 2022
SPEd Talk to Discuss Suicide Prevention and Education for Veterans

Orange Pride Fuels Jordan Nuber’s ’19 Path From Syracuse to Japan

Jordan Nuber '19 is stationed in Okinawa, Japan, more than 7,400 miles away from Syracuse University. Even though he's more than half a world away
News Staff Sept. 7, 2022
Orange Pride Fuels Jordan Nuber’s ’19 Path From Syracuse to Japan

Ted Lachowicz ’72 Sparks Giving Back to Create Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans Reunion

Ted Lachowicz '72 is a Whitman School alumnus specializing in real estate and venture capital. He is the founder and president of the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
News Staff Aug. 30, 2022
Ted Lachowicz ’72 Sparks Giving Back to Create Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans Reunion

SGM Justin Hood G’22 and 14 Other Fellows Graduate From IDDE Program at Fort Bliss

Mike Haynie, vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation and executive director of the D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families, and retired U.S. Army
News Staff Aug. 25, 2022
SGM Justin Hood G’22 and 14 Other Fellows Graduate From IDDE Program at Fort Bliss

WWII Veteran, Syracuse Alumnus Laid to Rest in Arlington National Cemetery 77 Years Later

More than 77 years after his death, a Syracuse University alumnus was finally laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery. First Lt. Myles Esmay ’40
News Staff Aug. 10, 2022
WWII Veteran, Syracuse Alumnus Laid to Rest in Arlington National Cemetery 77 Years Later