Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

Packing for the Future: A Marine Supply Specialist’s Transition to College Life

One of the greatest capabilities that exist within the U.S. military is the global logistics system that allows everything from large military transport vehicles to
Charlie Poag Nov. 6, 2024
Packing for the Future: A Marine Supply Specialist’s Transition to College Life

Veterans Day Guest Speaker Theresa Cross ’99 Reflects on Joining the Orange Family

On Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11, the nation will pause to acknowledge and honor those who have served with the uniformed military services in defense
Charlie Poag Oct. 31, 2024
Veterans Day Guest Speaker Theresa Cross ’99 Reflects on Joining the Orange Family

Student Veteran Spotlight: U.S. Navy Veteran Jurgen Baeza ’26

When Jurgen Baeza ’26 first set his sights on Syracuse University, it was during his high school days in San Diego, California. Without a clear
Charlie Poag Oct. 7, 2024
Student Veteran Spotlight:  U.S. Navy Veteran Jurgen Baeza ’26

OVMA Award Boosts Veterans’ Internship Success

This summer, ten student veterans from the University community secured internships across the country—opportunities that are often out of reach for post-traditional students. With support
News Staff Sept. 24, 2024
OVMA Award Boosts Veterans’ Internship Success

Office of Veteran and Military Affairs Adds 4 New Advisory Board Members in 2024

The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) has announced the addition of four esteemed individuals to its advisory board throughout 2024. These new members
Charlie Poag Sept. 11, 2024
Office of Veteran and Military Affairs Adds 4 New Advisory Board Members in 2024

Passion for Service Led Jennifer Pluta G’15 to Help Military-Connected Community

When Jennifer Pluta G’15 enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve on May 19, 1999, she had no grand plans for making a career out of
John Boccacino Aug. 12, 2024
Passion for Service Led Jennifer Pluta G’15 to Help Military-Connected Community

’Cuse Vet Fest to Be Held at College of Law Sept. 6

The ’Cuse Vet Fest, a collaboration between the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) Syracuse VA Medical Center and the College of Law’s Military and
Robert Conrad Aug. 6, 2024
’Cuse Vet Fest to Be Held at College of Law Sept. 6

University Establishes Scholarship to Honor Jamieson Ritter ’19

The University is honoring the memory of alumnus and fallen Cleveland, Ohio, police officer Jamieson Ritter ’19 with the establishment of a scholarship in his
News Staff July 17, 2024
University Establishes Scholarship to Honor Jamieson Ritter ’19

3 Student Veterans Honored as Tillman Scholars

Three talented and passionate Syracuse University student veterans—Benetta Dousuah G’25, second-year law student Jude Akpunku and Zahra Johnson G’25—were recognized as 2024 Tillman Scholars by
John Boccacino June 27, 2024
3 Student Veterans Honored as Tillman Scholars

80 Years of the GI Bill: Vice Chancellor on Its Lasting Impact

June 22, 2024, will mark the 80th anniversary of the Servicemen's Readjustment Act of 1944, commonly known as the GI Bill of Rights. This landmark
Vanessa Marquette June 16, 2024
80 Years of the GI Bill: Vice Chancellor on Its Lasting Impact

University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is pleased to announce the launch of
Charlie Poag May 30, 2024
University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans

Celebrating the Successes of First-Generation College Students

A trio of first-generation college students have demonstrated hard work and resiliency and shown how they ultimately set themselves on the path that will culminate
John Boccacino May 8, 2024
Celebrating the Successes of First-Generation College Students

Student Veteran Organization Hosts Gatsby-Themed Gala for Annual Awards Banquet

Syracuse University’s military-connected community came together for an evening of celebration during the annual Student Veterans Organization (SVO) Ball & Awards Banquet. The formal event,
Charlie Poag April 25, 2024
Student Veteran Organization Hosts Gatsby-Themed Gala for Annual Awards Banquet

Staff Members Recognized for Showing Support to Veterans and Military Families

Not only does the saying “it takes a village” apply to raising children, but it also applies to supporting veterans and their families before, during
News Staff April 6, 2024
Staff Members Recognized for Showing Support to Veterans and Military Families

ROTC Cadets Receive Prestigious Scholarships at 107th Chancellor’s Review

During the 107th Chancellor’s Review this year, more than 70 scholarships were presented to cadets from the University’s two Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs.
Charlie Poag April 4, 2024
ROTC Cadets Receive Prestigious Scholarships at 107th Chancellor’s Review

Military-Connected Students Visit Boston for Immersion Opportunity

Eight military-connected students, accompanied by two staff members from Veteran Career Services, recently returned from a week-long trip in Boston, Massachusetts for spring break. While
Charlie Poag March 27, 2024
Military-Connected Students Visit Boston for Immersion Opportunity

Generosity of Soldiers Inspired Benetta Dousuah G’25 to Enlist in the Army

U.S. Army veteran Benetta Dousuah G’25, currently a graduate student in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, vividly recalls her family's escape from
Charlie Poag Feb. 26, 2024
Generosity of Soldiers Inspired Benetta Dousuah G’25 to Enlist in the Army

OVMA Hosts First Veteran Career-Ready Bootcamp

The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) recently hosted its inaugural Veteran Career-Ready Bootcamp at the National Veterans Resource Center at the Daniel and
Charlie Poag Feb. 16, 2024
OVMA Hosts First Veteran Career-Ready Bootcamp