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Call for Submissions for the 2025 Veterans Writing Award
Syracuse University Press, in cooperation with the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), is accepting manuscripts for consideration for the 2025 Veterans Writing Award. Submissions should be sent to vwasubmissions@syr.edu by Feb. 15, 2025. The award includes a…
D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families’ Ray Toenniessen Named 2025 Presidential Leadership Scholar
Ray Toenniessen ’06, a U.S. Army veteran and the newly appointed Deputy Executive Director of the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), has been named one of 57 Scholars who will form the Presidential Leadership Scholars’ (PLS) 10th…
Forged in Snow: How Syracuse ROTC Shaped a Career of Service
Growing up in Buffalo, Madison Kaifas-Steiner was no stranger to the bitter cold and snow-filled winters of Central New York. But when she joined Syracuse University’s cross-town Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program during her time at Le Moyne…
Micron’s $3M Investment for D’Aniello Institute Fuels Career Pathways for Veterans and Military Families in the Semiconductor Industry
The D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University has received a transformative $3 million investment from Micron Technology. This funding will support the development of a specialized Semiconductor Hub within the institute’s Onward to Opportunity (O2O)…
Beth Kubala Named New York State Bar Association’s Veteran Advocate of the Year
Elizabeth “Beth” Kubala, teaching professor and director of veteran and military affairs in the College of Law, has been selected as the recipient of the New York State Bar Association’s Judge Robert T. Russell Veteran Advocate Award. This award recognizes “an attorney…
Tillman Scholar Benetta Dousuah G’25 on Service after Service
Earlier this year, student veteran Benetta Dousuah G’25 was named one of Syracuse University’s 2024 Tillman Scholars, joining an elite group of military-connected individuals committed to impactful leadership. Dousuah is currently pursuing a master’s degree in social work in the…
D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families Announces New Deputy Executive Director
J. Michael Haynie, vice chancellor for strategic initiatives and innovation and the founder and executive director of the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University, has named Ray Toenniessen ’06 to the newly created role of IVMF…
Celebrating Veterans Day at Syracuse University
Since the end of World War I, the United States has observed Nov. 11 as a day of remembrance for those who have served. Originally named Armistice Day to celebrate the end of hostilities in World War I, the day…
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 of the United States of America. From coast-to-coast, the country’s veterans will take part in…
Syracuse University Opens New Center in Nation’s Capital
The opening of a new Syracuse University center in Washington, D.C., was celebrated by members of the University community at a special event Sept. 24. “This city is a place our students want to be. It’s a place they want…