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Become a Leader in Cybersecurity this Fall
In today’s hyperconnected world, cyber attacks on our institutions and personal information are increasing. Governments and industries alike need well-trained experts to protect us. This fall, the Cybersecurity Semester (CSS) returns to Syracuse University to teach computer science and computer engineering students…
Peggy Combs Joins Office of Veteran and Military Affairs Advisory Board
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) has announced the addition of retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (MG) Peggy Combs ’85, the highest-ranking female military officer to graduate from Syracuse University, to its advisory board. “MG (Ret.) Peggy Combs…
Syracuse University Shows Strong Presence at Student Veteran National Conference
Recently, a group of Syracuse University students, composed of 17 student veterans, two ROTC cadets, one military spouse and two students from the University Student Association, attended the Student Veterans of America (SVA) National Conference in Orlando, Florida. The student…
University Honors Commitment to Veterans at Camping World Bowl
As part of the University’s enduring commitment to veterans and the military community, the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) and the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) partnered with athletic donors Ted Lachowicz ’72 and Cliff Ensley…
Veterans Week Ceremony Honors Service Members, Including High-Ranking Alumna
On Friday, Nov. 9, members of the public and the Syracuse University community gathered to honor United States military veterans and victims of all wars during the University’s annual Veterans Day ceremony in Hendricks Chapel. Retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen….
Campus Community Celebrates Veterans, University’s Commitment to Them with Numerous Events
In celebration of Veterans Day, and in keeping with the University’s commitment to be the “best place for veterans,” Syracuse will host multiple events ahead of the official observance on Sunday, Nov. 11. Syracuse’s commitment to veterans dates back to…
Syracuse Paints the National Capital Region Orange with Multiple Veteran Employment Events
Syracuse University representatives from the Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) and the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) recently traveled to Washington, D.C., for several employment-related events, including networking sessions, an alumni reception, a national conference, entrepreneurship…
Military Times Names Syracuse No. 1 Private Institution on 2019 Best Colleges for Vets List
Syracuse University’s commitment to serving veterans and military families has garnered recognition from Military Times as the No. 1 private school and No. 4 institution overall on the publication’s annual Best for Vets rankings. Syracuse University is the only private…
Syracuse University Hosts 2018 New York State Advisory Council on Military Education Annual Conference
On Sept. 26-28, Syracuse University hosted over 20 colleges and universities for the annual convening of the New York State Advisory Council on Military Education (NYS ACME). The yearly meeting brings together institutions, including Binghamton University, Fordham University, Rochester Institute…
Annual Military Appreciation Day Honors Military Families
Over the weekend nearly 3,000 military service members, veterans and their families from the Syracuse area and Fort Drum were honored at the Syracuse vs. University of Connecticut football game for their service during the annual Military Appreciation Game. “We…