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Meet Lt. Col. Michael Skarda, Syracuse University’s Air Force ROTC Detachment Commander
When Michael Skarda started the journey of becoming a commissioned officer in the U.S. Air Force, there were no indications that his military career was beginning amidst two decades of conflict. In 2002, Skarda joined the Air Force’s Reserve Officer…
Student Veterans Reflect on Military Service, Academic Pursuits
Veterans Day is a time for the Syracuse University community to come together and honor our veterans and active-duty military members for their service to their country. Leading up to Veterans Day, three current student veterans who are active leaders…
Syracuse University Once Again Named a Best Place for Veterans
Syracuse University has once again received national recognition for the support it provides to veterans and military families. In the 2023 Military Times Best for Vets rankings, Syracuse once again secured a position in the top 10% of private nonprofit…
Meet OVMA Advisory Board Member Gary Ginsburg ’72
As an advisory board member for Syracuse University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA), Gary Ginsburg ’72 has made a lasting impact on the lives of his fellow veterans, especially those residing in Central New York. After graduating from…
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 Gayle D’Aniello Building for the observance of the Syracuse University Veterans Day ceremony 2023. The…
Stars and Stripes Tailgate and Military Appreciation Game Photo Story
When the Army football team from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point arrived on campus to take on the Syracuse University football team, they were met by a campus community celebrating Syracuse’s rich military-connected history. The day started with…
University Musicians, West Point Band to Perform Together This Weekend As Part of Events Around Military Appreciation Day
The spirit of the Orange will unite with the precision of the United States Army’s oldest active-duty band, the West Point Band, for several events this weekend at the University, including a public concert with the University’s Wind Ensemble in…
New Partnership Announced During Military-Connected Orientation Event
Military-connected students arriving for their first semester at Syracuse University typically have a myriad of needs and challenges that are vastly different from the traditional students they attend classes with. Understanding these unique issues, the Office of Veteran and Military…
Meet 2023 Tillman Scholar Luis ‘Lu’ Weierbach L’24
The ambition to make the world a better place is a common characteristic among Tillman Scholars. Some aim to have far-reaching global impact while others want to address problems in their local communities. For U.S. Army Captain Luis “Lu” Weierbach…
Tillman Scholars Run to Remember Pat Tillman’s Legacy
Members of Syracuse University’s military-connected community recently traveled to Tempe, Arizona, to take part in the 19th Annual Pat’s Run, hosted by the Pat Tillman Foundation. Among the 29,000 participants, this year were four Syracuse University Tillman Scholars and two…