Veterans & Military-Connected Individuals

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

IVMF Awarded $3.5M Grant From Google to Train Veterans, Military-Connected Spouses on Cybersecurity and AI

Syracuse University’s D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) received a $3.5 million grant from Google to help train our nation’s transitioning service members,
John Boccacino April 26, 2024
IVMF Awarded $3.5M Grant From Google to Train Veterans, Military-Connected Spouses on Cybersecurity and AI

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

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

College of Professional Studies Helps Meet the Needs of Military-Connected Students

When it comes to providing impactful educational opportunities for service members, veterans and military family members, Syracuse University consistently ranks among the top schools in
Charlie Poag March 21, 2024

Soaring Over Barriers: Cindy Boyd G’04 Reflects on Navigating an Aeronautical Career

Despite the Hollywood portrayal of combat aviation as a glamorous and glitzy environment, military aviators operate in highly perilous conditions, facing challenges that many civilian
Charlie Poag March 19, 2024
Soaring Over Barriers: Cindy Boyd G’04 Reflects on Navigating an Aeronautical Career

Veteran Eric Watson’s ’91 Journey From Marine Corps Aviator to Information Technology Manager

Eric Watson ’91 wasn’t envisioning himself as a U.S. Marine Corps aviator when he first came to Syracuse University. The Washington D.C., native originally intended
Charlie Poag Feb. 27, 2024
Veteran Eric Watson’s ’91 Journey From Marine Corps Aviator to Information Technology Manager

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

Music City Welcomes 16th Annual Conference for Student Veterans

Before the start of the spring semester, members of Syracuse University's military-connected community, including students, faculty and staff, journeyed to Tennessee for the 16th Annual
Charlie Poag Jan. 18, 2024
Music City Welcomes 16th Annual Conference for Student Veterans

OVMA’s Kari Mickinkle Named a National Leader in Veterans’ Education

Kari Mickinkle '11, G’22, a school certifying official with the Office of Veteran Success in the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA), has been
Charlie Poag Jan. 9, 2024
OVMA’s Kari Mickinkle Named a National Leader in Veterans’ Education

University Civilian Champions Wall of Honor Receives 3 New Additions

Syracuse University has made significant accomplishments in providing access to higher education for veterans and military family members since the days of World War I.
Charlie Poag Dec. 18, 2023

From Quad to Commission: Kristen Northrop Reflects on Raising 2 US Army Officers at Syracuse University

While her sons were training to become officers in the military, Kristen Northrop had a rare vantage point to observe their development from her office
Charlie Poag Dec. 1, 2023
From Quad to Commission: Kristen Northrop Reflects on Raising 2 US Army Officers at Syracuse University

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
Charlie Poag Nov. 17, 2023
Meet Lt. Col. Michael Skarda, Syracuse University’s Air Force ROTC Detachment Commander

Veterans Day Weekend Celebrated at the Best Place for Veterans

According to Ron Novack, executive director of Syracuse University's Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA), "Every day is Veterans Day at Syracuse University." Given
Charlie Poag Nov. 15, 2023
Veterans Day Weekend Celebrated at the Best Place for Veterans

‘Black Heel Strings: A Choptank Memoir’ Named 2023 Veterans Writing Award Winner

Syracuse University Press has announced that "Black Heel Strings: A Choptank Memoir" by Robin Michel Caudell is the 2023 Veterans Writing Award winner. Caudell is
Cristina Hatem Nov. 10, 2023
‘Black Heel Strings: A Choptank Memoir’ Named 2023 Veterans Writing Award Winner

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
John Boccacino Nov. 9, 2023
Student Veterans Reflect on Military Service, Academic Pursuits