Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

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
News Staff Dec. 6, 2024
Beth Kubala Named New York State Bar Association’s Veteran Advocate of the Year

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
Charlie Poag Dec. 2, 2024
Tillman Scholar Benetta Dousuah G’25 on Service after Service

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
Charlie Poag Nov. 22, 2024
Celebrating Veterans Day at Syracuse University

Veterans Day Spotlight: Student Veterans at Syracuse University

Every day might be Veterans Day at Syracuse University, but on the official holiday, the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is highlighting a
Charlie Poag Nov. 11, 2024
Veterans Day Spotlight: Student Veterans at Syracuse University

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 17, 2024
80 Years of the GI Bill: Vice Chancellor on Its Lasting Impact
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