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Hometown Hero: Mike Frasciello

United States Air Force Veteran, Syracuse University alum, and Syracuse University’s Dean of the College of Professional Studies, Michael J. Frasciello was born in Union City, New Jersey, grew up in Hopatcong, New Jersey, and today calls Clay, New York home. Mike’s family drove his propensity to serve our nation having a grandfather and two of his brothers serve in World War II, and two other uncles serve in World War II and Korea. His family’s military service also included six of his brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law, eight nephews, and one niece who have served or are currently serving. Mike’s amazing wife, Helen, is a retired Air Force Chief Master Sergeant after serving 30 years of active, reserve, and guard service.

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Hometown Hero: David Ladd

United States Army Veteran, Syracuse University alum and employee, David Ladd, was born in Los Angeles, California, raised in Hazel Park, Michigan, and currently lives in Buffalo, New York. After David graduated from high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1986 as an 11 Bravo, Infantryman, and was stationed with 1st Battalion, 187th Infantry Regiment – The Rakassans – in Fort Clayton, Panama. Davide conducted regional missions in Central and South America, including Bolivia to support one of the earliest missions to fight the war on drugs.

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Military-Connected Who’s Who on Campus

Syracuse University’s renowned reputation for being the best place for veterans has historic roots going all the way back to World War I. Today, a team of dedicated staff members work tirelessly to advance the programs and services available to military-connected students, both on and off campus, are able to meet their academic goals.

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Hometown Hero: Cecilia Vicil-Deynes

U.S. Army Sergeant First Class (SFC) Cecilia Vicil-Deynes was born and raised in Puerto Rico, and she enlisted in the U.S. Army in April 2012 as a Financial Technician. Her first duty assignment was with the 398th Financial Management Support Detachment (FMSD)at Fort Buchannan, Puerto Rico.

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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 vision of what he wanted to do, however, he wound up at San Diego State University. With interests ranging from political science to computer science, then a stint in television, radio, and film; Baeza realized he soon needed to look at other options.

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Hometown Hero: Zahra Johnson

Zahra Johnson was born in Daykundi, Afghanistan in 1994. Due to conflict and an unstable government, her parents migrated to Iran, a neighboring country, to provide Zahra and her elder sister a better life. Zahra’s family returned to Afghanistan in the early 2000s, during the United States’ efforts to establish security and democracy in the country. She continued her education and attended high school in Kabul.

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Stars & Stripes Tailgate and Military Appreciation Football Game

On Saturday, September 7, Syracuse University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs hosted the annual Stars & Stripes Tailgate prior to the Georgia Tech versus Syracuse University men’s football game at the JMA Wireless Dome. The annual event brings together the military-connected community from across the region in celebration of school spirit and camaraderie. 

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