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.
Continue ReadingStars & 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.
Continue ReadingOVMA 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 from the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) Internship Award, these veterans gained hands-on experience that will enhance their post-graduation career prospects.
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: Savion Pollard
United States Navy veteran and Syracuse University student veteran Savion Pollard was born and raised in Queens, New York. Savion graduated from the High School for Construction Trades, Engineering, and Architecture (CTEA) in 2013, and attended CUNY City College and CUNY York College, studying to become an accountant.
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: Tyler Slavicek
Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tyler C. Slavicek grew up in Southwest Michigan in the town of Bridgman. He has always had a passion for playing soccer, captaining his high school varsity soccer team, and playing for the Lake Michigan Community College Red Hawks. Tyler has continued to be involved with the sport by playing for the Navy and as a varsity soccer coach for Greenbrier Christian Academy in Virginia.
Continue ReadingFour Selected as 2024 Rostker Dissertation Fund Fellows
Getting the necessary funding to conduct quality research is among the myriad of challenges when working towards a doctoral degree. Syracuse University students engaged in research to support the military-connected community have found that challenge eased by the generosity of Bernard Rostker G’66, G’70, and Louise Rostker G’68 through the Forever Orange Campaign.
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: Alex Savage
United States Army Veteran Alec Savage was born in Utica, New York In 2017, Alec was commissioned into the United States Army after graduating from the ROTC program at St. Lawrence University. As a cadet, he completed Airborne and Air Assault schools. In 2018 Alec trained at Fort Moore, Georgia, and completed the Infantry Basic Officer Leadership program and U.S. Army Ranger School. In 2019, he earned his Expert Infantry Badge.
Continue ReadingHitting the High Notes: Navy Band Northeast Performance Highlights Navy Week Festivities
When you think of military music, you may imagine the sounds of a rousing march. But as Navy Week sailed into Syracuse, the Navy Band Northeast showed students that they’re about much more than just “Anchors Aweigh.” On Aug. 28, two of the band’s ensembles entertained students at Setnor Auditorium at Crouse College with a variety of classical and jazz pieces. Members even led students in a singalong chorus of the pop anthem “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”
Continue ReadingRetired Air Force Special Tactics Officer and ROTC Alum Jeff Wilkinson ’89 Shares Lessons in Leadership and Preparation
Across the U.S. Department of Defense, there are approximately 650 commissioned flag officers, known as generals or admirals. Achieving this rank is a testament to a service member’s dedication, knowledge, leadership and ability to effect change.
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