For Jackson Capenos, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and the University’s newest school certifying official with the Office of Veteran Success, life has been a journey shaped by resilience, hard work and an unwavering commitment to service.
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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 to impactful leadership. Dousuah is currently pursuing a master’s degree in social work in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, and is among the select few chosen nationwide, and one of three Syracuse University military-connected students, by the Pat Tillman Foundation for her demonstrated potential to lead and serve.
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: Dr. Don Cantwell, ’47, G’48
United States Navy World War II veteran, two-time Syracuse University alum, and renowned musician Don Cantwell was born in Poughkeepsie, New York in 1924 and graduated from Poughkeepsie High School in 1942. He attended St Lawrence University Navy V12 Officers Training Program from 1943-44 and later Notre Dame University’s Navy Midshipman School in 1944. Don attended the U.S. Navy School of Music in Washington, DC, in 1945 and later served with the Navy Flag Band Mediterranean Fleet before being discharged in 1945.
Continue ReadingHometown 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.
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: Rebecca King
U.S. Army Second Lieutenant Rebecca King was born in Huntsville, Alabama and calls Madison, Alabama home. Rebecca began her college and military career in August 2020, at Valley Forge Military College in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
Hometown Hero: U.S. Army First Lieutenant Jade Argueta
U.S. Navy Captain (Retired) Roosevelt “Rick” Wright hails from Elizabeth City, North Carolina and currently lives in Marcellus, New York. Today, Rick is a Professor Emeritus at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Public Communications.
Hometown Hero: Roosevelt “Rick” Wright
U.S. Navy Captain (Retired) Roosevelt “Rick” Wright hails from Elizabeth City, North Carolina and currently lives in Marcellus, New York. Today, Rick is a Professor Emeritus at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Public Communications.
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 staff members who took part in the annual event honoring Patrick “Pat” Tillman’s legacy of service beyond self.
Continue ReadingHometown Hero: The Inspiring Journey of United States Army Lieutenant Colonel David Sly
United States Army Lieutenant Colonel David Sly is originally from Rutland, Vermont, and he graduated as a Distinguished Military Graduate from the Rochester Institute of Technology in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. David was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Military Intelligence Corps.
Chancellor Kent Syverud shares his leadership views with Syracuse.com before the National Veteran Summit
Syracuse.com interviewed Chancellor Syverud this week to get his insight on leadership and how Syracuse University is the Best Place for Veterans since next week, April 19 and 20, The Chancellor will welcome leaders from around the United States to Syracuse University for the first of its kind “National Veterans Summit.” Military leaders, university presidents, and government officials will attend.