The Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A. (JWV) is pleased to announce it has elected its 93rd National Commander, Command Sergeant Major Gary Ginsburg, USA, Retired of Rochester, NY and 5th National Vice Commander, Chief Warrant Officer 4 (CWO4) Scott P. Stevens, USA, Retired of El Paso, TX during its 129th Annual National Convention in Atlantic City, NJ.
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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 group of student veterans who are critical to the growing community of military-connected students on campus.
Continue ReadingVeterans 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 of the United States of America. From coast-to-coast, the country’s veterans will take part in public celebrations, cookouts, ceremonies and parades; though some may seem significantly smaller than those in years past.
Continue ReadingCelebrating Veterans Day at the Best Place for Veterans
Every year the nation pauses on Nov. 11 to honor those who have served in the military on Veterans Day. With Syracuse University being renowned as the Best Place for Veterans, it’s no surprise the University goes the extra mile to recognize the day each year. This year saw a flurry of activity around Veterans Day, most of which is planned and executed by the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA). The activities would not be possible, however, without the community coming together to support the day—including by illuminating many campus buildings in green light in honor of all veterans past and present.
National Veterans Resource Center Fulfills Our Duty to Those Who Have Borne the Cost of War
The dedication of the NVRC was delayed due to the pandemic, and that delay has afforded me time to reflect on the question I am most asked related to this new facility. That is, “why create an academic facility focused on veterans and their families at Syracuse University?” Reading between the lines, what I’m really being asked is “why should I care?”
Rebel With a Cause: Marion Dorfer
When Associate Professor Marion Dorfer joined the U.S. Army, she did so despite the fact that her mother, father and brother had all served in the U.S. Air Force. “I think I joined the Army instead of the Air Force because I was more of a rebel. I wanted something different,” says Dorfer, who has taught surface pattern design, computer-aided pattern design and computer design classes in the College of Visual and Performing Arts’ School of Design since 1992.
A Higher Calling: James E. Baker
The Hon. James E. Baker has always known that he was meant for a life of public service. Growing up in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he was raised—as his mother once told him—to be a teacher. But he had other plans.
College of Law to Host Virtual Veterans Day Commemoration
Today, Nov. 10, the Syracuse University College of Law and members of the greater Syracuse legal community will gather to honor those who have served in and out of uniform during the College of Law’s third annual Veterans Day Celebration. Traditionally held in Dineen Hall in the Melanie Gray Ceremonial Courtroom, this year’s ceremony—beginning at 5:30 p.m. ET—will take place virtually.
Stories of Service: Amanda Sullivan ’21 and Ken Marfilius ’11
In celebration of Veterans Week 2019, the University is recognizing stories of student veterans and faculty/staff who are veterans or have especially strong connections to the military. These stories are just some of the many from the veteran and military-connected community on campus whom the University is dedicated to supporting. From welcoming veterans to campus as far back as World War I, and having the longest consecutively running ROTC program in the country, the University is committed to being the “best place for veterans.”
Today, read the stories of Whitman School student Amanda Sullivan ’21 and Ken Marfilius ’11, visiting teaching professor in the Falk College’s School of Social Work.
Inside Higher Ed calls Syracuse University ‘A Shining Exception’
Syracuse University had the privilege of welcoming Wick Sloane to our campus to meet and discuss Syracuse University’s initiative to support veterans. Sloane spent two days on campus interviewing many including Chancellor Kent Syverud, Vice-Chancellor and IVMF Executive Director Michael Haynie, and OVMA Executive Director Ron Novack.