Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

Welcome to the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

Syracuse University’s enduring commitment to veteran and military-connected students dates back more than 100 years. Dedicated to being the Best Place for Veterans™ and rated one of the best private schools for veterans.

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Student Veteran Organization

Peer Advisors for Veteran Education

Syracuse University Tilman Scholars

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Military-Connected Programs

News & Headlines

Military Spouse Bana Miller Advocates for Veterans and Their Families

September 23, 2021

Miller's husband is a veteran of the U.S. Army. Miller has seen first-hand the difficulties facing veterans and their families as they transition from active duty to civilian life. …

U.S. Army and Syracuse University Student Veteran Miguel Pica

September 18, 2021

Miguel enlisted in the U.S. Army, attended basic training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, and became a wheeled diesel mechanic on May 5, 2015. …

Newton Foust Heisley ’42 – Designer of POW/MIA Flag

September 17, 2021

In 1971, the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia was looking for a flag design to promote their organization. Heisely was given the task to create a flag for their organization.In 1971, the National League of Families of American Prisoners and Missing in Southeast Asia was looking for a flag design to promote their organization. Heisely was given the task to create a flag for their organization…