United States Army Lieutenant, Cleveland, Ohio Patrolman, and 2019 Syracuse University alum Jamieson R. Ritter was born and raised in Webster, New York with a profound desire to serve his country and community. In 2015, Jamieson graduated from McQuaid Jesuit High School in Rochester, NY.
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Hometown Hero: Stephen “Josh” Jackson
U.S. Navy Rear Admiral (Lower Half) Stephen “Josh” Jackson was born in Syracuse, New York, and he attended school in the Fayetteville-Manlius School District before receiving an appointment to attend the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated from the Naval Academy in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and holds a Master of Arts in National Security and Strategic Studies from the Naval War College.
Continue ReadingPassion for Service Led Jennifer Pluta G’15 to Help Military-Connected Community
When Jennifer Pluta G’15 enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve on May 19, 1999, she had no grand plans for making a career out of her service to her country. Rather, feeling compelled to give back to her country, Pluta thought she would serve for a few years before embarking on the next chapter of her life.
Continue ReadingMy Syracuse University Story: Savion Pollard
Hear from Savion Pollard ’25 on his student veteran journey at Syracuse University and how the community embraced his non-traditional student status. The connections at the University were a bridge for Savion to be the first Central New Yorker to intern at Micron.
U.S. Army Colonel Pia Rogers ’98, G’01, L’01 Joins OVMA Advisory Board
The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) at Syracuse University is proud to announce that U.S. Army Colonel Pia W. Rogers has accepted a position on the OVMA Advisory Board. An esteemed alumna and a distinguished military leader, Colonel Rogers brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role, further strengthening the university’s commitment to supporting veterans and military-connected students.
Congratulations to The Three 2024 Syracuse University Tillman Scholars
Three talented and passionate Syracuse University student veterans—Benetta Dousuah G’25, Jude Akpunku, and Zahra Johnson G’25—were recognized as 2024 Tillman Scholars by the Pat Tillman Foundation.
OVMA Celebrates Graduating Veteran & Military-Connected Students
At the end of the spring semester each year, the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) at Syracuse University welcomes family members, friends, and guests to the National Veterans Resource Center (NVRC) to celebrate the academic achievement of those veteran and military-connected students who are graduating from any of the university’s 13 schools or colleges.
University to Launch Innovative Mental Health Program for Student Veterans
In recognition of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, the University’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is pleased to announce the launch of the OVMA Resiliency Program (ORP) in partnership with Falk College and Hendricks Chapel. The ORP is an innovative wellness program tailored to meet the unique needs of veterans pursuing higher education and aims to enhance the overall well-being of veteran and military-connected students throughout their academic journey.
Meet Army ROTC Cadet Zahra Johnson
Zahra Johnson G’25 came to the United States from Kabul, Afghanistan, in pursuit of higher education. Having completed her undergraduate degree in forensic science and serving in the U.S. Army, Johnson came to Syracuse University on the Green to Gold program for her graduate degree, and to become a commissioned officer in the military.
Student Veteran Priscilla Cruz on Triumph Through Innovation
Priscilla Cruz ’24 currently serves in the Army Reserve as a logistics officer and is preparing to graduate with a degree in information management and technology from Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies (iSchool) and start the next phase of her career.