ORCID
Ken Marfilius: 0000-0001-8566-1905
Document Type
Poster
Date
4-10-2025
Keywords
Veteran and military affairs, Resiliency, Student veterans, Military-connected students, Mental wellness, Social work
Department
School of Social Work
Language
English
Acknowledgements
Collaboration between the Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA), Hendricks Chapel, and the School of Social Work
Disciplines
Military and Veterans Studies
Description/Abstract
The Syracuse University Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) Resiliency Program (ORP), launched in August 2024, is an innovative initiative designed to support veteran and military-connected students. Developed in partnership with the OVMA, School of Social Work, and Hendricks Chapel, the program provides tailored resources and support networks to help students navigate academic, financial, physical, social, and mental well-ness challenges. Staffed by an Associate Director and graduate-level social work interns, the ORP addresses the critical needs identified in a U.S. Government Accountability Office report on veteran college experiences. Through dynamic support systems, the ORP fosters success and engagement, advancing Syracuse University's vision as a leader in veteran education and serving as a national model for holistic student support.
Recommended Citation
Marfilius, Ken; Nam, Brenic; and Hawes, Natalie, "OVMA Resiliency Program: A Holistic Approach to Supporting Veteran and Military-Connected Students" (2025). Voices of Service Symposium. 7.
https://surface.syr.edu/vos/7
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