Student Veterans of America

ONLINE INSTITUTION: EXPLORING BEST PRACTICES & BUILDING A VIRTUAL NETWORK! Presented by: Ray Queen, Outreach Specialist Advisors and leaders from SVA chapters operating at primarily online institutions who are looking to share best practices, find support, or get a virtual chapter at their online institution up and running. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/eAzszbtM

Student Veterans of America® (SVA) is hosting an art contest to find the perfect graphic design for our exclusive giveaway tote bag at the 17th Annual NatCon. This is your chance to have your artwork featured and admired by thousands of your fellow student veterans. The winning design will be printed on the official NatCon tote bag sponsored by Fiserv and given away to attendees as a special keepsake. The contest WINNER will receive a complimentary tote bag and NatCon student registration. All completed submissions that meet the contest requirements will receive a free gift (1 gift per contestant) from Quality Logo Products. CONTEST DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2024 https://lnkd.in/gXWiGzjw

As you navigate through haunted houses and spooky celebrations, remember to embrace the spirit of community and camaraderie that makes our veteran family so special. Whether you're carving pumpkins, enjoying some candy, or just taking a well-deserved break, remember: every hero deserves a treat! #HappyHalloween #StudentVeterans #SVA

Whether you seek guidance on where to begin or want to enhance existing support for military-affiliated students, this session is tailored to address your needs by providing a space to share best practices with other veteran service professionals from around the United States. Don’t have a chapter, but interested in what SVA has to offer your students and campus? Please join us to learn more!

Today, we pause to honor the courageous service members who are currently deployed, safeguarding our freedoms far from home. Your bravery and dedication are the bedrock of our safety and security. To those deployed, we say: your sacrifices do not go unnoticed. To their families, we offer our heartfelt appreciation for your strength and support during these challenging times. #NationalDayOfTheDeployed #StudentVeterans

Reflecting on an unforgettable SVA Leadership Institute, we would like to extend gratitude and a heartfelt thank you to the sponsors that have supported our student veterans, now officially SVA Leadership Fellows. Join us in saying thank you to Hanx For Our Troops for providing the coffee that kept our Leadership Fellows awake, alert and attentive. As well, we would like to thank Fiserv for providing bento boxes that helped the Leadership Fellows stay fueled between sessions. #SVALeads #WeAreSVA #StudentVeterans

Faisal Sulman is a Legal Fellow for the Student Veterans of America (SVA), where he conducts legal research analysis of proposed and existing policies, monitors regulatory and legislative developments, and advocates to advance the public policy priorities at the direction of the SVA. Faisal obtained his license to practice law in North Carolina in March 2023 and worked at a private firm in Greensboro, North Carolina. He moved to Virginia to be a contract Law Clerk at the United States Department of Justice across various branches, prior to working for the SVA. In his spare time, Faisal loves to travel, read fiction, and cook for his family, friends, and puppy.

As we continue to celebrate Veteran Buddy Check Week, have you #TalkToTen fellow vets this week? Be a buddy, check in. Take the Pledge: https://lnkd.in/eU3xitJ9

The 2024 SVA Leadership Institute was a tremendous success! Leadership Institute brings together the brightest and most dedicated student veterans from across the nation to enhance their leadership skills, share insights, and build lasting connections. It was an inspiring weekend filled with growth, collaboration, and the empowerment of the next generation of veteran leaders. Check out the full recap now on the SVA website from this incredible event! https://lnkd.in/gqYn4XVw #WeAreSVA #StudentVeterans #SVALeads 

This Thursday! Increase Veteran-Civilian Collaboration: Bridging the Gap Presented by: John Morris, Outreach Coordinator; Kat Dobbs, Outreach Coordinator In this live webinar you will learn: - How you can promote campus activities and events that encourage interaction and collaboration between veterans and civilian students - How to educate civilian students about the unique experiences, challenges, and strengths of military-affiliated community - The value of having diverse leadership in your chapter - How you can assess the effectiveness of your chapter’s work when it comes to veteran-civilian collaboration initiatives Register Today! https://lnkd.in/g_M6Dgnu