This project is now in update mode. Check back regularly to see how things are progressing.
Exciting news for the New Year!
We hope everyone enjoyed their holiday and had a great New Year.
We are excited to announce that we received a gift of $5,000 at the end of December. to help us with our project. We appreciate each and every gift and can't wait to see what great things we will be able to do with this fund. We will keep you all updated throughout the year on the exciting things happening in the Veteran Academic Services office.
Thank you all again and have a great start to your 2017!
The Final Day!
Today is the final day of our project. Thank you to everyone who has helped us get this far. Every dollar given to this fund will go to ease the transition for veteran students, help keep these students on track to graduation and help make the dream of a college degree a reality. We couldn't haven't gotten this far without the support of our donors.
We are still $3,320 short of our goal. Please help us finish this project, help us spread the word.
Thank you for all you have done and GO POKES!
CLOSING THE GAP
We are in the home stretch of our campaign with just 5 days left.
We are $3,370 short of our $7,500 goal.
We challenge you to help us close the gap. We just need 10 people to give $60 a day to help us reach our goal. Please share this on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Thank you and GO POKES!
Thank you for a great #GivingTuesday
We want to thank all our donors for making #GivingTuesday so successful. We received a little over $2,000 in donations, just in one day! We are extremely grateful for every dollar given to our great project!
It's #GivingTuesday!
Today is #GivingTuesday, a global movement encouraging people to identify and support their favorite non-profit during the holiday season. We want to thank all of our donors who have given to our project. With your generous gifts, we will be able to better serve our military affiliated students.
Please consider sharing this project with your social network on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or LinkedIn and encourage others to take part in #GivingTuesday. You are helping make OSU stronger! Thank you and GO POKES!
Veterans Week Schedule of Events
There are lots of great things happening this week on campus to honor our Veterans-
Veterans Appreciation Dinner Thursday, November 10, 2016 Student Union Ballroom 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm Reservations can be made at militaryveterans@okstate.edu Tickets may be picked up at 040 Student Union and must be presented at the door. Veterans are free, and each additional guest is $10.
Veterans Day Ceremony Friday, November 11, 2016 Edmon Low Library Plaza - 10:30 am There will be a thirty minute ceremony focusing on the sacrifices of our veterans and their families. A time to reflect on the memories of men and women who have given their lives for the freedoms we as Americans hold dear. A time to be proud and supportive of our military actively serving to protect our nation.
Veteran Success Center Grand Opening Friday, November 11 North Classroom Building - 2:00 pm Ribbon Cutting Ceremony The unveiling of the wall recognizing OAMC/OSU Oklahoma Hall of Fame Inductees and the signing of the proclamation by President Hargis naming OSU a Purple Heart University, the only one in the state of Oklahoma, 25th in the nation. OSU Pipes and Drums will perform. Refreshments served.
$25
Taking the Oath
A gift of this amount will help pay for household items like diapers, food and clothes.
$50
Attending Basic Training
A donation in this amount can be used to help pay for a tank of gas to get to school or an unexpected medical bill for a child.
$100
Going to your First Unit
Support of this amount can help pay cover a month of utilities, insurance or childcare.
$250
Getting Deployed
This donation can help cover vehicle repairs to get the student to and from school and work, cover school supplies for their children or provide a months worth of meals to a new family.
$500
Exiting the Military
A gift of this amount can fund a student getting to travel home for a family emergency, funeral or for the holidays.
$1,000
Graduating from College
A gift of this size could help keep a student from choosing between being homeless or attending college.