UL Lafayette Office of Veteran and Military Student Services

Join the Acadiana Cane Cutters this Friday at 7pm for Military Appreciation Game at Fabacher Field!! Free entry with Military ID! You can also bring spouses and children! Thanks for the invitation Cane Cutters!!

Happy Birthday to the United States Army!!!

Today marks the anniversary of D-Day. 80 years ago today, brothers in arms, many of the college aged or younger fearlessly stormed the beaches of Normandy, France knowing full well they would never survive. We owe our freedom to the men we know as the Greatest Generation. Below is a list of all know D-Day participants from Louisiana, If you know of any names that are missing please add them in the comments.

First Lieutenant James Holstun of Gibsland.
First Lieutenant Howard Brewster of Ruston.
Technical Sergeant Francis Guillory of Eunice.
Staff Sergeant Alvin Rainey of New Orleans.
Staff Sergeant Clarence Uzee of Lockport.
Sergeant George Weil of Rayne.
Sergeant Leonard Davis of Sabine Parish.
Sergeant John Hall of Oak Grove.
Sergeant John Emanus of Sabine Parish.
Technician John Bray of New Orleans.
Technician Fields Rush of Pineville.
Technician John Berlin of New Orleans.
Technician Alexander Oakley of New Orleans.
Technician 5th Class Royd Keys of Winnsboro.
Technician 4th Class Luther Lockey of Shreveport.
Machinist Mate Richard Harang of New Orleans.
Motor Machinist's Mate Glenn Soap of Shreveport.
Corporal Sidney Manuel of Eunice.
Corporal Albert Callais.
Corporal Frank Cheek of Rapides Parish.
Private First Class Bose Kelly of Shreveport.
Private First Class Houston Duhon of New Iberia.
Private First Class Reginald Brock of Rayville.
Private First Class Claude Brownell of Madison Parish.
Private First Class Earl Howe of Marksville.
Private First Class J.T. Pardue of Union Parish.
Private Whitney Faulk of New Orleans.
Private Andrew Kling of Dutchtown.
Private Joe Peters.
Private Simpson Courson of Bastrop.
Private Raymond Bell of LaSalle Parish.
Private George Baragona of Slidell.
Private Sidney DeRise of Rayne.
Private R. Sidney Ewing

The Military Student Activities Collection in our University Archives are currently being processed!

The Military Student Activities Collection in our University Archives are currently being processed!

There were 18 scrapbooks found, designed for the Arnold Air Society of USL containing photos and newspaper clippings dating from 1948 to Spring of 1987. Some scrapbooks were even put together using wood for the covers and back. These materials are being taken out of the scrapbooks and organized into folders by organization and year. The reason for this is many of the materials were placed in forms that are harmful to the archival objects and can be damaging, like being placed on construction paper and taped. Some of the pictures are continuously falling out of the scrapbooks because they are not secure and can be lost. The pictures will be place in photo sleeves where they will be secure and protected. The newspaper clippings will be placed in customized folders and the wood covers will also be preserved through phase boxing.

We want to make sure that all our archival materials are in good condition for preservation and viewing to sustain for the future and to clearly represent the history they hold.

Meet Navy Veteran and Graduate Architecture Student Jason Funderburg.

https://youtu.be/PMfDTt-hu-U?feature=shared
https://louisiana.edu/news/graduate-student-jason-funderburgh-believes-community-collaboration-can-create-human-centered-architecture

Happy National Medal of Honor Day!

National Medal of Honor Day is a time to remember the sacrifices of men and women in uniform who have earned this highest of military honors. Thank you for all that you do!

Happy National Medal of Honor Day!

National Medal of Honor Day is a time to remember the sacrifices of men and women in uniform who have earned this highest of military honors. Thank you for all that you do!

Moving Day is here!

Our office is happy to announce that we will be moving to our new Vet Center on Monday, January 22nd. We ask that you please be patient with us during this time. While phone lines will be down for the day, you will still be able to leave a voicemail, as our phone numbers will remain the same.

The processing of paperwork will be put on hold for a few days while we get the computers up and running and settle into our new space.

On Tuesday, January 23rd, our new home will be on the mezzanine in Agnes Edwards Hall room M-160. We are very excited for all of you to see the new center.

Wednesday - The military Branch being hi-lighted is the U.S. Air Force 🇺🇸 ✈️
We have several UL Students that are currently serving or are Veterans of the U.S. Air Force. Here are a few that we are proud to recognize:

Come join us this Saturday, November 11th for our annual Stuff the Boat donation drive!🚤

Come join us this Saturday, November 11th for our annual Stuff the Boat donation drive!🚤

We will be accepting non-perishable, blankets, toiletries, new clothing and more. All proceeds will be sent to St. Michael’s Center for Veterans and St. Joseph’s Diner. 🤟🏼🌶

We are excited to see y’all Saturday.

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Recently one of our Student Veterans and his family lost everything they owned due to a house fire. Our student along with his entire family will have to begin from scratch to rebuild their entire lives again. He is also a father to a child who is battling cancer and is in need of medicine that was destroyed in the fire. Please consider donating any amount you can and please share this post.
Please click on the link for any donations

Rebuilding Our Lives After a Devastating Fire, organized by Marlon Francis Dear Friends and Supporters, Last night, our lives were forever chan… Marlon Francis needs your support for Rebuilding Our Lives After a Devastating Fire

THE CAJUNS ARE ON NATIONAL TV!
The Cajuns are back home this Saturday to take on the Bobcats of Texas State at 2:30pm for the annual
Louisiana Salutes game!
Fans are encouraged to WEAR BLACK and pack Cajun
Field for this nationally televised game!
Here is what you can expect on game day:

Free Tickets for Vets - All military members, active or retired, and families of KIA can receive a free ticket to the game by logging in or making an account with VetTix!

Pregame Entertainment - Enjoy Music Under the Oaks from 12pm-1:30pm featuring rock band Shotgun Lillie!

Letters to Active Soldiers - Write a letter to an active solider at Our Lady of Lourdes Family Tailgate located inside Russo Park for your chance to win a custom Ragin' Cajuns Stars and Stripes tailgate pack!

Giveaways - This week's game sponsor, Our Lady of Lourdes Health, will be giving away water bottles and stadium seats at gates!

Concessions Deals - The first 1,000 active duty or retired military members who show their military ID at the visitor's side Grab and Geaux stand will receive a free Budweiser brand beer! Show your military ID at any Sodexo regular concessions stand and receive a free small popcorn! Both offers courtesy of Sodexo and Schilling!

Secure your seats today online or to avoid fees, go through the Louisiana Athletics Ticket Office at the CAJUNDOME at 444 Cajundome Blvd, Lafayette, LA 70506

Click here for more details regarding the event: https://facebook.com/events/s/military-appreciation-game/280958001472614/

REMINDER!!! MILITARY APPRECIATION GAME!!!

SUBMIT PHOTOS OF YOURSELF OR LOVED ONES WHO SERVED AND THOSE WHO ARE ACTIVELY SERVING IN THE MILITARY TO BE RECOGNIZED ON THE VIDEOBOARD FOR THIS UPCOMING GAME OCTOBER 7TH AT THE CAJUN FIELD.

‼️‼️PLEASE SEND YOUR SUBMISSIONS TO GEAUXCAJUNS@ LOUISIANA.EDU‼️‼️

HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!

Ruck & Run for Heroes 10K Ruck or Fun Run loop course in Youngsville on Veterans Day morning to raise money for Acadiana Veteran Alliance's Work and Heal Programs

Cajuns Football tickets are available on Vet Tix!!!!

Happy 102nd Birthday to an absolute HERO, Mr Jim Bollich. In 2019 the Student Veteran Organization had the honor and privilege of meeting with and hearing him tell his story, We are forever grateful to have had this opportunity.

Below is his story in his own words:
https://youtu.be/u0HD6eEcViU

Fundraiser, meal train launched for Lafayette police officer injured in Saturday shooting

Meal Train Plus for Injured Lafayette PD Officers A Meal Train page is active for Injured Lafayette PD Officers. MealTrain.com simplifies the process of giving and receiving meals and more.

Thursday, August 10
Louisiana Employment Readiness Workshop

Louisiana Employment Readiness Workshop Join NextOp & the Acadiana Veteran's Alliance for an Employment Readiness Workshop!

First known as the “Badge for Military Merit," George Washington created the Purple Heart more than 240 years ago, making it the oldest U.S. military award. Today, we honor Purple Heart recipients and their loved ones for their service and sacrifice.

In 2019, VA amended its priority processing categories, giving Purple Heart recipients priority consideration during the claims review process. Purple Heart recipients who submitted initial disability compensation claims on or after April 1, 2019 will be added to nine categories of emergent claims requiring priority processing from the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA).

File your claim at https://www.va.gov/disability/how-to-file-claim/.

UL Lafayette student military members, veterans to ‘smoke out’ Food Network’s “BBQ USA” TV show The University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Office of Veteran and Military Student Services’ signature fundraising event will be featured on the Food Network TV show “BBQ USA” .

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Student Veterans Organizations signature fundraising event will be featured on the Food Network TV show “BBQ USA”

UL Lafayette student military members, veterans to ‘smoke out’ Food Network’s “BBQ USA” TV show The University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Office of Veteran and Military Student Services’ signature fundraising event will be featured on the Food Network TV show “BBQ USA” .

We’re really looking forward to August 7th! It’s our TV debut! It’ll be great seeing some of the outstanding teams that come to our event every year highlighted by BBQ USA / Michael D. Symon and the Food Network! We appreciate them spending time with us.
https://www.foodnetwork.com/.../episodes/battle-on-the-bayou

A The LA Dept. of Veteran affairs is hosting a Veterans Career and Education Fair is being held this Friday, May 19th in Baton Rouge.

May AVA Networking Social Join us at the May AVA Networking Social! We will have complimentary beer and wine, and a great group of local veterans and professionals!

Congratulations to Ryan Hood and all of our graduating Student Veterans!!

Acadiana Veteran Alliance is all set up and ready for YOU! If you’re a Veteran looking for a new career go to their hiring event TOMORROW!