Student Veterans Organization - Wichita State University

This is an open call for anyone interested in taking up a leadership position within our club. We have several positions open, so if you see something you would like to apply for, please respond to this post with the following:

Name
Major
Class Standing (Freshman, Sophomore, etc)
Military Affiliation (if applicable)
Availability
Contact Information

An officer will reach out to you about setting up a time to talk about your desired position, expectations, and answer any questions you may have. Please see the list of open positions below.

Officer Positions:
Treasurer

The Treasurer shall keep a current record of all financial transaction; and
The Treasurer shall develop a quarterly finance report containing a list of all receipts and disbursements.
The latest report shall be maintained in a master file
The Treasurer shall be responsible for checking the accuracy of all bills and invoices and ensuring they are settled on time; and
The Treasurer shall coordinate fundraiser; and
The Treasurer will perform other duties as directed by the President
Sergeant At Arms

The Sergeant At Arms shall maintain order during meetings as necessary.
The Sergeant At Arms shall be well versed in Robert's Rules of Order Revised, Latest Edition, to ensure the rules are followed.
The Sergeant At Arms shall have the authority to remove an unruly person from meetings if necessary.
Director of Public Relations

The Director of Public Relations shall handle daily communication, advertising and promotion of the SVO; and
The Director of Public Relations shall produce marketing materials for the SVO and organizational events; and
The Director of Public Relations shall produce press releases and forward them to the proper organizations for all events of the SVO; and
The Director of Public Relations shall oversee all social media and web pages that are in direct connection with the SVO.

Chairperson Positions:
Membership

The Membership Chair is responsible for processing membership; and
The Membership Chair is responsible for conducting membership drives to increase and promote SVO membership
Education

The Education Chair is responsible for creating study groups that enhance the member’s probability of success as students.
Services

The Services Chair is responsible for creating programs for member wrapping, veteran integration seminars, organization guest speakers; and
The Services Chair is responsible for disseminating knowledge that addresses veterans' needs issues that will enhance their probability of success as students.
Community

The community Chair is responsible for creating programs and events for philanthropy and community promotion and community awareness.
Advocacy

The Advocacy Chair is responsible for obtaining and disseminating information on issues that affect student veterans; and
The Advocacy Chair is responsible for leveraging the organization to affect local, state, and federal policy when in the best interest of the organization.

Currently, we have weekly staff meetings on Fridays at 10am. This day and time may be subject to change from semester to semester, depending on schedules. If you would like to ask questions, feel free to stop by during a meeting, or reply to this post. Thank you!

Room Change! We will now be in Room 240!!

LOCATION CHANGE!! Due to inclement weather that is expected for tomorrow, we have had to move our pancake fundraiser indoors. You’ll be able to find us in Hubbard Hall, in the lobby.

Stop by Grace Wilkie Hall Room 105 and browse our information tables! Opportunities for scholarships, internships, and jobs after graduation abound with the Military and Veteran Student Services Center, so come by and see if anything interests you.

We will be hosting the virtual side of things on Discord, so follow the link to join!

Join the Student Veterans Organization Discord Server! Check out the Student Veterans Organization community on Discord - hang out with 2 other members and enjoy free voice and text chat.

Add us on GroupMe!

Members of, and students interested in, the Student Veterans Organization are invited to attend the first monthly Town Hall. The officers will introduce themselves and the organization, what it means to be a member, as well as the opportunities and community we hope to offer anyone who decides to sign up. The meeting will be available online as well as in person and is open for anyone to attend, regardless of status as a Military or Veteran student.

Come one, come all to the first ever SVO Chili Day! We will be set up on the second floor of the Rhatigan Student Center (RSC) in Room 265 from 11a-1p. First come, first served while supplies last, so don't miss your chance!

Farewell breakfast for Sam Jones (school certification official) as he is off on his next adventure, you will be missed Sam!

-message from VFW Post 112-

Greetings Millennial Veteran Friends in Kansas ! Come and fellowship with us in Wichita at VFW Post 112. We have post dinners on Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm.

We are seeking to grow our Millennial membership and do things different with an open mind to attract younger and post 9/11 vets.

We also have a Grief Group on Thursdays as well as a PTSD Support Group on Fridays. These groups are facilitated by a clinician and meet at from 430p-530p on those days .

See our post calendar and reach out with any questions you may have. We look forward to connecting with all vets!

https://vfw112.org/di/vfw/v2/default.asp?pid=83989&caltype=Post&1=2

vfw112.org VFW - Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 112,

Today was the last day distributing toys with Toys for Tots, SVO members, including the President elect, participated this week.

Good afternoon Members,

Today the Student Veterans of America posted some amazing news regarding the upcoming 2021 NATCON. For those of you who are interested please check out their update (including free registration for the first 1000 students, and swag for the first 3000).

As always we hope you and your families are all safe and doing well throughout this time.

NatCon 2021 | Student Veterans of America NatCon is the largest annual convening of Post-9/11 veterans in the world. Register for NatCon 2021 today!

Big thank you to Kappa Delta Chi who donated snack bags to the Student Veterans on campus

Had some special little hands helping plant flags today

Flag planting has commenced

It’s that time of year again, more information of the toys for tots collection drive TBA

Hello Everyone,
As the new semester starts we are moving forward with changes, the Military and Veteran Service center will have changes as the following:
• Hours of operation for the center will be Monday through Friday 0800 to 1700; Director Burks and our school certifying official Sam Jones will have set office hours times and days but will work from home also; questions and paper work may be completed online or by email.
• Everyone who visits the center is asked to wear a mask while in the center- this is a campus regulation for everyone that is in buildings with other people- an exception to this will be if you are in the study room by yourself you may remove your mask while in the room.
• There will be a temperature check when you come into the center and hand sanitizer for your use.
• The lounge area at the front of the center will be encouraged to be used for short amounts of time only instead of whole day use.
• The quiet room and study room will be able to be used by one person at a time in each on a first come first serve basis.
• The computer room will be available for two students at a time in each room on a first come basis.
• Clean up after yourself and use the disinfectant wipes after using a room or equipment (similar to gym equipment use)
• The kitchen will no longer be able to be used for food storage or eating. Coffee will no longer be available.
• General member meetings will be help on a virtual basis with a recording available on social media.
If resources are needed or if your have questions feel free to contact myself or a MVS center employee. I hope everyone has a great semester and I look forward to serving you.
Thank you,
Victoria Gallagher
Student Veterans of America- Wichita State Chapter President
[email protected]