Eastern Michigan University is ranked #1 in Michigan and #9 in the U.S. as a military and veteran-friendly campus

YPSILANTI, Mich., April 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — For the seventh year in a row Eastern Michigan University ranks among the nation’s best of the best military and veteran-friendly universities, ranked No. 1 in Michigan and No. 9 in the US for 2024-2025.

In its 14th year the Military friendly^® Schools list provides a comprehensive guide for veterans and their families, using data from federal agencies, veteran students, and survey information from participating organizations.

“We make it clear to our student veterans from day one that they have chosen the right place,” said Lt. Col. US Army (retired) Mike Wisedeputy director of Military and Veterans Services at Eastern Michigan University. “Just as the military instills a sense of camaraderie and care for one another, we provide that same level of support to our student veterans, military students and beneficiaries. We care deeply about their success and prioritize their needs with the utmost care. dedication and respect.”

Students like it Marine Corps veteran Angelo De Pollo are examples of the quality of the program: “When I first came to Eastern, I was unsure about the transition from the military to academia,” DePollo said. “Before classes started, the dedicated staff at the Veterans Center got a hold of me and quickly got me acclimated to my new life on campus. They have supported me since day one, just like the Marines I served with.”

In 2014, Eastern Michigan University has made its inauguration military and veteran support centerand then dedicates it to the memory of the late US Army Lieutenant Colonel Charles S. Kettlesa prized medal from Honor recipient, EMU alum and resident of Ypsilanti. Building on this commitment, the center expanded its scope of services to veterans in 2015 after Eastern’s receipt of the TRIO-Veteran Student Support Services subsidy from the US Department of Education.

About the lieutenant Col. Charles S. Kettles Military and Veterans Services Center
University of Eastern Michigan Lt. Col. Charles S. Kettles Military and Veterans Services Center serves more than 500 student veterans, spouses and dependents annually. The retired military staff understands the specific needs of veterans and military students and their families and is proud of our long history of military and veteran friendliness. The EMU also takes pride in its production of army officers Army ROTC Eagle Battalion, founded in 1952, which reinforces the military-friendly character of the institution. EMU student veterans receive individualized resume writing, academic advising, and employment preparation coaching. Student veterans will receive increased priority and service in admission and registration and will be recognized for their service at commencement ceremonies.

About Eastern Michigan University

Founded in 1849, Eastern is the second-oldest public university in Michigan. It currently serves more than 13,000 students pursuing bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, doctoral, and certificate degrees in the arts, sciences, and professions. In total, more than 300 majors, minors and concentrations are taught through the university’s Colleges of Arts and Sciences; Company; Education; Engineering and Technology; Health and Human Services; and its graduate school. National publications regularly recognize EMU for its excellence, diversity and commitment to applied education. Visit the university rankings And points of pride websites for more information. For more information about Eastern Michigan Universityvisit the University website. Visit www.universiteit.nl to stay informed about university news, activities and announcements EMU today.

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