10.08.21

Interview with Mia Garcia, Executive Director, Texas Veterans Network at Combined Arms


Through her work at the Texas Veterans Network at Combined Arms (an IVMF partner), Mia Garcia is making a positive impact on veterans reintegrating back into their communities. Recently, in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, the IVMF asked Mia s... Read More ▶

9.24.21

Key Win for CNY with Katko-Authored Onward to Opportunity Act


U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-2) today announced nine measures he authored and critical funding levels for local manufacturers and workers were included in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2022. This bipartisan legislation, wh... Read More ▶

9.23.21

House Veterans Affairs Committee Hearing: Veteran Suicide Prevention Innovative Research and Expanded Public Health Efforts


Veteran suicide remains one of the most pressing issues for the veteran community today. The most recent available data suggest about 17 veterans die by suicide daily, and the age- and sex-adjusted rates of suicide among veterans are higher than rate... Read More ▶

9.21.21

Harnessing the Power of New Mexico’s Communities: The Case for State-wide Coordinated Care


For the last decade, the IVMF has dedicated its mission to supporting those who have served in our nation’s defense. Through innovative programs and actionable research, we’ve learned much about the asset this population represents to our communi... Read More ▶

9.14.21

Syracuse University to Award Honorary Degree to Daniel A. D’Aniello


Daniel A. D’Aniello, a global business icon and leading philanthropist, will be recognized with honorary degrees during Commencement 2020, being celebrated on Sept. 19, 2021.... Read More ▶

9.13.21

IVMF’s COO and Former NYPD Deputy Commissioner, Maureen Casey, Reflects on The 9/11 20th Anniversary


Casey served as the Deputy Commissioner with the New York City Police Department during the 9/11 attacks and participated in the City’s response and recovery efforts on that day and during the days, weeks, and months that followed.... Read More ▶

9.08.21

Reflections on 9/11: Interview with Bunker Labs Founder Todd Connor


This year, the United States marks 20 years since the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. The events of that day changed the course of history, both on a global scale and at the individual level, including for many military membe... Read More ▶

9.06.21

IVMF’s COO Maureen Casey Reflects on Her Personal Experience at Ground Zero for the September 11th 20th Anniversary


We said never forget – but have we?  While I think we have not forgotten those who were killed – they live on through their families and friends, and their names are forever etched in stone around the memorial pools at the 9/11 Memorial, I do th... Read More ▶

8.31.21

Grace Swinnerton Appointed New Visiting Librarian for Digital Library Program and Institute of Veteran and Military Families


Grace “Gigi” Swinnerton was recently appointed as Syracuse University Libraries’ new visiting librarian for the Digital Library Program and Institute of Veteran and Military Families (IVMF).... Read More ▶

8.30.21

Hurricane Ida: Resources for Veterans and Military Families


If you are a veteran or military family member directly impacted by Hurricane Ida and seeking immediate disaster or emergency relief, please see the resources below: State of Louisiana | Disaster Assistance  Disaster Relief to Veterans Brochur... Read More ▶