WV Veterans

01/14/2024

Congratulation to our Student Veterans of America Chapter! The organization was recently named Chapter of the Year by the Student Veterans of America organization at NatCon 2024.

“During the last year, the chapter has built a community of belonging for all student veterans on their campus, has advocated for veterans in their community and in West Virginia, and has established Marshall University as a place for veterans in higher education. This achievement not only reflects their outstanding accomplishments, but also showcases the true spirit of Student Veterans of America.” - Jared Lyon, president and CEO of Student Veterans of America

Read more at https://bit.ly/48LxHNb

01/07/2024

Congratulations to our 2023 SVA Chapter of the Year, Marshall University Student Veterans Association – Marshall University!

12/31/2023

As I work alongside 7 other veterans from across the country in the VFW-SVA Legislative Fellowship, I want to continue highlighting what we are advocating for in Washington, DC.

It's disheartening to see many of my fellow service members falling through the cracks despite the availability of multiple programs designed to assist veterans. It's important to understand the underlying reasons behind this and ensure that no veteran is left behind.

To address this urgent issue, we are working with both sides of the aisle to promote the Not Just A Number Act (S. 928). This proposed legislation would require the VA to improve its benefits system to reach past the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) and into the Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA), with a focus on preventing veteran su***des. The bill mandates a comprehensive analysis of the VA benefits that have the most significant impact on su***de prevention and the development of a plan to optimize their utilization.
By taking a proactive approach, we can bring about real change and provide the necessary support to those who have served our nation.

12/08/2023

As the VFW-SVA Legislative Fellows continue to work towards reducing su***de within the veteran and military community, we ask for your support. Please reach out to your elected officials and encourage them to support S. 928, Not Just a Number Act. Let's fight the battles here at home and prevent the loss of our brothers, sisters, sons, daughters, mothers, and fathers. Pass S. 928, and let's continue the battle against veteran su***de.

11/01/2023

This is a great way to support veterans!
The majority of service members transitioning back into civilian life are doing so through higher education. It’s important to support these programs in order to provide opportunities for our WV Veterans.

Come and join us for a night of fun, laughter, and food at our 1st Annual “Elimination Dinner”! We will have drawings, raffles, 50/50 tickets and more! Join us on November 11th, 2023, Veterans Day! Doors Open at 5, Dinner is Served at 6!

09/20/2023

This is a great event and opportunity for veterans, dependents, and service members in higher education. Don't have a MySVA account? It's OK, you can register the day of on-site.

07/22/2023

06/29/2023

We are looking for local veterans and service member. Apply at Marshall.edu/Testament

05/05/2023

For any veteran in need!

If you or a loved one are a veteran who is homeless or facing homelessness, we can help. Learn more about how we are fighting homelessness: veterans.wv.gov/resources/Pages/default.aspx

04/17/2023

The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. The PACT Act adds to the list of health conditions that we assume (or “presume”) are caused by exposure to these substances. This law helps us provide g...

03/25/2023