Thank you very much for considering making a donation to the Utah State University (USU) Veterans Resource Office (VRO). Every donation to the VRO directly supports our student-Veterans and their student-dependents attending school here at USU. Hundreds of students each semester rely on the VRO to provide them valuable resources. Through generous philanthropic contributions such as yours, the VRO is better able to provide students with top-tier reintegration, peer mentoring, mental health and wellness, and academic support. As a result, and in concert with VRO staff, our students are better able to seamlessly conquer all obstacles that might otherwise derail them from achieving their academic goals.
During the 2023-24 academic year, over 210 student-Veterans and student-dependents graduated from USU with their 4-year degree, of which 128 graduated with honors, and another 80 students received their Certificates of Completion.
Some of What's Happening at the VRO
Student Spotlights
Gavin Winkler
Gavin Winkler is from Logan UT and the son of an Air Force Veteran. He shared the following about having a parent in the service and going to school at USU.
Where is the most interesting/exotic place you have lived?
Germany was by far the most interesting and exciting place I have lived.
What is the most positive/useful life lesson you learned from being a military family member?
Most useful life lesson I have learned is to be willing to try something new. As a military child, I had so many moments where things were changing, but being able to adapt and being willing to experience new things definitely made it for the better.
How has the VRO improved your experience at USU and/or helped you as a student?
The Veterans Resource Office has provided me with a comfortable place where I can study, relax, and converse with dependents who I can relate to as well veterans and active members that I can learn from.
Major at USU:
Environmental Studies
Favorite thing about being a Aggie:
My favorite thing about being an Aggie is attending the different sporting events such as basketball, football, hockey, and lacrosse games. It's always a great time and its nice to go and support our Aggies.
Paula Jaramillo
Air Force Veteran Paula Jaramillo is from Rio Vista, California. She shared the following about her service in the Air Force and experiences at USU.
What is the most positive/useful life lesson you learned from your time in the military?
So cliche but change is constant! I'm always growing and learning and learned to adapt to all situations.
Major at USU:
Dual Major of Professional Pilot/Airport Operations
How has the VRO improved your experience at USU and/or helped you as a student?
They've offered me the community that I had lost when I first left Active Duty. Everyone is so helpful and checking in on my me; it's a nice little family!
What's your favorite thing about being an Aggie, and why?
Being able to fly! What other school offers a degree and pilot certification? Also the location is amazing! Flying over the snow capped fields is breathtaking.