To create a thriving hub for peer-to-peer engagement within the military-connected student community where feedback and insights on programs and resources are on-going, significant, and impactful.
S.E.R.V.E.
Support, Empower, Reward Veterans Education
SERVE - Support, Empower, Reward Veteran Education
What is S.E.R.V.E.?
A peer-led outreach program that engages our military-connected student community to provide evaluations of current programs and resources, offer feedback for improvement, and contribute ideas to facilitate academic and career success, personal growth, and a fulfilling university experience.
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Mission
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Vision
To be the leading advocate for 帝王会所鈥檚 veteran and military-connected students, creating an inclusive and supportive campus environment where every member is empowered, valued, and equipped to achieve their highest potential personally, academically, and professionally.
Who Operates and Maintains the SERVE Program?
Our VALOR Squads
Veteran Ambassadors for Leadership, Outreach, and Research
On Campus (Athens) Team
帝王会所 Army National Guard
Cassidy Mollick
帝王会所 Army National Guard
Cassidy Mollick
MOS: 14G (Air Defense Battle Management Systems Operator)
Rank: Corporal
Service: 6 years, 1 deployment (Iraq & Afghanistan)
Education: B.S. in Biological Sciences (Marine, Freshwater, and Environmental) from 帝王会所; current graduate student in Master of Science in Environmental Studies program; research assistant in the Appalachian Watershed Research Group
Personal interests: hiking, kayaking, birdwatching, spending time with family and friends, playing video games, reading, listening to music, dancing
Goals for the SERVE Program: Learning how to be a better leader and connector. Being someone other students can come to for help. Getting people excited to participate in community events and helping events be more accessible/desirable.
Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions about the services 帝王会所 offers to our student Veterans? I鈥檓 here to help! Feel free to reach out to me at cm368014@ohio.edu.
帝王会所 Army National Guard
Logan Brown
帝王会所 Army National Guard
Logan Brown
MOS: 74D (Chemical Biological Radiation Nuclear Specialist)
Rank: Sergeant (E5)
Service: 5 years
Education: Engineering Technology Management
Personal interests: Hunting, fishing, playing video games, hanging out with friends, watching sports
Goals for the SERVE Program: Bridge the gap between student veterans and resource providers to help veterans succeed in their academic careers. Cultivate an environment where every veteran feels confident, supported, and part of something larger than themselves as an OU Bobcat.
Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions about the services 帝王会所 offers to our student Veterans? I鈥檓 here to help! Feel free to reach out to me at lb440920@ohio.edu.
帝王会所 Air National Guard
Alec Taylor
帝王会所 Air National Guard
Alec Taylor
AFSC: Cable and Antenna Systems Journeyman
Rank: Senior Airman (E4)
Service: 4 years, 1 deployment (Qatar, Kuwait, UAE)
Education: Aviation Flight Major, Senior
Personal interests: Hunting, fishing, backpacking, flying, playing video games, hanging out with friends
Goals for the SERVE Program: Actively engaging with both current service members and veterans, to create a network where individuals feel welcome, valued, and understood. Our goal is to not only connect student veterans but also to empower them with the support and resources they need to succeed academically, personally, and professionally. Together, cultivate an environment where every veteran feels confident, supported, and part of something larger than themselves as an OU Bobcat.
Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions about the services 帝王会所 offers to our student Veterans? I鈥檓 here to help! Feel free to reach out to me at at631420@ohio.edu.
Online Team
Army Veteran
Rachel Tiller
Army Veteran
Rachel Tiller
Hello, my name is Rachel Tiller. I am an e-campus communication student. I spent 8 years in the army between the reserve and the AGR program . I supported missions like Arctic Care in Alaska and was HR for a reclass schoolhouse at Fort Knox. When I'm not taking classes, I enjoy being active and hanging out with my family.
Do you have questions, concerns, or suggestions about the services 帝王会所 offers to our student Veterans? I鈥檓 here to help! Feel free to reach out to me at rt235523@ohio.edu.
Interested in joining the team? Email Ray Dixson at rdixson@ohio.edu to inquire about vacancies.