Syracuse VA and Syracuse University Launch VITAL Program to Support Student Veterans
The Syracuse VA Medical Center’s Military to VA (M2VA) Program is proud to partner with Syracuse University to launch the Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership (VITAL) program beginning in the 2025–2026 academic year.
Hosted by the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs Resiliency Group at Syracuse University's National Veterans Resource Center, VITAL is designed to connect Veterans with world-class VA health care while supporting their successful transition and integration into college and university life.
The VITAL program offers seamless access to both VA and campus-based resources, including:
- Transition and adjustment counseling
- Mental health and wellness support
- Help navigating campus and VA programs and benefits
As more Veterans pursue undergraduate or advanced degrees after military service, programs like VITAL help address the unique challenges they may face—including cultural adjustment, academic pressures, and physical or mental health needs.
“Transitioning from military service to civilian life can be overwhelming, and entering an academic environment adds another layer of complexity,” said Sonya Mangovski, Syracuse VA M2VA program manager. “VITAL bridges that gap, providing student Veterans the support they need to thrive both academically and personally.”
For more information about the national VITAL program and the Syracuse VA’s Military to VA program, visit: M2VA