Student Veterans of America at LSU Alexandria

Yesterday was Purple Up Day for the Month of the Military Child!
Kappa Sigma teamed up with SVA and not only promoted their 5K that’s coming up Saturday, but asked students to write encouraging words to children who have deployed parents or relatives!

It’s Purple Up Day! Month of the Military Child!

💜 Thank you for your strength while your parent serves
💜 Thank you for your sacrifice and resilience
💜 Thank you for adapting to change and new beginnings
💜 Thank you for your courage during deployments
💜 Thank you for being strong, even when it is hard
💜 Thank you for supporting your family and your hero
💜 Thank you for your bravery and your heart

Ainsley’s Angels in Louisiana will be joining us for the LSUA and Kappa Sigma Military 5K and they are looking for participants to run and roll with them! 💗❤️🤍💙

This is your chance to be part of a meaningful experience while supporting inclusion and making a difference. Whether you’re running or pushing, you’ll be part of something bigger than just a race.

Purchase your tickets on Eventbrite and join us for the Military 5K! Link in the comments!

April is a meaningful month at LSUA as we recognize both the Month of the Military Child and Child Abuse Prevention Month.

Military children face unique challenges, from frequent moves to long periods of separation from loved ones. Their strength, resilience, and sacrifice deserve to be seen and celebrated. At the same time, Child Abuse Prevention Month reminds us of the importance of creating safe, supportive environments where every child can grow, feel protected, and thrive.

Throughout April, LSUA will be hosting and participating in activities to show our support, raise awareness, and celebrate the lives of children in our community. From wearing purple to recognizing military-connected students and promoting the blue pinwheel as a symbol of prevention and hope.

Together, we can make a difference and show our commitment to supporting every child.

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Register now! Such a great cause!

The Freedman Veterans Lounge Has a New Home!!!

We are excited to share that the Freedman Veterans Lounge has officially relocated to the Student Center above the bookstore, Room W208.

This updated space was created with our military-connected students in mind. Whether you need a quiet place to study, a spot to relax between classes, or a comfortable area to connect with fellow veterans, this lounge is here for you.

Stop by, take a look around, and make yourself at home. We cannot wait for you to enjoy the new space that continues to support and honor those who have served.

📍 Student Center, above the bookstore
📍 Room W208

There is still time to donate!

💜💛 LSUA is busy helping our community! 🇺🇸

Along with our Veterans Day Drive, we’re also collecting items for our Deployed Soldier Care Packages — sending a little comfort from home to our troops overseas this holiday season. ❤️💙

🎁 Military Care Package Event
Help LSUA Student Government, the Student Veterans of America (SVA), and the LSUA Military Education Liaison at Fort Polk support our deployed soldiers through this special campus-wide initiative.

📦 Donations Accepted: November 1 – December 5

🪖 Requested Items:
Beef jerky, granola bars, a deck of cards, games, toiletries, chapstick, lotion, flavored water packets, and instant coffee or tea.

📍 Drop-Off Locations:

Veteran’s Lounge (Bolton Library)

Student Life Office (2nd Floor, Student Center)

Student Government Office (near Café)

💻 Prefer to give online?
Shop directly from our Amazon Shopping List, and items will ship straight to us!
🛒 https://a.co/b2P1v3T

Together, we can make a difference — both for our local veterans and for those proudly serving abroad. 💜💛

💜💛 LSUA is busy helping our community! 🇺🇸

Along with our Veterans Day Drive, we’re also collecting items for our Deployed Soldier Care Packages — sending a little comfort from home to our troops overseas this holiday season. ❤️💙

🎁 Military Care Package Event
Help LSUA Student Government, the Student Veterans of America (SVA), and the LSUA Military Education Liaison at Fort Polk support our deployed soldiers through this special campus-wide initiative.

📦 Donations Accepted: November 1 – December 5

🪖 Requested Items:
Beef jerky, granola bars, a deck of cards, games, toiletries, chapstick, lotion, flavored water packets, and instant coffee or tea.

📍 Drop-Off Locations:

Veteran’s Lounge (Bolton Library)

Student Life Office (2nd Floor, Student Center)

Student Government Office (near Café)

💻 Prefer to give online?
Shop directly from our Amazon Shopping List, and items will ship straight to us!
🛒 https://a.co/b2P1v3T

Together, we can make a difference — both for our local veterans and for those proudly serving abroad. 💜💛