The Office of Veterans Affairs is dedicated to helping veterans ease the transition from military li They can also help students with many and varied interests.
Veterans Coordinator
Our Campus Director of Veterans Affairs, Fred Davis, is available to talk to veterans and prospective veterans about Rutgers–Camden, the services and resources on campus, and available services for veterans in our region. Main Office: Campus Center, 3rd floor room 301
Secondary Office: Campus Center, Lower Level, Room 017A
Phone: 856-225-2791
Email: [email protected]
Operating as usual
06/14/2024
CPAC- Community Planning & Advocacy Council is hosting a panel discussion on June 27th 11am-1pm in Pennsauken.
Our campus has been invited to attend. If you're interested in attending the event, please RSVP with Guy Still [email protected]
See the flyer for more info!
05/16/2024
As the Spring 2024 semester ends, The Office of Military & Veterans Affairs continues to push forward as they plan various events for the Fall 2024 Semester.
We look forward to the returning/incoming student veterans as well as the non-veterans students receiving a VA benefit. We are very excited to meet and welcome back the students at our various upcoming events for the fall.
Depicted in the photographs are the following
Tia Gillies {US Navy}, Zach Bautista {USMC}, Molly Buechele {Program Coordinator}, and Fred Davis {US Navy/Aircrew}.
05/08/2024
Today our office said good-bye to two of our assistants that have worked hard to help our OMVA students here on campus.
Alycia Schwamb (U.S.M.C. veteran) has worked for the office since 2022 while pursuing her JD. She could often be found late in the office to assist students after normal working hours!
Jake Kopach (U.S.M.C. Ret. veteran) has dedicated time to our students since 2021 while working towards his MSW. He established a veterans transition support group to help connect with other students that may have faced challenges as civilians.
Honorable mentions go to Anna Drew (National Guard) and Emily Krowicki (U.S.M.C. veteran) as they both have spent time in the office as assistants while pursuing their BSN.
Congratulations to these incredible four. They have made a positive impact on our OMVA community here at Rutgers- Camden. We know you will continue to do great things, and we are immensely proud to have worked with you while you accomplished these challenging degrees.
To our many OMVA students that are also graduating, we are proud of you as well. Congratulations on your amazing achievements and job well done!
04/17/2024
A fine and upstanding American woman.
As a combat veteran, Tulsi Gabbard brings firsthand experience and empathy in the latest episode of podcast. Join her and Ryan Manion as they discuss the fight for freedom, congress and making an impact after hanging up the uniform.
Listen or watch now:
🎙️: https://bit.ly/3xFdCub
📺: https://bit.ly/3Q2R393
04/17/2024
Come and celebrate the end of the 2023-2024 Academic Year with us at Rutgers Veterans House! Enjoy great food from Fritz's, outdoor tournament games, and the company of your fellow military-affiliated students. Rutgers Veteran Graduates will receive complimentary R Veteran stoles and red, white, and blue cords! We can't wait to see you there to celebrate another year down and/or your graduation!
Where: Rutgers Veterans House 14 Lafayette St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
When: Wednesday April 24, 2024
Time: Breakfast @ 9am / Lunch @ 12pm
04/08/2024
Repayment of $50,000 STUDENT LOAN/100% FREE COLLEGE TUITION- While only maintaining one weekend a month program while in school sounds like something you’re interested in?
Think about joining The National Guard!
The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is partnering with SGT Dario Colombo on April 22nd, 2024 at 11:20 am – 12:20 pm in the Executive Meeting Room on campus!
Please use the link below to reserve your spot now, please RSVP by April 12th by midnight
https://go.rutgers.edu/e9wlyvb5
SGT Dario Colombo will be joining us on campus April 22nd, 2024 to talk about all of the benefits and route of Officer Candidate School.
If you have any question(s) or concerns please email [email protected]
04/04/2024
Kindly see the additional photos from the Speaker Series highlighting World War II U.S. Army Veteran, Jake Ruser. It was truly an HONOR to hear the various stories of the engagement of Mr. Ruser's many battles throughout Europe to the Battle of the Bulge. The Battle of the Bulge being where he received the Purple Heart.
The event was well attended by both students and the veterans throughout Delaware valley that partner with the Office of Military
and Veterans Affairs each year.
Although we had many amazing members of our community and the surrounding communities, some attendees that we would lie to feature are:
Bob McKee { Senior Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance and Chief of Staff}
Bernie Kofoet { Commander of Camden County Veterans Advisory Committee}
Frank Brown { Chaplain of Camden Country Veterans Advisory Committee}
Our Master of Ceremony's, Fred Davis { U.S. Navy Aircrew Veteran}
extends a hardy Thank you to the following:
Jake Kopach { USMC Veteran}
Alycia Schwamb { USMC Veteran}
Tia Gillies {U.S. Navy Veteran}
Zach Bautista {USMC Veteran}
Molly Buechele { Program Coordinator}
Also a special Thank you to Christian Lynn, Senior Public Relations Specialist
04/04/2024
Interested in a Federal Job? Want to learn helpful tricks and tips to land one? Sign up for a Virtual Federal Job Clinic to better your chances!
When: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Time: 1:00-2:30 PM
Where: Virtual
04/04/2024
99-Year-Old WWII Veteran Shares War Stories with Rutgers–Camden 99-Year-Old WWII Veteran, Jake Ruser, recounted first hand experinces of the war as part of veteran speaker series.
03/26/2024
The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs had the honor of hosting our Second Annual Speaker Series collaborating with the IDEA Innovation Grant Program!
World War II Veteran, Jake Ruser, kicked off the start of our series. We were so grateful to hear the stories of the Battle of the Bulge and many others.
We were so happy to see you all there, & hope to see you as the rest of the series follows!
03/19/2024
Join us to listen to a rare firsthand account from a Soldier who was at the WW2 Battle of the Bulge- Jake Ruser!
March 25th 11:20-1:20 we will be hosting our featured veteran Jake Ruser for our 2024 Speaker Series at the Campus Center Executive Meeting Room.
03/05/2024
ATTENTION TO ALL VETERANS
Asplundh is Hiring!
Asplundh is prioritizing hiring veterans, Kindly see the flyer attached below with all information needed including the benefits of all employees & positions currently open.
Please contact Christian Galasso at [email protected] for more information.
03/05/2024
Our office collaborated with Career Service's to bring Bayada to the campus for pathway for nursing students. Pictured is Dr. Joanna Horst DNP RN, Chief Clinical Officer Home Health.
This event was held on Friday, March 1st on the Rutgers-Camden Campus. Over 50 nursing students participated in this boutique recruiting event.