Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement - ASU

Graduation is about more than earning a degree. It's also about the people who help make the journey meaningful.

Earlier this month, military-connected Sun Devils gathered to recognize their accomplishments and celebrate this milestone together at ASU's spring 2026 graduation ceremonies. Along the way, many found community through organizations like the Sun Devil Warrior Club, friendships formed on campus and connections made through the Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement.

Congratulations to all of our graduates on this well-earned achievement.

The Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement is honored to partner with Instruments 4 Success as they expand programming for veteran musicians.

This summer, 10 graduates from previous guitar cohorts are continuing their musical education through the first advanced guitar course at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center. We look forward to seeing what this group accomplishes.

This Month of the Military Caregiver, we are proud to recognize the people whose care, advocacy and support make a lasting difference for veterans and military families.

Anne Adkinson, program coordinator for the Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement, was recently featured in a story highlighting her experience as a military caregiver. As the full-time caregiver for her post-9/11 Marine Corps veteran husband, Anne has transformed her family’s journey into meaningful advocacy and support for others in the military and veteran community.

Through sharing her story, Anne continues to help caregivers feel seen, supported and connected to resources and community.

Watch Anne’s story and read more: https://healthyhomefront.com/homefront-stories/the-strength-behind-service-honoring-caregivers/

At the Office for Veteran and Military Academic Engagement, we recognize the courage and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in military service. We honor their memory today and always.

Veterans, military families and community members are invited to join Operation High Ground, a volunteer work weekend on the North Kaibab Plateau focused on restoring sections of the Arizona National Scenic Trail impacted by the Dragon Bravo Fire. 🌲🪓

📍 Flagstaff, Arizona
📅 June 11–14, 2026

Participants will camp together, complete daily trail maintenance projects and share community meals while supporting rehabilitation efforts near the North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park.

No experience is required — training will be provided. Please note that trail work includes moderate to strenuous physical labor.

Space is limited and pre-registration is required.
📧 [email protected]
📱 (970) 779-5740

Our partners at the ASU Center for Science and the Imagination are launching two cohorts of the Veterans Imagination Project later this fall!

This innovative initiative is designed to improve the transition from military service to civilian life, with the tools of design thinking and strategic narrative foresight. VIP is offered at no cost to all veterans and paid research opportunities are available for eligible volunteers ages 18 and older.

You can learn more and join the interest list at
links.asu.edu/Veterans-Imagination-Project-Interest-Form

Today, we honor and recognize all who are currently serving in our nation’s Armed Forces. Your dedication, sacrifice and commitment do not go unnoticed, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do in service to others.

If you’re serving or have a loved one serving, share your branch with us in the comments. 🇺🇸

Congratulations to Jakhari Ross, who is graduating this spring from The College of Health Solutions with a Master of Science in medical nutrition.

Jakhari is a first-generation college graduate and master’s student in the United States Navy, committed to setting a new standard for his family. He plans to attend medical school, with a long-term goal of serving underserved communities and improving access to quality healthcare, combining service, leadership and medicine throughout his career.

It was an honor to help welcome Jakhari to campus to celebrate this achievement alongside fellow graduates, family and the veteran community during the Veterans Honor Stole Ceremony and graduation celebrations. 🎓

Congratulations to Jasmine Kegler, who is graduating this spring from The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences with a degree in biological sciences.

Jasmine is a proud first-generation college graduate and active-duty Master Sergeant in the United States Air Force, where she has served in Financial Management for the past 12 years. Following graduation, she has been accepted into the Interservice Physician Assistant Program and will commission as an officer as she pursues her dream of serving others as a Physician Assistant.

We are proud to celebrate Jasmine and all she has accomplished, and grateful we could help support her trip to campus to celebrate this milestone in person at the Veterans Honor Stole Ceremony and graduation festivities. 🎓