University Hosts Veteran Schools Certifying Conference

Posted by Andy Cunningham on June 18, 2025 at 11:45 AM

Fitchburg State University President Donna Hodge, Secretary of Executive Office of Veterans Services Jon Santiago, and Massachusetts Department of Higher Education Deputy Commissioner for Academic Affairs & Student Success Richard Riccardi welcomed representatives from colleges and universities across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, today for the the Veterans Certifying Official Conference sponsored by the state Department of Higher Education. Certifying officials on campuses help student veterans get the GI Bill benefits to which they are entitled. Assistant Commissioner for Academic & Veterans Affairs George O'Connor  greeted the conference attendees who will take part in sessions on topics related to supporting student veterans on campus and helping them complete their academic goals. You can read about Fitchburg State's Veteran Services here.

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Fitchburg State University Military and Veteran Services Director Nolan Buck, Secretary of Executive Office of Veterans Services Jon Santiago,  Fitchburg State University President Donna Hodge, and Massachusetts Department of Higher Education Deputy Commissioner for Academic Affairs & Student Success Richard Riccardi

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