2. Who am I? Jason Collins US Navy Master-At-Arms 2002-2007
SUNY Adirondack Graduate
SUNY Plattsburgh Graduate
Veterans Outreach Coordinator

3. Center for Labor Studies Hartsdale Hauppauge Ithaca Johnstown Lakewood
Albany
Alfred
Auburn
Batavia
Binghamton
Brooklyn
Buffalo
Canandaigua
Corning
Dunkirk
East Syracuse
Fort Drum
Harry Van Arsdale Jr
Center for Labor Studies
Hartsdale
Hauppauge
Ithaca
Johnstown
Lakewood
Latham
Lockport
Manhattan
Nanuet
Newburgh
Old Westbury
Olean
Plattsburgh
Queensbury
Riverhead
Rochester
Saratoga Springs
Schenectady
Staten Island
Utica
Watertown

4. Why are we different?
Mentorship Model Utilizing Specially Trained Veteran and Military Faculty Advisors
More than 90% of Our Faculty hold a Ph.D or the Highest Degree In Their Field
Online Flexibility with Human Interaction
Free Credit for Prior Learning and Life Experience for Veteran and Military
Associates Degrees through Masters Degrees All Available Online and Through Flexible Study Options
Customizable Degree Programs Tailored to Fit the Need of the Student

5. Flexible Study Options
Students decide what, where and how they study
Guided Independent Study
Work one-to-one with faculty mentor
Study Groups
Onsite seminar-style studies
Online Courses
Over 500 online courses …
the largest provider of online education in SUNY system
Residency-based Studies
One or two-day gatherings with faculty and other students
Cross Registration
Takes classes offered at other colleges and universities
Internships
Work in an environment that prepares the student for the marketplace

6. Undergraduate Areas of Study
The Arts: media arts, graphic design, visual and performing arts
Business, Management and Economics: accounting, business administration, human resource, information systems management
Community and Human Services: criminal justice services, emergency management services, health and human services
Cultural Studies: communication, philosophy, religious studies
Educational Studies: adult education, early childhood education, lifelong learning
Historical Studies: American history , military history, public history
Human Development: child development, psychology, public health
Interdisciplinary Studies: combine studies from various program areas
Labor Studies: general labor history, labor studies, labor- management relations
Public Affairs: criminal justice, emergency management, homeland security, public administration, public policy,
Science, Mathematics and Technology: computer science, information systems, mathematics, natural sciences, technology
Social Science: political science, sociology, public policy, women’s studies

7. Graduate Studies Business, Management and Leadership
MBA in Healthcare Leadership (online with executive retreats)
MBA in Business Management (online)
Management
International Business
MS in Finance (online)
Corporate Finance
International Finance
General
Policy Studies
M.A. in Community and Economic Development (online)
M.A. in Work and Labor Policy (online with residencies)
M.A. in Social and Public Policy (online with residencies)
Education
M.A. in Adult Learning (online)
M.A. in Learning and Emerging Technologies (online)
M.A.T. in Adolescent or Middle Childhood Education (online with in- person requirements)
Transitional B certification pathway
Clinically rich residency pathway
M.A.T. in Adolescent Special Education (initial certification) - online with in-person requirements
M.Ed. in Adolescent Special Education (additional certification) - online
M. Ed. in Teaching and Learning (online)
Liberal Studies
M.A. in Liberal Studies (online with residencies)
School of Nursing and Allied Health
M.S. in Nursing

8. Graduate Certificates
American Studies (12 credits)
Child and Family Advocacy (12 credits)
Community Advocacy (12 credits)
Emerging Media and Technology for the Arts (12 credits)
Financial Management and Analysis (12 credits)
Global Brand Marketing (12 credits)
Global Finance and Investment (15 credits)
Healthcare Management (12 credits)
Heritage Preservation (12 credits)
Human Resource Management (12 credits)
Information Technology Management (12 credits)
Innovation Management and Technology Transfer (12 credits)
Marketing Analytics and Brand Management (15 credits)
Nonprofit Management (12 credits)
Optometry Business Management (18 credits)
Project Management (12 credits)
Public History (15 credits)
Social Entrepreneurship (12 credits)
STEM Education and Emerging Technologies (12 credits)
Teaching and Learning with Emerging Technologies (15 credits)
Veterans' Services (12 credits)
Women and Corporate Leadership (12 credits)
Women's and Gender Studies (12 credits)
Work and Public Policy (12 credits)
Workforce Development (12 credits)

9. Office of Veteran and Military Education
Fully Staffed and Dedicated Office
Personnel Include: Director, Fort Drum Site Supervisor, Academic Services Specialist, Student Services Specialist, Pre- Enrollment Advisor, 3 Military Outreach Coordinators, Veteran Outreach Coordinator, 5 Support Staff
Military Outreach Coordinators in California, Colorado and Pennsylvania
Supports Students from Pre-Enrollment Through Alumni
Perform Free Preliminary Review of All Transfer Credit to Include the JST and CCAF Transcripts
Communicate on Behalf of Veteran and Military Students and the Faculty and Staff to Maximize the Educational Experience
Provide On Base Courses and Support at Fort Drum and Coast Guard Base Fort Wadsworth Long Island
NYS Veterans Benefits Advisor on Location
Assist in Applying for and Maximizing All Funding Types Including VA Funding, NYS Funding, Active Duty T/A, Guard T/A
Attend Educational Fairs, Job Fairs, Veteran Summits, etc Nationwide
Coordinate and Facilitate Family Fun Events, Veterans Day Parade, Lunch and Learns, Wreaths Across America

10. Why do Vets and Military Come to SUNY Empire State College?
Convenient
Affordable
Transfer Credits
Office of Veteran and Military Education
SUNY Credibility
Reputation

11. Questions?