Missouri State University Oldham Family Veteran Student Center

08/29/2026

⚾️ Take Me Out to the Ball Game! ⚾️

Our team had a great time stepping away from the office and enjoying an evening at the Springfield Cardinals game! 🧢⚾️

It was the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy some baseball, and spend time together outside of work. We’re grateful for the chance to build relationships, make memories, and enjoy a little team time!

A special shout-out to the Missouri State University Staff Senate for inviting us and giving us the opportunity to join in on the fun! ❤️💛 We truly appreciate it!

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it such a fun night! Go Cardinals! ⚾️👏

08/01/2026

🌟 August Student Spotlight 🌟

This month, we’re excited to recognize Marcus for his dedication, positive attitude, and the laughter he brings to the Veterans Student Center!

🇺🇸 Branch: Air Force
🎓 Degree: Master’s in Kinesiology and Communications
🖤🩷 Favorite Colors: Black & Pink
📅 Time at the Center: 2 years
🏋️🎤 Hobbies: Weight lifting and singing
🎄 Favorite VSC Memory: The annual staff Christmas party

Marcus has been a valued member of our team for the past two years, always willing to lend a helping hand and brighten the office with his sense of humor. Known as the office clown, he’s never far from a joke or a laugh, making every day a little more enjoyable for the staff and students around him.

We’re grateful for everything Marcus brings to the VSC and are excited to see all he accomplishes as he continues working toward his master’s degree. Thank you for your service and for being such an important part of our VSC family! 👏🇺🇸

07/17/2026

Welcome to the Oldham Family Veteran Student Center, Scarlet O'Farrell!

Please join us in welcoming Scarlet O'Farrell as the new Office Assistant and School Certifying Official (SCO) for the Oldham Family Veteran Student Center at Missouri State University.

Scarlet is a proud graduate of Southwest Missouri State University (SMSU), where she earned her degree in General Business. She recently retired after an impressive 34-year career with the U.S. Department of Justice, serving in a variety of administrative support roles. Her extensive experience, professionalism, and commitment to public service make her a wonderful addition to our team.

Outside of work, Scarlet enjoys spending time outdoors. She loves hiking, biking, kayaking, and gardening. While she jokingly admits she has "no athletic ability," she is an enthusiastic supporter of Missouri State Athletics and enjoys attending MSU football, baseball, and basketball games.

We are excited to have Scarlet join the Oldham Family Veteran Student Center and know her experience, positive attitude, and dedication to serving others will greatly benefit our military-connected students. Please help us give Scarlet a warm Bear welcome!

Raeleen Ziegler
Director

07/16/2026

🎉 Student Spotlight: Rachel & Anthony Laguna🎉

This month, we’re excited to recognize Rachel and Anthony as our Student Spotlight!

Rachel is pursuing her Master’s in Educational Technology while working as a Veteran Education Transition Liaison, where she’s passionate about helping student veterans navigate their educational journey. Her dedication to supporting others and commitment to lifelong learning make her an incredible asset to our campus community.

Anthony is an Army Veteran who is also continuing his educational journey by getting his Bachelor’s in General Studies while balancing work and personal commitments. His perseverance, determination, and commitment to achieving his goals serve as an inspiration to those around him.

Together, they demonstrate that with hard work, support, and determination, it’s possible to achieve great things both in and out of the classroom.

06/09/2026

Are you looking for part-time employment? The Oldham Family Veteran Student Center is seeking a Part-Time Office Assistant to join our team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a dedicated group of professionals while supporting military-connected students as they navigate and utilize their educational benefits in higher education.

If you are organized, customer service-oriented, and interested in making a positive impact on the student veteran community, we encourage you to apply.

Assists Assistant Director with GI BILL® certification process through the appropriate systems. Verifies student benefit eligibility for applicable benefits, ensuring the university maintains compliance with all related federal, state, and/or University policies.Receives and routes telephone calls ...

05/25/2026

05/18/2026

Members of the Oldham Family Veteran Student Center joined volunteers from Team RWB and American Legion Post 434 to place American flags at the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in honor of the brave men and women who served our country. Together, we took time to remember and recognize the sacrifices of our veterans, ensuring each grave was respectfully marked with a flag as a symbol of gratitude and remembrance.

05/08/2026

🇺🇸🎓 Graduation Day is Here! 🎓🇺🇸

Today we celebrate Veteran and service member graduates! We are so proud of everything you have accomplished and honored to have been part of your journey at Missouri State. ❤️🤍💙

If you are graduating today, don’t forget to stop by and pick up your Red, White, and Blue graduation cordon at Hammons Student Center after receiving your name card. We are here and excited to celebrate with you!

Congratulations, graduates — today is your day! 🎉

04/10/2026

Huge congratulations to Raeleen Ziegler on receiving this well-deserved Certificate of Appreciation from the National Nurses Training Program! 🇺🇸

Her dedication to supporting Veteran students and their families, along with her passion for connecting them to meaningful opportunities, truly makes a difference. This recognition is a reflection of the compassion, leadership, and commitment she brings to the Oldham Veteran Student Center and Missouri State University every single day.

Thank you for all you do to serve those who have served our country, your impact does not go unnoticed!