Oct. 16, 2024

Ferris State Veterans Services, Admissions staff proud of MVAA’s ‘Veteran Friendly-Gold’ designation for supporting student veterans

Ferris State University’s programs and support efforts for students with military service backgrounds are again being recognized with Gold-level status from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.

Charlotte Tetsworth, Ferris State’s associate director of Admissions Processes, said the university has been a Gold-level institution since the MVAA began these designations in 2015 and are a point of pride for the university.

“There is a checklist that details compliance with the agency’s requirements, and we are happy to ‘show our work’ every year as we submit for reauthorization,” Tetsworth said. “Our primary role is to provide the best service possible and help student veterans and dependents receive all available benefits.

Ferris State also seeks to provide a well-rounded experience.

“It is important to offer activities and support, so they have the help they need in finding success at Ferris State,” Tetsworth said.

Tetsworth said the Veteran Resource Center, Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid and Ferris State Admissions are mindful of their collaborative role.

“This is a unique group of students, and we enjoy our ability to provide each opportunity possible,” Tetsworth said. “We must follow a fine line of providing this assistance to students who reach out to receive our help, so we are very willing to provide all possible services to them once that relationship begins. Because a variety of professionals on campus are part of this connection, we ask that those interested email us to make that initial request.”

Gold, Silver and Bronze level designations are awarded by the MVAA.