Student Veterans of America Honors Organizations in the Veteran Community at NatCon 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 10, 2025) – Every year, Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognizes organizations and individuals who demonstrate an exceptional commitment to advancing the well-being, opportunities, and achievements of veterans and their communities. These honorees go far beyond their expected roles, exemplifying outstanding leadership, advocacy, and innovation. Through this recognition, SVA highlights the transformative impact these leaders and organizations have on the veteran community, inspiring others to follow in their footsteps.
SVA is proud to announce the 2024 recipients of the Partners in Excellence Awards:
The Daniel J. Edelman Corporate Champion of the Year Awardcelebrates a corporate partner whose exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment empower veterans through education, career advancement, and community building. This year, SVA is thrilled to honor The Walt Disney Company.
The Bob Dole Continued Service Award honors the legacy of a beloved public servant, U.S. Army veteran, student veteran, husband, father, and proud American—Senator Bob Dole. This award celebrates an individual or organization that exemplifies his spirit of continued service, demonstrating outstanding dedication and advocacy in support of our nation’s veterans, military families, caregivers, and supporters. SVA would like to present this award to Hiring Our Heroes.
The William Pearson Tolley Champion for Veterans in Higher Education Award recognizes a visionary leader who has made a transformative impact on student veterans’ experiences in higher education. We are proud to present this year’s award to the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration.
About Student Veterans of America
With a focused mission on empowering student veterans, Student Veterans of America® (SVA) is committed to providing an educational experience that goes beyond the classroom. Through a dedicated network of nearly 1,600 on-campus chapters in all 50 states and 4 countries representing more than 750,000 student veterans, SVA aims to inspire yesterday’s warriors by connecting student veterans with a community of like-minded chapter leaders. Every day these passionate leaders work to provide the necessary resources, network support, and advocacy to ensure student veterans can effectively connect, expand their skills, and ultimately achieve their greatest potential. For more information, visit us at www.studentveterans.org.