Florida State College at Jacksonville opened the new Military and Veterans Service Center on its South Campus with a Nov. 14 ribbon-cutting.
The 4,800 square-foot-area is designed to provide and expand services for veteran and military students and their dependents, the college said in a news release.
The center offers a holistic, student-centered environment that supports academic and career goals, in addition to their personal well-being.
FSCJ leaders, administrators, faculty, staff, students and alumni gathered with military, state and community leaders for the event.
“The entire FSCJ family takes great joy and pride in our opportunity to serve, partner and walk alongside this population of students,” John Avendano, FSCJ president, said in the release.
The center is the principal advocate for active-duty military, veterans, military spouses and dependents at the college, ensuring their needs and challenges are met. Within this area, military and military-affiliated students are connected to resources and assistance that support their educational pursuit and a smooth transition to civilian life.
“This Center embodies our goal and charge to become the most military-friendly college in the nation,” Mishaw Cuyler, FSCJ executive director of military affairs and veteran services and a retired lieutenant colonel, said in the release. “The MVSC serves as the centerpiece in actualizing our vision.”
The design team used an open floor plan concept for the project to maximize space and provide a variety of flexible options for educational and personal resources, according to the release. Students can have individual spaces, as well as larger spaces for collaboration. It has large lounge area with gaming stations, a kitchen with lockers and a training classroom. The center also houses offices and other amenities for staff.
To learn more about FSCJ’s Military and Veterans Service Center, visit fscj.edu/military-veterans
