Veteran Stories
From paratrooper to psychology graduate
Veteran and University of Miami staff member Martin Peeples juggled a full-time job with college classes to earn a bachelor’s degree in psychology.
University named in Best for Vets list
This year, the University of Miami made the Military Times Best for Vets list—marking the first time since rankings began in 2013. The U's Veterans Resource Center offers many resources and programs for student veterans and veteran-connected students.
Answering the call, again: Alice Kerr’s legacy supports generations of Cane veterans
Colonel Alice Kerr, a double Cane, has dedicated her life to service. That legacy continues through a gift created by her wife, Sheryl Borg: the Colonel Alice A. Kerr Veterans Scholarship Fund.
‘I grew up fast in the Army’
John Gale—veteran, judge, and University of Miami alumnus—credits his Army experience with shaping his decades-long career as a reform-minded administrative law judge.
Honoring and celebrating ’Canes veterans
The University of Miami is recognized as one of the top universities for supporting alumni, students, faculty, and staff who serve their country.
Gratitude for our veteran ’Canes
This November we express our profound gratitude to veterans, mark the launch of a new alumni affinity group for veteran ’Canes, and spotlight five ’Canes who have served.
Spotlight on Jim Gross: OLLI Member, UM Alum, and Army Vet
Jim Gross is an active OLLI member and UM alumnus who served as a computer programmer for the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Get to know Jim and why his experience in OLLI is a valuable part of his social and intellectual life.
