Southeastern designated a Military Friendly Spouse School
Thursday, April 29, 2021 
by: Tonya Lowentritt
HAMMOND –Southeastern Louisiana University has been named a Military Friendly®
Spouse School for 2021-2022.
Viqtory Media, publisher of “G.I. Jobs,” states the listing honors the top colleges,
universities and trade schools for their leading practices, outcomes and effective
programs for military spouses.
“Southeastern has made a concerted effort in the past several years to focus
on military service members, veterans and their families,” said Director of Military
and Veteran Success Matt Watkins, a U.S. Air Force Veteran. “Southeastern has created
innovative programming, services, events and resources for our veterans, dependents
and military population. All of our staff members feel there is no greater calling
than serving those who have served us.”
Southeastern enrolls 557 veteran and military service members. The university
maintains a Veterans Upward Bound program; has an Office of Military and Veteran Success
that assists students in obtaining benefits and with other issues; provides academic
and other counseling services; offers scholarships specifically for military students
and veterans; and maintains a wide range of online and distance learning programs
that provide students with flexibility in scheduling.
A recent addition to campus is the Southeastern Student Veterans and Military
Interest Association, a group open to veterans, reservists, spouses, dependents, and
ROTC participants attending both Southeastern and Northshore Technical Community College.
The association was founded to help the school administration better understand and
meet the needs of veterans; offer advice from experienced to incoming veterans; help
civilians better understand the military experience; and provide opportunities for
veterans to meet one another and connect.
“Schools that achieve designation show true commitment and dedication in their
efforts. Our standards assist schools by providing a benchmark that promotes positive
educational outcomes, resources, and support services,” said National Director of
Military Partnerships for Military Friendly® Kayla Lopez. “Focusing on the betterment
of the educational landscape and providing positive outcomes and economic opportunity
for the military community.”
Viqtory Media is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business founded in
2001. In addition to “G.I. Jobs,” the company also publishes the magazine “Military
Spouse.”
