6 take part in a transformative experience like none other, tailored to their lived circumstances and curated to their individual needs. Of the 45 Presidents of the United States, 26 have served in the U.S. Military, and 96 veterans are currently serving in the U.S. Congress. About eight percent of Fortune 500 CEOs served in the military. Veteran households in the U.S. are economically better off than non-veteran households. Finally, student veterans graduate at higher rates and with higher GPAs than their peers. These facts make it abundantly clear that veterans are not the broken, as often depicted in the media. While there are many with greater needs because of the scars borne from battle, SVA has recognizes the abilities, talents, and brilliance that are natural to veterans, because they are vetted through one of the most stringent qualifying processes in the world. SVA’s mission has been one of elevation and empowerment, where great women and men returning from service are civic assets. The veterans who are currently experiencing the transformative power of higher education will soon be leading top governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations, and companies, including you. SVA’s impact from the support of Chapter engagement through individual leadership development will be felt in the innovation, passion, and brilliance of their leadership.
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