From Soldier to Scholar: Dr. Scott Althaus’s Journey and Commitment to Student Veterans

Article written by: Baileigh Hannah Meet Dr. Scott Althaus, a Veteran, professor, researcher, and passionate advocate for military-connected students at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. For nearly three decades, Dr. Althaus has brought the insight and discipline of his military background into both the classroom and campus leadership. As a professor in the Department of […]

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From the Corps to the Classroom: A Veteran’s Journey Toward Purpose and Passion

For many Veterans, transitioning from military service to civilian life presents a range of challenges—especially when stepping into the world of higher education. For Javen Boettcher, a student Veteran at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the path from the Marine Corps to studying Computer Engineering has been marked by persistence, passion, and purpose. “I served […]

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