Finding Purpose, Community, and Direction

One of the Center’s students and work-studies was interviewed by campus Undergraduate Admissions for a podcast titled Journeys to College and Beyond. Robert Chromniak, Sergeant in the Illinois Army National Guard—an immigrant, a first‑generation college student, and a soon‑to‑be graduate of the University of Illinois. Rob shared candidly about what it’s like to transition from […]

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Serving Those Who Served: Fall 2025 Report

A look at the military-connected community at the University of Illinois and the Chez Veteran Center’s impact during the Fall 2025 semester. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is home to a vibrant and diverse military-connected community. From student veterans pursing graduate degrees to military-connected dependents beginning their college journey, each student brings unique experiences and […]

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