Veterans Alliance
Events and Membership
- Vets Virtual Office Hours:
- Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- Access via Zoom; no appointment required
To become a member of the Veterans Alliance, please submit a membership form so you can be informed of upcoming meetings and events. There is no cost associated with membership and no time commitments. Members can attend as many meetings and events as they would like. Individual membership in ERGs is strictly voluntary and open to all individuals who are interested in promoting diversity, equity and inclusiveness. Refer to the ERG benefits and guidelines for more information.
Resources
- CMU Veterans & Military Community — Information on veterans education benefits, campus services, and the military and veterans community at CMU and in the Pittsburgh community
- Veterans Resource Center — Faculty, staff and student veterans can visit to get help with their many federal, state and local benefits; located in the lobby of the GATF Building on Forbes Avenue (view photos of the center [pdf])
- Veterans Leadership Program — Pittsburgh-based organization offering career development, housing, wellness and supportive services
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs — Access and manage VA benefits and healthcare
- VetResources — Weekly newsletter with resources for veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors
- Veterans Place — Pittsburgh-based organization that empowers veterans to transition out of homelessness and helps at-risk veterans become engaged, valuable citizens who contribute to their communities
- Veterans Crisis Line — 24/7, confidential crisis support for veterans and their loved ones
News
- CMU students, faculty, and staff can save up to 60% on tickets to all Pittsburgh Opera performances with the promo code POCMU. The Pittsburgh Opera also offers a military discount for 20% off that any non-students can take advantage of with the promo code POMILITARY.
- CMU was recognized as a Top 10 Military Friendly® School in the Tier 1 Research Institution category for 2023–24, and has also been designated as a Military Spouse Friendly® School. Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military community.
- CMU received the Pro Patria award from Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). This is the highest level award that may be bestowed by an ESGR State Committee.
Mission Statement
To provide a community for active duty military, veterans and those who feel a kinship to support our veterans and military personnel across the Carnegie Mellon University campus, for sharing like experiences and interests, opportunities for engagement within the university community, and for providing outreach related to veteran and active duty military benefits from a variety of sources.
Leadership
Michael Schneider, Co-Lead
Michael Schneider is the director of facilities for Student Affairs, where he is responsible for capital projects as well as the maintenance activities within the Division of Student Affairs Facilities. Prior to coming to Carnegie Mellon University, Michael worked in both the public and private sector as well as served over nine years on active duty in the Coast Guard and 16 years in the Coast Guard Reserve, retiring with over 25 years of service at the rank of captain (O-6). Throughout Michael's military career, he was involved in base facilities and Coast Guard operational missions at several assignments along the east coast.
Michael and his wife Lorrie have two grown children who also reside in the Pittsburgh region.
Harold Ennulat, Co-Lead
Harold Ennulat is the associate director of program development & transition for the Software Solutions Division of the SEI, where he is responsible for revenue generation, customer engagement management, and satellite office leadership. He leads a team of nine sales professionals to ensure revenue goals are met and clients are provided with maximum impact solutions.
Prior to coming to CMU/SEI, Harold had a 21-year Air Force career in acquisition, with assignments in multiple programs, Air Force Headquarters, and the Office of the Secretary of Defense, where he was a senior program analyst for the under secretary of defense for acquisition, technology, and logistics.
On September 5, 2024, CMU hosted a Military Community Reception. The event was sponsored by the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Security and Technology, the Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion, the Center for Technology, the Center for Informed Democracy & Social Cybersecurity, ROTC, Veterans Alliance Employee Resource Group, and the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy.
On September 5, 2024, CMU hosted a Military Community Reception. The event was sponsored by the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Security and Technology, the Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion, the Center for Technology, the Center for Informed Democracy & Social Cybersecurity, ROTC, Veterans Alliance Employee Resource Group, and the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy.
On September 5, 2024, CMU hosted a Military Community Reception. The event was sponsored by the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Security and Technology, the Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion, the Center for Technology, the Center for Informed Democracy & Social Cybersecurity, ROTC, Veterans Alliance Employee Resource Group, and the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy.
On September 5, 2024, CMU hosted a Military Community Reception. The event was sponsored by the Carnegie Mellon Institute for Security and Technology, the Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion, the Center for Technology, the Center for Informed Democracy & Social Cybersecurity, ROTC, Veterans Alliance Employee Resource Group, and the Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy.
On June 4, the Veterans Alliance invited CMU's veteran community to Light PT and Eats, an hour of camaraderie, breakfast and a short walk/run around the track.
On June 4, the Veterans Alliance invited CMU's veteran community to Light PT and Eats, an hour of camaraderie, breakfast and a short walk/run around the track.
The employee resource groups hosted a table at the 2024 Spring Carnival.
As a thank you for being part of the military community at CMU, the Veterans Alliance co-leads delivered holiday cookies to their members and supporters including the CMU Police, FMS and the Naval ROTC.
As a thank you for being part of the military community at CMU, the Veterans Alliance co-leads delivered holiday cookies to their members and supporters including the CMU Police, FMS and the Naval ROTC.
As a thank you for being part of the military community at CMU, the Veterans Alliance co-leads delivered holiday cookies to their members and supporters including the CMU Police, FMS and the Naval ROTC.
The Veterans Alliance joined the Steel City NROTC and other campus groups for a Flag Raising Ceremony on November 10, 2023.