Supporting Veterans in Our Community

KSUnite DEIB Conference Day 3 - November 16, 2022 - Concurrent Conference Sessions Period 3 (8:30am-9:30am)
Flint Hills Room

With Ft. Riley being such a vital partner with Kansas State University, it is essential that we embrace the military community. This goes beyond commemorative celebrations at sporting events. What can we as a university do to embrace current and former members of the military? What assets can military affiliated students, faculty, and staff bring to our campus? How can we assist military affiliated students in their transition to higher education and the work force?

DEIB Challenge Level: Introductory

Presenter

Ryan Van Dusen

Dr. Ryan Van Dusen

Dr. Ryan Van Dusen is the Compliance & Conflict Resolution Manager. His areas of responsibility include Clery Compliance, Youth Protection, and Chair of the Threat Management Team. He also serves as an adjunct in the Department of Special Education, Counseling, and Student Affairs. Previously, he held roles as Dean of Student Development at Bethany College, Associate Dean of Students at the University of Memphis, and Director of Military & Veterans Programs at Texas Tech University. He has also worked in student activities, housing, and student conduct. Dr. Van Dusen earned a BA in History and an MA in Communications Studies from Edinboro University of PA, a Ph.D. in Higher Education from Texas Tech University, and a MBA from the University of Memphis.

Before working in Higher Education, Dr. Van Dusen served in the U.S. Army from 1998-2002. He was a M1A1 Armor Crewman (19K). When he exited the military he was a sergeant (E5). He was stationed at Ft. Riley, KS and Camp Casey, Republic of Korea.

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