Four new members inducted into SALUTE

The Alfred State College (ASC) chapter of SALUTE inducted four new members, Jennifer Aul (Avoca, NY), Ryan Darrow (Webster, NY), Johnathon Helms (Portville, NY), and Matthew Proper (Perry, NY). 

SALUTE (Service, Academics, Leadership, Unity, Tribute, Excellence) recognizes academic achievement of student veterans in both two- and four-year institutions of higher education.

To qualify for induction undergraduate students must meet the following criteria:

• Be currently enrolled as a student.
• Qualify as a military/veteran student under locally derived and maintained definitions.
• Earn a GPA that fits one of four different tiers: Alpha Tier (3.75-4.0 GPA), Bravo Tier (3.50-3.74), Charlie Tier (3.25-3.49), and Delta Tier (3.00-3.24).
• Have served or are currently serving in the military, National Guard, or reserves.
• Maintain the highest ethical standards.

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Aul, a nursing major, was inducted into the Delta Tier. She served in the Army prior to attending college and plans to work as a nurse in a local hospital after graduating with her bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Darrow, an electrical construction, and maintenance electrician major, was inducted at the Charlie tier. He served in the Army while taking a break in his education and will graduate in May with plans to renovate houses.

Helms, a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning major, was inducted at the Alpha Tier. A father of two, he served in the Army reserves and will graduate this May.

Proper, a heavy equipment truck and diesel technician major, was honored at the Bravo tier. He served in the Marines and plans to work as a technician upon graduation. 

Interim Vice President of Academic Affairs Dr. Craig Clark congratulated the newest inductees and encouraged them to continue to serve their local communities. Co-advisors Melanie Ryan and Leslie Buckley inducted the new class. The students were awarded a certificate, honors cords, SALUTE pin, and a challenge coin.

The Alfred chapter of SALUTE started in 2015.