Welcome to the Yale Veterans Network’s “I Am YVN” campaign, a heartfelt initiative dedicated to amplifying the stories and experiences of those connected to service—active duty members, veterans, law enforcement, public servants, and their families, friends, and allies. This campaign shines a light on the individuals whose lives have been shaped by service, inviting you to see their faces and hear their powerful stories. Through “I Am YVN,” we aim to foster a deeper understanding of the sacrifices, resilience, and community shared by those who serve and those who support them. Join us as we honor their journeys, celebrate their impact, and strengthen the bond that brings the YVN community together.
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Tamika Hollis - Spouse of SSG Ahmand Hollis
“Behind the uniform, there’s a family standing strong.” - Author Unknown
Rod Lowe
“I am an American Soldier and a Veteran.”
Patricia Wei
I am the point of contact for veterans and service members wish to learn about Yale College and/or Yale admissions.
Pericles Lewis
“I am a Proud Uncle of an Ensign in the Navy.”
Marinda Monfilston
“I have an uncle who served in the US
Air Force: 5 years of active duty and 4 years of reserve. I also have a cousin who served in the Air Force - Special Operations Unit - for 8 years.”
Lynn S. Sullivan
“My husband served in the U.S. Army as a paratrooper and my father was in the NY National Guard serving on “The Fighting 69th”.”
Lisa Huck
“My father and Grandfather are both war time veterans in the Air Force.”
Violeta Ware
“I am a third-generation Army Veteran and a former Marine.”
Henry Kwan
“I am a proud Army veteran.”
Earl McCoy Jr.
“I have family members in the Army, Marines, and Air Force branches. I am also a former employee of Webster University overseeing Government employees, the broader military community through military Education and former member of Virginia ACME (Virginia Advisory Council on Military Education).”
Barbara Sabia
“My father, Joseph J. Sabia Jr. proudly served our country in the US Army during WWII.”