Veterans Services
Contact Us
Room: C-Building, C-371
Phone: (718) 482-5387
veteransresourcecenter@lagcc.cuny.edu
Monday- Friday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Virtual office hours available 2–5 p.m. Monday & Wednesday.
Contact dgriffin@lagcc.cuny.edu to sign up.
Veterans Services is privileged to welcome veterans, reservists, military personnel and their families to our College community. We value your service and are here to help ease your transition from the military to college life.
Our team understands the unique challenges you face as a student veteran, and we arm you with the support and resources needed to meet your personal and academic goals.
Why Visit Us?
- Understand and access your VA GI Bill benefits.
- Meet with an advising team.
- Get educational support and referrals to community resources.
- Explore civilian career options, career counseling and job search tools.
- Gain opportunities to advocate on issues impacting veteran students.
- Connect with other veterans at LaGuardia.
- Find out more about the CUNY Army ROTC program.
Veterans Resource Center
The VRC (also known as the Battle Buddy Center) is located in Room C-371 and provides a safe haven for quiet study, socializing with fellow veterans, and access to services.
- Fiorello’s Veterans Club – Make friends and integrate into college life. Contact Campus Life for more information.
- Project for Return and Opportunity in Veterans Education (PROVE) – A team that assists in your transition to college life and beyond.
- VA/Federal work-study opportunities – Contact Daryl Griffin for available positions in the VRC.
Compass
Compass is CUNY’s only program for student veterans enrolled in their first semester. Whether you are recently separated, have been separated for some time, or are a military-dependent, Compass will equip you with academic and professional skills, a strong sense of community, and access to vital campus and community resources.
Compass participants will meet Fridays at 11 a.m. in Room C-371. Click on the button below to sign up and get involved.
SIGN UP
Upon completing the program each veteran will receive a LaGuardia veterans backpack and tickets to either a Mets or Knicks game.
Department Contacts
| Name | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| Daryl Griffin, Co-Manager/Veterans Advisor | C-371A (718) 482-6073 dgriffin@lagcc.cuny.edu |
| Randy Changoo, School Certifying Officer | C-113 (718) 482-5393 rchangoo@lagcc.cuny.edu |