Fellows

The NVLF Leadership Fellowship equips students with the skills and confidence to become effective, impactful leaders 

NVLF LEADERSHIP FELLOWS


The NVLF Leadership Fellowship is a prestigious program that honors and empowers outstanding military-connected students at NVLF-affiliated campuses across the United States. Designed to cultivate campus and community leaders, the fellowship offers a transformative experience through a mix of virtual and in-person programming.

A cornerstone of the program is the NVLF Leadership Forum—an immersive workshop where fellows develop leadership skills, network with peers, and gain tools to drive meaningful impact.

Fellows work with remarkable leaders, collaborate on initiatives to improve support for military-connected students and join a national network of dedicated advocates. This program not only recognizes students for their service-oriented leadership but also equips them to create lasting change on campus and beyond.

Selection Process:

Affiated universities nominate up to three top-performing Military Community Advocates or student leaders, with NVLF making the final selections. Candidates should demonstrate:

     •           Passion for service

     •           Commitment to supporting military-connected students

     •           Strong collaboration skills

     •           A principled, service-driven mindset

     •           A desire to represent their university with excellence

Being an NVLF Fellow is an honor that celebrates service beyond self and provides a foundation for future success.

The 2024 Fellows participated in an intensive workshop in Columbus, Ohio, designed to enhance their leadership and communication skills. We commend the Fellows for their dedication to serving the military community on campus and eagerly anticipate the positive impact they will make in the future. Click here to learn more.

Caelie Bell
Ashland University
Biology Pre-Med
Military Dependent
Carlos Zaragoza
Bowling Green State University
Individualized Business
U.S. U.S. Marine Corps
Gage Brunswick
Columbus State Community College
Engineering
U.S. Air Force
Noah Courtney
Cornell University
Biology & Society/Pre-Med
U.S.Coast Guard
Xavier Rodriguez
Howard University
Mechanical Engineering
Military Dependent
Gregory Manora
Howard University
Executive MBA
U.S. Air Force
Cole Hendrix
Indiana University
Higher Education & Student Affairs
U.S. Army
Alice Koskela
University of Kansas
Aerospace Engineering
U.S. Air Force
Autumn Schramm
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Psychology
U.S Army Reserves
McKinlee Goodloe
Norfolk State University
Psychology
Military Dependent
Ray Clark
The Ohio State University
Business Management
U.S. Marine Corps
Will Lopez
The Ohio State University
Political Science/Business Minor
U.S. Navy
Brittany Keenan
The Pennsylvania State University
BS Nutrition & Dietetics /MPS Nutritional Sciences
U.S. Navy
Shantee Ayala
University of California Los Angeles
PhD Program
Military Dependent
Kenneth Bright
University of South Florida
Health Sciences
Military Dependent
John McAlexander
The University of Texas at Dallas
Healthcare Studies Pre-PA
U.S Army
Nayelli Lopez
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Communications/Public Relations & Digital Media
Military Dependent
Stephanie Escobedo
The University of Wisconsin-Madison
MBA
U.S. Navy
Desiree Melemai
West Virginia University
Political Science
U.S. Army
Diamond Smith
Wright State University
Organizational Leadership
U.S. Army