DSU welcomes 512th Airlift Wing for campus tour

Building Stronger Pathways for Those Who Serve 

Delaware State University proudly welcomed Colonel Eric Rivero and members of the 512th Airlift Wing for a campus tour on July 21, reinforcing DSU’s deep commitment to serving military-affiliated students and their families.

The visit began with a meet-and-greet in the Financial Aid Conference Room, where the 512th team connected with members of DSU’s Military and Veterans Affairs leadership. In attendance were Lolita Treadwell, Director of Dover AFB@DSU; Devon Wilson, Director of Veteran Affairs; Dr. Kamesia House, AVP for Strategic Enrollment and Veteran and Military Affairs; Dr. Danielle Archambault, AVP for the Office of Student Success; and Amy Kellen, Dedicated Military and Transfer Academic Advisor.

Dr. Archambault led a walking tour of campus, highlighting DSU’s academic strengths, wraparound support services, and military-friendly initiatives. The tour began at the Claiborne Smith Administration Building, home to DSU’s One Stop Hub, which houses Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts. The group also visited the POW/MIA memorial in the building’s lobby, a permanent tribute to the courageous men and women who have served and sacrificed.

Additional stops included the Optical Science Center for Applied Research (OSCAR), representing the University’s cutting-edge STEM research; the Early Childhood Innovation Center, a hub for educator development and early learning initiatives; the Tuskegee Airman Memorial outside the library, honoring Lt. Luna Mishoe, DSU’s 27th president and one of the legendary World War II aviators; the Wellness & Recreation Center; and the Martin Luther King Jr. Student Center, where guests toured DSU’s Parlors and student life spaces.

After the tour concluded, the group returned with Dr. House to the Claiborne Smith Administration Building for a commemorative photo at the POW/MIA memorial. The visit reflected DSU’s enduring respect for military service and sacrifice.

“Our military-affiliated students and partners are an essential part of the Hornet family,” said Dr. Kamesia House. “Opportunities like this visit help us strengthen relationships, build trust, and reaffirm our commitment to serving those who serve.”

Colonel Rivero expressed his appreciation, noting the value of educational partnerships for airmen and the exciting potential for future collaboration with DSU.

Robby Sheehan, Area Manager at BBSI and Dover AFB representative, praised the visit as a meaningful step forward.

“This was an incredible opportunity to showcase DSU’s commitment to service members,” Sheehan said. “I’m very much looking forward to supporting your ongoing leadership and efforts to strengthen the connection between Delaware State University and Dover Air Force Base, and specifically, the 512th AW.”

As part of DSU’s continuing efforts to build strong partnerships and pathways for those who serve, the University invites service members and their families to the following upcoming events:

Joint Open House with DSU, WilmU & the Dover AFB Educ. & Training Ctr.  
Date: August 12 | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm 
Location: Bedrock Building 262, Dover AFB 

DSU’s Inaugural Military-Affiliated Student Orientation 
Date: August 20 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm 
Location: DSU Bank of America Building, Longwood Auditorium, Room 113