SSG Gavin Hoene

09/28/2026

09/20/2026

https://www.siue.edu/news/2026/09/SIUEEncouragesStudentstoExploreTuitionBenefitOpportunitiesthroughArmyROTC.shtml

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09/10/2026

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to come into your school and share what we have to offer. Fantastic students!

Staff Sergeant (SSG) Gavin Hoene , recruiter for the Army National Guard and Army ROTC, visited campus yesterday, giving our students another opportunity to explore potential paths for their future!

Throughout the year, McGivney students have opportunities to meet with representatives from colleges, the military, and other organizations as they discern their future vocation, college plans, and career paths. We are grateful to provide opportunities that help our students explore all the possibilities ahead! 💚💛

08/25/2026

SIUE welcomed one of the largest first-year class in University history during the Class of 2030 Convocation on Friday, Aug. 21!

The Class of 2030 is already making history, bringing together students from 543 high schools and communities across 26 states and 15 countries around the world.

This year’s class includes 531 students who earned a 4.0 high school GPA, making up more than 24% of the entire class! As Provost Denise Cobb said, the number was so impressive, we had to double-check it.

Welcome to SIUE, Class of 2030! We’re so glad you’re here.

Read more about this historic class here: https://tinyurl.com/3d6wpvuk