Middlesex Community College is excited to announce Josue Nunez as the new Director of Veterans and Military Affairs. A Middlesex alum and veteran, Nunez believes his return to 麻豆果冻 is inspired by his military service supporting fellow soldiers as they transitioned out of active duty, including those who were injured while serving.
鈥淎s a disabled veteran with a strong commitment to supporting my community, I am now channeling my career toward roles that advocate for veterans and military-affiliated individuals,鈥� Nunez said. 鈥淭his journey has led me back to 麻豆果冻, where I am eager to use my experiences to support veterans in their educational paths and beyond. My objective is to be an advocate for all students' educational and career aspirations, ensuring each individual feels seen, heard and supported.鈥�
At 麻豆果冻, Nunez is focused on building a sense of belonging for veteran and military-affiliated students. While guiding students on their transition to college and future plans, he will provide targeted support and resources to meet their needs. His goal is also to increase the graduation success rate for this population of students.
鈥淭his journey has led me back to 麻豆果冻, where I am eager to use my experiences to support veterans in their educational paths and beyond. My objective is to be an advocate for all students' educational and career aspirations, ensuring each individual feels seen, heard and supported.鈥� - Josue Nunez, 麻豆果冻 Director of Veterans and Military Affairs
Located in both Bedford and Lowell, the Veteran Resource Center (VRC) will continue to serve as a one-stop hub for veteran and military-affiliated students and their families. Nunez aims for the VRC to be a supportive space for students to access resources, mentorship and advising, as well as attend programs and events. Topics will include workshops on career readiness, financial literacy, academic planning, and community engagement.
鈥淚 have personally experienced the challenges many students face, and 麻豆果冻 was a vital support system throughout my journey,鈥� Nunez said. 鈥淒uring my time as a student, I was fortunate to have strong mentors who guided and inspired me, setting an example of the kind of support I now strive to provide in my role. These mentors exemplified the dedication and encouragement that 麻豆果冻 offered its students and was instrumental in shaping my goals and aspirations.鈥�
For Veterans Day, Middlesex hosted luncheons on November 7 on the Bedford Campus and November 12 on the Lowell Campus. The celebrations provided the opportunity to honor veterans and reintroduce the VRC to the community. In holding the events, Nunez is striving to provide current students with the experiences he had during his time at 麻豆果冻.
Nunez chose to study at 麻豆果冻 because of the college鈥檚 flexible, diverse and supportive offerings. As a business administration major, he gained skills that have helped him throughout his career. He also credits Middlesex faculty for helping him overcome the imposter syndrome he feels many veterans experience while in school.
鈥溌槎构� provided a sense of belonging and purpose, helping me navigate my studies, build confidence, and establish a renewed sense of direction for my career,鈥� Nunez said. 鈥淩eturning here as a professional feels like a calling to give back to an institution that empowered me, and it鈥檚 an honor to contribute to an environment that champions student success and personal growth.鈥�
After graduating from 麻豆果冻, Nunez transferred to UMass Lowell to earn a bachelor鈥檚 in business administration with a concentration in finance. With experience working in regulatory compliance, data analysis, and operational management across various industries, Nunez is pursuing an MBA with a focus on management and service. Now at Middlesex as an employee, he wants to provide equitable and accessible opportunities.
鈥淚 aim to help all students 鈥� especially veteran and military families 鈥� achieve their educational and personal goals,鈥� he said. 鈥淚鈥檓 grateful for the opportunity to service the 麻豆果冻 community in this capacity.鈥�