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Hailing from a small New Jersey town, Bryan Adams set his sights on the United States army after high school. He served a year-long deployment as a Sniper in Tikrit, Iraq.  In October 2004, he was shot in the left leg and left hand during an ambush and was awarded a Purple Heart. 

Bryan was 21 years old when he returned from the war. He struggled to reintegrate back into society and was eventually diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.  Currently, Bryan is a Senior at Rutgers University studying Business.

Bryan's story sheds a light on what it’s like to be a veteran and a college student. His story leaves audiences captivated and hopeful. 

Topics: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Veterans Issues, Substance Use, Making a Difference