Peter Giusti, AU class of 1975, began his duties in mid-July as the new leader at USA Cares, a Kentucky-based military assistance nonprofit organization. He is responsible for all aspects and direction of USA Cares, which gives financial and advocacy assistance to post-9/11 military and their families when they encounter a money crisis.

USA Cares operates in all 50 states and has given more than $9 milion in financial assistance to military members from all branches.