About Operation College Promise
Our Story
Our Approach
Our Mission
Operation College Promise (OCP) originated as a passion project for me and a few "gung ho" colleagues at the New Jersey Association of State Colleges and Universities. Our primary aim was to raise awareness about available resources for transitioning services because, frankly, veterans were not accessing the benefits they had rightfully e
Operation College Promise (OCP) originated as a passion project for me and a few "gung ho" colleagues at the New Jersey Association of State Colleges and Universities. Our primary aim was to raise awareness about available resources for transitioning services because, frankly, veterans were not accessing the benefits they had rightfully earned and deserved. Initially, we faced similar challenges, but during our lunch breaks and weekends, we tirelessly sought out these resources. Our efforts were recognized when we were awarded the American Council on Education/Walmart "Success for Veterans Grant."
Following the success of our inaugural "Certificate for Veterans Service Providers" program, we quickly realized that the need extended far beyond New Jersey, leading to the establishment of 16 more programs across the country.
Our research endeavors included conducting the nation's first assessment of student veterans' progress towards degree completion in the Post-9/11 era. More recently, we have focused on understanding the impact of COVID-19 on military learners and the institutions that serve them.
In March of 2024, OCP recently inaugurated The Research Consortium, comprised of some of the nation's foremost thought leaders, aimed at studying the current challenges facing student veterans.
OCP is a well-known contributor to state and federal legislative initiatives,, recently independently launching the "VETeach" billl to support veterans seeking to enter the teaching position. The bill was singed into law on January 9th, 2024.
Our Mission
Our Approach
Our Mission
At Operation College Promise, we are passionate about providing accessible and affordable higher education opportunities for military learners. Through a blend of professional development, research, and policy work, our mission is to provide contemporary, innovative, and viable strategies to address the challenge veterans may face access
At Operation College Promise, we are passionate about providing accessible and affordable higher education opportunities for military learners. Through a blend of professional development, research, and policy work, our mission is to provide contemporary, innovative, and viable strategies to address the challenge veterans may face accessing, adapting, and achieving their postsecondary objectives.
Our Approach
Our Approach
Our Approach
Collaboration, collaboration, collaboration – our cornerstone and strength. Our stability and status are a testament to the input and perseverance of hundreds of supporters. Every triumph belongs to them, and every initiative is rooted in giving back to those who have served in uniform. It's simply the right thing to do. From our local c
Collaboration, collaboration, collaboration – our cornerstone and strength. Our stability and status are a testament to the input and perseverance of hundreds of supporters. Every triumph belongs to them, and every initiative is rooted in giving back to those who have served in uniform. It's simply the right thing to do. From our local community to the Pentagon, we are grateful for over 17 years of unwavering support and partnership.
OCP & TAMUS Team up on Texas A&M Veterans' Higher Education
5 October 2021
OCP would like to thank Jerry Smith and Monteigne Long for the opportunity to contribute to their Symposium. The Symposium is an annual event to raise awareness on resources and support for student veterans. Our Presentation: " Completing the Mission III: Assessing the Impact of the COVID Pandemic on Student Veterans," focused on the 2020 research to evaluate how IHLs can pivot to meet emerging needs generated by the pandemic.
You can read the entire report here: https://www.tamus.edu/veterans/covid/
Military Times (AP Photo)
Wendy A. Lang/Amy Bernard Commentary on Veterans' Support
Institutions of Higher Learning must Double Down Support for Student Veterans
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