Veterans Program
COCC's Veterans Program aims to support you by providing tailored services to meet
your needs as a student veteran. The Veterans Program will connect you to College,
community and VA resources; connect you with fellow students; and will offer specific
programming and events. Whether you are a new, returning or continuing student, the
Veterans Program is here to help.
Student Support and Connection
OUTREACH
Connect with our dedicated staff to discover COCC and community resources for veterans.
PEER ADVISING
Connect with other student veterans on campus to learn more about life at COCC.
VETERANS CLUB
The Veterans Club empowers students through advocacy, connection and personal growth.
Peer Advisors for Veteran Education
Peer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE) is a peer support program that connects incoming student veterans on college
campuses with student veterans who are trained as Peer Advisors who can help them
navigate college life, address challenges they may face, refer them to appropriate
resources on and off-campus, and provide ongoing support. PAVE builds on the camaraderie
veterans experience in the military to create a sense of community and connectedness
that contributes to academic and personal success.
Community Partnerships
SERVICES THURSDAY
Meet with a Deschutes County Veterans representative to access specialized services.
RECOLLECTING HISTORY
Explore firsthand narratives that honor and preserve the experiences of veterans.
VETERANS WELL-BEING
Empower local veterans through community connection to support mental health and well-being.