Texas Veterans Commission’s Veteran Education Excellence Award winners announced
AUSTIN – Texas State Technical College, whose system includes a campus in Red Oak, was recently announced as one of 33 Texas public institutions of higher education to be honored with the Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award.
The award “recognizes universities and colleges that provide excellence in education and related services that significantly contribute to the academic success of student veterans and military-connected students,” according to a media release from the governor’s office.
TSTC was among the bronze award recipients. Additional DFW Metroplex area recipients were gold award recipients Dallas College, the University of North Texas, the University of Texas at Arlington, and the University of Texas at Dallas. The award was established by the Texas Legislature and is presented by the Texas Veterans Commission.
“Education is key to a veteran’s personal well-being and long-term quality of life,” said TVC chairwoman and Navy veteran Laura Koerner. “These colleges and universities ensure our veterans and their dependents receive the quality education they have earned in an environment that cultivates their academic success. Congratulations and thank you to these schools for their topnotch higher education opportunities.”
The Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award is presented at gold, silver, and bronze levels to highlight the depth and breadth of services provided to veteran students and their families. Award applicants were evaluated on a variety of criteria, including the existence and quality of:
• A centralized place for students who are veterans to meet or find assistance and information
• An institution employee who serves as a central point of contact for students who are veterans
• A United States Department of Veterans Affairs work-study program; admissions and enrollment policies for veterans
• New student orientation and courses for veterans
• A student organization for veterans
• Academic support services for students who are veterans
• Mental health and disability services
• A housing policy that applies to veterans
• Faculty and staff training on issues affecting students who are veterans
• Career services for students who are veterans
• Any other criteria considered necessary or appropriate by the commission
Visit the Texas Veterans Commission online at https://tvc.texas.gov/.
