Combat2College (C2C) provides academic and social opportunities, as well as support services for veterans, and active/reserve service members.
FOR PROGRAM INFORMATION,
Prospective students should contact Joanna Starling,
interim veterans program manager, at 240-567-7103.
Additional Veteran Resources
Mission:
We strive to create a welcoming environment for veterans and service members who are transitioning into college, while adapting the skills they developed from military training and combat experience.
Philosophy:
- Respect and appreciation
- Inclusiveness
- Removal of stigma
- Focus on wellness
Core Program Features for STUDENTS
- Single point of entry (Admissions and Management Enrollment)
- Identified counseling faculty for academic advising
- Academic advising sessions
- Identified Disability Support Services counseling faculty for academic advising and disability accommodations
- Clubs for student veterans: Rockville, Germantown, Takoma Park/Silver Spring
- Space for gathering
- Activities, outings and events
- Scholarly projects (oral histories)
- Referral/Coordination with Department of Veterans Affairs
Core Program Features for FACULTY/STAFF
- In-service training opportunities for departments/areas
- Training material available via Combat2College website
C2C has been developed jointly by:
- Montgomery College, Rockville Campus
- National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- National Center for PTSD, Palo Alto, CA
- Veterans Administration Medical Center, Washington DC
