Veterans Services
Mission Statement
The Veterans Resource Center (VRC) provides critical service and support for our veterans; active‐duty, National Guard and Reserve military personnel, their spouses and dependents; and faculty and staff. We assist our veterans' transition back into civilian life as they learn to navigate the California Community College system; and support the success, retention and educational needs of our students.
Veterans Resource Center Hours - Palm Desert Campus
FALL SEMESTER HOURS
Monday - Thursday:
8 am - 5 pm
Friday:
8 am - 12 pm
(Dates & hours may be subject to change due to meetings)
PLEASE NOTE
COD Veterans Resource Center will be closed the following days:
December 20th, 2018 - January 1st, 2019
Indio Campus - Veterans Services Counseling
45-524 Oasis Street
Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fall 2018:
- Monday, September 24
- Monday, October 8
- Monday, October 15
- Monday, October 22
- Monday, October 29
- Monday, November 19
Contact COD Veterans Resource Center at 760.773.2536 to schedule an appointment.
(Dates & hours may be subject to change due to meetings)
Location: South Annex Room 10
Craig Doussett - Director of TRiO Veterans SSS
760.674.7805
crdoussett@collegeofthedesert.edu
Check out our new COD Veterans Services Facebook page: COD Vets
Serving Those Who Have Served
We understand that the transition to student life can be personally challenging, yet rewarding. We, along with the entire COD community, are grateful to you and your family members for your service to our country, and are dedicated to providing the services you need to successfully navigate this transition.
Our office is also an informational center to assist you with any questions you may have regarding your veterans’ educational benefits, as well as providing support services to ensure your success at College of the Desert.
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One-on-one personalized student assistance
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Veterans Academic Counselor
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Disability Support
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Liaison with all other COD support services
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Certification of education benefits for all chapters
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Providing academic advising by discussing the curriculum and approving course selection for compliance with DVA regulations
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Priority registration for students who have completed the SSSP requirements, are in good standing and have completed fewer than 101 units at COD
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Liaison between County, State and Federal Veterans organizations
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Opportunity to learn new skills
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Transition services
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Support services while you pursue your goals
College of the Desert is approved by the California State Approving Agency to enroll veterans and other eligible persons.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Get more information about available education benefits offered by the VA at the official U.S. government Web site.