Veterans Services
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fridays: CLOSED
Summer Hours:
(Beginning June 3rd)
Monday - Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fridays: CLOSED
(hours may be subject to change due to meetings)
Location: Cravens Student Services Center Building, Room 125
1st Floor - East end of building
Contacts:
Donni Prince - Veterans Specialist, VA Certifying Official
Bernard Somers - Veterans Counselor - Tuesdays & Thursdays
You Served Us, Now Let Us Serve You
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.
Services:
- One-on-one personalized student assistance
- Liaison with US Department of Veteran Affairs on your behalf to expedite paperwork, resolve problems and process pay
- Liaison with all other COD support services
- Certification of education benefits for all chapters
- Providing academic advising by discussing the curriculum and approving course selection for compliance with DVA regulations
- Priority registration
- Opportunity to learn new skills
- A way to adapt your military skills to civilian life
- 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.