Michael Barany, Director of the Stockton Military and Veteran Success Center and assistant director Ashley Jones with the “We Value Our Veterans” New Jersey Governor’s Academia Award certificate. (Photo by Diane D’Amico, Stockton University)
HOLMDEL – Stockton University has earned a “We Value Our Veterans” New Jersey Governor’s Academia Award for its services to military and veteran students. The award was presented at the Veterans Day ceremony Thursday at the New Jersey Veterans Memorial in Holmdel.
Stockton Director of the Military and Veterans Success Center Michael Barany said more than 7,300 active military and veteran students have attended Stockton since its opening in 1971.
“This award represents our commitment to our military and veteran students,” Barany said.
The award recognizes efforts made by colleges and universities to serve military and veteran students. Those efforts include offering priority registration to veterans, having a designated office and lounge for veterans, and a Student Veteran Organization. Stockton also has a wall of honor and memorial and holds ceremonies to recognize Veterans Day. The Stockton center’s services are also available to family members.
Ashley Jones, assistant director of the Stockton Military and Veteran Success Center said she was proud to accept the award on behalf of Stockton. She said colleges needed at least 70 points on the award criteria to earn the award and Stockton had more than 90 points.
