S5 Ep101: Building Better Support for Military-Connected College Students

In this episode, Dr. Paul Tontz, clinical assistant professor at Arizona State University, and Dr. Monteigne Long, director of Veteran and Military Services for the Texas A&M University System, discuss their edited collection, "Supporting Military-Connected College Students: Applying Theory to Student Affairs Practice." They explore how support for military-connected students has evolved beyond benefits and compliance to a more holistic, student-centered approach. The conversation highlights the growing and diverse population of military-connected learners, the importance of co-production in designing effective campus services, and how institutions can use assessment not as a measure of worth, but as a tool for continuous improvement.