  {"id":12282,"date":"2024-11-11T10:16:15","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T15:16:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saintpeters.edu\/news\/?p=12282"},"modified":"2025-02-12T09:14:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T14:14:37","slug":"saint-peters-university-recognized-first-in-new-jersey-and-14th-nationally-in-military-times-2024-best-for-vets-colleges-rankings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saintpeters.edu\/news\/2024\/11\/11\/saint-peters-university-recognized-first-in-new-jersey-and-14th-nationally-in-military-times-2024-best-for-vets-colleges-rankings\/","title":{"rendered":"猫咪社区 Peter&#8217;s University Recognized First in New Jersey and 14th Nationally in Military Times\u2019 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges Rankings"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><b>Jersey City, N.J. \u2013 November 11, 2024 \u2013<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 猫咪社区 Peter&#8217;s University is proud to announce its recognition as the number one top-ranked university in New Jersey and 14th overall in the nation on <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019 <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2024 Best for Vets: Colleges<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rankings. This annual ranking provides the largest and most comprehensive list of top colleges and universities that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to supporting military service members, veterans and their families.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s University is deeply committed to honoring and supporting those who have served our country,\u201d said Hubert Benitez, D.D.S., Ph.D., president of 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s University. \u201cWe are proud to be a leading choice for veterans in New Jersey and across the nation, and we remain steadfast in our mission to help them achieve success in their educational and professional lives.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building on its longstanding commitment to veterans, service members and their families, 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s University has intensified its efforts in recent years to become the premier destination for military-affiliated students. Notably, the University appointed Frank Rivera, a United States Air Force veteran, in October 2021 as the inaugural director of military and veterans services, bringing invaluable firsthand experience and leadership to this pivotal role. To further enhance support, a chapter of Student Veterans of America was established on campus, creating a dedicated community for veteran students. The University also introduced Green Zone training across its community, equipping students, faculty, staff and administrators with the understanding and skills needed to support military-affiliated students as they transition into civilian life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These initiatives reflect 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s deep commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive and empowering environment for those who have served <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014a dedication that has now earned the University a top spot in <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019 prestigious <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/bestforvets.militarytimes.com\/rankings\/colleges\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for Vets<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rankings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each year, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> surveys colleges and universities nationwide to evaluate their veteran-focused programs. These survey responses, along with public data sourced from the Department of Education and Department of Veterans Affairs, undergo a rigorous analysis by the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> data team to produce a trusted, unbiased ranking. This year, 304 schools earned a place on the prestigious list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For over a decade, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has helped veterans make informed choices about their educational futures, showcasing institutions dedicated to supporting their unique needs. \u201cOur comprehensive survey and thoughtful methodology ensure that our rankings remain a trusted resource,\u201d said Jon Simkins, executive editor at Sightline Media Group, parent company of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to this recognition, 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s was also presented with the New Jersey Governor\u2019s \u201cWe Value Our Veterans\u201d Academia Award in November 2021. In March 2022, 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s earned the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2022-23 Military Friendly\u00ae School designation, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a standard that measures an organization\u2019s commitment, effort and success in creating sustainable and meaningful opportunity for the military community. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In September 2023, the University was named among the \u201cBest Colleges for Veterans\u201d by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. News and World Report<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"># # end # #\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>About 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s University<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more than 150 years, 猫咪社区 Peter\u2019s University, inspired by its Jesuit, Catholic identity, commitment to individual attention and grounding in the liberal arts, educates a diverse community of learners in undergraduate, graduate, doctoral and professional programs to excel intellectually, lead ethically, serve compassionately and promote justice in our ever-changing urban and global environment. To learn more, please visit<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.saintpeters.edu\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">saintpeters.edu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>About <\/b><b><i>Military Times<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the trusted source of independent news and information for service members and their families. Service members rely on <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Air Force Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Army Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marine Corps Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navy Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for essential reporting on topics such as branch-specific news, pay, benefits, finance, education, healthcare, and more. Owned by Sightline Media Group, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Military Times<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remains committed to supporting the military community. To learn more, visit <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarytimes.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">militarytimes.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Media Contact<\/strong><br \/>\nAngeline Boyer<br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:aboyer1@saintpeters.edu\">aboyer1@saintpeters.edu<\/a><br \/>\n(201) 761-6238<\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jersey City, N.J. \u2013 November 11, 2024 \u2013 猫咪社区 Peter&#8217;s University is proud to announce its recognition as the number one top-ranked university in New Jersey and 14th overall in the nation on Military Times\u2019 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. 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