About Us
The Texas A&M University System Office of Veteran & Military Services provides leadership, guidance, and coordination for veterans, members of the U.S. Armed Forces, and their families across the system. Established by the Board of Regents in 2011 as an extension of the “Project Military Friendly” initiative, the office aims to foster veteran and military-affiliated success through enhanced collaboration and communication among the campuses and state agencies of the system.
We are dedicated to empowering military-affiliated individuals through comprehensive support, strategic partnerships, and innovative initiatives. We strive to create an inclusive environment that fosters academic excellence, personal growth, and professional success. Guided by our core values, we aim to be a national leader in supporting the military community within higher education.
Director, Veteran and Military Services, Texas A&M University System
Monteigne S. Long
979-847-7389
mlong@tamus.edu
Monteigne Long is a Gold Star wife and military spouse who has dedicated herself to supporting student veterans and military-affiliated students in higher education since 2010, when colleges and universities saw a large influx of Post-9/11 veterans. Before joining The Texas A&M University System, Monteigne served as the Veterans Coordinator at Antelope Valley College in Lancaster, CA, and opened the first Veterans Resource Center at California State University, Northridge. She received a bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Texas A&M University and a master’s degree in Postsecondary Administration and Student Affairs from the University of Southern California. She is currently a doctoral candidate in Higher Education Administration at Texas A&M University.
As Director, Monteigne manages the functions and staff of the Office of Veteran & Military Services, developing and executing priorities with a focus on new initiatives. She provides state and national leadership on military-affiliated support and coordinates the collaboration and communication among the other System offices, state agencies, and 11 campuses of the Texas A&M University System that enroll nearly 4,000 student veterans and over 8,000 military family members.
As an alumna of the 2022 George W. Bush Institute Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program, Monteigne has held notable positions including past Co-Chair of the Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA) Veterans Knowledge Community. She presently serves on the advisory council for HigherEdMilitary. Throughout her career, Monteigne received numerous accolades for her service to the military-affiliated community. In 2023, the Texas A&M University System OVMS was honored with the Student Veterans of America William Pearson Tolley Award for their exceptional advocacy. In 2018, she was awarded Special Congressional Recognition from Congressman Steve Knight (CA), and a Commendation from Los Angeles County Supervisor, Kathleen Barger. Additionally, the University of Chicago recognized her as an Outstanding Educator for her exemplary teaching and student support.
Monteigne and her husband, Ron, a Marine Corps Veteran, have a daughter.
Paul Rodgers, Graduate Assistant
Paul Rodgers is a Master of International Development and Economic Policy Candidate at the Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University in Psychology.
Paul works as the Office of Veteran & Military Services Graduate Assistant. In this role, he is responsible for tracking and communicating data on student veterans and military-affiliated students to enhance programming and student success. He manages communication with Texas A&M System schools and stakeholders through the OVMS listserv, website, newsletter, and social media. Josh supports the Director in strategic planning and assists in the coordination of events, such as the Military-Affiliated Student Symposium.
Paul is a United States Marine Corps Veteran and was honorably discharged with the Rank of Sergeant in 2018.