Recognition for Advocacy on Behalf of Student Veterans
Dr. Jan Del Signore, Associate Vice Chancellor of Military Affairs at Keiser University, was presented with the Dr. Joseph Wescott Legislative Award from the National Association of State Approving Agencies (NASAA) in recognition of her long-standing commitment to protecting veterans’ educational benefits and strengthening support for military-connected students.
Presented during NASAA’s Midwinter Training Meeting with several members of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs (HVAC) in attendance, the honor highlights Dr. Del Signore’s leadership in championing policies that safeguard the GI Bill® and expand access to higher education for veterans.
Championing Veterans’ Educational Benefits
“I was beyond humbled and honored to be recognized and want to thank the Keiser University leadership for always supporting our student veterans over the years,” said Dr. Del Signore, who also had the opportunity to advocate on behalf of the National Association of Veterans’ Program Administrators (NAVPA) during the meeting.
Leadership in National and State Veteran Education Organizations
As Associate Vice Chancellor of Military Affairs at Keiser University, Dr. Del Signore is a leading voice in advancing educational opportunities for veterans and military-connected students.
She currently serves as Legislative Director for NAVPA and previously served as the organization’s President for five years, guiding it through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. In her current role, she continues to focus on legislative initiatives impacting veterans’ education.
Dr. Del Signore is also a founding board member of the Florida Association of Veteran Education Specialists (FAVES). She was named to the organization’s Hall of Fame in 2025. Throughout her career, she has contributed to numerous committees and councils dedicated to supporting military-connected learners, most notably as President of the Florida Advisory Council for Military Education (FL-ACME) from 2012-2016.
About Keiser University
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Over 100 degree programs from associate to doctoral level
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Dr. Jan Del Signore was presented with the Dr. Joseph Wescott Legislative Award. 
Dr. Jan Del Signore (center) with NASAA Legislative Director Dr. Joe Wescott and NASAA President Rebecca Ryan