Photo by retired Capt. Joe Pica, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA); original story submitted by retired Lt. Col. Mike Moose, U.S. Army and member of the ROA Communications Committee.On July 19, 2025, retired U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Paul Kayye, M.D.,...
Get ready for an unforgettable experience—ROA’s Annual Meeting is heading to Washington, D.C.! Join fellow members from across the country for a dynamic gathering filled with inspiring speakers, collaborative sessions, valuable mentoring opportunities, and the...
ROA’s Trey Criner, Director of Operations, and sixteen leaders from MSOs, VSOs participated in the discussion focused on how DOD and MSO/VSOs can best work together to achieve those goals (goals of supporting our warriors, Veterans, and their families) –...
The Department of Missouri planned and celebrated the 75th Anniversary of ROA’s Congressional Charter being signed by President Harry Truman at the Harry S. Truman Library & Museum in Independence, Missouri on June 30.
Six members of the Department of...
Article and photos submitted by retired Col. John R. O’Shea, U.S. ArmyRetired Col. John R. O’Shea, U.S. Army (above) leads a memorial service at the “Ever Forward” statue at Omaha Beach, a tribute to the men of the 29th Division who stormed the...
ROA urges Congress to reform TAP, pass GI Bill parity, and expand benefits for Reserve and Guard members at a congressional hearing. Citizen-warriors and their families navigate military to civilian transitions repeatedly throughout their careers. Despite this, TAP...
