Joint Special Operations University
Division A — Department of Defense Authorizations › Title V — MILITARY PERSONNEL POLICY › Subtitle D — Member Education
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Chapter 108 of title 10, United States Code, is amended by inserting after section 2165 the following new section: 2166. Joint Special Operations University (a) Establishment There is a Joint Special Operations University in the Department of Defense. (b) Functions The Joint Special Operations University shall— (1) provide relevant joint special operation-peculiar education programs that strengthen the impact of special operations on the armed forces and the United States; (2) provide joint special operation-peculiar staff education and development programs tailored to the needs of joint special operations forces headquarters and commanders; (3) provide education and academic enabling programs required for special operations mission and activities for which no solution exists in an armed force to address critical special operations knowledge gaps; (4) provide accredited graduate-level programs, professional military education, and specialized short courses for special operations forces of the armed forces and associated personnel; (5) conduct and coordinate research and analysis on the full range of special operations activities to inform Department of Defense policy and strategy; (6) serve as a hub for collaboration with academic institutions, allied countries, and interagency partners to advance special operations capabilities; (7) provide outreach and education to enhance understanding of special operations roles within the Department of Defense and the Federal Government; and (8) provide input to service and joint professional military education institutions to ensure special operations capabilities and activities are incorporated into curricula and courses. (c) Administration (1) Subject to the authority, direction, and control of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict, the Commander of United States Special Operations Command shall oversee the Joint Special Operations University. (2) The Commander of United States Special Operations Command shall appoint a President of the Joint Special Operations University, who shall be a senior officer of the armed forces or a civilian with expertise in special operations and education, to manage the operations and academic programs of the Joint Special Operations University..