Mission The Ohio College Personnel Association (OCPA) exists to advance student learning and development. In pursuit of this goal, the association facilitates the sharing and creation of knowledge and best practices for student affairs practitioners in the State of Ohio through professional development and networking opportunities. These opportunities enhance and produce collaborative partnerships among students, practitioners, faculty, and professional associations. Vision OCPA envisions a diverse, active, connected, and energized network of higher education professionals. These professionals use their collective expertise and resources to anticipate and respond to the needs of college and university students and the institutions they attend in Ohio and the region.