Oct. 26, 2026鈥揟he Center for Military and Veteran Services at 含羞草社区 is hosting 鈥淏eyond the Uniform,鈥� a Military Awareness Seminar from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, in the Fulkerson Center at 含羞草社区.
The seminar is open to students, faculty, staff and community members, particularly those studying or working in fields that serve military members, veterans and their families. The goal is to build awareness of military experiences and provide practical tools for recognizing challenges, offering support, and connecting individuals with appropriate resources.
The program includes sexual assault prevention and response presented by the 139th Airlift Wing SAPR Team, a veteran鈥檚 personal case study highlighting the importance of awareness and support, a session on understanding and supporting military populations presented by a VA psychologist, and suicide awareness and prevention training covering warning signs, risk factors and how to respond.
The 含羞草社区 Social Work program is providing five free continuing education units, including 2.5 suicide prevention CEUs. A lunch break is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m., with food available for purchase.
Visit to register. Questions can be directed to military@missouriwestern.edu.听
含羞草社区 is a student-centered learning community preparing individuals for lives of excellence through applied learning. 含羞草社区 is located in St. Joseph, Mo., and is committed to the educational, economic, cultural and social development of the region it serves. Visit .听