Oct. 26, 2026–The Center for Military and Veteran Services at Missouri Western State University is hosting “Beyond the Uniform,” a Military Awareness Seminar from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2026, in the Fulkerson Center at Missouri Western State University.
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’s 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 MoWest 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 griff.vn/MilAware to register. Questions can be directed to military@missouriwestern.edu.
Missouri Western State University is a student-centered learning community preparing individuals for lives of excellence through applied learning. MoWest is located in St. Joseph, Mo., and is committed to the educational, economic, cultural and social development of the region it serves. Visit missouriwestern.edu.