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  • Name of Event: VERS - Veteran-Inclusive Support at UMSL: Benefits & Belonging
  • Description:

    At the University of Missouri–St. Louis, veteran support in higher education is more than a slogan — it’s a commitment.

    Veterans Center Manager and Missouri Army National Guard Sergeant Martina Meng joins VET S.O.S. to share how UMSL is building a truly veteran-inclusive campus. From one-on-one GI Bill and State Tuition Assistance sessions to community partnerships and student worker leadership, Martina explains how her team helps more than 500 military-connected students succeed.

    Key takeaways:

    • How UMSL supports over 523 military-connected students with just two full-time staff.

    • The importance of starting benefits paperwork 60 days before class.

    • The difference between “veteran-friendly” and veteran-inclusive support.

    • How community prevents isolation and boosts retention.

    • Why partnerships with organizations like Veterans United and Northwestern Mutual strengthen success.

    “We’re taking the toxic out and keeping camaraderie in.” — Martina Meng

    📌 Listen to more episodes: https://vetsospodcast.com
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  • Event Date

    Event Date: 2025-10-02

    Start Time: 19:00:00 EST

    End Time: 19:15:00 EST

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