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National Medal of Honor Day THE INTERVIEW Access to food, childcare, transportation, mental health resources, social connection and more are key issues facing veterans in their first year transitioning out of the military. Air Force veteran Abby Kinch shares how Student Veterans of America is addressing these needs with its Basic Needs and Wellness Survey. SCUTTLEBUTT The first Americans to earn the Distinguished Service Cross were two Army nurses Remembering Marine Corps veteran and Academy Award-winning actor Gene Hackman Special Guest: Abby Kinch.
In this latest episode of #StillServing, host Rob Couture dives into critical discussions about the VFW's advocacy efforts and achievements, joined by an insightful panel of guests. From legislative wins to empowering student veterans, this episode highlights how the VFW continues to make an impact for veterans nationwide. Featured Guests: Kristina Keenan – Deputy Director, National Legislative Service Joe Grassi – Associate Director, National Legislative Service Brittany Dymond Murray – Associate Director, VFW Communications & Public Affairs Episode Highlights: [10:38] Legislative Wins: Celebrating the passage of the Dole Act and its enhancements to veteran caregiver programs, along with the groundbreaking Not Just a Number Act, aimed at improving suicide prevention efforts through data-driven insights. [26:22] Success at SVA's NatCon: The VFW's presence at the Student Veterans of America convention led to over 200 new members joining the organization. [29:57] Action Corps Weekly: Joe Grassi discusses the powerful information included in the Action Corps Weekly newsletter. [55:45] The Power of Advocacy: Insights into the VFW's role in championing vital legislation and fostering collaboration among veteran service organizations to improve veterans' quality of life. Discussion of the upcoming VFW Washington Conference in March. Join us for engaging stories, impactful conversations, and inspiring advocacy updates — because the VFW is always #StillServing. For more information or to continue the conversation, please visit: Veterans of Foreign Wars Website VFW Podcast Page @VFWHQ on Twitter VFW on Facebook @VFWSTILLSERVING on YouTube @RobCoutureVFW on Facebook Call 1-888-JOIN-VFW Text “NEEDS” to 20222 to donate to the Unmet Needs Program. Today's VFW — Share Your #StillServing Story Sports Clips Help A Hero — Text HERO to 71777 to donate online
Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Cyber Resilience Reimagined: Andrew Rose and Dr. Darin Detwiler (Part 2)Pub date: 2024-12-29Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn the final episode of 2024 and Part 2 of this series, host Kristin Demoranville continues her compelling conversation with two influential experts: Andrew Rose, an AgFuturist, and Dr. Darin Detwiler, a renowned food safety advocate and educator. Andrew shares his perspective on the challenges of balancing innovation and resilience in the food and agriculture sector. He emphasizes the importance of analog systems and legacy knowledge in a world increasingly dependent on digital solutions. He offers a compelling view of how businesses can build continuity and prepare for unexpected disruptions. Dr. Detwiler brings a global lens to the table, discussing the vulnerabilities in our food supply and how cybersecurity must evolve to meet the challenges of an interconnected world. From regulatory gaps to the role of collective courage, his insights highlight the urgent need for action to ensure the safety and security of what sustains us all. This episode powerfully concludes our first season, offering a blend of realism, hope, and practical wisdom. Join us as we close out the year with this meaningful conclusion to Season One. _______________________________________________ Episode Key Highlights (0:00:19) - Season 1 Finale Introduction (0:00:24) - Recap of Part 1 and What to Expect in Part 2 (0:00:38) - Automation Vulnerabilities in Food Systems (0:01:13) - Cyber Threats and Raw Milk Concerns (0:03:32) - Avian Influenza Risks in Dairy Supply Chains (0:06:01) - Analog Systems and Legacy Knowledge for Resilience (0:07:14) - The Importance of Business Continuity Planning (0:14:25) - Global Collaboration for Food System Security (0:15:17) - Accountability in Food Cybersecurity (0:19:26) - Cybersecurity's Role in Cross-Border Food Trade (0:28:20) - Consumer Awareness and Food Safety Education _______________________________________________ Cyberbiosecurity Summit February 25-26, Laurel, Maryland: https://www.cyberbiosecuritysummit.org/ Sumitt to a proposal to speak here: https://www.cyberbiosecuritysummit.org/sessions _______________________________________________ BSides ICS/OT Conference
Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Cyber Resilience in Food and Agriculture: Andrew Rose & Dr. Darin Detwiler (Part 1)Pub date: 2024-12-18Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode, Kristin Demoranville sits down with AgFuturist Andrew Rose and food safety advocate Dr. Darin Detwiler to discuss why cybersecurity is a growing concern for the food and agriculture industries. Andrew Rose, an advisor to BIO-ISAC and a leader in agricultural innovation, shares his insights into protecting farmers and food supply chains from cyber threats. Dr. Detwiler, a renowned food safety expert, educator, and author, explains why inaction is the greatest cost to our global food systems. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on resilience, risks, and real solutions for protecting what feeds us all.
Barrett Y. Bogue is President and Founder of Evocati Public Relations. Prior to founding the firm, he served as Vice President at Student Veterans of America (SVA) and Acting Assistant Director for GI Bill Oversight and Outreach with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Barrett holds a Bachelor of Arts in political science and […] The post Barrett Bogue with Evocati Public Relations appeared first on Business RadioX ®.
Podcast: Bites & Bytes PodcastEpisode: Cybersecurity's Role in Modern Food Defense with Radojka BaryckiPub date: 2024-11-26Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationIn this episode of the Bites and Bytes Podcast, Kristin Demoranville is joined by Radojka Barycki, Director of Training and Consulting at Safe Food Alliance and a food safety expert with nearly 25 years of experience. Together, they explore how cybersecurity and food safety are becoming inseparable in today's technology-driven world. Radojka shares her perspectives on emerging challenges like AI and traceability, the role of proactive strategies in protecting global food systems, and why trust is the foundation of food safety. With stories from her personal journey and actionable insights for industry professionals, this episode sheds light on how innovation can both secure and transform the food industry. A must-listen for those passionate about food safety, technology, and consumer protection! _______________________________________________ Episode Key Highlights: (0:02:09) - Food Defense and Cybersecurity Collaboration (0:03:20) - Awareness of Cybersecurity Threats in Food (0:05:55) - Personal Risk Assessments and Security Mindsets (0:11:26) - Integrating Cybersecurity in Food Safety Audits (0:13:37) - Vulnerabilities in Automated Food Processes (0:16:17) - Challenges in Traceability and AI Adoption (0:19:00) - Reactive Policies vs. Proactive Prevention in Food Safety (0:22:28) - Impacts of Food Safety Incidents on Consumer Trust (0:27:56) - Resources for Food Defense and Risk Assessment _______________________________________________ Show Notes: Traceability rule: https://www.qualityassurancemag.com/news/navigating-the-new-fda-food-traceability-rule-meeting-requirements-and-enhancing-safety/ Food Adulteration: https://www.fda.gov/food/food-safety-modernization-act-fsma/fsma-final-rule-mitigation-strategies-protect-food-against-intentional-adulteration Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA): https://www.fda.gov/food/guidance-regulation-food-and-dietary-supplements/food-safety-modernization-act-fsma Food Defense: https://www.fda.gov/food/food-defense AI for Traceability: https://www.food-safety.com/articles/9387-development-and-application-of-ai-for-food-processing-and-safety-regulations#:~:text=Current%20AI%20technologies%20can%20be,enhance%20traceability%20for%20food%20safety.&text=This%20could%20facilitate%20a%20quicker,of%20food%20contamination%20or%20recall. Carrot Juice Cotulism Incident 2006: https://www.cidrap.umn.edu/botulism/fourth-botulism-case-linked-carrot-juice Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) & the Seven Principles: https://food.unl.edu/article/haccp-seven-principles Peanut Corporation of America and FSMA: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp1109388 Boars Head Incident 2024: https://www.marlerblog.com/case-news/boars-head-listeria-outbreak-deemed-over-19-states-61-sick-60-hospitalized-with-10-dead/ McDonald's Onion E. coli Incident 2024: https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/outbreaks/e-coli-O157.html#:~:text=Recalled%20food,onions%20before%20they%20got%20sick. Spinach E. coli Outbreak 2006: https://archive.cdc.gov/www_cdc_gov/ecoli/2006/spinach-10-2006.html Tesla products mentioned: Cybercab, Robovan, Bot https://www.tesla.com/we-robot Satellite made of wood called LignoSat (Japanese): https://physicsworld.com/a/timber-japan-launches-worlds-first-wooden-satellite-into-space/#:~:text=Researchers%20in%20Japan%20have%20launched,the%20logging%20firm%20Sumitomo%20Forestry. FDA: https://www.fda.gov/ Food Defense Plan Builder: https://www.fda.gov/food/food-defense-tools/food-defense-plan-builder Food Defense Mitigation Strategies Database: https://www.hfpappexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fooddefensemitigationstrategies/index.cfm _______________________________________________
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Tune in for an inspiring interview with Army Veteran William Lansdon, one of UTSA's standout staff members. As the Program Coordinator for the UTSA Veteran and Military Affairs, William's journey to UTSA and his impact on the campus community is nothing short of remarkable. A recipient of the 2024 UTSA Excellence Awards for Leadership, his passion and dedication to supporting Student Veterans shine through. Discover the extensive services offered by the UTSA Center for Military Affiliated Students, which help veterans and their families transition from military life to academic success. William's role in guiding incoming students, identifying resources, overcoming barriers, and creating impactful programs is truly commendable. Don't miss this captivating episode!Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Birds Up! For Information on the UTSA Alumni Association, please visit us at www.utsa.edu/alumni. SHOW LINKS:UTSA Military Affiliated StudentsLinkedIn ProfileUTSA announces nominees for 2024 University Excellence AwardsUTSA announces nominees for 2023 University Excellence AwardsUTSA research designed to set student veterans up for success
TROLL PATROL Why it's important for busy veterans to make time for volunteering in the veteran community. ZERO CHAT THIRTY Army veteran Bryan Adams, who famously appeared in the 2008 IAVA Ad Council PSA "Alone", shares how his advocacy for veteran services on college campuses, his experience as a Pat Tillman Foundation Scholar, and his own recovery from combat wounds and PTSD led him to his position as Assistant Director of Rutgers University Office of Veteran and Military Programs and Services. Adams discusses how his position allows him to help other veterans as they navigate transition from the military and using their GI Bill benefits. SCUTTLEBUTT Remembering "Thunder Throat" the Army veteran known for movie trailer voiceovers Love, American Legion Style – a Valentine's Day truer than the Red, White and Blue. Turtle Power - history of American submariners Special Guest: Bryan Adams.
Devin talks to attendees of the conference about their experience being a part of the Student Veterans of America and what were some of the takeaways that they experienced at the conference. The episode also talks about valuable information leared from the Conference and showing the importance of community. It also shows the perspective of a veteran student and a student whose parent is a veteran. More info at: https://stars.ucsc.edu/veteran/Sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and Success and produced by our student podcasters, UCSC Slugcast supports free expression of ideas. Please be aware that the views and opinions expressed by speakers are that of the speaker alone and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Similarly, views and opinions of University employees or students are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Slugcast, the Division of Student Affairs and Success, or the University.
Special Guest Kat Dobbs, Outreach Coordinator with the national Student Veterans of America, In this episode we discuss the different service-to-student transitions we all faced, how getting involved in student organizations has benefit, and what each of our times in college or trades have taught us. Lauren Gedman Re/Max Preferred AssociatesForever in Bloom Artificial and solo wood florist for home decor, bridal bouquets, and special occasion needs.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Special Guest Kat Dobbs, Outreach Coordinator with the national Student Veterans of America, In this episode we discuss the different service-to-student transitions we all faced, how getting involved in student organizations has benefit, and what each of our times in college or trades have taught us. Lauren Gedman Re/Max Preferred AssociatesForever in Bloom Artificial and solo wood florist for home decor, bridal bouquets, and special occasion needs.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Ahead of Veterans Day this Saturday, November 11th, KCSB's Joyce Chi spoke to Mike Fogelsonger, Director of UCSB's Veterans and Military Services, and Timothy Mesa, a third-year student veteran, in order to learn more about what it's like to be a student veteran on campus -- and what resources are available for them. This story features "Pop Vibration" by Blue Dot Sessions.
Sometimes the transition from military service to civilian life happens gradually over time. In other cases, it happens in an instant. Neither path is necessarily easy, but maintaining a sense of purpose is key to successfully finding a new path in life.Alex Ortiz is a 1L law student at the Inter-American University of Puerto Rico School of Law, a 2022 VFW-SVA Legislative Fellow, and a 2022 SVA Student Veteran of the year finalist. Before starting his legal studies, he served as a wheel vehicle mechanic while on deployment to Iraq and Afghanistan with the 10th Mountain Division.In this interview, Alex speaks with host Mary Kate Soliva about:• Being medically discharged from the U.S. Army and suddenly needing to discover a new path and a new purpose• Why he thinks is can be such a challenge connecting Veterans with the programs and services that exist to support them• How life and military service are experienced differently from a U.S. territory like Puerto RicoAdditional Links & Resources:Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voicesSubscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeLearn more about the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/being-light-darkness-vv83
Guest Katherine Martinez, 2021 Student Veterans of America (SVA) Veteran of the Year, August 4-Coast Guard Birthday,August 7-Purple Heart Day,Memorial & Dog Tags,Courage Under Fire Movie Review,Banquet announcements Lauren Gedman Re/Max Preferred AssociatesForever in Bloom Artificial and solo wood florist for home decor, bridal bouquets, and special occasion needs.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Guest Katherine Martinez, 2021 Student Veterans of America (SVA) Veteran of the Year, August 4-Coast Guard Birthday,August 7-Purple Heart Day,Memorial & Dog Tags,Courage Under Fire Movie Review,Banquet announcements Lauren Gedman Re/Max Preferred AssociatesForever in Bloom Artificial and solo wood florist for home decor, bridal bouquets, and special occasion needs.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
IN THE NEWS Former CEO of Tech School Receives 5-Year Sentence in Largest Post-9/11 GI Bill Fraud Case THIS WEEK'S GUEST Retired Marine Col. Eric “Ferris” Buer flew attack helicopters during multiple deployments, including a 2003 mission with Amphibious Task Force – East during Operation Iraqi Freedom that gave him the inspiration for his first book, “Ghosts of Baghdad.” RAPID FIRE 100% tuition reimbursement coming for South Dakota National Guard members Arkansas Veterans bring home medals from Golden Age Games Marine Corps Veteran Robert McCall Fights the Entire Sicilian Mafia in 'The Equalizer 3' Special Guest: Eric Buer.
IN THE NEWS America Faces Sharp Increase in Aging Military Veterans THIS WEEK'S GUEST Air Force veteran Bruce Roberson served in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. He joins the podcast to talk about his experience working with Air Force Security Services as a military working dog handler on deployments that included the clandestine operations in Laos and Cambodia that later became known as “Nixon's Secret War.” RAPID FIRE The US Army wants to build a drone fleet, inspired by Ukraine's example, but will not be able to use DJI quadcopters Amid an epidemic of loneliness, nonprofits are helping keep veterans connected All In One: GLA's Document Day Offers Veterans Easy Access To Critical Documents Special Guest: Bruce Roberson.
In this episode of T-Wolf Talk, President of SVA, Cassime Joseph, focuses on the history about SVA, the challenges student Veterans face, as well as their 2nd annual Food Distribution Event that is coming up.
Join LeNaya Hezel, director of diversity, equity, and inclusion at Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) as she chats with three alumni of the WSP program, Army veteran Chris Twigg, Navy veteran Desaree Edwards, and Marine Corps veteran Jessica Nelson. In this episode, they'll discuss life after military service, the role higher education plays in transitioning to civilian life, owning the veteran narrative, and their plans to continue to serve and “make the world a better place.” Know an enlisted veteran looking to jumpstart their education? Invite them to learn more about Warrior-Scholar Project and submit an interest form at www.warrior-scholar.org. Connect with Warrior-Scholar Project! Website Donate LinkedIn An official partner with the Dept. of Veterans Affairs, WSP is a nonprofit that hosts immersive academic boot camps in partnership with some of the nation's top colleges and universities. A ](https://www.warrior-scholar.org/two-year-study-confirms-national-nonprofit-warrior-scholar-project-provides-unprecedented-resources-to-veterans/)[recent study found that WSP is the only national program of its kind dedicated to veterans that not only provides targeted support for academic success, but also improves social connection and relationships with both faculty and nonveteran students. Support Inclusion Catalyst by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/inclusion-catalyst
Growing up in a bilingual home comes with challenges as well as opportunities. For this episode's guest, it helped ease the transition into another ‘language' altogether, distinguishing what submarines, torpedoes, whales, dolphins, surface ships, and supply ships sound like underwater.Katherine Martinez is a U.S. Navy Veteran who spend her four years of active duty service as a Sonar Technician, STG2, stationed onboard the USS Winston S. Churchill. Even though she had served, she still had a hard time embracing her veteran's status – until she discovered the Student Veterans of America.In this interview, Katherine opens up to host Mary Kate Soliva about:• Why an in-service injury that ended her military career made it hard to feel like she belonged in the veteran community• How her multiple forms of service led her to be part of the Travis Manning Foundation, working with Gold Star families, veterans, and transitioning service members• What it was like being selected as the Student Veterans of America Student of the Year in 2021, and passing the torch to another deserving student in 2022Additional Links & Resources:Learn more about Veteran Voices here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/veteran-voicesSubscribe to Veteran Voices and other Supply Chain Now programs here: https://supplychainnow.com/subscribeLearn more the Guam Human Rights Initiative: https://www.guamhri.org/Learn more about the Military Women's Collective: https://www.militarywomenscollective.org/This episode was hosted by Mary Kate Soliva. For additional information, please visit our dedicated show page at: https://supplychainnow.com/living-soul-service-opportunity-unity-leadership-navy-veteran-vv76
*Warning - Colorful Language/Sensitive Content* In this episode, Emily Knitter joins me as we talk military transition, psychology, and the effects of military service as well as her time in the Army. Since transitioning from the Army in 2014 she has served as president of the Student Veterans of America club at St. Bonaventure University (SBU). Organized the first-ever student-led fundraiser at SBU, raising more than $12,000 to send student veterans to an Italian wellness retreat each summer - cost-free. She's an expert on navigating both the G.I. Bill and VA Vocational Rehabilitation programs, as well as the VA Disability Claims and the VA home loan process. I'm excited that while pursuing her PhD she carved out some time to chat, as she is very passionate about what she's studying! Find more about Emily on LinkedIn. Follow for more: jeffclarkofficial.com or... IG @officialJSClark FB @officialJSClark Twitter @officialJSClark Full Episodes at: YouTube.com @jeffclarkofficial ApplePodcasts.com/CourseofAction Spotify.com
The GI Bill is a term often associated with the years immediately following World War II, but it has existed in some form or fashion since then. A revamped version approved by Congress in 2008, known as the Post-9/11 GI Bill, has given new life to the program and increased the number of veterans on college campuses throughout the country. Brandon Ewing served in the marine corps for five years and entered Baylor University in 2009 on the new GI Bill to pursue a bachelor's degree in economics and international studies. He describes his experiences as a student veteran in a 2011 interview: "I purposefully gave up my college-age years—I guess typical college-age years—to go into the military and to do that, but you still—those years are formative and they still make you who you are, and so, you know, I still went through the same kind of thing in the military. So when I come out of the military and go into college then I'm put back with people that are just going through that. So I always feel like I walked back into—it's not like high school, but I always felt like I kind of went back into that—it's great to be older and to have experience. When I was in high school, you know, I was a A and B student, but I could have done a lot better. I could have pushed myself a lot harder. I understand that now, so there's a lot of advantages to being older and to being here and doing it. And in a lot of ways, you know, people always say, If I knew then what I know now, well, I kind of get that. I kind of am in that position, which is—which is great." Lieutenant Colonel Matt Pirko came to Baylor in 2010 with 20 years in the air force and enrolled in the master's program in information systems with a security emphasis. In his second semester at Baylor, he reflected on his return to the university setting: "Having lived in Italy for three years my wife and I were both able to learn the language, so I've become involved—I'm the vice president of the Italian Club here on campus. I'm secretary of the Graduate Business Association. I think the students here for the most part are here to really learn and challenge themselves a little bit. Undergrads are always going to be undergrads, and that's going to be an—mean some differences in the approach. But I think that, honestly, being an older student in this setting, even in the undergraduate classes, it gives a certain different perspective. Some of the professors have a tough time dealing with that because you have more practical experience than they do in certain areas. It kind of scares them a little bit. But I think the kids get something out of hearing, oh, there's someone who's been there, done that, as opposed to just the esoteric nature of academia. Yeah, there's the real world, and then there's academia. We have to pull the two together a little bit more, but I think that I can add something to that by being here. And it's—Baylor's given back a lot to me too. I've enjoyed my time here, and I enjoy what I do." Pirko explains what he sees as the benefit of having student veterans at colleges and universities: "I mean, it sounds a little cliché to say it, but I think the caliber of students that you get, when they've had military experience of any kind, is going to be slightly different and slightly higher than a normal undergraduate coming directly out of a high school. That sounds pretentious a little bit, but I think it's true." In 2012, both Ewing and Pirko graduated with their respective degrees. The Post-9/11 GI Bill has undergone some changes since it was introduced but is still going strong. This fall semester of 2013, Baylor has approximately 100 student veterans attending classes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We're coming at you fresh from our weekend at the 15th Annual Student Veterans of America NatCon in Orlando. Student Veterans of America President and CEO Jared Lyon gets nostalgic looking back on15 years of national gatherings with his organization and American Legion National Vice Commander Patricia Harris talks about her first NatCon experience and the importance of the connection between The American Legion and SVA SVA 2021 National Student Veteran of the Year Katherine Martinez gets sworn in as an Alpha, and former guest and comedian Ashley Gutermuth, who joined us in our booth at the SVA Campus, shares a special announcement. Special Guests: Ashley Gutermuth and Jared Lyon.
We're very excited to announce that The Veterans Voice is soon to launch in Pueblo! The program will begin airing December 3rd on KTSC 89.5 The Revolution based at Colorado State University, Pueblo. In this podcast, we introduce you to Veterans Voice Pueblo host, Cassime Joseph. Cassime is an Army veteran, college student, photo journalist, blogger, podcaster, radio host, KTSC radio operations manager and president of the CSU Pueblo chapter of the Student Veterans of America. ----more---- Veterans Voice Pueblo will air Fridays at 9:00 a.m. and is aimed at giving veterans a voice and getting the word out about the services provided for veterans and military connected families available at Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo, CSU Pueblo and other agencies in the Pueblo community. Veterans Voice Pueblo is a service of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center Pueblo, produced by Rev 89 Productions and distributed via the Rev 89 Productions Podcast Channel powered by CSU Pueblo. The Veterans Voice Project presented by USAA is an Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center service. Veterans Voice Colorado Springs is produced in the OPTUM Podcast Studio, distributed via the Medicare Mentors Veterans Voice Podcast Channel, powered by Technology Partner Colorado Computer Support, and made possible in part by Supporting Partner, The WireNut Home Services.
Welcome to another episode of PICK UP THE SIX Podcast, and today is Veterans Day. A Happy Veterans to all who have served, and a sincere Thank You from PICK UP THE SIX! Our guest today is John Davis, he's the author of Combat to College: Applying the Military Mentality as a Student Veteran. John was an infantry squad leader in the 101st Airborne. He also taught English in Thailand, and history to incarcerated teens in NY. He's also the most tattoo'd person with a Harvard degree. Enjoy our conversation.
In this episode, Joe is joined by Army Veteran and author John Davis. John served in the Infantry, completing multiple tours in Afghanistan. Following his separation from Active Duty, John attended college and became an advocate for his fellow student Veterans. Joe and John discuss the benefits of college for a transitioning service members, as well as the challenges they may face. John wrote his book Combat to College to help Veterans apply the skills they learned in the military to college. Find out more about John here. About Our Guest John H. Davis is a decorated combat veteran with multiple tours in Afghanistan. He has since dedicated himself to veteran advocacy, receiving congressional, legislative, and local recognition. He earned his masters degree in education from Harvard and his bachelors in history from St. Joseph's College. He has spoken to Congress as a legislative fellow for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Student Veterans of America. John is the author of Combat to College and the Student Veteran Semester Journal. Join the conversation on Facebook! Check out Veteran on the Move on Facebook to connect with our guests and other listeners. A place where you can network with other like-minded veterans who are transitioning to entrepreneurship and get updates on people, programs and resources to help you in YOUR transition to entrepreneurship. About Our Sponsors Navy Federal Credit Union Becoming a member at Navy Federal Credit Union lets you experience more. Navy Federal Credit Union makes buying a car easy with their auto loan process. You can do it on their mobile app, online or by phone. It's so fast, you can get a decision in seconds and you could enjoy a great rate. Plus, with Navy Federal's Car Buying Service powered by TrueCar, you can shop, compare, and get upfront pricing on your next new or used car. Whether you're looking to buy your first car or your dream car, Navy Federal could help you cruise into the car you want with a monthly payment you can afford. Find out more at navyfederal.org. At Navy Federal, our members are the mission. Want to be our next guest? Send us an email at interview@veteranonthemove.com. Did you love this episode? Leave us a 5-star rating and review! Download Joe Crane's Top 7 Paths to Freedom or get it on your mobile device. Text VETERAN to 38470. Veteran On the Move podcast has published over 455 episodes. Our listeners have the opportunity to hear in-depth interviews conducted by host Joe Crane. The podcast features people, programs, and resources to assist veterans in their transition to entrepreneurship. As a result, Veteran On the Move has over 7,000,000 verified downloads through Stitcher Radio, SoundCloud, iTunes and RSS Feed Syndication making it one of the most popular Military Entrepreneur Shows on the Internet Today. Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links. This means that, at zero cost to you, I will earn an affiliate commission if you purchase via the link provided.
Bill Huff, born and raised in Columbus, Ga. with deep local family roots, joined the Marine Corp. on a friendly dare. He shares his experiences growing up, going to the University of Ga, boot camp, deploying to Vietnam and coming back home. Now his mission is Mental Health support and suicide prevention for not only Soldiers and Veterans but for all who encompass the Military family.
Tips for Going Back to School? – Combat to College John H. Davis is an Army veteran, Military Author, Advocate, Educator, and “the most tattooed person with a Harvard degree.” To help his fellow veterans, John authored Combat to College: Applying the Military Mentality as a Student Veteran. His book serves as a guide for student veterans who want to win the college battle. Utilize the unique skills and discipline they gained in the military to succeed in higher education. In ten straightforward lessons designed by a veteran for veterans, you will learn how to navigate the transition to civilian life, build your team and resume, deal with political professors, and endure to graduation. Combat to College Website - https://www.johnhdaviswriter.com/ To watch this episode, please visit our website at www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/scuttlebutt For more about AER, check out our previous episode with former Spouse Ambassador of AER and Gold Star Wife, Krista Anderson - https://bit.ly/3AekNIB Thank you to our sponsors: D and D Auto Salvage and Tobacco Free Adagio Health! https://danddautosalvage.com/ https://tobaccofree.adagiohealth.org/ http://www.veteransbreakfastclub.org/ #podcast #zoom #scuttlebutt #thescuttlebutt #humor #storytelling #headlines #news #oralhistory #militaryhistory #roundtable #navy #army #airforce #marinecorps #marines #military #coastguard #veteran #veterans #veteransbreakfastclub #vbc #nonprofit #501c3
John grew up in good ol' Iowa and joined the Army after failing out of community college. He served multiple combat tours as a Infantry Squad Leader in the 101st Airborne Division. He earned his bachelor's in history from St. Joseph's College and his master's in education from Harvard. John started writing for and coaching student veterans while working for the VA. John has spoken to Congress as a legislative fellow for the Student Veterans of America and has earned numerous volunteer and advocacy awards. He's active in the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, and US Military Vets Motorcycle Club. John has taught English in Thailand and History to incarcerated teenagers in New York. John's the most tattooed person with a Harvard degree and is always seeking solid book, travel, workout, and whiskey recommendations. John is the author of Combat To College.www.johnhdaviswriter.com
Searching for the meaning of life is only natural. A meaningful life leads to a sense of purpose, self-esteem and psychological well-being. How do life experiences that are unique to Veterans alter these feelings? In this episode, Dr. Edgar Villarreal speaks with VA researcher Dr. Adam Kinney and Army Veteran, Jeff Moe to find out. They discuss how Kinney's research, on meaning in life among Student Veterans with combat exposure, relates to Moe's life experiences. His journey from military to student life led to supporting others as a Student Veteran Outreach Coordinator with the VA VITAL program. Transcript Episode 135 Short Takes VITAL: VA Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership Article Discussed: Protective factors that mitigate the indirect risk of combat exposure upon meaning in life: A longitudinal study of student veterans Host: Edgar Villarreal, PhD, is a Psychologist and the Director of Education and Training at the VA Rocky Mountain MIRECC for Suicide Prevention. Guest: Jeff Moe, LCSW, is an OEF/OIF Veteran, Social Worker, and Advocate. He currently works as the supervisor of a Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Suicide Prevention Telehealth Program that specializes in providing mental health services to at-risk Veterans across most of Texas and parts of New Mexico. Previously, Jeff built on his experience as a Student Veteran and worked for eight years as a VA Student Veteran Outreach Coordinator at colleges and universities in the Austin, Texas area. While in this position, he worked collaboratively with Student Veterans, faculty, and staff to develop peer mentorship and other preventive programming while also providing counseling, health care enrollment, and other support services tailored specifically to Student Veterans. Guest: Adam Kinney, PhD, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist who completed his PhD in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Colorado State University in 2019. While pursuing his PhD he collaborated with New Start for Student Veterans, a supported education program for student Veterans, to investigate factors influencing a range of clinical outcomes, including resilience, community reintegration, and academic performance. His current research focuses on improving care quality and associated outcomes for Veterans with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and sleep conditions.
In this episode of the Saint Leo 360 podcast, we feature a recording from a recent “Conversations on Success Beyond Service” virtual event held in early August. This event was hosted by Dr. Larry Braue, director of the Office of Military Affairs at Saint Leo University, along with the Saint Leo WorldWide Student Life Department. The featured guest is Mary Kate Soliva, a U.S. Army veteran who still serves in the Army Reserves. She is also a current student in Saint Leo's Doctor of Criminal Justice degree program. During this event, Soliva spoke about: Her military career and why she decided to depart as a full-time Army soldier but wanted to continue to serve in the Army Reserves The challenges for veterans of transitioning from military service to civilian life and finding their purpose after service Organizations that support veterans with their transition and help with career services Why she chose to pursue Saint Leo University's Doctor of Criminal Justice degree program and some other unique academic and leadership opportunities she is pursuing Her role as president of the Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter at Saint Leo University and the numerous benefits of membership How the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the military and veterans Her career goals Learn More about the Doctor of Criminal Justice Program at Saint Leo University Interested in potentially pursuing a Doctor of Criminal Justice degree like Soliva is doing? Check out the DCJ – Homeland Security program page to get all the details on this unique doctoral program offered online through Saint Leo University. Learn More about Mary Kate Soliva Check out this blog article on Soliva to learn more about her background and future goals.
IN THE NEWS Jeff shares highlights of his week as a staff member at American Legion Boys Nation. THIS WEEK'S GUEST Dr. Travis Martin, more commonly known as T-Dogg, joins the podcast to talk about his role in establishing the Kentucky Center for Veterans Studies at Eastern Kentucky University. RAPID FIRE PACT Act clears final hurdle to President's desk. Kentucky National Guard rescues hundreds during catastrophic flooding. Pelosi pledges solidarity with Taiwan as China holds military drills, vents anger Special Guest: Travis Martin.
In this episode, Brock talks with Maureen Elias. Maureen is former Army counterintelligence before receiving a medical discharge back in 2006. From there, Maureen stayed home to raise her three kids before receiving the call to go back to school. While pursuing her undergraduate and masters degrees, Maureen was involved in a variety of veterans organizations including Student Veterans of America, Vietnam Veterans of America, and High Ground Veterans Advocacy. Her involvement in these organizations and others brought her to the realization of her true calling which is advocating for vets at a higher, political level. Maureen is now the Deputy Chief of Staff at the Department of Veterans Affairs. We discuss the mental and physical challenges of receiving a medical discharge both while in the service and out. Maureen explains this breakdown in care for veterans who are also dependents, a population she falls into and is particularly passionate about. She talks about some of the resources available and problems that still need to be solved for this rather large group of people. We also talk about a long list of veteran resources and organizations looking to make an impact. You can reach out and follow along with Maureen on LinkedIn. Resources: Student Veterans of America Vietnam Veterans of America High Ground Veterans Advocacy Travis Manion Foundation Armed Services Art Partnership Topics: (04:10) - Receiving a medical discharge (10:15) - Being stationed abroad and what that does for your worldview (15:12) - An AIT marriage and being stationed with a spouse (17:02) - The divergence of being a veteran and a dependent (21:02) - No crosstalk between DoD Tricare and VA healthcare (24:15) - The differences in VA care (28:51) - Raising 3 kids and then going back to school (32:00) - Plugging into first veterans organization and renewed sense of purpose (41:32) - Counseling to a larger veterans advocacy focus (45:25) - Finding what you're truly suited for (51:50) - Play upfield in your career (54:05) - Veteran Service Organizations; the good, the bad, and the underfunded (58:20) - Unsolved problems facing the veteran community (01:02:30) - Fundraising at veteran organizations (01:09:07) - How to take veterans advocacy past just awareness Whether you're in the service for four years or twenty, you have learned skills, led teams, and learned what it takes to execute under pressure. While those past successes are valuable, they don't always translate to a life or career when you get your DD214. Join Brock in breaking down the skills and strategies current and former military members are using to build a successful careers on the outside the service. Get a weekly episode breakdown, sneak peak of the next episode, and other resources in your inbox for free at https://scuttlebutt.substack.com/. Follow along with us. • Brock: @BrockHBriggs • Instagram: Scuttlebutt_Podcast • Send us an email: scuttlebuttpod1@gmail.com
**TRIGGER WARNING. This episode contains conversations about sexual violence, sexual assault, and abuse. If you are triggered or would like to talk to a confidential advocate, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800.656.4673*** Tiahna Pantovich joined the US Army after her senior year in high school to become an Arabic Cryptologic Linguist. But, after being sexually assaulted off base, she experienced a systematic failure of the army managing cases like hers. While still in the army, Tiahna would become an advocate for sexual assault survivors and work closely with the Pentagon's Inspector General to investigate the conditions at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, TX, and Fort Hood Army Base in Killeen, TX. Tiahna eventually left the army and went back to school, where she would support minority student veterans as chapter President of Student Veterans of America at Howard University. Join us for a special episode of All About Change marking Independence Day, as Tiahna shares how her personal story led her to become a therapist and social worker, advocacy for veterans, and how her time in the army inspired service. Please find a transcription of this episode here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
IN THE NEWS Jeff and Ashley analyze an angry critic's 1/2-star review of "Top Gun: Maverick" THIS WEEK'S GUEST Syracuse University Vice Chancellor for Strategic Initiatives and Innovation, Dr. Mike Haynie, joins the podcast. Dr. Haynie discusses the University's veteran-connected programs and resources for service members transitioning out of the military, and the evolution of the Syracuse University Institute for Veterans & Military Families, or IVMF, the nation's first interdisciplinary institute created to inform and advance the policy, economic, and wellness concerns of the America's veterans and families. RAPID FIRE U.S. House proposes 2.4% "inflation bonus" for DoD employees and U.S. Service Members Kremlin spokesman says U.S. military veterans fighting in Ukraine won't get wartime protections set by Geneva Convention Special Guest: Dr. Mike Haynie.
Sgt. Maj. David C. Cox joins the NCO Journal team to discuss his recent article, "PTSD and the Student Veteran: Is Distance Learning the Answer?."
Barrett is a truly awesome person. He started off as an enlisted Infantryman in the Marine Corps and has been deeply involved in supporting the veteran community since:Founder, Evocati, LLC: a public relations and consulting firm that partners with leading businesses around the country to grow their investment within the military-connected sectorClose to a decade working at the VA where he focused on policies concerning the GI Bill, which we talk about heavily in the show. Vice President, Public Relations and Chapter Engagement for Student Veteran of America George W. Bush Foundation Stand-To Veteran Leadership Program Fellow Co-Author of "Called to Lead" from the Center for a New American Security, which examined the connections between military service and higher education leadership rolesBunker Labs Veterans in Residence ProgramExecutive Board Member: The Paradigm Switch, a leading nonprofit that helped military spouses work anywhere in the worldStanford Ignite Post-9/11 Veterans Program alumni Resources mentioned:Free ATS Resume Scanner | SkillSyncerVeteran Opportunity Report | Social Impact (linkedin.com)Ep. 71: Working In The Entertainment Industry after the Marines with Michael Broderick | The Veteran (Semi) Professional
Dr. Eric Fretz, a Faculty Lecturer at the University of Michigan, leads this panel in a conversation related to barriers for veterans in the pursuit of post secondary education. Ryan Pavel – CEO of Warrior Scholar ProgramR.J. Jenkins – Curriculum Designer at Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration Dr. Linda Euto – Associate Director | Research and Evaluation | Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) at Syracuse University DR. ERIC FRETZ – GUEST HOST ON VETERANS RADIO From www.umich.edu … Eric Fretz is a graduate of the University of Michigan and a faculty lecturer who creates and delivers classes across campus (Psychology, Innovate Blue Entrepreneurship, School of Education, College of Engineering Center for Entrepreneurship). In addition to classes from the 100 to 600 level, he also delivers academic readiness classes for Student Veterans at U-M and other institutions locally and nationwide. The Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University published an article in 2020 stating “post-secondary education is the top resource needed by most veterans.” They also published interesting statistics in 2019 as follows: Students using GI Bill benefits are more likely to be enrolled full time, with 10% of students enrolling in certificate programs,27% enrolling in associate's programs,43% enrolling in bachelor's programs, and20% enrolling in graduate programs.
This is the second of two episodes this week in honor Mental Health Action Day which this year falls on Thursday, May 19th. Dr. Ron Hirschberg talks with U.S. Army Veteran, burn survivor, actor, motivational speaker, The New York Times best-selling author of the book Full of Heart: My Story of Survival, Strength, and Spirit, and Dancing with the Stars Season 13 winner. Ron and JR talk about service, survival - or rebirth as JR describes it - overcoming trauma and resilience, the importance of connecting with the world and with others, and so much more. ---May is mental health awareness month. The second annual Mental Health Action Day is Thursday May 19, 2022. Setting the theme of “connection,” MTV and about 1,700 companies and organizations will drive calls to action to address the surge of loneliness and isolation felt by millions because of the pandemic. Mental Health Action Day is an open-source movement to drive culture from mental health awareness to mental health action. The 1,700 partners will encourage people to take their first steps towards mental health action. Free resources and tools, such as an employer toolkit and platforms for hosting and organizing events, are available for organizations and groups to help support their audiences through a myriad of ways – from starting a meditation practice to learning how to support a friend to advocating for change. For more information on how you can participate, please visit MentalHealthActionDay.org.Today, May 19 at 4:00m ET, join Home Base, Paramount Veterans Network, Movember, GI GoFund, FourBlock, Veterans In Media & Entertainment, Empire Vets, Student Veterans of America, Operation Homefront, Wounded Warrior Project, and JobPath as they unite to create an amazing panel on “Making Connections for Mental Health & Wellness”. The session will be moderated by CBS New York's very own, John Elliott joined by an esteem panel of mental wellness experts including veterans. Opening remarks will be given by Stephen Hill of CBS' Magnum P.I. And, In addition to the panel discussion there will be a mental wellness activity that we can use to incorporate into our daily routines. Incredible right? RSVP at http://bit.ly/MHAD51922 You don't want to miss it. For more information you can visit Paramount Veterans Network at www.paramountvetnet.com---If you are your loved one is experiencing any emotional, mental health struggles, you are not alone and please contact Home Base at (617) 724-5202, or visit www.homebase.org **REMEMBER FOLKS THE ANNUAL RUN TO HOME BASE IS 7-30-22 THIS YEAR! ALL FUNDRAISING GOES DIRECTLY TO THE CARE OF OUR VETERANS AND MILITARY FAMILIES, SO SIGN UP HERE: www.runtohomebase.orgTheme music for Home Base Nation: "Rolling the tree" by The Butler FrogsAdditional music credits include "Cadillac" by Ron Hirschberg. Follow Home Base on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInThe Home Base Nation Team is Steve Monaco, Maureen Roderick, Laurie Gallagher, Karianne Kraus, Lucy Little, Taylor Orlando, with COO Michael Allard, Brigadier General Jack Hammond, and Peter SmythProducer and Host: Dr. Ron HirschbergProducer, Sound, Editor: Lucy LittleChairman, Home Base Media Lab: Peter SmythHome Base Nation is the official podcast of Home Base Program for Veterans and Military Families, a partnership of the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Red Sox Foundation. To learn more and connect with us at Home Base Nation: www.homebase.org/homebasenation. To Donate to Home Base where every dollar goes to the care of veterans and military families that is cost to them, go to: www.homebase.org/donate.The views expressed by guests to the Home Base Nation podcast are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Home Base, the Red Sox Foundation or any of its officials.
This is the first of two episodes this week in honor Mental Health Action Day which this year falls on Thursday, May 19th. Dr. Ron Hirschberg talks with U.S. Army Veteran and country music artist Craig Morgan. Craig spent nearly 11 years with the 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, serving in both Panama and Desert Storm. As a country music artist for more than 20 years, Craig has had 25 songs on the Billboard Charts, including his songs - "Almost Home", "This Ole Boy", "Wake Up Loving You", and the four-week No. 1 hit "That's What I Love About Sunday". Ron and Craig talk about service, the healing power of music, the loss of Craig's son Jerry in 2016 that led to the powerful and beautiful song, "The Father, My Son, and the Holy Ghost", and about the CBS/Paramount hit show "Beyond The Edge," set in the jungles of Panama that Craig co-stars in along with eight others. The season finale of Beyond The Edge airs Wednesday, May 18 at 9pm ET.---May is mental health awareness month. The second annual Mental Health Action Day is Thursday May 19, 2022. Setting the theme of “connection,” MTV and about 1,700 companies and organizations will drive calls to action to address the surge of loneliness and isolation felt by millions because of the pandemic. Mental Health Action Day is an open-source movement to drive culture from mental health awareness to mental health action. The 1,700 partners will encourage people to take their first steps towards mental health action. Free resources and tools, such as an employer toolkit and platforms for hosting and organizing events, are available for organizations and groups to help support their audiences through a myriad of ways – from starting a meditation practice to learning how to support a friend to advocating for change. For more information on how you can participate, please visit MentalHealthActionDay.org.On Thursday, May 19 at 4:00m ET, join Home Base, Paramount Veterans Network, Movember, GI GoFund, FourBlock, Veterans In Media & Entertainment, Empire Vets, Student Veterans of America, Operation Homefront, Wounded Warrior Project, and JobPath as they unite to create an amazing panel on “Making Connections for Mental Health & Wellness”. The session will be moderated by CBS New York's very own, John Elliott joined by an esteem panel of mental wellness experts including veterans. Opening remarks will be given by Stephen Hill of CBS' Magnum P.I. And, In addition to the panel discussion there will be a mental wellness activity that we can use to incorporate into our daily routines. Incredible right? RSVP at http://bit.ly/MHAD51922 You don't want to miss it. For more information you can visit Paramount Veterans Network at www.paramountvetnet.com---If you are your loved one is experiencing any emotional, mental health struggles, you are not alone and please contact Home Base at (617) 724-5202, or visit www.homebase.org **REMEMBER FOLKS THE ANNUAL RUN TO HOME BASE IS 7-30-22 THIS YEAR! ALL FUNDRAISING GOES DIRECTLY TO THE CARE OF OUR VETERANS AND MILITARY FAMILIES, SO SIGN UP HERE: www.runtohomebase.orgTheme music for Home Base Nation: "Rolling the tree" by The Butler FrogsAdditional music credits include: "Warrior-Healer" by James House, Blair MorinFollow Home Base on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInThe Home Base Nation Team is Steve Monaco, Maureen Roderick, Laurie Gallagher, Karianne Kraus, Lucy Little, Taylor Orlando, with COO Michael Allard, Brigadier General Jack Hammond, and Peter SmythProducer and Host: Dr. Ron HirschbergProducer, Sound, Editor: Lucy LittleChairman, Home Base Media Lab: Peter SmythHome Base Nation is the official podcast of Home Base Program for Veterans and Military Families, a partnership of the Massachusetts General Hospital and the Red Sox Foundation. To learn more and connect with us at Home Base Nation: www.homebase.org/homebasenation. To Donate to Home Base where every dollar goes to the care of veterans and military families that is cost to them, go to: www.homebase.org/donate.The views expressed by guests to the Home Base Nation podcast are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the view of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Home Base, the Red Sox Foundation or any of its officials.
Mary Kate Soliva is a Reservist in the U.S Army and Veteran Fellow at the Hoover Institution. As a Business Development Analyst at the Project Management Institute, she is spearheading the Military and Veteran Program. Her efforts include working with the military, veterans, and families towards a career in Project Management. She is a doctoral student, public speaker, and has trained the public, military, and law enforcement in the U.S and abroad on the signs and impact of human trafficking. Her initiatives include working with local policy makers, government agencies, and non-profit organizations to change policy and impact change. Mary Kate is a member of the Rotary e-Club of Pago Bay Guam, Association of the U.S Army, and Student Veterans of America. She volunteers for Vets2Industry, Shared Hope International and numerous other organizations. Mary Kate holds a Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Guam where she focused her studies on human trafficking in Guam and Micronesia. Her email address is: marykate.soliva@pmi.org and you can learn more about the military programs at PMI at the following sites: https://www.military2pm.com/ https://projectmanagementinstitute.grsm.io/Military https://projectmanagementinstitute.grsm.io/Military https://www.military2pm.com/ Mary Kate Soliva | LinkedIn
*Warning - Colorful Language/Sensitive Content*In this episode, Emily Knitter joins me as we talk military transition, psychology, and the effects of military service as well as her time in the Army. Since transitioning from the Army in 2014 she has served as president of the Student Veterans of America club at St. Bonaventure University (SBU). Organized the first-ever student-led fundraiser at SBU, raising more than $12,000 to send student veterans to an Italian wellness retreat each summer - cost-free.She's an expert on navigating both the G.I. Bill and VA Vocational Rehabilitation programs, as well as the VA Disability Claims and the VA home loan process. I'm excited that while pursuing her PhD she carved out some time to chat, as she is very passionate about what she's studying!Find more about Emily on LinkedIn.Follow for more: jeffclarkofficial.com or... IG @officialJSClark FB @officialJSClark Twitter @officialJSClark Full Episodes at: YouTube.com @jeffclarkofficial ApplePodcasts.com/CourseofAction Spotify.com
In today's episode, we unpack the emotional side of transition from an academic perspective. Emily Knitter is a U.S. Army veteran and third-year Counseling Psychology Ph.D. student at the University at Buffalo. After being medically retired from service, Emily struggled with the transition. She found her footing at St. Bonaventure University while pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. There she served as Student Veterans of America (SVA) chapter president. Through her current program at UB, and in partnership with Veteran Affairs Mental Illness Research, she is working to help improve the transition out of the military for other service members. It is her goal to ignite conversation around the “emotional” side of the veteran transition journey.
About Today's GuestMichele Spires is ACE's acting executive director for Learning Evaluations, the national leader in recognizing and validating learning and competencies to connect students, workforce, training providers, and universities. In this role, she provides leadership to innovate new and transformational opportunities for ACE and its membership. With more than 25 years of wide-ranging experience in post-traditional and workforce education, Spires is actively engaged intackling critical topics that range from the evaluation of educational experiences that occur outside the traditional classroom, credit for prior learning, military culture, military transcripts, competencies, credentials, transfer credit, and trends related to workforce education and training. She coauthored, Recognition of Learning Across Military and Corporate Settings. Connecting individuals to education and career pathways is her passion! Spires holds a BA in French (SUNY Plattsburgh) and an MS in Educational Leadership (Troy University). She has also completed post-graduate courses with a focus on adult education and curriculum (Nova Southeastern University) and is the proud spouse of a veteran who served 22 years in the United States Air Force. Links Mentioned In This EpisodeAmerican Council on Education The ACE Military Guide OnlinePsychArmor Resource of the WeekCourse Choosing College and a Major. Each year, more than 200,000 service members leave the military in pursuit of higher education. This course discusses the array of options available to service members, Veterans and their families when selecting a major and choosing a school that aligns with their needs. An overview of the many tools and resources available to aid in their decision is provided. This course is narrated by Jared Lyon, president and CEO of Student Veterans of America, a U.S. Navy Veteran and longtime advocate for higher education. Lyon has served as the Vice Chair for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran's Advisory Committee and commissioner for the American Council's Education Commission for Education Attainment and Innovation. You can check out the course by following this link: https://psycharmor.org/courses/choosing-a-college-and-major/ This Episode Sponsored By:This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor, the premier education and learning ecosystem specializing in military culture content. PsychArmor offers an online e-learning laboratory with custom training options for organizations.Join Us on Social Media PsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families. You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com
Patrick Forystek is the coordinator of the Student Veterans Resource Center. Emre Umucu is an assistant professor in the Office of Rehabilitation and Disability Studies in the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education. And Matthew Ritt is an undergraduate student at MSU. He's studying building construction management. “Veterans come back to school with a lot of things that make them a little bit different than your traditional students,” says Forystek. “They typically are more likely to have families, have a service-connected disability, be a little bit older, and live off campus. They're a lot like other non-traditional students but just have their own special twist on it. The center helps connect veterans to the resources they need. MSU already provides a lot of the resources that they might need, like the Student Parent Resource Center and Resource Center for Persons with Disabilities. We just help connect them to those resources.”“I was sitting in class one day and a student who had worked at the center suggested I check it out,” says Ritt. “I had no idea it existed. I stopped by there and I could get snacks there, and I could do my printing there. If I had questions about any opportunities on campus or anything going on campus or any help I needed, I could ask Patrick or anyone else that was there.”“I'm doing a lot of research on understanding how to improve college adjustment, wellbeing, life satisfaction, and academic achievement in student veterans and veterans with disabilities,” adds Umucu. “I reached out to Patrick to see if we could collaborate and do some meaningful research to help MSU student veterans improve their academic achievement.” And what are you learning in your research so far that's helping you?“If you look at student veterans with or without disabilities, those who experience disability in an academic setting have lower levels of wellbeing and quality of life,” Umucu continues. “We also found that if we help these student veterans to have better positive emotions, better relationships with peers and faculty, or a better sense of accomplishment, they actually get better GPA's. That's meaningful because we can develop some interventions to test here at MSU and help these student veterans to increase their positive emotions, positive relationships, meaning in life, and sense of accomplishment. Then we can help them to have better academic achievements. That will also reduce dropout. When they have higher GPA's, they will be more motivated to stay in college and be more persistent in the academic settings. Then eventually they will get better jobs. My goal is to help student veterans with and without the disabilities at MSU.”“At the center, our programming and everything we do throughout the year relies heavily on donor funding,” continues Forystek. “That's where we need the most support. That's the best way you can support us. Or just reach out to our office. Sometimes we have opportunities for people in the community to get involved in other ways that aren't just funding related. And we're always looking for new and exciting partnerships and ways to get our veterans engaged on campus and in the community.”“Say hi to a veteran you see and ask how it's going. Veterans and younger students have a lot they can share with each other,” says Ritt “There are so many veterans who have been in stressful environments that they know how to get through. When students have exams and they're stressed out, reach out to a veteran in your class and ask how they deal with stress. I've asked younger students for help when I've had problems with something like Google docs and new technology. But I also have had other students say ‘Hey, I'm trying to get through my homework, but I'm having trouble balancing all this.' I've tried to help.”“We've been preparing some programming for Veterans Day, and I discovered some nice data points I want to share,” says Forystek. “The graduation rate for veterans nationally is about 11 percent. There are some issues with that data; it's probably a little bit higher than that if we're being honest. But MSU comes in well over 70 percent with our student veterans. It's been like that for a while. Our student veterans come back, and they do a really great job. They're phenomenal students. And most of them are first generation college students doing this for the first time.”MSU Today airs Sunday mornings at 9:00 on WKAR News/Talk and streams at WKAR.org. Find, rate, and subscribe to “MSU Today with Russ White” on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your shows.
In the opening of season two interviews of Vets First Podcast, Levi and Brandon welcome Marine Veteran, Dan Standage. In this podcast, listeners will hear from the Arizona native, starting with a brief overview of his childhood and career in the Marines, his emotional and physical journey after becoming legally blind during his station in Japan, and finally his contributions and career in blind rehabilitation services. Levi, Brandon, and Dan discuss the importance of mentorship in the development as individuals, and the importance of adaptability and perspective in the face of change. Dan has overcome a tumultuous health journey in which he became legally blind during his service. He managed the emotional stress as he adapted to the changes on his life such as fatherhood, driving, basic skills, etc. Dan utilized the VA to formally learn how to manage the changes to his daily life. With a Bachelor of Science and Master's degree in Blind Rehabilitation from University of Arizona, Dan worked at the time of this recording as the Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at Student Veterans of America. His job focuses on connecting the fraternal order of the military to education and employment as Veterans become leaders. Student Veterans of America (SVA) strives to support student Veterans to succeed after their services are completed. The organization provides on campus chapters, research, and advocacy for Veterans in higher education. Click the link to learn more about SVA.Blind Veterans Association (BVA) strives to serve and support Veterans with vision loss. BVA advocates for visually impaired Veteran-focused issues and mentorships for Veterans and family. BVA offers four different programs: Veterans Service, Care Review, Operation Peer Support, and Scholarships. Click the link to learn more about BVA and how they can support you or your loved ones experiencing vision loss. Listen to episode three with Keith Queen to learn more about blind and low vision rehabilitation services the VA and Visual Impairment Services Team offers Veterans.
Jared Lyon was appointed National President & CEO of Student Veterans of America (SVA) in 2016. He leads the organization's efforts to empower student veterans using the transformative power of higher education. Since he took office, Lyon has overseen SVA's growth to a network of more than 1,500 chapters on campuses in all 50 states and three countries representing over 750,000 student veterans. During his tenure, he co-authored the National Veteran Education Success Tracker (NVEST), a comprehensive study of the first 854,000 student veterans to use the Post-9/11 GI Bill. In 2017 Lyon led SVA's commitment to pass the “Forever GI Bill,” the largest expansion of college aid for military veterans in a decade with an economic impact of $3.4 Billion. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, he served as a submariner and diver, taking part in multiple deployments in support of the Global War on Terrorism. Prior to joining the headquarters team at SVA, Lyon previously served as the National Program Manager for the Institute for Veterans and Military Families Entrepreneurship Bootcamp for Veterans and as Manager of Florida Operations for the Washington Nationals Major League Baseball team. Lyon is a member of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Veteran's Advisory Committee on Education, and a commissioner for the American Council on Education's Commission for Education Attainment. He also serves on the advisory boards for the Global War on Terrorism Memorial Foundation and the Florida State University Veteran Advisory Board and is a 2018 Presidential Leadership Scholar. He holds an Associate of Arts from Eastern Florida State College, a Bachelor of Science from Florida State University, and a Master of Public Administration from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University, where he is an adjunct professor at the Whitman School of Management. In 2011, SVA named Lyon the National Student Veteran of the Year. Jared and his wife Chayla reside in Alexandria, Virginia with their son, Campbell.
As Veterans Day 2020 approaches, how are our nation's Veterans faring? In this episode, I speak with Navy veteran and Student Veterans of America President Jared Lyon. We explore a number of issues related to veterans including: +How veterans compare to the general population in achievement +What impact the original and post-9/11 GI Bill has had on the veteran population +Mental health challenges facing the veteran community...and American society at large +How veterans are thriving in our society
Sean Kelley is a passionate and inspirational leader, startup advisor, and board member who uses an inclusive mindset and direct approach to effect global change. This week, Sean joins hosts Lindsey Pollak and Mike Abrams to reflect on leadership and culture in corporate America and what it means to be a people-first, systemic builder of culture. Sean discusses what he learned about leadership from corporate America when he first transitioned out of the military to the civilian workforce, what corporate America taught him about leading in a diverse environment, and what he learned from working in founder-led cultures for some of America's top corporate leaders. He also describes how his military training informed his leadership style in the corporate world and shares actionable advice for veterans in career transition right now. Over his 30-year career, Sean has led teams at all levels of organizations in operations, supply chain management, diversity & inclusion, and talent acquisition. He's been an advocate for diversity and inclusion his entire career, leaving a legacy of compassion, collaboration, inclusive leadership, team spirit, and operational excellence everywhere he has worked. His corporate career culminated in 2020, after scaling the global talent acquisition team for Amazon's Worldwide Operations. Sean began his career serving as a U.S. Navy Supply Corps officer specializing in submarine logistics, completing two deployments at sea aboard USS Pogy (SSN-647). Prior to joining Amazon, Sean contributed to the success of Starbucks and Microsoft, both during pivotal stages of growth and transformation. As a talent acquisition and diversity leader, Sean is known as an innovator, visionary strategist, and collaborator across organizational boundaries, unafraid to challenge the status quo to open the door more widely to the technology industry. He has built strategic talent partnerships, delivering long-lasting impacts, with HBCU Connect, City Year, the National Center for Women & IT, and numerous Veteran Serving organizations including Team Red, White & Blue, the US Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring our Heroes, and Student Veterans of America. Sean is nationally recognized as a leading expert in corporate Military Affairs, recruiting, and transition programs. He architected Military Affairs strategies for both Microsoft and Amazon, firsts for each company and establishing both as leaders for the industry globally. At Microsoft, he led the creation of the company's flagship veteran program, the Microsoft Software & Systems Academy, creating a model for future career skills bridge programs across the industry. Sean's leadership propelled Amazon in far exceeding the company's 2016 Joining Forces pledge to hire 25,000 veterans and military spouses by 2021, more than doubling that outcome. He was awarded the US Chamber of Commerce Hiring Our Heroes 2018 Colonel Michael Endres Leadership Award recognizing Individual Excellence in Veteran Employment. Sean holds a B.S. Economics from the U.S. Naval Academy and an M.S. Global Leadership from the University of San Diego. He serves on the National Board of Trustees for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation, is a strategic advisor to the CEO of The HBCU Foundation, and contributes to local entities that serve families experiencing homelessness, joblessness, and general distress. ABOUT US Welcome to the FourBlock Podcast, a show that examines veteran career transition and the military-civilian divide in the workplace. General Charles Krulak coined the term "Three Block War" to describe the nature of 21st-century military service defined by peace-keeping, humanitarian aid, and full combat. But what happens next? Veterans are often unprepared to return home and begin new careers. We call this the Fourth Block. FourBlock is a national non-profit that has supported thousands of transitioning service members across the nation in beginning new and meaningful careers. Mike Abrams (@fourblock) is an Afghanistan veteran, FourBlock founder, director of the Columbia University Center for Veteran Transition and Integration, and author of two military transition books. He'll be representing the military transition perspective. Lindsey Pollak (@lindsaypollak) is a career and workplace expert and New York Times bestselling author of three career advice books. Lindsey will be representing the civilian perspective of this issue. Veterans, explore new industries and make the right connections. Find a career that fits your calling. Join us at fourblock.org/ Over 77% of FourBlock alumni stay at their first jobs over 12 months. Sponsor our program or host a class to equip more of our veterans at fourblock.org/donate. Follow FourBlock on Social Media LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Twitter
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