Veterans, active service members, and civilians are invited to contribute to the “Examining Military Service From the Margins” virtual discussion series. Facilitated by pairs of Discussion Leaders, each session will use guiding questions, and a set of core-shared resources like oral histories and films, to better understand how race, class, gender, sexuality, religion, and other factors have caused the military service of some individuals to be devalued or limited in some capacity. All Discussion Leaders are either active service members or Veterans.
Consideration of central topics and themes, and discussion of key moments from military history, such as self-emancipation among the U.S. Colored Troops members in the Civil War, or the repeal of Don’t Ask Don’t Tell more recently, will spark greater conversations about service, democracy, citizenship, equality and more. Additional resources will be offered for those with extra time wanting to explore even further.
What you can expect from this series:
- Discussion Leaders, Veterans, active service members, and civilians will share information on military service, as well as talk about personal experiences and perspectives.
- Each session will have a resource list of articles, books, and organizations to help you gain a deeper understanding of the issues at hand.
- Engage in small and large group discussions online.
This series is in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center. This is the final installment in the Supporting our Military Connected Students webinar series designed to enhance the understanding and support of military connected students within our academic community.
This series features four webinars:
Session One: Introduction/What motivates people to serve?
March 26 @ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Session Three: How is military service valued differently?
April 14 @ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Session Two: How has the military service of certain populations been hidden devalued, limited, or discriminated against?
April 7 @ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
How has the military worked to become more inclusive, and why?
April 28 @ 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Join us for this comprehensive series to gain valuable insights and strategies for fostering a welcoming and effective educational experience for our military connected students.
Supporting our Military Connected Students is an educational development webinar series in partnership with the Minnesota State Network for Educational Development, Academic and Student Affairs, the Office of Equity and Inclusion, and the Minnesota Humanities Center.
Contact
Gina Sobania
Director of Military, Veteran, and Adult Learner Services
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