802: Military-Connected Students at AU: Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Campus Environment

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Presenters: Alicia Marsh (Associate Director, Veterans Services), Steven Betsch (Veterans Services Coordinator, Veterans Services), Dymeah Casey (Assistant Director, Veterans Services) & Erica Lesto (Undergraduate Academic Advisor and Adjunct Instructor, CAS-Sociology)

Time: 3:50 PM – 4:40 PM

Session Description

This interactive session will identify the strengths our military-connected students bring to the classroom along with some of the unique aspects of the military-connected student experience. We will discuss case studies and apply best practices to these scenarios. Participants will walk away with tools and resources to create a more military-inclusive community at AU.

Learning Outcomes

• Recognize unique aspects of the military-connected student experience
• Identify strengths that military-connected students bring to the classroom
• Articulate best practices to foster student engagement and promote academic success

Watch a short introduction to the session topic: