VA/UofM Partnership and the MMAFThis week we discuss the nursing partnership between the University of Minnesota and the Minneapolis VA Health Care system, get an update from the Minnesota Military Appreciation Fund and learn about a new program from our County Veteran Service Officer. Guests include:

Emergency PreparednessThis week we discuss emergency preparedness with the Minnesota Director of Homeland Security and a Brigadier General from the Minnesota National Guard, we also learn about joining the Minnesota Patriot Guard. Guests include:

 

Recruiting and Retention Winter ConferenceThis week we learn about what the Minnesota National Guard is doing to improve diversity and inclusion in the force. Guests from the Minnesota National Guard Recruiting and Retention Battalion include:

  • Lt. Mike Pazernik, Battalion Commander
  • Staff Sgt. Corinda Horton
  • 1st Sgt. Benjamin Rimolde
  • Maj. Ryan Kelly, Dep. Commander

Month of the Military Child and Vet's Day on the HillThis week we learn about the Month of the Military Child, discuss Veterans day on the Hill and get an update from our Senior Enlisted Advisor. Guests include:

Armed Forces Service Center and MOVE! ProgramThis week we meet with the director of the Armed Forces Service Center, learn about the VA’s MOVE! weight management program and get a word with our County Veteran Service Officer. Guests include: