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Saluting National Veterans and Military Families Month

Video Gaming and Veterans: Fostering Community, Improving Mental Health

Video Gaming and Veterans: Fostering Community, Improving Mental Health - 5:55

According to a RAND study, approximately 18% of U.S. military personnel who have returned from Afghanistan and Iraq live with post-traumatic stress disorder or depression.

Stephen Machuga, Founder and CEO of Stack Up, explains how video games can be used to improve mental health and well-being.

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Service Dogs for Veterans

Service Dogs for Veterans - 5:53

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, affects veterans of all age groups.

John Miller, President and CEO of America’s VetDogs, provides an in-depth look at how service dogs act as an additional layer of treatment for active duty service members and veterans.

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Expanding Veteran Health Care: The VA MISSION Act

Expanding Veteran Health Care: The VA MISSION Act - 9:59

The VA MISSION Act took effect in June 2019, aiming to empower veterans with broader health care options.

Secretary Robert Wilkie of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs joins Comcast Newsmakers for a discussion on the VA MISSION Act and health-care priorities at VA.

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From Service to Career: Transitioning to Civilian Employment

From Service to Career: Transitioning to Civilian Employment - 5:52

Approximately 2 in 3 employers report that veterans outperform their civilian counterparts, yet challenges persist as vets transition back into the workforce.

Wendi Safstrom of the Society for Human Resource Management Foundation shares how employers are working to bridge the military-civilian divide.

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Veterans With Disabilities: Career Building and Advancement

Veterans With Disabilities: Career Building and Advancement - 5:53

The number of veterans with a service-connected disability is increasing, presenting employment challenges and barriers for this population.

Lauren Lobrano of Paralyzed Veterans of America joins host Paul Lisnek to discuss efforts to bridge the employment gap for veterans with disabilities.

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Relief and Refuge: Military Family Fisher Houses

Relief and Refuge: Military Family Fisher Houses - 6:33

The financial burden associated with visiting a hospitalized military spouse away from home can present overwhelming challenges.

Brian Gawne of the Fisher House Foundation shares how his organization is improving the lives of military families through “comfort homes.”

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Understanding Military Experience and Culture

Understanding Military Experience and Culture - 5:23

Each year, approximately 200,000 service members transition from the military back to their civilian communities, leaving some with a sense of detachment and isolation.

Megan King of Team RWB (Red, White and Blue) discusses programs available to foster connectivity between veterans and civilians through community-based physical and social activities.

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Supporting Military Caregivers

Supporting Military Caregivers - 6:33

Our nation’s 5.5 million military caregivers are comprised of spouses, parents, family members and friends.

Betsy Eves of the Elizabeth Dole Foundation shares how her organization is strengthening and empowering America’s military caregivers, resulting in a significant impact on health care outcomes for those who have served in uniform.

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Hope After Tragedy: The Living Legacy of Service

Hope After Tragedy: The Living Legacy of Service - 5:37

More than 15,000 U.S. service members have lost their lives since 2006, significantly impacting surviving families and loved ones.

Bonnie Carroll, Founder and President of the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), joins host Paul Lisnek to discuss a nationwide peer support network for bereaved military families — carrying forth the living legacies of service and sacrifice.

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New Safety Measures for Charles County Public Schools

New Safety Measures for Charles County Public Schools - 4:03

Director of Safety and Security, Jason Stoddard of Charles County Public Schools sits down with Elena Russo to discuss the safety measures they have implemented over the past 3 years and the emphasis they put on the safety and security of their schools.

Transferring Between Partnering Universities

Transferring Between Partnering Universities - 3:35

The College of Southern Maryland offers over 60 transfer agreements with over 40 partnering universities including international institutions. Jacqui Rogers, Coordinator of Transfer and Articulation at the College of Southern Maryland highlights some of those agreements with Elena Russo.

The Importance of Workforce Development

The Importance of Workforce Development - 4:27

Kelly Winters Executive Director of Workforce Development at The College of Southern Maryland talks with Elena Russo about the benefits of their collaboration between employers and workforce training.

Unique Higher Education Partnerships

Unique Higher Education Partnerships - 3:47

Jehnell Linkins, Pre-Engineering Program Coordinator for the College of Southern Maryland shares the details of their unique partnership with the University of Maryland to earn a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with Elena Russo.

The Importance of Great Teachers

The Importance of Great Teachers - 4:41

Elena Russo is joined by Nikial Majors, the Executive Director of Human Resources for Charles County Public Schools. They discuss the importance of recruiting and retaining high quality teachers while increasing teacher diversity.

University of Vermont

University of Vermont - 6:42

The University of Vermont offers a diverse mix of interesting and engaging classes to a wide array of just over 11,000 students from a variety of backgrounds. UMV President, Dr. Suresh Garimella, talks about higher education at the state university.

Sterling College

Sterling College - 5:01

Sterling College President, Matthew Derr, explains the colleges' focus on the human relationship with the natural world through majors in Ecology, Environmental Humanities, Outdoor Education, Sustainable Agriculture, and Sustainable Food Systems.

First Generation to College Youth

First Generation to College Youth - 5:33

LEAP for Education empowers first-generation-to-college and under-served youth to graduate from college and succeed in education and life regardless of ethnicity or gender. LEAP for Education Executive Director, Linda Saris, shares about LEAP programs.

Job Training with Apprenticeships

Job Training with Apprenticeships - 5:02

Delaware Department of Labor Secretary Cerron Cade explains how apprenticeships are an effective form of job training leading to career opportunities. Recorded November 15, 2019.

Guiding Students To Success

Guiding Students To Success - 2:49

All kids have a chance to succeed. That’s the core belief system behind City Year Jacksonville, which engages at-risk students with its AmeriCorps volunteers. Executive Director Dan Foley explains his organization’s approach to helping students achieve success in, and out, of the classroom.

How Legal Aid Helps Veterans

How Legal Aid Helps Veterans - 6:44

According the the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, approximately 67% of VA Hospitals around the country have created legal clinic partnerships in order to help veterans succeed in civilian life. With hopes that statistic grows to 100%, listen to Judi Green of the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center and Polli Pollem of Indiana Legal Services discuss the benefits of these legal clinic partnerships in Indiana - the first one of it's kind in the state.

Educational Assistance

Educational Assistance - 4:11

Philisha Lane from the office of Maryland’s 7^th Congressional District talks with Elena Russo about educational opportunities and financial assistance programs that can help prospective students attain a college education.

Empowering Children to Speak Out Against Abuse

Empowering Children to Speak Out Against Abuse - 3:57

Michelle McDyre, Prevention Education and Outreach Manager for Mission Kids, describes the ROAR Program, a child-focused education program that teaches children ages 4-8 body safety and empowers children to speak out against abuse. Recorded November 8, 2019.

New Certification for Special Education Teachers

New Certification for Special Education Teachers - 3:54

Pennsylvania State Representative Thomas Murt addresses Act 82 of 2018 that creates one special education teaching certificate covering PreK-12. Rep. Murt has introduced legislation to delay Act 82 so that current students in higher education will have time to complete the necessary course work needed to obtain the new certification. Recorded November 8, 2019.

In-State Tuition for Children of Visa Holders

In-State Tuition for Children of Visa Holders - 3:55

Delaware State Representative Paul Baumbach discusses steps being taken to help visa holders living legally in Delaware to become eligible for in-state tuition at the State's colleges. Recorded October 18, 2019.

Career and Technical Education

Career and Technical Education - 4:16

Pennsylvania State Representative Steve Malagari talks about establishing an apprenticeship program between businesses and educators to create technical training that can lead to careers for students. Recorded November 1, 2019.

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