America 250: From Service to Scholarship
The GI Bill's Impact on Student Veterans and Higher Education
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
As our nation commemorates America's 250th birthday, the Division of Student Affairs and Student Veteran Support Services invite faculty, staff, students and community members to attend America 250: From Service to Scholarship, a special luncheon and panel discussion exploring the impact of the GI Bill on higher education and the experiences of student veterans as they transition from military service to civilian and academic life.
All employees are welcome to attend but we especially encourage UMKC faculty, staff and students who are veterans to attend and share in this important conversation recognizing the service, experiences and lasting impact of veterans in higher education.
Event Details
UMKC Student Union, Room 401
5100 Cherry St.
Kansas City, MO 64110
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
- 11 a.m. | Doors Open
- 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. | Panel Discussion and Luncheon
Featured Speakers and Panelists
The luncheon will feature Associate Research Professor David Trowbridge along with a panel of:
- UMKC student veterans
- Veterans from the Kansas City community
- Experts on the civilian-military gap
Panelists will share their experiences and perspectives on navigating the transition from military service to civilian and academic life and discuss the role higher education plays in supporting veteran success.
Partnership
This event is presented through a partnership between Student Veteran Support Services, the Division of Student Affairs and Missouri Humanities.