MoWest Military and Veteran Services

A good throwback on a Wednesday never hurt!

While Veterans Day has long since passed, these sweet notes and drawings from the students at Carden Park Elementary School still make us smile in the Center for Military and Veteran Services. We recently came across them again and I wanted to share a few of the heartfelt messages the students created for veterans during their Veterans Day Parade.

Even months later, these cards continue to brighten our office and remind us of the incredible support our military and veteran community receives from the next generation. 🖤 💛

Here are just a few of the messages that made us smile: 👇🏻

📝 Jonas:
"Dear Veteran, Thank you for all the freedom and protecting us and being there in World War 1 and 2."

📝 Michael:
"Thank you for being brave. Thank you for keeping me safe."

It was such an honor to participate in this years Joint Veterans Committee of Greater St. Joseph Memorial Day event. Our Director, Gabbie Falletta, had the honor of speaking for the wreath hanging ceremony.

We will never forget those who gave everything. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

🎥 On today’s episode of “Where Will MoWest CMVS Show Up Next?” ✈️🇺🇸

We’re taking the show on the road to Whiteman Air Force Base!

The Missouri Western Center for Military and Veteran Services is excited to be tabling at Whiteman and connecting with service members, military families, and future Griffons. Whether you’re exploring your education benefits, considering your next career move, or just want to learn more about what Missouri Western has to offer, stop by and say hello!

📚 Learn about military and veteran resources
🎓 Explore degree programs and transfer options
🤝 Connect with our team and ask questions
🦅 Discover what it means to be a Griffon

If you’re on base today, come find us and let’s talk about your next mission!

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✈️ Get ready for an exciting day at Rosecrans Memorial Airport!

The STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) Competition is coming to St. Joseph, bringing incredible pilots and aircraft that can take off and land in amazingly short distances. Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast or just looking for a fun family event, this is something you won’t want to miss!

While you’re watching the action in the skies, be sure to stop by the Missouri Western Center for Military and Veteran Services table. We’d love to meet you, share information about our programs and services, and connect with current and future military affiliated students, veterans, service members, and their families.

Come enjoy the planes, the competition, and the community. We look forward to seeing you there!

This Memorial Day weekend, it was a tremendous honor for Missouri Western Military & Veteran Services to participate in the community wreath ceremony honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

We are proud that our Director, Gabbie Falletta, had the opportunity to deliver such a meaningful and heartfelt speech during the ceremony. Her words served as a powerful reminder of the importance of remembering and honoring those who gave everything in service to our nation.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this ceremony so special. We will never forget the sacrifices made by our fallen heroes and their families.

St. Joseph residents gather to honor fallen military personnel in Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Residents of St. Joseph gathered Monday to honor fallen military personnel at the City Hall Park in a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony.

Big changes to Military Federal Tuition Assistance are in effect! 📢

Heads up for December 2024 changes too: the Fed TA cap went up to $4,500/18 credit hours per FY, but the CA cap dropped to $2,000. Commissioned Officers (O1–O10) are no longer eligible for CA.
Starting March 2026, command approval is required for all Fed TA/CA requests, and supervisors have a strict 5-day window to act — or the request gets deleted. Two unsuccessful grades in the same fiscal year means a 12-month suspension.
Know the rules before you apply. Contact the MoWest Center for Military and Veterans Services with any questions!