Sam talks to Jim Craig, an associate dean, department chair, and creator of the Veterans Studies academic program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis.  They discuss his journey from military service to academia and the birth of Veterans Studies at UMSL. From there, listen as a natural conversation unfolds, revealing the passion and enthusiasm of two Veterans Studies scholars at different stages in their careers. Want to think critically about veterans’ identities, cultures, and experiences? This episode is for you.

Jims Faculty Page: https://www.umsl.edu/divisions/artscience/sociology/Faculty/Craig.html

USML Veterans Center: https://www.umsl.edu/veterans/

Military and Veterans Studies Program: https://www.umsl.edu/divisions/artscience/sociology/mvs/

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