Empowering MSU Faculty, staff, and students to better understand and support our military connected community.
Become a Veteran-Inclusive Ally at MSU
MSU is Proud to offer access to PsychArmor's Nationally recognized training now available through D2L. These self-paced modules equip you with the tools to engage, support, and advocate for military-affiliated students on campus.
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What Is the PsychArmor Training?
PsychArmor is a nationally recognized nonprofit organization founded in 2013 with a singular mission: To bridge the civilian-military divide through education and training that empowers communities to better understand and support those who served.
The organization partners with subject matter experts, clinicians, military veterans, and caregivers to create free, high-quality e-learning modules that improve interactions with veterans, service members, and military families.Since its founding, PsychArmor has trained hundreds of thousands of professionals, students, and community members nationwide. Its training library is used across a diverse spectrum of sectors—including healthcare, education, corporate leadership, and nonprofit services—with major partnerships including: Amazon, American Red Cross, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
At Michigan State University, we’ve integrated the PsychArmor Training into our D2L (Desire2Learn) platform to help our faculty, staff, and student leaders develop the tools necessary to:
- Understand military culture, service-related experiences, and transition challenges
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with military-connected individuals
- Support student veterans throughout their academic journey and beyond
This self-paced training is composed of short, engaging modules—each taking just 10 to 15 minutes—that can be completed independently or as part of your broader professional development plan.
You’ll hear directly from veterans, caregivers, and experts in the field—giving you an authentic, informed perspective on:
- Mental health and trauma awareness
- Barriers to higher education
- Reintegration into civilian and academic life
- Best practices for inclusivity and advocacy
By participating, you’re not just gaining knowledge—you’re becoming part of a campus-wide commitment to building a culture of understanding, respect, and support for military-affiliated students at MSU.
Who Should Take This Training
The PsychArmor Training at MSU is open to all faculty, staff, and students who want to be part of a more inclusive, understanding, and veteran-friendly university culture. Whether you regularly work with veterans or simply want to grow your awareness, this program offers value for everyone.
We especially encourage participation from:
• Faculty and Instructors – Enhance your ability to support veterans in the classroom and understand service-related learning needs
• Academic and Student Advisors – Improve advising outcomes by recognizing and addressing the transitional barriers veterans face
• Administrative Staff & Frontline Workers – Learn how everyday interactions can either empower or unintentionally alienate military-affiliated students
• Student Organization Leaders – Make your events and leadership spaces more accessible to student veterans and their families
• Peer Mentors and Educators – Equip yourself to become a trusted ally and resource
• Graduate Assistants & Teaching Fellows – Understand how trauma, deployments, and prior service impact student learning
Taking this training demonstrates your commitment to inclusive excellence and builds bridges between military-connected individuals and the broader MSU community.
Benefits of Participating
Engaging in the PsychArmor Training is more than just a learning opportunity—it’s a meaningful contribution to a stronger, more empathetic campus.
By completing the training, you will:
• Build trust and rapport with military-affiliated students, including veterans, active duty service members, Reservists, Guardsmen, and their dependents
• Increase retention and academic success by cultivating a culturally competent and welcoming environment
• Improve your communication skills and gain tools for conflict resolution and trauma-informed interaction
• Advance MSU’s diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts by addressing the often-overlooked needs of the military-connected population
• Receive a certificate of completion to add to your professional portfolio or training records
• Join a growing network of veteran advocates at MSU and nationwide through PsychArmor’s broader community
This is more than a training—it’s a commitment to leadership, empathy, and action in service of those who served.