05-03-2025
'Mending Mental Gaps' marks completion
Mar. 4—University of Texas Permian Basin will host a special event marking the completion of the first Odessa Cohort of the Mending Mental Gaps Discussion Groups at 8 p.m. March 17 at the Odessa VFW, 208 E. VFW Lane.
Over the past seven weeks, local veterans have explored war-themed literature, connecting it to their own experiences. Now, they will share their reflections with family, friends, and the community, a news release said.
This event is part of a two-year project led by the University of Texas Permian Basin, made possible by a prestigious National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grant under the Dialogues on the Experience of War program.
The program provides a space for veterans to connect, build relationships, and share their experiences. It also encourages dialogue between veterans and civilians, helping communities better understand how to support those who have served.
