CUW Recognizes Wounded Warrior Project Veterans during Call of Duty Livestream
MEQUON, Wis. – Many service members struggle with the transition back into civilian life after combat, and inclusion in collegiate sporting events is a great way for veterans to feel appreciated and honored for their sacrifice. Concordia University Wisconsin is rallying behind our nation's heroes and partnered up for a Call of Duty livestream event on May 10th on the CUW Esports Twitch account (twitch.tv/cuwesports).
"It is really an honor for us to be able to put on an event with an incredible organization in Wounded Warrior Project," says CUW Esports Director Lewis Smith. "We owe so much to our troops, so it is our pleasure to be able to host a fun night of gaming for a group of veterans, pairing up with our talented players. I am thrilled for the opportunity as well as our players."
Being included in athletics activities can provide life-changing experiences for veterans during their recovery and transition back to civilian life. For some attendees, these events may be their first time interacting and competing with others since incurring their injuries or meeting others who've undergone similar military experiences. Seeing the support of their community can provide the motivation they need to keep pushing forward.
"We are thrilled to see this showing of support by creating an exceptional experience for local WWP injured service members," said Michael Linnington, Chief Executive Officer at Wounded Warrior Project. "These opportunities continue to empower injured veterans and are an instrumental part of their healing process and emotional well-being."
More than 52,000 service members have been physically wounded during the military conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. An estimated 400,000 more are living with the invisible wounds of war, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), major depression, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
About Wounded Warrior Project
Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) connects, serves, and empowers wounded warriors. Read more at http://newsroom.woundedwarriorproject.org/about-us.
