A Military Appreciation Month event on Thursday, May 7, will feature retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Jeff Conrad speaking on military life, service, and sacrifice. The free, public event will take place at Bellevue University and is brought to the community by Bellevue University’s Military Veteran Services Center (MVSC).
Key Facts
- Event: Military Appreciation Month presentation
- Date: Thursday, May 7
- Time: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Hitchcock Humanities Center, Criss Auditorium, Bellevue University 1040 Bruin Blvd., Bellevue, Nebraska
- Speaker: Jeff Conrad, Senior Chief Petty Officer, U.S. Navy (Ret.)
- Host: Bellevue University Military Veteran Services Center (MVSC)
- Admission: Free and open to the public
Click here to visit the Bellevue University website to learn more about the event and register.
Military Appreciation Month Event on Military Life and Service
The community is invited to attend a Military Appreciation Month presentation focused on military life, service, and sacrifice. The event will feature Jeff Conrad, a retired Senior Chief Petty Officer who served 24 years in the United States Navy. Conrad’s presentation will address the responsibilities of military service and the long‑term impact service has on individuals, families, and communities.
The event is brought to the community by Bellevue University’s Military Veteran Services Center, which supports military‑connected students and engages with veterans and organizations throughout the region. The presentation is free and open to the general public.
Speaker Spotlight: Jeff Conrad
During his Navy career, Conrad focused on leadership, mission readiness, and guiding those under his command. He summarizes his service experience through his personal definition of “USN” as Unity, Service, and Navigation. Since retiring from active duty, Conrad has remained involved in honoring fallen service members, supporting veterans and their families, and leading community remembrance ceremonies across the region. He currently serves as Commander of American Legion Post 211.
Note: This is not an event hosted by the Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs, but is being shared for informational purposes. Any questions about this event should be directed to the event host.