William Carey University Joins ESGR to Support Military Students and Families

Shown after the signing ceremony are, from left: Brig. Gen. Mark Prine; Sgt. 1st Class September Wallace of Camp Shelby, area chair of the ESGR program; WCU President Dr. Ben Burnett; and Dr. Brett Golson, WCU Vice President for Strategic Operations.

William Carey University enlisted Aug. 27 in the ESGR program – Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. ESGR employers believe people who serve in the military are central to the strength of the nation and the well-being of our communities. Brigadier General Mark Prine, a retiree of the Army National Guard, now represents WCU’s Office of Veteran and Military Affairs. He reports that William Carey campuses have about 100 military students – and 350 students who are military dependents.