The new “At Ease Zone” is now open in Room 239, Cherry Hall, 5030 Cherry St., Kansas City, Mo. The “At Ease Zone” will provide resources, referrals and a place to connect for UMKC student veterans and military connected students. The “At Ease Zone” is a result of a partnership between the UMKC School of Social Work and the UMKC Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management.

The “At Ease Zone,” staffed by student veterans, will be able to provide referrals to campus and community resources as well as assist students with information about their GI Bill benefits. The hours are 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Friday. A formal ribbon cutting ceremony is being planned and will be announced at a later date.