Evergreen Storytelling Project

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Veterans Stories

Make your life better for the greater good.

    Dante starts us on a journey through his fascinating military career and first business, operated and established in Holland. We hear some of the key features of Evergreen College and how his decision to attend was made. Most… Continue Reading →

The Kid From Brooklynn

Listen to Tyrone talk about the things that have influenced him in his life. He is a man who has made changes in his life to insure that he gave his family the best life possible. He is a mentor,… Continue Reading →

“There’s nothing to be afraid of.”

For this week’s interview, Raymond Mobley joins us from his home studio. Ray is an Evergreen student, veteran, and a member of our production team for the Evergreen Storytelling Project. In our discussion, we learn how Ray has overcome the challenges… Continue Reading →

“The grit got ’em where they are.”

  In this interview, Mark Butler shares with us his background, experience in the Navy, and his transition to the college life. Join us to learn more about Evergreen’s culture and supportive environment for both veterans and returning students. By… Continue Reading →

Return to Sender

  David is a Retired Air Force Veteran and currently enrolled as a student of The Evergreen State College. Hear his humorous and touching story about his journey in the military, and transition to a student. He is an American… Continue Reading →

“My parents couldn’t afford to send me to school…”

  Ramon grew up in a small town just outside of Houston with no real future and already getting in trouble with the police. Hear how he created a new path for himself by joining the Army and eventually earning… Continue Reading →

Freedom Road

Justin is an Army Veteran who served six years in the Military. He is now a current student at The Evergreen State College. Hear his amazing story about his road to becoming a successful soldier, student, family man.    … Continue Reading →

“Music saved me from that dark place.”

  Matt Ebarb served five years in the United States Navy. After experiencing a fulfilling journey of traveling the world and graduating from Evergreen, he sat down for a Storytelling Project interview. We discussed the difficult road out of the military,… Continue Reading →

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