Finding Waypoints: A Warrior’s Journey Towards Peace and Purpose
Thursday, November 14, 2024 6:00–7:00 PM
- LocationRobert W. and Patricia A. Maurer Center, Atrium
- DescriptionYou’re invited to meet a decorated Army hero and the BGSU alum who wrote the book about his life, Finding Waypoints: A Warrior’s Journey Towards Peace & Purpose!Hear from our speakers:Colonel Greg Gadson: A former West Point football player and battalion commander, he lost both legs in an IED attack in Iraq but emerged as a spiritual guide for the NY Giants, inspiring audiences with his remarkable story of transformation.Terese Schlachter: A 1985 BGSU alum and author of Finding Waypoints, she began her career at Channel 13 in Toledo and later worked with MSNBC, NBC News, and the Pentagon, earning three Emmys for her coverage of war-wounded veterans. Now, she runs her own consulting firm, Ridgeback Communications.Join us for an inspiring event where Colonel Gadson’s incredible journey and Terese’s insights will remind us all how to navigate life’s challenges!
- Websitehttps://events.bgsu.edu/event/finding-waypoints-bgsu-alum-army-hero-speak