All veterans in the greater Springfield area are invited to join in a celebration Nov. 10-11 at Missouri State University to appreciate veterans for their military service. “It’s an honor for Missouri State to recognize our veterans. This is a special day for them, our university and our veteran alumni and friends,” said Brent Dunn, Missouri State vice president for university … [Read more...] about MSU hosts tribute to honor veterans
Calling all veterans: Join Missouri State University for a Veterans Day celebration Nov. 11. Guests can take part in: A breakfast with live music and a guest speaker at 9 a.m. in the Plaster Student Union Ballroom. Doors open at 8 a.m. and breakfast will be served at 8:30 a.m. A live performance of Taps by the Missouri State trumpeters at 11:11 a.m. outside of McDonald … [Read more...] about MSU honors area veterans
While old traditions look different in the time of a pandemic, there are many ways to say thank you. Missouri State University will honor the Springfield community’s military veterans during a special event ahead of Veterans Day. The event will take place at 6 p.m. Nov. 5, at Plaster Stadium. All veterans, family and friends are invited to attend. Special features The … [Read more...] about Missouri State to honor veterans at campus event
When Mike Oldham began attending Missouri State after a stint in the U.S. Navy, including serving in Vietnam, his mentors were fellow war vets who served in World War II and Korea. Now, he is giving back to the veterans who will come after him. Creating ‘base camp’ on campus A veteran student services office opened in Carrington Hall about 10 years ago with one person … [Read more...] about After becoming a business leader, veteran gives back
It’s a way to say “Thank you.” Missouri State University will honor U.S. military veterans with a series of Veterans Day campus events in early November. Featured events Nov. 4 “A Musical Salute to Veterans” concert, 4 p.m., Juanita K. Hammons Hall for the Performing Arts The university bands will perform a selection of patriotic music. Football Bears head coach Dave Steckel, … [Read more...] about Commending sacrifice