Honoring service: Veterans Week celebrations at Western Oregon University

MONMOUTH, Ore. – Western Oregon University is committed to supporting veterans as they pursue their educational and career goals. Every year, events and activities celebrate and honor veterans during Veterans Week.

This year, Veterans Week is from November 8 through November 16, and the Veterans Resouce Center is hosting a variety of events with support from other campus organizations. Events throughout the week include a Veterans of Foreign Wars uniform showcase in the Hamersly Library, warrior yoga for students and staff, a veterans breakfast, and the annual Ruck N’ Run 5k.

“We dedicate a week each year to our veterans to create a culture of connectedness across the campus community to promote well-being and success,” shared Director of Veterans Resource Center, Logan Doerfler. “This is an opportunity for our veterans to be honored and for campus partners to support them.” 

The Ruck N’ Run 5k is open to the public. Register today.

Saturday, November 16 at 11:30 a.m. Parking Lot R, outside of the Health & Wellness Center at Western Oregon University.

Learn more about the Veterans Resource Center.

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About Western Oregon University

Western Oregon University, established in Monmouth in 1856, proudly stands as Oregon’s oldest public university. Hosting around 4,000 students, Western embodies a mid-sized, NCAA Division II institution, with approximately 80% of its students hailing from within the state. Notably, its diverse student body comprises individuals from underrepresented backgrounds, veterans, and non-traditional learners. Western stands as the preferred campus in Oregon for those pursuing an enriching education within a nurturing, student-focused environment, characterized by faculty-led instruction. Where YOU belong.