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, which is November 10 through November 14.
Western’s Veterans Resource Center is hosting a variety of events with support from other campus organizations. Events include a military appreciation football game, a show-of-green photo, and a veterans breakfast. This year’s annual public military Run N’ Ruck 5k will take place on November 22 at 11 a.m. Interested individuals can sign up to participate in advance.
“We don’t have a military base close to us, and we don’t always have the opportunity to come together and celebrate and recognize our veterans,” shared Director of Veterans Resource Center, Logan Doerfler. “This is an opportunity for our veterans to be honored and for university partners to support them, and we are excited to bring everyone together to recognize their sacrifice.”
“I’m excited for the Run N’ Ruck and to see how many people show up. I run a 5k monthly, and I’m looking forward to the turnout, and I can’t wait for the run,” shared current student veteran and biology and public health major Gianni Villanueva.
The military Run N’ Ruck 5k is open to the public and takes place Saturday, November 22, at 11 a.m., in parking lot R, outside of the Health & Wellness Center at Western Oregon University. Register for the Run N’ Ruck today.
Learn more about Veterans Week.
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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.