Campus Groups Lead Observance of Veterans Day
As the nation commemorates its service men and women on Nov. 11, Georgia Tech will join in honoring those affiliated with Tech who have served.
Several groups will host events that are open to everyone on campus, and Tech veterans will be participating in citywide events as well.
Veterans Day Parade
Saturday, Nov. 8, 11:11 a.m.
Downtown Atlanta
Veteran students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to participate. For more information, contact Scott Gilliam at scott.gilliam@ep.gatech.edu.
Veterans Day Run
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 6 a.m.
Georgia Tech Campus
Run the Tyler Brown Pi Mile with campus veterans. The run begins at Callaway Plaza at the north end of Bobby Dodd Stadium.
Veterans Day Ceremony
Tuesday, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.
Tech Tower Lawn
Ceremony will include the Honorary Eleven Whistle Blows commemorating the end of WWI. All are welcome to attend to honor U.S. airmen, soldiers, sailors, and marines.
Veterans Resource Center Open House
Wednesday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. to noon
Room 217B, Smithgall Student Services (Flag) Building
The Center will celebrate its one-year anniversary with an open house. Meet David Ross, director of the Center, and join him in reflecting on the past year and planning for the future.
American Long Rifle Exhibit
Thursday, Nov. 13
Georgia Tech Research Institute Conference Center
Join the Georgia Tech Military Affinity Group (GTMAG) for mingling, refreshments, and a presentation from two experts on the American Long Rifle that includes viewing some of the most prized antique 18th and 19th century rifles.