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UW Menomonie Stout Veterans Club
The next generation of veterans giving back to those who came before them. What a powerful coming together! These veterans were with us for the very first official Vietnam Day Celebration for Wisconsin. They came back last year to be a part of us. They already told me they are ready to support us again this year (2012). I am so proud to introduce to you these Veterans from UW Stout. Having them be a part of us meant so much. You have honored both the veterans and their families. I as a proud daughter of a Vietnam Veteran also thank you. You are now a part of us. We are are proud of you as well.
The next generation of veterans giving back to those who came before them. What a powerful coming together! These veterans were with us for the very first official Vietnam Day Celebration for Wisconsin. They came back last year to be a part of us. They already told me they are ready to support us again this year (2012). I am so proud to introduce to you these Veterans from UW Stout. Having them be a part of us meant so much. You have honored both the veterans and their families. I as a proud daughter of a Vietnam Veteran also thank you. You are now a part of us. We are are proud of you as well.
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Please see letter I received from Veteran's Club President: Thuy, Thank you for letting us come and help you with Wisconsin Vietnam Veterans Day this pas year. It was a great opportunity to give back to Veterans who have given and done so much. I am particularly thankful for what they have done for my generation of Veterans. When I took my first step off the plane state-side, there was a Vietnam veteran to shake my hand; that meant a great deal to me. Thank you for all you do and please let us know if we can help with any upcoming or future events. |
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First three photos- 2011 Banquet
Last Photo- 2010 Banquet |
One of the things their group organized this year was on November 11th. UW-Stout sponsored a national roll call event. They read all the names of the more than 6,300 service members who died as a result of the current war effort. The Remembrance Roll Call was at Clock Tower Plaza, pausing at 1 p.m. for a national moment of silence. They invited Veterans, students, and community members to help them read the names.
I urge everyone to support them and all the great things they are doing!
Learn more about them and other clubs across the United States(here)
I urge everyone to support them and all the great things they are doing!
Learn more about them and other clubs across the United States(here)
