2024 Veterans Awareness Week
November 4 - 11
Check back for an updated list of events.
The best time of year is here! In 2008 Congress approved a resolution designating "National Veterans Awareness Week" to emphasize the need to develop educational programs regarding the contributions of veterans to the country (S.Res.692). Kutztown University recognizes and honors our military and veteran community and their families. Join us as we celebrate with a week of activities.
Hosted by KU’s Military & Veterans Services and partnering campus offices. All events are free and many are open to the public, unless noted.
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Events are subject to change
PRE-EVENTS
spring 2025 priority registration
Thursday-Friday, October 24-25th | View your MYKU portal for your appointment time
Self-Identified Military, Veteran and Military-Affiliated Students are able to register for their classes early if:
- their advisor cleared them to register
- they have no registration-holds on their account
How do you self-identify?
- Students using military benefits - submit your Fall 2024 KUEnrollment Certification form
- Students not using military benefits - submit your Priority Registration Request form and supporting document to Ms. Kopecky, kopecky@kutztown.edu
- Students participating in Army R.O.T.C. - submit their ROTC Priority Registration Form to Ms. Kopecky, kopecky@kutztown.edu.
2024 Health expo
Thursday, October 31st | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
McFarland Student Union, Multipurpose Room
We are excited to participate in this year's "Well Ween Expo". Stop by for some fun, interactive and creative tables. Light refreshments available.
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military & veteran VOICES PROJECT
Attention all KU Student Veteran, Alumni, Faculty, Staff and Military-Affiliated Students
- We want to capture your stories to include in our Veteran History initiative.
- Dependents can also share stories about their Veteran loved one.
- Email veterans@kutztown.edu to learn more.
KU CAMPUS STORE 40% DISCOUNT On Apparel And Gifts
Monday – Monday | 11/4 – 11/11
Campus Store and Online
- Eligibility: KU Military, Veteran and Military-Affiliated Students, Faculty, and Staff.
- KU Students using military benefits - present your KU ID to the cashier to receive your discount
- KU Military and Veteran Alumni - contact the Military & Veterans Services Office to receive discount code
- All others must provide proof of service (military ID card, DD214, driver's license with a Veteran identifier).
Honoring MILITARY service DISPLAYS
Monday – Monday | 11/4 – 11/11
Display Locations
Lawns
- Rorhbach Library Lawn (11/4-11/8)
- Military Appreciation Football Game - Andre Reed Stadium (11/9)
- Schaeffer Auditorium Courtyard Lawn (11/11)
Display Cases - All Week
- Rohrbach Library M&VS Display Case
- 1st Floor near Book and Brew Coffee Shop
- McFarland Student Union Atrium - Flag Display for all Military Branches
- McFarland Student Union Display Case
- Across from information Desk - Honoring Medal of Honor Recipients
- McFarland Student Union Display Gallery
- Gallery near Starbucks - Honoring Women Veterans
Join US MONDAY
military benefits CLINIC
**FOR STUDENTS NEW TO TA, TO FILL OUT VA ENROLLMENT CERTIFICATION REQUEST FORM, AND STUDENTS CHANGING MAJORS**
Monday, 11/4 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
McFarland Student Union, 250 President's Room
- Stop and receive assistance with your Army Ignited (AI) Tuition Assistance Account
- create your account
- identify account issues (holds, etc.)
- Students with AI accounts with accound holds are unable to apply for TA
- The TA request window opens 60 days before the start of classes (November 23rd for Spring 2024)
JOIN US TUESDAY
Bracelet Bling with Ms. Val
Tuesday, 11/5 | 11 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
322 McFarland Student Union
- Create your own blinged out friendship bracelet and necklace
- Light lunch and refreshments
- While supplies last
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holiday cards for deployed troops
Wednesday, 11/6 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Host: Student Veterans Association and KU Fencing Club
Stop by the MSU Lobby (Table B) and fill out a holiday card for troops who are deployed.
Drop off your deployment carepackage items! See list of items in ALL WEEK section above.
Enjoy a tasty treat!
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Mil-Vet Student Appreciation LUNCHEON
***REGISTRATION REQUIRED***
Thursday, 11/7 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.
250 McFarland Student Union
An appreciation luncheon to celebrate veteran and military-affiliated students. This event is not open to the public.
Contributing Partner
- Mission BBQ
Register no later than 10/31
FIRST YEAR SEMINAR - military awareness
Thursday, 11/7 | Various Times and Locations
- This session is designed to assist military and veteran students who are new to KU to successfully navigate their next steps.
- Select portions of Green Zone Cultural Awareness Training are introduced to help bridge gaps and foster supportive learning environments.
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REMEMBER EVERYONE DEPLOYED (R.E.D.)
Wear on Friday, 11/8 | Purchase Now until 11/7
Purchase RED Buttons: 262 McFarland Student Union (Military & Veterans Services)
- Support Deployed Troops by wearing RED on Fridays.
- Only $1!
- Receive a complimentary small hot coffee/tea beverage coupon - use at Starbucks and Book and Brew Cafe (Rohrbach Library, 1st Floor).
- 100% proceeds supports the KU Veterans Emergency Fund and Deployment Care Packages for Ku Student-Veterans who are currently deployed.
- Purchase buttons
- KU Campus Locations only - Pre order buttons by 10/25th for on campus delivery.
- Military & Veterans Services | 262 MSU between 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. until 11/7
- While supplies last.
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MILITARY APPRECIATION FOOTBALL GAME
Saturday, 11/9 | 12 p.m.
Veterans and Military members are provided free admission at ticket booth.
Andre Reed Stadium
- Kutztown University vs West Chester University
- Kutztown Pipe Band opens with "America the Beautiful'
- Army R.O.T.C. Color Guard posts the colors
- Veteran Alumni Spirit Award presentation
- Military-Inspired Mime Entertainment
- Check out Avalanche in his military gear
- Join KU military pride and fan fare
- and more...
Berks County Veterans Appreciation Dance
Saturday, 11/9 | 3:30 p.m.
Wilson High School Gymnasium - Wyomissing, PA.
Cost: $20 per person.
JOIN US Sunday
Happy Birthday Marine Corps!
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 will be the United States Marine Corps’ 249th birthday. While not a Federal holiday, Marines around the world have celebrated the Marine Corps Birthday for over a century.
Source: https://veteran.com/marine-corps-birthday/
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Flag Raising Ceremony
Monday, 11/11
Raising 7:45 a.m. | Lowering 4:30 p.m.
*times are subject to change. Check back the week of the event for set times.
Schaeffer Auditorium Courtyard
- Join the Student Veterans Association and ROTC during their annual flag raising and lowering ceremony to honor Veterans Day.
Post-Events
National Veterans Small Business Week
November 4 - 11 | Various dates and times
Virtual
The Small Business Administration (SBA) recognizes the annual National Veterans Small Business Week (NVSBW) as a time to celebrate and empower service members, veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouse entrepreneurs. SBA provides resources and training to connect veterans with the tools they need for their startup.
Online Boots to Business Two-Day Entrepreneurial Training for Veterans and Spouse
Tuesday, November 5 and Wednesday, November 6th | 9:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. EST (Online)
https://www.sba.gov/event/57432
Doing Business with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), SBA's Veteran Certification (VetCert), and VBOC Program
Tuesday, November 5th | 9:00 a.m. - 10 a.m. CST (Online)
https://www.sba.gov/event/56733
Streamlining Your Small Business: Setting up effective Systems & Processes
Thursday, November 7th | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST (Online)
https://www.sba.gov/event/52726
Visit NVSBW for a complete listing of free training (online and in-person) and to register.