A day to remember
Rachel Lageman
Issue date: 11/19/08 Section: News
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, history was made when World War I ended. A few years later, Nov. 11 was declared to be a legal holiday called Armistice Day, and in 1954, this day was renamed Veteran's Day and has remained the same ever since.
Veteran's Day is dedicated to those, young and old, who are veterans of the United States military. Robert Morris University has taken great steps to show support for its veterans by offering a luncheon for them on this special day.
On Nov. 11, RMU held its second annual Veteran's Day luncheon in the Sewall Center. Associate Provost of Academic Affairs Lawrence Tomei greeted the guests and at 12 p.m. sharp, RMU's ROTC presented the flags.
"We can't thank those who have served enough," said Capt. Theresa Bodnar. "It is an honor to be here for the second time and we are fortunate to be a part of such a great military community."
Following the presentation of the flags, the room echoed as the crowd recited the Pledge of Allegiance before a brief break for lunch.
As the crowd ate, the veterans shared stories about the times that they served and their favorite memories. It was a great experience for the many veterans, young and old, in attendance.
"This is a nice event," said Staff Sgt. Chris Clark, a veteran of the U.S. Army and a current RMU student. "We are always getting e-mails about the other veterans on campus, but now I can see who they are and hear their stories."
Following lunch, Rear Adm. Robert M. Clark of the U.S. Navy addressed the crowd and discussed the history of Veteran's Day and thanked his fellow veterans for their honor and dedication.
"Thank you for what you have done, what you continue to do, and for setting the example for the next generation," said Rear Adm. Clark.
Rear Adm. Clark went on to quote Thomas Paine, Gen. Eisenhower, Thomas Jefferson and Winston Churchill about freedom and battle and reminded the crowd that our freedom did not come easily.
Veteran's Day is dedicated to those, young and old, who are veterans of the United States military. Robert Morris University has taken great steps to show support for its veterans by offering a luncheon for them on this special day.
On Nov. 11, RMU held its second annual Veteran's Day luncheon in the Sewall Center. Associate Provost of Academic Affairs Lawrence Tomei greeted the guests and at 12 p.m. sharp, RMU's ROTC presented the flags.
"We can't thank those who have served enough," said Capt. Theresa Bodnar. "It is an honor to be here for the second time and we are fortunate to be a part of such a great military community."
Following the presentation of the flags, the room echoed as the crowd recited the Pledge of Allegiance before a brief break for lunch.
As the crowd ate, the veterans shared stories about the times that they served and their favorite memories. It was a great experience for the many veterans, young and old, in attendance.
"This is a nice event," said Staff Sgt. Chris Clark, a veteran of the U.S. Army and a current RMU student. "We are always getting e-mails about the other veterans on campus, but now I can see who they are and hear their stories."
Following lunch, Rear Adm. Robert M. Clark of the U.S. Navy addressed the crowd and discussed the history of Veteran's Day and thanked his fellow veterans for their honor and dedication.
"Thank you for what you have done, what you continue to do, and for setting the example for the next generation," said Rear Adm. Clark.
Rear Adm. Clark went on to quote Thomas Paine, Gen. Eisenhower, Thomas Jefferson and Winston Churchill about freedom and battle and reminded the crowd that our freedom did not come easily.
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