Cerritos College Celebrates Veterans Week
In honor of Veteran’s Day, the Veteran’s Resource Center held a week-long celebration
from November 6 – 9 to honor military service men and women. The festivities kicked
off with the Veterans Resource Center open house. The Center showcased its services
and offered attendees a free burrito lunch and giveaways. On Tuesday, students took
a study break to participate in the tug-of-war challenge and rock climbing. The Kabarkada
Club won $150 challenge followed by runner-up Commercial Music Club in the tug-of-war
competition. The Robotics Club won third place.
The Financial Aid office and Northwood University participated in Wednesday’s Military
Appreciation Day. The Cosmetology Department provided haircuts and Student Health
Services offered free flu shots to student veterans. To close out the week, Thursday’s
Veterans Day ceremony featured student and faculty speakers who shared their experiences
about transitioning from military to civilian life. Student speakers also shared their
experience on being a veteran on campus and recounted how the College’s Veteran’s
Resource Center provides them with critical support. Following the ceremony, participants
enjoyed free lunch.
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