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An America 250 celebration -- FGCU Service & Sacrifice Week Nov. 9-13

FGCU will host a week of activities related to veterans from Nov. 9-13 to honor the experiences, contributions, leadership and sacrifices of veterans, service members, military families and the broader military community.

Events will include military vehicle displays, a flag folding ceremony, honoring service members at the FGCU Eagles Women's basketball game, and a grand recognition ceremony.

Days and times for specific events:

  • MONDAY, NOV. 9 - Military Heritage & Vehicle Display/Army Day
    10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cohen Student Union, Room 214
  • TUESDAY, NOV. 10 - Veterans Day Flag Folding Ceremony & Marine Day
    11 a.m. at Veterans Pavilion at the Library Lawn
  • WEDNESDAY, NOV. 11 - Salute to Service Night at Women’s Basketball
    7 p.m. at Alico Arena
  • THURSDAY, NOV. 12 - Military and Veterans Expo & Navy/Coast Guard Day
    10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Cohen Student Union Ballroom
  • FRIDAY, NOV. 13 - Grand Recognition Ceremony & Air Force/Space Force Day
    10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Cohen Student Union Ballroom

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