Veterans Affairs Office announces ‘Warrior Week’ schedule

Trenton Abrego, Editor-in-Chief

The third annual ‘Warrior Week,’ began Nov. 4 on the South Dakota State campus.

According to its website, the goal is “Honoring and celebrating our veterans with events such as Hall of Heroes, Wellness 4 Warriors, game night and many more.”

The schedule of events of ‘Warrior Week’ can be found below.

Monday, Nov. 4

  • 9 a.m-4 p.m. Hall of Heroes – University Student Union
  • 9 a.m. – TAPS played 22 times for veteran suicide awareness – East side of the University Student Union

Tuesday, Nov. 5

  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hall of Heroes – University Student Union
  • 1 p.m. Culture and Combat Panel – McFadden Biostress, room 103.
  • 7 p.m. Movie Night – Cinema 8 Brookings.
    • Zombieland
      • Free ticket, popcorn and drink vouchers available to be picked up at the Office of Veterans Affairs

Wednesday, Nov. 6

  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hall of Heroes – University Student Union
  • 2 p.m. ROTC Informational, Tour – Depuy Military Hall
  • 6 p.m. Military Board Game Night – Wooden Legs Brewing Company

Thursday, Nov. 7 

  • 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hall of Heroes – University Student Union
  • 3 p.m.-5 p.m Iron Warrior Powerlifting Competition – Wellness Center
  • 5:30 p.m. Human Trafficking Symposium – Woster Celebration Hall, SDSU Foundation

Friday, Nov. 8 

  • 12 p.m. – Marine Birthday and Luncheon – Veterans Affairs Office

Saturday, Nov. 9 

  • 8 a.m. – Fancakes – Wooden Legs Brewing Company
  • 2 p.m. Military Appreciation football game vs. Illinois State
    • Each veteran will receive two free tickets

Monday, Nov. 11

  • 9:30 a.m. – Chamber of Commerce Veterans Day Program – Swiftel Center

Classes will not be held Monday, Nov. 11 at South Dakota State University, in recognization of Veterans Day.