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Military Appreciation Month

Military Appreciation Month raises awareness and appreciation for those who have served and are serving in the United States military.  Our founder, the late Dr. Jerry Falwell, led Liberty University by example, demonstrating the consistency of Christianity, patriotism, and love of country. Military Appreciation Month seeks to carry on this legacy. Once a one-day event on campus, Military Appreciation Month has been expanded to a month-long celebration in order to give greater visibility, support, and recognition to our military and veterans. Events are planned throughout campus during this month to show appreciation for the men and women who have served and are serving this great nation.

2024 events:

Nov 2: Military Appreciation Volleyball Game

  • Kick off Military Appreciation Month with us as the Flames take on Sam Houston State University cheering on the Flames for the Military Appreciation soccer game against University of the Incarnate Word!
  • Location: Osborne Stadium
  • Time: 12:00 p.m.
  • Watch Live

 

Nov 3: Military Appreciation Soccer Game

  • Join us in cheering on the Flames for the Military Appreciation soccer game against University of the Incarnate Word!
  • Location: Osborne Stadium
  • Time: 12:00 p.m.
  • Watch Live

 

Nov 6: Military Appreciation Convocation

  • Join us to hear a message from a John Stonestreet, president of the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and to honor our service members and veterans within the Liberty University community.
  • All student veterans are invited to the President’s Box for special seating, and a breakfast buffet.
  • Location: Vines Center
  • Time: 10:30 a.m.
  • Convocation Schedule

Nov 8: Military Appreciation Hockey Game

  • We welcome you to join us for the Military Appreciation Hockey Game to honor our veterans as the Flames take on Ohio University!
  • Location: LaHaye Ice Center
  • Time: 7:00 p.m.
  • Stream live!

Nov 9: Mike Donahue Memorial 5-Miler

  • The Valley View 5 Miler is a partnership between the Liberty University Campus Recreation and Military Affairs departments to show our support for those who serve. In memory of Major Mike Donahue, the event is meant to honor and remember this man who made such a positive impact in the community and at Liberty University. Join us for the special pre-race ceremonies meant to honor all those who have lost their lives serving our nation.
  • Location: Camp Hydaway – Pavilion
  • Time: The Pre-Ceremony starts at 8:45 a.m. and the race starts at 9:00 a.m.

Nov 11: Chaplains Museum Tours/Chaplains Event and Panels

  • Join us for a Veterans Day Chaplains Event on the Academic Lawn.
    • Time: 10:30
    • Location: The Academic Lawn
  • Attend the open house of the Chaplains Museum and take a tour
    • Time: 11:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  • Join us for Chaplains Panels featuring 4 panelists.
    • Time: 11:15 a.m. and again at 2:00 p.m.
  • Further event details to be announced.

Nov 12-13: American Red Cross Blood Drive

  • Join us in giving blood to help those in need as part of the Military Appreciation Month blood drive
  • Further details to be announced.

Nov 14: LU Air Force ROTC 24 Hour Vigil

  • Liberty University Air Force ROTC will be holding a 24-hour vigil to remember our nation’s prisoners of war and missing in action. Anyone who wishes to attend may attend the ceremony to help remember the Americans who have been lost, captured, or killed in combat.
  • According to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, as of Sept. 3, more than 81,600 Americans remain missing from conflicts since World War II.
  • POW/MIA vigils provide an opportunity to remember and honor those who have served, according the agency. The 24 hour vigil represents the United States’ constant efforts to recover and repatriate American heroes.
  • Event details to be announced.

 

Nov 14: Veterans Appreciation Reception

  • Join us for our annual Veterans Appreciation Reception to show honor and appreciation to the service members and veterans within the Liberty University Community. This year’s keynote speaker is Major General Bohm, USMC.
  • An RSVP will be required and will open up closer to the event date.
  • Location: Montview Student Union – Alumni Ballroom
  • Time: Doors open at 11:30 a.m. with the event being from 12:00-1:00 p.m. The event space will close at 1:30 p.m.

Nov 23: Military Appreciation Football Game

  • Liberty Football honors all members of our military during our home Military Appreciation Game against Western Kentucky. Remember to always Be Early, Be Loud and Wear RED!
  • Time: 1:00 p.m. EST
  • Location: Williams Stadium
    • For Tickets: Please contact the Flames Ticket Office at (434) 592-5015 or reference the Football FAQ Page.
  • The George Rogers Champion of Freedom Award will be announced during the halftime show.
Nov (TBD): Military Installation Graduation at Fort Liberty
  • Join us in celebrating our newest LU military graduates at the Fort Liberty graduation ceremony!
  • Event details to be announced.

If you have any questions about Military Appreciation Month events, please email MilitaryOutreach@liberty.edu for more information.

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