Culinary Arts Student Hosts Veterans Day Event to Honor Fellow Service Members

Anna Reiman posed in front of a board saying Thank a Vet with a cookie made for the event

Brooklyn Park, MN – November 8, 2023 – Hennepin Technical College hosted an event organized by Culinary Arts student Anna Reiman in honor of Veterans Day on Monday. An Iraq War veteran herself, Reiman is currently specializing in Bakery and Pastry Arts and serves on the college’s Student Experience Team. To give back to her fellow veterans, she has coordinated an event to celebrate their service, featuring refreshments she and a team of faculty and fellow students prepared as part of her culinary training.

With support from Hennepin Tech’s Campus Yellow Ribbon Committee, Reiman used her growing expertise in baking and pastry to create an inviting space in the Student Commons, where students and staff will have the opportunity to enjoy handmade treats and show their gratitude veterans. “This was a way for me to combine my skills in the kitchen with my passion for supporting veterans,” Reiman said. “It’s an honor to be able to celebrate and recognize their service in a personal way.”

Reiman’s commitment has been supported by the Hennepin Tech scholarship she received for the current term, which has allowed her to focus on her studies while finding new ways to serve her community. Her involvement in the Student Experience Team and collaboration with the Yellow Ribbon Committee demonstrate her dedication to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for service members and their families at Hennepin Tech.

“We’re incredibly proud of Anna’s accomplishments,” said Hennepin Tech’s President, Joy Bodin. “Her initiative to organize this Veterans Day event highlights the positive impact of our students on campus.“

The event took place on November 11 at the Brooklyn Park campus Student Commons. All students, faculty, and staff were welcome to attend, enjoy refreshments, and take a moment to honor the veterans in the Hennepin Tech community.

Hennepin Technical College is one of Minnesota’s premier technical colleges, offering a wide range of specialized programs that equip students with industry-relevant skills for successful careers. Hennepin Tech is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where veterans and all students can thrive academically and professionally.

About Hennepin Technical College

Founded in 1972, Hennepin Tech is the largest stand-alone technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, the college offers degree and non-degree courses in over 40 programs in the skilled trades and high-demand career fields. Achieving a high job placement rate, Hennepin Tech prepares students for high-paying employment opportunities.