Veterans Events Planned for November 11-14, 2024

Brooklyn Park, MN – November 11, 2023 – Hennepin Technical College is proud to recognize and honor our veterans this Veterans Day. Throughout the week, the college will host a series of events and activities to show gratitude to students, faculty, and staff who have served in the military.

The festivities, organized by the Student Life Center and the Veteran’s Center on both the Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie campuses, will include opportunities for the Hennepin Tech community to connect with and celebrate veterans. These events offer a chance to reflect on the sacrifices made by service members and their families and to show appreciation for their dedication.

"We’re committed to supporting our veteran students, not only on Veterans Day but every day,” said Misty Spicer, Registrar and School Certifying Official at Hennepin Technical College. “Our Veteran’s Center provides essential resources and a sense of community, helping veterans transition into their academic journeys and beyond.”

The Hennepin Tech Veteran’s Centers offer a welcoming environment where veterans can find support, connect with fellow students, and access resources, as well as a quiet place to relax, reconnect, and unplug. The Center is part of Hennepin Tech’s ongoing commitment to assisting veterans in reaching their educational and career goals.

Hennepin Tech is dedicated to providing accessible, high-quality education to students of all backgrounds, including military veterans and their families. For more information on veteran services at Hennepin Tech, visit HennepinTech.edu.

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.