Veterans Appreciation Week
At George Washington University, veterans are a vital part of our community—bringing leadership, experience, and a spirit of service that enriches campus life and the world beyond. Each year, we dedicate the week of Veterans Day to honoring our veteran students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Join us as we come together to celebrate their contributions, share their stories, and express our gratitude for their service to our nation.
Veterans Day Luncheon Celebration
Honoring Service, Sacrifice and Leadership
Wed., Nov. 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Grand Ballroom, University Student Center
Join us for a luncheon celebration of Veterans Day and tribute to military veterans in the GW community. Open to the entire GW family, this meaningful event offers an opportunity to come together in appreciation of the service, sacrifice, and leadership of those who have served our nation.
Dress code: Business casual.
Veterans Week Schedule
- Tuesday, November 10
GW Military Community Center Open House
- Location: Military Community Center (2035 F St. NW, Washington, D.C., 20052)
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
All members of the GW community are invited to visit, as your schedule allows, for an open house and tours of GW’s Military Community Center. No RSVP required.
GW Men's Basketball vs Elon
- Location: Charles E. Smith Center
- 7 p.m.
All members of the GW community are invited to these exciting Veterans Appreciation Week matchups - members of GW’s military community will be recognized at the games.
Currently enrolled GW students may attend at no cost by presenting their GWIDs.
- Wednesday, November 11
Veterans Day Celebration: Honoring Service, Sacrifice and Leadership
- Location: University Student Center, Grand Ballroom
- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Dress code: Business casual
Join the Office of Military and Veteran Services for a luncheon celebration of Veterans Day and tribute to military veterans in the GW community. Open to the entire GW family, this meaningful event offers an opportunity to come together in appreciation of the service, sacrifice, and leadership of those who have served our nation.
The ceremony will include a keynote address from Representative Gil Cisneros, B.A. '94, a former Navy officer, GW alumnus, donor and namesake of the GW Cisneros Hispanic Leadership Institute. Please RSVP by October 29.
GW Women's Basketball vs Georgetown
- Location: Charles E. Smith Center
- 6 p.m.
All members of the GW community are invited to these exciting Veterans Appreciation Week matchups - members of GW’s military community will be recognized at the games.
Currently enrolled GW students may attend at no cost by presenting their GWIDs.
- Thursday, November 12
Supporting Military-Affiliated Students: “Green Zone” Training
- Location: University Student Center, Room 308
- Noon to 1 p.m.
GW faculty and staff members are encouraged to participate in “Green Zone” training to learn about GW’s military student demographics, military culture, transitional issues facing military students’ journey from their service experience to academia, and GW and local/regional resources to support military students. This interactive training session will feature a panel of military-affiliated students who will share their service and GW experiences. Please register by 9 November.