College of Western Idaho (CWI) is proud to honor the courage, service, and sacrifice of our nation's veterans. Students, employees, and community members are invited to join Veterans and Military Family Services for a week of events, Nov. 9 – 13, recognizing Veterans Day and celebrating those who have served.
Activities throughout the week include a Veteran Career Fair, campus recognition displays, and opportunities to come together for food and friendly competition.
Veterans Day Flag Display
Beginning Monday, Nov. 9, CWI Facilities team will line American flags along the entrance to the Nampa Campus along Birch Lane and around the roundabout. Flags representing each branch of the U.S. military will be displayed in the center of the roundabout.
The flags will be on display through Nov. 16 as a tribute to those who have served.
Nov. 9 – Nov. 16
Nampa Campus, Birch Lane entrance
Veteran Career Fair
In partnership with CWI's Work-Based Learning Center, a Veteran Career Fair will provide veterans with an opportunity to explore career options and connect with potential employers.
Tuesday, Nov. 10
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC), lobby
Veterans Day Chili Cook-Off and Cornhole Tournament
Join Veterans and Military Family Services for an afternoon of food and friendly competition! The department will host a chili cook-off and organize a cornhole tournament.
Friday, Nov. 13
Noon – 4 p.m.
Nampa Campus Micron Education Center (NMEC), first-floor lobby
In addition to the scheduled activities, CWI plans to recognize students, faculty, and staff who have served in the military with special displays throughout campus television screens on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
CWI invites students, employees, and community members to participate in the week's activities and join in recognizing the service and contributions of our nation's veterans.
