Veterans Day
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Events
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) in conjunction with Coca Cola, Scrappy's Cupboard, Access & Engagement, and our many sponsors are proud to host very special and unique events for veterans.
Holiday 4 Heroes Event Lineup
Military Appreciation Salute to Heroes Game & Tailgate: Saturday, November 4th
UTC Veteran and Military Affairs are honored to partner with UTC Athletics in the Salute To Heroes Game Day Celebration on November 4th. As with last year, the Salute To Heroes 2023 Series continues to honor our military, veteran, firefighter, first-responder, and law enforcement communities during the Chattanooga Vs Furman game! Ready for some Tailgating fun? Come out to the Veteran and Military Affairs at their tailgate location at the First Horizon Pavilion in Chattanooga, TN (across from Finley Stadium) as early as 10:30 am where we will sponsor food and limited-edition game day apparel giveaways (limited-quantities available)!
Time: 10:30 am - 1:30 pm (Tailgate) Kickoff: 1:30 PM
Location: First Horizon Pavilion in Chattanooga, TN (across from Finley Stadium).
Game Tickets: No ticket is needed for the Tailgate. However, for the game, Military Service Members and Veterans show your Military ID at the ticket box office for free entry! Tickets for family members can be purchased on game day. However, stop by our office Room 143F (by the Gameroom) or Call us (423-425-4663) to see if we have some extra tickets to hand-out. Don't forget currently enrolled students receive free admission after registration and can RSVP for the tailgate on MocSync.
Want to get your tickets in advance? Head to GoMocs.com/Tickets and use code HEROES to claim your complementary ticket.
The Military-Connected Community can enjoy the tailgating experience:
- A limited-edition Salute to Heroes Series: Military Appreciation Game Day Hoodie (limited quantities).
- A feast of Game Day Treats with all the delicious sides and selection of beverages.
- Games and Giveaways.
- Family Friendly Environment.
- Enjoy the festivities and fellowship with the Chattanooga Veteran & Military Community.
We Can't Wait to See You There!
Student's, Staff, & Faculty may RSVP on MocSync here.
Veterans Day 2023 Event #1: Thursday, November 9th
Event: Veteran Food Trucks on Campus.
Location: Outside in Heritage Plaza. FREE Guest Parking is available in Lot 31 from 10am to 5pm.
Details: Since we received such rave reviews last year about our Food Trucks On-Campus Event, we decided to dedicate a whole day to the food truck experience which is why we decided to observe the 9th of November as our event day! For the VMA food trucks on-campus event on November 9th, we are offering FREE food truck meal vouchers (meals under $13) to all service-members and veterans during the entirety of the event. Using the "Pay-It-Forward" model from last year's event, we established a system to provide free food truck vouchers to veterans and military service members (active-duty) which is coordinated through our Give.UTC.EDU/VSS fund and would love your support! As little as a $13 donation will provide support to the military connected population. Additional funding received will help secure future outreach initiatives such as the upcoming "Holiday's 4 Heroes" campaign.
We are hopeful that the event will take place outside Heritage Plaza and will provide additional seating for fellowship in the UC's Tennessee Room and will provide drinks and sweet treats.
Student's, Staff, & Faculty may RSVP on MocSync here.
Veterans Day 2023 Event #2: Friday, November 10th
Event: Veterans Day Chancellors Luncheon
Location: University Center (Tennessee Room).
Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Details: The Office of The Chancellor with help and coordination from Veteran and Military Affairs will be hosting a luncheon to honor all the men and women of the armed services.
Holiday 4 Heroes: Free Pre-Thanksgiving Meal Drive-Thru. Thursday November 16th
We understand that not all students want to cook a Thanksgiving meal or have a chance to go home for the holidays. Stop by the drive-thru and pick up your FREE* Pre-Thanksgiving Already Cooked Meal to kick off the holiday spirit! Grab Goodies and supplies to help you plan your Thanksgiving Feast courtesy of Scrappy's Cupboard and our many sponsors! Military-Connected attendees have a chance to spin the VMA prize wheel to unwrap what might contain 1 of 5 $50 Publix Gift Card's as well as many other prizes! #Freebies #Prizes #FreeFood
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: Outside of The University Center Terrell Owens Way Car Circle
*Meals are limited on a first come, first served basis.
Student's, Staff, & Faculty may RSVP on MocSync here.
Holiday 4 Heroes: Holiday Social & Fall 2023 Graduation Celebration, Friday, December 1st
Come celebrate and socialize with our graduating class of Fall 2023! During the Holiday Social, grab a bite and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa while we cheer on our graduating class of Fall 2023 and Quilt of Valor®(QOV) Awardees! Graduating veterans and service members will be able to pick up their stoles and cords. Attendees will enjoy the VMA prize wheel (gift cards, vouchers, swag, and more) to kick-off the holiday season! #Freebies #Prizes #FreeFood
Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Location: University Center, Tennessee Room
Fall 2023 QOV Awardees were nominated Fall 2022 so we will not be seeking additional nominations at this time. For more information about Quilt of Valor® and how to get involved visit https://www.qovf.org/.
Student's, Staff, & Faculty may RSVP on MocSync here.