News Release

Oct. 31, 2006

Boise State University to Honor Veterans' Contributions with Special Ceremony on Nov. 10

Boise State University will honor the sacrifices made by veterans during a special Veterans Day celebration from noon-1 p.m. Nov. 10 in the Student Union Special Events Center. The event is free and open to the public, and parking will be available in the Student Union Visitor Lot.

The celebration will feature a special video message from Sen. Larry Craig, as well as a keynote speech from Maj. Gen. Lawrence Lafrenz of the Idaho National Guard. Lafrenz’s presentation will focus on the importance of veterans and their contributions to freedom and security. Refreshments will be available following the program.

Boise State is home to nearly 400 students, faculty and staff who are veterans. For more information about the Veterans Day celebration, call (208) 426-4636.

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Contact: Rob Meyer, Student Activities, (208) 426-1223, rmeyer@boisestate.edu
Media Contact: Julie Hahn, University Communications, (208) 426-5540, juliehahn@boisestate.edu 

Where you see blue, we see the largest institution of higher education in Idaho. For the ninth time in the last 10 years, Boise State University has set an all‑time state record with a fall enrollment of 18,876 students. Since 1996, Boise State’s student population has increased 25 percent.
 

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