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Ridgecrest, California: On November 8, 2011, Cerro Coso Community College will celebrate Veterans Day by honoring the sacrifices and contributions of student and staff veterans and sharing the many services the College and valley have to offer veterans, active duty military, and their families.
"We are here to assist our veterans and active duty military in securing their Veteran education benefits as well as provide any additional support they may need to be successful at Cerro Coso Community College," stated Dave Cornell, Event Coordinator and Director of Veteran Affairs at the College.
The event will begin with refreshments at 10 a.m. in the College Lecture Center.
The College is pleased to announce that Assemblywoman Shannon Grove representative for the 32nd Assembly District will be a special guest speaker. Other representatives from community resources and college service representatives will share information about their services and programs, and will be available to answer questions.
The public is invited to participate and learn more about what the college and community have to offer veterans, active military, and their families. "We want to recognize the important contributions of our veterans and active duty military and the tireless work they carry out on our behalf", said Cornell. With a host of participants, veterans and their families will be able to discover and receive support available from the various agencies.
For more information on the "Veterans Recognition Day" event at Cerro Coso Community College call 760-384-6291.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Natalie Dorrell, Public Information (760) 384-6260