University of Phoenix Holds Annual Memorial Day Flag-Planting Event Honoring Fallen Soldiers
2024年5月22日 - 7:14AM
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Annual event featured Gold Star mothers and
West Point graduate and veteran Mr. Frank Lambert as a guest
speaker
University of Phoenix held its annual Memorial Day flag-planting
event May 21 on its Phoenix campus in Arizona, honoring the
sacrifices of those who served and died in the Armed Forces. This
year volunteers from university employees and community members
planted more than 10,000 flags spelling out, “Courage, Legacy,
Gratitude.”
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“University of Phoenix extends its heartfelt gratitude to all
those who took part in our Memorial Day event,” stated Eric Ryan, a
veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and the senior director of
military operations for the Office of Military and Veteran Affairs.
"Through the symbolic act of planting flags, we seek to honor our
fallen heroes, as well as our veteran team members, students, and
alumni. This day serves as a poignant reminder of our
servicemembers bravery, service, and profound sacrifices, for which
we remain eternally grateful.”
Following the flag-planting, Ryan led a moving ceremony that
featured performances of the national anthem and “Taps,” a Color
Guard presentation by Luke Air Force Base, the American Gold Star
Mothers, and guest speaker Mr. Frank Lambert, a West Point graduate
who went on to serve in Vietnam and earned the Combat Infantryman's
Badge, the Silver Star, the Soldier’s Medal, three Bronze Stars w/V
(valor) and two Purple Hearts.
“For me, Memorial Day is the most important holiday of the
year,” stated Lambert. “I hope my story provides a link for
everyone to connect with those Americans who gave their lives for
all of us.”
On Friday, May 24, the flags will be collected by the nonprofit
Arizona Heroes to Hometowns to be distributed at local military
cemeteries ahead of Memorial Day.
John Ramirez, MBA, MS/AJS-GHS, USA CSM (ret) and dean of
operations for the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral
Studies, attended the event. "Reflecting on the spirit of sacrifice
and valor within our military community is a privilege," shared
Ramirez. "The sacrifices of countless Americans serve as a guiding
light for students, faculty, and staff, igniting within us all a
dedication to excellence and service. Today, we unite in
remembrance, gratitude, and respect for the courageous individuals
who gave everything in service of our nation."
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Michele Mitchum University of Phoenix
michele.mitchum@phoenix.edu