Since America fought for, and eventually won, its independence in the 18th century, the nation has been involved in more than 12 major wars and conflicts worldwide, from the American Revolution up to and including present-day military operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Although technology, strategy and even philosophy has changed over the decades, the sacrifices and courage of Americans willing to serve their country have not.On Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010, MCC-Maple Woods honored its student veterans with a special Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony in the Campus Center Arbor Room. In addition to honoring all veterans in attendance by recognizing them and their respective military branches, guest speakers told the audience about their experiences, from World War II through the present Operation Enduring Freedom.
Veterans Day, held Nov. 11 each year, grew out of a proclamation in 1919 by President Woodrow Wilson commemorating “Armistice Day,” the day when soldiers ceased combat in World War I, the “war to end all wars.” Allied and German forces signed an armistice agreement at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, agreeing to end hostilities. Although the original Armistice Day act was meant to honor soldiers of World War I, Congress amended the proclamation in 1954 to honor soldiers fighting in World War II and Korea, and Armistice Day became the modern Veterans Day.
In honor of their service to America, military veterans are encouraged to continue their education through benefits provided by the government. The Montgomery GI Bill and the Post-9/11 GI Bill offer many
provisions for returning veterans to complete a college degree. Missy Lueken, MCC-Maple Woods’ financial aid veterans coordinator, is available for returning veterans with questions about how to qualify and what they need to do to receive their benefits. MCC-Maple Woods also recently started a Student Veterans Club to help student veterans connect with others. 
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