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In honor of Veterans Day 2024, Horry-Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) is celebrating the courage and sacrifices of the more than 180 veteran students, faculty, and staff in the Gator family and the community. As a Military Friendly® Gold Status and Purple Heart College, HGTC reaffirms its commitment to providing resources, support, and appreciation for veterans through a Walk for Veterans.
“Today, as we join together to honor Veterans Day 2024, I encourage each of you to pause with reverence and pride to reflect on the service and sacrifice of the courageous individuals within our College and surrounding community who have worn the uniform of our nation,” said HGTC President Dr. Marilyn Fore. “These remarkable men and women, especially our students, faculty, staff who have defended the freedoms we hold dear, embody the highest values of duty, honor, and country. HGTC is deeply honored to support their journeys, offering resources that reflect our gratitude and respect for their service.”
Walk for Veterans Event - Tuesday, November 12
To honor veterans across all three HGTC campuses and the community, the College will host a “Walk for Veterans” event on Tuesday, November 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. This walk is a symbol of unity and gratitude, inviting faculty, staff, students, the community, and media representatives to honor those who have served. Veterans in attendance are invited to a light breakfast from Chick-fil-A, and free coffee will be available at the Conway Campus Barnes & Noble location for veterans with a military ID.
The Walk for Veterans will be held at the following locations:
- Conway Campus: Front of Building 100
- Grand Strand Campus: Front of Building 200
- Georgetown Campus: Front of Building 100
HGTC’s Veterans Resource Center on the Conway Campus is a space dedicated to the needs of veterans and active-duty service members, providing computers, study areas, and resources. The Center also serves as the home for the HGTC Student Veterans Organization, which brings together veterans from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Duty. As a proud Purple Heart College, HGTC honors veterans who have experienced combat-related injuries and have returned to further their education in a supportive, inclusive environment.
HGTC’s designations as a Military Friendly® Gold Status and Purple Heart College underscore the College’s dedication to creating an exceptional educational experience for military service members, veterans, and their families. These recognitions serve as a testament to HGTC’s mission to honor and support our veterans throughout their educational journeys and beyond.
HGTC encourages the Gator Family and the community to join in the celebration of Veterans Day with gratitude for the resilience, bravery, and commitment of veterans.