Veterans Week Nov. 6-10 includes lots of free activities for vets
In honor of your service and sacrifice, Western Washington University welcomes Veterans to participate in all the following events FREE November 6-10, 2023.
Kayak Sunset Tour hosted by The Outdoor Center Nov. 6, 1pm-5pm
Open to the first ten people to sign up. To sign up please contact Nick Sanchez at sanchen@wwu.edu or 360-650-7410
Meet at 12:45 at Larrabee State Park boat launch. The Outdoor Center will provide all kayaking gear required, just bring sunglasses and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Professional Resume Review hosted by Career Services
Viking Commons 525 1:30-3pm
Come to the VSO to meet with professionals from Career Services who will help review and improve your resume. Don’t have a resume? That’s ok, come and learn best practices in resume writing.
High Ropes Course at Lakewood
Nov 7 12pm-3pm at Lakewood Facility
The high elements are constructed in the trees approximately 30 feet above-ground and include ropes and steel cables that connect to several trees. While these elements are just as safe as the low elements the perceived risk is higher, making it essential that the individuals being challenged are supported and encouraged by their fellow group members. Designed for more physically capable individuals and typically engages pairs. The group acts as a support system, but pairs work to achieve goals.
The First Stargazers
Planetarium Nov. 8 5pm-6pm Haggard Hall
Journey back in time to explore how the first stargazers experienced the sky above. Your guide is Nashira, a friendly time traveler who has visited Earth many times before. Witness the very first stargazer making a Moon calendar out of animal bone 30,000 years ago. Discover the ancient pyramids of Giza and their alignment to the skies. See stunning digital re-creations of the Parthenon, Alexandria Library, Stonehenge and Abu Simbel Temple and be inspired by the first stargazers who laid down the foundations of modern-day astronomy. Fulldome video.*
*These video shows include a fifteen minute live guided tour of the night sky.
Our programs are recommended for audiences ages 8 and up. Our videos and graphics may contain sequences with imagery and sustained flashing/spinning lights that may affect those who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy or have other photosensitivities.
Open to the first 45 people to sign up.
To sign up please contact Nick Sanchez at sanchen@wwu.edu or 360-650-7410
Wellness classes hosted by the Faculty and Staff Wellness Program
To participate, show up to the fitness class (except pickleball) with your Western ID and any proof of Veteran status. All Pickle Ball classes are full and are NOT open to Veteran drop-ins
Breakfast and lunch in the Veteran Service Office hosted by the President’s Office
Nov 10 starting at 8 am and ending at 3 pm in the Veterans Service Office in Viking Commons 525
Basketball Tournament
WWU Veterans Day Classic - Season-opening WWU Women's Basketball Tournament held Nov. 10-11 on WECU Court in Carver Gym. Games are at 4:30 pm and 7:00 pm Friday and Saturday, with WWU playing the 7 pm game each day. A really great tournament field with the last two West Region champions in WWU and Cal State Dominguez Hills, as well as Cal State LA and Seattle Pacific. We are looking forward to hosting a great tournament with a special name to honor our veterans on campus and in the community.
Be prepared to show any proof of Veteran status upon entry.
Veterans Day Adventure Race
The Veterans Day Campus Adventure Quest presents an exciting challenge featuring a series of checkpoints strategically placed across the campus. In teams of four, participants will utilize maps, their familiarity with the campus, and teamwork to strive for the successful completion of numerous checkpoints! The goal is to accurately complete as many checkpoints as possible within the allocated time with your teammates.
Sign up as a team of 3 or as an individual and you will be assigned to a team.
To sign up please contact Nick Sanchez at sanchen@wwu.edu or 360-650-7410