A full schedule of events will honor veterans on campus the week of Nov. 11, including the 27th annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Friday, Nov. 15. Organized by the Veterans Support Center, in conjunction with the university Veterans Day Committee, the Hinckley Institute of Politics and the Student Veterans at the U. The scheduled activities strive to engage campus, support student veterans and recognize remarkable veterans from across the state.

As part of the commemoration on Nov. 15, several cannon blasts will be discharged outside the Union building: three test blasts at approximately 9 a.m.; one at 11 a.m. to signify the signing of the Armistice ending World War I; and a 21-cannon salute around 11:45 as part of the formal program.

The annual commemoration ceremony will be held Nov. 15 at 11 a.m. in the Union Ballroom. It will be preceded by a bagpipe procession from the Marriott Library to the Union at 10:30 a.m. Nominations for veteran honorees came from across the state, and the 11 selected to be honored will receive a commemorative medallion onstage. The Student Veteran of the Year will also be named at the ceremony.

Schedule of events for Veterans Week 2024

Nov. 9 | 8:15 p.m. kickoff
Military Appreciation Football Game Utah vs. BYU

Help us cheer on your Utah Utes as they take on BYU in this year’s Military Appreciation Game. Join us at the tailgate before the game for some great food, fun games and a chance to celebrate with your friends. The tailgate will start three hours before the 8:15 p.m. kickoff and go until 30 minutes prior to the game.

Nov. 11 | 1 to 4 p.m.
Veterans Day at the Natural History Museum of Utah

Bring the family for a journey into the ancient past at the Natural History Museum of Utah. Veterans and active-duty service members enjoy free admission for themselves plus one family member. As always, admission is free for students with their UCards. Join us for refreshments and non-alcoholic drinks at the museum from 1 to 4 p.m. More information to follow.

Nov. 12 | 6:30 a.m. check-in
Warrior-In-U Run
Red Butte Garden Amphitheater

Join Swoop and the ROTC for our 2nd Annual Warrior-In-U Run, the best obstacle race this side of the Rockies. Tackle the wall climb, push the Earth down, and show the rest of campus who the real boss is. Teams can include up to four people with a suggested donation of $15 per person or $50 for a team of four. All proceeds go toward Military Student Scholarships. Check-in starts at 6:30 a.m. at Red Butte Garden and the run starts at 7 a.m. Visit here to register.

Nov. 13 | Noon
Veterans Week Panel
Hinckley Institute

The Hinckley Institute of Politics hosts a discussion on the legacy and future of Fort Douglas, led by Fred Esplin, the U’s retired vice president for institutional advancement.

Nov. 14 | 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Meet-A-Vet BBQ
Tanner Plaza

You are invited to meet veterans at a barbecue hosted by the Veterans Support Center and community veterans at Tanner Plaza, between the Union and Student Services Building. Free lunch is provided by the U’s favorite food trucks and many prizes will be awarded.

Nov. 15 | 11 a.m.
27th Annual Veterans Day Commemoration
Union Ballroom

Twelve Utah veterans, including the Student Veteran of the Year, will be honored in a full military dress ceremony featuring a bagpipe procession, medallion presentation and cannon salute. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature the ROTC Color Guard, Wasatch District Pipe and Drum and the Utah National Guard Band. Visit here to read some of the amazing stories of our previous honorees.