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Hello!
As we prepare to celebrate Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to honor the 6,500+ veterans and military personnel who attend a Minnesota State college or university each year. Below are stories that introduce you to two students who have stepped up for our state and for our country, and we are very grateful for their service. Their experience brings a wonderfully diverse perspective to our campuses.
Enjoy!
Scott Olson
Chancellor, Minnesota State
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 Minnesota State University Moorhead Student Follows Family Into Military
Tiarra Veazie joined the Minnesota Army National Guard at 17. The Minnesota State University Moorhead student followed in the footsteps of her grandmother who served in the Navy and other relatives who were in the Army and Marines. She says her service has helped empower her and has given her a strong foundation for college life.
Read Tiarra's story.
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 St. Cloud Technical & Community College Student Heads Back to School After Career in Military
Chad Phillip was accepted to a college automotives program when he graduated from high school, but he signed up for the Marine Corps instead. And after his first five-year contract, he decided to make a career out of the Marines. Now, after retiring from the Corps, he is a first-time college student at St. Cloud Technical and Community College and is looking forward to a second rewarding career when he graduates.
Read Chad's story.
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