October 29, 2024 — Marist will honor and celebrate veterans this November through a series of special events during Veterans Week, and beyond. The College community will come together to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation.

Operation Green Light
Beginning on Nov. 4 and running through Nov. 15, Marist buildings will be illuminated with green lights at night as part of Operation Green Light, a national initiative showing support for veterans. The green lights symbolize gratitude and appreciation for their service.

2023 Operation Green Light at McCann Center. Photo by Nelson Echeverria/Marist College

Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony
On Monday, Nov. 11, Marist will host a flag-raising ceremony at 11:11 a.m. at the Class of 1968 Flagpole and Veterans Memorial, located across from Donnelly Hall. The event will include welcome remarks, a performance by the Marist Singers, and the ROTC Color Guard presenting the flag. Following the ceremony, a coffee reception will be held in the Donnelly Atrium, where a military display honoring veterans will be available for viewing throughout the week.

2023 Veterans Appreciation Basketball Game. Photo courtesy of Marist College Athletics.

Veterans Appreciation Basketball Game
As part of Marist’s annual tradition, the Veterans Appreciation Basketball Game will take place on Friday, Nov. 15, when the Marist men’s basketball team faces Army at McCann Arena. Veterans will receive free admission to the game, which will include special presentations honoring them. Non-veterans can purchase tickets online.

A pregame reception will be held in the McCann Center from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., bringing together veterans and members of the military community. Attendees can register for the reception and find more information at Marist's Veterans 2024 website.