9/11 Memorial events happening across campuses
In observance of Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Student Development will be arranging events cross campuses to remember the victims and survivors.
West Campus will be holding a memorial event from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m, in front of the West Campus library. Veterans from the college will be in attendance to lead a moment of silence at 9:11 a.m. The event is sponsored by Student Development and is in conjunction with Student Veteran Affairs. Refreshments will be served.
Osceola Campus has teamed up with the Rotary Club of Lake Nona to arrange a display of almost 3,000 flags, each representing a life lost in the tragedy. Osceola County will be holding their 9/11 memorial service on the campus at 1:30 p.m., and will include participants from the Osceola County’s Sheriff’s Office, Osceola County Emergency Services, Kissimmee Police and Fire Departments, and St. Cloud Police and Fire Departments.
A remembrance event will also be held at the East Campus, in the Mall Area, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. A ceremony will be held at noon, and tables from various campus departments will be set up, including the Marines who will be providing information on recruiting and career opportunities. The Wellness Ambassadors are sponsoring this event.