TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ocean County College community will commemorate Veterans Day with its annual Salute to Veterans on Tuesday, November 11 at 12 p.m. to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
The ceremony will take place at the Veterans Memorial on the College’s main campus in Toms River. This event is open to the public and no registration is required.
Speakers will include Ocean County College students Sergeant Matt Rose, U.S. Marine Corps; Sergeant Trevon Marcell Hunter, U.S. Army; and Specialist Liyannys Feliz Barbosa, U.S. Army; along with Petty Officer First Class Brock Torre, U.S. Coast Guard, a student at Kean Ocean.
Other highlights include remarks from Dr. Pamela Monaco, president of Ocean County College; music by the OCC Concert Band, and the sounding of Taps by Mr. Ross Eadie.
All activities will be held rain or shine.
For more information about veterans’ services at Ocean County College, visit go.ocean.edu/military or contact veterans@ocean.edu.
About Ocean County College
For 60 years, Ocean County College, a public two-year community college sponsored by Ocean County and the State of New Jersey, has provided area residents with the opportunity to benefit from higher education. OCC is an innovative academic leader offering affordable, student-centered, high-quality educational experiences that empower diverse learners to achieve their goals while enriching the communities we serve. Learn more at ocean.edu.