Story by ARLENE MALDONADO Photos by BREANNA HOY
Tiger Media Network
Members and students of the Fort Hays State University community came together Tuesday for a Veterans Day community service event, hosted by Tigers In Service. The event gave participants an opportunity to honor veterans and loved ones who have served through acts of service and appreciation.
Tigers enjoying each other’s company 
Students coming together to make care packages 
Students having fun doing community service 
The notes left by our Tiger’s thanking veterans for their service 
A picture of everyone who attended the event 
A final product of the packages that will be given to our veterans
Students and other participants worked together throughout the event, demonstrating the importance of community involvement and service by making thank you notes and creating goodie bags filled with a small medal of appreciation. The gathering also provided an opportunity for students to reflect on the meaning behind Veterans Day and the contributions veterans have made to the country.
“We’re handing these out on Nov 11 for Veteran’s Day, to the veterans that are in the community, and giving our appreciation with these tokens. Honoring them for their service and what they did to protect our nation,” said Tigers In Service faculty advisor Elizabeth Langley.
The event provided a way for members of the university to recognize the sacrifices made by veterans while giving their time to support the community. Rather than simply observing Veterans Day, participants were able to take part in an activity that focused on giving back and showing appreciation.
“I’m really glad that this nice group came out today to help create our appreciation for those who have served in the war,” said Amanda Tuxhorn, a Fort Hays student participant.
Veterans Day, observed annually on Nov. 11, honors those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. At Fort Hays State University, the community service event offered students a way to connect that recognition with action. Bringing students together around service, appreciation and respect for those who have served.
The FHSU Tigers In Service group will also continue its efforts to give back through the upcoming “Help Light Up the Community” event, bringing students together to spread kindness and support throughout the community.