Events

Community Memorial at WNMU on 20th Anniversary of 9/11 Attacks The Western New Mexico University Office of Veteran Affairs is hosting a memorial on the 20-year anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks with an event on campus Saturday, September 11, 2021. The event begins at 8 a.m. with a presentation of the colors and the national anthem sung by Mariachi Plata de WNMU and continues through noon with a keynote address by 1984 WNMU alumnus J.R. Calkins, who was part of an incident management team recognized for their service with a USDA Honor Award. The WNMU Office of Veteran Affairs reminds community members about available support, including the Veterans Crisis Line, which allows veterans or service members to speak with caring, qualified VA responders 24/7 by texting 838255 or calling 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1....