What: Marquette Veteran Expo Opening Remarks and Kickoff
Who: Marquette Mayor Robert Niemi, Dr. Fritz Erickson, president of Northern Michigan University and Jeff Barnes, director of the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
When: 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 8
Where: Superior Dome, Northern Michigan University 1401 Presque Isle Ave, Marquette, MI 49855
Synopsis: Mayor Niemi, President Erickson and Director Barnes will give opening remarks to officially kick off the U.P. Veteran Expo at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 8.
The Expo is a “one-stop shop” for veterans and their families looking for information on employment and education opportunities, healthcare screenings, benefits counselors, recreation programs and other resources available to them. The event is free and runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency serves as the central coordinating point, connecting those who have served in the United States Armed Services and their families, to services and benefits throughout the state of Michigan. The agency values inclusion, integrity, transparency, innovation and respect and aspires to provide the customer service experience that veterans deserve. For more information, visit MichiganVeterans.com or call 1-800-MICH-VET.
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