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Edison State College Honored Military Veterans and First Line Responders

Apr 18, 2014

Edison State College Veteran Affairs, The Office of Student Life and Armed Service Members Continuing Education offered a Pre-Memorial day tribute on April 16 on the Fort Myers Campus.  Veterans, students, faculty and staff honored those who have served and who currently serve our nation with a ceremonial presentation. 

Local veterans and first line responders were recognized during the ceremony, and WWII Colonel Bouchles was on hand to speak to those in attendance about his experiences.  Students from Edison State College presented awards to Bouchles, as well as to all the first line responders in attendance.  The Korean War Veterans presented a check to the Edison State College Foundation Director, Kevin Miller, to assist with scholarships for local veterans.  Additionally, a Color Guard presentation from Dunbar High School students opened the ceremony and the Riverdale High School JROTC students presented the ‘Missing Man’ table display to honor those who are still missing in action.   

“This event meant so much to our students, faculty and staff,” said Denise Thompson, Veterans Affairs Specialist for Edison State College.  “It was such an honor to offer this tribute to our veterans and first line responders, and humbling to speak to those who have and currently serve our great nation to protect our freedoms.”

Celebrating over 50 years of excellence, Edison State College is Southwest Florida’s largest, most accessible and ranked nationally as one of the most affordable institutions of higher education. Serving more than 22,000 students per year regionally, nationally, and internationally, students are also active in a wide variety of clubs and programs that cater to their interests. Nationally, Edison State is ranked 45th among associate degree producers and 26th for its prestigious associate producing Nursing program.

Last Updated: April 18, 2014