Patriot Week at George Washington University

George Washington University in the nation’s capital has been a leader in working with students who are veterans. The latest example: the University’s Veterans Campaign, in conjunction with the veterans authors of the book In the Shadow of Greatness, are holding Patriot Week through September 15.

During the week several military-focused non-profit groups will work to raise awareness of veterans’ issues on campus, as well as to put the spotlight on the military service of the post-Sept. 11 generation.

 “In the Shadows of Greatness  is a new book about military leadership and sacrifice to remember everyone who has paid the ultimate price and recognize the service of the post-Sept. 11 generation, ” said Seth Lynn, executive director of Veterans Campaign and the director of GWU’s Center for Second Service.

All author proceeds from sales of the book are donated to veterans’ charities. During Patriot Week, each day will be set aside for an individual charity. The charities are The Travis Manion Foundation, Run to Honor, Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, The Matthew Freeman Project, Semper Fi Fund, The Mission Continues, the Veterans Campaign, and Fenix281 Foundation.

“During Patriot Week we have two goals: inspire our fellow Americans through stories of sacrifice and service by our fellow veterans and their families and raise awareness about top-tier veteran non-profits that provide crucial support to these veterans, ” said Josh Welle, a U.S. Navy LT and co-editor of the book. “We hope to create a groundswell of support for these promising veteran leaders, who will step out of the shadows of the greatest generation to hopefully become the next great leaders of our country.”

To learn more about George Washington University’s Patriot week go to  shadowofgreatness.com/patriot-week  

 




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