Rutgers University–Camden continued its observance of Veterans Day with a November 12 luncheon honoring members of the beloved Camden community who have served or continue to serve in the United States armed forces.
Chancellor Antonio D. Tillis expressed gratitude to the men, women, and families of the Rutgers–Camden veteran community for their dedicated service.
We know that were it not for your dedication, we would not be here enjoying the liberties that we have. Thank you for protecting our democracy. Thank you for protecting the rule of law in our country. Thank you for all that you do. We can never say that enough for the sacrifices that you and your family have made for the rest of us.
Chancellor Antonio D. Tillis
Christian Cintron, a Rutgers–Camden admissions counselor, alumnus, and U.S. Air Force veteran, announced this year’s endowed scholarship recipients, who represent nearly all branches of the United States military:
Jeremy Kane Scholarship
Oliver L. Segreto, U.S. Air Force, pursuing a bachelor of fine arts in visual arts
Jean Mosquea, U.S. Army, pursuing a bachelor of arts in business administration
Joshua J. Piccoli Scholarship
Tia I. Gillies, U.S. Navy, completing a bachelor of science in nursing
Greg & Donna Wade Scholarship
Christopher White, U.S. Marine Corps, pursuing a degree in general science
Sheehabeldin Elansary, Army National Guard, pursuing a master of business administration
Laura Six, U.S. Navy, pursuing a master of arts in liberal studies
Paul Marone, retired Colonel U.S. Army Reserve member and a Rutgers–Camden public affairs doctoral student, then reflected on the 30th anniversary of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, or USERRA, which protects veterans and active service members from discrimination based on military status and allows them to regain civilian employment.
“For over 30 years, USERRA has been empowering and enabling those who are willing to serve and protecting all of us who have answered the nation's call to service,” Marone said. “Thank you to all my fellow veterans. It is an honor to be among you.”
The luncheon followed a wreath-laying ceremony on Veterans Day at the Jeremy Kane Memorial on the Campus Quad.
