Hundreds show at Carson City veterans suicide awareness walk at Western Nevada College
Several hundred participated in Saturday's Veterans Suicide Awareness walk to Western Nevada College in Carson City. The walk and Friday's planting of more than 4,000 American flags at WNC, was designed to call attention to the thousands of U.S. veterans who have returned from war and committed suicide.
The event is part of a national movement to recognize returning veterans and the post-war issues many have faced.
WNC Veterans Club co-founder Tim Galluzi said the college's veterans group seeks to improve lives and provide opportunities for fellow returning soldiers and their families.
The students, along with WNC faculty member/veteran Kevin Burns, pushed for a Veterans Center on campus to assist student veterans in adjusting to college, as well as mentoring them to meet their academic goals. The group has hosted barbecues at the WNC Carson City and Fallon campuses, where college students and community residents can learn about services and benefits they may be able to use. Direct inquiries to the WNC Veterans Resource Center 445-3302.