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Veterans Day 2023

This Veterans Day, as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country, we also extend thanks to donors who have supported critical veteran resources and programs at the University of Delaware.

Thomas: A Blue Hen Story: youtube.com/watch?v=qB6OZkP33ac

We hope you enjoy this message from Thomas Gallucci, a Blue Hen veteran and senior nursing student, highlighting the experiences of our incredible veteran community and the impact of donor support.

In advance of Veterans Day, which is Saturday, Nov. 11, student veterans planted 7,078 American flags on The Green, one for every military service member killed since Sept. 11, 2001.

Celebrating Veterans Day

In advance of Veterans Day student veterans planted 7,078 American flags on The Green, one for every military service member killed since Sept. 11, 2001.

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Volunteer Shout-Outs - December 2025

The Office of Development and Alumni Relations relies on a team of dedicated Blue Hen volunteers to strengthen the connections between alumni, students and the University through a variety of programs and events. Volunteers' many contributions include planning and helping to lead regional, affinity and reunion events, offering mentorship and professional development opportunities to students and serving as proud ambassadors of UD.
2025 UD Holiday Gift Guide

Our 2025 holiday gift guide is here!
Volunteer Shout-Outs - November 2025

The Office of Development and Alumni Relations relies on a team of dedicated Blue Hen volunteers to strengthen the connections between alumni, students and the University through a variety of programs and events. Volunteers' many contributions include planning and helping to lead regional, affinity and reunion events, offering mentorship and professional development opportunities to students and serving as proud ambassadors of UD.