November 3, 2026 — Marist will honor and celebrate veterans this November with a series of special events during Veterans Week and beyond. The University community will come together to recognize the service and sacrifice of those who have dedicated their lives to protecting the nation. 

Football Veterans Appreciation Game 

Marist Football will recognize veterans and first responders during its Veterans Appreciation Game against Morehead State at noon on Saturday, Nov. 7, at Tenney Stadium. Veterans and first responders in attendance will be offered free admission along with a guest by showing valid ID at the ticket gate. They will also be recognized through a special pregame presentation.  

Veterans Appreciation Hockey Game | Nov. 6 

Marist Hockey will honor veterans during its Nov. 6 game against Westfield at McCann Ice Arena in the MJN Convention Center. The Veterans Appreciation Game begins at 8 p.m., and veterans will receive free admission. 

 
2025 Operation Green Light at Greystone. Photo by Benson Delaney ‘27/Marist University. 

Operation Green Light | Nov. 4-11 

Beginning Nov. 4 and continuing through Veterans Day on Nov. 11, Marist buildings will be illuminated with green lights at night as part of Operation Green Light, a national initiative that demonstrates support for veterans. The green lights symbolize gratitude, appreciation, and recognition for their service to the country. 

Veterans Day Flag Raising Ceremony | Nov. 11 

On Veterans Day, the University will host a flag-raising ceremony at 11 a.m. at the Class of 1968 Flagpole and Veterans Memorial across from Donnelly Hall. The event will feature welcome remarks and a performance by the Marist Singers. A coffee reception will follow in the Donnelly Hall atrium, where attendees may also view a military display honoring veterans.