Six veterans, all alumni from Texas Tech University, were honored by the Military and Veterans program. The organization presented the “Wall Of Honor” to the families of the heroes. 

“Having students see the price of freedom these heroes had to pay and those serving now, so they can attend Texas Tech and live in a free nation,” Lou Ortiz, the Director of Military and Veterans Program at Tech said. 

Ortiz said they hope students walking through the hall will stop and look at the veterans who fought for their freedom. Audrey Morin agreed with Ortiz. Her son Staff Sgt. Steve Morin Jr. is on the wall.

“We should not ever forget what they did for our country. Its very special and I really hope that people don’t forget,” Morin said.

Joshua Fuller and his coworker Nathan created the wall. He said this was the most important project they’ve worked on so far in their careers and it hit close to home because they’re both veterans as well. 

“I cant explain those types of feelings. Its a honor to do this for the families,” Fuller said.

**Below is a press release from the Military & Veterans Programs at Texas Tech**

Texas Tech Military & Veterans Program to Dedicate Wall of Honor
A ceremony will recognize Texas Tech military alumni.

WHAT: The Texas Tech University Military & Veterans Programs will host a ceremony to dedicate a Wall of Honor recognizing university alumni who have distinguished themselves in military service.
                                                                                                  
WHEN:           10 a.m. Wednesday (Nov. 1)

WHERE:         Northeast foyer, first floor, Drane Hall

EVENT:          Six honorees will be recognized at the ceremony:  
    2nd Lt. George O’Brien – Medal of Honor recipient
    Pfc. Herman Wallace – Medal of Honor recipient
    Col. Rick Husband – Congressional Space Medal of Honor recipient
    Maj. Troy Gilbert – Distinguished Flying Cross recipient
    Maj. John Wells – Navy Cross recipient
    Staff Sgt. Steve Morin Jr. – Bronze Star recipient

                        The Wall of Honor will serve as a tribute to the courage, service and sacrifice of these brave men and an inspiration to current and future Red Raiders. The Gold Star parents of Morin will be in attendance. The ceremony will include welcome remarks, a brief background of each honoree and the unveiling. The event is free and open to the public.

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CONTACT: Lou Ortiz, director, Military & Veterans Programs, Texas Tech University, (806) 834-6538 or lou.ortiz@ttu.edu