On May 23, Penn State Health held a Memorial Day observance to pay tribute to those who have lost their lives while serving in the U.S. armed forces. The event was organized by the Military and Veteran Business Employee Resource Group (BERG) and took place in the courtyard of the Penn State College of Medicine Biomedical Research Building.
The ceremony began with an opening prayer by Penn State Health president Kyle Snyder and PA State Rep. John Schlegel, followed by the folding of the U.S. flag and Dr. Bunty Shah playing taps. Tables recognizing prisoners of war and those missing in action were displayed in each hospital cafeteria.
After the event, participants, patients, and staff at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital enjoyed patriotic-themed ice cream. Members of the Military/Veteran BERG and Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion placed U.S. flags at the entrance of Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center to honor family members, friends, and colleagues who have served in the military.
The Flags of Honor program, which allows individuals to pay tribute by having a small U.S. flag displayed in front of the main entrance of a designated Penn State Health entity, will continue through mid-July. Each flag costs $20 and the money raised will support medical equipment and technology at various medical centers.
To participate in the Flags of Honor program or for more information, visit the provided link
