Razorback Stadium To Go Green For Veterans

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – For the second consecutive year, Razorback Athletics will trade cardinal for green on Thursday in celebration of Veteran’s Day and to support the Greenlight A Vet program. On Thursday evening, Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium, traditionally highlighted with cardinal lights before home games, will be illuminated in green as a tribute to all those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

“We are pleased to once again join with Walmart and other veterans organizations to recognize the extraordinary service of our veterans,” Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Jeff Long said. “We encourage all Razorbacks to participate in the Greenlight A Vet program to show our support for those who have served our country both at home and abroad. Without the commitment and sacrifice of those men and women who have protected our nation, we would not have the freedoms we enjoy today. We are grateful for their service and are deeply indebted for their contributions to our great nation.”

The Razorbacks are partnering in the program in association with Walmart and empowering organizations for veterans including the Institute for Veterans and Military Families, Team Red, White and Blue, Team Rubicon, Hire Heroes USA and Blue Star Families.

America’s veterans are some of the nation’s bravest, hardest-working men and women. However, it’s hard to show them the appreciation they deserve when, back home and out of uniform, they’re more camouflaged than ever. Greenlight a Vet is a campaign to establish visible national support for our veterans by changing one light to green.

Green is the color of hope, renewal and well-being. “Greenlight” is also a term commonly used to activate forward movement. The simple action of changing one light to green is intended to spark a national conversation regarding the recognition of veterans, and “greenlight” them forward as valued members of our communities.

Razorback fans are encouraged to stop by Lot 44 on the north end of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium to snap a photo of the “Greenlight” salute and then distribute via social media with #GreenLightAVet to thank our veterans.

Razorback fans are also encouraged to participate in a visible location-on your porch, in your home, or at your office-and keep it glowing through November 11 as a symbol of appreciation and support for our veterans.

More information about the Greenlight a Vet program may be found at the website here.

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