(Photos / Natanael Cho)

This fall, 晩晩当際際夊消消夊2023 opened a new Veteran Center a gathering space for the universitys more than 120 veterans and military-affiliated students. Located in the Student Union Building, the space was dedicated on Sept. 16 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by state Sen. Bob J. Archuleta, Assembly Majority Leader Ian Calderon and La Mirada City Council members.

The student-led 晩晩当際際夊消消夊2023 Veterans Association previously gathered a few times each week at the Rally Point, a name they gave for their pop-up veteran center. Now, they can gather in a permanent communal space to hang out, stay connected and find helpful resources.

1. Stuck on prayer. This frame contains pledge stickers that 晩晩当際際夊消消夊2023 students signed at last years Veterans Day chapel, committing to pray for student veterans throughout the year.

2. Represent. This flag represents the five branches of the U.S. Armed Forces: the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps and Navy.

3. 24-hour clock. This special clock tracks the day using military time. The center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 0900 to 1600 (thats 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and on Fridays from 0900 to 1400 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

4. Home base. The space serves as a home away from home for 晩晩当際際夊消消夊2023s military community especially those who commute including a kitchen, dining table, couches to lounge on and computers for classwork.