In partnership with AARP and Regis University, we will be hosting a celebratory event for Veteran’s Day
Regis University’s Military and Veteran Services, Center for the Study of War Experience, and Community for Belonging and Equity are partnering with AARP on a Veteran’s Day event that will honor all military Veterans while focusing on the contributions of Latine veterans throughout American History. The program will draw special attention to honoring the legacy of WWII veteran Dr. Hector P. Garcia, the founder of the American GI Forum, with a showing of the film “Justice for My People.”
The program will also feature AARP, military, and veteran speakers.
Appetizers will be served throughout the event.
RESERVE A SPOT!
Parking is free.The Northwest Denver Campus is adjacent to Federal Boulevard and located between Interstate 76 to the north and Interstate 70 to the south. Exit at Federal Boulevard and proceed to Regis Boulevard/50th Avenue.* There are seven campus entrances.
Entrance/Lot 4: Ignatius Entrance
Lowell Boulevard between 52nd and 53rd Avenues: Provides direct access to St. Peter Claver, S.J. Hall, O’Sullivan Fine Arts Center, and St. John Francis Regis Chapel.
About the Documentary:
Justice for My People chronicles the life and activism of Dr. Hector P. Garcia—a refugee from the Mexican Revolution, dedicated physician, decorated war veteran, civil rights advocate, and a trusted advisor to presidents—and his tireless commitment to the Mexican American civil rights movement.
After serving in World War II, Garcia confronted the harsh realities facing his community, including school segregation, deplorable living conditions, and systemic discrimination. Garcia established the American GI Forum in 1948, empowering Mexican American veterans to combat various legal and political injustices. Throughout his life, Garcia faced threats to his life, endured personal losses, and refused to be deterred by political obstacles. The film is deeply moving and inspiring, highlighting Dr. Garcia’s pivotal contributions to American history.
