Long encouraged veterans to think about employment at E.B., noting the company’s workforce currently comprises 13% veterans. “Those who have not served cannot understand what service members endure,” said Long, speaking of long hours and uncomfortable conditions. Navy vet currently at Electric Boat, spoke about the endurance of military personnel and the skills and attributes they gain from the training provided by the military. “We can’t thank you enough, the less than 1% that serve… this country owes you a lot,” he said. Welch went on to thank veterans and active duty military. “All of us at some point have a dark spot in our lifetime,” said Welch. Army Brigadier General who currently serves as the Commissioner of Veterans Affairs, encouraged veterans to take advantage of resources available, especially when it comes to their mental health.

“I think recognition is always great, not only on one day like this, but all year around,” said Nolan. The ceremony was opened by the Color Guard, followed by a performance by the NFA Chamber Choir. “I will come out after four years with both an associates and a bachelor’s degree,” said Caudill.

Out of the service since 2007, Caudill said that his plan now is to take advantage of free tuition to obtain an associates degree in general studies, followed by a bachelor’s in business administration. Caudill said that wartime veterans in Connecticut are eligible for 50% free tuition if attending a state school part time, and 100% free tuition if attending full time.Īfter serving four years active duty in the Army, Caudill said he returned to serve an additional 9.5 years in the Connecticut Army National Guard.

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