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OCCC + OU Veteran Education and Resource Fair

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Oklahoma City Community College and the University of Oklahoma are proud to present this annual Veterans Education and Resource Fair! This event is for military connected individuals and their families to meet with post secondary education institutions and resource groups to discuss their options and see what all opportunities are available to this special population. Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Dependent Children, Caregivers, and the public are all welcome!

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6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Burdette Jiu-Jitsu · Glenpool

Hosted by Eagle OPS Foundation