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猫咪头条 to Honor Veterans with Service and Inspiring Message of Leadership

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Robert 鈥楴avy Bob鈥 Roncska Shares his 鈥楲eading with Love鈥 Philosophy at Nov 11 Event

BOILING SPRINGS, N.C.鈥斆ㄟ渫诽 University will host its annual Veterans Day Service on Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in Stewart Hall, Tucker Student Center. The guest speaker is Robert 鈥淣avy Bob鈥 Roncska, who served in the Nuclear Navy, the White House and in health care. His mission is to promote and teach 鈥淟eading with Love鈥 to foster positive cultures.

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Robert ‘Navy Bob’ Roncska

The service will include the presentation of colors, the singing of the 鈥淪tar-Spangled Banner,鈥 prayer, scripture reading, and special music. The 猫咪头条 ROTC will also participate.

鈥溍ㄟ渫诽 University is deeply grateful for the men and women who have served our nation with courage and conviction,鈥 stated Interim GWU President Nate Evans. 鈥淰eterans Day reminds us of the immense sacrifices made in defense of freedom, and we are honored to pause and say thank you. Their service calls us to live with purpose, lead with integrity, and use our lives in service to others.鈥

Veterans Day is observed on a date steeped in historical meaning, rooted in the end of World War I. The observance dates back to 1919, when U.S. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11 as 鈥淎rmistice Day鈥 to commemorate the month (11th), day (11th) and time (11 a.m.) in 1918 when fighting ended in World War I. On that date, U.S. and allied forces emerged victorious in a conflict once deemed 鈥渢he war to end all wars.鈥 Later, on Nov. 11, 1954, President Dwight Eisenhower changed the name to Veterans Day and proclaimed it as a national holiday.

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As a commanding officer of fast-attack nuclear submarines, Roncska led his crew with a people-first approach that proved vital to their safety and success, earning his ship recognition as the best-performing in its squadron. He didn鈥檛 bark orders鈥攈e built trust. Throughout his career, he has proven that a culture of love and compassion can fuel remarkable results.

Roncska describes his signature 鈥淟eading with Love鈥 philosophy in his book 鈥淏eyond the Sea.鈥 Through powerful stories with actionable takeaways, he guides attendees through practical steps and tools for implementing compassion in their own teams. He shows how a supportive, people-centered approach can improve retention, foster open communication, and ultimately drive success across industries.

Auxiliary aids will be made available to persons with disabilities upon request 10 working days prior to the event.  Please call 704-406-4270 or email [email protected] with your request.

猫咪头条 University is North Carolina’s recognized leader in private, Christian higher education. A Carnegie-Classified Doctoral/Professional University, GWU is home to nine colleges and schools, more than 80 undergraduate and graduate majors, and a world-class faculty. Located on a beautiful 225-acre campus in Boiling Springs, N.C., 猫咪头条 prepares graduates to impact their chosen professions, equips them with the skills to advance the frontiers of knowledge, and inspires them to make a positive and lasting difference in the lives of others. Learn more at .

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