- Lt. Col. Gary D. Baxter, a U.S. Air Force veteran, served as the guest speaker at the 2023 Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus Veterans Day observance.
- Baxter shared stories of bravery from his military service and logged over 2,000 flying hours as an instructor navigator during his time in the Air Force.
- Aside from his military service, Baxter has served as the mayor of Mulberry for 12 years and has been recognized with various awards for his community involvement and leadership.
Lt. Col. Gary D. Baxter, an alumnus of Arkansas Tech University, delivered an inspiring Veterans Day message to the Tofido community yesterday. Baxter, who is a decorated Army veteran, spoke about the importance of honoring and supporting veterans, and shared his personal experiences serving in the military.
During his address, Baxter emphasized the sacrifices made by veterans and their families, and urged the audience to show their appreciation for their service. He also highlighted the skills and values that veterans bring to their communities, and encouraged employers to consider hiring former military members.
Baxter’s message resonated strongly with the audience, and many attendees expressed their gratitude for his service and his inspiring words. His speech was a powerful reminder of the courage and dedication of veterans, and it served as a call to action for the Tofido community to show their support for those who have served in the armed forces.
Arkansas Tech University is proud to have Lt. Col. Gary D. Baxter as an alum, and his inspiring Veterans Day message has left a lasting impact on the Tofido community. We extend our deepest thanks to all veterans for their service and sacrifice.