News Briefs

First generation students celebration

Enjoy a student, faculty and staff mixer 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8, in the University Center history lounge. There will be cake, appetizers, other refreshments and prizes to celebrate first-generation students at Ferris. For more information, contact Jody Maloney at malonj10@nullferris.edu.

Detroit Red Wings night

Join the Detroit Red Wings for a special Ferris State night to be held 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 9, at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Visit http://www.detroitredwings.com/FSUnight to purchase tickets or ticket packages that include a ball cap and opportunities to win in-game experiences or a signed Wings jersey. For more information, contact Kevin Bunce at KevinBunce@nullferris.edu.

Veterans Day concert

Attend the 16th annual Veterans Day concert performed by Ferris’ West Central Concert Band 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 11. The event to celebrate veterans will be held in Williams Auditorium and will include a special musical selection featuring music from all five branches of services. For more information, contact Scott Cohen at RichardScottCohen@nullferris.edu.

Native American Heritage Month celebration

Celebrate Native American Heritage and learn about the rich culture of Native Americans 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13, in UCB 217. There will be a performance group and dinner, and guest speaker Steve Perry will speak on honoring and inclusion of veterans. For more in- formation, contact Michael Wade at 231-591-2617 or omss@ferris.