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Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Auburn University will commemorate the 12th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with an honor walk for military veteran students.
The walk will begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday on Cater Lawn and will be in the form of a a labyrinth.
"Labyrinths are not mazes that trap, but paths to the center with one path out," the university said in a statement.
"They are about a spiritual journey. Labyrinths have always been ancient symbols for healing and a path to renewal."
The event will include appearances from several military members, many of them current or former university staff.
Experts will also be available to assist veterans and their families with military benefits, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicide prevention, substance abuse issues and other problems returning veterans can face.
"Our hope for the 9-11 Honor Walk is to honor those who have served this country through their sacrifice," said Johnny Green, director of the Auburn University Veterans Resource Center.
"That includes the active duty military, veterans and first responders. It is important not only for those who actively participated in some way, but also for family members and friends."
Green said the labyrinth provides participants the opportunity to release their burdens of grief, memory, responsibility and pain.
The walk acts as a three-step process to help the veterans and their families emotionally and physically, with the center serving as a place of meditation and prayer, according to the university.
"If done on a regular basis, it can reduce insomnia, chronic pain, blood pressure and helps increase concentration," the university said.
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