THE Veterans Club at Wilbur Wright College

11/09/2026

From the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll to Sergeant Presley. 🎸🇺🇸

In 1958, Elvis Presley traded the spotlight for fatigues, serving his country in the U.S. Army, including a deployment to West Germany. This Veterans Month, we salute the King in uniform!

11/09/2026

Before he became the Man in Black, Johnny Cash wore the uniform of the United States Air Force.

At just 18 years old, Cash enlisted in 1950 and served as a radio intercept operator in Germany. Long before his voice became one of the most recognizable in American music, he was serving our country. This Veterans Month, we honor Johnny Cash and his legacy of service. 🇺🇸

11/09/2026

Before he became a boxing legend, Joe Louis answered the call to serve. Known as the “Brown Bomber,” the heavyweight champion enlisted in the U.S. Army during WWII, using his fame to boost troop morale and support the war effort. This Veterans Month, we honor Joe Louis for his service to our nation and his legacy both inside and outside the ring.

11/04/2026

Gunnery Sergeant John "Manila John" Basilone remains an enduring symbol of courage, selflessness, and the indomitable spirit of the United States Marine Corps. As the only enlisted Marine in World War II to receive both the Medal of Honor and the Navy Cross, his legendary actions at Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima echo through history.

He didn't just wear the uniform; he defined the very standard of valor, choosing to return to the frontlines alongside his fellow Marines rather than stay safely at home. His legacy will never fade.

Rabbit

11/04/2026

Before she was a Golden Girl, Bea Arthur was a Marine. 🇺🇸

Long before becoming a television icon, she served in the U.S. Marine Corps Women’s Reserve during WWII and rose to the rank of staff sergeant. This Veterans Month, we honor her service and the trailblazing women who answered the call to serve.

11/04/2026

Good night stay outta trouble unless you call mother goose

Smokey

11/03/2026

Its a full sentence

Smokey

11/03/2026

11/02/2026

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11/02/2026

🚑 NOW HIRING: CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENT PARAMEDICS!

The Chicago Fire Department is hiring paramedics, this is an opportunity to put your emergency medical skills to work making a difference when residents need it most.

💰 Starting salary: $74,526 per year
📌 Positions available: 11, with additional vacancies possible
✅ Requirements: Valid Illinois Paramedic/EMT-P certification and a valid U.S. driver’s license

🗓️ Application deadline: November 4, 2026, at 11:59 PM CDT

Applicants must attach all required documentation when applying.

🔗 Apply online: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/moresearch.ftl

Share this opportunity with a qualified paramedic ready to take the next step in their career serving the people of Chicago! 🚒

[ES] 🚑 ¡SE BUSCAN PARAMÉDICOS PARA EL DEPARTAMENTO DE BOMBEROS DE CHICAGO!

El Departamento de Bomberos de Chicago está contratando paramédicos. Esta es una oportunidad para poner en práctica tus habilidades en medicina de urgencias y marcar la diferencia cuando los residentes más lo necesitan.

💰 Salario inicial: $74,526 al año
📌 Puestos disponibles: 11, con posibilidad de vacantes adicionales
✅ Requisitos: Certificación vigente de paramédico (EMT-P) en el estado de Illinois y una licencia de conducir válida de los EE. UU.

🗓️ Fecha límite para presentar la solicitud: 4 de noviembre de 2026, a las 11:59 p. m. (hora CDT)

Los candidatos deben adjuntar toda la documentación requerida al enviar su solicitud.

🔗 Postúlate en línea: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/moresearch.ftl

¡Por favor, comparte esta oportunidad con cualquier paramédico cualificado que esté listo para dar el siguiente paso en su carrera sirviendo a los habitantes de Chicago! 🚒