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On April 29, 2004, members of the Wright State American Humanics Student Association launched Operation Yellow Ribbon (OYR). By tying yellow ribbons on the several trees that line Kauffman Avenue in Fairborn, Ohio throughout the beginning of May, WSAHSA wants to remind the community that the men and women of the military are still fighting in distant, dangerous lands. We hope that the yellow ribbons will show that those serving overseas are in our thoughts and prayers.

Without help from the City of Fairborn Parks and Recreation Department and the International Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF), Operation Yellow Ribbon would not be possible. The members of the Wright State American Humanics Student Association thank those involved with OYR and challenge other residents, groups, businesses, and communities to implement Operation Yellow Ribbon. If you would like to donate spools of yellow ribbon to help us expand our effort into surrounding communities, or would just like more information regarding OYR, please contact Mr. Jason Stanford by e-mailing: stanford.4@wright.edu

To find out more about the American Humanics Program at Wright State and our actions in the community, click HERE.

Operation Yellow Ribbon Update
On May 6, 2004, it was brought to the attention of American Humanics members that a soldier stationed in Afghanistan saw (via www.wright.edu) that yellow ribbons had been tied on the trees lining Kauffman Avenue. The soldier was touched and decided to share with us his thanks. We are proud to share the soldier's message:

Maam,

I'm a marine serving in the 22 MEU in Afgahnistan. On behalf of my comrades
and I, I wanted to thank you for your support. I was checking out the WSU site because
I'm from the area and caught it and wanted to know that we appreciate it. Have a good
one,

Lcpl Privett, 22 MEU SCAMP team
 

Of course, the members of WSAHSA are honored to have been able to show support toward our men and women in the military. We urge all visitors to this site to follow our example and tie yellow ribbons. Even a simple yellow ribbon hanging from a tree in your front yard can mean the world to a member of our military. If you have any ideas of where ribbons could be hung in a municipal area, please contact us and we will in turn contact the municipality. We do not suggest citizens tie ribbons in public places without first obtaining necessary permission.

And on that note....

City of Beavercreek Joins Operation Yellow Ribbon
Soon, yellow ribbons will be tied along North Fairfield Road near the Mall at Fairfield Commons. The City of Beavercreek Public Works Department has graciously given WSAHSA permission to hang yellow ribbons. Look for the ribbons beginning the week of May 10th! If you are a representative of a local municipality, and would like to have ribbons tied in your community, please contact us ASAP!

Some may wonder why we display yellow ribbons in times of war or conflict. In 1979, Americans were taken hostage in Iran during the overthrow of the Shah. As a sign of solidarity, Americans began tying yellow ribbons to the trees in their front yards. Soon, the ribbons covered car antennas, office doors, street signs, and lapels. Americans agreed that the yellow ribbons would not come down until the captive Americans were safely home. Now, we tie the ribbons as a sign of support for our military personnel fighting overseas.

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Dr. Jennifer E. Subban
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Wright State University
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