The UTMB Diversity Council and Veterans Resource Group cordially invite you to the Veterans Day Celebration Luncheon!
Featuring keynote speakers Donny Daughenbaugh and Dr. Victor Jackson
Thursday, November 8, 2018
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
William C. Levin Hall Dining Room
Please respond to Robin Baker, Office of University Events, at events.oua@utmb.edu or at (409) 747-6735.
LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE; RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.
Donny Daughenbaugh USMC (ret)
While on a 2004 deployment with the 24 Marine Expeditionary Unit to Mahmoudiya, a city south of Baghdad, Cpl Daughenbaugh was, along with tens of thousands of US Troops, trying to win the hearts of minds of the Iraqi people. On the night of October 12th his unit was conducting a vehicle search when he had an interaction with an irate driver that would change his life. The outcome of that night was a critical wound and a lengthy road to recovery. With the ups and down that come with being wounded in action, Donny’s injury has shown him the miracle that is his recovery. This is happening while also showing that unfortunately, some things have gotten worse and caused additional problems.
Seeing this event in a positive light, Donny now proudly represents the Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes as the Vice President of Field Operations and as a national spokesperson. Through the Coalition, he’s able to help other combat wounded veteran family’s as they transition from their injuries into a successful and high quality of life. His involvement with the Coalition has not only helped Donny in his own recovery, but as an active representative of the organization, he’s able to inspire others through his story of resilience and the positive effects a family can have on one’s recovery. Donny holds a Bachelor of Business Management degree from Western Governors University. He lives in League City TX with his beautiful wife Sarah and their 3 children Gabby, Kollin and Everleigh. + 2 dogs, Paige & Cooper.
“Rebuilding Lives and Restoring Hope for Troops Wounded in the War on Terror”
Dr. Victor S. Jackson
Dr. Jackson was born and grew up in Nigeria, migrated to the US at age 20. Prior to medical school, he worked as an auto mechanic and a plumber. Enlisted and serve in the US Air Force active and reserve component for 8 years. After completing his undergraduate in Social Psychology at Park University in Parkville Missouri, Dr. Jackson completed his medical school prerequisite at UT El Paso Texas.
He is a graduate of University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medical and also completed his residency in Internal medicine at UTMB in Galveston. Dr. Jackson joined the UTMB Community Based clinic in mid-2018.
Dr. Jackson is married to Maria Jackson BSN RN BC who also work for UTMB at the Galveston campus, they have 3 adorable children. Dr. Jackson enjoys spending time with his family, mentoring, traveling, cooking and gardening.
Dr. Jackson give back to the community by volunteering at St Vincent student free clinic in Galveston, Usher/youth assistant at Island church in Galveston, and currently serving as a Captain in the Texas State Guard with the 2nd Medical Brigade, Bravo Company.
