The Student Veterans of the University of New Mexico hosts “Laughs for Veterans,” a comedy show and charity fundraiser, Monday, June 1 at 7
p.m. at the Sandia Resort and Casino. The event benefits the Student Veterans of UNM and the New Mexico Veterans Integration Centers and is made possible with donations by local businesses and the Seminole Tribe of Florida. The event showcases many local comedians and entertainers. The audience will vote on the evening’s best comedian. The show also features a raffle and silent auction for several themed baskets. Prizes include a “Tonight Show” t-shirt and picture signed by Jay Leno, and a book signed by Al Unser, Jr. The raffle and silent auction will begin at 6 p.m., so those interested are asked to arrive before the show begins.
The Student Veterans of UNM were founded in 2008 to create a supportive community for UNM’s student veterans, help them in their education and personal lives and aid in the transition from military to student life for new student veterans.