Military Affairs presents Mike Lynn with coin and certificate

By Bryce Johnson •

Mike Lynn, assistant director of Mako Media Network, formerly known as Student Media, received a Certificate of Appreciation and a challenge coin on Sept. 27. Sandra Wendland, director of Military Affairs, and Major Ben Wendland, assistant professor of military science and the head instructor for ROTC, who are both married, awarded Lynn for his support of NSU’s Military Affairs and Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.

“It’s always nice to help others in the NSU community, and it’s very rewarding when others can come back and celebrate with you the great community that NSU has,” Lynn said. “I enjoy working with the Veterans Affairs Office, and I’ve been assisting them

Mike Lynn, assistant director of Mako Media Network, receives a certificate from Major Ben Wendland for his contributions to the Veterans Affairs Office.

with various projects over the years, even since I was an undergraduate student working at Mako TV [formerly SUTV].”

The challenge coin is presented in the military to those who demonstrate dedication and selflessness.

Sandra Wendland awarded it to Lynn for his help with the 9/11 Day of Remembrance event.

“He came out there and made sure all of our speakers, our wiring, our mics, all of our audio was done to perfection, so that we could honor and memorialize everyone affected during the tragedy that occurred so many years ago,” Sandra Wendland said. “We are very appreciative of Mike. We find him to be dedicated. We find him to be an asset to this university and a real keeper.”

Ben Wendland awarded Lynn a Certificate of Appreciation for being the DJ at the first annual ROTC Ball.

“He went above and beyond. Without him, it would not have gone so flawlessly. He communicated very effectively,” Ben Wendland said. “I will definitely be asking him again about information as far as DJ equipment and setting up our Military Ball with audio equipment.”