{"id":872,"date":"2022-11-14T00:02:11","date_gmt":"2022-11-14T05:02:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/?page_id=872"},"modified":"2026-06-01T16:30:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T20:30:09","slug":"veterans-impact-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/veterans-impact-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Veterans Impact Program"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1231 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-BANNER.jpg\" alt=\"Veteran Impact Program\" width=\"1000\" height=\"314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-BANNER.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-BANNER-300x94.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-BANNER-768x241.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center\">Born at UT. Built for Veterans. Modeled Nationwide.<\/h2>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<p>Are you a veteran and first-time, first-degree-seeking student? We&#8217;re proud to<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-1230 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Balloons-300x207.jpg\" alt=\"Veteran Impact Program sign\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Balloons-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Balloons.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/> welcome you with a program uniquely designed to guide and empower your transition to college life \u2014 the <strong>Veteran Impact Program (VIP)<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p>VIP was created and launched in the fall of 2022 by the Veteran Success Center \u2014 making UT the first university in the country to establish a program of this kind specifically for incoming student veterans.<\/p>\n<p>Since its launch, VIP has continued to grow each year and has become a national model, with institutions across the country developing their own versions inspired by UT&#8217;s success.<\/p>\n<p>This two-semester cohort-based experience is designed to help veteran scholars confidently transition to college life, build strong community connections, and succeed both academically and professionally!<\/p>\n<div class=\"responsive-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Veterans Impact Program | Born at UT. 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Modeled Nationwide |\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rfXP4_HBXWU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<h3>What to Expect from the Veteran Impact Program<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"Apple-converted-space\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1232 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/Back-of-medallion-232x300.png\" alt=\"Veteran Impact Program medal\" width=\"232\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/Back-of-medallion-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/Back-of-medallion.png 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 232px) 100vw, 232px\" \/>As a VIP participant, you&#8217;ll:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Connect<\/strong> with fellow student veterans in a close-knit, supportive cohort;<\/li>\n<li>Receive <strong>personalized support<\/strong> from the Veteran Success Center throughout your first year;<\/li>\n<li>Meet monthly with <strong>Veteran Academic Coaches<\/strong> for one-on-one guidance in academic planning, time management, and goal setting;<\/li>\n<li>Access <strong>essential resources<\/strong> in academics, wellness, and financial aid;<\/li>\n<li>Complete the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/voledge.utk.edu\/\">Vol Edge<\/a><\/strong> modules through the TRNS 201 course to gain career-ready skills as part of UT\u2019s signature Vol Edge program; and<\/li>\n<li>Earn up to <strong>$1,000<\/strong> in stipends \u2014 $500 after your first semester, and another $500 after completing your first year and program requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Log in to your <a href=\"https:\/\/govols.utk.edu\/register\/veteranimpactprogram\"><strong>Go Vols Portal<\/strong> <\/a>and find the VIP application under the <strong>\u201cJust for Me\u201d<\/strong> section!<\/p>\n<hr class=\"orange-hash\">\n<p>The Veteran Impact Program is more than just a support initiative \u2014 it\u2019s a launchpad for long-term success. Through connection, coaching, and community, VIP equips you with the tools and confidence to thrive at UT and beyond!<\/p>\n<p>For more information about VIP or assistance with the application process, please contact Erica Quin at <a href=\"mailto:equin@utk.edu\">equin@utk.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1229 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Spring-2025.png\" alt=\"Group of students involved in VIP.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Spring-2025.png 1000w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Spring-2025-300x155.png 300w, https:\/\/studentsuccess.utk.edu\/veterans\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/06\/VIP-Spring-2025-768x396.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Born at UT. 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