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Mission<\/h2>\n

The Veterans Success Center (VSC) will efficiently maximize support for the veteran and military-affiliated population by designing unique, purposeful, and intentional services that ensure academic and holistic transition into higher education.<\/p>\n

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Vision<\/h2>\n

As a focal point for veterans and military-affiliated students, the Veterans Success Center will emphasize innovative support to engage and enhance the academic and social engagement of the student veteran population.<\/p>\n

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Core Values<\/h2>\n

Leadership, Integrity, Selfless Service, Respect, Excellence, Loyalty, Humility<\/p>\n

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Core Functions<\/h2>\n

Military Benefits Certification, Engagement, Programming, Fundraising & Stewardship<\/p>\n

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Credentials<\/h2>\n

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, was named as a 2026-2027 Military Friendly\u00ae Gold Rank School and 2026-2027 Military Spouse Friendly\u00ae<\/sup> School school by Military Friendly<\/a> in the Tier 1 Research Institution Category!<\/p>\n

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