June 9, 2025

Future union sprinkler fitters begin Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 17

A new cohort of transitioning active-duty service members started their United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) training...

June 2, 2025

UA VIP grad says program helped him begin a successful career

After transitioning out of the military in 2013, Army Sgt. Connor Higgins began an exciting new chapter as an HVACR technician,...

June 1, 2025

UA VIP graduates speak on NFSA panel

The National Fire Sprinkler Association Seminar and North American Fire Sprinkler Expo is a leading event in the fire protection...

May 29, 2025

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 45 graduates ready for civilian pipe trades careers

On May 29, Camp Pendleton Welding Class 45 students graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program,...

May 29, 2025

Congratulations Fort Cavazos Welding Class 29 on graduating from the UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program proudly celebrated the graduation of Fort Cavazos Welding Class 29 on...

May 22, 2025

Future Sprinkler Fitters graduate from Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 16

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 16 celebrated their graduation from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

May 19, 2025

Fort Carson Welding Class 31 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program is proud to welcome another cohort of transitioning service members.

May 19, 2025

Fort Carson Welding Class 31 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program is proud to welcome another cohort of transitioning service members.

May 6, 2025

Future union welders begin Camp Lejeune Welding Class 29

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another cohort of transitioning active-duty service members...

May 5, 2025

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 25 begins

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 25 students have started their on-base training as they prepare to transition from military...

May 1, 2025

Fort Carson Welding Class 30 graduates prepare for civilian careers

On May 1, Fort Carson Welding Class 30 students graduated from the UA VIP program, marking the start of a new chapter as they...

April 24, 2025

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 24 students ready for careers after graduation

Congratulations to the students in Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 24 on graduating from the UA VIP program on April 24. 

April 21, 2025

Fort Campbell Welding Class 26 students begin UA VIP journey

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomes Fort Campbell Welding Class 26 as they begin their journey...

April 17, 2025

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 28 students graduate from UA VIP program

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program graduated from Camp Lejeune Welding Class 28 on April 17. 

April 13, 2025

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 33 hits halfway mark in UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 33 are officially halfway...

April 13, 2025

JBLM HVACR Class 32 reaches training midpoint

The students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 32 are halfway done with the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

April 4, 2025

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 29 halfway done with UA VIP training

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 29 students have reached the halfway point of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

April 3, 2025

Fort Campbell Welding Class 25 celebrates graduation from UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program celebrated the graduation of Fort Campbell Welding Class 25 on April 3.

April 3, 2025

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 45 students discover future apprenticeship placement

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 45 students have reached the halfway point of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

March 25, 2025

Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 32 begins UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

March 25, 2025

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 33 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program is proud to welcome another cohort of transitioning service members.

March 24, 2025

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 16 reaches halfway mark in UA VIP program

Congratulations to Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 16 students for reaching the halfway point in their UA VIP training. 

March 20, 2025

From JBLM to Boston: UA VIP program sets trio up for success

Army Sgt. David Lee, Army Spc. Billy Northrop and Army Sgt. Connor Higgins are shining examples of the success that comes from...

March 18, 2025

UA VIP continues to break barriers at the Construction Working Minds Summit

Despite facing challenges like physically demanding work or the constant push for excellence, one challenge is often overlooked...

March 7, 2025

Fort Carson Welding Class 30 students agree to future apprenticeship placements

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Carson Welding Class 30 students have reached the halfway point...

March 6, 2025

JBLM HVACR Class 31 graduates ready for union careers

On March 5, Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 31 students graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

March 5, 2025

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 28 halfway through UA VIP program

The students in Camp Lejeune Welding Class 28 have reached the halfway mark of their accelerated training in the UA VIP program. 

March 5, 2025

JBLM Welding Class 32 students graduate from UA VIP program

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 32 graduated from the United Association's Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program on March 5.

February 24, 2025

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 24 hits halfway mark in UA VIP program

The UA VIP students in Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 24 are officially halfway through their accelerated training. 

February 10, 2025

UA VIP graduate achieves journeyman status, opens side business

Timothy “Robbie” Lanham joined the UA VIP program when he decided to transition out of the military in 2018.

February 4, 2025

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 45 students begin UA VIP training

A new cohort of transitioning active-duty service members started their United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) training...

February 3, 2025

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 29 begins UA VIP training

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

February 3, 2025

Fort Campbell Welding Class 25 agree on apprenticeship placement locations

United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Campbell Welding Class 25 students have reached the halfway point of...

January 27, 2025

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 16 begins UA VIP program

A new group of transitioning service members who are preparing for a civilian career in the pipe trades began their accelerated...

January 16, 2025

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 28 graduates from UA VIP program

Students who were part of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Cavazos Welding Class 28 graduated on...

January 16, 2025

Future union welders graduate from Camp Pendleton Welding Class 44

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 44 students graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program on Jan. 16. 

January 14, 2025

JBLM HVACR Class 31 students agree to apprenticeship placement at halfway mark of training

Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 31 students have reached the halfway point of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

January 14, 2025

JBLM Welding Class 32 students discover where their UA home Local will be

The students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 32 are officially halfway done with their UA VIP program training.

January 9, 2025

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 15 students graduate from UA VIP program

Another class of United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) students completed their fire suppression training at Fort...

January 6, 2025

Fort Carson Welding Class 30 students begin UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program has opened its doors to a new group of transitioning active-duty...

January 6, 2025

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 28 begins UA VIP program

On Jan. 6, the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service...

December 30, 2024

Future HVAC-R Service Technicians begin Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 24

Another group of transitioning active-duty service members have begun their accelerated United Association Veterans in Piping (UA...

December 19, 2024

Future welders graduate from Fort Carson Welding Class 29

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program celebrated the graduation of Fort Carson Welding Class 29 on Dec. 19.

December 12, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 27 celebrates graduation from UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program celebrated the graduation of Camp Lejeune Welding Class 27 on December...

December 12, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 23 students graduate from UA VIP program

Congratulations to the students in Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 23 on your graduation from the United Associations Veterans...

December 9, 2024

A new group of future union welders begin Fort Campbell Welding Class 25

On Dec. 9, the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service...

November 21, 2024

Fort Campbell Welding Class 24 students celebrate graduation from UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) celebrated the graduation of Fort Campbell Welding Class 24 on Nov. 21. 

November 18, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 28 halfway through UA VIP training

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 28 students have reached the halfway point of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

November 18, 2024

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 44 halfway through UA VIP program

The students in Camp Pendleton Welding Class 44 have officially reached the halfway point of their advanced UA VIP training. 

November 15, 2024

From Army Sergeant to skilled apprentice, thanks to UA VIP

After serving with dedication in the U.S. military, transitioning to civilian life can be daunting for many service members. For...

November 12, 2024

Future HVAC service technicians begin JBLM HVACR Class 31

A new group of transitioning active-duty service members have begun their accelerated UA VIP training as students of Joint Base...

November 12, 2024

JBLM Welding Class 32 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

November 11, 2024

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 15 halfway through VIP training

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 15 students have reached the halfway mark of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

November 1, 2024

UA VIP graduate says he wouldn't be where he is today without VIP program

Marine Cpl. Lou Barajas began his new career as a sprinkler fitter after he transitioned out of the military in 2020. 

October 26, 2024

Fort Carson Welding Class 29 students learn where they will begin their UA apprenticeships

The students in Fort Carson Welding Class 29 are officially halfway through their accelerated UA VIP training. 

October 25, 2024

JBLM Welding Class 31 students graduate

On Oct. 24, the students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 31 graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping...

October 24, 2024

JBLM HVACR Class 30 students ready for careers after graduation

Congratulations to the members of Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 30, who graduated from the United Association Veterans in...

October 14, 2024

Army Specialist credits VIP program for a seamless transition to civilian career

Former Army Spc. Matheaw Gundrum embarked on a new career path as a fire suppression apprentice after transitioning out of the...

October 14, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 23 students learn apprenticeship placement

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 23 students are officially halfway through their accelerated training in the UA VIP program. 

October 14, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 27 halfway through VIP training

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 27 students have reached the halfway point of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

October 1, 2024

Army Sergeant says UA VIP program set him up for success

Former Army Sgt. 1st Class Dexter Clingan has already seen the benefits of joining the pipe trades through the UA VIP program...

September 27, 2024

VIP graduate encourages other transitioning service members to consider UA VIP program

David McRill was a Marine Staff Sergeant when he joined the UA VIP program in 2023 to acquire the skills necessary for a...

September 23, 2024

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 44 begins UA VIP training

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

September 23, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 28 begins UA VIP training

A new group of transitioning active-duty service members have begun training in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA...

September 17, 2024

Fort Campbell Welding Class 24 students officially halfway through UA VIP program

Fort Campbell Welding Class 24 students are officially halfway through their accelerated training in the UA VIP program. 

September 16, 2024

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 15 begins UA VIP training

A new cohort of transitioning active-duty service members started their United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) training...

September 6, 2024

Future welders graduate from Camp Pendleton Welding Class 43

On Sept. 5, students in Camp Pendleton Welding Class 43 graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

September 5, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 27 celebrates graduation from UA VIP program

Congratulations to the members of Fort Cavazos Welding Class 27, who graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA...

August 29, 2024

Congratulations Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 14!

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 14 students celebrated their graduation from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA...

August 27, 2024

Future welders begin UA VIP training in Fort Carson Welding Class 29

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

August 26, 2024

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 31 hits halfway mark in UA VIP program

The UA VIP students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 31 are officially halfway through their accelerated training. 

August 26, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 27 begins UA VIP training

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

August 26, 2024

JBLM HVACR Class 30 agree to apprenticeship placements at halfway point of training

The UA VIP students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 30 are halfway through their accelerated training. 

August 20, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 23 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomes another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

August 15, 2024

Congratulations Fort Carson Welding Class 28 on your graduation from the UA VIP program!

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program proudly celebrated the graduation of Fort Carson Welding Class 28 on...

August 2, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 26 students graduate from the UA VIP program

Students in Camp Lejeune Welding Class 26 celebrated their graduation from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

August 2, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 22 graduates ready for service tech careers

Students in Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 22 graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program on...

July 30, 2024

UA VIP Fort Campbell Welding Class 24 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

July 16, 2024

VIP graduates represent the UA at historic White House meeting

On July 9, three United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) graduates joined dozens of other unions at the White House in...

July 12, 2024

Fort Campbell Welding Class 23 students graduate from the UA VIP program

Fort Campbell Welding Class 23 students graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program on July 11. 

July 10, 2024

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 14 reaches halfway point of VIP training

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 14 students are officially halfway through their accelerated training through the United...

July 8, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 22 students halfway done with UA VIP program

United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 22 students have reached the halfway...

July 7, 2024

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 43 reaches mid-way point of UA VIP training

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Camp Pendleton Welding Class 43 are halfway through their advanced...

July 6, 2024

UA VIP JBLM Welding Class 31 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

July 6, 2024

JBLM HVAC-R Class 30 begins UA VIP training

On July 2, the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service...

July 5, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 27 students halfway done with UA VIP program

United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Cavazos Welding Class 27 students have reached the halfway mark of...

June 17, 2024

UA VIP graduate says program set him up for success

Army Sgt. Andrew Fioramonti knew he wanted to begin a career in welding when he transitioned out of the military in 2020. 

June 17, 2024

UA VIP students at Fort Carson reach halfway point of welding training

Fort Carson Welding Class 28 students are halfway through their 118 days of accelerated welding training provided by the United...

June 14, 2024

JBLM Welding Class 30 students graduate from UA VIP program

Students who were part of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 30...

June 14, 2024

JBLM HVAC-R Class 29 students ready for careers after graduation

The students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVAC-R Class 29 graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

June 10, 2024

Fort Campbell Welding Class 23 students learn where they will begin UA apprenticeship

Fort Campbell Welding Class 23 students have reached the halfway point of their advanced training in the UA VIP program. 

June 7, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 26 reaches mid-way point of UA VIP training

The students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Camp Lejeune Welding Class 26 are officially halfway through...

May 17, 2024

Graduate says UA VIP program gave him a leg up over other apprentices

Marine Lance Cpl. Marshall Payton transitioned out of the military in 2022 and began his civilian career as a welder with ...

May 14, 2024

UA VIP Camp Pendleton Welding Class 43 begins

On May 13, the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service...

May 13, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 27 starts accelerated welding training

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

May 13, 2024

UA VIP Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 14 begins

A new group of transitioning active-duty service members have begun training in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA...

April 30, 2024

Marine veteran credits UA VIP program for easy transition to civilian career

Justin Bockway was a Marine Sergeant when he joined the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program in 2023 to learn...

April 25, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 26 graduates ready for civilian career

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) celebrated the graduation of Fort Cavazos Welding Class 26 on April 25. 

April 25, 2024

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 42 students graduate from the UA VIP program

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program at Camp Pendleton graduated on April 25.

April 22, 2024

Fort Carson Welding Class 28 begins UA VIP training

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

April 19, 2024

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 13 students graduate from UA VIP program

A new group of United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) students completed their fire suppression training at Fort Campbell...

April 18, 2024

Marine veteran thanks UA VIP program that prepared him for a civilian career in the pipe trades

Marine Staff Sgt. Cory Matyevich began his new career as a welder when he transitioned out of the military in 2023. 

April 12, 2024

UA VIP Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 22 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

April 11, 2024

JBLM Welding Class 30 reaches midpoint of UA VIP training

The students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 30 have started...

April 11, 2024

JBLM HVACR Class 29 reaches training midpoint

The students in Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVAC-R Class 29 are halfway done with the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP)...

April 10, 2024

UA VIP instructor talks about the program on national pro-union podcast

Rachel Lablance, the first female instructor in the United Associations Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program, recently appeared on...

April 9, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 26 students begin training

A new group of transitioning active-duty service members have begun training in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA...

April 4, 2024

Fort Carson Welding Class 27 students graduate from the UA VIP program

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program graduated from Fort Carson Welding Class 27 on April 4. 

April 3, 2024

UA VIP graduate selected for the UA-MCAA Future Leaders Program

Jerry L. Golden III graduated from the UA VIP program in 2017 and is now a journeyman with Steamfitters Local Union 420, in...

March 25, 2024

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 25 students graduate from UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program celebrated the graduation of Camp Lejeune Welding Class 25 on March 21.

March 22, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 21 students graduate from UA VIP program

The students in Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 21 graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program...

March 21, 2024

UA VIP Fort Campbell Welding Class 23 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

March 15, 2024

UA VIP graduate credits program for creating amazing civilian career

Ever since Sam Phipps can remember, joining the military was all he ever wanted to do. It was the only thing he would consider as...

March 8, 2024

United Association holds Master Instructor Bootcamp in Ann Arbor

The United Association’s Education and Training Department hosted a Master Instructor Bootcamp on March 5-7 at Washtenaw...

March 5, 2024

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 26 reaches mid-way point of UA VIP training

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Fort Cavazos Welding Class 26 are officially halfway through their...

March 5, 2024

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 42 halfway through UA VIP program

The UA VIP students in Camp Pendleton Welding Class 42 are halfway through their accelerated welding training.

March 1, 2024

UA VIP instructors praise growing Construction Working Minds Summit

Hundreds of individuals within the construction industry gathered in Kansas City for The Construction Working Minds Summit. 

March 1, 2024

UA VIP instructors host panel at 2024 CWM Summit

The Construction Working Minds Summit kicked off on Feb. 28. Hundreds of individuals in the construction industry gathered in...

February 29, 2024

Fort Carson Welding Class 27 students find out placements for UA apprenticeship

The UA VIP students in Fort Carson Welding Class 27 are halfway through their accelerated welding training. 

February 29, 2024

Fort Campbell Welding Class 22 students graduate from the UA VIP program

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Campbell Welding Class 22 graduated on Feb. 29.

February 29, 2024

UA VIP Camp Lejeune Welding Class 25 reaches halfway mark

The active-duty service members of Camp Lejeune Welding Class 25 have reached the halfway point of the United Association...

February 27, 2024

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 13 students reach halfway mark of UA VIP program

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) students in Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 13 are halfway done with...

February 20, 2024

Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 30 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomes another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

February 20, 2024

UA VIP Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVAC-R Class 29 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomes a new group of transitioning active-duty service members. 

February 15, 2024

UA VIP graduate first to become a UA Training Director

Former Army Spc. Michael Parker joined the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program to prepare for his transition...

February 9, 2024

Naval Station Norfolk HVACR Class 21 halfway through UA VIP program

The UA VIP students are halfway through their accelerated HVAC-R training at Naval Station Norfolk. 

February 1, 2024

JBLM HVAC-R Class 28 students graduate and prepare for future pipe trades careers

Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVACR Class 28 students graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program on...

February 1, 2024

JBLM Welding Class 29 students graduate from the UA VIP program

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program at Joint Base Lewis-McChord graduated on Feb. 1. 

January 30, 2024

Marine sergeant credits VIP program for success in civilian workforce

Marine Sgt. Nicolas Alvarado began his new career as a welder when he transitioned out of the military in 2021. 

January 19, 2024

Fort Campbell Welding Class 22 students halfway done with UA Vip Program

United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Campbell Welding Class 22 students have reached the halfway mark of...

January 15, 2024

Army sergeant had stress-free transition from military thanks to UA VIP program

Army Sgt. Jaime Chavez knew he would need a new career when he transitioned out of the military. After learning about the UA VIP...

January 8, 2024

UA VIP Fort Cavazos class 26 begins

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 26 is one of the first United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) classes to start 2024. 

January 5, 2024

UA VIP Camp Pendleton Welding Class 42 begins

The United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program welcomed another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

January 3, 2024

Fort Campbell Fire suppression Class 13 students begin training

Transitioning active duty service members have begun training in Fort Campbell’s Fire Suppression Class 13. 

December 30, 2023

Army veteran thanks VIP program for easy transition to civilian life

U.S. Army Veteran Ryan Hammond joined the Veterans in Piping (VIP) program in May with plans to learn new skills that will...

December 29, 2023

Fort cavazos welding class 25: paving a path to success in the pipe trades

On Dec. 14, the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program celebrated the graduation of Fort Cavazos Welding Class...

December 29, 2023

Camp Pendleton Class 41 graduates ready for civilian careers

Students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program at Camp Pendleton graduated on Dec. 14.

December 28, 2023

UA Veterans unite at Tradeswomen Build Nations

In a world where diversity and inclusion are gaining increasing recognition, the building trades industry has seen a remarkable...

December 18, 2023

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 25 begins on-base training

The students in Camp Lejeune Welding Class 25 have started their on-base training as they prepare to transition from military...

December 18, 2023

Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 12 celebrates class graduation

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program proudly celebrated the graduation of Fort Campbell Fire Suppression...

December 18, 2023

JBLM Welding Class 29 reaches the midpoint of its training program

As the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Program's JBLM Welding Class 29 reaches its midpoint, the students have...

December 17, 2023

JBLM HVAC-R Class 28 students look to future at halfway point of their training

As JBLM HVAC-R Class 28 reaches its midpoint, the students have the opportunity to determine where they will start their future...

December 15, 2023

Fort Carson Welding Class 27 students begin accelerated welding training

December 15, 2023

VIP graduate thanks UA VIP program for career opportunities

Former Marine Sgt. Marshall Lord joined the United Association Veterans in Piping Program to prepare for his transition out of...

November 30, 2023

UA VIP graduate thanks UA VIP program for preparing him for a civilian career

Navy Veteran Luis Diaz joined the Veterans in Piping program (VIP) in 2022 to prepare for a new civilian career as an HVAC-R...

November 24, 2023

Students of UA VIP Norfolk HVAC-R Class 21 begin training

Another United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program class has started preparing a group of students who will soon...

November 20, 2023

Fort Carson Welding Class 26 students graduate from UA VIP program

The students of Fort Carson Welding Class 26 graduated from the UA VIP program on Nov. 9 and will soon begin new civilian careers...

November 20, 2023

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 24 grads are ready for post-military careers

At the beginning of November, the students in Camp Lejeune Welding Class 24 graduated from the United Association Veterans in...

November 15, 2023

Graduate from the first VIP Program class continues to climb the ranks

Army Sgt. David Lee began a new career within the plumbing and pipefitting industry when he transitioned out of the military in...

November 10, 2023

UA VIP class 40 students halfway through training at camp Pendleton

Members of the United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program Camp Pendleton Welding Class 40 have reached the halfway...

November 10, 2023

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 41 students halfway through training

Students in the United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) Camp Pendleton Welding Class 41 students are officially halfway...

November 10, 2023

UA VIP Fort Campbell Welding Class 22 begins

Fort Campbell Welding Class 22 is now underway, and the students – regardless of previous experience level – are beginning to...

November 6, 2023

Naval Station Norfolk Class 20 graduates ready for careers as HVAC-R Service Techs

Students in the UA VIP Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 20 graduated on Oct. 26. 

November 3, 2023

Fort Cavazos Class 25 students halfway through accelerated welding training

With nine weeks down, Fort Cavazos Welding Class 25 students are halfway through the United Association Veterans In Piping (UA...

November 3, 2023

UA VIP Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 12 halfway through training

The United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 12 students are halfway done with their...

October 11, 2023

Fort Campbell Welding Class 21 graduates are ready for civilian careers

On Oct. 5, students in the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Campbell Welding Class 21 graduated with...

October 9, 2023

UA VIP Camp Lejeune Welding Class 24 students halfway through training

Members of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Welding Class 24 at Camp Lejeune have reached the halfway...

October 6, 2023

UA VIP students at Ft. Carson are halfway through welding training

For the last nine weeks, the United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) Fort Carson Welding Class 26 has been learning the...

October 2, 2023

UA VIP JBLM Welding Class 29 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomes another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

October 2, 2023

JBLM HVAC-R Class 28 begins

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program provides transitioning active-duty service members a chance to prepare...

September 19, 2023

UA VIP Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 20 reaches halfway mark

Active-duty service members have reached the halfway point of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) HVAC-R Class 20...

September 13, 2023

JBLM Welding Class 28 graduates ready for civilian careers

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 28 students graduated in early...

September 13, 2023

JBLM HVAC-R Class 27 students prepare for careers after graduation

The Joint Base Lewis-McChord HVAC-R Class 27 students graduated from the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program...

August 18, 2023

UA VIP Fort Cavazos Welding Class 25 begins

On Aug. 14, members of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Cavazos Welding Class 25 embarked on 18...

August 18, 2023

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 41 members start journey to new civilian careers

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program welcomes another class of transitioning active-duty service members...

August 16, 2023

UA VIP Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 12 students begin training

Transitioning active-duty service member Army Sgt. Warren Gellings and his fellow classmates recently began the United...

August 11, 2023

Fort Campbell Welding Class 21 students select locations to start careers

The students in Fort Campbell Welding Class 21 have reached the halfway point of their United Association Veterans In Piping (UA...

August 11, 2023

UA VIP graduate walked 68 miles for veteran suicide awareness

A United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) graduate recently received media attention for walking 68 miles to raise...

August 2, 2023

Fort Cavazos Welding Class 24 graduates ready for civilian careers

Recent graduates of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Cavazos Welding Class 24 will not be...

August 2, 2023

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 40 grads are prepared to start civilian careers

The United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Program congratulates the participants from Camp Pendleton Welding Class 40,...

July 31, 2023

JBLM Welding Class 28 students are halfway through training

The students of Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 28 are halfway through their time in the United Association Veterans In...

July 24, 2023

UA VIP Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 11 graduates

Members of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Program Fort Campbell Fire Suppression Class 11 graduated on July...

July 17, 2023

JBLM HVAC-R Class 27 reaches halfway mark of UA VIP training

Active-duty service members are halfway through their 18-week United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Program HVAC-R...

July 14, 2023

Camp Lejeune Welding Class 24 begins training for civilian careers

The United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program Camp Lejeune Welding Class 24 started this month, providing...

July 14, 2023

Active-duty service members begin welding training at Fort Carson

In their last six months of service to the country, members of Fort Carson Welding Class 26 have begun learning accelerated...

July 3, 2023

VIP Graduate finds immediate success with UA career

Former Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Dunn is enjoying the start of a successful civilian career in the HVAC-R field thanks to the United...

June 30, 2023

Members of UA VIP Norfolk HVAC-R Class 20 begin career training

Naval Station Norfolk HVAC-R Class 20 students have begun their 18 weeks of training to prepare for new civilian careers in the...

June 29, 2023

Congratulations to UA VIP Fort Carson Welding Class 25 graduates

The graduates of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Fort Carson Welding Class 25 will soon begin new and...

June 22, 2023

Camp Lejeune Class 23 grads are ready to start their new careers

The graduates of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) Camp Lejeune Welding Class 23 are ready to begin their new...

June 20, 2023

UA VIP welcomes the first female instructor

Sgt. Rachel LaBlance is now the first female instructor for the United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program.

June 9, 2023

VIP students in Fort Campbell’s Welding Class 21 begin career training

The United Association (UA) Veterans In Piping (VIP) program continues to play a crucial role in ensuring military veterans can...

June 2, 2023

Welding Class 24 students halfway through VIP training at Ft. Cavazos

The United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) Fort Cavazos Welding Class 24 has reached its halfway point as students...

May 29, 2023

Fort Carson students halfway through welding class 25 training

Members of the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program Fort Carson Welding Class 25 recently hit the midway point...

May 18, 2023

Fort Campbell Welding Class 20 graduates, are ready to start careers

Congratulations are in order for the group of students graduating in mid-May 2023 from the United Association (UA) Veterans In...

May 18, 2023

Fort Campbell Welding Class 20 graduates ready to start union careers

Congratulations are in order for the group of students graduating in mid-May 2023 from the United Association (UA) Veterans In...

May 15, 2023

UA VIP JBLM Welding Class 27 students begin civilian career training

The students who just began Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 27 will soon gain foundational skills to begin a welding...

May 15, 2023

JBLM Welding Class 28 students begin journey to a civilian career

Students starting in the United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) program Joint Base Lewis-McChord Welding Class 28 are...

May 11, 2023

Army veteran embarks on a new civilian career

Army veteran Kristofer Schaffner joined the United Association (UA) Veterans in Piping (VIP) Program to begin a new career in the...

May 10, 2023

Camp Lejeune welding class 23 reaches midway point of training

United Association Veterans In Piping (UA VIP) Camp Lejeune Welding Class 23 students are halfway through their advanced welding...

April 27, 2023

Marine lands a civilian job with good pay, healthcare thanks to UA VIP

When U.S. Marine Staff Sgt. Thomas Ramberg transitioned out of the military in 2021, he didn’t need to worry about healthcare or...

April 24, 2023

JBLM Welding Class 27 graduates ready for their civilian careers

Thanks to the United Association (UA) Veterans In Piping (VIP) program, Army Sgt. Christopher Mckaig is ready to begin a civilian...

April 19, 2023

UA VIP program taught Army Staff Sgt. a valuable post-military career

Thanks to the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program, Army Staff Sgt. Kenneth Sprague doesn’t have to struggle to...

April 3, 2023

Fort Hood Welding Class 24 begins 18-week training

Fort Hood Welding Class 24 is a group of hard-working transitioning military members who have come together to prepare for...

April 3, 2023

Camp Pendleton UA VIP service members embark on 18-week training program

Camp Pendleton Welding Class 40 has officially begun at the installation, and the transitioning active-duty service members who...

March 30, 2023

Army Cpl. transitions into a good paying civilian career thanks to VIP

Army Cpl. Rory Mierzejewski was a bit nervous when he began the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) training..

March 20, 2023

Thanks to the UA VIP program, U.S. Marine Sgt. purchases first home

Thanks to the United Association Veterans in Piping (UA VIP) program, U.S. Marine Sgt. Travis McKoy has a stable job as a plumber...

March 20, 2023

UA VIP Fort Campbell Sprinkler Fitter Class 11 begins

It won’t be long before Fort Campbell Sprinkler Fitter Class 11 students begin their civilian careers in the pipe trades. 

March 14, 2023

Camp Pendleton UA VIP graduates prepared for civilian welding careers

The graduates of Camp Pendleton Welding Class 39 will soon begin their new and rewarding post-military careers. 

March 13, 2023

Army Spc. lands promising welding career thanks to UA VIP

Army Spc. William Northrop joined the United Association (UA) Veterans In Piping (VIP) Program because he was ready to prepare...

March 10, 2023

UA VIP Fort Hood Welding Class 23 Grads have civilian career path set

The graduates of Fort Hood Welding Class 23 are prepared to begin their new rewarding civilian careers in the pipe trades.