NEWS AND HAPPENINGS WITH VIP

Take a look at some of the newsworthy items for the VIP program.

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. 

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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. 

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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. 

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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. 

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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...

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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...

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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...

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