NEWS AND HAPPENINGS WITH VIP

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

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...

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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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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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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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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. 

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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 ...

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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...

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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. 

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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...

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