What We Offer
Alumni Group
The MVC facilitates meet-ups for alumni veterans and current student veterans. Go to this link to receive communications about events.
Career Development
Professional development activities for transitioning from military service to civilian employment. Includes resume critiques and mock interviews.
Community Advisory Council
The MVC Community Advisory Council supports UT Dallas' outreach to student veterans. Members include corporate partners, industry professionals and community leaders dedicated to investing in the development of student veterans.
Community Service
Military-affiliated students participate in community service. Learn about upcoming and past projects here.
Connect-A-Vet
Connect-A-Vet to UT Dallas is an opportunity for staff and prospective student veterans from Dallas/Fort Worth area community colleges to meet the student veteran community at UT Dallas and learn more about the University from MVC staff. Contact [email protected] to RSVP.
Connect to Resources
The MVC partners with community resources that serve prior and current military members. Learn more at here.
Cord Ceremony
Students graduating from UT Dallas who serve or have served in the U.S. military are invited to wear a special red, white and blue honor cord at fall and spring commencements in recognition of their service to our country. Contact the MVC for more information.
Discussion Group
Student vets discuss topics including stress management, combat/military experiences, and transition to civilian life. Facilitated by Domingo Rodriguez, a Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) mentor.
Green Zone
The Green Zone program aims to establish a University-wide network of staff and faculty who will shape a military-friendly campus culture. Classes are offered periodically by the MVC.
Guard/Reserve Students
Students who serve in the National Guard and Reserves can contact MVC staff for additional assistance.
In the Media
Military-affiliated students and the MVC are doing big things at UTD. Read our articles and related media here.
Navigate Admissions
Interested in attending UTD? MVC staff will assist you with navigating the admissions process. Click here for more info.
PAVE
Peer Advisors for Veteran Education (PAVE) is a peer support program that connects new student vets with current student vets.
*UTA Color Guard
ROTC
UT Dallas students have the option to join the Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs hosted at neighboring universities.
*The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.
SALUTE
UT Dallas has an official chapter of the SALUTE Veterans Honor Society. Inductions are held in the spring. For SALUTE information visit this link.
Scholarships
Learn more about scholarship opportunities offered specifically for UT Dallas student veterans.
Sports Pass
In addition to Military Appreciation games, former/current military are admitted free to all UTD regular season home athletic events with the Veterans Sports Pass. Learn more here.
Student Veterans Association
The UT Dallas Student Veterans Association is a chapter of the Student Veterans of America (SVA). They meet at the MVC and focus on professional development, community service and social functions.
Transfer Orientation
During transfer orientation, veterans and military-affiliated students can participate in a "Veteran Breakout Session." Students will tour the Military and Veteran Center, learn about MVC programs, and meet VA/Hazlewood coordinators.
Veteran Advisory Council
The UT Dallas Veteran Advisory Council is made up of University faculty and staff committed to the success of student veterans.
Veterans Day
UT Dallas recognizes Veterans Day by hosting a campus event. In addition, Raytheon sponsors a reception to recognize the contribution of student veterans.
VETworking Events
At VETworking events, employers seek opportunities to connect with UT Dallas student veterans and military-affiliated students.
Warrior SMART
The UT Dallas Center for Brain Health offers high performance brain training for current service members and veterans. Recalibrate your brain to be more productive, strategic, creative, and less stressed. Visit the Warrior SMART website or the MVC office for more information.
Welcome Lunch
The MVC hosts a lunch to welcome back students at the beginning of each semester. Get connected to staff, peer advisors and other student vets.