EXPERIENCE THE MAVERICK FACTOR
UTA is proud to be the No. 1 public university for veterans and their families in Texas, as recognized by Military Times. We provide veterans with the resources to pursue their goals with purpose and resilience. At UTA, you’ll find unparalleled community support to help you graduate with the skills to make a meaningful impact in your career and beyond.
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STUDENT STORIES
Meet Sebastian
An Army veteran majoring in social work
“I never thought I’d do something so focused on the community, but after getting so involved on campus, I haven’t looked back. Now, this community is what makes me who I am.”
- Sebastian found inspiration in UTA's supportive campus community.
- Particularly grateful for the Military and Veteran Services Office.
- This support ignited a new drive in him to give back.
- Found his home in the School of Social Work.
- Working toward a career centered on serving fellow veterans.
- Dedication to service defines Sebastian’s Maverick Factor.
Meet Timothy
A Marine Corps veteran working on his PhD
"For me, the Maverick Factor is about having that purpose and being able to push through to build the career and the life that I want for me and my family.”
- Right out of high school, Timothy Eastep joined the Marine Corps and served for four years.
- After getting married and having children, his priorities shifted.
- Timothy relentlessly pursued his goals to build a better future for his family.
- Earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees and is now working on a PhD.
- He did all of this at UTA while starting his own business to help veterans suffering from musculoskeletal injuries.
- From military service to academic and career achievement, Timothy found power in purpose.
- Power in purpose: That’s Timothy’s Maverick Factor.
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