

“It is only natural that we put in place programs and opportunities to serve our veterans and their families.” Just as they are on the front lines helping preserve our democracy, we as a university proclaim ‘Disciplina, Praesidium, Civitatis,’ meaning our mission is to guard democracy through education,” Kopser said. “UT is a world-class partner and destination for service members and their families. It supports not only transitioning service members, but also their spouses and families, as they re-enter civilian life while facing financial, housing and even food insecurities,” said Joseph Kopser, special adviser for military leadership and strategy policy at UT Austin. “With its focus on wellness, this new partnership is unique across the country.

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Not only will UT offer professional training programs allowing transitioning military to upskill quickly and make connections with veteran-friendly employers, but wellness and family life will be addressed through help with social, economic and mental health needs. (Oscar Mike means “On the Move” in military lingo.) The new University of Texas Oscar Mike (UTOM) program is being rolled out nationally to provide a steady path for re-entry to civilian life, in what can be a challenging transition for employment, health care, housing, finances, and often identity and purpose as service commitment winds down. service members, veterans and their families will benefit from an innovative, holistic career training and wellness program launched in March through a joint initiative of The University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Professional Education and the Institute for Military and Veteran Family Wellness. 5, 2022 Innovative UT Collaboration Helps Veterans, Families Bridge Career, Social Challenges of Re-Entering Civilian Life
