Peer Advocacy Liaisons (PALs)
PALS are your go‑to peers for navigating life as a veteran or military‑connected student at UArizona. They understand the transition from service to academia because they’ve lived it — and they’re trained to help you move through challenges, connect to resources, and find your footing on campus.
PALS support undergraduate veterans, service members, and dependents by offering guidance on VA benefits, campus and community resources, and student success strategies. They’re experienced, empathetic, and ready to step in when you need someone who truly gets it.
How PALs Can Help
- Transition Support — Guidance as you move from military service to college, including help transferring from Pima to UArizona.
- VA Healthcare — Assistance connecting with SAVAHCS and getting enrolled in the care you’ve earned.
- Benefits Navigation — Support starting GI Bill® paperwork and connecting with the Military Connected Benefits & Certifications office.
- Counseling Connections — Referrals to the Tucson Vet Center, community providers, and VETS’ in‑house counselor.
- Goal Setting — Help identifying classes, meeting advisors, and planning for graduation and beyond.
- Networking — Opportunities to build academic and professional connections with fellow military‑connected students.
- Social Support — Off‑campus meetups and community‑building events that make campus feel smaller and more connected.
PALS aren’t just resource experts — they care deeply about the military‑connected community and show up with empathy, experience, and real support.
Reach out to our PALs Workstudy Lead, Jaunski Boykin