Student Stories

Juan, Marine Corps Veteran, Welding Graduate

“Workshops for Warriors has helped ease my transition because I’m obtaining skills that I can actually use out in the civilian world. I’m being set up for success here.” Juan

Andy, Navy SEAL, Machining I Graduate

“I love it here. The instructors here take ownership of their work and mold it to each student. It’s something you don’t see every day.” Andy Nichols is a retired

Angelica, Air Force Veteran, Welding I & Machining 1 Graduate

“I’m very thankful to Workshops for Warriors. You have provided a place where I’ve found a passion and I know that I’m going to be able to provide a great

Isaiah Williams, Army Veteran, Machining I Graduate

“Thank you for this opportunity.” Isaiah Williams grew up in Davis Junction, a small town in northern Illinois. He played football, baseball and did track throughout high school. When asked

Bethany, Navy Veteran, Welding I Student

“From day one at Workshops for Warriors, I felt like I belong. I don’t know of any other school that cares so much about what happens after you graduate.” Bethany

Jake, Marine Corps Veteran, Welding I Graduate

“You still have camaraderie here, like in the military, and you end up being friends with your classmates and getting a great job.” Jake Trout grew up in Gulf Shores,

Antoinette, Navy Veteran, Machining I Graduate

“It was a welcoming feeling. I felt like I was back where I belonged.” Antoinette grew up in Winston Salem, NC with her mother, a single parent, and sister. Growing

Peter, Marine Corps Veteran, Machining Graduate

“Apply yourself and push yourself and you will get amazing things from Workshops for Warriors!” Peter grew up in South Florida and lost his father when he was ten years