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2026 Service to School VetLink Summit

Join Service to School at Yale University for the fourth annual VetLink Summit, July 9-10. Meet current students, alumni, and representatives from partner colleges & universities. Learn how veterans have succeeded in earning admission to top universities, the impact they have made on campus, and the transformative effect education has had on their careers.

Summit Overview

Summit Dates: July 9-10, 2026

Dress code for event is business casual


Thursday, July 9

Time 6:00-8:00pm Evening Social & Networking

Location Bar Pizza on Crown Street

Join Service to School for an evening of connection and community. This Social & Networking Hour brings together our valued college partners, student veterans, alumni, and industry supporters for meaningful conversations and new opportunities. Whether you're exploring collaborations, reconnecting with peers, or simply expanding your network, this is a chance to engage with fellow members of the S2S community in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Light refreshments and drinks will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there!

Friday, July 10

9:00a - 4:00p VetLink Admissions Partner Programming (Closed sessions)

Location Yale University Humanities Quadrangle (320 York Street)

  • S2S Info Sessions

  • Guest Speakers

  • Applicant Panels

  • Student Advisory Board Panel

  • One-on-One Meetings

  • Meet the S2S Board

6:00 - 8:00p Optional Partner Dinner

Location Mory's Association, 306 York St, New Haven, CT 06511


VetLink Summit: Accommodations 

Hotel: The Study at Yale

1157 Chapel Street  |  New Haven, CT 06511

Group Code: Service to School

This link allows guests to book directly in the group, at the discounted rate, without any extra promo codes. Guests can also call 24/7 at 203-503-3900 and reference the "Service 2 School" group to book over the phone.

Rate: $209/night, 30 rooms guaranteed

Booking Deadline: June 18, 2026


Traveling to Yale

How to Get to Campus

One may travel to Yale via car, train, bus, or plane. Once arrived, one has buses, taxis, and car services at one’s disposal. Parking in Yale lots requires previous arrangement with a hosting department. Visitors may pay to park in Yale lots or may use the many public parking garages near campus.

Travel to and from New Haven

Ground Transportation to/from Airports

It is not recommended that you take a taxi to New Haven from Bradley International Airport (BDL), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) airports as it would be very expensive. Taxi service from/to Tweed NewHaven airport should be $10-15 from downtown New Haven. Go Airport Shuttle

Parking in New Haven

Parking at The Study

There is a parking garage located underneath the hotel for guests only that is $34/night.

Parking Meters

Downtown New Haven has over 15,000 convenient parking spaces. Many downtown parking meters accept credit cards. Parking meters are $1.50 per hour. Follow the signs but most downtown meters are 2-hour parking until 5pm. After 5pm, you can pay the meter and park for up to 4 hours until 9pm when the meters turn off.

Parking Lots and Garages

For locations and pricing information on New Haven garages and surface lots, see the Park New Haven website.

Parking for the Broadway area shops is available at the Broadway Center lot (56 Broadway) and the Elm Street lot next to Trailblazer (272 Elm Street).

Convenient parking for Chapel Street Shops is located on Crown Street (255 Crown Street, entrance next to Louis Lunch) or at 150 York Street. 

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