SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society

SALUTE is the only national honor society in the nation recognizing and honoring the service and the academic achievements of this generation’s greatest veterans. SALUTE is an acronym for Service, Academics, Leadership, Unity, Tribute, and Excellence. SALUTE provides formal recognition for service and academics, leadership, volunteering and resume development, community engagement, opportunities to network with and give and receive assistance to fellow veterans, eligibility for SALUTE scholarships, and more!

SALUTE Inductees stand in front of a stage holding their certificates
Student receives certificate from President Wintersteen.
SALUTE Logo. Blue circle with silhouette of an eagle

Benefits of joining SALUTE

  • Enhance your resume with a formal, academic acknowledgement
  • Demonstrate commitment to your community through volunteer opportunities and engage in potential leadership opportunities as an officer
  • Opportunities to network with potential employers that are seeking to hire qualified veterans
  • Compete for scholarships and engage in national SALUTE programs
  • Members will receive a stole to wear at graduation along with a formal certificate

Eligibility (Undergraduate Students)

  • Students must qualify as a veteran/military student under Federal definitions. Applicants MUST submit a DD214 Member 4 copy that displays the character of service (honorable discharge). Applicants who are currently serving on active duty or in the Guard or Reserves must submit a copy of orders for their current duty assignment
  • Currently enrolled as a student
  • Maintain the highest ethical standards
  • Have a GPA of 3.0 or higher

Eligibility (Graduate Students)

  • All graduate students need to have completed 9 course credit hours, hold at least a 3.5 GPA, and will be classified as a SALUTE member. 

How to Apply 

  • Email a copy of your transcript the DD214 or other documentation proving service to the president of the chapter, Jake Warrick at warrickj@iastate.edu
  • For any questions, comments or concerns, please contact the SALUTE Chapter Advisor, Brady Talley at bltalley@iastate.edu  

Spring 2026 Induction Ceremony 

  • TBD