Military & Veterans

The goal of this community or “rope team is to support the experience and development of active military, veterans, and family members of active military and veterans who have the unique experience of serving in the uniformed services and to whom we deeply grateful for their selfless service This community offers connections, opportunities, resources and experiences to help navigate obstacles that may arise along your personal, social, academic and professional journey. We call them “rope teams” because these communities, as many as you are interested in accessing, are here to support your student and alum journey as well as to provide you with an opportunity to support the journey of those you want to help succeed. 

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Associate VP, Veterans Initiatives and Military Support, University of Maryland University College

Keith is the Associate Vice President of Veterans Initiatives and Military Support at the University of Maryland University College. His department handles all of the non-academic programatic support for veterans, from mentorship and career advice to assistance with VA benefits …

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Program Manager, Pluribus International

Sonya is a Program Manager with Pluribus International, a government contractor based out of Virginia. Describing herself as a “people” program manager, Sonya handles all of the administrative and financial needs of the clients in her portfolio. One of her …

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Lieutenant Colonel, United States Army

Peter is a Lieutenant Colonel in the United States Army. Previously stationed in Los Angeles as the Deputy Commander of the US Army’s Corps of Engineers, Peter is now working in an Army fellowship program with Microsoft Corporation. Once completed, …

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Founder and Chief Dreamer, Yogavated Athletics

Travis is the Founder and Chief Dreamer of Yogavated Athletics, a fashion company that collaborates with artists to create limited edition luxury activewear “that motivates and inspires” it’s users. Travis walks us through the lifecycle of a product launch, from …

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Senior Manager of Quality Assurance and Key Accounts, Crown Awards

Thomas is Senior Manager of Quality Assurance and Key Accounts for one of the country’s largest trophy and awards manufacturers. His main responsibility is to make sure the customer is happy with the product they receive. Working with the entire …

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Director, Career Success Center, Western Connecticut State University

Kathleen is the Director of theCareer Success Center at Western Connecticut State University. After serving in the United States Navy for 26 years as an intelligence officer, Kathleen transitioned to the private sector by completing her MBA and taking on …

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