Walter Howard
Director of Military and Veteran Services at Sonoran Desert Institute- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Training, Responsibility, Involvement, and Preparation of Claims (TRIP) Program
U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsOct, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Sonoran Desert Institute
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Military and Veteran Services
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Aug 2017 - Present
Creates, initiates, and efficiently produces and assess best practice program and services that assisted active service members, veterans, and their families in achieving academic success. Manages complex student issues and is knowledgeable of admissions marketing and event management principles, familiar with veteran/military program implementation, veterans’ education benefits and military tuition assistance policies, and the transition challenges common to veterans entering higher education. Collaborates internally with academic and enrollment leaders to enhance student success and retention. Established and cultivated external relationships to facilitate services and opportunities for the SDI Military Community. Chair of the SDI Veteran CommitteeChair of the SDI Scholarship CommitteeChapter Advisor for SDI SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society Show less
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Chief, Military Liaison
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Aug 2015 - Jul 2017
Oversees and manages all Education Liaison Officers (Military Division) in addition to engaging potential students about curriculum based on programs in accordance with the mission, goals and policies of the Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI). Serves as the point of contact between SDI and all DOD entities. SALUTE Chapter Advisor and Scholarship Board Committee Member.
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US Army
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Director of Operations
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Jan 2005 - Aug 2015
Principal advisor to the Chief Executive Officer. Developed plans and estimates for operational and training events while supporting a daily law enforcement commitment at two separate locations.
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Senior Operations Manager
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Jan 2009 - Jun 2011
Advise the Chief Executive Officer and Director of Emergency Services on personnel and operational issues that affect the unit's daily law enforcement commitment
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Operations Manager
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Aug 2005 - Dec 2009
Ensured employees and equipment was prepared for no-notice worldwide deployment. Managed personnel, readiness, developed and enhanced combat and law enforcement skills.
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Education
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Liberty University
Master's degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General -
MaxKnowledge
Certificate, Certified Higher Education Professional (Excellence in Campus Operations) -
MaxKnowledge
Certified Higher Education Professional (Certificate), Admissions -
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science - BS, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies -
Excelsior College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General