- Marion Military Institute
- U.S. Naval Academy, BS Political Science
- The Basic School, Quantico, VA
- Artillery School, Fort Sill Oklahoma
- Artillery Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC
- Marine Corps Security Forces, Iceland
- Amphibious Warfare School, Quantico, VA
- Artillery Battalion, Kaneohe, Hawaii
- MBA Naval Postgraduate, Monterey, CA
- Instructor United States Naval Academy
- Fleet Marine Forces Pacific/ Multi-National Corps-Iraq
I was raised in a traditional home and imbued with good values. People invested in me over the years: my parents, their friends, coaches, teachers, family, leaders, peers and volunteers showed grace and gave me confidence through encouragement I did not deserve.  I try to emulate those who mentored me.  I will press forward: engage, think, feel, re-evaluate, and question.   
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U. S. Naval Academy
My High School
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