Manager

Our MVSC manager is dedicated to providing personalized support to military-connected students. With extensive experience and a deep understanding of the challenges faced during the transition to academic life, they offer guidance on resources, educational planning, and career development.

Kevin Walkup

Program Manager, Military & Veterans Service Center

Biography

While maximizing his GI Bill® benefits to obtain both a BSBA in Management (honors) and MBA focused on Management (with distinction) from the FCB at NAU, Kevin began his work in education as a Vet Jack Mentor at NAU’s Veterans Success Center. In the Spring of 2022, Kevin became the Professional Academic Advisor for Chemical Engineering is S&T. Currently with the Military & Veterans Service Center, Kevin can be found in his office building excel sheets, making powerpoints, and assisting other students succeed. Kevin enjoys all things Lego, cars, and watching movies.

Kevin also is the Chair for the Military Veterans Student Success Committee.

Military Veterans Student Success Committee

Our Military Veterans Student Success Committee, composed of student veterans and supportive university students, help run the MVSC and its programs. They assist with navigating collegiate life, connecting students to campus resources, offering study skill support, and guiding them to the appropriate offices. Acting as mentors, they provide valuable knowledge and support to ensure student success. This committee is dedicated to supporting the academic achievement and overall success of our military-affiliated students. Your involvement would be a valuable contribution to this important effort. The committee will meet a few times each semester to review and discuss gaps in services, ensuring we are effectively meeting the needs of this student population.

Samuel "Bo" Mahaney

Military Veterans Student Success Committe

Biography

Bo is a Missouri S&T Trustee, Retired USAF Major General, and Founding Director of the Strategic Policy and Armed Forces Research and Development Institute (SPARDI)

Nick Bodkins

Military Veterans Student Success Committe

Biography

Nick is Student Conduct Manager for the Dean of Students on campus. He was previously in the Navy.

Norma-Gene Cottrell

Military Veterans Student Success Committe

Biography

Norma-Gene is an Academic Advisor in the Academic Achievement & Enrichment with campus. She was previously taught and was apart of the Missouri Army National Guard.

Jason Newton

Military Veterans Student Success Committe

Biography

Jason is an Academic Advisor in the Academic Achievement & Enrichment with campus. He was previously a Deputy and a part of the Air Force.

Student Assistant

The Military & Veterans Service Center Student Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to ensure the effective operation of the Military & Veterans Service Center. This role plays a key part in facilitating services, programs, and support for veteran students, contributing to their academic and personal success on campus.