DR. DANIEL THOMPSON (LT COL, USAF)

Bonaire, GA **005

334-***-**** adw4c1@r.postjobfree.com

www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dan-thompson

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

As a scholar supported by multiple advanced degrees and as a decorated military Veteran of 20+ years, I feel humbly called to apply this valuable experience to help foster academic and personal growth within students. I’ve been forged by Marine Corps honor, Navy courage, and Air Force innovation, making my disposition more relatable to others, adaptable to change, and teachable to progress. Tested by hard-fought lessons in the classroom and on the battlefield, I’m grateful for the proven ability to develop strong relationships across various cultures, disciplines, and perspectives. With this diverse background comes the innate ability to empower students to “find their voice” and feel included, valued, and respected. After serving over two decades advising young adults and high-ranking government officials, I trust that students will continue to receive top-notch care and compassion under my enthusiastic support. SKILLS & TEMPERAMENT

• Customer Service

• Public Speaking

• Process Improvement

• Mentor/Training

• Critical Thinking

• Research Collection

• Interpersonal Collaboration

• Strategic Decision-Making

• Academic & Career Counseling

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Regent University Virginia Beach, VA (Online) December 2018 – Present Adjunct Professor/Student Advisory Responsibilities

• Advises students on a range of course possibilities to complete degree requirements for specific disciplines

• Counsels higher education students on how to file academic waiver petitions in lieu of departmental policies

• Facilitates academic & career counseling to resolve issues or concerns; consults with Dean when appropriate

• Puts “customer” in “service;” proactively lends 7 days/week for academic support & process improvement

• Develops curriculum for 13 Masters/Doctoral classes by collaborating with faculty; retains top ranked status

• Interfaces with social media platforms, data bases, and instruction modules; adapts to changing technology

• Aggregates data points and interprets trends as a detail oriented critical thinker; brings about order in chaos United States Air Force Worldwide Locations

Officer/Lieutenant Colonel Biloxi, MS (et al) August 1993 – Present

• Advised USN & USAF military senior leaders over 27 years regarding cultural and religious accommodation

• Served as USMC Univ. Adjunct Prof; advised, developed, & delivered training to tackle national security issues

• Collaborated with NATO & STRATCOM; protected constitutional religious rights for 6,000 coalition forces

• Advised 35 generals, US & Korean Embassies, & 42 coalition partners; delivered first cultural rites in 20 years

• Documented over 5,000 counseling visits with young adults; guided with listening ear, thwarted 100+ suicides

• Ensured 24/7 care to 164,000+ AF students across 13 educational programs at the premier training ground

• Launched warrior care, ethical advisement, and key decision-making to three hospitals, staff, 500,000 patients

• Mentored, trained, or personally supervised more than 1,000 staff and clients; met deadlines under high stress

• Delivered bi-weekly, smooth communication at “hi vis” public speaking events; reached tens of thousands

• Implemented conflict resolution principles among multiple staffs; awarded #1 Chapel Unit in US Air Force

• Innovated groundbreaking mobile advisor/resource app for SC base; attracted 18,000 visitors/mo for 10 years

• Mobilized orphan missions over four nations; raised $150,000, organized 16.4 tons of relief, led 600 volunteers

• Championed micro/macro teams with dependable results; 400 peers voted as “Outstanding Team Member”

• Built reliable reputation over military career; awarded 17 medals for extraordinary leadership & management DANIEL THOMPSON PG. 2

Baptist College of Florida Graceville, FL December 1999 – December 2000 Director of Student Services

• Revitalized counsel to 400 students to enhance academic experience; student retention skyrocketed by 50%

• Overhauled student services with school goals to advise the administration on programming and scheduling

• Initiated leadership and vision to ensure compliance in student discipline, attendance, guidance services, etc.

• Planned, implemented, and evaluated educational programming ensuring continuous program improvement

• Collaborated with families & school administrators; advised policies and procedures in accordance with laws

• Conducted advisement and informational sessions for course approval and departmental course processing Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Louisville, KY January 1997 – November 1999 Assistant Director of Admissions/Admissions Officer

• Advised 4,000 inbound students on scholarship eligibility requirements; escalated enrollment by 35%

• Reviewed & presided over 1,000 transcripts to ensure students met graduate level entrance requirements

• Spearheaded advisement of admissions decision-making process while student applications were evaluated

• Demonstrated critical thinking and research collection; developed process improvement across 5 schools

• Expedited recruiting systems; planned & managed events, program identification, and student interviews

• Communicated changes, statistics, and other details to the school president, registrar, and department heads Florida State University Tallahassee, FL January 1993 – May 1995 Academic Support Tutorial Program Mentor

• Benchmarked school participation by 40%; athletes finished year with 3.2 GPA, a 30% increase from 1993

• Monitored student academic progress; assisted 100+ athletes in making educational choices and decisions

• Advised academic solutions to course requirement and GPA issues for 30 elite multi-sport student athletes

• Collaborated with faculty and student athletes on determining course scheduling and examination measures

• Identified students with academic progress problems; advised students with appropriate courses of action ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

• Adjunct Professor, Regent University 2018 – present

• Adjunct Professor, College Math, University of Maryland – Kuwait 2007 – 2007

• Substitute Teacher, Hanover County School District, Mechanicsville, VA 2002 – 2004

• Adjunct Instructor, United State Marine Corps University 2003 – 2003

• Adjunct Professor, Christian Education, Baptist College of Florida 1999 – 2000

• Director of Student Services, The Baptist College of Florida 1999 – 2000

• Assistant Director of Admissions, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary 1998 – 1999

• Adjunct Professor, College Math, Jefferson Community College 1995 – 1998

• Mathematics Instructor, Educational Resources Tutoring Agency 1995 – 1996

• Mathematics Lab Tutor, Florida State University 1993 – 1995

• Athletics Mentor & Tutor, Florida State University 1993 – 1995

• Test Proctor for Florida State University 1992 – 1994 EDUCATION CERTIFICATIONS

Doctor of Philosophy, Administration & Leadership The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Master of Divinity, Christian Education The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Master of Science, Military Operational Art & Science Air University Bachelor of Science, Mathematical Education Florida State University Clinical Pastoral Education, Four Units The Institute for Clinical Pastoral Training Board Certified Chaplain The National Association of Veterans Affairs Chaplains Certified Grief Recovery Specialist The Grief Recovery Institute Active Security Clearance Secret

DANIEL THOMPSON PG. 3

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

National Academic Advising Association The Global Community for Academic Advising International Mentoring Association Worldwide Network of Mentoring Professionals North American Professors of Christian Education International Cultivation of Professor Development TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Software: Microsoft Office Suite 365 / Canvas / Blackboard Operating Systems: Mac / Microsoft Windows / Google Platforms PUBLICATIONS

Dissertation & Thesis

Thompson, Daniel W. The Relationship Between Mentoring Functions and Personality Temperaments of Seminarians Called into Vocational Ministry. Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY: 2002. Thompson, Daniel W. Air Force Chaplains as Liaisons: Embracing Core Competencies for the Corps. Air Univ., AL: 2010. Freelance Editor

Thompson, Daniel W. “Religious Impact on Politics and Political Impact on Religion in Modern Costa Rica.” In Global Encyclopedia. Edited by Tim J. Demy and Jeffrey M. Shaw. Vol. 2. CA: ABC-CLIO Publishers, 2019. Thompson, Daniel W. “Religious Impact on Politics and Political Impact on Religion in Modern El Salvador.” In Global Encyclopedia. Edited by Tim J. Demy and Jeffrey M. Shaw. Vol. 2. CA: ABC-CLIO Publishers, 2019. Thompson, Daniel W. “Religious Impact on Politics and Political Impact on Religion in Modern Honduras.” In Global Encyclopedia. Edited by Tim J. Demy and Jeffrey M. Shaw. Vol. 2. CA: ABC-CLIO Publishers, 2019. Thompson, Daniel W. “Religious Impact on Politics and Political Impact on Religion in Modern Nicaragua.” In Global Encyclopedia. Edited by Tim J. Demy and Jeffrey M. Shaw. Vol. 2. CA: ABC-CLIO Publishers, 2019. Thompson, Daniel W. “Religious Impact on Politics and Political Impact on Religion in Modern Panama.” In Global Encyclopedia. Edited by Tim J. Demy and Jeffrey M. Shaw. Vol. 2. CA: ABC-CLIO Publishers, 2019. Thompson, Daniel W. “Religious Impact on Politics and Political Impact on Religion in United Arab Emirates.” In Global Encyclopedia. Edited by Tim J. Demy and Jeffrey M. Shaw. Vol. 2. CA: ABC-CLIO Publishers, 2019. Literature

Thompson, Daniel W. Journey in Joy: A Lifetime of More than Just Happiness. (draft 75% complete as of 5/7/2023) Media Production

Thompson, Daniel W. “Chaplain Departure Ceremony Training Joint Base Charleston.” YouTube Video Documentary, 9:58. April 22, 2015. https://youtu.be/F53XgMlVw90. Thompson, Daniel W. “Spiritual Resiliency.” Documentary, 8:33. Oct 7, 2014. https://youtu.be/dpf_05IpzuQ. Thompson, Daniel W. “Chapel Commercial.” YouTube, 0:32. May 1, 2008. https://youtu.be/oWpaaH06maU.

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