ECPI University Salutes A Soldier That Makes the Most of His Online Education
Key Takeaways
Staff Sergeant Thomas Windley successfully balanced active military duty with online education at ECPI University, earning multiple degrees and professional certifications while advancing his military career. His dedication demonstrates how online learning enables service members to pursue professional development without leaving military service.
- Thomas Windley earned two associate's degrees and a bachelor's degree while on active military duty
- Started with Network Security associate degree in 18 months while holding System Administrator position
- Second associate's degree in electronics engineering technology led to promotion over military peers
- Continued online studies during Afghanistan deployment, earning Bachelor's in Computer Information Science
- Obtained CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications alongside formal education
In 2007, he earned another associate's degree in electronics engineering technology which led to being promoted over his peers. A year later, he deployed to Afghanistan but kept up his online studies.
Now Staff Sergeant Thomas Windley has earned his Bachelor's Degree in Computer Information Science with a concentration in Network Security, as well as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security + certifications.
“Earning my degree led to another promotion, which was due to the tools and benefits ECPI University provided in the areas of leadership, professionalism, and core curriculum content,” says Staff Sergeant Windley. “Since my promotion, I have been tasked with training others in my unit – both below and above me in rank – to sit for certifications; thus far those I have trained have a 100% pass record.
“I would highly recommend ECPI University to fellow service members. I believe it has the best customer service of any online school and I have attended several. Further, the curriculum is very precise and concentrated in the areas most needed to perform the job at maximum proficiency."
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