Serving our Community.
Our team.
The Helen Diller Center for Veterans of U.S. Military Service is staffed by a dedicated team of veterans and military family members who are committed to ensuring the best possible experience for student veterans and military-connected students at Golden Gate University.
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Jason Dempsey
Director | Army Veteran
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Marlena Blackman
Deputy Director | Air Force Veteran
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Todd Farlee
Onboarding Coach | Air Force Veteran
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Drew Austin
Onboarding Coach | Army Veteran
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Devon "DJ" Jackson
Onboarding Coach | Army Veteran
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Aubri Ravenel
Campus Week Coordinator | Air Force Veteran
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Jason Wallis
Onboarding Coach | Air Force Veteran
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Perri "Yimmi" Ridder
Onboarding Coach | Air Force Veteran
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Jenna Piva Laramie
Outreach and Career Programs Manager | Military Spouse
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Chris Tilghman
Operations Manager
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Kellie Artis
Digital Community Manager | Military Spouse
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Claire Wood
Content Manager | Military Spouse
VA Ambassadors.
In addition to our dedicated staff, GGU has several veteran ambassadors — current student veterans — available to help other military students during their time at GGU.