Awarding credit for military learning is not a concession. It is a commitment to honoring diverse learning paths and building a more inclusive, forward-thinking education system.
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Qunnette McCoy
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Qunnette McCoy has over 18 years of military experience, currently serving as an active-duty legal administrator. In her current position as the senior legal administrator at the Maneuver Center of Excellence and Fort Benning, she manages all aspects of law office management operations. Qunnette holds a master’s degree in business administration and professional certifications in resiliency training, knowledge management, and force management. She is currently enrolled in a Doctor of Business Administration program with an expected graduation date in May 2024. Qunnette is also an adjunct instructor for several warrant officer primary military education courses at The Judge Advocate General’s Legal School and Center in Charlottesville, VA. Her varied assignment history has allowed her to support soldiers in family law matters and assist commanders in interpreting military justice and national security law guidance. Qunnette was selected to join the first cohort of fellows for HigherEdMilitary in April 2022. As a student for most of her military career, Qunnette is intimately familiar with the challenges soldiers face in funding their education, allotting time for their studies, and balancing academic endeavors with frequent change of station moves.
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