Vice Commander Biography

Name: Holly Thompson
University: West Virginia University
Major: Elementary Education
Year:Graduate Student

BIOGRAPHY:
Holly was born in Elkins, WV and grew up in Belington, WV. She came to West Virginia University in 2003 and graduated with her Bachelor’s in Multidisciplinary Studies in May 2007. She hopes to complete her Masters in Elementary Education and commission in May 2009. Holly entered the AFROTC program the spring semester of her sophomore year and has loved it ever since. She has been given many opportunities for growth in AFROTC and is excited to be given the privilege of soon becoming an officer. When not studying or doing tasks for AFROTC, Holly enjoys working out, soccer, scuba diving, traveling, photography, and spending time with her friends and family. Holly also enjoys community service and is currently the president of a service honor society serving over 45 community organizations in the Morgantown area.

ROTC POSITIONS:
Wing Commander
Mission Support Group Commander
Executive Officer
GMA
Recruiting Squadron Commander

AAS POSITIONS:
Squadron Commander
Deputy Squadron Commander
Director of Operations
Information Manager
Candidate Class Induction Dinner Chair

ROTC/AAS Awards and Decorations:
CTA Badge
Purple Heart Leadership Award Recipient
Sojourner’s Truth Award
Honor and Warrior Flight Award
Scholarship Recipient
Academic Award (x3)
Honor/Color Guard Membership Ribbon
Detachment Recognition Awards (x2)
Recruiting Achievement Ribbon
AAS Membership Ribbon
AAS Squadron Level Award (x3)