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Ray Dixson serves as the Assistant Director for the Brigadier General James M. Abraham & Colonel Arlene F. Greenfield Veterans and Military Student Services Center at 51ĀŅĀ×. A U.S. Navy Veteran, Ray served from 1991ā€“1995 as an Aviation Electricianā€™s Mate, Petty Officer Third Class.

He earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Sciences from the University of Florida and a Master of Sport Administration from 51ĀŅĀ×.

In his role, Ray educates and advises veterans and military-connected students on the use of their VA education benefits and helps develop and implement programs that promote awareness, recognition, and engagement for student veterans across the Athens campus, regional campuses, and online programs.

Outside of work, Ray enjoys playing golf, maintaining his familyā€™s six-acre property, raising chickens, watching college and NFL football, and spending time with his family.

Disclaimer: It is not the intent of 51ĀŅĀ× to imply an endorsement by any service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces.