Brady Battalion update

Extension unit of University of Washington

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Staff changes and new beginnings

Brady Battalion will be an extension unit in conjunction with the University of Washington.  LTC Nicholas Drake will be the Professor of Military Science (PMS) and MSG Wesley Brizendine will be the Senior Military Science Instructor (SMSI). Both Officers will split their time between the campuses.  SFC Xi Chen will be the Military Science Instructor (MSI). CPT Oppelt stays as the APMS (Assistant PMS). Lisa Pirak will continue to share duties with both campuses as the Adviser/Recruiting Operations Officer.  The new administrative assistant is Kristy Grau.  

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Kristy Grau

Ms. Tomhave will remain at Seattle University as her other position became full-time. Ms. Tomhave wrote: “I have so enjoyed my time with Brady Battalion.  What a talented group of young people.  I’ve made many friends and have been impressed by the commitment of our Cadets and Officers.  I’ll miss you all and want to be invited to all the fun things!”