April Brown

Hearts2Heal Military Liaison Inaugural Director for Veterans Services at Texas Christian University, Co-editor, Voices of America: Veterans and Military Families Tell Their Own Stories

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

About

Co-editor, Voices of America: Veterans and Military Family Members Tell Their Own Stories Contributing author , Sisters In Arms, Lessons We’ve Learned Higher Education professional committed to supporting the transition of diverse student populations whom are pursuing personal goals through education. Experience working with traditional and non-traditional students, especially veterans. Experience in facilitating dialogue, leadership development and diversity training that creates an inclusive and culturally vibrant campus environment.

Experience

  • Military Liaison at Hearts 2 Heal
    Feb 2026 - Present · 6 mos

  • Texas Christian University (19 yrs 11 mos)
    • Director - TCU Veterans Services
      Jun 2016 - Feb 2026 · 9 yrs 9 mos

      My responsibilities include program coordination, budget oversight, and advocacy. Provide assistance to military-connected students in navigating admission, enrollment and the financial aid processes. Current Chair for the TCU Veterans Services Task Force which supports military-connected student population through outreach, research, and mentorship. Serve as a liaison to campus and community partners.

    • Director - Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services, Chair- TCU Veterans Task Force,
      Apr 2006 - Jun 2016 · 10 yrs 3 mos

      Provide leadership to the Inclusiveness and Intercultural Services staff through strategic planning and assessment of programs and services that support student success.

  • Public Affairs at U.S. Marine Corps
    1985 - 1998 · 13 yrs

    Public Affairs Officer Communicate the mission and interests of the Marine Corps to diverse stakeholders. Responsible in leading a team of journalists for the publication of the Okinawa Marine and Marines Magazine. Supported the visibility and engagement of the Marine Corps to the community as part of the Peace Time War Time Support Team. Served on Active Duty and in the Reserves.