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Rod Key

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Career Advisor, Military at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
📍 Nashville Metropolitan Area, United States

Rod Key is a Military Career Advisor at Middle Tennessee State University, where he is also an alumnus. A former Gunnery Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corps, he leverages past experience as a teacher, coach, and owner of a security firm and a personal training business to guide military-affiliated students and alumni in their careers.

Outside of his primary role, Rod has a long-standing passion for fitness and wellness, with over 20 years of experience as a certified personal trainer, run coach, and nutrition coach. He also has an interest in the National Football League (NFL) and works to support veteran-focused community initiatives.

He developed a new Criminal Justice and Forensic program that became the most popular elective at a high school.

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Experience
41 Years
Current Role
Career Advisor, Military
Location
Nashville Metropolitan Area, United States
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Priorities

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Veteran Career Support
As a Military Career Advisor, he actively creates workshops and events to help veterans translate their military experience into civilian careers.
Student Mentorship
His background as a teacher, coach, and current university advisor highlights a consistent focus on mentoring and guiding students toward their professional goals.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Career Advisor, Military
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)
2011 - 2022
Owner; Coach
UFIT PERSONAL TRAINING
2007 - 2011
Teacher/Coach
Rutherford County Schools
1995 - 2004
Owner
Aristo, LLC
1983 - 1995
Gunnery Sergeant
United States Marine Corps
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Education
Master of Education - MEd
Cumberland University
BS
MTSU
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