Dr. Jason Vranes
Experience
- 20+ years of active-duty service in the U.S. Army
- 10+ years of experience in higher education
- Experience in fundraising, non-profit management, and organizational leadership.
Biography
Dr. Jason R, Vranes serves as an Associate Professor and Online Chair, maintaining the integrity of online programs, leading faculty recruitment and training, and driving student success in alignment with Liberty University’s mission.
With over 20 years as a U.S. Army Air Defense (PATRIOT) Officer, Dr. Vranes held numerous leadership roles, including Professor of Military Science, where he directed a staff administering over 150 ROTC cadets. He founded three businesses in the digital marketing sector and recently serves as Chief Advancement Officer and Dean of Graduate Students at a private Christian college.
“True leadership multiplies impact through others, whether in uniform, business, or the classroom.”
During his spare time, Dr. Vranes enjoys spending time with his wife and six children.
Publications
- Averin, A. & Vranes, J. (2023). “Measuring the woke culture: An ethnographic study of Disney, Inc. and the impact of its cultural orientation on organizational outcomes.” Journal of Fundamental and Applied Business Research, 1(1).
- Vranes, J. (2017). Analysis of Digital Marketing in NCAA Division I and NCAA Division II Colleges of Education and Colleges of Business. Doctoral dissertation, Tarleton State University.
- Vranes, J., Peak, K., & Barkley, J. (2017). “Dare to Learn. Dream. Work. Achieve.” College of Education, Tarleton State University.
- Vranes, J., Peak, K., & Barkley, J. (2017). “Dare to Grow. Lead. Excel.” Department of Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Tarleton State University.
- Vranes, J., Peak, K., & Barkley, J. (2017). “Dare to Think. Analyze. Interpret.” Department of Psychological Sciences, Tarleton State University.
- Vranes, J., Peak, K., & Barkley, J. (2017). “Dare to Move. Strengthen. Agility. Improve.” Department of Kinesiology, Tarleton State University.