Southern Nazarene University

BETHANY, Okla. (July 21, 2010) – Southern Nazarene University alumnus Robert R. Redwine, Assistant Director, Intelligence Headquarters, U.S. European Command has been promoted to Brigadier General in the U.S. Air Force.

In 1985 Redwine graduated summa cum laude from SNU with a degree in political science. Since his time at SNU, Redwine has received a Master of Arts in International Relations from Webster University and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Oklahoma.

Redwine has served in the military for 24 years. In addition to his assignment in Germany he has held positions ranging from missile combat crew commander, emergency action procedures officer, director of operations, and intelligence applications branch chief.

Redwine has also received various awards including the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, four awards of the Meritorious Service Medal, the Joint Service Achievement Medal, two awards of the Air Force Commendation Medal and two awards of the Air Force Achievement Medal.

Redwine is pictured with his daughter, incoming freshman, Courtney Redwine.

"General Rob Redwine is representative of the finest in SNU graduates. He is a model professional as a lawyer, and has served our country in the military with distinction for many years. He deserves our gratitude and respect," said Dr. Loren Gresham, SNU President.

When asked about his time and influences at SNU Redwine said, “Drs. Randall Spindle, Bob Lively and Gresham were the instructors that had the greatest influence on me during my time at SNU. Their teaching prompted me to take every possible class I could in political science and history. Perhaps more importantly, their personal interest helped inspire me to achievement. Together, their instruction and encouragement provided me with a valuable foundation for my professional career.” He also went on to say, “SNU was the perfect educational choice for me. In my view, the combination of intellectual, spiritual and character development is tremendous preparation for any career – but especially one in the military.”

Redwine lives in Edmond with his wife, Victoria, of 21 years and they have 2 daughters, Mallory 16, and Courtney 18, who will be an incoming freshman at SNU in the fall. More information on Redwine can be found at the U.S. Air Force website.

Southern Nazarene University's mission is to transform lives through higher education in Christ-centered community. As a Christian community of scholars, we model the hospitality of grace, the pursuit of truth and the practice of discipleship, all within the Wesleyan-holiness tradition, as we prepare graduates who THINK with clarity, ACT with integrity and SERVE with purpose.