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Talkin’ Tommy’s Gun Works
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
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George Washington’s Famous Speeches
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Never Over-Burdened
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Troubleshooting Shotguns with a Master Gunsmith
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The One-Take Constitutional Amendments!
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The One-Take Constitution!
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A Patriot Day Remembrance
“My business would not have blossomed as much as it has without continuing my studies at SDI and improving the knowledge I had about firearms.”
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Kip Carpenter and Your 30-, 60-, and 90-Day Plan for Your Gunsmithing Business!
Kip’s resume is so long that, honestly, I’m not going to replicate it here, but I will say that in addition to having been a VIP security specialist, currently serving as SDI’s master gunsmith, and having run a gunsmith shop, he knows about what he’s talking about.
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Joe Meaux and Aklys Defense!
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The Gun Rack Special: The Declaration of Independence
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Sgt. Paul Jackson’s Story
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Welcome to The Gun Rack!
You’re telling me you haven’t heard of The Gun Rack? Well, you’ve come to the right place.
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Career Services Resources
Resume Template Cover Letter Template Resume Building PPT Resume Building Video SDI’s DEAC Outstanding Graduate for 2019 Abdul Guice
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SDI Graduate Feature: Billy Dwayne Johnson, Veteran and Weapons Instructor
The 1911 – I chose that because, one, the 1911, with having to hand-fit parts and everything, the way I looked at it, I wanted to do something I hadn’t done before, and I do enjoy shooting rifles … but I really enjoyed shooting and working on pistols.”
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SDI Enrollment Application
Submit Your Application Thank you for your interest in Sonoran Desert Institute. Please select the appropriate button below to apply. Firearms TechnologyAPPLY NOW Associate of Science in Firearms Technology Certificate in Firearms Technology – Gunsmithing Certificate in Firearms Technology – Handgun Specialist Uncrewed TechnologyAPPLY NOW Associate of Science in Uncrewed Technology Certificate in Uncrewed Technology […]
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Medal of Honor Highlight: Tony Stein
Cpl. Stein made no less than eight trips back to the beach for ammunition, carrying wounded comrades on his return treks…
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Medal of Honor Highlight: Harold Agerholm
Angerholm, hearing of the attack on a neighboring battalion that was threatening to become overrun, volunteered instantly to…
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Medal of Honor Highlight: Lewis Albanese
His ammunition exhausted, again Albanese had to resort to desperate hand-to-hand combat..
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Black Powder Webinar Thank you!
Thank you for joining us! We’re so glad that you’ve chosen to spend your time with us learning a little more about black powder firearms. We hope you enjoy this exclusive webinar as much as we enjoyed creating it for you! If you find yourself lost in this exciting webinar, stay tuned! More are […]
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Thank You For Your Training Center Purchase!
Thank you for your purchase! Please allow 3 business days for SDI to process your Training Center course access. Current SDI Students and Graduates: To access your SDI Training Center course, please log into the Online Classroom using your existing credentials. If you have forgotten your login credentials, please contact Trainingcenter@sdi.edu to have it reset. […]
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Seven Tips on How to Beat Online Learning Jitters
Distance learning has come a long way. From the days when Aristotle sent his exams to be graded by pigeon (probably) to the video cassette tape shipped to your doorstep, technology has steadily advanced, allowing for more and more flexibility. Today’s working professional can start a new degree, or finish the one they started years […]
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Rental Fundamentals: How to Narrow Your New Firearm Search
A firearm is one of the few things in life that stands a reasonable chance of being in your family for 100 years. Few other things fit into that category – furniture, knives, and perhaps a pet tortoise. That was true back in the days of blued steel and walnut, and it’s even more true […]
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Here To Help You Succeed The SDI staff consists of individuals with varied backgrounds, all working together to build meaningful relationships with our students. Across all departments, we work to facilitate student achievement through excellence in support, care, and attention. We hope that every student and graduate feels like a part of the SDI family. […]
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Armslist
100% Online – DEAC Accredited Program Features Building Foundations Orientations for online education so you can hit the ground running on your start date Learn What You Love Work on topics you’re passionate about to become a future industry professional Get Your Hands Dirty Get coursework with hands-on components to drive home what you’re learning […]
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Veteran-Founded Company has Conflict Recovery Down to a Tea
What do warriors drink? Muddy water that tastes like turpentine? Whiskey? Yes, and yes. But what was the beverage of empire? The vast, interminable Steppe? The patties and pagodas? You’ve probably heard of the movement to make sure that goods like coffee and chocolate are fair trade – that they treat growers and producers fairly […]
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Breaking Down a Classic: The Tokarev TT-33
There’s a special way to put your hands on history, and that’s to collect vintage weapons. In the United States, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) has a special license called a “Curio and Relic” license, that’s designed for “firearms … which are of special interest to collectors by reason of some quality […]
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AdPrecise
100% Online – DEAC Accredited Program Features Building Foundations Orientations for online education so you can hit the ground running on your start date Learn What You Love Work on topics you’re passionate about to become a future industry professional Get Your Hands Dirty Get coursework with hands-on components to drive home what you’re learning […]
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The Truth About Guns
100% Online – DEAC Accredited Program Features Building Foundations Orientations for online education so you can hit the ground running on your start date Learn What You Love Work on topics you’re passionate about to become a future industry professional Get Your Hands Dirty Get coursework with hands-on components to drive home what you’re learning […]
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This Week in Military History: Pearl Harbor, 79 Years Later
December 1941. For the last two years, a series of border wars between a newly militarized Germany and its neighbors on all sides- Poland, France, Denmark, Norway, Belgium, the Netherlands, and even Russia with the launch of Operation Barbarossa – has placed Adolf Hitler at the head of a new empire that stretched from the […]
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USS Nevada Found by Maritime Archaeologists off Hawaiian Coast
A piece of U.S. Naval history was recently re-discovered off the coast of Hawaii: the sunken remains of the USS Nevada. State-of-the-art underwater search technology allowed a team made up of members of Ocean Infinity and SEARCH, Inc. to survey a 100-square-mile area at a depth of three miles and find the ship, which was […]
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For Our Veterans
November 11th is the day set aside in the United States to honor the men and women who have served in the armed forces. Ceremonies are held in all sorts of places, from high school auditoriums to war memorials, to encourage people to pause and reflect on the courage, danger, and hardship endured by their […]
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USS Constitution Pike Drills Link History with Discipline
One of the things that distinguishes the United States Navy is a profound respect for history and tradition. As a fighting force that has protected the mainland and U.S. interests abroad for the last two centuries, the Navy has managed to be on the cutting edge of technology, tactics, and fighting spirit while preserving the […]
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Cover Fire from Air Crew Saves the Day in Afghanistan
German General Erwin Rommel, who was harried by British and American planes during the African campaign of 1942-43, wrote the following in his diary: “Anyone who has to fight, even with the most modern weapons, against an enemy in complete command of the air, fights like a savage against modern European troops, under the same […]
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Japanese Self-Defense Force Fields New Rifle
The Japanese have become legendary for quality manufacturing, from cars and trucks designed and sold by Mitsubishi, Subaru, and Toyota to electronics by Sony and Toshiba. That technological know-how has remained largely peaceful ever since the nation’s defeat at the hands of the United States and its allies in the Second World War. Article 9 […]
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Here’s Why Constitution Day is the Biggest Holiday You’re Not Celebrating
The Fourth of July, or more properly Independence Day, is one of the biggest holidays on the American calendar. We mark it with parades, fanfare, fireworks, and of course, almost uniformly eating like starting on the fifth none of us will be permitted to ever eat food again. That’s not a complaint — I like […]
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Last Living Desert Rat Passes at 107
Jimmy Sinclair was born in 1912. At the time, the world population was an estimated 1.8 billion, the first television was 15 years away, and the Titanic made headlines around the world that spring for all the wrong reasons. A Scot, Sinclair was at the time of his death both the last surviving Desert Rat […]
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What Guns Are Crushing Sales in a Record 2020?
You know how it’s so frustrating when darn near every advertisement, podcast, and newscast leads off a segment with the phrase “in these uncertain times?” Well, here’s mine. In these uncertain times, firearms sales are through the roof. American Rifleman claims that there was an 82 percent year-over-year increase in Mays 2019 and 2020, respectively. […]
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Are you ready to learn how to be a gunsmith, how to operate a firearms business, or how to build a firearm from the ground up? We’re here to help! Fill out this form and we’ll get you more info ASAP! TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARDS AN EXCITING EDUCATION
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Gainful Employment
Gainful Employment Disclosures 2019 Advanced Gunsmithing Certificate This program is designed to be completed in 33 weeks. This program will cost $9,990 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed. Participation in TIV funding first began in […]
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Making Firearms the Best They Can Be
A Driven Man It’s a treat for staff members at Sonoran Desert Institute to meet with students and graduates face-to-face. One of the great benefits of SDI is its intrinsically remote format, but when you love the students you work with as much as employees at SDI do, a chance to interface is extremely exciting. […]
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School Information: Sonoran Desert Institute 1555 W. University Dr., Ste 103 Tempe, AZ 85281 Phone: 480.314.2102 Toll Free: 1.800.336.8939 Fax: 480.314.2138
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Honor Societies
SDI’s affiliations with honor societies give our students opportunities to go above and beyond during THEIR time as a student. Delta Epsilon Tau Honor Society (DETH) Delta Epsilon Tau is the premier national honor society for America’s accredited distance learning institutions. Delta Epsilon Tau only places Chapters in those institutions recognized by the Distance Education […]
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SALUTE Honor Society
SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society: Celebrating Service and Academic Achievement SALUTE stands for Service, Academics, Leadership, Unity, Tribute, and Excellence. It is the first national honor society established to recognize and honor the academic achievements of student veterans and military members attending two- and four-year institutions of higher education. As a student at Sonoran Desert […]
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Military Student Resources
RESOURCES FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES Crisis Line Veterans, service members, and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 & Press 1, send a text message to 838255, or chat online to receive free, confidential support at any time, even if they are not registered with Veterans Affairs (VA) or enrolled in VA health […]
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Federal Premium Ammunition Steps Up With Material to Combat COVID-19
Gun owners across America know Federal Premium Ammunition for their cartridges and reloading equipment ranging all the way from .22 LR to .50 BMG. For hospitals in and around Anoka, Minnesota, however, Federal Premium Ammunition is going to be remembered as the collective sidekick to our first responding heroes. Federal Premium Ammunition has made a donation […]
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Student Consumer Information
Success Indicators Success measures for the Institute are evidence of student learning through the quantifying and monitoring of the instructional experience of SDI students. The academic assessment process provides the means for governing and monitoring the educational experience of our students, and for gathering evidence of student learning. Information provided covers responses from January 1, […]
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Grading Policy
Grading Sonoran Desert Institute ensures each student displays a mastery of the knowledge and skills required for the student’s selected coursework. In order for SDI to accomplish this, SDI must gauge the progress of the student. One of the measures SDI uses is the scoring of the student’s academic activities from the coursework taken at […]
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Technology and Equipment Requirements
Tools FOR SUCCESS Sufficient technology and internet access is required to complete online classes at SDI. While most computers, tablets, smartphones, and other mobile devices may allow for some completion of coursework, they are not guaranteed to support every aspect of learning with SDI. The following hardware and software requirements are provided to assist students […]
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SDI’s May Webinar Threatens to Overtake Sky-High Attendance From Just Last Month
We do love our webinars here at SDI. It seems that our audiences do, as well. Thanks to Kip Carpenter, our very own Master Gunsmith, SDI saw near-record numbers both register and attend our April webinar, “Restoration Station: Firearm Restoration Tips & Tricks.” Our webinar series is one of the most prolific methods we use […]
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AR Basics: Barrel Twist Rates
Ladies and gentlemen, it’s time to explore one of the great questions of gun newbies (and some not-so-newbies) everywhere: What the heck is a barrel twist rate, and how does it relate to my AR? Now, I imagine that given the caliber (pun absolutely intended) of individuals enrolled at or considering attending SDI, a good […]
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History Buffs, Engage: U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum Makes Exhibits Available to All
There’s no sugarcoating it: The spread of the coronavirus has added stress to hundreds of millions of lives around the world. Many are compelled to stay at home in an attempt to halt the spread of a virus that has and will continue to have a serious impact on our day-to-day lives. As more […]
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SDI Webinar on Firearms Restoration Might Just Break The Audience Record!
As many of you know, Sonoran Desert Institute works hard to ensure that their students, grads, and even prospective students are kept up to date in the firearms industry. One of the most prolific methods we use to engage our audience is our webinar series. We host a webinar this month wherein students, grads, friends, […]
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Medal of Honor Highlight: James Hendrix, the Second Miracle of This World
The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest, most prestigious decoration awarded to those servicemen and women for gallantry and bravery in combat above and beyond the call of duty. Fewer than 4,000 individuals of the millions who have served between its inception in 1863 and today have received it, and a great many of […]
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SDI is A Veteran Supportive Campus
There are over 400 educational entities in the state of Arizona. Of those, only 35 are Veteran Supportive Campuses. On October 22nd, SDI joined those ranks. With our high military and veteran population, it goes without saying this recognition is especially meaningful. According to the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services, the purpose of becoming a […]
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This Is How We Can Celebrate Our Veterans Today
If you count all of its various iterations, Veterans Day has been a portion of the American pantheon of holidays for 101 years. How is it, then, that so few of us, veterans included, know how to mark the holiday? We’ll talk about what veterans can do in a second. For civilians, this is a […]
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SDI Thanks Our Veteran Employees
What is a veteran? On the surface, a veteran is someone who has served in the military, but they are much more than that. Veterans are heroes, modern-day warriors, and ultimately, those who were willing to make the ultimate sacrifice. Today, we want to recognize the many veteran employees for their continued efforts in bringing […]
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Massive Gun Manufacturer Quits Long Guns for Civilians
In a move that has proven shocking to many, Colt, one of the best-renowned firearms manufacturers the world over, has decided to make the drastic move to stop selling long guns to the civilian market. Colt’s news sent shock waves throughout the industry early this month as one of the titans on the firearms community […]
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Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions and Their Answers, According to the ATF, Part 2
When it comes to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, folk in the firearms community tend to have very strong opinions — their actions can drastically affect the shooter’s day-to-day life, take for example the ATF’s decisions concerning pistol braces. They are frequently disparaged, but as Sonoran Desert Institute’s Master Gunsmith Kip Carpenter […]
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Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions and Their Answers, According to the ATF, Part 1
When it comes to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, folk in the firearms community tend to have very strong opinions. There’s good reasons for that — their actions can drastically effect the shooter’s day-to-day life, take for example the ATF’s decisions concerning pistol braces. They are frequently disparaged, but as Sonoran Desert […]
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Congressional Medal of Honor Given to Living Iraq War Veteran for Very First Time
The only Medal of Honor yet given to a living veteran of the Iraq War has now been awarded. Staff Sergeant David Bellavia, now age 43, had already received a Silver Star for the actions he took in Fallujah nearly fifteen years ago, but a recent review of valor awards determined him deserving of our […]
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SDI President Traci Lee Elected To DEAC Board of Directors
SDI’s commander-in-chief recently got some well-deserved accolades! On April 22, 2019, the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, DEAC, elected Sonoran Desert Institue’s president Traci Lee to its Board of Directors on a three-year term. The election was held in conjunction with DEAC’s 93rd Annual Conference and Lee will serve on the board through March 31st, 2022. […]
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Remembering Memorial Day: Posthumous Medal of Honor Recipient Jared C. Monti
This Memorial Day, we thought it an appropriate way to honor the fallen by highlighting a posthumously-awarded Medal of Honor recipient, Sergeant First Class Jared C. Monti. To quote directly from the United States Army’s Center for Military History: Staff Sergeant Jared C. Monti distinguished himself by acts of gallantry and intrepidity above and […]
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10 Rules You’ll Want to Consider at Your Local Gun Show
Most of us within the gun industry have been to more than our fair share of gun shows — they’re fun, a great way to pick up that one thing your spouse doesn’t want you to spend money on, and they’re a great way to network with other enthusiasts in the community. I imagine that […]
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Sonoran Desert Institute Faculty Hightlight: Master Gunsmith Kip Carpenter
For some, gunsmithing is a job. For others, a hobby. But for Kip Carpenter, it is a way of life. The ever-savvy gunsmith is a master of his trade and has the experience to back up all his learning, both in the classroom and in life. As a young man, Kip got into gunsmithing with […]
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Medal of Honor Highlight: Ed “Too Tall” Freeman and the Battle of Ia Drang
The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest, most prestigious decoration awarded to those servicemen and women for gallantry and bravery in combat above and beyond the call of duty. Fewer than 4,000 individuals of the millions who have served between its inception in 1863 and today have received it, and a great many of […]
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Medal of Honor Highlight: Thomas Hudner, Korea’s First Nominee
The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest, most prestigious decoration awarded to those servicemen and women for gallantry and bravery in combat above and beyond the call of duty. Fewer than 4,000 individuals of the millions who have served between its inception in 1863 and today have received it, and a great many of […]
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SDI’s New Headquarters Grand Opening a MASSIVE SUCCESS!!
As most probably know, Sonoran Desert Institute moved headquarters to 1555 W University Dr Ste 103, Tempe, AZ, punctuated with an official grand opening event March 2. What some of our remote SDI family might not know is how well that grand opening went! The SDI Grand Opening event was an absolute blast. With better than 100 folks in […]
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Know Your Firearms History: The German PAK 40 [WITH VIDEO]
As Americans, we are lucky to live in the age in which we do. Sure, we have a mess of problems, but we have made a lot of exciting concepts a reality: everyone gets a vote (if you’re not a felon), violent crime is far less than it has been in recent decades, despite what […]
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Meet the New Military-Centered Netflix Series You’re Going to Have to Watch
As most are aware, the wildly popular streaming service Netflix has recently ramped up their production of original films, shows, and mini-series. This is largely thanks to their quest to be attractive to consumers not just for shows you miss from TV, but for those who miss premiering shows they might experience if they had […]
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WATCH: Army Tests Out Hawkeye 105 mm Howitzer
The United States Army recently tested out the Hawkeye 105 mm Howitzer mobile artillery system, developed by the Mandus Group, and man — it looks sweet. How do I know it looks sweet? Well, a video showing some of that testing in slow motion made its way to Twitter and, well — it’s really, really […]
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British Army to Cerakote Entire Infantry’s “Weapons Fleet”
Militaries evolve constantly, even if some would argue that they don’t change rapidly enough to reflect the times. Most of the time, that manifests itself in tiny changes that accumulate over time. Sometimes it’s something much larger, like finally fleeing the ACU-style camouflage for something much, much better. One of the United Kingdom’s newest developments […]
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Shooting Sports Month Highlight: Bullseye Shooting
August is National Shooting Sports Month! In honor of this auspicious occasion, we’re going to spend some time looking at different aspects of shooting sports — maybe one will pique your interest! Today, we’re going to take a look into one of the most basic forms of competition shooting: bullseye shooting. Bullseye shooting is a […]
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Following up with SDI’s scholarship recipients!
Last year, Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) awarded three students with scholarship opportunities for the Paul Jackson First Responder Scholarship, the EANGUS Scholarship, and the SGT Michael Beckerman Memorial Scholarship. Throughout the year, these exemplary students worked hard, kept up their grades, and pushed hard to achieve their educational goals. Sonoran Desert Institute followed up with […]
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SDI’s wild crazy summer is just getting started!
Busy, busy, busy! That is how the schedule was for Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) in May of 2018, and June does not look much different. There have been weightlifting competitions, tattoos, and even a meeting with forensic scientists…CSI eat your heart out! Here’s how things have gone this past month and a taste of what […]
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Meet Ramsey Atieh, SDI’s New Advisory Council Member
Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) has made a new addition to its Advisory Council! Ramsey Atieh is currently president of American Business & Technology University, and while he has already been helping SDI with its curriculum, his influence and guidance as a member of the Advisory Council will be huge. Ramsey attended Northwest Missouri State University […]
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SDI Webinar: Nick Koumalatsos, “Ok I found my passion. Now What”
If you missed our webinar this month, have no fear. We have it all posted right here. Guest speaker: Nick Koumalatsos Topic: “Ok I found my passion. Now What?” What does it take to “get out of your own way” and pursue your goals? Nick explains what it takes to fulfill your dreams, free yourself […]
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SDI Attends Nashville Sporting Clays Tournament
It’s not every day that you have an opportunity to help a charity like the Ronald McDonald House. It’s also not every day that you get to spend a day shooting clays with great people, eating good food, enjoying perfect weather, and doing it all at a beautiful facility. The day was overcast with slight […]
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SDI Is Ready For A Busy October
Lots of people, lots of firearms, and more than a little fun. October is shaping up to be a great month for Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI). Here’s why you should be paying attention to the happenings at SDI! October 6-8, 2017, Members of the SDI team will be gathering in the mountains of Georgia for […]
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The Raider Project
You served your country for four or more years in the military, traveling with a group of men and women you considered family. You left your home after high school and learned to rely on these people. Now, out of the service, you are alone. But thanks to the Raider Project, you don’t have to […]
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SDI is Keeping Busy
With first place medals and record turnouts, the Sonoran Desert Institute team was busy in March. Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) is constantly traveling the country, whether it’s to help, inform, recruit, educate, or to compete in the case of our sponsored shooters. If you’ve been following the SDI newsletter you may already know about our success. These […]
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SDI’s Hardwick Goes the Distance. Twice!
Actions always speaks louder than words, and Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) Teaching Assistant and Quality Control Specialist Troy Hardwick personally honored the brave men and women of our U.S. Armed Forces through his recent actions by going above and beyond the call of duty. Troy recently ran the Honoring Our Heroes Half Marathon, but he […]
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SDI Recognizes Veterans Day
Our veterans deserve our heartfelt thanks today and every day. This Veterans Day, SDI is making a donation in honor of each of its 16 team members who has served in the military. Please join us in thanking all vets, including our own SDI VIPs: Mike Olson (Admissions/Career Services) – U.S.M.C. Dale Grinage (Education Liaison […]
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SDI Attends IraqVeteran8888 Range Day
There’s no better way to promote firearm technology education than in the field and being one-on-one with gun owners and supporters of our Second Amendment rights. Recently, Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) representatives had the unique privilege and honor to attend the IraqVeteran8888 Range Day, an exciting invitation-only event that brought together veterans and those passionate […]
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SDI Announces Student Ambassadors
At SDI, we’re proud to have absolutely amazing students. Many are serving or have served in our military, many juggle jobs and families while they study, and all of our students have a passion for firearms. It’s our honor to be a part of their personal growth and education, and we love getting to know […]
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Sonoran Desert Institute Partners with Taurus Holdings for Field Study Program
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI), an industry leader in providing accredited and accelerated distance learning, is pleased to announce a new Field Study partnership with one of the nation’s largest and most respected firearms manufacturers, Taurus® Holdings, Inc. The SDI Field Study program provides an innovative opportunity for students and alumni to learn […]
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SDI-Sponsored Eusebio Wins at the 2016 Steel Challenge, Sets World Record
Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) congratulates world speed shooting champion KC Eusebio for winning the 2016 Steel Challenge World Speed Shooting Championships and setting a new world record. The event gathered competitors all over the world, from Australia to Japan. The competition was recently held at the Hogue Range in San Luis Obispo, Calif., and sponsored […]
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SDI Represents at 2016 Deerassic Classic
The Deerasic Classic Giveaway and Outdoor Expo is an annual event held in Cambridge, Ohio. This unique weekend is more than the average gun show. The massive two-day event includes raffles, prize giveaways, vendor booths, food and drinks, stage shows, celebrities, and much more. The prizes include vacations, firearms, vehicles, side-by-sides, and cash! SDI’s own Garett Bischoff was at this year’s event and had a lot to say about the experience.
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SDI ADVISORY BOARD SPOTLIGHT: RAY VAUGHN
It’s been said that knowledge gained through experience is superior and more useful than bookish knowledge, and there are few individuals who exemplify that more than Ray Vaughn of Jonesboro, Ga. With more than 20 years of professional gunsmithing experience, Vaughn’s knowledge far exceeds any textbook, and the Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) is pleased to […]
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KC Eusebio and the Infinity Open
All of us at Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) wish to congratulate SDI-sponsored professional shooter KC Eusebio for his first-place win at the Infinity Open, recently held at the CCC Tactical range in Cresson, Texas. Eusebio smoked the competition, winning the Open Division by 99 points.
The Infinity® Open is a test of all shooting skills and this year welcomed more than 200 competitors. Every shooter must shoot Weak Hand, Strong Hand, On the Move, and from difficult positions. As they like to say at the Infinity Open, the winner will be the shooter who can do it all!
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SDI Proudly Introduces the Beckerman Memorial Scholarship
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI), an industry leader in providing accredited and accelerated online learning, is proud to announce a new academic scholarship to assist active duty military personnel, veterans, and first responders in achieving Firearms Technology degrees. The SGT Michael Beckerman Memorial Scholarship and the Paul Jackson First Responder Scholarship are full scholarships, […]
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SDI Unveils Paul Jackson First Responder Scholarship
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI), an industry leader in providing accredited and accelerated online learning, is proud to announce a new academic scholarship to assist active duty military personnel, veterans, and first responders in achieving Firearms Technology degrees. The Paul Jackson First Responder Scholarship is a full scholarship, providing full tuition and fees. […]
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SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society
The Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) has always demonstrated a deep commitment to serving the men and women of the United States Armed Forces, and today SDI is pleased to announce their new Charter Membership with the national SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society. SDI’s affiliation with SALUTE will provide well-deserved recognition for the academic achievements and […]
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SDI Advisory Board Spotlight: Dan O’Kelly
A life-long study of firearm design, history, and manufacturing combined with a career in law enforcement often creates a unique body of work and experience that is highly valued within the firearms industry. However, Dan O’Kelly — a new addition to the SDI Advisory Board — takes it all to a new and intense level. […]
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SDI Visits Springfield Sportsmen’s Show
The recent Springfield Sportsmen’s Show was a huge success as school representatives from Soronan Desert Institute spoke with attendees about the variety of offerings provided by the accredited gun and firearms technology school. “This is one of the larger events we attend that takes place in the United States,” Garett Bischoff of SDI said of […]
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SDI Announces Launch of Shooting Team
Sonoran Desert Institute has a new reason to celebrate. The school has partnered with “KC” Eusebio to lead a new shooting team. Eusebio is an International Practical Shooting Confederation and United States Practical Shooting Association’s member and Steel Challenge action shooting competitor who is featured on the Hot Shots TV-series. Eusebio said the partnership […]
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