VICENZA, Italy — U.S. Army Maj. Tony Starks, a member of the 173rd Airborne Brigade, is bringing a career defined by leadership, education, and global service to his role as a Military Mentor with the U.S. Senate Youth Program.
Starks serves with the 173rd Airborne Brigade, known as the “Sky Soldiers," the Army’s rapid deployment force for Europe and Africa. His journey to the brigade began in Texas and Louisiana and culminated in his commissioning from Stephen F. Austin State University.
Alongside his operational experience, Starks brings an extensive academic background. He holds a doctorate and two master’s degrees in leadership, law, and public policy. His service includes deployments to Asia and the Middle East, as...