Tara Hornor

Dr. Tara Hornor is a Professor at The Citadel, holding a joint appointment in the Zucker Family School of Education and the Department of Leadership Studies. Her career spans academic leadership, counseling, and military-connected education initiatives.

• Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration, University of Arizona
• Master’s degrees in Instructional Design, Human Resource Management, and School Counseling

Her research focuses on college choice processes, enrollment management, and strategic planning, with recent publications exploring virtual counseling, veteran student belonging, and military-connected education. Articles highlight trends in digital adaptation, organizational learning, and policy development in higher education.

Dr. Hornor has delivered presentations at major conferences including NASPA, NACADA, and AACRAO, emphasizing the integration of research and practice in student success frameworks.