With a personal mission statement of "Creating an environment where people thrive". I have been a results-oriented leader with a track-record of advancing institutional mission and student success while providing trusted leadership in higher education settings.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Tour Guide
Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tour Center
11.2021 - Current
Qualified to lead all tours – Day Fresh Tour, Finisher Tour, Beermaster Tour, Clydesdale VIP Tour, and The King of Beers Tour
Designed 'team building tour' to offer to corporations and organizations
Named 'Tour Center Employee of the Year' for 2022
Associate Dean
Lake Land College
06.2018 - 03.2021
Led start-up of vocational and academic programs at men’s correctional facility in Lincoln, IL including hiring of instructors/office staff, onboarding, procurement of needed classroom materials, and assisting instructors with course preparations
Advised and enrolled student-offenders into programs
200-plus students enrolled in programs within 3-year time frame
Vice President of Student Services
Lincoln Christian University and Seminary
06.2015 - 12.2017
Cultivated strong relationships with student leaders and student body to promote collaboration and long-term success in retention
Worked with undergraduate and graduate student governments to develop student connections
Led variety of orientations and trainings for new students and resident hall assistants
Developed and implemented assessment tools to measure student involvement and growth
Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Manhattan Christian College
06.2000 - 05.2015
Provided oversight to assessment of academic programs leading to continuous improvement initiatives
Developed new curriculum that focused on partnerships with universities, churches, and non-profits seeking to meet marketplace needs and placing graduates in their career field
Led three accreditation reaffirmation visits including writing the self-studies plus numerous reports and change requests ensuring compliance with all standards and regulations
Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, onboarding, evaluation, and retention of faculty members and academic department staff
Managed department budget responsibilities to maximize growth and success
Associate Professor and Chair of General Studies Department
Lincoln Christian University and Seminary
08.1992 - 05.2000
Developed new courses in communication discipline resulting in achievement of course outcomes mentor relationships with students
Represented department in Academic Cabinet meetings, provided guidance in hiring of new faculty, and assisted faculty in professional development
Served on academic committees, contributing insights and expertise to enhance institutional policies and practices
Education
Doctor of Ministry (ABD) - Preaching
Lincoln Christian University And Seminary
Lincoln, Illinois
Master of Arts - Preaching
Lincoln Christian University And Seminary
Lincoln, Illinois
Master of Arts - Speech/Communication
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Bible/Christian Ministry
Manhattan Christian College
Manhattan, Kansas
Skills
Strong communicator and relationship builder
Strategic planner and vision/mission caster
Collaborator and team builder
Problem solver and risk manager
Timeline
Tour Guide
Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tour Center
11.2021 - Current
Associate Dean
Lake Land College
06.2018 - 03.2021
Vice President of Student Services
Lincoln Christian University and Seminary
06.2015 - 12.2017
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Manhattan Christian College
06.2000 - 05.2015
Associate Professor and Chair of General Studies Department
Lincoln Christian University and Seminary
08.1992 - 05.2000
Doctor of Ministry (ABD) - Preaching
Lincoln Christian University And Seminary
Master of Arts - Preaching
Lincoln Christian University And Seminary
Master of Arts - Speech/Communication
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - Bible/Christian Ministry
Manhattan Christian College
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