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Anthony F. Rodi

SUMMARY

Highly effective educator with nearly 16 years of higher education experience at faculty and

administrative levels combined with many years of industry experience

Recipient of multiple academic awards including Excellence in Teaching Award (2016-2017),

Teacher of the Year (2016) and Excellence in Service Award (2016-2017), Katz Graduate School

of Business and College of Business Administration

Build collaborative relationships and partnerships across the university

Experienced in developing and growing successful new program and curriculum development

Commitment to student success through innovative teaching, Experienced Based Learning, Project

Based Learning, Case Based Learning

Extensive expertise and experience in online synchronous/blended and asynchronous course

development and delivery

Build and cultivate external relationships with university partners, community organizations,

workforce, industry, local, state and federal officials and agencies

Experienced in program development and review, Accreditation, Middle States review, successful

Grant Writing and funding, STEM education and outreach

EDUCATION:

Robert Morris University, Doctorate of Science - Information Systems and Communications, 2006

University of Pittsburgh, Katz Business School, MBA Essentials, Certificate 2010

Robert Morris University, Master of Science - Information Systems Management, 2001

Robert Morris University, BS/BA - Human Resource Management, 1999

ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE (University of Pittsburgh (2015-present):

University of Pittsburgh, Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business & College of

Business Administration (August 2015 – present)

Clinical Associate Professor of Business Administration/Information Systems and Technology

Management

Faculty Director: MS MIS Program

Teach undergraduate, graduate and executive courses with highly rated teaching evaluations

Faculty Director: MS MIS Program –Manage and maintain academic standards and integrity,

admissions, orientation, advising, graduation activities and monitoring program performance and

growth. https://www.katz.business.pitt.edu/ms/mis

Ongoing collaboration with Dean’s office on new programs, enhancement to traditional programs,

recruitment, and innovative teaching initiatives

University of Pittsburgh, Katz MBA Excellence in Teaching Award: in recognition

of Outstanding Teaching in CBA, MBA and EMBA programs. Katz Graduate School of Business.

Received award at Katz Graduate School on October 6, 2017

University of Pittsburgh, Katz Excellence in Service Award: Recognized for Outstanding

Service on October 6, 2017

Received award for Teaching Excellence by the 2016 Katz Graduate School of Business part-

time MBA students being recognized as the “Outstanding Teacher of the Year.”

https://www.katz.business.pitt.edu/ms/mis

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New course development – Proposed, developed and teach traditional and blended courses for

undergraduate, MBA and EMBA programs.

Focus on student-centered learning and case-based instruction

Extensive service, scholarship, committee work

Faculty Advisor for undergraduate national Business Case Competition teams which serve as

successful Experienced-Based Learning activities providing valuable hands-on real world

experience, high profile exposure, and career recruitment opportunities

http://www.cba.pitt.edu/pitt-future-business-leaders

Host industry guest speakers in classes providing real world exposure to students, networking and

recruitment opportunities for both employers and students

Build and foster collaborative relationships across university

Ongoing program and curriculum development and revisions

Build and cultivate relationships with university partners, community organizations, workforce,

industry, local, state and federal officials and agencies

Coordinate with and support Development and Alumni Relations to cultivate relationships with

donors, alumni, and prospects

Served as lead faculty, online expert and liaison for newly launched online Professional MBA.

Developed pilot course in Information Systems that is successfully taught in blended online

delivery beginning Spring 2017 using new collaborative technologies,

Developed and taught pilot course in Information Technology and Electronic Medical Records

(BMIS 2911) for newly launched EMBA-Healthcare program taught Summer 2017 in blended

format (22 students)

TEACHING

Teach undergraduate, graduate & executive courses with highly rated teaching evaluations

Undergraduate Courses

Project Management (BUSBIS 1630)

Intro to Information Systems (BUSBIS 1060)

Information Systems Ethics (BUSBIS 1645)

Graduate/Executive Courses

Information Systems (MBA - BMIS 2409)

Info Systems PMBA- Blended (BMIS 2409)

Info Systems (Pharmacy) MSPBA (BMIS 2409)

MIS Practicum (BMIS 2056)

Information Sys Independent Study (MBA - multiple sections)

Info Technology/Elect Med Records (EMBA-H)

SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY (University of Pittsburgh)

Committees, Advisory & Leadership Activities: University of Pittsburgh

Faculty Director: MS MIS Program – Program Faculty Director with focus on developing and

maintaining academic standards and integrity, admissions, orientation, advising, graduation

activities and monitoring program performance (Summer 2017 – present)

Graduate Course Schedule Coordinator for ISTM courses. Developed and coordinated

academic schedule over five years. Coordinate with department Chair, Deans and Registrar on alignment of future course offerings (September 2017 - present)

http://www.cba.pitt.edu/pitt-future-business-leaders

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Undergraduate Course Schedule Coordinator for CBA Business Information Systems courses.

Developed and coordinated academic schedule over five years. Coordinate with department Chair,

Deans and Registrar on alignment of future course offerings (Summer 2016-Sept 2017)

ISTM Tenure and Non-Tenure Stream Faculty Search Committee - Serve as member of

committee reviewing credentials of candidates, conducting interviews, teaching demonstrations

and presentations to determine decision on final candidates. (Ongoing)

Faculty Advisor for PITT Business Technology Club (MBA) - Serve as Faculty Advisor to

oversee and guide MBA students interested in the intersection of business and technology. The

club serves as local chapter of the National Association of Information Systems. The focus is on

grooming future leaders by providing a platform to interact with industry experts through events

including guest speakers, technology company tours, and workshops with Katz alums and to

promote and form collaborative teams for case competitions. Oversee club performance,

governance, leadership transition, workshops, growth and overall club success. Helped to enable

significant growth to club through innovative strategies. (Fall 2015 – present)

http://www.business.pitt.edu/katz/btc/executive

Faculty Advisor for 2018 PITT CBA Georgetown Business Case Competition team - Advisor

for PITT Georgetown Business Case Competition team with undergraduate business team.

Conducted weekly meetings to develop a strategy for competition. Attended case competition with

CBA students representing University of Pittsburgh Katz Business. The team has been invited back

to the competition in 2019. (February 2018). https://www.hilltopbsc.org/

Faculty Advisor for 2017 Business Case Competition Team - University of Arizona Collegiate Ethics Case Competition (Fall 2017) - Serve as Faculty advisor for CBA

undergraduate business case competition team. Conducted weekly meetings to develop a strategy

for competition. Attended case competition with CBA undergraduate students representing

University of Pittsburgh Katz Business. The team was invited back to the competition in 2018.

October 2017. https://ethics.eller.arizona.edu/competition

Faculty Team Advisor - University of Washington Milgard Case Competition on Corporate

Social Responsibility - Served as Faculty Team advisor coaching and advising undergraduate

business student team on research, strategies, presentation, and group dynamics. Attended case

competition with CBA students representing University of Pittsburgh. The PITT team has been

invited back for 2018. (March 2017) http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/center-leadership-social-

responsibility/2017-miccsr-case

Faculty Advisor for PITT CBA Georgetown Business Case Competition team - Advisor for

PITT Georgetown Business Case Competition team with undergraduate business team. Conducted

weekly meetings to develop a strategy for competition. Attended case competition with CBA

students representing University of Pittsburgh Katz Business. The team has been invited back to

the competition in 2018. (February 2017). https://www.hilltopbsc.org/

Faculty Case Competition Team Advisor - University of Arizona Collegiate Ethics Case

Competition (Fall 2016) - Served as Faculty Team advisor mentoring and advising CBA

undergraduate business student team on research, strategies, presentation, and group dynamics.

Attended case competition with CBA students representing University of Pittsburgh Katz Business.

The PITT team placed runner-up in their division and PITT has been invited back to the 2017

competition. October 2016. https://ethics.eller.arizona.edu/competition

Online Instruction Task Force Katz MBA - Attend and actively participate in ongoing meetings

and discussions with online development vendors in efforts to align and pilot Katz MBA courses

for online delivery. (Fall 2015 – present)

http://www.business.pitt.edu/katz/btc/executive

https://www.hilltopbsc.org/

https://ethics.eller.arizona.edu/competition

http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/center-leadership-social-responsibility/2017-miccsr-case

http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/center-leadership-social-responsibility/2017-miccsr-case

https://www.hilltopbsc.org/

https://ethics.eller.arizona.edu/competition

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Faculty Advisor for PITT Future Business Leaders Organization (CBA Business Case

Competition Teams) - Serve as Faculty Advisor to develop Experience Based Learning. Co-

developed and implemented a plan for a sustainable Case Competition team. Assisted in creating a

meaningful and valuable experience for students...Oversaw development of Organization

Constitution, budget, deliverables, recruitments, sustainability, officers, case competition selection

(Fall 2015 – present)

Faculty Team Advisor - University of Washington Milgard Case Competition on Corporate

Social Responsibility - Served as Faculty Team advisor coaching and advising undergraduate

business student team on research, strategies, presentation, and group dynamics. Attended case

competition with students representing University of Pittsburgh. Feb 25-28, 2016.

http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/node/37429

Faculty Advisor for undergraduate PITT Georgetown Business Case Competition team -

Advisor for undergraduate PITT Business Case Competition team. Conducted weekly meetings to

develop a strategy for competition. http://www.hilltopbsc.org/

Faculty Team Advisor - University of Arizona Collegiate Ethics Case Competition (UBER

CASE) - Served as Faculty Team advisor coaching and advising undergraduate student team on

research, strategies, presentation, and group dynamics. Attended case competition with students

representing University of Pittsburgh Katz Business. The PITT team placed 4th out of 33 teams

and was invited back to the 2016 competition. October 2015.

https://ethics.eller.arizona.edu/competition/winners

PITT CBA Faculty Advisor for Capital One OLIN Business Case Competition in St. Louis -

Served as Faculty Advisory for undergraduate business students in preparation for OLIN Business

Case at Washington University in St. Louis in November 2015. http://olincasecompetition.com/

Other Service: Campus and Community Related Service Activities: University Of Pittsburgh

Blended Course Development Brown Bag Meetings – Conduct ongoing informative faculty

meetings on Blended course development (Fall 2016-present)

PITT Katz Graduate Business School Graduation Commencement - April 27, 2018

PITT CBA Undergraduate Graduation Commencement - April 28, 2018

University of Pittsburgh, Honors Convocation (Honoree): Feb 23, 2018

Air Force Association’s Cyber Camp at Pitt. July 24-28, 2017. Volunteer Cyber Camp

Instructor. University of Pittsburgh. Week long instructional camp/workshop July 24-28, 2017 for

over 165 high school students interested in STEM education. Served as volunteer Cyber Camp

Instructor. Represented Katz Business while collaborating across the University of Pittsburgh and

with David Hickton, founding director of the Institute for Cyber Law, Policy and Security.

EMBA-H Orientation for Inaugural cohort of 25 students. Presented and discussed new course

BMIS 2911 (March 29, 2017)

EMBA-H Blended Course Development Brown Bag Meetings – Conducted informative faculty

meetings on Blended EMBA-H course development (Fall 2016-present)

Faculty Advisor for P.A.C.T. (Pittsburgh Attacks Cancer Together) - 2016-present

http://www.letsmakeapact.org/about-us.html



University of Pittsburgh, Honors Convocation: Feb 24, 2017



Faculty Judge for Berg Center for Ethics Hackathon - Served as Faculty Judge for Berg Center

MBA Hackathon with the Buhl Foundation. Mervis hall 12:30-5pm. (April 2, 2016)

KATZ MBA (ITSMF) Case Competition Team - Met with and provided guidance to MBA

students on case competition materials. They represented Katz at the ITSMF Case Competition

weekend at New Orleans. The team took Third place and $1,000 went to the team from the

University of Pittsburgh. (October 2015)

David Berg Center Advisory Board Meeting – Invited and attended David Berg Ethics Center

Advisory Board Meeting. Mervis Hall 270. 12-1:30pm. (November 13, 2015)

http://www.tacoma.uw.edu/node/37429

http://www.hilltopbsc.org/

https://ethics.eller.arizona.edu/competition/winners

http://olincasecompetition.com/

http://www.letsmakeapact.org/about-us.html

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AWARDS and RECOGNITION: University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh, Katz MBA Excellence in Teaching Award: in recognition

of Outstanding Teaching in CBA, MBA and EMBA programs. Katz Graduate School of Business.

Received award at Katz Graduate School on October 6, 2017

University of Pittsburgh, Katz Excellence in Service Award: Recognized for Outstanding

Service on October 6, 2017

University of Pittsburgh, Honors Convocation: Recognized for Excellence in Teaching Award

(2016-2017) and Excellence in Service Award (2016-2017), Katz Graduate School of Business and

College of Business Administration Katz Graduate School of Business. (Feb 23, 2018)

University of Pittsburgh, Honors Convocation: Recognized as the "Outstanding Teacher of the

Year" by the part-time MBA Class of 2016, Katz Graduate School of Business. (Feb 24, 2017)

University of Pittsburgh, Katz MBA Excellence in Teaching Award: Recognized as the

"Outstanding Teacher of the Year" by part-time MBA Class of 2016, Katz Graduate School of

Business. Received award at Katz Graduate School commencement ceremony on April 29, 2016

External Meetings and Activities:

Industry engagement – Build relationships in industry to bring to PITT alumni engagement, guest

speakers, program support, student internship and career opportunities (2015 - present)

UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) 2017 Healthcare Management Program (IHMP):

met with existing leaders in fields of medical practice from Asia to help understand and become

effective clinical leaders in an academic health system and to create better understanding of

developing themselves and their organizations (conducted information training session on March

16, 2017 on Challenges in Healthcare Information Systems)

Participated in Fall Harvest recruiting for EMBA-Healthcare program. UPMC. Oct 26, 2017

UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center) 2016 Healthcare Management Program (IHMP):

met with existing leaders in fields of medical practice from Asia to help understand and become

effective clinical leaders in an academic health system and to create better understanding of

developing themselves and their organizations (conducted information training session on July

26, 2016 on Challenges in Healthcare Information Systems)

Southpointe CEO Association: Longtime participant actively involved in meetings and activities

with industry partners in Southpointe, Washington County. Build relationships that benefit the

students and the university (ongoing)

Build and cultivate relationships with university partners, community organizations, workforce,


SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES (University of Pittsburgh)

Publications (2015-Present):

Janchenko, G. Rodi, A.F., Donohoe, M.J. (2017). “THE NEW LEARNER” THE INFLUENCE OF

SHIFTING FORCES IMPACTING HIGHER EDUCATION

Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 18, Issue 4, pp. 99-

104, 2017; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered

with U.S. Library of Congress. (Oct 4-7, 2017). http://www.iacis.org/iis/2017/4_iis_2017_99-104.pdf

http://www.iacis.org/iis/2017/4_iis_2017_99-104.pdf

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Spangler, S. Rodi, A.F., (2016). “CASE STUDY: BYOD IN THE HIGHER EDUCATION CLASSROOM: DISTRACTION OR DISRUPTION? THE ADOPTION OF SPANGLER’S 2016

DIGITAL HUMAN IT INTEGRATION CHARTING SYSTEM” IACIS Conference paper proceeding.

Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 17, Issue III, pp.

100-108, 2016; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is

registered with U.S. Library of Congress. (Oct 5-8, 2016).


Janchenko, G. Rodi, A.F., Donohoe, M.J. (2016). “Information Systems Challenges of Healthcare in the United States” IACIS Conference paper proceeding. Double-blind refereed paper published in

Issues in Information Systems, Volume 17, Issue III, pp. 227-235, 2016; Issues in Information

Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of

Congress. (October 5-8, 2016). http://www.iacis.org/iis/2016/3_iis_2016_227-235.pdf

Rodi, A.F., Boff, G.M., DeLorenzo, G., (2015). “AN EMPERICAL CASE RESPONSE TO “DOES

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SUFFER AN IDENTITY CRISIS?” A CASE STUDY OF CONFUSION AND MISINFORMATION.” IACIS Conference paper proceeding. Double-blind refereed paper

published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 16, Issue III, pp., 90 -98; Issues in Information

Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of

Congress. (October 7-10, 2015). http://www.iacis.org/iis/2015/3_iis_2015_90-98.pdf

Spangler, S. Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F., (2015). “Case Study: Can Digital Natives Adapt to Technology’s Changes and Speed?” IACIS Conference paper proceeding. Double-blind refereed

paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 16, Issue III, pp 27-32; Issues in

Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library

of Congress. (October 7-10, 2015). http://www.iacis.org/iis/2015/3_iis_2015_27-32.pdf

Conference Participation and/or Presentations (while at University of Pittsburgh)

IACIS 57th Annual (2017) International Conference (International Association for Computer

Information Systems). Philadelphia, PA. “THE NEW LEARNER” THE INFLUENCE OF

SHIFTING FORCES IMPACTING HIGHER EDUCATION. Session Chair and presenter.

(October 4-7, 2017). http://www.iacis.org/conference/proceedings/IACIS_2017_Program.pdf


IACIS 56th Annual International Conference (International Association for Computer Information Systems). Nashville, TN. Session Chair and presenter. (October 5-8, 2016).

http://www.iacis.org/conference/proceedings/IACIS_2016_Program.pdf

Spangler, S. Rodi, A.F., (2016). “CASE STUDY: BYOD IN THE HIGHER EDUCATION CLASSROOM: DISTRACTION OR DISRUPTION? THE ADOPTION OF SPANGLER’S 2016

DIGITAL HUMAN IT INTEGRATION CHARTING SYSTEM” IACIS Conference paper proceeding

and presenter. Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 17,

Issue III, pp. 100-108, 2016; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS

registered with U.S. Library of Congress. Nashville, TN. (Oct 5-8, 2016).



Janchenko, G. Rodi, A.F., Donohoe, M.J. (2016). “Information Systems Challenges of Healthcare in

the United States” IACIS Conference paper proceeding, Session Chair and presenter. Double-

blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 17, Issue III, pp. 227-235,

2016; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS registered with the

U.S. Library of Congress. Nashville, TN. (October 5-8, 2016).














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Integrative Conference on Technology, Social Media and Behavioral Health - Attended and

participated in networking with attendees to build collaborative efforts in teaching, curriculum, and

building good relationships across the campus and with partners of PITT Katz School. Mervis Hall.

University of Pittsburgh. (May 5, 2016)

Additional Conference Activities (while at University of Pittsburgh):

Paper Reviewer for IACIS 58th Annual International Conference (International Association for

Computer Information Systems). Reviewer of papers submitted for conference held in Clearwater

Beach, FL October 3-6, 2018. EISTA 2018 International Conference- Paper Review Committee. Education and Information

Systems, Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference, July, 2018.

(Orlando, Florida).


Computer Information Systems). Reviewer of papers submitted for conference held Philadelphia,

PA October 4-7, 2017. EISTA 2017 International Conference- Paper Review Committee. Education and Information

Systems, Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference, July, 2017.

(Orlando, Florida).


Computer Information Systems). Reviewer of papers submitted for conference held in Nashville,

TN. October 5-8, 2016.


Computer Information Systems). Reviewer of papers submitted for conference held Clearwater

Beach, Fl. October 7-10, 2015.

Program and Curriculum Development: University of Pittsburgh

BMIS 2911 (Blended) EMBA-H: Served as lead faculty, online expert and liaison for newly

launched EMBA-Healthcare program. Developed pilot course in Information Technology and

Electronic Medical Records to be taught in blended delivery Summer 2017 semester (23 students)

BMIS 2409 (Blended) PMBA- Professional MBA: Served as lead faculty, online expert and

liaison for newly launched online Professional MBA. Developed pilot course in Information

Systems that was successfully taught in blended online delivery Spring 2017, with future scheduled

sections

Information Systems Ethics Course (BUSBIS 1645): Developed, was approved and

implemented new course for Undergraduate programs. Assisted in marketing the course to build

enrollment. (Spring 2016) Course is now ongoing with full enrollment and continuing with

additional sections for future semesters.

Ethical Issues in Information Systems Course (BMIS xxxx): Developed, implemented new

course for Graduate programs. Assist in marketing of course. (Approved Spring 2016) Course

anticipated to pilot in near future based on scheduling

Professional Development: University of Pittsburgh

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“INFORMS” 2018 Teaching Workshop at The Boston University Questrom School of

Business.. May 31-June 1, 2018.

Center for Supply Chain Management Breakfast Speaker Series – Attended Center for Supply

Chain Management Breakfast – “FEDEX Supply Chain.” University of Pittsburgh. Alumni Hall.

(February 23, 2018). 7-9:15am

“INFORMS” 2017 Teaching Workshop at The Paul Merage School of Business at the

University of California, Irvine. May 19th, 2017.

Conduct ongoing brown bag lunch meetings with faculty and management to discuss best practices

in online and blended course development

Harvard Business Publishing Case Method Teaching Seminar, Part I – Attended and

participated in Case Method Seminar. University of Pittsburgh. (March 31, 2017).


Chain Management Breakfast – “Omni-Opportunities in Retail Supply Chain Management.”

University of Pittsburgh. Alumni Hall. (April 7, 2017). 7-9:15am

Katz Teaching Excellence Workshop - Attended & participated in Teaching Excellence

Workshop. Shared ideas, best practices in teaching. University of Pittsburgh. (May 3, 2016)

Web Seminar: - Attended GoToWebinar – “Unleashing the Power of Intelligent Mentoring,”

presented by Katz Business Associate Dean Murrell. University of Pittsburgh. (Jan 26, 2016)

Cyber Security Webinar - Attended Cybersecurity Webinar “Path in Business, Computer

Crimes, and Cyber Security” with Anthony Marmo), former Pennsylvania Deputy Attorney

General. Contacted Mr. Marmo to further discuss Cyber Security and have continued to have him

as guest speaker in classes. University of Pittsburgh. (January 20, 2016)


Chain Management Breakfast – “3-D Printing and its Impact on the Supply Chain.” University of

Pittsburgh. Alumni Hall. (December 4, 2015). 7-9am

Cyber Security Symposium - Cyber Security Symposium attendance and participation. William

Pitt Union Assembly Room. University of Pittsburgh. (October 26, 2015).

Web Seminar – Attended webinar hosted by Pitt Business Dean Arjang Assad called "The

Business School within the University -- A Changing Role?" University of Pittsburgh.

(October 7, 2015).

Fall 2015 New Faculty Orientation – Was provided information needed for a successful start at

University of Pittsburgh. Learned about resources for teaching, research and scholarship.

Interacted with more than a dozen university offices. Alumni Hall. University of Pittsburgh.

(August 27, 2015).

Blackboard (Courseweb) – LMS training workshop and certification conducted by CIDDE,

University of Pittsburgh. (August 2015)

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS:

IACIS - International Association for Computer Information Systems (2011 – Present)

PMI –Project Management Institute (longtime member)

AIS – Association for Information Systems (2014-present)

INFORMS – Institute for Operations Research and Management Sciences (2017 –present)

HIMSS – Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (2017 – present)

www.himss.org

CLEARANCES

Child Protection Training http://www.hr.pitt.edu/protecting/child-prot , which is a 3 hour course

(COMPLETED July 5th, 2017 (Certificate of completion)

o This course meets Act 31 of 2014 Training requirements and the Recognizing Child Abuse

and Mandated Reporting components of Act 126 of 2013.

http://www.himss.org/

http://www.hr.pitt.edu/protecting/child-prot

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3 child clearances obtained within the last 60 months:

o Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Record Check (July 2, 2017)

(ePATCH) https://epatch.state.pa.us

o Pennsylvania Child Abuse History

Clearance https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home

o FBI Criminal Background (July 2, 2017) http://www.pa.cogentid.com/index_dpwNew.htm

https://epatch.state.pa.us/

https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home

http://www.pa.cogentid.com/index_dpwNew.htm

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California University of Pennsylvania (2006 - 2015)

Assistant Professor (August 2010-August 2015) – Computer Information Systems, with additional

teaching in Business, Leadership Studies (Awarded Tenure May 2015)

Chair, Part time faculty hiring committee

Chair, Part time faculty evaluation committee

Chair, CIS Marketing and Recruitment Extensive classroom and online teaching experience with traditional and adult learners

Consistently receive highly rated student, peer and administrative evaluations

Prior Learning Assessment Coordinator

Ongoing program and curriculum development and revisions

Mentored and advised at least 20-25 students per semester

Provided ongoing mentoring and guidance to undergraduate student athletes Mediate and provide resolution to issues with parents and students Extensive service, scholarship, committee work

Build and foster collaborative relationships across university

Coordinate with Development to initialize relationships with donors, alumni, and prospects

Actively engaged in recruitment and enrollment working numerous open house and recruiting events

throughout the academic year

Aggressively work to obtain internship and full time employment opportunities for students

consistently aligning students with full time jobs prior to graduation

Experience in working with diverse populations

Built and cultivated relationships with university partners, community organizations, workforce,


Experience with assessment and accreditation (see accomplishments below)

Innovative classroom and learning initiatives

Developed co-teaching initiatives bridging across disciplines

Collaborated across disciplines and departments

Assistant Professor/Co-Program Director (August 2010 – April 2011). Eberly College of Science

and Technology (NCRETE) National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology Education

In addition to being full time tenure track faculty, continued as Co-Program Director /PI for

Department of Defense contract with California University of PA and Carnegie Mellon Robotics

Institute

Continued to provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to a variety of constituents on and off

campus

Provided monthly reporting to the Department of Defense

Highly successful management, delivery, completion and closeout of NCRETE project

Managed resources, team of full time faculty, co-director, administrative staff, student workers and

sub-contractor relationship with Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute, Robotics Academy,

Secondary Educator professional development, and support for regional schools

Closely worked with Dean of College of Science and Technology in course planning, scheduling,

program recruitment and marketing, faculty resource utilization, budgeting, new curriculum and

degree formation.

Continued leadership and guidance of DoD grant funded NCRETE Phase 4 activities including

educational outreach, promoting STEM initiatives, workforce development, and development of 4

year Mechatronics Engineering Technology degree at CalU

Mechatronics Engineering Technology B.S. degree with Implementation of Fall 2013. Provided

leadership, initial funding, direction and co-development of proposal, program, equipment purchases,

and curriculum. Involved with building relationships with high schools, community colleges and

industry, to develop capacity into program. Assisted in coordinating marketing and promotion

efforts of program: 2009- present. (Rodi, Kallis, Amrhein).

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Built and cultivated relationships with community organizations, workforce, industry, local, state and

federal officials and agencies

Program Director/Principle Investigator/Full Time Temporary Assistant Professor (Aug 2008 – Aug

2010) - Eberly College of Science and Technology, Director of (NCRETE) National Center for Robotics

Engineering and Technology Education

Full-Time Temporary Assistant Professor and Program Director /PI for Department of Defense

contract with California University of PA and Carnegie Mellon Robotics Institute

Successfully delivered Phases 2 and 3 of multimillion dollar project on time, on budget with all

deliverables completed

Provided day-to-day operational leadership and guidance to constituents on and off campus

Managed resources, team of full time faculty, co-director, administrative staff, student workers and

sub-contractor relationship with Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute, Robotics

Academy, Secondary Educator professional development, and support for regional schools

Closely assisted Dean in course planning, scheduling, program recruitment, marketing, faculty

resource utilization, budgeting, new curriculum and degree formation.

Leadership and guidance of DoD grant funded project activities including educational outreach,

promoting STEM initiatives, workforce development, and formation of 4 year Mechatronics

Engineering Technology degree at CalU

Co-developed a partnership with Siemens entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU). Under the MOU, CalU and Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin agree to cooperate through

mutually beneficial activities in program development, research, and teaching. CalU partnership is

displayed globally on the Siemens website. http://www.siemens-

certifications.com/content/0/6/7/1923/5565/. May 2010

Co developed and delivered 4 year Mechatronics degree letter of intent to PASSHE. Rodi,

Amrhein, Kallis. May 2010.

Robotics Engineering Technology Associate degree. Directed robotics faculty team to

successful development and delivery of 2 year degree program. Implementation, Fall 2009

Planned and delivered educational outreach/professional development to 387 teachers, 2767

students over 217 schools throughout PA and other states using robotics as learning organizer

Continued STEM partnership with Carnegie Science Center of Pittsburgh Roboworld promoting

Robotics and STEM through free workshops for student and teacher development

Established CalU as host university to statewide STEM based meetings, camps and competitions

Actively involved in statewide educational Outreach activities using Robotics as STEM learning

organizer in teacher and student training

Continued interface with State and Federal governmental agencies, Council of Trustees,

community organizations and committees, Board of Governors, Workforce Development boards,

the PA State System of Higher Education, campus and external agency committees

Attended ongoing regional and statewide workforce meetings

Built pipeline of students into STEM based programs at CalU through aggressive recruiting efforts

Established and cultivated industry relationships building career and internship pathway for

students of many programs

Built Industry advisory board for input and guidance of Mechatronics and Robotics degrees

Performed project activities related to cost analysis, strategic planning, timelines, resource

management, future year out planning, developing Business, University, Community relationships

Established student centered robotics research and outreach lab consisting of STEM outreach

activities and robotics project initiatives

Developed a partnership plan with 14 Universities in PA State System of Higher Education

(PASSHE) to coordinate STEM activities and initiatives

Managed wide range of operations including classroom utilization, resource allocation, facilities,

equipment usage, faculty guidance and motivation

Built relationships across academic departments through collaborative efforts and joint student

centered activities

Worked in partnership with University Executive leadership ensuring goals/objectives of project

are aligned with University mission and needs

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Experienced with shared governance in collective bargaining environment

Carnegie Science Center of Pittsburgh Roboworld partnership (Spring 2009). Developed 2 year

partnership promoting Robotics and STEM free workshops for student and teacher development.

CalU “Robots on the Road” project with Carnegie Science Center. Played key role in design,

development, production and launch of initiative that involves at least 90 K-8 schools across 5

states engaging 50,000 students in STEM awareness and education. Began Fall 2010 (ongoing)

Full Time Temporary Assistant Professor and Assistant Program Director/PI -

(May 2007 – August 2008). Eberly College of Science and Technology. Assistant Director/PI of

(NCRETE) National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology Education

Full Time Temporary Assistant Professor with highly rated evaluations.

Co-Program Director of NCRETE in overall program and personnel management while keeping

timelines, tasks, budget, asset allocation and costs within contract guidelines

Involved with short and long term project planning

Provided monthly reporting to Department of Defense

Full Time Temporary Assistant Professor (Jan. 2007 – May 2007) with highly rated evaluations.

Adjunct Assistant Professor (Aug. 2006 – Dec. 2006) received highly rated evaluations

SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES (while at CalU 2006-2015)

GRANTS AND AWARDS:

Faculty Professional Development Committee (FPDC), (Awarded $1000) Faculty Travel

Award. California University of PA. (October 2014).

Faculty Professional Development Committee (FPDC), (Awarded $1000) Faculty Travel

Award. California University of PA. (October 2013).

Faculty Professional Development Committee (FPDC), (Awarded $500) Faculty Travel Award.

California University of PA. (October 2012).

Faculty Professional Development Committee (FPDC), (Awarded $1,000) Faculty Travel

Award. California University of PA. (January 2012).

Faculty Professional Development Committee (FPDC), (Awarded $750) Faculty Travel Award.

California University of PA. (December 2010).

PASSHE Entrepreneurship and Leadership Center Grant, (Awarded $225,000, plus

matching $165,000 from University). Assisted Mike Amrhein in proposal and implementing

Entrepreneurship/Leadership Center at California University of PA. (Awarded 2010).

PNC “Grow up Great with Math” (Awarded $379,000). Facilitated Private Industry Council of

Westmoreland County economic development agency and CalU Education faculty member Dr.

William Hug, towards submitting a proposal for successful award of grant. (Awarded May 2009).

Department of Defense, U.S. Army Night Vision Labs, (Awarded $617,000), authored Phase 4

proposal for National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology Education. (Awarded July

2009).

Department of Defense, U.S. Army Night Vision Labs, (Awarded $954,000), authored Phase 3

proposal, for National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology Education. (Awarded

October 2008).

Department of Defense, Office of Naval Research, (Awarded $994,580), co-authored Phase 2

proposal with Mike Donohoe, for National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology

Education. (Awarded September 2007).

Awarded $ 23,841.47 of Indirect Cost revenue to College of Science and Technology Fund Center

from grants activities accrued during fiscal year July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011. California

University of PA. (September 2012).

Awarded $42,616.28 of Indirect Cost revenue to College of Science and Technology Fund Center

from grants activities accrued during fiscal year July 1, 2009 through June 30, 2010. California

University of PA. (April 2011).

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Awarded $52,323.25 of Indirect Cost revenue to College of Science and Technology Fund Center

from grants activities accrued during fiscal year July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. California

University of PA. (Feb. 2010).

PARTNERSHIPS, PROPOSALS AND PLANNING:

Industry Partnership Building (ongoing): Meet with industry representatives to develop

ongoing mutually beneficial relationships that results in jobs and internships for students, as well as

donations to the university.

Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Meeting: Participated in onsite meeting to discuss

possible partnership opportunities. (August 8, 2013). CalUStudent Leadership Recognition Program Proposal: Developed program to complement

any degree program on campus. Gives students opportunity to earn leadership recognition by

participating in a wide variety of leadership-minded activities. Developed with Rhonda Gifford,

Mike Amrhein. (Submitted June 2013. Pending approval).

CalU Partnership Meeting with India Institute Delegates. California University of PA.

Conducted three informative presentations to the delegation while representing university and its

programs. (June 13, 2013).

BS in Mechatronics Engineering Technology. Co-authored New Program Proposal with John

Kallis and Mike Amrhein. (2010). Proposal accepted and degree implemented. (Fall 2013).

Co- development of Research Institute at CalU, with Kelly Hunt, Mike Amrhein. The primary

goal of the RI is to pursue relevant research opportunities by building the capacity for non-grant

funded projects. The RI provides company sponsors flexibility in directing donations towards

specific campus projects or activities. (Approved, pending implementation, May 23, 2011).

Co-development of $1 million white-paper appropriations proposal with Colette Marchesini of

GSP Consulting to Congressman Mark Critz for continuation of National Center for Robotics

Engineering and Technology Education (NCRETE) center activities (submitted, not funded 2011)

Co-development of $1.6 million Senate Appropriations proposal with Colette Marchesini of

GSP Consulting for submission to Senator Robert P. Casey for Cal U of PA Workforce

Curriculum- (NCRETE) National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology Education

(submitted, not funded) 2011.

Co-developed a partnership with Siemens entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Under the MOU, CalU and Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin agree to cooperate through



certifications.com/content/0/6/7/1923/5565/. (May 2010).

Carnegie Science Center of Pittsburgh Roboworld Partnership: Co-developed 2 year

partnership promoting Robotics STEM through free workshops for student/teacher development.

Partnership included extensive CalU signage throughout Carnegie Science Center. (Spring 2009)

Industry in the Classroom Initiative: Developed in partnership with Career Services and

University Development. By leveraging industry partnerships, invite company representatives who

are university alumni into classrooms as a guest speaker for content expertise and recruitment to

build ongoing relationships with alumni employers.

University “In-reach” Initiative: Build relationships and bridge across campus departments to

combine efforts in grant writing, joint curriculum, sharing of resources, co-teaching, joint projects,

and engaging industry in partnering with CalU. Attend ongoing meetings with Development to

build strategies and strengthen these relationships.

PUBLICATIONS:

-Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F, Spangler, S. (2014). “A CASE STUDY: ARE DIGITAL

NATIVES DEAD? WHAT ARE THE KEY FACTORS AND PERCEPTIONS LIBRARIAN’S VIEW OF THE DIGITAL NATIVE CULTURE IN HIGHER EDUCATION?” IACIS conference paper

proceeding, and presenter. Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems,

Volume 15; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered

with the U.S. Library of Congress. (October 1-4, 2014).



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- Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. (2013). “DOES A LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

DISCOURAGE STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND INTERACTION?” IACIS conference paper

proceeding, Session Chair and presenter. Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in

Information Systems Volume 14; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of

IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of Congress. (October 2-5, 2013).

- Rodi, A.F., LaRosa, R. (2013). “DOES CO- TEACHING PROVIDE EFFECTIVE DELIVERY OF

CONTENT?” AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH TO TEACHING MIS/CIS/BUSINESS

APPLICATIONS. IACIS conference paper proceeding and presenter of abstract. Double-blind

refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems Volume 14; Issues in Information Systems

is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of Congress.

(October 2-5, 2013).

- Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. (2012). “DOES INFORMATION SYSTEMS SUFFER AN

IDENTITY CRISIS? A CASE STUDY OF CONFUSION AND MISINFORMATION.” IACIS

conference paper proceeding and presenter. Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in

Information Systems, Volume 13; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of

IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of Congress. Myrtle Beach, SC. (October 3-6, 2012).

-Rodi, A.F., Amrhein, M. (2012). “BUILD IT AND THEY WON'T COME”: THE BUILDING OF

THE STEM PIPELINE INTO TECHNOLOGY BASED PROGRAMS AT CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA.” Conference paper proceeding, presenter and session chair. Presented at

Hawaii International Conference on Education. Honolulu, HI. (Jan 5-8, 2012).

-Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. (2011). “ARE ALL INFORMATION SYSTEMS CREATED

EQUAL: DOES ACCREDITATION SOLIDIFY INFORMATION SYSTEMS AS A DISCIPLINE?”

IACIS conference paper proceeding and presenter. Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues

in Information Systems, Volume 12; Issues in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of

IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of Congress. Mobile, Alabama. (October 5-8, 2011).

-Rodi, A.F.; Frederick, K.; Valoski, M. (2010). “THE GEOLOGY ROBOT: A COLLABORATIVE EFFORT FOR IMPROVING OUTCROP VISUALIZATION AND ANALYSIS.” Presented at the 2010

American Geophysical Union Annual Fall Conference. Moscone Convention Center. December 16.

San Francisco, CA. (December 13-17, 2010).

-Rodi, A. F.; Skovira, R.J. (2007). “THE DISCONNECTED CUSTOMER; AN EXPLORATORY STUDY OF CALL CENTER EFFECTIVENESS.” Research in Progress. IRMA (Information

Resources Management Association) International Conference. Peer reviewed paper published for

inclusion in journal, “Managing Worldwide Operations and Communications with Information

Technology.” Sheraton Hotel. Vancouver, B.C. Canada. (May 21-23, 2007).

Conference Attendance, Participation and/or presentations while at CalU:

ABET Symposium and training on continuous quality improvement and ABET Accreditation. Atlanta,

GA (April 2015)

IACIS 54th Annual International Conference (International Association for Computer Information Systems). Session Chair and presenter of peer reviewed paper “A CASE STUDY: ARE

DIGITAL NATIVES DEAD? WHAT ARE THE KEY FACTORS AND PERCEPTIONS LIBRARIAN’S VIEW OF THE DIGITAL NATIVE CULTURE IN HIGHER EDUCATION?” Double-blind refereed

paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 15; Issues in Information Systems is a

refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of Congress. Rodi, A.F., Spangler, S., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. Las Vegas, Nevada. (October 1-4, 2014).

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2014 IBM Enterprise Systems Educator Seminar and Conference. Developing curriculum on

competitive skills using the latest industry-standard software, systems, and tools. Robert Morris

University. (June 2-4, 2014)

PACISE 29th Annual Spring 2014 Conference (PA Association of Computer and Information

Science Educators). Served as Programming Contest Chair, Organizer of Job Fair, and Student

Volunteer Coordinator. California University of Pennsylvania, California, PA. (April 4-5, 2014).

IACIS 53rd Annual International Conference (International Association for Computer Information Systems). Session Chair and presenter of peer reviewed paper “DOES A LEARNING

MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DISCOURAGE STUDENT ATTENDANCE AND INTERACTION?”

Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems, Volume 14; Issues in

Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library

of Congress. Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. San Juan, Puerto Rico. (October 2-5, 2013).

IACIS 53rd Annual International Conference (International Association for Computer Information Systems). Session Chair and presenter of peer reviewed conference paper proceeding

and presenter of abstract “DOES CO- TEACHING PROVIDE EFFECTIVE DELIVERY OF

CONTENT?” AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH TO TEACHING MIS/CIS/BUSINESS

APPLICATIONS.” Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems; Issues

in Information Systems is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S.

Library of Congress. Rodi, A.F., LaRosa, R. San Juan, Puerto Rico. (October 2-5, 2013).

Washington County Chamber of Commerce Southpointe Networking Reception. Represented

California University of PA while meeting with business leaders, local and state government

officials. Southpointe Golf Club. Canonsburg, PA. (April 18, 2013).

Serene Leadership Institute “American Democracy Project” Leadership Conference: Served as

Moderator of Roundtable session “Student Leaders on Campus, in the Community, and in Politics.”

California University of PA. (April 11, 2013).

USASBE (United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship) Conference. San

Francisco, CA. (January 10-13, 2013).

IACIS 52rd Annual International Conference 2012 (International Association for Computer Information Systems). Session Chair and presenter of peer reviewed conference paper, “DOES

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SUFFER AN IDENTITY CRISIS? A CASE STUDY OF

CONFUSION AND MISINFORMATION.” Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in

Information Systems, which is a refereed, serial publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S.

Library of Congress.Presented at the Intl Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS).

Myrtle Beach, SC. Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. (October 3-6, 2012).

IACIS 51st Annual International Conference 2011 (International Association for Computer Information Systems). Conference paper proceeding and presenter of peer reviewed paper “ARE

ALL INFORMATION SYSTEMS CREATED EQUAL – DOES ACCREDITATION SOLIDIFY

INFORMATION SYSTEMS AS A DISCIPLINE?” Rodi, A.F., DeLorenzo, G., Kohun, F. (2011).

Double-blind refereed paper published in Issues in Information Systems which is a refereed, serial

publication of IACIS that is registered with the U.S. Library of Congress. Presented at the Intl

Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS). Mobile, AL. (October 5-8, 2011).

Serene Leadership Institute “American Democracy Project” Constitution Day Leadership

Conference. Panel Session Participant, topic “Private Sector v. Public Sector:Jobs..Jobs..Jobs.”

(Scott Bush, Gary DeLorenzo*, Paul Hettler, Anthony Rodi, Laura Saccente), California University of PA. (September 17, 2012).

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Serene Leadership Institute, “American Democracy Project” Leadership Conference. “Public

Service Leadership” (Panel Session Facilitator). (Panel participants: Judge Janet Bell, Michael

Hummel, Washington County Commissioner Larry Maggi), California University of PA. (April 24,

2012).

Hawaii International Conference on Education. (2012). “BUILD IT AND THEY WON'T COME”:

THE BUILDING OF THE STEM PIPELINE INTO TECHNOLOGY BASED PROGRAMS AT

CALIFORNIA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA. Rodi, A.F., Amrhein, M. Conference paper

proceeding, presenter and session chair. Presented at Hawaii International Conference on Education.

Honolulu, Hawaii. (Jan. 5-8, 2012).

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Preliminary Competition: Co-organizer, Competition Judge,

Setup Volunteer and Documentation Judge. Co- organizer of event at CalU. Judged competition

matches, event setup Volunteer and evaluated project documentation folders from each competing

team. SWPA Regional Competition. California University of PA. (March 25-26, 2011)

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Finals Competition: Event Setup Volunteer and

Documentation Judge. Event setup Volunteer and Evaluated project documentation folders from

each competing team. California University of PA. (April 16-17, 2010)

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Preliminary Competition: Event Setup Volunteer and

Documentation Judge. Event setup Volunteer and evaluated project documentation folders from

each competing team. California University of PA. (Feb. 26-27, 2010)

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Finals Competition: Volunteer and Documentation Judge.

Event setup Volunteer and Evaluator of project documentation folders from each competing team.

SWPA Regional Competition. Century III Mall, West Mifflin, PA. (April 24-25, 2009)

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Preliminary Competition: Volunteer and Documentation

Judge. Event setup Volunteer and Evaluator of project documentation folders from each competing

team. SWPA Regional Competition. California University of PA. (March 13-14, 2009)

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Finals Competition: Volunteer and Documentation Judge.

Event setup Volunteer and Evaluator of project documentation folders from each competing team.

SWPA Regional Competition. Century III Mall, West Mifflin, PA. (March 28-29, 2008)

Southwestern PA, BOTSIQ Robotics Finals Competition: Documentation Judge. Evaluated project

documentation from each competing team. SWPA Regional Competition. Century III Mall, West

Mifflin, PA. (March 2-3, 2007)

Southpointe Technology EXPO all day event representing CalU CIS, CS and Math programs. CalU

Southpointe Center. (Feb 25, 2011).

2010 American Geophysical Union Annual Fall Conference. “The Geology Robot: A Collaborative

Effort for Improving Outcrop Visualization and Analysis.” Rodi, A.F.; Frederick, K.; Valoski, M.

(2010). Presented at the 2010 American Geophysical Union Annual Fall Conference. Moscone

Convention Center. December 13-17. San Francisco, CA. (December 16, 2010).

California University of PA Emeriti Faculty Association 32nd Annual Fall Luncheon. Invited

guest speaker to present on STEM education at CalU, including grant funded initiatives in robotics

and successful STEM educational outreach. (October 21, 2010).

“Rockin Robots on the Road” CalU/Carnegie Science Center Kickoff Event. Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Presented at official launch of 5 year joint project to promote STEM

education. (October 17, 2010).

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Allegheny Green and Innovation Festival, Pittsburgh, PA: Represented CalU at a display booth

while promoting programs and STEM education. (August 14, 2010).

Johnstown Showcase for Commerce Conference: Johnstown, PA, Represented California

University of PA while building industry and governmental relationships that benefit the University.

(June 3-5, 2010)

PA Middle School TSA (Technology Student Association) Leadership Conference: Served as

judge of the Inventions and Innovations student projects. Hosted at CalU. (February 19, 2010).

Beaver County Educator’s Meeting. Ambridge High School, Ambridge, PA. Presentation to

Beaver County School District teachers discussing & promoting STEM education, robotics &

mechatronics programs at CalU. Oct. 11, 2010.

Pennsylvania Regional STEM Summit. Pittsburgh, PA. Focus on how the region’s technology

industry can affect change within education to address workforce shortages in STEM fields. August

26, 2010.

“PACTEC” PA Career & Technical Education Conference. Lancaster, PA. “Roadmap to Mechatronics.” Presented in partnership with Hi Tech Inc. and FESTO Didactic Learning Systems,

and Mike Amrhein. June 28, 2010.

Franklin Covey Education Summit, Focus on issues in higher education and K-12 schools. (July 29-

30, 2009).

Robo-Business Conference 2009. Roundtable participant with IRobot Co., Tufts University,

Worcester Polytechnic Institute & UMASS to discuss outreach collaboration & STEM education.

Boston, MA. (April 15-16, 2009).

ICE (Industry Collaborating with Education) Meeting. Guest Speaker presentation to industry

guests on Robotics and STEM education at CalU. An overview of Robotics program at California

University of PA. (January 5, 2009).

CalU Engineering Club Presentation. Guest speaker on STEM education, Robotics @ CalU.

January 2009.

Administrative Council Meeting, California University of PA. Presented as guest speaker on

Robotics and STEM education at CalU. An overview of the Robotics program and STEM education

at California University of PA. (September 23, 2008).

PASSHE Board of Governors Meeting, Harrisburg, PA, Presented as guest speaker on Robotics and

STEM education at CalU. An overview of the Robotics program and its success at California

University of PA. July 17, 2008.

2008 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Pittsburgh, PA. Attended and participated in

conference dedicated to all disciplines of Engineering education, teaching methods and networking

with industry. June 22-25, 2008.

Spring Applied Engineering and Technology Conference- California University of Pennsylvania.

Coordinator and recruiting organizer hosting the event to 11 high schools and over 600 student

participants in Robotics, and technology related events. April 24, 2008.

TEAP Educator’s Conference - November 8-11, 2007. Radisson Hotel and Convention Center, Camp Hill, PA, Presented “Robotics @ CalU,” an overview of the Robotics program at California

University of PA. November 8, 2007

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Robo- Dev Conference and Expo 2007 - San Jose, McEnry Convention Center, San Jose, CA. Oct 25-

26, 2007.

Robotics Educators Conference - Butler Community College, Butler, PA. Presented “Robotics @

CalU,” an overview of the Robotics program at California University of PA. (with Mike Donohoe).

August 16-17, 2007

Pittsburgh STEM Summit 2007 - Omni William Penn Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA. Participated in

roundtable discussions on STEM education. August 15, 2007.

Additional Conference Activities:


Computer Information Systems). Reviewer of papers submitted for conference held Las Vegas.

October 1-4, 2014. (May 2014)

SAGE Open Academic Publishing Journal;Paper Reviewer. Peer Reviewer of manuscript entitled

"Knowledge Management: Role of Thought leaders and Junior Academia in Enhancing Research and

Curriculum in Institutions of Higher Technical Education." Sage Open is a world premier open

access outlet for academic research. (July, 2012).

EISTA 2014 Conference- Paper Review Committee. Education and Information Systems,

Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference, July, 2014. (Orlando,

Florida).


Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference, July 19 -22, 2011.

(Orlando, Florida).


Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference. Orlando, Florida. (Jun 29-

Jul 2, 2010).


Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference. Orlando, Florida. (July 10-

13, 2009).


Technologies and Applications. Submitted paper reviewer for conference. Orlando, Florida. (Jun

29- Jul 2, 2008).

SERVICE to the UNIVERSITY (California University of PA)

Program and Curriculum Development: California University Of Pa

Computer Information Systems (CIS) online degree development team (2015)

Ethics and Leadership Course: Developed for approved PSM degree in Cyber Security at CalU,

(Spring 2014)

Mechatronics Engineering Technology B.S. degree. Provided leadership, direction and co-

development of proposal, program and curriculum. Built capacity into program through recruiting

efforts by visiting schools across state and building relationships with teachers, community

colleges and industry, to develop capacity into program. Assisted in coordinating marketing and

promotion efforts of program: 2009- present. (Rodi, Kallis, Amrhein). (Approved and

Implemented, Fall 2013).

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Course: In partnership with the Department of

Business and Economics at CalU. Co-developed/Co-taught with Business faculty, Dr. Richard

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LaRosa. California University of PA. (Implemented/successfully piloted course, Spring 2012).

Entrepreneurial Leadership Certificate Proposal: Developed certificate to complement any

degree program on campus. Worked with Kelly Hunt, Mike Hummel, Gary DeLorenzo.

(Submitted June 2012. Still pending).

Computer Information Systems Curriculum Committee: Providing ongoing curriculum

improvement and departmental course schedule development, while refining courses and materials.

(2010 - present).

Co- Development of Research Institute at CalU: Co-Developed with Kelly Hunt, Mike

Amrhein. The primary goal of the RI is to pursue relevant research opportunities by building the

capacity for non-grant funded projects. The RI provides company sponsors flexibility in directing

their donations towards specific campus projects or activities. Pending approval. (May 23, 2011).

Robotics Engineering Technology Associate degree. Directed successful development and

delivery of 2 year degree program. Directed development of interactive website containing

academic robotics resources and curriculum for post-secondary, high school/middle school

teachers. Built capacity into program through recruiting efforts by visiting high schools across state

and building relationships with teachers. (Implementation, Fall 2009).

Committees: California University of PA

ABET CAC Accreditation for CIS Program at CalU

Information Security Advisory Board (ISAB). Goal of this Advisory Board is to ensure

effective and fair oversight of the information security and risk management practices of the

University. (February 2015-present)

Chair, “CIS” Marketing and Recruitment Committee: California University of PA Faculty

participant involved in promotion of recruitment and retention of students into the CIS program at

CalU. (January 2015 – Present).

Member, Middle States Accreditation Committee: Re-appointed member of team working on

GOAL 1. Compiled report to determine and ensure California University of PA is integrating the

University Mission of “Building Character, Building Careers” into curriculum, programs, and

overall university practices. Developed surveys and provided data to support how well the

university is accomplishing its mission. (Spring 2014 –2015).

Co-Advisor, Mentor: Student CEO Club. The goal is to create culture of entrepreneurship at Cal

U. (2014-present)

Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Engineering Advisory Board. Review

existing programs and competencies, alignment with CalU 4 year programs, industry and

workforce initiatives. (May 2014 - Present).

Program Facilitator, CIS Assessment of Student Learning. Provide year-end reporting on

assessment of student learning for the CIS degree program. (Fall 2011 – present).

Chair, Math, CS and CIS Part Time Faculty Hiring Committee. Review and select qualified

candidates to serve as adjunct faculty. (Fall 2013 – Present).

Chair, Math, CS and CIS Part Time Faculty Evaluation Committee. Review and evaluate

adjunct faculty. (Fall 2013 – Present).

Chair, Senior Project Marketing and Planning Committee: Provide leadership, guidance,

planning and implementation of annual Technology Senior Project Symposium and Networking

Event. The event is designed to showcase student led technology capstone projects. California

University of PA. (February 2013 – Present).

Member, “The American Democracy” Advisory Board: The goal is to produce graduates who

are committed to being active, involved citizens in their communities, (February 2013-present).

Member, Career Services “5” Year Review Committee: Overall review and evaluation of

Career Services Department, outcomes and activities at CalU. (February 2013-Present).

Member, Entrepreneurship and Leadership Center/Student Incubator (ELC/SI) Advisory

Board: California University of PA. (January 2013 – Present).

Member, CIS/CS Senior Luncheon Committee: CalU. (December 2012 – Present). Member, Leadership Steering Committee, California University of PA: (Dec 2012 – present)

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Member, Continuous Improvement/Cost Reduction Committee: Participating member of

committee formed to meet and discuss ways of improving efficiencies and cost cutting across the

CalU campus. (Sept. 2012 to Present).

APSCUF Executive Council Alternate delegate

Chair, 5 Year Faculty Evaluation Committee: Reviewed tenured faculty member Professor

Paul Sible. Served as Chair and coordinator of tenure committee for five-year review. California

University of PA. (2011-2012).

Member, 5 Year Faculty Evaluation Committee: Reviewed tenured faculty member, Dr. Gina

Boff. Served as evaluator of tenured faculty member for five- year review. California University

of PA (Fall 2012-Spring 2013).

EISTA Conference Paper Review Committee. Education and Information Systems,

Technologies and Applications. Submitted conference paper reviewer. Orlando, Florida. (2008 -

2011, 2014-present).

Member, “CIS” External Advisory Board for Accreditation: California University of PA.

(2007 – Present).

APSCUF Labor Council Delegate

Member, Leadership Studies Advisory Board: Participating member in defining the direction

and vision of the Leadership Studies Minor. (2011 – Present).

Member, CalU Mechatronics Advisory Committee: Mechatronics B.S. Degree Advisory Board

Committee Member. California University of PA. (2011 – Present).

Member, CIS Part Time Faculty Hiring Committee. Review and select qualified candidates to

serve as adjunct faculty. (November 2010 – Present).

Department Program Facilitator, CIS Assessment of Student Learning. Provide year-end

reporting on assessment of student learning for the CIS degree program. (Fall 2010 – present).

Member, CIS Curriculum Committee: California University of PA. (2010 – Present).

Member, General Education Committee: Represented College of Science and Technology.

California University of PA. (2010 – 2011).

Member, CalU Career Services “Career Advantage” Advisory Board: California University of

PA. Faculty participant working with employers to develop pathway to employment for students.

Build relationships between Industry and University to develop job opportunities with industry

partners and develop models to meet employer’s needs. Attend bi-annual meetings in August and

January. (2008–Present).

Member, CalU for Life Networking Committee: Serve as a faculty member to network and

facilitate discussion around campus goals and activities and to strengthen campus relationships and

provide open communication across campus constituents. (2010 – 2012).

Member, Eastern Westmoreland CTC Mechatronics Occupational Advisory Board: (2010 –

Present).

Member, Search Committee for Executive Director of the Entrepreneurship/Leadership Center: Participated as Search Committee member involved in selection, interviewing and hiring

of Executive Director. Successfully hired Executive Director. (Oct. – Nov., 2010).

Member, Pittsburgh Public Schools, Science and Technology Academy Advisory Board:

Computers & Connections (C&C) Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) member. Provide

recommendations to update, modify, expand, and improve the quality of the program. Support and

strengthen the relationship between industry, community and education. (2010 to Present).

Member, Community College of Allegheny County Mechatronics Advisory Committee:

Mechatronics Advisory Board Member. Attend advisory board meetings. (2010 – Present).

Member, “Rockin’ Robots on the Road” with Carnegie Science Center Developmental Team: Played key role in design, development, production and launch/implementation of program.

Involves at least ninety K-8 schools across 5 states engaging 50,000 students in STEM awareness

and education. The program displays CalU signage on truck and throughout presentation. (Five

year project began fall, 2010).

Member, “CIS” Marketing and Recruitment Committee: California University of PA Faculty

participant involved in promotion of recruitment and retention of students into the CIS program at

CalU. (2006 – Present).

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Member, CalU Mobile Computing Development Team (CalU Fusion): Assisted in identifying

mobile web interface and mobile applications that California University of PA would develop for

use in Academic, Social, Administration, and Infrastructure. (2010 to 2012).

Member, Regional Career Education Partnership Network: Westmoreland Community

College. Committee member working with workforce agencies to provide pathways to skilled

employment. (2008 – 2010).

Member, Search Committee for Director of Information Technology Security: Chosen by

Executive Management to serve on search committee. Successfully completed search with

September 2009 hiring of Director of IT Security. (2009).

Member, PA STEM Design Team Initiative: Developed regional STEM initiatives to enhance

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math skills in education and the workforce. (2008 – 2013).

Member, BEST IP Advisory Board: “Business and Education Stakeholders in Technology

Industry Partnership.” State funded partnership with Workforce Investment Boards providing

training to incumbent workers, generate jobs in local economy, keep talent in area, and improve

education programs in technology and beyond. (2008 – Present).

Member, “ICE” Advisory Board: “Industry Collaborating with Education”. Met with industry

to develop partnerships in educational development and pathways for employment. (2008–2011).

Member, Executive Search Committee Vice President for Information Technology: Chosen

by President and Executive Vice President to serve on Executive search committee. Successfully

completed search with hiring of VP for Information Technology. (2008)

Accreditation and Program Leadership: California University of PA

- Chair, Part time faculty hiring committee

- Chair, Part time faculty evaluation committee

- Chair, CIS Marketing and Recruitment - ABET Symposium on continuous quality improvement and ABET Accreditation. Atlanta, GA.

(April 2015)

- ABET CAC Accreditation Leader for CIS Program at CalU (beginning, Fall 2015)

-Member, Middle States Accreditation Committee: Re-appointed member of team working on

GOAL 1. Compiled report to determine and ensure California University of PA is integrating the

University Mission of “Building Character, Building Careers” into curriculum, programs, and overall

university practices. Developed surveys and provided data to support how well the university is

accomplishing its mission. (Spring 2014 –2015)

- ABET IDEAL Scholar. ABET Accreditation Assessment training. Certificate as an ABET Scholar.

(Jan 4-8, 2011)

-Member, “CIS” ABET CAC Accreditation Team: (2010–present). Achieved “Perfect” ABET

accreditation review (“0” deficiencies,”0” weaknesses, “0” concerns) resulting in an award of a 6

year accreditation for the CIS program. Personal Contributions: Revision to CIS brochure and

CIS Program Sheet, Updated CIS course syllabi, Revised mapping of pre-requisites to CIS courses,

updated CIS Advisement sheet, Assembled course samples, displays for Accreditation visit,

collaborated on Self-Study, Created CIS Rubric Descriptors (which was listed as a concern from the

prior review) participated in ABET interviews. California University of PA. (October 2011)

-Member, “CIS” External Advisory Board for ABET CAC Accreditation: California University of

PA. Provide guidance and support for accreditation of the CIS degree program. (2006 – Present)

-Redesign and update of “CIS” Information Sheet at CalU. Responsible for redesign and

information update to CIS information sheet. Successfully submitted and approved for accreditation

in November 2010

-Member, Middle States Accreditation Committee: Member of team working on GOAL 1.

Determine and ensure California University of PA is integrating the University Mission of “Building

Character, Building Careers” into curriculum, programs, and overall university practices. Developed

surveys and provided data to support how well the university is accomplishing its mission. (2008 –

2009)

Partnerships, Proposals and Planning: California University of PA

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Industry Partnership Building (ongoing): Meet with industry representatives to develop

ongoing mutually beneficial relationships that results in jobs and internships for students, as well as

donations to the university.

Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center Meeting: Participated in onsite meeting to discuss

possible partnership opportunities. (August 8, 2013). CalUStudent Leadership Recognition Program Proposal: Developed program to complement

any degree program on campus. Gives students opportunity to earn leadership recognition by

participating in a wide variety of leadership-minded activities. Developed with Rhonda Gifford,

Mike Amrhein. (Submitted June 2013. Pending approval).


Conducted three informative presentations to the delegation while representing university and its

programs. (June 13, 2013).

BS in Mechatronics Engineering Technology. Co-authored New Program Proposal with John

Kallis and Mike Amrhein. (2010). Proposal accepted and degree implemented. (Fall 2013).

Co- development of Research Institute at CalU, with Kelly Hunt, Mike Amrhein. The primary

goal of the RI is to pursue relevant research opportunities by building the capacity for non-grant

funded projects. The RI provides company sponsors flexibility in directing donations towards

specific campus projects or activities. (Approved, pending implementation, May 23, 2011).

Co-development of $1 million white-paper appropriations proposal with Colette Marchesini of

GSP Consulting to Congressman Mark Critz for continuation of National Center for Robotics

Engineering and Technology Education (NCRETE) center activities (submitted, not funded 2011)

Co-development of $1.6 million Senate Appropriations proposal with Colette Marchesini of

GSP Consulting for submission to Senator Robert P. Casey for Cal U of PA Workforce

Curriculum- (NCRETE) National Center for Robotics Engineering and Technology Education

(submitted, not funded) 2011.

Co-developed a partnership with Siemens entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). Under the MOU, CalU and Siemens Technik Akademie Berlin agree to cooperate through



certifications.com/content/0/6/7/1923/5565/. (May 2010).

Carnegie Science Center of Pittsburgh Roboworld Partnership: Co-developed 2 year

partnership promoting Robotics STEM through free workshops for student/teacher development.

Partnership included extensive CalU signage throughout Carnegie Science Center. (Spring 2009)

Industry in the Classroom Initiative: Developed in partnership with Career Services and

University Development. By leveraging industry partnerships, invite company representatives who

are university alumni into classrooms as a guest speaker for content expertise and recruitment to

build ongoing relationships with alumni employers.

University “In-reach” Initiative: Build relationships and bridge across campus departments to

combine efforts in grant writing, joint curriculum, sharing of resources, co-teaching, joint projects,

and engaging industry in partnering with CalU. Attend ongoing meetings with Development to

build strategies and strengthen these relationships.

Campus Related Service Activities: California University of PA Academic Open House: Represented Math, CS and IS Department for program recruitment.

California University of PA, California, PA. (March 21, 2015)

Information Security Advisory Board (ISAB) meeting. (February 27, 2015)

Career Services “Career Advantage” Advisory Board Meeting: California University of PA.

Bi-annual meeting and break-out sessions with employers to develop strategies of employment for

students. Build relationships to develop internships with industry partners and develop models to

meet employer’s needs. Kara Alumni House. California University of PA. (January 21, 2015)

Academic Open House: Represented Math, CS and IS Department for program recruitment.

California University of PA, California, PA. (September 13, 2014)

Career Services “Career Advantage” Advisory Board Meeting: California University of PA. Bi-annual meeting and break-out sessions with employers to develop strategies for employment for

students. Build relationships to develop internships with industry partners and develop models to

meet employer’s needs. Kara Alumni House. California University of PA. (August 20, 2014)



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Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Engineering Advisory Board Meeting: Review existing programs and competencies, alignment with industry/workforce initiatives. Also,

provide recruitment into CalU programs. CCAC South Campus. (May 15, 2014).

Eastern Westmoreland CTC Mechatronics (STEM) Advisory Board Meeting. (May 1, 2014).

“CIS” External Advisory Board Meeting. California University of PA. Participated in advisory

board activities for ongoing CIS degree accreditation guidance and senior project group

assessment. (May 2, 2014).

Senior Awards Luncheon. Attended representing Math, CS and CIS Department. CalU. (May 1,

2014).

“CIS” Senior Project Presentations Event. California University of PA. Participated in review

of CIS student capstone projects. (April 25, 2014).

Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO) Fundraising and Networking Dinner. SAI

Farm House, California University of PA. (April 17, 2014).

Alumni Reception. Networking and recruiting for CalU. Restaurant ECHO, Cranberry, PA.

(April 16, 2014).

“American Democracy Project.” Attended presentation by Dr. Alan Abramowitz titled

“Partisan, Sorted, and Polarized: The New American Electorate,” and luncheon honoring Dr. Alan

Abramowitz at Kara Alumni House. California University of PA. (April 15, 2014)


California University of PA, California, PA. (April 5, 2014).


Participated in Bi-annual meeting and break-out sessions with employers to develop strategies for

employment for students. Build relationships between Industry and University to develop

internships with industry partners and develop models to meet employer’s needs. Kara Alumni

House. California University of PA. (January 21, 2014).


California University of PA, California, PA. (March 6, 2014).

Fall Discovery Day: represented Math, CS and IS Department for recruitment into programs.

Meet with prospective students and parents. California University of PA. (November 2, 2013).

US Steel Corporation Industry Relationship Meeting: Participated in industry meeting with

U.S. Steel to maintain ongoing academic relations and to expand on an existing partnership

resulting in jobs and internships for students, as well as donations to the university. Hosted HR

and Management individuals as guest speakers in classrooms. California University of PA,

California, PA. (October 17, 2013).

Undergraduate Research Campus Engagement Meeting. Met with Dr. Stan Komacek and Dr.

Summer Arrigo-Nelson to discuss collaborative plans for undergraduate student engagement at

CalU. California University of PA. October 7, 2013.

CalU Career Job Fair. Participated in hosting over 50 companies at the California University

Campus. Assisted Career Services in planning and industry engagement. Attended lunch meeting

to discuss ongoing plans for student internships, full time employment, and industry participation

with university. October 10, 2013.

CalU Faculty and Staff Convocation. Attended August 29, 2013.


Participated in Bi-annual meeting and break-out sessions with employers to develop strategies for

employment for students. Build relationships between Industry and University to develop

internships with industry partners and develop models to meet employer’s needs. Kara Alumni

House. California University of PA. (August 21, 2013).

Range Resources “To the Pointe” Networking Event. Represented California University of PA

while meeting with business leaders, local and state government officials. Southpointe Golf Club.

Canonsburg, PA. Jun 20, 2013.


Conducted three informative presentations to the delegation while representing University and its

programs. (June 13, 2013). CalU Entrepreneurial Leadership Center Advisory Board Meeting. California University of

PA. May 31, 2013.

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“CIS” External Advisory Board Meeting. California University of PA. Met with advisory board

members for ongoing CIS degree accreditation guidance and senior project group assessment.

May 13, 2013.

Eastern Westmoreland CTC Mechatronics (STEM) Advisory Board Meeting. May 2, 2013.

U.S. Steel Conference Call: Ongoing relationship building efforts with U.S. Steel. Planning

classroom visits, on-campus recruiting, internships and employment. (July 29, 2013).






California University of PA, California, PA. (February 18, 2013).

U.S. Steel Conference Call: Ongoing relationship building efforts with U.S. Steel. Planning

classroom visits, on-campus recruiting, internships and employment. (February 8, 2013).

Discovery Day: represented Math, CS and IS Department for prospective visiting students and

parents. California University of PA. (November 3, 2012).

Mission Day XIV: Attendance and panel session participation. (October 24, 2012).

Academic Open House: represented Math, CS and IS Department for prospective visiting students

and parents. California University of PA. (October 8, 2012).

US Steel Corporation Industry Relationship Meeting: Participated in industry meeting with

U.S. Steel to develop better academic relations and to expand on an existing partnership resulting

in jobs and internships for students, as well as donations to the university. California University of

PA, California, PA. (September 27, 2012).

Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation STEM Event at CONSOL Center: Pittsburgh, PA.

Represented California University of PA during STEM activities for kids. (August 19, 2012).

“CIS” External Advisory Board Meeting. California University of PA. Met with advisory board

members for ongoing CIS degree accreditation guidance. April 30, 2012

Academic Open House: Represented Math, CS and IS department for program recruitment.

California University of PA, California, PA. (February 20, 2012)

Discovery Day; represented Math, CS and IS Department for prospective visiting students and

parents. California University of PA. (November 5, 2011).

Google Meeting: Participated in industry meeting to develop academic partnership. California

University of PA, California, PA. (October 27, 2011)

Academic Open House: Represented Math, CS and IS department for program recruitment.

California University of PA, California, PA. (April 9, 2011)

2010 Annual Meeting of the Allegheny Conference on Community Development: Pittsburgh,

PA. Attended with goal to network and build partnerships with industry to build a pathway to

employment for students. (November 10, 2010).

Green Energy Networking Event: California University of PA. Attended a CalU sponsored

event to network with local employers and to build a pathway to student employment. (November

18, 2010).

Marcellus Shale Resource Group Meetings: California University of PA. Met with

representatives from Marcellus Shale Gas Industry to discuss workforce issues, training, and

curriculum. (2008-2012).

Mission Day XII: CalU. Attendance and panel session participation. (October 6, 2010).

Carnegie Science Center of Pittsburgh Roboworld Partnership Meetings: Co-developed 2

year partnership promoting Robotics STEM through free workshops for student/teacher

development. Partnership included extensive CalU signage throughout Carnegie Science Center.

(Spring 2009)

Career Services Student Networking Dinners: Facilitator and participant in developing and

reinforcing student networking and social skills. (2008-Present)

Southwestern PA Marcellus Shale Meeting: California University of PA. Organized, hosted and

facilitated forum involving gas industry, academic, community, economic development, and political participants. (May 7, 2009).

2009 Johnstown Showcase for Commerce: Johnstown, PA, Represented California University of

PA while building industry relationships that benefit the University. (May 28-29, 2009).

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2008 Johnstown Showcase for Commerce: Johnstown, PA, Represented California University of

PA, while building industry relationships that benefit the University. (May 29-30, 2008).

Pentagon Meeting. Washington D.C.: Meeting at Pentagon with Chief of Joint Robotics, Ellen

Purdy, to discuss STEM robotics initiatives, funding, and robotics at CalU. (May 12, 2009).

NASA Wallops Island Meeting: Attended and participated in meeting with Director of NASA,

Wallops Island facility and other universities. PASSHE Headquarters, Dixon Hall, Harrisburg, PA.

(Nov 21, 2008).

California Rotary Meeting: Guest speaker on STEM education and activities at California

University of PA. (October 21, 2008).

Other Meetings:

Southpointe CEO Annual Member’s Meeting: Annual member’s dinner meeting, to network

and discuss economic development and progress in Washington County, PA. (March 10, 2015)

Legislative Lunch Meeting with PA Senator Kim Ward: Relationship building with CalU.

Greensburg, PA. (December 3, 2012).

West Virginia STEM Meeting: Discussed STEM collaboration, shared, ideas to help grow

STEM partnerships and promotion. Met with Superintendent of Garrett County Schools,

WVU Officials, Economic Development, Potomac State College Provost Len Colelli, and

faculty. Keyser, WV. (July 18, 2012). Patton-Boggs Government Affairs Agency meetings: Participated in Washington D.C. meetings

at the State Department, Office of Naval Research, “Change the Equation” with CEO Linda Rosen

and other D.C. agencies with goal of building relationships & identifying alternate funding for

CalU grant activities. (December 20-22, 2011).

Southpointe Marcellus Shale Industry Meeting. Met with Oil and Gas industry executives and

state and local representatives to discuss opportunities from industry activities. (October 3, 2011).

Patton-Boggs Government Affairs Agency meetings: Participated in Washington D.C. meetings

at the White House, Department of Education and Congressional and Senate offices in regards to

alternate funding sources for CalU grant activities. (September 23-24, 2011).

PASSHE Advocacy meeting at CalU with Executive Vice Chancellor Peter Garland and Vice

Chancellor for Human Resources Gary Dent. Discussed faculty participation in the PASSHE

Advocacy Campaign. (Jan 31, 2011)

PA Marcellus Shale Workforce Forum Meeting: Met with Industry and Workforce agencies to

discuss economic, regional and educational challenges and successes around Marcellus Shale Gas

Industry initiatives in Pennsylvania. Altoona, PA. (December 8, 2009).

Community College of Allegheny County (CCAC) Robotics Intelligent Systems Advisory

Board Meeting: Review existing programs and competencies, alignment with industry and

workforce initiatives. (Fall 2009).

Westmoreland Community College: Attended Economic Development meeting to discuss

workforce initiatives for Western Pennsylvania region. (November 25, 2008).

Attend Southpointe CEO Meetings to discuss economic development and progress in

Washington County, PA. (May 2009 - Present)

Participate in ongoing regional industry visits promoting programs, internships and encouraging

partnerships with California University of PA. (Spring 2007 to Present)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT – California University of PA

ABET Symposium on continuous quality improvement and ABET Accreditation. Atlanta, GA.

(April 2015)

“D2L” (Desire to Learn) LMS training 5 week course & certification for online delivery. (April

2015)

“Workforce Answers” 4-part training through Office of Social Equity: (completed April 02,

2015)

First Year Seminar Training: Training for freshman teaching and engagement, (August 2014)

Degree Works Faculty Training: Training on advisement and degree management software,

(July 14, 2014)

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2014 IBM Enterprise Systems Educator Seminar and Conference. Educator training seminar

and workshop on developing curriculum on competitive skills using the latest industry-standard

business software, systems, and tools. Robert Morris University. (June 2-4, 2014)

Faculty Professional Development “Tenure” Workshop. California University of PA.

Received certificate for workshop attendance. (September 23, 2013)

Grant Writers Webinar: “Writing Winning Proposals.” Additional training on grant

writing and proposal preparation presented by Hanover Research. (July 18, 2013)

SIEMENS Educator PLC Training. California University of PA. Certificate. (June 4-6,

2013)

Entrepreneurial Style Leadership for the 21st Century. Robert Morris University

Southpointe Leadership Institute. Certificate. (Oct. 9, 16, and 23, 2012) SMART Classroom Training: Attended on campus training for SMART classroom technology at

CalU. Listed as campus Smart Classroom trainer. (Fall, 2011)

Emerging Leaders in Higher Education, Atlanta, GA. Higher -Ed Academic Leadership

workshop conducted by Academic Impressions. (June 18-19, 2012)

“D2L” (Desire to Learn) LMS training certification for online delivery. Certificate awarded,

May 2011.

ABET IDEAL Scholar Training Workshop. ABET Accreditation Assessment training.

Certificate of completion as an ABET Scholar. (January 4-8, 2011)

Faculty Professional Development “Tenure” Workshop California University of PA.

Certificate. (Sept 20, 2011).

Tenure Track Mentor/Mentee Workshops. Attendance and participation in workshops for

tenure track faculty development. California University of PA. (January –April 2011)

Tenure Track Mentor/Mentee Workshops. Attendance and participation in workshops for

tenure track faculty development. California University of PA. (September – December 2010)

Faculty Professional Development “Tenure” Workshop California University of PA. Received

certificate for workshop attendance. ( September 23, 2010)

Faculty Professional Development “New Faculty Orientation” Workshop. California

University of PA. Received certificate for workshop attendance. (August 24-26, 2010)

Franklin Covey, 7 Habits for Highly Effective People Workshop, Leadership Training.

(January 12-15, 2010)

University of Pittsburgh, Katz Business School, MBA Essentials, Certificate. (February 2010–

April 2010)

University of Pittsburgh, Katz Business School, “Cross Organizational Influence,” Certificate.

(December 3, 2009)

University of Pittsburgh, Katz Business School, “Coaching for Top Performance,” Certificate.

(Nov 11, 2009)

Tech Transfer and Commercialization Training Workshop. Training workshop on awareness

of intellectual property ownership and rights at CalU. Certificate. (March 18, 2009).

Developing Productive Teams Workshop. Collaboration and team building including evaluating

group roles and behavior, assessing team building skills, improving group performance, and

assigning tasks to capitalize on skills of group members. California University of Pennsylvania.

Certificate. (September, 19, 2008)

SCID- THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY. Completion of 40 hours of instruction in Systematic

Curriculum and Instructional Development. Certificate. (April 7-11, 2008)

DACUM – THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY. Completion of 40 hours of instruction in skills

required coordinating and facilitating DACUM occupational and skill set gap analysis. Certificate.

(Mar 31 - April 4, 2008)

Blackboard I & II – LMS training workshop and certification conducted by (FPDC) Faculty

Professional Development Committee at California University of Pennsylvania. Certificate. (2006)

OUTREACH and CONSULTING: California University of PA

-CalU Take Your Child to Work Day STEM Robotics Activity. Conducted STEM robotics

workshop for ages 8-18. California University of PA. (April 16, 2013)

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-Mineral County STEM Festival: Conducted STEM activities for general public attendees of all ages,

to generate interest in STEM in WV. Potomac State College, Keyser, WV. (March 23, 2013).

-PA Girls STEM Academies: Conducted STEM workshop for middle and high school girls and their

mothers using robotics as a STEM learning organizer. PASSHE Dixon Center, Harrisburg, PA,

(April 14, 2012).

-SMART Classroom Trainer: Campus trainer for SMART classroom technology at CalU. (Fall,

2011 - present).

-Boy Scouts Camporee: California University of PA. STEM workshop, “Get Wired,” computer

networking and introduction to programming workshop with Lisa Kovalchick. (May 14, 2011).

-CalU Youth Tour STEM Outreach: Organized a STEM robotics workshop with Westmoreland

Fayette Private Industry Council for low income middle school students from Westmoreland County

Schools. Private Industry Council headquarters. Greensburg, PA. (July 14, 2010).

-CalU Youth Tour STEM Outreach: Organized a day camp with Westmoreland Fayette Private

Industry Council for 18 low income high school students from Westmoreland County Schools.

Included presentation from Admissions, campus tour, lunch, and afternoon STEM robotics

workshop. California University of PA. (June 17, 2010).

-CalU Youth Tour STEM Outreach: Organized a day camp with Westmoreland Fayette Private

Industry Council for 28 low income high school students from Westmoreland County Schools.

Included was a presentation from Admissions, campus tour, lunch, and STEM robotics workshop.

California University of PA. (June 15, 2009).

-Performed DACUM skills set analysis: for 7 Pittsburgh based companies to define worker skill sets,

job descriptions, and training needs with Mike Amrhein. Pittsburgh, PA. (November 2010).

-Performed DACUM skills set analysis: for RedZone Robotics with Mike Donohoe. Lawrenceville,

PA. (July 2008).

-CalU “Rockin Robots” Activity Tent: Provided interactive STEM-based activities for students

grades 1-8 with Carnegie Science Center, California University of PA. (October 18, 2010).

-Robotics Teacher STEM Training Workshops: Assisted in facilitating workshops using Robotics

as a learning organizer for middle school, high school, CTC and community college teachers with

Mike Amrhein. California University of PA. (2007- 2011).

-Robotics Student Summer and Weekend Workshops (Carnegie Science Center and multiple

locations throughout Western PA): Hosted and participated in free Robotics based activities for

grades K-12 using Robotics as a STEM learning organizer with Mike Amrhein, (2007– 2011).

-Conducted Robotics STEM Outreach: Guest speaker to K-12 audience and families at NIE awards

ceremony hosted by Herald Standard newspaper. Conducted STEM robotics workshop after

ceremony. Uniontown, PA. (Feb 2009).

-Participated as a judge in D.O.E. Real World Design Challenge promoting STEM. California

University of PA. (Spring 2009).

-NCRETE Center Outreach and Training workshops: Aggressively expanded robotics STEM

summer camps, weekend workshops and trainings at CalU, Roboworld, and off site locations. At the

beginning of the effort, 372 teachers, students 1901, and 257 school districts, were involved in

various outreach and training activities. In comparison, next phase of training numbers were teachers

596, students 2834, and school districts at 258. In the final phase, teachers 526, students 3707, and

schools 331. (Rodi, Amrhein). California University of PA. (2007-2011).

AWARDS and RECOGNITION: California University of PA CalU Grant Writer Recognition Award: Recognized for continued grant writing activities.

California University of PA. (November, 2011).

Nominated for 2011 Presidential Gala Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching: (October

24, 2011).

CalU Grant Writer Recognition Award: California University of PA. Recognized for grant

writing success in securing $617,000 in grants. (November 17, 2010).

“Million Dollar Achiever,” Grant Writer Recognition Award: California University of PA

Office of Grants and Contracts. California University of PA. (November, 2009). CalU Council of Trustees Meeting. Honored guest of President of California University of PA,

for achievements with the Robotics program and STEM engagement. (Sept 3, 2008).

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PASSHE Board of Governors Meeting. Presented as invited guest speaker on Robotics,

Mechatronics and STEM education at CalU. An overview of the Robotics and Mechatronics

programs. Recognized for STEM success at California University of PA. Harrisburg, PA. (July

17, 2008).

Robert Morris University (2002-2008) Adjunct Professor –multiple class sections with highly rated teaching evaluations

University Of Pittsburgh at Greensburg (2007 – 2009) Adjunct Professor- teaching multiple course sections

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE:

USAIRWAYS, Inc., Pittsburgh, PA (1987- 2005) Worked in various permanent, deployed positions at multiple levels

C.A.M. Instrumentation (1985-1986) Outside Technical Sales Representative

Redesigned and managed the sales and service program, established customer accounts and relationships

National Mine Service (1983-1984) Service Technician including on-site installation and repair

Union Switch and Signal (1980-1982)

Research and Development Engineering Technician for development/testing of rail transportation based projects.

Repair and calibration of electronic test equipment and maintenance of industrial production equipment

COMMUNITY SERVICE:

Derry Area Historical Society (2017 – present) – Member and volunteer

Pittsburgh Mediation Services (2000-2002)

Volunteer Mediator trained in conflict management

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