EDUCATION

Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL
EdD Program: (Educational Leadership) 2007 – present
(2 chapters remain for dissertation)

Western Illinois University, Macomb, IL
C.A.S. Level: (Superintendent Endorsement) 2007

Concordia University of Chicago, River Forest, IL.
C. A.S. Level: Ed Leadership (General Admin Endorsement Type 75) 2000

Concordia University of Chicago, River Forest, IL
Master of Arts in Education – (Guidance & Counseling Endorsement Type 73) 1978

Concordia University of Chicago, River Forest, IL
Bachelor of Arts in Education – Math I Social Studies / Curriculum (Type 03) 1975

U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, CT
Nautical Science, Engineering, Officer Training (Transferred to Concordia) 1971

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION INVOLVEMENT

MEMBERSHIPS:
Phi Kappa Phi, Academic Honorary Society
Golden Key Honorary Society
Illinois Association of School Administrators
Illinois Association of School Business Officials
Association of School Business Officials - International
Previously on International Committee for Professional Development
Illinois Principals Association
National Association of Secondary School Principals
National Association of College Admission Counseling

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS:
ISU Statewide “CONNECTIONS” Conference
“Contributing to the Core" 2007
Explored the results and implications of research on initiatives in applied science and
their contribution to student performance on standardized tests
"Time and Project Management" 2006
Discussed strategies for enhancing personal productivity, conquering procrastination,
and project management
"Lighting the Way to Algebra" & "Organization in the PALM of Your Hand" 2004
Explored the use of technology to enhance instructional delivery for teaching Algebra
Demonstrated the use of PDAs for school teachers and administrators

PUBLICATIONS:
National Association for Campus Activities: PROGRAMMING MAGAZINE
"Time Management"
Interviewed leaders in government, health care, business and education regarding their efforts to manage their time most effectively
"Conquering Procrastination"
Explored the body of knowledge surrounding practical ways to avoid procrastination
"Juried Art Shows"
Presented a "how to" look at developing Juried Art and Craft Exhibitions and Shows