Velda Arnaud's Curriculum Vitae

Velda Arnaud, Ph.D.
Pendleton, OR 97801
veldaa@gmail.com

CURRICULUM VITAE
Updated January 2015

Leader and researcher of educational technologies, community service, generational outreach, digital divide, professional development, leadership, and community college improvement

Avid, life-long learner dedicated to the research and college-level instruction of educational technologies, course delivery tools, electronic pedagogies, service learning, and business practices in the networked world
Long history as a dedicated undergraduate instructor within two-year, four-year, and career/technical programs
Commitment to motivating students to find their passions and reach their potential
Devotion to increasing access to education and improve student success through my research, professional development, community service, and instruction
Extensive volunteer service with leadership development and youth service organizations, such as the Phi Theta Kappa honor society and the Boy Scouts of America

Core Competencies

Organized • Analytical • Numerically competent • Attentive to details
Manage conflict • Problem solver • Logical • Researcher
Time and project management • Manage multiple projects
Productive • Efficient • Meet deadlines • Outstanding technical skills
Effective and energetic presenter • Strong oral and written communicator
Leader • Team collaboration • Supervisor • Coach • Mentor
Empathetic • Patient • Listener • Global competence

Education

Walden University, Ph.D., 2013

Major: Education, Community College Leadership
Dissertation: Arnaud, Velda, 2013, Institutionalized Community College Service Learning to Promote Engagement

University of Oregon, M.A., 1991

Major: Education, Instructional Technology
Thesis: Arnaud, Velda, 1991, The Educational Significance of Simulation Games

University of Oregon, B.A., 1983

Major: Mathematics and German (dual)
Study abroad 1 year: Universität Tübingen, West Germany

Southwestern Oregon Community College, 1980

Undergraduate transfer coursework

Administrative Experience

Advisory Board, Feb. 2009 – present
Millennial Associates LLC

Provide ongoing client strategy service for a technology consulting company
Leverage partnerships and resources within educational technology and media, distance and online learning, professional development, program design and evaluation, and institutional technology infrastructure

Executive Director, Dec. 2013 – present
Lead Educate Serve Society

Developed the non-profit organization
Mentor and support members
Market the organization and its services
Provide trainings and workshops
Encourage people to join the Society and commit to providing ongoing personal and professional develop to members of their communities

Regional Coordinator, May 2009 – July 2013
Phi Theta Kappa International - Rocky Mountain Cascade Region

Coordinated student activities within the honor society’s region, which included 25 chapters within Oregon, Idaho, and Utah
Advised an officer team of six students from chapters within the region
Mentored and trained faculty on Society policies
Developed and monitored regional budget, annual plans, and goal completion
Visited sites and assisted with program development and resolving issues

Faculty Technology Specialist, June 2010 – Feb.2012
Lane Community College, Academic Technology
(Joint appointment with Business Department and faculty instruction responsibilities)

Led the award-winning open educational resources faculty fellowship
Provided leadership, training, and technical support to college faculty, high school teachers, and staff
Specialized in trainings and presentations on open educational resources, Blackboard Collaborate, Moodle, and college high school partners’ adoption of educational technologies for college success
Visited sites, developed relationships, provided customized training, managed projects, and produced reports

Chapter Advisor, Sept. 2005 – Jan. 2011; June 2012 - Feb. 2013
Phi Theta Kappa International – Sigma Zeta Chapter

Coordinated student activities within the honor society chapter
Organized and presented leadership and skill workshops for students and campus personnel
Managed multiple projects while supervising and mentoring student leaders
Facilitated Phi Theta Kappa instructional programs on campus
Provided guidance regarding Society and campus policies
Fostered partnerships between student leaders, campus departments, and organizations within the community
Received international awards for Top 25 chapter in 2009 and 2008; top 100 chapter from 2007-2010

Open Educational Resources Committee Lead, Jan. 2010 – Feb. 2012
Lane Community College

Introduced professional development tools and open courseware modules for Lane Community College faculty
Guided campus dialogue and action on online course material
Fostered partnerships between faculty in different departments
Resolved difficult situations through mutual problem solving

Leadership Council, Jan. 2010 – Feb. 2012
MERLOT

Advised members of the council on issues related to open education resources and the community college
Liaison between MERLOT and the campus
Produced reports and presented at conferences

Adult Leader, Aug. 1998 – Aug. 2010
Boy Scouts of America, Oregon Trail Council

Major positions held: Scoutmaster, Troop Committee Chair, Dean of the Commissioner Training Program (College of Commissioner Science), Cub Scout Day Camp Director, Venture Crew Assistant Advisor
Developed and oversaw district budgets

College Now High School Teacher Training Group Lead, Jan. 2009 – June 2009
Lane Community College

Campus Hiring Committee, 2006, 2013
Lane Community College

Online Teaching and Learning Research Project, Sept. 2005 – June 2006
Lane Community College

Associate Program Director, Aug. 2002 – Mar. 2004
Pioneer Pacific College – Springfield, OR Campus

Taught business and general education courses
Supervised, mentored, and evaluated 2 full-time and 10 part-time faculty
Chartered a Phi Beta Lambda chapter and served as the advisor
Wrote faculty handbooks and instruction manuals
Developed curriculum

Delivery Systems Coordinator, Feb. 1986 – June 1997
University of Oregon, Oregon Career Information System – Eugene, OR

Developed, coordinated, and analyzed multiple projects
Supervised and evaluated 1 full-time and 10 part-time employees
Coordinated projects between K-12, educational school districts, community colleges, and local agencies
Visited sites and conducted trainings on information systems and emerging technologies
Allocated resources, developed budgets, and produced summative reports
Wrote and published training manuals, participant guides, and technical aids

International Study Abroad Liaison, Aug. 1982 – June 1983
Universität Tübingen – West Germany

Fostered partnerships between local agencies and exchange students
Provided support and guidance for exchange students
Collaborated with international director in another city

Financial Analyst Secretary, Feb. 1976 – Sept. 1978
Coos County Courthouse – Coquille, OR

Developed and managed human resources systems
Prepared and monitored county budget
Conducted internal audits
Assisted county commissioners with projects
Assisted county counsel with legal projects

Teaching Experience

Instructor, Sept. 2014 – present
Blue Mountain Community College, Business Technologies Department

Teach online, traditional, and hybrid courses
Develop leadership and business classes
Assist with academic technology and website
Train student leaders
Connect students with community through work experience and service-learning opportunities
Assist on campus-wide committees

Instructor, June 2013 – Sept. 2014
Lane Community College, Business Department

Taught online, traditional, and hybrid courses part time
Participated as a member of faculty inquiry group and hiring committees
Assisted and supported grant applications working with Academic Technologies

Instructor, Sept. 2009 – June 2013
Lane Community College, Business Department

Taught online, traditional, and hybrid courses full time
Developed course curriculum and participated on campus-wide projects

Instructor, June 2004 – Aug. 2009
Lane Community College, Business Department

Taught online, traditional, and hybrid courses part time
Worked with high school teachers and College Now articulation agreements
Marketed the department at career fairs and during high school presentations
Wrote grant proposals and assisted with grant oversight

Adjunct Instructor, Jan. – June 2008
University of Oregon, Business Department

Appointed to a temporary position for winter and spring term 2008.
Taught Microsoft Excel and Access in class and online

Adjunct Instructor, Jan. – June 2008
Pacific University – Eugene, OR Campus, Business Department

Appointed to a temporary position for one undergraduate course

Instructor, Jan. 1999 – June 2002
Lane Community College, Business Department

Taught online, hybrid, and traditional courses in the department

Educational Assistant, Sept. 1998 – June 2000
Centennial Elementary School – Springfield, OR

Graduate Teaching Fellow, Jan. – June 1984
University of Oregon, German Department – Eugene, OR

Tutor, Sept. 1983 – Dec. 1984
University of Oregon, Educational & Counseling Services for Student Athletes– Eugene, OR

Math Laboratory Assistant, Jan. 1979 – June 1980
Mainframe Computer Operator
Math Tutor
Southwestern Oregon Community College – Coos Bay, OR

Undergraduate Courses Taught

Office Technology, Developmental Education, and Business Courses
Blue Mountain Community College, Lane Community College, & University of Oregon
(many offered both online/telecourse and in traditional classroom environments)

Academic Planning
Advanced Microsoft Office
Business Ethics
Basic Mathematics
Business Databases
Business Spreadsheets
Business Web Pages (XHTML)
Business Word Processing
Computer Keyboarding
Cooperative Work Experience
Desktop Publishing
Document Processing
e-Business Fundamentals
Introduction to Business Law
Introduction to Marketing and Finance
Introduction to Business
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Introduction to the Internet
Introduction to Windows
Leadership and Team Dynamics
Leadership: Team Building
Leadership: Social Intelligence
Medical Keyboarding and Transcription
Microsoft Office – Access
Microsoft Office – Excel
Microsoft Office – PowerPoint
Microsoft Office – Word
Personal Finance
Principles of Marketing
Professional Office Procedures
Records Management
Service and Ethics in Business
Special Methods in Business
Team Building Skills
Ten-key Calculators
Web Tools: Photoshop & Dreamweaver

General Education Courses
Pioneer Pacific College

College and Career Success
College Mathematics
English Composition
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Sociology
Professional Development
Verbal Communications
Writing Research Papers

Other Experience

Online Retailer, 2002-present
Self-employed

Purchase items, maintain inventory, and package and ship
Research historical significance, marketability, and value of items
Provide customer service including email correspondence

Animal Control Secretary, 1979 – 1980
Veterans Office Secretary
Coos County Courthouse – Coquille, OR

Major Projects & Research

Migrated Blue Mountain Community College’s Website, 2014
Worked with campus and contract personnel

Migrated pages from Drupal to a content management system
Organized structure within main categories
Satisfactorily completed project within time frame
Developed training videos and documents

Conducted a case study on service learning, 2013
Visited campus, interviewed employees, and conducted observations

Developed an online discussion forum for student participants
Defended research results for my dissertation
Presented results at Jefferson Community & Technical College in Kentucky
Submitted research articles and conference presentation proposals

Conducted a Leadership Tour, 2013
Visited and presented at community colleges in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Ohio

Presented to students, faculty members, administrators, and members of the community
Presented on topics which included: bridging the generation gap; leading with emotional intelligence; and service learning, student engagement, and working with the generations

Built the Phi Theta Kappa region, 2009-2013
Worked with an annual team of student officers in three states

Received the International Milestone award in 2013, 2012, 2011, & 2010
Received International Distinguished Officer Team awards for the leadership teams in 2013, 2012, & 2010
Increased membership 43% in 2011 and 27% in 2010

Lead open educational resources research and usage, 2010-2012
Led Lane Community College’s faculty fellowship

Collaborated with campus faculty members, and within 3 terms had 15 faculty actively participating
Saved students over $75,000 per term within the first year
Received the 2013 WCET Outstanding Work award

Created the All-Oregon awards program, 2010
Inspired college presidents to work together to begin the program in Oregon

Worked with Oregon college presidents and Phi Theta Kappa director
Awards and scholarships presented annually to 2 students per community college since 2011

Increased awareness for a student organization, 2005-2013
Worked with student honor society teams to increase awareness, membership, and participation

Received Top 25 international recognition in 2009 and 2008
Received top chapter recognition within the region four consecutive years
Encouraged and mentored students who transferred to Stanford Law, George Washington University, Mt. Holyoke, and many other colleges
Motivated and mentored two students to became international officers
Received unprecedented 4 consecutive awards as an advisor

Directed Cub Scout day camp, 2002-2004
Led the Cascade District, Boy Scouts of America

Oversaw safe, educational, week-long camps for 200 elementary school boys
Developed budgets and annually exceeded expectations by saving funds

Awards & Honors

Regional Coordinator Distinguished Service Award, Phi Theta Kappa International, 2014
Heart & Soul Award, Phi Theta Kappa Rocky Mountain Cascade Region, 2014
Marshall Leadership Award, Phi Theta Kappa International, 2013 (inaugural award)
Regional Milestone Award, Phi Theta Kappa International, 2013, 2012, 2011, & 2010
Silver Beaver Award, Boy Scouts of America, 2010
Faculty Scholar, Phi Theta Kappa International, 2010 & 2009
Leadership Development Certificate, Phi Theta Kappa International, 2009
Faculty Recognition Award, Lane Community College, 2008 & 2006
Advisor Paragon Award for New Advisors, Phi Theta Kappa International, 2009, 2008, 2007, & 2006
Distinguished Advisor, Phi Theta Kappa Rocky Mountain Cascade Region, 2009, 2008, & 2006
District Commissioner of the Year, Boy Scouts of America, Oregon Trail Council, 2006
District Award of Merit, Boy Scouts of America, Oregon Trail Council, 2002
Classified Recognition Award, University of Oregon, 1994
Certificate of Distinction, Association of Computer-based Systems of Career Information, 1987

Presentations & Invited Participation

Various Voices in Service-Learning: Meaning-Making and Potential for Global Change, 2014
16th Annual Global Conference, International Leadership Association, San Diego, CA

Panel presentation

Communicating with Community College Students, 2014
Community College National Center for Community Engagement, Scottsdale, AZ

Conference session

Finding Your Passion and Completing Your Education, 2014
Chemeketa Community College, Salem, OR

Keynote presentation for a Phi Theta Kappa induction ceremony

Building Your Team, 2014
Southwestern Oregon Community College, Coos Bay, OR

Small group presentation to develop Phi Theta Kappa leaders

Bridging the Generation Gap, 2014
Tillamook Bay Community College, Tillamook, OR

Presentation for the campus and community

Understanding Personality Types, 2014
Southwestern Oregon Community College, Coos Bay, OR

Presentation for interested students, staff, and athletes

Leading with Emotional Intelligence, 2014
Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR

Presentation for interested college personnel and students

Facing Your Fears, 2013
Rocky Mountain Cascade Region, Phi Theta Kappa

Presentation at the fall conference

Building Your Team, 2013
Tillamook Bay Community College, Tillamook, OR

Two separate presentations to develop Phi Theta Kappa leaders

Leadership Tour, 2013
Marshall Leadership Award, Phi Theta Kappa

Presented 21 times in 16 locations in Kentucky, Ohio, and Tennessee

Bridging the Generation Gap, 2013
Phi Theta Kappa International

Presentation at the international convention

Team Oregon, 2013
Pure Romance Consultant Group

Presentation on Using Personality Types in Sales

Team Oregon, 2012
Pure Romance Consultant Group

Presentation on Myers-Briggs Personality Types

Administrative Professionals Day, 2012
International Association of Administrative Professionals

Presentation on Bridging the Generation Gap

Emotional Intelligence, 2012
Phi Theta Kappa International

Two sessions on how using emotional intelligence will improve social skills

In Alignment: Campus Priorities and MERLOT, 2011
MERLOT/Sloan-C Emerging Technologies Conference

Feature session about free online resources in classes at a community college

Lane CC OER Faculty Fellowship, 2011
MERLOT/Sloan-C Emerging Technologies Conference

Showcased the implementation of open educational resources at Lane Community College during the poster presentations

Planning and Hosting Regional Meetings, 2011 & 2010
Phi Theta Kappa International

Two sessions each year on planning and hosting a regional event co-presented with another coordinator

Completing Your College Degree, 2011
Chemeketa Community College

Keynote presentation for a Phi Theta Kappa induction ceremony

Democratization of Information Discussion, 2010
Phi Theta Kappa International

Panel discussion about convention key note presentations by Dr. Rachel Maddow and Dr. Sanjay Gupta

Social Networking, 2009
Phi Theta Kappa International

Educational forum on using social networks to improve chapter communication

Social Intelligence, 2009
Mt. Hood Community College

Presentation for their honor society members and students

Introduction to Emotional Intelligence, 2009
Phi Theta Kappa International

Educational forum on how using emotional intelligence can improve teams

Bridging the Generation Gap, 2008
Administrative Professional Association

Keynote presentation at their monthly meeting

Developing a Chapter Web Site-Beyond Basics, 2008
Phi Theta Kappa International

Educational forum for students, advisors and alumni on designing a web site

Developing a Chapter Web Site-Basics, 2008
Phi Theta Kappa International

Educational forum for students, advisors and alumni on designing a web site

Developing a Chapter Web Site, 2007
Phi Theta Kappa International

Educational forum for students, advisors and alumni on designing a web site

Office Technologies, 2006
Oregon Administrative Professional Association

Keynote presentation at their annual conference

Community College Leadership, 2005
Willamette Business Association

Keynote speaker for their business meeting

Affiliations & Memberships

American Association for Women in Community Colleges, 2011-present
Golden Key honor society, 2013-present
International Leadership Association, 2012-present
Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership, 2011-present
National Education Association, 2004-present
MERLOT Peer Reviewer and Virtual Speaker, 2010-2012
Boy Scouts of America, 1998-2010

Conferences Attended

International Leadership Association Global Conference, 2014
Community College National Center for Community Engagement Conference, 2012, 2014
Beachside Writers, Yachats, Oregon, 2014
International Convention, Phi Theta Kappa, 2006-2013
Continuums of Service Conference, 2013
International Honors Institute, Phi Theta Kappa, 2008-2013
Rocky Mountain Cascade Regional Convention, Phi Theta Kappa, 2006-2013
Rocky Mountain Cascade Regional Honors Conference, Phi Theta Kappa, 2005-2012
Rocky Mountain Cascade Regional Leadership Conferences, 2005-2012
Towards Open Sustainability Education, Open Education, 2011
Emerging Technologies Conference, MERLOT/Sloan-C, 2011
College of Commissioner Science, Boy Scouts of America, Oregon Trail Council, 2004-2009
Western Oregon Women’s Conference, 2007
United Nations Training Briefs, New York, 2007
Grant Writing Conference, Council for Resource Development, 2005
Achieving Results for Multiple Learners, WFPCSC Winter Series, 2003
Management Problems of a Technical Person in Leadership, Fred Pryor, 1994

Publications

Arnaud, Velda. 2013. Institutionalized Community College Service Learning to Promote Engagement. Dissertation
Arnaud, Velda. 2011. 10-Key Calculators. Open Educational Resource
Arnaud, Velda. 2011. Team Building. Open Educational Resource
Arnaud, Velda. 2007. Wanted: Crime in California. Historical Value of Wanted Ephemera, Early 20th Century (Price Guide included)
Arnaud, Velda. 2007. Wanted: The Eyes Have It. Law Enforcement Mug Shots 1880-1922
Arnaud, Velda. 2003. Faculty Information Handbook. Pioneer Pacific College
Arnaud, Velda. 2003. Safety Handbook. Pioneer Pacific College
Arnaud, Velda. 1996. Career Path Planner, High School Coordinator’s Guide. Oregon Career Information System
Arnaud, Velda. 1996. Career Path Planner, Community College Coordinator’s Guide. Oregon Career Information System
Arnaud, Velda. 1995. High School Planner, Site Coordinator’s Guide. National Career Information System

Certifications, Trainings & Other Programs

Independent Applying the QM Rubric, Quality Matters, 2014
Improve Your Online Course, Quality Matters, 2014
Blackboard Collaborate (formerly Eluminate) certification, 2010
Adult Leadership Development Workshop, 2009-2010, Boy Scouts of America, Oregon Trail Council
Lane Community College Aspiring Leaders Program, 2009-2010
Leadership Development Certification, 2009, Phi Theta Kappa International
Suicide Prevention Training, 2008, University of Oregon
Working Effectively with Diverse Students in the College Classroom, 2008, University of Oregon
Exploring the Underpinnings and Implications of the “Diversity Movement” in Academia, 2008, University of Oregon
Myers-Briggs Type Inventory Certification, 2005, Association of Psychological Type
Hiring Training, 2005, Lane Community College
Microsoft Office Expert Certification, 2004
National Camp School, 2002, Boy Scouts of America
Wood Badge Leader Training, 2000, Boy Scouts of America
Adult Leader Training, 1999, Boy Scouts of America