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Our exceptional Faculty Mentors are managers, administrators, consultants, educators, advisors, practitioners, and professionals in their respective fields. They are drawn from industry, business, mental health, and the academic community to assist our students in reaching their educational objectives. They are selected for their interest in promoting self-learning, professional expertise, real-world experience, academic background, and ability to communicate their knowledge and experience to our students.
Our programs are designed to encourage success and develop lifelong learning patterns. Therefore, interaction between faculty and students is an integral part of the University’s process.
A Faculty Mentor is assigned each time you enroll in a course so you have access to an academic specialist in the field.
Faculty Mentors will guide you through each course by phone, email, and through the CalSouthern Learning Center.
Education Qualifications
PhD Information Technology Management, Capella University, MN;
MBA Information System, University of Redlands, CA;
BS Business Administration, University of California, Riverside.
Research Areas of Interest
Virtual Private Networking and Security
Technology and its Impact on Economics
Policy Decision Making and Economics Impact
Healthcare Information Systems
Accomplishments Outside of the University
Author of eight books; five already published and three in process 2008-2009
Regularly cited and referred to as an expert on the markets in major publications
Go-to person for real estate and market news Fox News, Fox Business, CNN, MSNBC, and other major networks
Professional consultant - helping people survive in the online world
Founder of Teach Online Training Center - an organization to help educators thrive in the world of online teaching
Regular presenter at various seminars and conferences on both technology, real estate and online teaching
Mentor Bio
Dr. Dani is a passionate educator and professional consultant teaching individuals how to make an income in an online world, whether through real estate, teaching or running professional e-commerce sites.
Dr. Dani is a strong believer in education and feels strongly that online education is the future. Dr. Dani is an online faculty member teaching a variety of subjects, from statistics to economics, technology to management.
She is an author with many books published and is the go-to expert for numerous news channels on local and cable television analyzing market data and economics. Her goal is to help others achieve theirs, and has a passion, drive and commitment to life long learning.
More info can be found at: www.thebabbgroup.com and www.drdaniellebabb.com.
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Education Qualifications
MBA Project Management, Aspen University, Colorado; MBA International Business, Dallas Baptist University, Texas;
MA Professional Development and MS Human Relations and Business, Amberton University, Texas;
MS Physical Science, University of Houston, Texas;
BS Geology, Lamar University ,Texas; AA Science, Lee College, Texas
Research Areas of Interest
• Future efficient applications of fossil fuel reserves
• Integration of analytical psychology & quantum physics
• Economic recovery of hydrocarbon deposits in mid-continent U. S.
Accomplishments Outside of the University
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
• Project Management Institute
• Society of Behavioral Medicine
• American Psychological Association
• Association for Psychological Science
• American Association of Petroleum Geologists
• American Institute of Professional Geologists
• Association of Applied Geochemists
• Association of Engineering Geologists
• California Psychological Association
• Delta Epsilon Tau International Honor Society
• European Federation of Geologists
• Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES:
• Certified Petroleum Geologist #5396
• Chartered European Geologist #642
• Certified Professional Geologist #10915
• Certified Professional Earth Scientist #3186
Mentor Bio
Dr. Belt is president of QuinLab Consulting, LLC, in Dallas, Texas. Their company’s primary mission is developing geological models for natural gas prospects in Colorado, Kansas, and Alabama capable of producing 15 BCF of recoverable reserves. He has presented technical papers at numerous conferences and conventions, published articles in several professional journals, received the A. L. “Al” Cox Award for the best presentation at a Regional Conference of the American Association of Petroleum Geologists, and featured on the cover of “Oil & Gas Journal.”
Dr. Belt has over 30 years experience with Halliburton and Atlantic-Richfield (ARCO) managing various petrochemical & geochemical laboratories, developing quality control audit systems, structuring departmental training programs, and designing technical & analytical projects.
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Education Qualifications
MPH Public Health Administration and BS Education/Public Health, University of Tennessee.
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Education Qualifications
EdS Computing Technology Education, Nova Southeastern University, Florida; MPS. Health and Human Services, Lynn University, Florida; BS Sociology, Western Carolina University, North Carolina.
Research Areas of Interest
Corrections; Hate Groups and Strategic Threat Groups; Distance Learning; Qualitative Evaluation and Research Methods; and Educational Assessment.
Accomplishments Outside of the University
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Education Qualifications
M.A. Theatre Arts, The Pennsylvania State University; B.S. Theatre Arts, State University College, New York.
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Education Qualifications
DSc Information Systems and Communications, Robert Morris University, Pennsylvania; MS Management and Technology, Carlow University, Pennsylvania; BA English / Business and Communication Writing, California University of Pennsylvania.
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Education Qualifications
Ph.D. Administrative Science, Empresarial University of Costa Rica; Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies - Business, Northcentral University, Arizona; M.B.A. Technology/Engineering Management, City University, Washington; B.S. Sociology, University of Iowa.
Research Areas of Interest
Business Administration, Public Administration, Technology and Engineering Management
Accomplishments Outside of the University
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Education Qualifications
DBA Business Administration, Nova Southeastern University, Florida; MBA Information Systems, Florida Institute of Technology; BS Management Studies, The University of the West Indies, Jamaica
Research Areas of Interest
Finance, Accounting, Management Information Systems, Management, Business Policy, Strategy, Operations Management, International Management and Entrepreneurship.
Accomplishments Outside of the University
Mentor Bio
Dr. Conrad Francis career spans 30 years of international experience in Management, Managerial Accounting, international Finance, Management Information Systems, Network Design, Network Security, Systems Analysis, Telecommunication & Data Networks, Enterprise Architecture, Decision Support Systems, IS Strategy, AI/Expert Systems, Software Development, Database Management, Human Factors and Microcomputer/End User Computing. Operations Management, Engineering, Marketing and Finance. Dr. Francis’s experience spans various industries and includes standards testing, wood and wood products manufacturing, contracting engineering, engineering consulting, and service management. Corporate involvement included Braemore Engineering Services and Servicemaster. Conrad joined Braemore in 1985 as technical manager and had overall operational control of engineering contracting and consulting and was promoted to general manager. Dr. Francis joined Servicemaster in 1989 and eventually as president of the company. Conrad’s accomplishments include, improved employee retention, increased productivity growth, increased customer satisfaction, and the creation of a new division for the marketing of new services to the clinical manufacturing industry. Conrad specializes in product development of new service products, improved productivity engineering, financial analysis of the enterprise, project development, consolidation and mergers, and a wide variety of marketing related programs. Conrad holds first degrees in management and mechanical engineering along with an MBA where he majored in Management Information Systems and a Doctorate degree at in Finance with a second specialty in Information Technology Systems. Conrad is currently also a visiting Professor at Keiser College, Palm Beach Atlantic University, Tourou University, Nova Southeastern University, Kaplan University and South University.
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Education Qualifications
MBA Executive Management, St. John University, New York; BS Management, New York University, New York
Research Areas of Interest
Service Marketing; Operations; Statistics; Management; Marketing; Organizational Behavior; Mathematics; MIS, Finance; Accounting; Statistics; Supply Chain Management.
Accomplishments Outside of the University
Mentor Bio
Chairman Delta Mgt. Consulting Group
DBA candidate NOVA Southeastern University
President & CEO of B/E Aerospace 2002
President & CEO of B/E Seating Products 1996
President & CEO of B/E Service Products 1992
President & CEO of Jepson Burns 1987
President & CEO of Jepson Air-Maze 1982
Recipient of Boeing Aerospace Award, Yeltin Diamond Award, Russo Burns JV Chairman
Research on Web Based Marketing and SERVQUAL Profitability
Emotional Intelligence & Org Commitment
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Education Qualifications
JD, Chapman University, CA; MA History, California State University, Los Angeles; BA History, University of California, Santa Barbara; NA, University of California Extension, Irvine; NA Coast Community College, CA; NA, University of California, Irvine
Research Areas of Interest
The civil rights struggle and terrorism in a Post- Reconstruction America.
Accomplishments Outside of the University
Mentor Bio
My background in history includes intensive study of Post-Colonial America, Post-Colonial Mexico, and Revolution in various Central American countries.
In addition to being a Mentor at CalSouthern, I am an estate planning attorney who drafts wills and trusts and other associated documents.
If I had free time, I would use it enjoying surfing and camping with friends and family.
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Education Qualifications
PhD Education Administration, MBA Business Administration and MS Integrated Marketing Communication, West Virginia University;
BS University of Economics, Budapest, Hungary
Research Areas of Interest
Globalization and its impact on U.S. business, developing countries, and Less Developed Countries (LDCs)
• Global leadership and developing a global mindset
• Regional economic integration
• Enlargement of the European Union
• Challenges and reforms in accession countries
• Change management, innovation, and entrepreneurship
• Global business strategy
Accomplishments Outside of the University
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
• Integrated Marketing Campaigns, Seminars for business people, Small Business Development Center, Fairmont State University, March, 2006.
• E-Commerce and Marketing, Seminar for small business people in collaboration with the National Technology Training Center, November 2003
• Developing Community Leadership. Guest Speaking at the Doddridge County Economic Development
Agency Meeting, March 2001
• Revitalizing Mainstreet Businesses. Guest Speaking at the Salem Chamber of Commerce Meeting, 2000
• Strategic Planning and Community Marketing. Presentation at the Doddridge County Opportunity Council
Marketing Committee Meeting, August 1999.
• Recommendations for a Consolidated Grade School in Doddridge County. Presentation at the Board of Education Public Meeting of Board Members, November 1997.
• Active Student Learning in Economics. Seminar Presented at Salem International University Faculty
Colloquium, March 1995.
• Challenges of Business Education of Women in a Changing Economy. Presentation at Mary Baldwin College,
National University Women’s Association Regional Meeting, October 1993.
• Higher Education Finance: Differences from for-Profits Organizations. Presentation at the Annual Conference
of WV Financial Officers, Shepherds College, Shepherdstown, WV, November 1992.
• Administrative Decision-Making: The Nature of Leadership in Higher Education. Annual Conference of the
Association of WV Financial Officers, West Virginia University at Parkersburg, WV, 1991
• Business Start-Ups and Entrepreneurial Ventures. Presentation at the National Association of Hungarian
Entrepreneurs and at the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce, Pecs, Hungary, July 1990
• What Makes a Small Business Successful? Guest Speaker at the Collegiate Chapter Meeting of the American
Marketing Association, WV Wesleyan College, Buckhannon, WV, 1990
• American and Japanese Trade Relations. Presentation at the Waldomore in Clarksburg, WV, Guest Speaker, Clarksburg, WV, 1989
• Focus on International Marketing. Guest Speaker at the December Meeting of the Mid-Ohio Valley Chapter of
the American Marketing Association, Parkersburg, WV, 1988
• International Education. Guest Speaker at the Meeting of Business and Professional Women’s Club, Clarksburg, WV, April 1987
• Basics of Exporting. Seminar conducted by the U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade
Administration, Parkersburg, WV, September, 1986
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
• Who is Who in International Higher Education, 2004
• Who is Who in Business, 1994-Present
• Leadership Award, Midwest Business Administration, Chicago, IL. 2003
• Certificate of Appreciation, Conference Program Chair, Midwest Business Economics Association, 2003
• Teaching Excellence Award, Association of the Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP),
Eastern Region, May 2000
• Nominated for Professor of the Year Award, Faculty Merit Foundation of WV, 2002
• Nominated for Best Faculty Advisor Award, Students in Free Enterprise, Springfiled, KS, 2002
• Certificate of Appreciation, Presented by Congressman Mollohan at theTeaming To Win Conference,
National Contract Manufacturing Association, May 2001
• National League Participant, Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), Kansans City, MO, May 2001 and 2002
• Regional Champion Award, SIFE, Charlotte, NC, April 2002 and Philadelphia, PA, April 2001
• Sam M. Walton Fellow, Students in Free Enterprise, 1999-Present
• Nominated for Joseph K. Bailey Teaching Award, Salem International University, 1999-2000
• Webster Award, Best Research Paper of-the-Year, Salem International University, 2000 and 2001
• Women of the Year Award, National Association of Professional Women, 2000
• Rookie of the Year Award, Students in Free Enterprise, Cleaveland, OH, 2000
• Honorary Member, Delta Mu Delta Business Honor Society 1998-Present
• Employee of the Month, Salem International University, January 1998.
• Overseas Research Scholar, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 1990-94
• Students in Free Enterprise Fellow, 1989-1990
• Rookie of the Year Award, WV Wesleyan Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE), Lexington, KY, 1989
• Academic Scholarship Award, Eurocenter, Cambridge, England, 1976-1977
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Education Qualifications
DPA Public Administration, University of Southern California; MS Urban Studies, Occidental College, California; BA Political Science, University of California, Riverside
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Education Qualifications
MEd Teaching of Science, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts; AB Geological Sciences, Harvard College, Massachusetts
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Education Qualifications
PhD Educational Psychology, Academic Psychology
Capella University, Minnesota; MA and BA Anthropology California State University, Fullerton
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Education Qualifications
MS Business Administration, California State University, Los Angeles; BS in Accounting, Loyola Marymount University, California
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Education Qualifications
DSc Information Systems and Communications, Robert Morris University, Pennsylvania; MBA Business Administration and MS Management Information Systems, Duquesne University, Pennsylvania; BS Management Information Systems, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Research Areas of Interest
Dr. Phillips is interested in the following research areas: 1. Business issues in developing software development applications and 2. Best in class improvements for project management functions in corporations.
Accomplishments Outside of the University
Mentor Bio
Dr. Phillips has over 25 years of IT systems development and management experience. She has extensive knowledge of banking software applications including a variety of cash management applications. She has broad experience on many different systems platforms such as mainframe, midrange and distributed environments. She has been exposed to all phases of system development including planning, design, construction, testing, implementation and support. She holds a Project Management Professional credential from the Project Management Institute. She also attained a certification as a Certified Treasury Professional from the Association of Financial Professionals.
Pat holds a Doctor of Science in information systems and communications from Robert Morris University. Pat also holds a Master of Science in management information systems and an M.B.A. from Duquesne University, as well as a Bachelor of Science in management information systems from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
With her extensive experience in industry, she understands first-hand what skills learners need to develop in order to succeed in the business world. She sees a great need for learners to gain knowledge of how to analyze problems, identify alternatives and ascertain ways to mitigate risks in order to accomplish a goal. She also sees the need for learners to become skilled at clearly articulating their ideas to others with various levels of experience. She receives great satisfaction from helping others grow and achieve their goals through learning.
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Education Qualifications
MBA Finance, Temple University, Pennsylvania; BS Business, Pennsylvania State University.
Research Areas of Interest
Finance/Marketing
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Joan Saunders has 20 years of experience teaching graduate and undergraduate business courses in a distance learning environment, and she has taught at CalSouthern since 1989. For several years, she has researched and designed curriculum for numerous marketing, finance, economics, management, and international business courses. Joan has extensive business experience in the automotive, energy services, and pharmaceutical industries, where she worked prior to teaching at the university level. In addition, she has been vice-president of Prism Investment Management since 1990 and she manages pension funds, profit-sharing plans, and individual investment portfolios. Joan analyzes client needs and proposes financial solutions using stocks, bonds, and derivatives while implementing a value investment approach. She resides in Southern Delaware with her husband and two sons. During her spare time, she enjoys biking, exercising, and boating as much as possible.
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Education Qualifications
MA Geography, California State University, Fullerton; BS Social Studies Education, Florida International University
Research Areas of Interest
Political Geography, the Middle East region (specifically Israel), and Geographic Education.
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Anne Saxe has been teaching geography at both public and private colleges for over 12 years. She began her career in education when she served as an Academic Advisor while completing her graduate degree at California State University, Fullerton. It was in her role as advisor that Anne discovered her passion for students and for their academic success. Upon completing her Masters degree, Anne began teaching middle school Social Studies and English. She continued to teach middle school for six years while concurrently serving as an associate faculty member teaching geography at the college level.
Anne has since taught a variety of courses including World Regional Geography, Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Introduction to Geography, Cultural Geography, Physical Geography and Physical Geography Lab in both traditional and distance education environments. Her experience as a professional geographer includes employment as a Transportation Geographic Information Systems Consultant with the Orange County Transportation Authority and as a Geographer with the United States Census Bureau.
In an ongoing effort to improve her skills as an educator and stay current in her knowledge of geography, Anne continues to take classes, attend and present at workshops and conferences, and contribute to curriculum development and serve on committees at the institutions she serves. She is typical of most geographers in that her favorite pastimes are traveling and hiking.
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Education Qualifications
MA Professional Writing and BS Technical Writing, Carnegie Mellon University, Pennsylvania
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Education Qualifications
PhD Philosophy/Education, University of Kansas;
Doctor of Commerce, University of South Africa;
Doctorate of Economic and Political Sciences, Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki, Greece;
Specialist Business, Central Missouri State College;
MA Education/Business, Western Kentucky State College;
BS Business Education/ Social Studies, George Peabody College For Teachers, Tennessee
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Education Qualifications
M.A. Anthropology, California State University, Northridge; B.A. Anthropology, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.
Research Areas of Interest
Cultural anthropology with an emphasis on religion and magic. Currently studying the driving forces behind people joining the NeoPagan movement.
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Mentor Bio
BA in anthropology with a minor in comparative religion from Uni. Wisc, Milw. 1997. MA in anthropology from Calif. State Uni, Northridge. 2007
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Education Qualifications
PhD Administration/Management, Walden University, Minnesota; Master of Aerospace Operations Management, University of Southern California; BBA Aviation Administration, University of Miami, Florida
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Education Qualifications
MBA Chapman University, California; BA Physics, University of California, Irvine
Research Areas of Interest
Numeric Analysis in manufacturing and transportation problems occupies my current applications.
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I come to CalSouthern from the private university discipline. The concept of mentor style teaching appeals to me after years of "talking Head in front of a classroom"efforts. The concentration of activity on the students that actually need help instead of only the bright or trouble students is a welcome change. These changes had to happen to rescue California educational systems. A new experience with high expectations. Let the efforts begin.
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Education Qualifications
MA Politics/International Affairs, The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C.; BA Government and Politics, University of Maryland
Research Areas of Interest
Criminal Justice, Foreign Policy
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