INTRODUCTION: My successes in higher education are highlighted and accentuated by my professional achievements in the public and private sectors and demonstrate that I am highly motivated and driven. The detail orientated nature of my work ethic is proven by the management of large and small scale projects and accentuated by my communicative, analytical and writing abilities. I am able to synthesize complex problems and present creative solutions clearly and concisely. I thrive in a group environment and can lead diverse groups or work independently.
EDUCATION
2029 Ph.D. American Religious History, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia
2024 Master in History, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia
2003 Master of Public Administration (MPA): City Management, Brigham Young University, Utah
2001 Bachelor of Science: Political Science, Magna Cum Laude, Utah State University, Logan, Utah
EXPERIENCE
September 2023-May 2024 Intern/R2 Studios, RRCHNM, George Mason University/Fairfax, VA
- Co-Wrote and Produced Green Tunnel Episode on Iconic Location Priest Mountain
- Research, draft, and edit podcast studio scripts for precision, and accuracy and clarity.
- Performed an inventory of all RRCHNM digital projects.
- Interview expert scholars on various research topics.
- Edit Podcast Transcripts for accuracy and clarity.
- Certified in Adobe Audio Audition sound editing.
May 2023-August 2023 Research Assistant/RRCHNM, George Mason University/Fairfax, VA
- Arnhem Postal Project Graduate Research Assistant
- Transcribed and translated digital postal artifacts from Holland 1937-1951
- Qualified undergraduate transcriptions for accuracy
- Researched artifact subjects for detail and contextual analysis
- Geo-rectified addresses for contemporary placement
June 2022-Present Research Assistant/George Mason University/ Fairfax, VA
- Collaborated on AHA conference Religious Ecologies Poster creation.
- Digitized United States Census artifacts at the National Archive, Washington, D.C.
- Transcribed Census schedules.
- Performed inventory of 120,000 digital artifacts.
- Reviewed accuracy of transcriptions done by undergraduate researchers.
- Researched schedule locations to identify missing indicators to identify geo-tracking for mapping.
- Utilized OmekaS and Datascribe in transcription and census schedule analysis.
Dec 2013-Present History Department Adjunct Faculty / Brigham Young University-Idaho / Remote
- Taught U.S. legislative process and constitutional principles to a multi-national student body utilizing theory and practical experiences at a U.S. Senate internship and other various government positions..
- Increased student online participation in discussion boards resulting in 50% increase in student collaboration.
- Directed course improvement team of 15 colleagues through curriculum evaluation resulting in comprehensive overhaul of course objectives and material while improving teaching methodology.
- Initiated process improvements to pedagogy by creating online video presentations to encourage student curriculum internalization within Blackboard, Desire to Learn LMS, and Canvas.
- Presenter at international teaching conference demonstrating my examination of best practice teaching methodology.
- Mentored 70 colleagues.
- Managed course assignment assessment to develop student cognitive construction and quality writing.
June 2004-Dec 2005 Legislative Assistant / Michigan State Representative John C. Stewart / Lansing, MI
- Coordinated with Michigan Higher Education Appropriation staff for statewide Higher Education appropriation, budgets and appropriation hearings for legislators and University Presidents
- Managed State House District constituent and Representative’s press relations, public statements
- Directed and organized District receptions for constituent relations and re-election events resulting in re-election of Representative
- Modernized and audited campaign finance records
CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
- “The Vine and the Oak: Womanhood on the Western Frontier.” Mormon Historical Association. June 2024. Kirtland, Ohio.
- “Water Rights and Civil Rights: Idaho Dam collapse caused by political and institutional hubris.” Boston University American Political History Institute. April 2023. Boston, Massachusetts.
- “Religious Ecologies Poster.” American Historical Association Annual Conference. January 2023. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- “Crossing the Chasm: Encouraging Teach One Another While Fostering Intellectual Breakthroughs.” BYU-Idaho Annual Online Teaching Conference. June 2018. Rexburg, Idaho.
PUBLICATIONS
Co-Writer and Assistant Producer. “Iconic Locations: Priest Mountain Shelter.” Green Tunnel Podcast. R2Studios. 2024. https://www.r2studios.org/show/the-green-tunnel/Priest-Mountain-Shelter/
HONORS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- Randy Beth Clarke Fellowship
- Affiliate of the Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media
- Member of Phi Alpha Theta, 2024
- Received academic and competitive scholarships throughout undergraduate and graduate schools
- Recruiting, advertising and managing membership at large community swim club and increased membership by 10%
- President Emeritus of community 501(c)(3) organization and led financial and organization renovation
- President Emeritus of large non-profit children’s organization inclusive of staffing, budget and activities
- President/Executive Director of the Master of Public Administration Association (MPAA) 2002-2003
- Violinist in Washington DC Temple Orchestra December 2014-present
