Meilani Conley

Meilani Conley serves as an Instructor at Southwest Baptist University, with office location in Taylor Center 111. Contactable via mconley@sbuniv.edu or (417) 328-1759, she holds a Master of Information Systems from the University of Phoenix and a dual Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics from Southwest Baptist University.

Educational background:

• M.I.S., University of Phoenix
• B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics, Southwest Baptist University

Her research centers on computer science education for non-majors, emphasizing accessible pedagogy and curriculum innovation. As an active advocate for diversity in computing, she participates in Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas Women in Computing and the National Center for Women in Technology, focusing on inclusive teaching practices and women's participation in STEM fields.

Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on foundational computing education, particularly in developing effective teaching methodologies for introductory courses targeting general student populations. This work addresses critical gaps in computational literacy across disciplines.

Professional recognition includes:

• Outstanding Local Chapter Adviser for Missouri, Phi Beta Lambda
• Newcomer Faculty of the Year Award, Southwest Baptist University
• All-Star Award for Outstanding Client Service as System Engineer, Cerner Corporation

Conley advises the SBU chapter of Phi Beta Lambda and serves on the Faculty Track Committee, mentoring students in business computing. Her industry experience in enterprise systems management informs practical curriculum development. Community engagement includes Southern Hills Baptist Church children's ministry and anti-human trafficking initiatives through Kansas City Alliance.