Caroline Woidat is a Professor of English at the State University of New York at Geneseo, serving as Director of the Center for Social Justice Studies and Coordinator of American Studies, Native American Studies, and the Carceral Studies microcredential. She joined Geneseo in 1994 after earning her Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to social justice, Native American literature, and textual recovery through archival research. Education: Ph.D. in English from Vanderbilt University. Research focuses on 19th-century authors like Elizabeth Oakes Smith and anti-prison writings by women activists. Her 2015 publication, The Western Captive and Other Indian Stories , highlights her expertise in recovering marginalized literary voices. She actively coordinates cross-departmental initiatives and has led student programs in Ireland, including study at the Yeats International Summer School. Awards: Recipient of the 2008 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Teaching and Leadership: Teaches courses on Native American literature, American women writers, and sustainability studies. Coordinates interdisciplinary programs fostering social justice education and prison abolition discourse.
Dr. Carl Hoover is an Associate Professor and Director of Laboratories in the Department of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering at Clarkson University 's Coulter School of Engineering & Applied Sciences. With over 15 years of industry experience including executive leadership roles, he integrates machine learning and testing applications into engineering education and research. Ph.D. & M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Clarkson University) B.S. in Aerospace Engineering (University of Virginia) His research focuses on data science applications across engineering domains, with current projects in temporal relational dependence models and manufacturing digital twins . Publications span renewable energy systems , biomedical prosthetics , and aeroelastic power sources . He oversees Clarkson's wind tunnel facility and mechanical testing labs , and founded the A-TEAMS committee for academic test equipment safety. Industry collaborations include co-developing Solinsky Challenge microcredentials in manufacturing analytics. Contact: choover@clarkson.edu Office: 264 CAMP Building, Clarkson University
Dr. Heather E. Philip is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Marketing within the College of Business at the University of Texas at Arlington. She holds a PhD in Marketing from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, and teaches undergraduate courses in consumer behavior, digital marketing, social media marketing, and business communication. Her academic work bridges marketing theory and innovative pedagogy, with a focus on transformative consumer research and digital engagement. Her research interests include collaborative consumption, sustainability, gamification, motivation, and mixed-methods methodology. She explores how digital platforms enable new forms of consumer engagement and sustainable materialism, particularly through peer-to-peer sharing and swapping. Her educational scholarship emphasizes AI integration, active learning, and gamified instruction. The recent publications and presentations reflect a strong trajectory in both consumer behavior and educational innovation. Her work spans from foundational studies on collaborative consumption to cutting-edge explorations of AI in the classroom. Themes include sustainability in digital marketplaces, student engagement through gamification, and the ethical integration of generative AI in business education. Faculty Service Award - Non-Tenure Track - 2023-2024, The University of Texas at Arlington, College of Business Outstanding Assessment Practitioner, The University of Texas at Arlington Distinguished Clinical Faculty Publication Award, University of Texas at Arlington Dr. Philip advises undergraduate students, including Ethan Wood, in independent studies focused on modern communication and trust. She is actively involved in curriculum development, peer review of teaching, and institutional service, particularly in assurance of learning and AI integration. She has no listed research grants in the provided text, but her leadership in microcredential development and digital marketing certification indicates strong professional engagement. She is not associated with any named research lab or team, but collaborates through the College of Business and professional networks.
Lazar Dražeta is a Professor at Singidunum University , actively contributing to interdisciplinary research across informatics, human resource management, and cultural studies. He holds a PhD in Plant Biology from Massey University (2003) and graduate degrees in Pomology (University of Belgrade, 1996) and Horticulture (University of Belgrade, 1989). As a member of the academic community, he has co-authored works in business analytics, healthcare education, and organizational development. Education PhD in Plant Biology, Massey University (2003) MS in Pomology, University of Belgrade (1996) BS in Horticulture, University of Belgrade (1989) Research Interests span from Artificial Intelligence applications in HR to organizational development in IT sectors , with notable focus on sustainable pharmacy practices and corporate cultural dynamics . His recent publications examine soft skill development, AI integration in recruitment, and digital safety protocols in online environments. Academic Contributions include books like "Regrutovanje i selekcija ljudskih resursa" (2024) and co-authored works on career development (2019). He participates in conferences like Sinteza and FINIZ, exploring topics from metaheuristic algorithms for harassment detection to leadership coaching effectiveness in corporate settings. His collaborative work with institutions such as Ernst & Young Serbia demonstrates attention to organizational identity, while his earlier research on fruit physiology at Massey University reveals a diverse scholarly trajectory bridging natural sciences and social sciences.
Dr. Sheree Lloyd is a Senior Lecturer in Health Services Management at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics (TSBE), University of Tasmania. With over 30 years of experience in academic and health service management, she is a recognized expert in digital health, health informatics, electronic medical record (EMR) usability, rural health innovation, and quality and safety in healthcare delivery. She holds a PhD from Queensland University of Technology, a Master of Technology Management from Griffith University, and a Bachelor of Business with a computing major from QUT. She is a Certified Health Information Manager, a Fellow of the Australasian College of Health Service Managers and the Australasian Institute of Digital Health, and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). PhD, Queensland University of Technology Master of Technology Management, Griffith University Bachelor of Business (Computing major), Queensland University of Technology Associate Diploma in Medical Record Administration, Cumberland College of Health Sciences Graduate Diploma in Project Management, Aurora Training Graduate Diploma in Government, Aurora Training Dr. Lloyd’s research is centered on improving healthcare through digital transformation. Her primary interests include EMR usability, digital health innovation, work-integrated learning (WIL), consumer-directed care, and leadership in health and social care. She leads a national collaborative study on clinician perceptions of EMR usability across Australia and Finland, and is currently Chief Investigator on an internal UTAS-funded project assessing digital health transformation preparedness in Tasmania. Her work emphasizes co-design with industry, translation of evidence into practice, and workforce upskilling through microcredentials. Her recent publications span topics such as EMR usability, microcredentials in digital health, graduate employability through WIL, consumer-directed care, and innovation in rural health. These works appear in journals like International Journal of Medical Informatics , Health Information Management Journal , and Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management . Collectively, her research reflects a strong commitment to human-centered digital health solutions, equitable care, and sustainable workforce development. Executive Dean's Commendation for PhD Vice Chancellor's Award, Queensland University of Technology Teaching Commendation, Griffith University Teaching Commendation, University of Tasmania Dr. Lloyd has supervised multiple Master’s students to completion and regularly examines PhD and MA theses. She has led curriculum design for health service management and digital health programs, including postgraduate certificates and microcredentials. She is actively engaged in industry collaboration, serving as Chief Examiner for the Australasian College of Health Service Management Fellowship and contributing to national digital health committees. Her current work focuses on evaluating workforce readiness for Tasmania’s statewide EMR rollout, aiming to inform targeted training and support strategies.
Professor Keitha Dunstan currently serves as Provost at Bond University, overseeing academic, research, learning and teaching strategies. She leads initiatives including the Transformation CoLab, Bond University College programs, and Microcredential Unit. A Fellow of CPA Australia and seasoned academic administrator with 28 years of experience, she has held leadership roles across three universities and government agencies. PhD in Business from University of Queensland (1999) Former Head of School of Business at Bond University (2009-2012) Research Professor at Victoria University of Wellington (2000-2006) Her research focuses on corporate governance , business leadership diversity , and financial accounting , with particular emphasis on governance frameworks, disclosure practices, and ethical auditing. Her work spans New Zealand, Australia, and developing economies in Asia-Pacific. As a thought leader, she has contributed to adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards in New Zealand and established the Centre for Accounting, Governance and Taxation Research. Her editorial roles include co-editor of Pacific Accounting Review and advisory board member for Accounting and Finance . Gold Coast Business Events Ambassador Founding Trustee of Governance Education Trust Chair of Bond University Women's Network since 2014 Former Chair of Academic Senate (2012-2016)
Dr. Hans Beldhuis is a Professor at the University of Groningen (RUG), affiliated with the Department of Education and Students and the Center for Information Technology. He leads the Educational Design and Development team, focusing on educational innovation, active learning, and strategic management in higher education. His expertise includes AI in education, flipped classrooms, and microcredentialing. Previously, he held roles such as program director of the Apollo consortium for digital learning and conducted postdoctoral research in neurobiology at RUG and Lund University. Education: PhD in Neurobiology (1993), cum laude MSc in Medical Biology (1988), both from RUG Research interests revolve around optimizing educational practices through technology and policy. Notable contributions include studies on grade variability in educational innovations and model-based dismissal policies. He co-authored the RUG CIT Data Science Award-winning work on social annotation tools in flipped classrooms. Awards: RUG CIT Data Science Award (2019). Active in educational innovation advocacy, leading field trips and contributing to the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities.
Professor Isidori Emanuele is a Full Professor (First Band) at the Department of Human Motor Sciences and Health, University of Rome 'Foro Italico'. He holds key roles including Rector's Delegate for International Relations and Training of Academic and Non-Academic Staff, and Head of the General Pedagogy Laboratory. His research focuses on pedagogy, sports education, anti-doping strategies, dual career development for student-athletes, and inclusive education models. He teaches courses such as 'Ethics and Sport' and 'General and Sports Pedagogy' at undergraduate and graduate levels. His work bridges educational theory and practice, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary challenges like athlete well-being, anti-doping compliance, and global sports ethics. He leads international projects such as the ‘Para-Limits’ initiative supporting disabled student-athletes. His research spans cross-cultural studies (e.g., Romania-EU teacher burnout comparisons) and innovative methods like flipped classrooms and e-learning platforms. Publications reflect a commitment to holistic education, addressing topics from ancient Greek agonistic values to modern technologies in sports pedagogy. Despite no listed awards, his extensive contribution to academic leadership and curriculum innovation underscores his scholarly impact. Current initiatives include developing microcredentials in sports education and exploring AI-enhanced tutoring systems.
Clay Motley, Ph.D., serves as Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and Provost & Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). He holds a Ph.D. in English Literature from the University of South Carolina, along with an M.A. and B.A. in English Literature from Eastern Kentucky University and the University of Kentucky, respectively. His scholarship focuses on Southern US culture, particularly its popular music and religious influences, with a current emphasis on Clarksdale, Mississippi’s music history and the Mississippi Delta region. Dr. Motley has led honors programs and colleges at three universities since 2004 and has taught courses such as The History of Rock n' Roll and Life in Peru . He has published in journals like Southern Cultures and Religions , and his work appears in essay collections like Walking the Line: Country Lyricists and American Culture . His grants include a National Endowment for the Humanities Common Heritage Grant ($8,760) and a National Endowment for the Arts Art Works Grant ($86,152). His research interests span blues, country, and rock music history, alongside topics like masculinity, religious identity, and cultural authenticity. He is a member of the National Collegiate Honors Council and the Society for the Study of Southern Literature, and has presented at conferences like the International Conference on the Blues and the Music of the South conference. Dr. Motley is currently writing a book-length study on Clarksdale’s music history and frequently engages in public scholarship related to the Mississippi Delta’s cultural heritage.
Zélia Cristina Godinho Torres Candeias is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Nursing at the Polytechnic Institute of Setúbal's School of Health, Portugal. She concurrently serves as a Nurse Specialist at Arrábida Health Centers Group since 2007. Her leadership roles include coordinating the Setúbal Childbirth and Parenthood Preparation Course and leading the Adult Violence Prevention Team at Arrábida CSP. Her research integrates Nursing , Gender Studies , and Public Health , with emphasis on sexual/reproductive rights, violence prevention (especially FGM and elder abuse), and migrant health equity. She directs projects like 'Stress parental e suporte social percebido' (parental stress in extreme situations) and 'Práticas Saudáveis - Fim à Mutilação Genital Feminina' (FGM eradication). Publications analyze pandemic-era parenting challenges, telemedicine limitations in chronic care, and sustainable health frameworks. Recent works prioritize vulnerable groups (elderly, migrants, adolescents) through socio-clinical lenses. She co-developed clinical protocols like the Fluxograma de Atuação em Violência Interpessoal (Interpersonal Violence Protocol) and manuals on maternal health. Grants include the Gulbenkian Foundation-funded 'STOP Baixo Peso ao Nascer' (low birth weight prevention). As an educator, she designed microcredentials on bioethics and gender-based violence, and organizes international seminars (e.g., 'Impactos do Climatério na Vida das Pessoas'). Clinical outreach includes radio programs on breast cancer and community workshops.
Caleb Kelso-Marsh is an Associate Lecturer in Asian Studies at the University of Western Australia (UWA), focusing on Korean film noir and transnational cinema. He is concurrently pursuing a PhD exploring Korean filmmakers' engagement with cinematic forms from Japan, Hong Kong, and Hollywood. Previously, he developed three microcredential courses for UWA's Korean Studies program, including KOREM201-203. Educational Background PhD Candidate in Asian Studies (UWA) Graduate Diploma in Korean Language (Sogang University, 2021) Bachelor of Laws (Murdoch University, Distinction) Bachelor of Arts (English & Creative Arts, First Class Honours, Murdoch University) Postgraduate Certificate in Chinese Law (Murdoch University) Research Interests His work examines the intersection of film noir with East Asian cultural contexts, particularly Korea's cinematic engagement with transnational influences. He also explores orientalist discourses in urban narratives, such as Blade Runner , and the role of film in cultural diplomacy between Korea and Australia. Awards & Fellowships Endeavour Australia Cheung Kong Award (2012) for studies at Yonsei University Korea Foundation Language Training Fellowship (2019) National Library of Australia Japan Study Grant (2017) Teaching & Projects He teaches courses on Asian societies, popular culture, and Korean law. He led a 2021–2024 project on developing Korean language education in Western Australia, funded by the Australian government.
Jason Andrews serves as Associate Program Director of MEd School Leadership and post-secondary educator at Bow Valley College, specializing in TESOL leadership, culturally responsive pedagogy, and equity-focused curriculum development. His work includes ESP instruction for newcomer integration and national collaboration with Colleges and Institutes Canada on microcredential projects. Educational background: Master of Education (focus: authentic leadership theory applied to EAL leadership) Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (in progress, University of British Columbia) His research centers on Universal Design for Learning implementation in postsecondary contexts and analyzing federal/provincial policy impacts on marginalized student access and program sustainability. He integrates culturally responsive frameworks to advance inclusive educational leadership and curriculum innovation, emphasizing relational pedagogy inspired by critical theorists. Recent publications examine service learning's role in cultural humility development and systemic reengineering of TESOL leadership structures, contributing to educational equity discourse through community-engaged scholarship and practical leadership mechanics.
Dr. Kevin J. Porter is an Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Texas at Arlington, where he has served since 2002, advancing from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor in 2008. He held the position of Department Chair from 2018 to 2024. His work bridges composition theory, critical theory, and the philosophy of language, mind, and time, with a notable focus on J.R.R. Tolkien and semiotics. Education: PhD in English (Composition and Rhetoric Studies) from University of Wisconsin-Madison (2002), MA in English from Auburn University (1997), and BA in English from Trenton State University (1992). Dr. Porter’s research explores rhetorical history and theory, semiotics, and the philosophical intersections of meaning and time in discourse. His publications span critical theory, digital humanities, and cultural analysis, with a notable emphasis on postcolonial and interdisciplinary frameworks. He has contributed to debates in composition pedagogy, including student-negotiated classrooms and literature review practices. His recent scholarly output includes a 2022 book chapter analyzing legitimacy crises in Black Panther , a 2018 review of everyday technology politics, and methodological critiques dating to the late 1990s. Themes across his work reflect critical theory, media studies, and rhetorical philosophy. Scientific Awards: Excellence in Doctoral Student Mentoring Award Finalist (2018) Phi Kappa Phi Inductee (2018) Dr. Porter has chaired or served on over 30 doctoral and master’s committees, mentored students on topics ranging from digital rhetoric to narrative theory, and contributed to institutional governance through roles like Chair of the College of Liberal Arts Tenure and Promotion Committee. He holds a microcredential in fostering belonging from the Association of College and University Educators (2023).
Martonia Gaskill is Associate Professor of Education at the University of Nebraska Kearney, Director of the Learning Design and Technology Masters Program, Digital Pedagogy Specialist for UNK Online, and Academic Diversity Officer. She teaches graduate courses in learning design, technology integration, and educational research. Research explores open education resources, collaboration in online environments, faculty development for digital education, and AI in learning. Recent work examines synchronous/asyncronous balance, academic integrity in digital learning, and graduate student collaboration patterns. Awards include Senior Fellow of HEA and institutional teaching awards. She mentors undergraduate researchers in educational technology projects and directs multiple graduate programs. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy University of Nebraska Kearney Teaching Fellow
Annmarie Urso is Professor of Special Education in the School of Education at SUNY Geneseo, where she has taught since 2008. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona, M.S.Ed. from SUNY Oneonta, and B.S. from College of St. Rose. A recipient of the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Faculty Service (2019), she specializes in learning disabilities and dyslexia. Her research focuses on assessment and intervention for learning disabilities, Response to Intervention (RTI) models, and preparing culturally responsive educators. She has developed innovative programs including the undergraduate and graduate Integrative Curricular Microcredential in Dyslexia and the Soaring Stars summer program. Dr. Urso's publications center on scaffolding instruction, special education practices, and literacy interventions, with consistent emphasis on evidence-based strategies for diverse learners. Scientific Awards: SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Faculty Service (2019) She has secured over $1.6 million in grant funding, including significant awards from the New York State Education Department and Qatar National Research Fund. Dr. Urso serves as President of the International Academy for Research in Learning Disabilities and former President of the New York State Council for Exceptional Children. She actively contributes to community initiatives through the Livingston County Community Services Board and the Student Success Project.
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