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Aaron Curtis is the Dean and Associate Professor in the Faculty of Math and Computing at Brigham Young University–Hawaii (BYU–Hawaii), where he has served since 2009. He oversees academic programs, faculty development, and budget administration for departments in computer and information sciences, mathematics, and construction and facilities management. He holds a Ph.D. in Management Information Systems from Indiana University and a dual BS/MISM from Brigham Young University.
- Ph.D. in Management Information Systems, Kelley School of Business, Indiana University - Bloomington, 2009
- BS/MISM in Information Systems Management, Marriott School of Management, Brigham Young University, 2004
His research spans database management, networking, information ethics, data analytics, the history of computing, and educational pedagogy. He investigates how technology shapes communication, collaboration, and learning, with a particular interest in virtual teams, trust dynamics, and digital culture. His recent interdisciplinary work explores religious-themed video games and curriculum reform in STEM education.
The 15 most recent publications reflect a strong trajectory in information systems, collaborative technologies, and computing education. They reveal consistent engagement with human-computer interaction, collaborative writing systems, trust in virtual environments, and innovative pedagogical methods. A notable recent trend includes the intersection of faith, digital media, and cultural analysis, as seen in his 2023 article on Book-of-Mormon-themed video games.
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Aaron Curtis actively mentors faculty and leads curriculum development. As Dean, he chairs hiring and promotion committees, oversees program coordination, and contributes to university governance. He has led the re-engineering of general education programs and promotes innovative teaching through data visualization and technology integration. While no external grants are explicitly mentioned, his leadership in program assessment and educational research indicates ongoing scholarly and administrative funding activities.
He is associated with the Computer and Information Sciences program and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives in STEM education and digital humanities. His technical expertise includes Python, R, SQL, and PowerShell, and he supports research involving behavioral experiments, data analysis, and educational technology. His service includes roles on the University Promotion and Review Committee, Assessment Committee, and multiple faculty search committees.
