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Richard Robles is a tenured Professor in the College of Cooperative Education and Professional Studies at the University of Cincinnati. He specializes in cooperative education, electronic portfolio assessment, and leadership development. With over 20 years in higher education, he has held roles such as Director of Co-op Programs for engineering disciplines and Program Director for Graduate Co-op Programs. His work focuses on enhancing career readiness through work-integrated learning and digital tools.
- Education:
- EdD, Leadership Studies: Xavier University (2020)
- MBA: University of Cincinnati (2008)
- MS, Counseling & Student Personnel: Minnesota State University (2000)
- BA, Liberal Studies: Northern Arizona University (1996)
Dr. Robles' research explores how electronic portfolios and experiential learning impact student development. His recent work emphasizes leveraging technology to assess professional competencies and bridge academic-theoretical knowledge with workplace practice. He has led initiatives managing large co-op programs for engineering and honors students, supervising teams of faculty and staff.
His publications focus on ePortfolio implementation, leadership education, and cooperative learning outcomes. While no formal awards are listed, his contributions to program development reflect sustained excellence in experiential education.
In advising, he oversaw programs serving over 700 mechanical engineering students, coordinating reflection sessions and professional development courses. His tenure includes managing multimillion-dollar budgets and implementing technological systems for student organizations and leadership programs.
Robles is part of the Division of Experience-Based Learning & Career Education, where he continues to innovate in graduate-level work-integrated learning strategies.
