CURRICULUM VITAE Douglas C. Strahler

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1 CURRICULUM VITAE Douglas C. Strahler ACADEMIC/TEACHING EXPERIENCE Instructor, Department of Communication (August 2010 Present) Slippery Rock University Teach Web Design, Social Media, Issues in Communication Technology and Public Speaking courses to undergraduate students in class sizes averaging 20 to 40 students Developed curriculum for social media course Lead digital portfolio workshops for students Member of the Department s Student Development Committee (Spring 2011) Communication Department Nominee, President s Award for Excellence In Teaching ( ) Adjunct Professor, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University Magazine, Newspaper and Online Journalism Capstone (Summer 2011, 2012, & 2013) Responsible for researching and leading students in the development of a tablet version of the student capstone magazine using the InDesign CS 5.5/6 software Barcode (Summer 2011) was the first tablet-only magazine developed by the department using InDesign CS5.5 Barcode can be downloaded through The Best of Newhouse itunes storefront Twenty What (Summer 2012) was the second tablet-only magazine developed by the department using InDesign CS6 Twenty What can be downloaded through The Best of Newhouse itunes storefront Visual Communication Theory and Practice (Summer 2012) - Blog Taught the introduction to graphic design course to graduate students in a lecture setting of 100 students and a lab setting of 17 students Taught students graphic design theory Instructed students on how to use InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator CS6 for multiple design projects Part-time Instructor, Visual and Interactive Communications ( ) S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University Taught Web design and graphic design courses to undergraduate and graduate students in class sizes averaging 20 to 120 students Advisor to the Cuse Clothes Line fashion blog for the Fashion and Beauty Communications Milestone Adjunct Professor, Art Department ( ) Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, New York Taught Web design and graphic design courses to students in class sizes averaging 20 students Teaching Assistant, Syracuse University, S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications (2006) Taught Visual Communication Theory & Practice to 20 undergraduate students Taught multiple laboratory sessions in all Adobe Suite software 1

2 EDUCATION Ed.D. in Instructional Technology and Leadership, Duquesne University (ABD April 2013) Department of Instruction and Leadership in Education Pittsburgh, PA M.S. in New Media, Syracuse University (2006) S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications Syracuse, NY B.S. in Communication, Slippery Rock University (2005) Concentration: Emerging Technology & Multimedia College of Business, Information, and Social Sciences Slippery Rock, PA COURSES TAUGHT Interactive Multimedia II (Slippery Rock University, Undergraduate) Teach Web site development skills and multimedia authoring tools using HTML/HTML5, CSS/CSS3 and JavaScript Discussed theories in interface design, user-centered Web design and interactions, usability standards, information architecture, and designing effective web experiences Students were responsible for the design and development of a personal Web site with documentation, including an information architecture map, wireframe documents, and a rationale of design strategies Software taught: Adobe Dreamweaver CS5 Issues in Communication Technology (Slippery Rock University, Undergraduate) Teach principles and theories surrounding emerging technologies in radio and television broadcasting, multimedia production, telephony, cable and satellite delivery of television, personal communication devices, communication devices for the home, automobile, and community services Student-centered discussion on the history and issues surrounding communication technologies, as well as examining developments into a social perspective so that they might understand how a newly introduced product or service impacts society and various segments of the population Public Speaking (Slippery Rock University, Undergraduate) Visual Communication Theory & Practice (Syracuse University, Graduate) Taught principles and theories of graphic design Concurrent lab taught software and the computer as a layout and design tool Students applied theories and practices discussed in lectures to create publication projects Projects included resume design, identity system design (logo, business card, and letterhead), design magazine opening and cover spreads, poster design and Web page design Software taught: Adobe InDesign CS5, Illustrator CS5, & Photoshop CS5 Designing Interactivity (Syracuse University, Graduate and Undergraduate) Same concepts as Interactive Multimedia II (listed above) Journalism Enterprise (Syracuse University, Graduate) Taught the Magazine, Newspaper and Online Journalism students how to develop an online product for the print publication Discussed and implemented the process of Web site development through information architecture maps, wireframe documents, and design Web site mock-ups Software taught: Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 & Flash CS3 2

3 Visual Design for the Web (Onondaga Community College) Same concepts as Interactive Multimedia II (listed above) Introduction to Graphic Arts (Onondaga Community College) Taught principles and theories of graphic design Lab taught software and the computer as a layout and design tool Students applied theories and practices discussed in lectures to create publication projects Weekly projects allowed students to learn the software and practice the theories taught in class Software taught: Adobe InDesign CS3, Illustrator CS3, & Photoshop CS3 COURSES DEVELOPED Social Media (Slippery Rock University, Undergraduate) Developed the course curriculum Introduce students to the theoretical background to online communication and social media Discuss numerous social media tools from a Public Relations and Integrated Marketing Communications perspective Explore case studies involving social media Students were responsible for managing their online identity using tools such as LinkedIn & Twitter, and are required to produce a social media strategy for a brand Producing Cross-Platform Messages for Fashion Communications (Syracuse University, Graduate and Undergraduate) Developed the course curriculum Introduced students to different forms of online journalism and storytelling with a focus in the fashion communications industry Evaluated public communication problems for computer-based delivery in fashion communications Practiced forms of writing for the Web and using Content Management Systems Discussed digital photography, metadata, producing Web video and audio for the Web Students were responsible for regularly blogging on the class blog ( producing an online story on fashion communications, and researching strategies used by current online magazines Software taught: Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, & Photoshop; Garageband; Final Cut Pro; Soundslides Interactive Fashion Communications (Syracuse, University, Graduate and Undergraduate) Developed the course curriculum Introduced students to different forms of multimedia tools with a focus in the fashion communications industry Evaluated public communication problems for computer-based delivery in fashion communications Taught the different presentation layers in Flash, including animation, photography, audio & video Students were responsible for regularly blogging on the class blog ( producing an online story on fashion communications, and researching strategies used by current online magazines Software taught: Adobe Flash & Dreamweaver; Garageband; Final Cut Pro TEACHING EVALUATIONS Average scores nearly always exceed 4 on a 5-point scale (5 is most positive) Teaching evaluations available upon request 3

4 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Communication and Technology Specialist, VLN Partners ( Pittsburgh, PA (July 2009 to Present) An educational consulting company that works with public schools and other educational organizations to help them utilize our holistic model for blended learning to educate their students more effectively Develop and create customized online lessons for member school districts Manage and update school district portal websites Design and develop Web site s, Content Management Systems (CMS), brand and identity systems and collateral materials Partner, ThreeOneFive Design, Syracuse, NY (July 2006 December 2009) Founding partner of the web and graphic design start-up firm Designed and developed websites for commercial and educational clients Designed collateral material, branding strategies, and identity for clients Developed custom designed content management systems (Coldfusion/MySQL) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Member, New York State Communication Association (NYSCA) Presented on four panels at their annual conference in October Member, Eastern Communication Association (ECA) Presented on a panel at their annual conference in April Member, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) PRESENTATIONS Social Media University, University of Pittsburgh-Titusville (March 6, 2012) This presentation was given to the administration and staff at the University of Pittsburgh-Titusville and focused on providing them an overview of social media and developing a social media strategy for the campus, as well as strategy development for each campus office. Using Social Media Professionally, California University of Pennsylvania (December 1, 2011) This presentation was given to the PRSSA chapter at California University of Pennsylvania and focused examined how social media tools can be used for professional networking. Cyber-Threatening Behaviors & Social Media Panel Presentation, Slippery Rock University (November 15, 2011) This presentation discussed topics related to cyber-threatening behaviors, including cyber bullying, and was sponsored by the Office of Student Conflict Resolution Services and the Women s Center at Slippery Rock University. Representatives from the Office of Student Conflict Resolution Services, Women s Center, University Police, Criminology Department, and Communication Department discussed and answered questions related to victim resources. Student Code of Conduct, criminal consequences, and issues related to freedom of speech and social media. Dr. Thomas Flynn and myself represented the Communication Department. 4

5 Social Media & Rotary International, University of Pittsburgh-Titusville (April 9, 2011) This 30-minute lecture was presented to Rotarians on the impact social media has had on people, the differences between the platforms, and how they can get the word out on their projects and fundraisers. Cyber-Threatening Behaviors & Social Media Panel Presentation, Slippery Rock University (April 7, 2011) This presentation discussed topics related to cyber-threatening behaviors, including cyber bullying, and was sponsored by the Office of Student Conflict Resolution Services and the Women s Center at Slippery Rock University. Representatives from the Office of Student Conflict Resolution Services, Women s Center, University Police, Criminology Department, and Communication Department discussed and answered questions related to victim resources. Student Code of Conduct, criminal consequences, and issues related to freedom of speech and social media. Dr. Thomas Flynn and myself represented the Communication Department. Social Media & Rotary International, Slippery Rock University (April 2, 2011) This 30-minute lecture was presented to Rotarians on the impact social media has had on people, the differences between the platforms, and how they can get the word out on their projects and fundraisers. Instructional Technology Trends, Jamesville-Dewitt High School, Syracuse, New York (March 25, 2011) Presented topics related to the latest trends in instructional technology in educational settings to Mr. David Nylen s Instructional Technology class. Social Media & Amusement Parks, Slippery Rock University (March 3, 2011) This lecture was presented to Dr. Katrina Quinn s PR Campaigns course and focused on their client, Conneaut Lake Park, and examined social media usage at amusement parks. E-Portfolio Workshop, Slippery Rock University September 2009, January 2010, September 2010, & February 2011 Introduction to digital portfolio development using online web services, including Weebly, Wordpress, and Wix. NASPA 2008 Annual Conference, Boston, MA (March 2008) Assisted in the conduction of the ReadySET, the freshmen orientation package for Syracuse University, poster session and answered questions about the design concepts of the ReadySET. My graphic and web design firm were responsible for the planning, development and design of the orientation package. Introduction to Typography, Slippery Rock University Fall 2005, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, & 2012 Presented an introduction to typography to Dr. Valerie Swarts Visual Literacy course. What is Graphic Design & Information Graphics, Slippery Rock University (Fall 2006) Joint lecture with Professor Greg Hedges on information graphics presented to Dr. Valerie Swarts Visual Literacy course. National Press Foundation, Washington, D.C. (2006) Represented the Newhouse School at the National Press Foundation Awards Dinner and designed the Flash presentation for the 2005 Excellence in Online Journalism Award recipient, National Geographic Magazine online. 5

6 CONFERENCE PANELS "To Be or Not to Be": Managing Online and Offline Professional Identities, Chair/Panelist. New York State Communication Association Conference, Ellenville, NY, October Rules and Consequences: The Ethics and Law of Social Media, Panelist. New York State Communication Association Conference, Ellenville, NY, October Developing Deeper Connections with Digital Portfolios: Connecting and Collaborating with the Professional World, Panelist. New York State Communication Association Conference, Ellenville, NY, October Evolving Conversations: Perceptions of Social Networking Websites for Establishing Personal and Professional Connections. Chair. New York State Communication Association Conference, Ellenville, NY, October Roundtable on Internet Legal Issues. Panelist. Eastern Communication Association Convention, Philadelphia, PA, April PUBLICATIONS Transparency, Misrepresentation, and Social Media. In Regulating Social Media. Gumpert, G. and Drucker, S. (eds.) Peter Lang. Co-authored with Dr. Thomas Flynn. June 15, PROFESSIONAL/ACADEMIC HONORS & AWARDS Communication Department Nominee, President s Award for Excellence in Teaching ( ) The President s Award for Excellence in Teaching was created to honor outstanding teachers based on many factors including their commitment to teaching beyond contractual obligations, a participatory and engaging pedagogy, developing and using innovative classroom practices and commitment to scholarly growth. Faculty members may be nominated by students, peers, staff or alumni. ReadySET, Syracuse University s New Student Orientation Package. A coordinated, phased and streamlined family of publications produced for the Division of Student Affairs at Syracuse University. To date, the ReadySET has won five major national accolades. Grand Silver Excellence Award, National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (2007) Gold Award for Excellence, National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (2007) - Syracuse University s first Excellence Award at the Gold Level Outstanding General Handbook, National Orientation Directors Association (2007) Best Practices in Communications-Silver, Council for Advancement and Support of Education (2007) Most Innovative Submission, National Student Affairs Best Practices Report (2007) Vice-President, Newhouse Masters Association (Fall 2005 Spring 2006) Organized events and fund-raisers for the Graduate program Twenty What, Tablet Magazine, Syracuse University, Magazine, Newspaper & Online Program Third Place in the 2013 News Products Appearing on Other Digital Platforms, Student Society for News Design, University of Missouri. 6

7 INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES Program Innovation Committee. Served on this committee during the academic school year in the Department of Communication at Slippery Rock University. This committee is responsible for researching and developing potential program advancements for the department, and creating plans to implement the proposed advancements. Student Mentor. Meet and consult students on social media campaigns and website development for their internships. Slippery Rock University Department of Communication Advisory Board Present. Slippery Rock University Department of Communication Website & Social Media. Responsible for updating the Department of Communication web pages from Fall 2011 Spring 2013 and currently leading a group of students with the analysis and redevelopment of new materials for the Facebook page. Slippery Rock University Department of Communication Representative. Served as the department representative to numerous student visitations and freshmen orientation workshops. Student Marketing and Development Committee. Served on this committee during the academic school year in the Department of Communication at Slippery Rock University. SRU Digital Portfolio Workshop. This workshop is part of the Senior Seminar presentations, where students are responsible for creating a digital portfolio documenting their work at Slippery Rock University. I was responsible for lecturing on planning, developing and designing a digital portfolio, and was the point person to students having questions about the process. NHinteractive. Newhouse Interactive is a Web site used by the Newhouse School to display student work and practice online storytelling. I was responsible for building the site and the supporting Content Management System to manage the site. ( Cuse Clothes Line. Cuse Clothes Line is a new student-run blog for student s interested in learning about blogging and blogging about fashion-related topics. Established in my Spring 2008 Fashion course, it has been adapted from a class blog to a start-up student organization. ( TECHNICAL & SPECIALIZED SKILLS Software Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign Adobe Dreamweaver & Flash Programming ability in HTML/CSS/Coldfusion Database management using MySQL Garageband Final Cut Pro Microsoft Office Moodle Dropbox Social Media Platforms & Tools Facebook Profiles, Pages & Groups Twitter LinkedIn YouTube TweetDeck & HootSuite BrandYourself Social Mention SEO 7

8 REFERENCES Stephen Masiclat Director of New Media Management Graduate Program & Associate Professor S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University Newhouse 3 Rm. 255A Telephone: (315) masiclat@syr.edu Professor Stephen Masiclat served as my program director for the New Media Master s program at Syracuse University, business partner for ThreeOneFive Design, and supervisor to my adjunct position at the Newhouse School since Melissa Chessher Chair of the Magazine Department; Director of Magazine, Newspaper and Online Journalism Graduate Program; & Associate Professor S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University Newhouse 3 Rm. 318C Telephone: (315) mchesshe@syr.edu Professor Melissa Chessher served as a co-instructor for the Journalism Enterprise graduate course, where we worked together to assist students in developing a magazine prototype from scratch, including print, website, and tablet versions since Dr. Thomas Stewart Associate Professor Department of Communication, Slippery Rock University 213D Eisenberg Building Telephone: (315) thomas.stewart@sru.edu Dr. Thomas Stewart served as my instructor as a student at Slippery Rock University from and has served as my colleague and mentor in the Emerging Technology and Multimedia program since Dr. David Carbonara Assistant Professor School of Education Instructional Technology 327A Fisher Hall Telephone: (412) carbonara@duq.edu Dr. David Carbonara is currently serving as my dissertation committee chair and has been my instructor in a few of my doctoral program courses at Duquesne University. 8