KEVIN E. JAMES, Ed.D.,

KEVIN E. JAMES, Ed.D., Harvard MDP Email: kevinejames@hotmail.com LinkedIn Page: www.linkedin.com/in/kevinejames EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CURRICULUM VITAE Chief academic officer, higher education and business executive for higher education institutions; professional higher education experience having served in several capacities ranging from classroom instruction to executive administrative roles at various collegiate institutions ranging from an Ivy League to historically Black colleges and Proprietary universities. STRENGTHS/ HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE Managed multi-million dollar budgets Staff Training & Leadership Behavior Modification Professor, Public Speaker/ Lecturer Change Management Profit & Loss Experience Adult Education/ Andragogy/ Policy Supervised up to 45+ staff members/faculty Strategic Planning & Execution Enrollment Management & Admissions Marketing/ Business Development Delivering Top-Rated Customer Service SKILLS Superior Customer Service; ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with staff Effective problem-solver and decision maker; ability to motivate and encourage others to contribute to a team effort; effective oral and written communication skills; exceptionally autonomous, persistent and competitive Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills; adaptable to new concepts and responsibilities Proficient in handling diverse tasks simultaneously A detail-oriented, efficient, organized professional with working knowledge of varied systems; possess strong analytical and problem solving skills Certified Distance Learning Instructor- Moodle, Blackboard, WebCT, ecollege, ClassLive Pro, Elluminate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook Express, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Office, Windows 8 EDUCATION DOCTOR OF EDUCATION (Ed.D.) HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERSHIP THE FISCHLER SCHOOL OF EDUCATON AND HUMAN SERVICES, NCATE ACCREDITED NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA Dissertation: Phenomenological Case Study of the Impact of Historically Black College Marching Bands Page 1 of 13

Major Professor and Chair: Dr. G. Jeremiah Ryan, President of Bergen Community College MASTER OF SCIENCE (M.S.) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT, LEADERSHIP & ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS SORRELL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS, AACSB ACCREDITED TROY STATE UNIVERSITY, TROY, ALABAMA BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) COMMUNICATION SCIENCES & DISORDERS MINOR: SOCIAL SCIENCES WINTHROP UNIVERSITY, ROCK HILL, SOUTH CAROLINA PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION 18 GRADUATE HOURS COMPLETED K-12 EDUCATION ALBANY STATE UNIVERSITY, ALBANY, GEORGIA HIGHER EDUCATION MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION INSTITUTES FOR HIGHER EDUCATION HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS DISSERTATION CHAIR & COMMITTEE TRAINING NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY, PRESCOTT ARIZONA FMD 5126: DISSERTATION MANAGEMENT INNER STRENGTHS OF SUCCESSFUL LEADERS HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS EMPLOYMENT Dean of Academic Affairs (Chief Academic Officer) Herzing University Atlanta, Georgia September 2015- Present Herzing University, founded in 1965 with campuses located in 11 states, is a private non-profit, careerfocused institution of higher education that awards associate, bachelor, and master s degrees in business, technology, healthcare, design, and public safety Responsibilities: This highly executive management position serves as the chief academic officer at an assigned campus and is responsible for its academic quality; promotes the mission by providing effective academic leadership and oversight of all academic operations, instruction, assessment, faculty training and professional development, as well as library services supervise School Chairs, campus Registrar, Librarian, and 30+ faculty/staff Primarily responsible for delivering quality education by managing academic resources, ensuring proper instruction, assessment and delivery of curriculum materials, managing Page 2 of 13

the learning environment, and facilitating the use of the institution s learning methods and materials. Establish and monitor faculty and staff performance standards and goals; conduct ongoing and annual performance reviews as outlined in the employee and faculty handbooks. Establish class schedules in accordance with course requirements in consultation with the Campus President; schedule classroom and lab facilities as needed for instruction for onground courses. Assure grades and records are submitted accurately and promptly in accordance with University s grading policy and procedure; assure that class attendance is reported in accordance with the University's policy and procedure. Responsible for acquiring computer resources, materials and supplies, textbooks and other materials that are to be used for instructional and learning resource purposes; make recommendations with respect to replacing instructional equipment. Manage the recruitment and selection of teaching staff through establishing the requirements, reviewing applications and interviewing candidates; serves as a member of the review panel for faculty candidate s mock presentations; ensure faculty personnel files are maintained according to University policies. Administer and supervise faculty training, development, and promotion as outlined in the Faculty Handbook. Regularly monitor quality of instruction through classroom visits for traditional format classes and review of online student interaction in the online class section in online or hybrid courses. Manage administration of student satisfaction surveys including (but not necessarily limited to) end-of-course critiques, HAPPI surveys and the All-Herzing Survey. Manage student internship and/or clinical programs that are part of the campus' curriculum. Encourage a high level of faculty morale by being readily available to discuss with faculty their needs and promote positive attitudes among the staff and the students of the Campus. Maintain a current database of faculty credentials, length of service, and experience related to their teaching areas. Assure high academic standards through the establishment of appropriate student evaluation mechanisms; initiate local curriculum development activities in accordance with the University's curriculum development policy. Maintain and use the campus' program advisory committees for the purpose of curriculum and textbook review and direction. Maintain current course and subject outlines for all courses and subjects offered by the college; keep current with state/accreditation reporting requirements related to curriculum changes and ensures appropriate materials are available as required to support any approval changes. Actively engage in and promote student academic achievement assessment processes and procedures; use student academic achievement assessment data to improve instructional methodologies. Monitor student retention and satisfaction; assist in developing action plans for improving student retention/satisfaction; share best practices for improving student retention/satisfaction with colleagues at other campuses. Evaluate student problems and concerns, counsel them within the norm of society and the regulations of the University; mediate staff-student conflicts in a professional manner. Page 3 of 13

Adjunct Professor Online Course Developer Claflin University, Orangeburg, South Carolina School of Business School of Education Advisor, Golden Key International Honour Society July 2014- Present Teach courses using Moodle platform and hold office hours Develop and maintain on-line instructional support Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kevin James Unlimited Education Group, LLC 2009- Present Overview: Kevin James Unlimited Education Group assists students and families with education decision-making and provides education counseling and admission services; additionally specialize in development of a compelling resume or curriculum vitae that is comprehensive with pertinent achievements, skills, experience, and keywords to get clients the job interview. PREVIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE, TEACHING, RESEARCH POSITIONS Associate Executive Director July 2014- September 2015 School of Professional and Continuing Studies Director, Fort Jackson Site Adjunct Professor, School of Business Advisor, Golden Key International Honour Society Claflin University Columbia/Orangeburg, South Carolina Claflin University, founded in 1869, is a progressive, independent, liberal arts, co-educational historically Black institution that is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Claflin was selected as a Best Value Top Private College nationally, along with being a Top Tier College regarding graduation rates and selected as the Top HBCU for alumni giving; Claflin won the 2015 HBCU of the Year Award Primarily responsible for delivering quality education by managing academic resources at the Fort Jackson, South Carolina site; manage faculty and staff. Primary responsible for marketing degree and certificate programs of study to businesses, agencies, two-year colleges, nonprofit organizations, community groups and other entities with the goal of increasing enrollment and developing brand awareness of the institution. Responsible for the development, budgeting, implementation, operation, evaluation, and supervision of on-ground and online degree and certificate programs of study. Responsible for curriculum development and creation of new programs to meet the Continuing and Professional Education needs of nontraditional students while continuing to strengthen current partnerships, develop new partnerships in the field of business, law enforcement, health care, and judicial systems with a focus on building workforce development needs and 21 st century skills. Utilize various databases and other technology that focuses on student enrollment, retention, online learning, student proficiency, outcomes, and persistence to drive decision making and continuous improvement. Page 4 of 13

Teach business courses; develop and maintain on-line instructional support. Claflin University Service Appointed/ Office of the Provost Committees Faculty Standing Committee member, Professional and Continuing Studies Faculty Standing Committee member, Distance Learning Faculty Standing Committee member, General Education Curriculum Faculty Standing Committee member, Academic Advising Faculty Standing Committee member, Marketing and Claflin Website Advisory Committee Faculty Standing Committee member, Provost s Academic Affairs Committee Faculty Standing Committee member, Jenzabar Group Committee Faculty Standing Committee member, President s Online Education Task Force Student Support Services Subcommittee Member Faculty Standing Committee member, Commencement Committee Faculty Standing Committee member, President Enrollment Committee HONORS/ ACHIEVEMENTS AT CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Midlands Technical College Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and BlueCross BlueShield Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Columbia Police Department Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Richland County Sheriff s Department Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Palmetto Health Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and TRANE Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Zeus Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Sysco Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Richland School District One Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Richland School District Two Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Orangeburg School District Five Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and South Carolina State Guard Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Orangeburg Sheriff s Department Articulation agreement signed, Claflin University and Sumter County Sheriff s Department Wrote and presented proposal/new policy for Experiential Learning Model to be implemented at Claflin University Wrote article in Momentum magazine, A Legacy of Access and Success. Moodle Faculty Orientation/ Online Teaching Certification Chartered Golden Key International Honour Society (Advisor) Hired and trained 5 new staff members Office/marketing representative for Claflin University, United Way Campaign to raise $10,000 for university Internal Audit Reviewer, Program Review of English Department Dean of Academic Affairs (Chief Academic Officer) December 2013- July 2014 ITT Technical Institute Page 5 of 13

Columbia, South Carolina ITT Technical Institute is a leading provider of technology-oriented postsecondary degree programs located in 39 states with a national enrollment of 60,000+ students *Accreditation Experience with Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS)--Accreditation Reaffirmed via Periodic Review. *Excellent audit score for Academics, spring 2014 Responsibilities: This highly executive management position serves as the chief academic officer at an assigned campus and is responsible for its academic quality; promotes the mission by providing effective academic leadership and oversight of all academic operations, instruction, assessment, faculty training and professional development, as well as library services supervise Associate Dean, School Chairs, and 30+ faculty/staff. Primarily responsible for delivering quality education by managing academic resources, ensuring proper instruction, assessment and delivery of curriculum materials, managing the learning environment, and facilitating the use of the institution s learning methods and materials. Provides leadership, direction, motivation and supervision of direct reports, establishes performance expectations, monitors performance (including conducting classroom observations), analyzes key performance indicators, provides coaching and feedback, evaluates performance and recommends corrective actions. Responsible for leading the campus leadership team including the Associate Dean, Associate Dean of General Studies, Chairs and Program Chairs; creates academic goals and objectives for the Institutional Effectiveness Plan and directs department staff in the achievement of these goals and objectives. Ensures the department s compliance with policies and procedures, ethical practices, government agencies guidelines and accrediting organizations criteria; stays abreast of changes in law, regulations and policies and procedures; provides proper and timely documentation to support regulatory compliance and provides training, guidance and direction to ensure understanding and compliance within department staff. Delivers quality student services that promote academic success by planning and managing student orientations, overseeing academic advising, and managing academic support services such as tutoring and remediation programs; directs and evaluates the achievement of student performance objectives; performs attrition analysis and manages the campuses retention program. Responsible for development and implementation of retention strategies and initiatives, overseeing the campuses re-entry program, attending campus events, and involvement in community and professional organizations and events. Board of Directors, Chair of Scholarship Committee November 2010- November 2013 Girls Incorporated Columbus, Georgia The Board of Directors of Girls Incorporated of Columbus and Russell County is comprised of individuals from numerous walks of life, each with the desire to see girls of all ages develop to be Strong, Smart and Bold Set long-range plans for the organization, spearheaded fundraising efforts and advocated on behalf of the organization with local officials and the greater community. Page 6 of 13

Dean of Academic Affairs, Chief Academic Officer (Promoted) 2009-2013 Strayer University Columbus, Georgia Strayer University is a graduate degree awarding institution with a national enrollment of 57,000 students. *Accreditation Experience with Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)-- Accreditation Reaffirmed via Periodic Review in 2012 *Specialized Accreditation: Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)- 2011-2013. Accreditation granted in 2013 Responsibilities: This highly administrative management position serves as the chief academic officer and Designated School Official (DSO) at an assigned campus and is responsible for its academic quality; responsible for hiring and start-up of academic affairs for a new campus. The Campus Dean works to maintain an academic atmosphere conducive to both staffing and learning. The Dean is responsible for ensuring and assessing student learning, improving graduation rates, timely scheduling and staffing of courses every quarter, resolving faculty and student concerns, and teaching. Assured compliance with academic policies, procedures, and high standards for accrediting agencies. Audited course syllabi for faculty, reviewed course learning assessment tools, and ensured quality instruction through observations. Recruited, hired, assigned and mentored faculty, ensured their successful completion of teaching demonstrations, new faculty orientation, and instructor certification processes Conducted, reviewed, and discussed student evaluation poll data to improve teaching and other aspects of performance. Compiled and reported student and program data and other activity updates to Vice President. Conducted unofficial transcript evaluations to determine prerequisite requirements and optimal course sequencing. Conducted departmental initiatives and projects that would increase the level of effectiveness and efficiency of academic systems and support while aiming to achieve increased retention, persistence, and graduation rates. Taught undergraduate and graduate courses and participated in annual graduation ceremonies. Professor, Faculty Member Strayer University Online Strayer School of Education Strayer School of Business Taught courses using Blackboard, WebCT, ecollege, ClassLive Pro, Elluminate platform and held office hours. Developed and maintained on-line instructional support. Associate Dean/ Professor (Promoted) Strayer University Huntsville, Alabama Page 7 of 13

Assisted with the implementation of the Strayer University Verizon Wireless Cohort Program (A program which places Strayer University in each Verizon Wireless call center which housed up to 2000 employees. This program was designed to offer all of the academic conveniences of a college campus at each call center). Supervised and maintained the academic atmosphere at Verizon Call-Center Campus. Taught undergraduate and graduate courses and participated in annual graduation ceremonies. Recruited, hired, assigned and mentored faculty; ensured their successful completion of teaching demonstrations, new faculty orientation, and instructor certification processes. Professor, Full-time Faculty Member, School of Business, School of Education Strayer University Columbia, South Carolina Taught four college courses and held office hours. Developed and maintained instructional support. HONORS/ ACHIEVEMENTS AT STRAYER UNIVERSITY 95% continuation rate for eligible students for summer 2009 Quarter Surpassed Total Campus Recruitment and Retention Goal Budget--- 105% (summer 2009) Selected by Vice President for Regional Academics Operations and Regional Dean of Onsite Programs to participate in High Potential Employee Program (HPE) to be promoted to Dean at Strayer University (Completed December, 2009) Completed Faculty Online Instructor Training, fall 2009 105% continuation rate for fall 2009 Quarter Surpassed Total Campus Recruitment and Retention Goal Budget--- 105% (fall 2009) Campus featured in The Huntsville Times Newspaper Promoted to Associate Dean Promoted to Campus Dean/ Campus Chief Academic Officer Selected by Vice Provost of Faculty and Director of Special Projects in service to university project- participated in the spring 2010 Strayer University Student Intervention Request (SIR) Program Regularly received outstanding/ highly effective ratings on teaching and performance evaluations completed by students Selected by Dean of New Campus Openings in service to university project- Advisory Board to recreate the New Employee Orientation Manual (Spring 2011) Selected to represent Strayer University in the Georgia Higher Education Alliance (2011) Selected by Senior Vice Provost and Regional Academic Dean to participate in Strayer University s Talent Panel to interview, select and hire new Full-time Faculty and Campus Deans Selected by Regional Academic Dean and Director of Academic Leadership Development to participate in Strayer University s Campus Leadership Program panel to instruct new Campus Deans how to hire the best faculty Awarded New Campus of the Year- Runner-up (2011) Awarded Region of the Year (2011) Received a satisfactory audit rating- Academic department Advisor, Golden Key International Honour Society, Strayer University Chapter (2011-2013) Page 8 of 13

Awarded Region of the Year (2012) Campus Awarded Perfect Commendable Audit score (2012) Received Highly Effective evaluation rating from Senior Vice Provost (2012) Received 4.8/5 evaluation rating from employees (2012) 110% student continuation rate for fall 2012 quarter Runner-up for Campus of the quarter for fall 2012 (out of 25 Southeast Region Campuses) Selected to serve on the Regional Blackboard Assessment Team to represent the Southeast Region. (2013) Professor for Ph.D. / Ed.D. Programs School of Education Northcentral University Prescott Valley, Arizona Northcentral University, located in Prescott Arizona, is an accredited proprietary university of 9,000 students that provides graduate and undergraduate degree programs in business and technology management, education, and psychology Taught courses using online technologies and held office hours. Developed and maintained on-line instructional support. Developed courses and revision as needed. Oversaw and served on Ph.D. and Ed.D. Dissertation Committees in the School of Education. Manager University of Pennsylvania, Graduate School of Education Philadelphia, Pennsylvania UPenn, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is the nation s first university. It is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative Ivy League University with an endowment of $6.23 billion Under the leadership of the Vice Dean, worked with Penn GSE faculty and international scholars to develop research projects in education. Supervised UPenn/ East China Normal University Joint Doctoral Program. Responsible for all document production for the GSE-International Programs, including proposals, reports and communications. Worked closely with the Vice Dean in the development of new programs, and assisted in her role as Special Advisor to the President. Director of Student Support Services (SSS) and TRIO Programs Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College Orangeburg, South Carolina OC Tech, located in Orangeburg, South Carolina is an associate degree-awarding two-year public institution with an enrollment of 3,300 students Under the leadership of the Vice President for Student Affairs, managed and evaluated the department for SSS. Responsible for academic support, career development, counseling, two-four year college transfer, tutoring, and mentoring. Page 9 of 13

Chair of the Orangeburg-Calhoun college retention team: Responsible for increasing counseling, tutorial, academic support for first generation, low income, and students with disabilities. Designed and developed policies and wrote student support grants and performance reports for submission to U.S Department of Education. Responsible for a budget of $500,000 and supervision of 16 staff. Admission Representative University of Phoenix Louisville, Kentucky University of Phoenix is the nation's largest private university, offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs at more than 200 locations, as well as online in most countries around the world Responsible for advising undergraduate and graduate students regarding admissions, degree completion requirements, and financial aid. Enrolled students for the university s graduate, undergraduate and associate degree programs. Recruitment Coordinator Midlands Technical College Columbia, South Carolina Midlands Technical College is located in Columbia, South Carolina and is an associate degree-awarding two-year public institution with an enrollment of 30,000+ students Provided and implemented a comprehensive recruiting and marketing plans targeted toward high school students, parents, guidance counselors, high school administrators, local employers, and community organizations. Developed recruitment, marketing, and educational campaign for referral sources to enhance enrollment in low enrollment program areas. Requested as speaker at various events. Alternative After- School Program Manager Richland School District One Southeast Middle Alternative School Hopkins, South Carolina Southeast Middle School is located in Hopkins, South Carolina (Public K-12 Education) Prepared and coordinated educational programs for students who had been expelled from school. Supervised 8 instructors, assigned teaching activities, executed payroll, and was responsible for a budget of $100,000. Consulted with hearing officers and made recommendations for behavioral intervention plans. Developed and implemented individual counseling sessions to assist in resolving conflict. Provided parent education, behavior management skills/techniques, communication skills and access to community resources to support the student and family. Page 10 of 13

Academic Instructor Turner Job Corporation Albany, Georgia Residential Private K-12 Education/Vocational Training program for 1200 students in Albany, Georgia Prepared and taught lessons geared to the needs of students so that they would obtain a High School Diploma or a General Education Development Diploma (GED) ages 16-24. Taught math, science, social studies, language arts, and writing, job preparation, and interviewing skills. Provided motivational and individualized counseling to students with special needs to address emotional, behavioral, social, cultural and educational needs of students. Assisted in program evaluations and needs assessments. SCHOLARLY RESEARCH INTERESTS Areas of research interest include, but are not limited to: Educational leadership and Executive management for higher education institutions Historical Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Andragogy (Adult Learning)/ Distance Learning Business management, leadership, and organizational effectiveness At-risk youth in urban communities Cultural anthropology Proprietary Institutions COURSES TAUGHT Claflin University BADM 463 Personal Values and Organization Ethics (Undergraduate) Strayer University MKT 100 Principles of Marketing (Undergraduate) BUS 100 Introduction to Business (Undergraduate) BUS 107 Fundamentals of ebusiness (Undergraduate) BUS 290 Business Ethics (Undergraduate) BUS 302 Principles of Management (Undergraduate) BUS 322 Principles of Organization Behavior (Undergraduate) BUS 508 Business Enterprise (MBA, Graduate) BUS 515 Operations Management (MBA, Graduate) BUS 520 Leadership & Organizational Behavior (MBA, Graduate) BUS 521 Entrepreneurship and Innovation (MBA, Graduate) BUS 530 Strategic Human Resource Management (MBA, Graduate) EDU 550 Curriculum Design and Development (M.Ed., Graduate) EDU 542 Integrating Technology into Education (M.Ed., Graduate) Northcentral University LHE 7004 Organization and Governance of Higher Education (Ph.D., Ed.D. Graduate) LHE 7005 Legal Issues in Higher Education (Ph.D., Ed.D. Graduate) LHE 7007 Strategic Enrollment Leadership (Ph.D., Ed.D. Graduate) Page 11 of 13

LHE 7011 Foundations of Higher Education Leadership (Ph.D., Ed.D. Graduate) LHE 7012 Strategic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness (Ph.D., Ed.D. Graduate) LHE 7014 Introduction to the Community College (Ph.D., Ed.D. Graduate) DOCTORAL DISSERTATION COMMITTEES Jennifer Anderson, Northcentral University, Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) A Mixed Methods Study to Effectively Build a Culture of Assessment and the Impact Electronic Assessment has on Faculty Participation, 2010. Melvin Hawkins, Northcentral University, Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) Community College Leadership: Exploring the Experiences of African American Presidents, 2011. COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS/ ASSOCIATIONS 1997 Present 1998 Present Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Life Member ( Prince Hall Masonic Fraternity- 32º 2000 Present Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated 2001 Present Winthrop University Alumni Association 2004 Present Troy University Alumni Association 2005 Present American College Personnel Association (ACPA) 2005 Present South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) 2007 Present 2009 Present 2009 Present 2011 Present 2011 Present 2011 Present BOARD MEMBERSHIPS 100 Black Men of America/ 100 Black Men of Greater Atlanta Chapter Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education ( Nova Southeastern University Alumni Association Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) #1 Stunnas Motorsports Club 501 (c) (3) Golden Key International Honour Society, Strayer University Chapter Advisor (2011-2013) Claflin University Chapter Advisor, 2014- Present 2008 2012 2011 2013 2013 Present Board of Directors, Creative Foundations Inc., Fort Valley, Georgia Board of Directors, Girls Inc. of Columbus, Georgia, Phenix and Russell Counties- Chair of Scholarship Committee National Board, #1 Stunnas Motorsports Club 501 (c) (3) PUBLICATIONS AND RESEARCH (Selected) Book Chapters/ Essays (+ = invited) Peer Reviewed Publication (±) Kevin E. James, Phenomenological Case Study of the Impact of Historically Black College Marching Bands (Ed.D. Dissertation, Nova Southeastern University, 2008). +Marybeth Gasman, Kevin E. James During an Economic Downturn, Why Suggest Closing the Public Black Colleges? Diverse Issues in Higher Education (December 5, 2008). + ± Davido Dupree, Marybeth Gasman, Kevin E. James, and Margaret Beale Spencer, Identity, Identification and Socialization: Preparation and Retention of African American Males in Page 12 of 13

Institutions of Higher Education, In Henry Frierson, Willie Pearson, and James Wyche (Eds.). Black American Males in Higher Education: Research, Programs and Academe. (New York: Emerald Publishers, 2009). Kevin E. James, Study finds that HBCU Marching Bands Affect Institutional Effectiveness The Podium (Spring 2010). Kevin E. James, A Legacy of Access and Success at Claflin University Momentum Magazine (Spring 2015). PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS (Selected) Kevin E. James (2004, February). Learning Styles of our Youth, Region III Academic Conference, Atlanta, Georgia. Kevin E. James (2006, February). Landing that Job. Speaker, Fourth Annual Future Focus Career Quest, Heyward Career Center, Columbia, South Carolina. Kevin E. James (2006, March). Ain t No Stopping Us Now. Project Gang Out Address, Project Gang Out, Columbia, South Carolina. Kevin E. James (2006, 2007 May). Strive for the Highest. Commencement Ceremony Address, Heyward Career Technology, Columbia, South Carolina. Kevin E. James (2014 May). Eating While Dreaming. Speaker, Academic Honors Award Ceremony, CA Johnson High School, Columbia, South Carolina. Page 13 of 13