Deborah L. Dunn Faculty Vita (September 1, 2008 - August 31, 2013) Department: Computer Science Rank: Professor Qualification Status: AQ Tenure Status: Tenured EDUCATION PHD, 1995. Institution: Texas A&M University Specialization/Major: Computer Science MS, 1989. Institution: Stephen F. Austin State University Specialization/Major: Computer Science BBA, 1982. Institution: Stephen F. Austin State University Specialization/Major: Business Data Processing Honors: Cum laude PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT Professor Stephen F. Austin State University, August 2011 - Present Associate Professor Stephen F. Austin State University, August 2006 - May 2011 Assistant Professor Stephen F. Austin State University, August 2002 - May 2006 Division Director/Associate Professor Tusculum College, August 1995 - May 2002 Instructor Blinn College, August 1992 - August 1995 Lecturer Texas A&M University, June 1990 - August 1995 Graduate Assistant Texas A&M University, June 1989 - June 1990 Graduate Assistant Stephen F. Austin State University, June 1987 - May 1989 Programmer/Analyst III
Mobil Oil Corporation, December 1982 - May 1987 INTELLECTUAL CONTRIBUTIONS Peer Reviewed Journal Articles Gundersen, D. E., Jennings, S. E., Dunn, D. L., Fisher, W. W., Kouliavtsev, M., Rogers, V. C. (2011). A Pillar for Successful Business School Accreditation: Conducting the Curriculum Review Process - A Systematic Approach. American Journal of Business Education, 4(5), 39-48. www.cluteinstitute Eubanks, A.-M., Strader, R. G., Dunn, D. L. (2011). A Comparison of Compact Robotics Platforms for Model Teaching. Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 26(4), 35-40. Dunn, D. L., Strader, R. G. (2010). Evolution of a Project Based Graphics Course. The Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 25(4), 68-74. Other Intellectual Contributions Proceeding Dunn, D. L., Cook, D. A. (2011). Utilization of Assessment Tools for a Multi-Accreditation Program. Indianapolis, IN: 2011 ABET Symposium. Dunn, D. L., Strader, R. G., Pickard, M. M. (2011). Camps on a Shoestring: How We Survived a Summer (pp. 383-388). Dallas, TX: Proceedings of the 42nd ACM Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education. Presentations Dunn, D. L. (Presenter & Author), Cook, D. A. (Presenter & Author), 2011 ABET Symposium, "Utilization of Assessment Tools for a Multi-Accreditation Program," ABET, Inc., Indianapolis, IN. (April 2011). Eubanks, A.-M. (Presenter & Author), Strader, R. G. (Author Only), Dunn, D. L. (Author Only), 22nd Annual South Central Regional Conference, "A Comparison of Compact Robotics Platforms for Model Teaching," Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges, Huntsville, TX. (April 15, 2011). Gundersen, D. E. (Author Only), Rogers, V. C. (Presenter & Author), Jennings, S. E. (Author Only), Dunn, D. L. (Author Only), Fisher, W. W. (Author Only), Kouliavtsev, M. (Author Only), 2011 New Orleans International Education Conference, "A Pillar for Successful Business School Accreditation: Conducting the Curriculum Review Process - A Systematic Approach," The Clute Institute, New Orleans La.. (March 15, 2011). Eubanks, A.-M. (Presenter & Author), Strader, R. G. (Presenter & Author), Dunn, D. L. (Presenter & Author), SFA Bright Ideas Conference, "A Comparison of Compact Robotics Platforms for Model Teaching," SFASU, Nacogdoches, TX. (April 8, 2010). PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Certified Online Instructor, Stephen F. Austin State University. (May 2008 - Present).
HONORS AND RECOGNITIONS College Service Award, Rusche College of Business, Service, University. (2010). TEACHING ACCOMPLISHMENTS Classes Taught Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2013 CSC 452 1, Database App. Development CSC 101 3, Introduction to Computing CSC 101 601, Introduction to Computing Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall 2012 CSC 101 604, Introduction to Computing Stephen F. Austin State University, Summer 2012 CSC 101 201, Introduction to Computing Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2012 CSC 452 1, Database App. Development Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall 2011 CSC 575 1, Adv Studies - MS/CSC Comp Oral CSC 520 1, Database Management Systems Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2011 CSC 452 1, Database App. Development CSC 426 1, Requirements Engr & System Mod Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall 2010 CSC 102 7, Computer Science Principles CSC 520 1, Database Management Systems Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2010 CSC 452 1, Database App. Development CSC 524 1, DBMS-Architecture & Management Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall 2009 CSC 102 2, Computer Science Principles CSC 520 1, Database Management Systems
Stephen F. Austin State University, Summer 1 2009 CSC 121 1, Intro Info Proc Sys Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2009 CSC 102 6, Computer Science Principles CSC 441 1, Prin of Sys Programming Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall 2008 CSC 102 4, Computer Science Principles CSC 102 6, Computer Science Principles CSC 542 1, Operating System Concepts Professional Development Conference Attendance, "44th SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education", ACM/SIGCSE. (March 6, 2013 - March 10, 2013). Conference Attendance, "43rd SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education", ACM/SIGCSE. (February 29, 2012 - March 3, 2012). Conference Attendance, "42nd SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education", ACM/SIGCSE. (March 9, 2011 - March 12, 2011). Seminar, "Water Works Educator Training", National Science Foundation/Texas Girls Collaborative Project. (January 24, 2011 - January 28, 2011). WaterBotics is the curriculum component of a National Science Foundation ITEST Scale-Up grant. This five-year, $2.5 million programs aims to reach between 6,000 and 11,000 middle and high school students and youth with an intensive science and engineering experience based on a series of underwater robotics design and programming challenges. Seminar, "ABET Program Evaluator Training", ABET Inc. (April 9, 2010 - April 11, 2010). Attended training session necessary to become an ABET Program Evaluator Conference Attendance, "41st SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education", ACM/SIGCSE. (March 9, 2010 - March 13, 2010). Workshop, "Alice 3 and Java for CS1 & AP CS", ACM SIGCSE. (March 12, 2010). his workshop, designed for instructors of CS1/AP, introduces Alice3 with built-in transition from Alice to Java. The workshop offers hands-on experience programming with Alice3 and integrating a transition to Java IDE, e.g. NetBeans. Alice3 builds on Alice2 s powerful program visualization technique, enabling students to see objects and work with object- oriented programming. Participants will learn how to use Alice3 to build virtual worlds and how to use this approach in CS1 courses (introductory programming for majors and non-majors and AP CS). Conference Attendance, "40th SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education", ACM/SIGCSE. (March 3, 2009 - March 8, 2009). Workshop, "Greenfoot - Introducing Java With Games And Simulations", ACM SIGCSE. (March 4, 2009). Greenfoot is a programming environment, developed by the creators of BlueJ, that allows teaching of object-oriented programming concepts using Java in a highly engaging and motivating context. Built in the tradition of Turtle Graphics, Karel the Robot and Squeak, Greenfoot offers a more integrated, graphical, interactive experience than previous systems. Building widely differing scenarios, such a simulations or games, is easy and quick, and scenarios can easily be published
on a website (greenfootgallery.org). Greenfoot should be of interest to anyone teaching Java, especially in early programming courses (including schools). The workshop is practically oriented and allows participants to use Greenfoot in their classroom immediately. Conference Attendance, "Texas Engineering Technology Consortium Best Practices Conference", TETC. (February 11, 2009 - February 12, 2009). Faculty Development Conference Attendance, "SIGCSE 2012," Association of Computing Machinery, Raleigh, NC. (February 29, 2012 - March 3, 2012). Programming Lab Demonstration, "MyProgrammingLab Demonstration," ACM SIGCSE, Raleigh, NC. (March 2, 2012). A demonstration of MyProgrammingLab - a database of programming exercises correlated to specific Pearson CS1/Intro to Programming textbooks. Conference Attendance, "2011 ABET Symposium," ABET, Inc., Indianapolis, IN. (April 14, 2011 - April 16, 2011). Conference Attendance, "SIGCSE 2011," Association of Computing Machinery, Dallas, TX. (March 9, 2011 - March 12, 2011). Conference Attendance, "SIGCSE 2010," Association of Computing Machinery, Milwaukee, WI. (March 9, 2010 - March 13, 2010). Workshop, "Alice 3 and Java for CS1 and AP CS," ACM SIGCSE, Milwaukee, WI. (March 12, 2010). Workshop, "Introducing Computing with Personal Robots," ACM SIGCSE, Milwaukee, WI. (March 10, 2010). The Institute for Personal Robots in Education (IPRE) is pleased to offer a pre-symposium hands-on workshop for instructors interested in using robots as a stimulating context for CS education. First run as a series of summer workshops in 2008, this updated pre-symposium will introduce you to a fresh, but proven practical approach to CS1 that uses personal robots. Workshop, "Writing More Effective NSF Proposals," ACM SIGCSE, Milwaukee, WI. (March 10, 2010). This workshop will focus on writing effective education NSF proposals. The workshop will cover the following topic areas: writing effective goals, objectives and outcomes; writing a convincing rationale; preparing a responsive evaluation plan; preparing an effective and believable dissemination plan; and dealing with the realities of the review process. The workshop will use a structured guidedinteractive methodology that leads participants through each of these topics by introducing the issues related to the topic, engaging participants in group exercises designed to explore and share their understanding of these issues, and then providing some expert opinion on these issues. Workshop, "National Science Foundation Day," National Science Foundation, Murfreesboro, TN. (December 18, 2009). Workshop, "Roadshow Roadmap: Getting Started with K-12 Outreach," ACM SIGCSE, Chattanooga, TN. (March 6, 2009). Despite interest in creating and sustaining K-12 outreach programs, many institutions are hampered by a lack of understanding of the K-12 community, resources to develop high-quality presentation materials, and knowledge of current research regarding best practices for encouraging student interest in computing. The primary objective of this workshop is to improve the availability and quality of college outreach programs by providing the attendees with key strategies for creating an effective roadshow. We will share our experiences of working with K-12 teachers and creating viable, self-
sustaining outreach programs that connect with K-12 students and have particular relevance for underrepresented groups. Attendees should be interested in developing an outreach program to serve their local area with the aim of addressing the dropping interest in computer science education and careers among young people, and especially among women and minority students. Workshop, "Greenfoot - Introducing Java With Games And Simulations," ACM SIGCSE, Chattanooga, TN. (March 4, 2009). Greenfoot is a programming environment, developed by the creators of BlueJ, that allows teaching of object-oriented programming concepts using Java in a highly engaging and motivating context. Built in the tradition of Turtle Graphics, Karel the Robot and Squeak, Greenfoot offers a more integrated, graphical, interactive experience than previous systems. Building widely differing scenarios, such a simulations or games, is easy and quick, and scenarios can easily be published on a website (greenfootgallery.org). Greenfoot should be of interest to anyone teaching Java, especially in early programming courses (including schools). The workshop is practically oriented and allows participants to use Greenfoot in their classroom immediately. SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS External Connections and Partnerships Outreach, Nacogdoches Independent School District, Nacogdoches, TX. (June 2009). Contacted and partnered with administrators to gain information regarding the computer science background of many potential students. Began developing plans for summer camps to target middle and high school students Professional Memberships Beta Gamma Sigma. Member (2006 - Present). Computer Science Teachers Association. (2006 - Present). Association for Computer Educators in Texas. (2005 - Present). University Professional Women. (2005 - Present). Special Interest Group on Management of Data. (2004 - Present). Association for Computing Machinery. (2002 - Present). Association of Small Computer Users in Education. (2000 - Present). Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges. (1995 - Present). Special Interest Group on Computer Science Education. (1993 - Present). Upsilon Pi Epsilon. (1981 - Present). Beta Gamma Sigma. Chapter Faculty Advisor/Secretary/Treasurer (2006-2009). Professional Service Nacogdoches Quilt Guild, Nacogdoches, TX, Newsletter Editor. Pro Bono. (August 2006 - Present). Panola College CIS Advisory Board, Carthage, TX, Member. Pro Bono. (2006 - Present).
Girl Scout Troop 9129, Nacogdoches, TX, Troop Cookie Mom. Pro Bono. (2004 - Present). SFA Music Preparatory, Nacogdoches, Texas, Board of Advisors. Pro Bono. (May 2010 - August 2012). 42nd SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education, Reviewer. Pro Bono. (2010). Christ Episcopal School Parent Association, Nacogdoches, TX, Member. (2002-2010). ABET, Inc., Reviewer. Pro Bono, approximately 80 hours spent for the year. (July 1, 2010 - November 15, 2010). Acted as program evaluator for an on-site accreditation visit. SFA Music Preparatory, Nacogdoches, Texas, Committee Chair. Pro Bono. (May 2010 - October 2010). Co-chair of Tech and Stage Committee for "Pineywoods Home Companion: The Sequel" scholarship fundraiser. Compensated, approximately 40 hours spent for the year. (June 21, 2010 - June 24, 2010). 2010 Introduction to Storytelling Using Virtual Worlds, a one week camp designed for 5th and 6th graders (June 21-24, 2010). Compensated, approximately 40 hours spent for the year. (June 14, 2010 - June 17, 2010). 2010 Introduction to Robotics, a two day mini-camp designed for 5th - 9th grader girls (March 16-17, 2010). Compensated, approximately 16 hours spent for the year. (June 2, 2010). 2010 Using Excel As An Instructional Tool, a one day workshop designed for K-12 educators (June 2, 2010. Compensated, approximately 16 hours spent for the year. (June 1, 2010). 2010 Using PowerPoint As An Instructional Tool, a one day workshop designed for K-12 educators (June 1, 2010. ACM 41st SIGCSE Technical Symposium on Computer Science Education, Milwaukee, WI, Conference-Related. Pro Bono. (March 2010). Served as Chair for Paper Session during conference. Pro Bono, approximately 24 hours spent for the year. (March 16, 2010 - March 17, 2010). 2010 Introduction to Robotics, a two day mini-camp designed for 5th - 9th grader girls (March 16-17, 2010). Christ Episcopal School Board, Nacogdoches, TX, Officer, Secretary. Pro Bono. (2006-2008). SFA Service Computer Science Advisory Council, Participant in Advisory Meetings. approximately 8 hours spent for the year. Upsilon Pi Epsilon, Member.
Upsilon Pi Epsilon, Advisor. (2009 - Present). Department of Computer Science Programming Contest, Co-director. (2004 - Present). Computer Science Club, Student Organization Advisor. (2002-2010). Beta Gamma Sigma, Member. (2006 - Present). Strategic Planning Team, Member. (2010-2012). Undergraduate Assurance of Learning Committee, Member. (2010-2012). Undergraduate Curriculum Committee, Member. (2010-2012). College of Business College Council, Member. (2003-2010). Beta Gamma Sigma, Advisor. (2006-2009). Showcase Saturday, Meet parents and students. (2002 - Present). Dean Search and Screen Committee, Member. (2009-2010). SFA Science and Math Discovery Day, Team Member. approximately 12 hours spent for the year. (October 19, 2008).