Laurie Mcdowell Email & Phone Number

Kennesaw, GA, US

Athens, GA

• Work with Chief and Deputy Chief Diversity Officers on analysis of climate assessment data for planning purposes.
• Disaggregate university-wide dataset to college/departmental level
• Establish format for analysis and reporting of results
• Present overview of findings to deans/department heads
• Lead team to implement 2018 climate assessment for longitudinal study
• Support data analysis needs for affirmative action plan

Naples, Florida Area

• Work with department heads on development of measurable objectives and targets
• Create support materials such as manuals, presentations, instructions
• Provide training to reinforce conceptual framework of planning and assessment
• Review departmental plans and provide feedback
• Support accreditation with reports, evidence, documentation

Online, Naples, FL

Taught healthcare risk management course online for Keiser UniversityTaught healthcare ethics course online and classroom for Hodges UniversityCurrently taking hiatus from adjunct teaching to finish dissertation

Highland Heights, KY

• Consulted with administrative departments on strategic planning
• Coordinated implementation of planning software within targeted departments
• Organized training on planning process and use of software
• Collaborated on creation of materials to support accountability to state, accrediting body
• Served as interim director of Institutional Research during search for director
• Assisted with development of key benchmark indicators

• Dean, Academic Services [Newly created position] 2006 to 2008Support academic units and District Deans in curriculum management, learning outcomes assessment and program review, faculty professional development.
• Served as administrative liaison to Curriculum Committee and Professional Development Committee; guide administrative staff support of faculty committees.
• As a member of the Multicultural Task Force; established Diversity and Multicultural blog: www.edison.edu/diversity/blog/; Launched innovative Professional Development website, www.edison.edu/tlc, including repository.
• Prepared successful applications to State Board of Education for B.S. degrees in Secondary Education Biology and Mathematics, and B.A.S. degree in Supervision and Management.
• Assisted with preparation of application to seek accreditation at a more advanced degree level

• Responsible for establishing and sustaining program to cultivate partnerships that provide improved transfer opportunities for Edison College graduates. Assumed accountability for program staff, budget, and results..
• Created process for identifying direct and indirect revenues generated through Edison University Center programs.
• Guided marketing activities in cooperation with partners to increase program enrollments.
• Directed establishment of Educator Preparation Institute on Lee Campus.
• Spearheaded establishment of the Community College Baccalaureate Association, drafting by-laws, managing memberships, and obtaining tax-exempt status. Planned and implemented first annual conference for approximately.

• Responsible for researching new program initiatives, preparing grant proposals, and conducting analysis relating to institutional effectiveness
• Conducted in-depth research for college President to assess and formulate new University Center strategic plan.
• Assisted with preparation of self study for reaffirmation of accreditation
• Prepared grant applications yielding $1.2 million for establishment of new career programs.

• Facilitated performance goal-setting, established performance indicators, coordinated improvement projects throughout agency. Chaired Safety Committee, coordinated natural disaster response drill, wrote procedure for.
• Established standards for chart audits based on Medical Director’s pain management protocols.
• Advanced to Coordinator position from Assistant Coordinator position.

Ph.D., Leadership And Education, Higher Education Leadership

In dissertation phase, expect to defend in February or March, 2015

M.S., Health Services Administration

B.S., Political Science

Activities and Societies: Treasurer, Local Chapter of National Organization for Women