Resume - Laura D. Hill, Ed. D.

LAURA D. HILL, ED.D., M.ED., B.A., A.A.
SUMMARY
EDUCATION
Dedicated community college professional with a proven track record in
curriculum, administration, student services, communication, and
continuing education.
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY—RALEIGH, NC—1996-2001
ED.D. COMMUNITY COLLEGE LEADERSHIP
Dissertation—The Impact of Accountability: An Evaluation of Performance-Based Budget
in the North Carolina Community College System.
NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY—RALEIGH, NC—1991-1994
M.Ed., Concentration: Higher Education Administration, Minor: Counselor Education
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPTEL HILL—CHAPEL HILL, NC—1998-1991
B.A., Journalism and Mass Communication
PEACE COLLEGE—RALEIGH, NC—1986-1988
A.A., Liberal Arts
EXPERIENCE
DEPARTMENT CHAIR, SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES – SANDHILLS COMMUNITY
COLLEGE
January 2009 to June 2014
Chaired and served on numerous search committees for full-time instructors, staff members
as well as the Dean of Instruction. Supervised a department of 20+ full- and part-time faculty
as well as a departmental secretary.
Assisted with the redesign of all HIS, POL and SOC online classes until faculty could be trained
on the appropriate technology and/or faculty who tech-driven were hired.
Created a Blackboard (later Moodle) site for the department which provided faculty with
essential information about advising, teaching DL, and assessment of courses and which
housed all departmental documentation (i.e., meeting agendas and minutes).
Generated increased revenue for the College. The SBS department was one of the largest FTE
earners. Between 2009 and 2014, the College experienced a gradual decline in enrollment
each year. During these five years, however, the SBS department saw an increase in FTE
earned during each of these years through careful and enhanced course scheduling to serve a
larger range of course offering times and days.
Demonstrated proficiency is communication and organizational skills. Was the first SCC
department chair to establish a Blackboard/Moodle department site and create/coordinate a
more efficient semester scheduling and textbook ordering protocol that later served as a
campus model as well as negotiated additional textbooks for a student loan program.
Coordinated semester scheduling and textbook orders as well as negotiated additional
textbooks for a student loan program.
Proposed a collegiality program to help employees get to know each other as well as become
better acquainted with campus and community. With over 50% of SCC’s workforce consisting
of hires from the past 5-7 years, this served a recognized need. Additionally, Sandhills has
three generations present in its workforce. Such a program will help employees from each
generation to better understand the characteristics, perceptions and motivations of each
other.
Proposed that university study programs also implement a “program coordinator” structure to
reflect parity of the AAS system on campus as well as allow other faculty opportunities for
leadership and advancement. College implemented this plan in 2011.
Implemented service learning in several PSY classes and assisted others in the SBS department
with implementing this experiential form of learning.
First department chair who proposed and implemented “registration teams” in order to allow
for individuals to work registration events on a rotational basis.
Recognizing the important of technology, in Fall 2010, developed a grant proposal for iPads to
be purchased and used by SBS faculty in the classroom as well as for instructional support.
The effective use of this technology led to a campus-wide iPad initiative.
Demonstrated flexibility and collegiality when required to substitute in HIS, PSY and SOC
classes throughout tenure as department chair.
Ensured that SBS classrooms were fully-equipped. Updated all classroom computers,
projectors and sound systems. Additionally, SmartBoards were added to all of these
classrooms. In order to increase utilization of iPads in the classroom, this department was the
first to use AirServer—a low-cost option that allows this technology to interact and project in
the classroom via a wireless connection.
Led the initiative to streamline the Comprehensive Exam process. First to create
comprehensive exams using Moodle in a supervised setting.
Worked collaboratively with other departments to assist with curriculum and program
development as well as market existing and new classes.
Worked extensively with high schools and Early College in scheduling classes, providing
alternatives in meeting textbooks needs, developing more efficient alternatives for weekly
attendance reporting and academic quarterly reports, etc. Implemented the use of Moodle
for taking attendance and maintaining all grades in order to cut back on all of the weekly
paperwork required of instructors, coordinators and high school personnel.
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, PSYCHOLOGY – SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
(Eligible for full professorship in Spring ’16.)
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July 2006 to present
Taught the following courses: PSF 218: Lifestyle and Wellness Change (hybrid); PSY 118:
Interpersonal Psychology (seated and hybrid); PSY 150: General Psychology (seated, hybrid
and online); PSY 231: Forensic Psychology (seated and online); PSY 239: Psychology of
Personality (seated and online); PSY 241: Developmental Psychology (seated, hybrid and
online); PSY 255: Intro. To Exceptionality (seated and hybrid); PSY 259: Human Sexuality
(seated and online); PSY 263: Educational Psychology (online).
Served on a wide-range of campus committees.
Applied cooperative and active learning strategies supplemented by web-assisted, selfinstructional media to enhance student performance and comprehension.
Developed student handbooks for seated and hybrid sections to 1) guide them through the
web-assisted elements and 2) provide all class materials in one resource.
Designed assignments with a life application or an “applied” focus in order to encourage
student engagement as well as the development of critical thinking skills.
Participated in curriculum development and course redesign in a majority of the
aforementioned courses.
Developed lesson plans and designed lecture and activity notebooks for PSY classes.
Mentored other instructors and worked collaboratively with other departments with
instructional design with emphasis toward the best practices in the use of technology and
Moodle.
Designed innovative advising tools. Developed advising worksheets to guide students through
the associate in arts degree—both with the old CAA and the new one—which were adopted
by other departments around campus as well as with SCC’s Student Success Center.
Developed a DL site to supplement advising—first with Blackboard and later with Moodle.
Since that time, other instructors have also used this site.
Consistently received high marks on student evaluations and positive feedback from students.
Provided workshops as well as on-one-on tutoring to assist students having academic
difficulties.
Implemented various methods in order to maintain consistent communication with all
students and advisees including emails, regular announcements in Moodle, feedback and/or
grading rubrics for all assignments, and an interactive message board (i.e. Padlet).
Attempted to design classes that appeal to various learning styles and generations.
Reviewed and edited chapters for several General Psychology textbooks.
Participated in SCC’s second-year, QEP cohort. This effort requires data to be pulled from four
(4) PSY 150 classes each semester—two seated sections and two online. In order to
participate, worked with the IE office to develop appropriate SWIBATs and grading rubrics in
order to review academic performance.
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DIRECTOR OF MARKETING – SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
January 1999 to June 2006
Supported the College’s enrollment plan through the development and implementation of a
marketing plan.
Developed and designed all ads.
Oversight of all publications—including “primary” ones such as the student handbook, College
catalog, semester course schedule and admissions viewbook. Developed and designed most
of these—including writing copy, photography, etc.
Developed a comprehensive admissions packet.
Assisted and/or developed all internal (or in-house) marketing pieces as well.
Developed several DVDs including one for SCC’s Landscape Gardening program.
Produced and hosted SCC’s television show, On Campus with SCC, for 3 years. Produced two
30-minute shows each week that featured the SCC faculty, staff and students through
segments such a landscaping and gardening tips, cooking, massage, automotive care, skin and
hair care, interviews, etc.
Oversaw efforts to generate awareness of the university and community college bond for
Moore and Hoke counties in 1998 campaign.
Assisted with the initial redesign and upkeep of the SCC website.
Participated on the Enrollment Council.
Maintained budget for all marketing efforts on behalf of the College.
ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, PSYCHOLOGY—SANDHILLS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
1999-2000
Taught PSY 150: General Psychology as part of the Huskins’ initiative for North Carolina high
school students.
HOST, SANDHILLS JOURNAL--WYBE-TV
1999-2002
Hosted weekly local television show consisting of general information, tips, interviews, etc.
Researched information required for news topics and interviews.
Wrote interview questions and script for the show.
Recorded segments in-studio as well as on location.
COORDINATOR OF COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS AND EVENING DIRECTOR OF
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THE COLLEGE
October 1994 – December 1998
Developed and implemented Remembering Heroes, a program comprised of 30+ events
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honoring WWII veterans and the 50 anniversary of that war.
Recruited students, age from 5-90+ years, for continuing education classes.
Coordinated SCC’s Leadership Hoke program for residents who want to learn more about their
community as well as have an opportunity to further develop their leadership skills.
Zinger Miller certified instructor. Worked in several area industries providing frontline and
management training.
Redesigned SCC’s College for Kids program—serving children 8-13 years. From 1994-99,
programming for kids tripled in enrollment with a 500+ unduplicated headcount.
Coordinated special programs annually—student and instructor art exhibits, community arts
and craft fair, Remember Heroes, etc.
Supervised instructors and staff.
Oversaw the evening operations of the College—curriculum and non-credit.
Supplemented departmental budget (self-supporting) by seeking funds through private
donations and grants.
ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT—CONVERSE COLLEGE, SPARTANBURG, SC
July, 1994 – October, 1994
Assisted with the day-to-day operations of the President’s office.
Served on the crisis-management team.
Planned the Converse presidential inauguration—consisting of 11 events.
Managed the inauguration budget.
Designed the publicity materials and invitations for the inauguration.
Prepared a proposal to implement an all-campus sports and fitness program.
Compiled research materials for papers and speeches.
TECHNICAL ADVISOR FOR STUDENT PUBLICATIONS (PART-TIME)—MEREDITH COLLEGE,
RALEIGH, NC
1991 –1994
Advised the student newspaper (produced weekly), yearbook and literary magazine.
Facilitated training workshops for students.
Organized and implemented marketing plan for the student publications.
Provided technical advice for students.
Assisted with the redesign of the weekly newspaper, The Meredith Herald.
Served as a consultant for the Publications Board.
Maintained budgets for each of the student publications.
COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST--MEREDITH COLLEGE, RALEIGH, NC
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1993 –1994
Demonstrated flexibility and versatility to work under pressure in order to meet deadlines.
Designed brochures, posters, flyers, newsletters, handbooks, t-shirts and programs.
Prepared news releases and articles.
Provided photography for a variety of publications.
Represented the College Communications office at various on-campus events and fundraisers.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR STUDENT DEVELOPMENT
--MEREDITH COLLEGE, RALEIGH, NC
1991–1993
Managed daily operations of the Vice President’s office.
Responsible for a 12-event program of cultural events, Focus on Excellence. This program was
designed for scholars, honors and teaching fellows.
Assisted with the planning and implementation of special events programming. For example,
spring break trips for students and friends of the college to Cancun, Mexico and a cruise to the
Bahamas.
EDITOR OF THE DRUMROLL (EVENT WAS HELD ON THE CAMPUS OF MEREDITH
COLLEGE.)--MEREDITH COLLEGE, RALEIGH, NC
May, 1993 –June, 1993
Produced an introductory, eight-page newspaper, as well as ten daily issues during the GSUSA
Wider Opportunity.
Supervised a staff of 8-12 college students.
Oversaw daily production of this publication—design, photography, articles and editing.
Maintained fiscal responsibility.
PRESENTATIONS
Presented on a variety of topics to audiences that varied in age (pre-school to adults) and size
from small groups to 150-200 individuals. Topics included:
Learning that is in the Clouds: How to Use Dropbox
Attend to those Apps: Reviewing Class management and attendance apps
Selection of QEP Topics: Critical Thinking
Service Learning at SCC
Innovations in Advising
Service Learning at SCC
Ideas and Initiatives
ADHD and the SCC Student
Meeting Student Needs from a Humanistic Perspective
Let’s Get Nervous: Looking at the Brain and Behavior
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Best Practices with DL
Tips and Tricks with Moodle
Moodle Basics
Tips and Tricks for Blackboard Users
Blackboard Basics
Blackboard and Beyond
Syllabus Development
Making Leadership Fun
Community Service Programs that Work
AWARDS &
RECOGNITIONS
Innovator of the Year, Spring 2013
The Lana Schempp Department Efficiency Award, 2011
First Place in the Medallion Awards (regional competition) for NCMPR in
the creative category for the SCC TV show titled On Campus with SCC
hosted by Laura Hill, 2005.
Bronze (Third Place) in the Paragon Awards (national competition) for
the National Council on Marketing and Public Relations (NCMPR) in the
course schedule category, 2001
Moore County Leadership Institute, 1995
The Meredith Herald Administration Award, 1992
SCC COMMITTEES
Printing Task Force, 2014
Faculty Development Committee, 2013-14
Service Learning Committee, Co-Chair, 2011-2014
SACS-COC—Curriculum Standard 2.7.3, Co-Chair, 2011-2012
SACS-COC—Curriculum Standard 2.7.4, Chair, 2011-2012
SACS-COC—Curriculum Standard 3.5.1, Co-Chair, 2011-2012
SACS-COC—Curriculum Standard 3.5.3, Co-Chair, 2011-2012
SACS-COC—Curriculum Standard 3.7.3, Co-Chair, 2011-2012
SACS-COC—Curriculum Standard 4.8, 2011-2012
SACS-CAC Assessment Team, General Education, 2011
SACS-CAC Assessment Team Sub-committee on Critical Thinking, Chair,
2011
Enrollment Council, 1999-2006
Health Safety Committee, 1995-98
Employee Recognition Day Committee, 1995, ‘96, ‘97, ’00, ’01 and ‘05
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PROFESSIONAL
MEMBERSHIPS
ADK Teaching Sorority, 2009-11
National Council on Marketing and Public Relations, 2000-2005
Public Relations Information Marketing, 1999-2005
Sandhills Rotary, 2003-04
North Carolina Community College and Adult Education Association,
1994-1998
American Society for Aging, 1995-97
American Counseling Personnel Association, 1991-94
National Association of Women Educators
COMMUNITY
OUTREACH
Co-Chair, Board of Directors, Longleaf Academy, 2014 to present; Cochair of the sub-committee for accreditation
Sandhills Community College Athletic Mentor Program, 2014
Board of Directors, Communities in Schools, 2011-2013
Board of Directors, Partners for Children and Families, 2009-2011
Virtual Learning Committee (NCCCS), 1998-2000
1999 Men’s US Open, Coordinated volunteers for the televised media
(paid volunteer positions only) as well as childcare for tournament
participants.
Taste of Moore, Chairman, 1999: The Sandhills Area Chamber of
Commerce’s annual fundraiser for education in Moore County. This event
provides ticket holders with an opportunity to taste the fine cuisine of local
restaurants, win door prizes, and participate in a silent auction. Proceeds
from this event are divided among the Moore County Schools and the Tech.
Prep. Scholarship fund. This was the first year that the event sold out since
its inception in 1992.
Board of Director, Ruth Pauley Lecture Series, 1996-97
1996 Women’s US Open, volunteer with NBC
The Pinecrest High School 10-Year Reunion Committee, 1995-96
Pinetree Vocational Partnership, volunteer, 1994-98
Wake County Advisory Council for Peace College, 1991-93
PERSONAL OUTREACH
Family and church are a vital part of my life. My husband, Jeff, and I are
parents of three amazing children. We have chosen to do a lot of
outreach with activities and organizations affiliated with their interests
and schools. Some of the ones that I have helped include:
Upward Basketball, 5th and 6th grade boys, Assist. Coach, 2014
ACSandhills, U9 & U10 boys’ travel teams, soccer team
mom/photographer, 2012 & 13
ACSandhills, U8, soccer team mom, 2013
Moore County Recreation, U6 and U8 baseball, Assist. Coach, 2012
West End Elementary: PTA, tutor, Fun Day, fundraising, presenter on
various topics such as the brain, etc. 2009 to present
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GSUSA, Cookie Mom, 2010-2013
Cub Scout Pack 98, volunteer, 2009 to present
Sandhills Children’s Center: reader, tutor, parent volunteer, 2005-2010
Bethesda Presbyterian Church: Sunday School teacher, member of the
Presbyterian Women, member of the Christian Education Committee,
VBS director, Editor of monthly newsletter, Clerk of Board of Deacons,
1999 to present
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