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SHELDON B. WRICE
P.O. Box 13603
Fairlawn, Ohio 44334
e-mail: [email protected]
330-972-6023 (Office)
330-836-6593 (Home)
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
My academic accomplishments are in the fields of composition and technical writing,
library science research, multi-cultural education, and the disciplines of English language. Over
the past twenty years, I have carved a niche as a dedicated tested teacher whose contributions
have enhanced teaching of subjects that are basically rooted in the English language curriculum
particularly, technical writing/composition and library research. The manifestation of my
academic accomplishments, professional proficiency and dedication is the recognition and award
given to me on three occasions as an outstanding teacher by The University of Akron. My
contributions to the growth of English language are not limited to teaching only but rendering of
valuable leadership services. I have served as President of the Two-Year College AssociationMidwest (two terms). At present, I serve as the Interim Chair of the Department of English.
EDUCATION
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Ed.D.
M.S.
M.A.
M.A.
MPA
Higher Education Administration
Technical Education
Multicultural Education
Urban Studies
Public Administration
May 1995
December 1994
December 1994
May 2013
May, 3014
Georgia State University, School of Education, Atlanta, Georgia
Post Grad
Media Specialist Certification
August 1992
Atlanta University, School of Library and Information Science, Atlanta, Georgia
M.L.S.
Library Science Degree
May 1990
South Carolina State University, College of Arts & Sciences, Orangeburg, South Carolina
B.A.
English
May 1988
PRESENT POSITION
2013-present
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Associate Dean for Multidisciplinary Studies & Diversity
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences
2012-present
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Director of Pan-African Studies
Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences
2015-present
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Interim Chair, Department of English
Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences
2015-2016
2016-present
2007-2013
1995-present
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Interim Chair, Department of Anthropology & Classical Studies
Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Interim Chair, Modern Languages
Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Chair, Department of Associate Studies
Summit College
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Professor, Technical Writing and Composition
Summit College
ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE/LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
2007-2013
The University of Akron, Summit College, Akron, Ohio
Chair, Department of Associate Studies
2010-2011
Graduate of the Ohio Leadership
Academy of Inter-University Council of Ohio
2009-2010
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Graduate – Akron Leadership Forum
2001-2005
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
President and Faculty Advisor Pi Lambda Theta
Education Honor Society
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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1997-2000
Chair, Executive Committee, Two-Year College
English Association-Midwest
1996-2000
Vice President and Board Member, Friends of the
Akron-Summit County Public Library, Akron, Ohio
1996-Present
The University of Akron, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Faculty Advisor
1996-1997
The University of Akron, Summit College
Chair, Engineering Technology Accreditation Review Committee
1990
Phillips College, Atlanta, Georgia
Chairperson, Self-Study Committee
1990-1991
Phillips College, Atlanta, Georgia
Director of Library & Media Services
INSTRUCTION
1997-2002
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Instructor (Volunteer), Advancing Up Program
Spring 1997/
Summer 1997
Southern Ohio College, Akron, Ohio
Adjunct Professor
Summer 1996-97
Kent State University, Kent, Ohio
Visiting Assistant Professor, School of Library & Information
Service
1995-99
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Instructor, Department of Academic Achievement Programs
1992-95
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Teaching/Research Assistant
1994-95
The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Instructor, Undergraduate Program
1994
Akron City Schools, Akron, Ohio
Instructor
Summer 1993
Principal of Alphabet Literacy System, Akron, Ohio
Instructor
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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1991-92
Atlanta Public Schools, Atlanta, Georgia
Substitute Teacher
1988-91
Phillips College, Atlanta, Georgia
Adjunct Instructor
1986-88
Felton Laboratory School, Orangeburg, South Carolina
Substitute Teacher, Grades K-8
1986-88
First Class Day Care Center, Orangeburg, South Carolina
Teacher
LIBRARY EXPERIENCE
1991-92
Advanced System Technology, Atlanta, Georgia
Information Specialist/Research Analyst
1990-91
Phillips College, Atlanta, Georgia
Director, Library and Media Services
1990
Atlanta University Center, Atlanta, Georgia
Evening Librarian
1988-89
Phillips College, Atlanta, Georgia
Evening Librarian
Atlanta University, Atlanta, Georgia
Dean/Library Assistant
1989
Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library, Atlanta, Georgia
Library Assistant I
COURSES TAUGHT
Bibliographic Instruction
Developmental Reading
Developmental Writing
Diversity in America
Diversity in Children’s Literature
Electronic Reference Resources
English Composition
English Literature
Essentials of Writing
Instructional Design
Children’s Literature
Multicultural Education
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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Social Science Sources and Service
Technical Report Writing
University Orientation
Video Production for Educators
INTERNSHIPS
1993
Summit County School Board, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
Grant Writing
1990
Georgia Department of Corrections, Atlanta, Georgia
Director of Reference Resource Center
Savannah State College, Savannah, Georgia
Head Reference Librarian
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Akron, Area International Reading Association
American Library Association
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development
College Language Association
Georgia Library Association
International Alliance of Teacher Scholars, Inc.
Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc.
National Alliance of Black Educators
National Council of Teachers of English
Ohio Library/Media Association
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Delta Kappa
Pi Lambda Theta
Toni Morrison Society
Two-Year College English Association-Midwest, Chair
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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PUBLICATIONS
Wrice, S. Multi-Cultural Strategies for the Community and Technical College Composition
Classroom. Proc. of the Marshall University Multicultural and International Conference,
October 1996. Ed., Aimee Howley. Marshall University, Huntington, WV.
Wrice, S. Faculty Perceptions of Two Urban University Libraries: The University of Akron
and Georgia State University. Diss. The University of Akron, 1995.
Knox, M., D. Austin, and S. Wrice. Analysis of Environmental Health Activities at
Minority Institutions of Higher Education. Office of Minority Health, Centers for
Disease Control. Atlanta, GA, 1992.
PRESENTATIONS
“Mad, Bad, and Dangerous to Teach,” Ohio Association of Two-Year Colleges Conference
Lorain, OH, October 2002.
“Mad, Bad, and Dangerous to Teach,” Conference on College Composition and
Communication, New York, NY, March 2002.
Conducted the Faculty InService for Bradley University, College of Education
“Borderlands: Creating Thinking and Writing Assignments for Marginal Students,”
Peoria, IL, September 2001.
“Mad, Bad, and Dangerous to Teach: Strategies for Safe Classes and Safe Campuses,’ TwoYear English Association Mid-West Conference, Fort Wayne, IN, October 2001.
“Building Self-esteem Through Literature: African-American Males Explore Positive Roles
in Literary Selections,” College Language Association, New Orleans, LA, April 2001.
“Composition Identities: Minority and Majority Students—Recognizing Themselves and
Each Other in Higher Education,” Conference on College Composition and
Communication, Denver, CO, March 2001.
“Diversity in the Workplace,” OSSMA State Convention Workshop, Fairlawn, OH, January
2000.
“Advancing Up: Strengthening the Community,” National Council of Teachers of English,
Milwaukee, WI, November 2000.
“Diversity in the Community & Technical College,” Conference on College Composition
and Communication, March 2000.
“Motivation and Retention of African-American Males on College Campuses: Viable
Alternatives for the New Millennium,” National Alliance of Black School Educators
27th Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, November, 1999. (co-presentation)
“Critical Thinking Skills for Diverse Learners in the Two-Year College,” National Council
of Teachers of English, Denver, CO., November 1999.
“Advancing Up: Strengthening the Community,” Two-Year College Association Midwest
Conference, Kansas City, MO, October 1999.
“Preparing for the New millennium,” keynote address, Kappa Beta Delta-Eta Chapter of the
International Business Honorary Society Induction Ceremony, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH, April 1999.
“Enhancing the Visibility of the Community & Technical College,” Conference on College
Composition and Communication, Atlanta, GA, March 1999.
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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“Implementing Diversity within the Curriculum of the Two-Year College Composition
Classroom,” National Council of Teachers of English, Nashville, TN, November 1998.
“Infusing Diversity within the Community & Technical College Classroom,” Two-Year
College Association Midwest Conference, St. Paul, MN, October 1998.
“Linking Diversity Paradigms within the Two-Year College,” National Conference on the
Adult Learner, Richmond, VA, May 1998.
“Diversity in the Community & Technical College Classroom,” Professional Development
Workshop, Community & Technical College, The University of Akron, Akron, OH,
April 1998.
“Composition Pedagogies for the Two-Year College,” National Council of Teachers of
English National Convention, Detroit, MI, November 1997.
“Research Citations,” Professional Development presentation for the Talking about
Teaching Committee, The University of Akron, Akron, OH, November 1997.
“Emotional and Social Development in Infancy and Toddlerhood,” guest lecturer, Child
Development Class, The University of Akron, Akron, OH, October 1997.
“Portfolios in the Composition Classroom,” Two-Year College Association Midwest
Conference, Lincolnshire, IL, October 1997.
“Contributions of the Mature Learner to the Freshman Composition Class,” Nineteenth
Annual International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence, Austin, TX,
May 1997.
“Non-Traditional Students: Assets to Changing Universities and Colleges,” National
Conference on The Adult Learner, Myrtle Beach, SC, May 1997.
“Celebrating Multiculturalism with the Community & Technical College Composition
Classroom,” Lilly Conference on College and University Teaching, Towson State
University, Towson, MD, April 1997.
“What Happens When Dreams are Postponed,” Alpha Alpha Psi Chapter of Phi Theta
Kappa Honor Society Induction Ceremony, The University of Akron, Akron, OH, April
1997.
“The Adult Learner,” Two-Year College English Association Midwest Conference,
Davenport, IA, October 1996.
“Multi-Cultural Strategies for the Community & Technical College Composition
Classroom,” Multi-Cultural Conference, Marshall University, Huntington, WV, October
1996.
“Faculty Perceptions of Urban University Libraries,” Pi Lambda Theta Spring Educational
Conference, The University of Akron, Akron, OH, March 1996.
“Assessing the Print and Non-Print Collection of an Academic Library,” in-service for the
faculty and staff at Hosts Community College, Bronx, NY, November 1995.
“I Listened and Kept What I Have Heard,” moderator, panel discussion on children’s books
from Africa, National Museum of African Art, Smithsonian Institution, Washington,
DC, October 1995.
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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EDUCATIONAL SERVICE
2002-present
Member, University Honors Council, The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio
Member, Search Committee for Counselor of Upward Bound
Member, Academic Affairs Committee
2001-2002
Juror, Red Sky Writing Contest, Kleidon Publishing Company
Proposal Reviewer, Conference on College Composition and
Communication, NCTE (National Committee)
Member, Faculty Rights and Responsibilities
Member, Search Committee for Counselor of Upward Bound Program
Member, University Diversity Advisory Council
Interviewer, Upward Bound Program, New Student Interview Day
Member, C&T College Task Force
Coordinator, Spring Induction Ceremony for Phi Theta Kappa Honor
Society
Participant, Extended Orientation for Martin University Center
Participant, 2001 Commencement (served as Marshal)
Participant, Upward Bound Program for Seniors
Member, Learning Communities Committee, University College
Member, Professional Development Committee
Co-Chair, Christmas Community Service Project, sponsored by PTK and CSI
2001-2002
Chair, Distinguished Student Scholarship Committee
2001-2003
Breakfast Chair, Conference on College Composition and
Communications (National Committee)
2001-present
Reviewer, National Council of Teachers of English Program to
Prepare Future Faculty
President and Faculty Advisor Pi Lambda Theta, Educational Honor Society
Member, Editorial Board, “Teaching English in the Two-Year College”
2000-2001
Chair, Facilities Planning Committee
Member, Academic Affairs Committee
Member, General Education Committee
Member, Distance Learning Committee, Associate Studies
Co-Chair, Christmas Community Service Project, sponsored by PTK
and
CSI
Member, Search Committee for Assistant Professor, Association Studies/Math
Member, Social Committee
Chair, Search Committee for Coordinator, GEAR UP—Academic
Achievement Programs
2000-present
Member, Retention/Reappointment Committee
Member, Tenure Committee
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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1999-2000
Faculty Advisory to the Provost, The University of Akron, Akron,
OH
Chair, Facilities Planning Committee, Associate Studies, C&T College, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Task Force for C&T College, The University of Akron,
Akron, OH
Chair, Counselor for Academic Achievement Search Committee,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Distance Learning Committee, Associate Studies, C&T
College, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1999-present
Member, University Diversity Advisory Council, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
1998-1999
Member, Search Committee for Associate Director of Upward
Bound Program, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Search Committee for Assistant Profess of Fire Protection
Technology, Public Service Technology, C&T College, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
1996-2002
Member, Planning Committee for C&T College Learning Resource
Center, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Interviewer, Upward Bound Program, New Student Interview Day,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Coordinator, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Spring Induction
Ceremony, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1997-2002
Volunteer Tutor, Advancing Up Program, C&T College, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
1997-2000
Member, General Education Committee, C&T College, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
1997-1999
Member, Talking About Teaching Committee, C&T College, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Faculty Advisory Committee to the Dean, C&T College,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1997-1998
Member, Search Committee for Coordinator of Education Talent
Search Program, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1997
Member, Search Committee for Associate Dean, C&T College, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
1996-present
Co-Advisor, Phi Theta Kappa, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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Tutor, Upward Bound, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Graduate Faculty, Full-Time Graduate Status, Category II,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1996-2000
Member and Faculty Mentor, Student Achievement in Research and
Scholarship, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Integrated Learning Across the Curriculum Committee,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1996-1998
Member, Learning Communities Committee, University College,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Board Member, Friends of the University Library, The University of Akron,
Akron, OH
1996-1997
Member, Professional Development Committee, The University of Akron,
Akron, OH
Member, Search Committee for Assistant Professor Associate
Studies/English, C&T College, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Search Committee for Assistant Professor Associate Studies/Social
Science, C&T College, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
Member, Search Committee for Director of Developmental Studies, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
Chair, Engineering Technology Accreditation Review Committee, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
Volunteer, C&T Enrollment Enhancement Program, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
Participant, New Student Orientation Program, The University of Akron,
Akron, OH
Participant, Extended Orientation Program for Minority Students, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
1995-1997
Member, Task Force on Bachelor of Applied Technical Studies Committee,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1995-1996
Member, Computer Lab Networking Committee, C&T College, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
Reporter, Phi Delta Kappa Educational Honor Fraternity, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
1996-1997
Member, Academic Affairs Committee, C&T College, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
Member, C&T College Baccalaureate Degree Committee, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
1995-present
Member, Pi Lambda Theta Educational Honor Fraternity, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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1995-2000
Faculty Advisor, Kappa Alpha Psi, Inc., The University of Akron,
Akron, OH
1995
Member, Search Committee for the Associate Provost and Special Assistant to
the President for Minority Affairs, The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1994-1995
Provost’s Minority Graduate Assistantship Program Review Committee,
The University of Akron, Akron, OH
1993-1995
Co-Chair, K-16 Council Awards and Recognition Committee, The
University of Akron, Akron, OH
Tutor, Urban League, Akron, OH
1990
Chairman, Self-Study Committee, Phillips College, Atlanta, GA
COMMUNITY SERVICE
2001-present
Member, Board of Trustees for Tri-County Employee Assistance Program
1998-2001
Member and Second Vice President, Board of Trustees for AkronCommunity Action, Akron, OH
1997-2000
Member, Community Advisory Board for Southern Ohio College-NE,
Akron, OH
1997
Volunteer, Miracle Network Phone-A-Thon
Children’s Hospital Medical Center, Akron, OH
1996
Chairman, Grand Opening for The Library Shop on Main, Akron-Summit
County Public Library, Akron, OH
1996-2000
Vice President and Board Member, Friends of the Akron-Summit County
Public Library, Akron, OH
1995
Member, Salvation Army, Akron, OH
1993-1995
Tutor, Akron Urban League, Akron, OH
1991-1993
Member, Akron Big Brothers/Sisters Program, Akron, OH
1984-present
Member, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
Dr. Sheldon B. Wrice
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HONORS AND AWARDS
1999
Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. One of 23 scholars invited to
participate in the prestigious Honors Institute, Washington, DC
Who’s Who in American Universities
1998
Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers
Significant African-American Male Award, Akron Chapter, Ohio Black
Women’s Leadership Caucus, Inc., Akron, OH
Outstanding Dedication to the Friends of the Main Library Award, AkronSummit County Public Library, Akron, OH
Member, Editorial Advisory Board, Collegiate English Handbook,
Collegiate Press, San Diego, CA
1997-present
Chair and Member, Executive Committee, Two-Year College
Association-Midwest
1997-1998
Who’s Who in American Publications
1997
Teacher of the Year, Associate Studies, C&T College, The University of
Akron, Akron, OH
1997 NISOD Teaching Excellence Award, The University of Texas at
Austin, Austin, TX
1996-1997
Who’s Who in American Education
1996
Outstanding Young Americans
1995
Moderator, “I Listened and Kept What I Have Heard” with authors of books
from Africa at the National Museum of African Art, Smithsonian Institute,
Washington, DC
1990
Outstanding Service Rendered to the College Award, Phillips College,
Atlanta, GA
1988-1989
Awarded Graduate Scholarship, Atlanta University Library School, Atlanta, GA
1987-1989
Outstanding Young Men of America
1988
Young Man of the Year, New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Orangeburg, SC
1985-1987
Sophomore and Junior Class President, South Carolina State University,
Orangeburg, SC
1984
Awarded Four-Year Scholarship, Claffin College, Orangeburg, SC