Spotlight – Terence Wright, Student Success Manager

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Student Success Manager
Florida State College at Jacksonville

Terence has been working for FSCJ for the past 23 years. During his tenure at the college he has served as an Advisor I in Student Activities, Academic Advisor, Enrollment Services Coordinator, and Campus Enrollment Leader. In his current position as Student Success Manager at South Campus, he provides leadership to the campus Welcome Center and is primarily responsible for academic advising, registration, records, admissions, and financial aid. He has also served as an adjunct instructor for more than 10 years.

Terence worked at the Gainesville Chamber Commerce prior to coming to FSCJ. However, he has always had a passion for working with people, so Student Services was a natural fit as acareer choice. He has been in Higher Education since.

He recently received a National Leadership Award at the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) conference from the National Council on Black American Affairs (NCBAA) affiliated council. He currently serves as Southern Region President and on the National Board of Directors for NCBAA. He also received the Leadership Award from APC last year.

He is a proud Gator graduate from the University of Florida and holds an MBA from University of Phoenix. He is married with one son and two daughters.

Spotlight – Christy Campbell, Chief Information Technology Officer

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Chief Information Technology Officer 
Florida State College at Jacksonville

Christy Campbell joined the College in March of 2015 as a Contractor and the Sr. Project Manager of the FSCJ ERP Implementation (MyFSCJ).  In January 2016, she was appointed as Chief Information Technology Officer.  Christy came to us from higher education organizations such as University of California, City Universities of New York, and University of Phoenix, where she served in many Information Technology (IT) positions.

Christy has 24 years’ experience in Information Technology, serving in positions such as the IT Representative, Applications Engineer, Consulting Manager, Project Manager, Project Director, Director of Applications and Delivery, Program Manager and has worked in many different industries including Higher Education.  She has also worked as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Phoenix and continues to have a passion for learning and educating students in all areas of technology.

Christy holds a Master’s degree in Computer Information Science from the University of Phoenix, a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from St. Mary’s College of California, an Associate degree in General Education Studies from Diablo Valley College, and a PMI Project Management Certification.

She enjoys outdoor activities, reading, movies and most of all, spending time with family and friends.

Spotlight – Maggy Dartiguenave, College Ombudsman

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College Ombudsman
Administrative Offices 

At the age of nine, with her doll in hand and a piece of gum to keep her ears from popping, Maggy Dartiguenave boarded a plane from Haiti to America. She has lived a colorful life since that day. In 2004 Maggy began working for FSCJ as the Assistant to the South Campus President. Since that time she has used this James Adams quote as part of her signature line, “There are obviously two educations. One should teach us how to make a living and the other how to live.” Taking this mantra to heart is one reason she began teaching Student Life Skills (SLS) as an adjunct in 2010.

In 2011, Maggy became the Early College Program Coordinator at South Campus; a role she performed with passion and a mother hen mentality. As of July 2015, she serves in the role of the College’s Ombudsman.

Maggy holds an AA in Paralegal Studies, a Bachelor’s in English, and a Master’s in Nonprofit Management and Leadership. She proudly served as an Army active duty soldier for 4 ½ years, and has also worked at the American Heart Association and in Risk Management at a major hospital.

In 2011 she created and currently runs a children’s early literacy book club, Mahalia & Friends’ Amazing Book Club, named after her own youngest daughter. The organization’s mission is to spark the love of reading in children ages six and younger, and to ensure that children have a robust home library. She is also the proud mother of a son and daughter, Dante & Maya, both seniors at UNF. In her words, “What gives me ‘life’ are my children and being a servant leader.”

Spotlight – Tameiko Allen Grant, Associate Academic Dean of Career Education South Campus

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Associate Academic Dean of Career Education
South Campus 

Tameiko Allen Grant began working for FSCJ as the Program Coordinator of the 21st Century Academy Grant at North Campus in 2013. In her current position as Associate Academic Dean of Career Education at South Campus, her primary focuses are Public Safety, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, Fire Science and Adult Education. She also serves as an adjunct instructor and has over 12 years of experience in academic administration.

Tameiko discovered a passion for teaching during law school and later worked as an adjunct professor of Paralegal Studies. Shortly thereafter, she transitioned to administration.

She is a proud magna cum laude graduate of Savannah State University, where she attended on a full basketball scholarship. She holds a Bachelors in Criminal Justice, a Masters in Criminal Justice, and a Masters in Public Administration from the University of North Florida and a Juris Doctor from Vermont Law School. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership at Old Dominion University. She and her husband have one son and two stepdaughters.

 

Spotlight – Cameron Fansher, Director of Administrative Services Open Campus/Deerwood Center

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Director of Administrative Services
Open Campus/Deerwood Center

Cameron Fansher recently joined FSCJ and brings with him more than fifteen years of experience in multi-facility operations management, strategic planning, customer service delivery, and process improvement.

After attaining his degree in Healthcare Administration from the University of North Florida, Cameron worked at Baptist Medical Center and most recently Nemours Children’s Clinic here in Jacksonville. He recognizes many similarities between his work in healthcare and his new position with the College. “It’s all about delivering services, information and support to people when they want and need it most. It could be an ill or injured family member in the hospital environment, or providing students with access to the resources they need to attain their dreams and aspirations at FSCJ.”

Cameron lives in Julington Creek with his amazing wife and two daughters who keep him busy with their soccer, volleyball, and basketball schedules. He also enjoys cheering on his favorite football teams (Bulldogs and Jaguars), playing golf when time permits, and brewing his own beer. Cheers!

Spotlight – Wendy Ruddock-Williams, Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences Kent Campus/Cecil Center

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Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences
Kent Campus/Cecil Center

October’s Administrative and Professional Collaborative (APC) Spotlight shines on Wendy Ruddock-Williams, Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences at Kent Campus/Cecil Center.

Wendy has been with Kent Campus and the College for five years, serving as Academic Success Manager, Learning Commons Manager, and as of July 1, 2015, Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences. Prior to joining FSCJ, she taught math at Georgia Perimeter College in Atlanta, as well as to high school and adult education students in Detroit.

Wendy has a BS in Applied Engineering Sciences from Michigan State University and an MA in Teaching Mathematics from University of Detroit Mercy.

A traveler from an early age, she was born in England to Jamaican parents, grew up in Detroit, moved to Atlanta, and now lives in Jacksonville. To her, home is where she’s currently residing.

Besides travelling, Wendy loves spending time at the beach, live concerts, plays, food & music festivals, and going to the movies. Her daughter is a senior in high school and plays the violin for the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestra.

Spotlight – Bob Mark, Instructional Program Manager Culinary Arts and Hospitality

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Instructional Program Manager
Culinary Arts and Hospitality
North Campus

William (Bob) Mark began working for FSCJ as an adjunct instructor in 1995, and became the Instructional Program Manager for the Culinary program thirteen years ago. He has over 30 years experience in the culinary and hospitality fields.

After graduating from college, Bob worked in San Francisco and New Orleans before moving to Jacksonville in 1974. Here in town he has worked for Victoria Station restaurants and the Jacksonville Hilton, owned and operated a gourmet French restaurant (rated 4 stars by the Jacksonville Times-Union), and ran an off-premise catering business for thirteen years.

Bob holds a degree in Education from Shippensburg University, PA; a Hotel Restaurant Management degree from Cornell University; and a master’s degree in Business from Webster University. He serves on the North Florida Hotel & Lodging Association Board scholarship committee and the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association Board of Directors, as well as on advisory committees for several high school culinary and hospitality programs.

Spotlight – Donna Martin, Executive Director Nassau Center

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Executive Director
Nassau Center 

Donna Martin began her role as the new Executive Director of the Betty P. Cook Nassau Center on April 6, 2015.

“I am excited to be coming home to where I began my career with FSCJ, the Nassau Center,” she said. “I am looking forward to working with the dedicated staff at the Nassau Center to expand and improve the educational opportunities available to our students.”

Donna Martin began her career with FSCJ in 1999 and has since served as a faculty member at the Nassau Center and North Campus, as well as the Associate Dean of the Library/Learning Commons at Downtown Campus. She holds an Ed.S. degree from Appalachian State University in Higher Education with a concentration in Developmental Education, a master’s degree from the University of North Florida in Mathematical Sciences and a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida in Mathematics. Ms. Martin’s background also includes dedicated service as the Board Chair for the Nassau County School Board for the past five years.

“Ms. Martin has an extensive passion for education and an abundance of experience in instruction, training, organization and management,” notes FSCJ North Campus President Dr. Sandy Robinson. “We are extremely fortunate to have Ms. Martin as a leader. With her talent and expertise, our students, faculty and staff at the Nassau Center are sure to excel.”

Spotlight – Christopher Markham, Chief Information Officer

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Chief Information Officer
College Information Technology Services

Christopher Markham is a recent addition to the FSCJ family, as he has been with the College since 2014. Before coming to FSCJ, he spent four years in the University System of Georgia, and a combined 15 years of corporate and military experience; U.S. Army (active and reserves), first as an enlisted soldier in technical engineering and later as a commissioned officer at U.S. Army Signal Headquarters Military Intelligence. Chris has served in a diverse set of combined technology and administration leadership roles throughout his career in higher education, including Dean of General Studies and Chair of Information Technology, Dean of Online Learning and Director of IT, Acting CIO, and most recently, CIO here at FSCJ.

He has an A.A. in General Studies from Macomb Community College, Detroit, MI, a B.A. in Business Administration from Northwood University, Midland, Michigan, and a master’s degree in Economics with a focus in IT portfolio management from the University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, Michigan. Chris is married with two sons, currently ages 9 months and 7 years old. Both he and his wife love traveling to new places, binge-watching Netflix and new technology gizmos. A dedicated lifelong learner, Chris enjoys exploring and constructing research in his field, writing and disseminating his findings at conferences and journals such as ISECON.

 

Spotlight – Dr. Richard Greene, Dean of Liberal Arts, Kent Campus/Cecil Center

richard_greeneDr. Richard Greene
Dean of Liberal Arts, Kent Campus/Cecil Center

Richard Greene is the Dean of Liberal Arts at the Kent Campus and Cecil Center where he is responsible for the communications, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, foreign languages, fine and performing arts and SLS departments at the Kent Campus/Cecil Center/NAS/Mayport. He sees himself as a servant leader who seeks to transform the educational experience by promoting excellent teaching and faculty leadership. He has, for example, sought to establish a culture on campus where faculty use cooperative learning, learning communities and technology to enhance the teaching and learning process. His behavior as an academic leader is strongly influenced by his experiences as a faculty member.

Dr. Greene has been a middle and high school teacher, an adjunct and a full-time Professor of English and Humanities and an Associate Dean of Liberal Arts. His interest in using different strategies to enhance teaching and learning led to his involvement in course development and related activities. During his tenure as a professor, he led teams that developed courses such as Introduction to Composition B, Humanities 2211 and Humanities 2450 for the online program at FSCJ. In addition, he has chaired FSCJ’s Committee on Teaching and Learning (Futures Group), served as the Kent Campus Lead Technology Mentor, and also served as the Student Advocate for Math and Writing in FSCJ’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). He was awarded an Outstanding Faculty Award in 2004.

After he became an associate dean, he continued his relationship with the QEP by serving as the Kent Campus Project Renaissance Team Leader. He assisted in designing and was one of the original graduates of FSCJ’s Online Professor Certificate Program. He also is certified to teach Student Life Skills courses at FSCJ. He has an M.A. in English and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from the University of North Florida. Dr. Greene continues to advocate the practices that promote student persistence and success, especially those focusing on learning theory, motivation and student life skills issues.