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C I S
Office: T3610
Phone: (218) 723-6313
Director, Institutional Effectiveness
Institution Effectiveness/Research
Office: T1627B
Phone: (218) 723-6295
Dir, Advancement Services
Advancement Services
Office: T1410C
Phone: (218) 723-6479
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Project Management
Chief Campus Information Security Officer
Information Technology Staff
Phone: (218) 723-6660
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Applied Data Analytics
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CIS Online
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Thomas Buck, PhD, MBA
Dr. Thomas Buck is a member of St. Scholastica's Department of Computer Information Systems. He completed his BA in History/Philosophy (double major) at the University of Minnesota, Duluth in 1985, followed by an MS in Curriculum and Instruction (1996) at Portland State University, a PhD in Educational Psychology and Applied Information Systems (2004) from Walden University, as well as an MBA (2017) in Rural Healthcare and an MS (2021) in Health Informatics at the College of St. Scholastica. As a Lecturer at the College of St. Scholastica, Dr. Buck has taught a whole spectrum of undergraduate and graduate courses in education, curriculum and assessment, web design, leadership and management ethics, and computer science. And, in the areas of Curriculum Development and Instructional Design, he authored multiple courses for a number of different academic departments and schools, held workshops, and mentored faculty in Blackboard course design, accessibility, and accelerated instruction.
Currently, his projects include developing and maintaining the Learning Games (www.learningames.net/) and the Rubrics for Assessment (www.rubrics4assessment.net/) websites, co-authoring online authentic portfolio systems, as well as working with the MN Judicial Branch 6th District Court in developing and authoring an online DWI screening and referral tool (www.duluthsbirt.net). He also has published a number of peer reviewed studies and books on topics ranging from "Learning Styles and Web-based Learning" to "E-Commerce Analytics and Quantitative Methods" (for a complete list go to: www.tbuck.us).
In addition, as a Cultural Entrepreneur and internationally recognized Conservator of East Asian Historical & Cultural Artifacts (see: www.tsukamaki.net), another one of Dr. Buck's passions is his research on Japanese and Chinese history, philosophy and fine arts. Among his related published works are his books The Art of Tsukamaki and Ancient Japanese Swords and Fittings, both available on Amazon.com.
Thomas Gibbons, PhD
Tom Gibbons is an Professor in the Computer Information Systems (CIS) department in the Stender School of Business and Technology (SSBT). He has an undergraduate degree Math, Physics and Computer Science from St. John's University, a Masters in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from North Dakota State University. His research interests are in artificial intelligence, CS education and game design.
Kristopher Glesener, MS
Kris Glesener is an Assistant Professor in the Computer Information Systems department. He enjoys teaching programming, software development, and database classes. Before embarking on a teaching career, Kris was the Technical Lead for a software development team at Hallmark Business Connections. Outside of school, Kris enjoys running and outdoor activities. Kris is the director of the Northern Minnesota Track Club, a trail-running club in the Duluth-Superior area.
Scott Lee Eichenwald, MSDD
Scott Lee-Eichenwald is an Adjunct Instructor at the School of Business and Technology. His academic interests include IT Security, Human Factors, Mobile Technology, Medical Devices, EMR/EHR Systems, and Project Management. Scott teaches courses that include IT Ethics and Security, Mobile Systems and Health Information Security Systems. In his spare time, Scott likes spending time with his family, watching the MN Wild, outdoor activities, and travel.
Joelle McGovern, MEd
Joelle McGovern, MEd, has been teaching for the Dignitas program since 2013. She earned her bachelor’s degree in computer information systems and her master’s degree in education from The College of St. Scholastica. In Joelle’s 16 plus years of working with college students at CSS, she has gained experience in online instruction, strategic planning, project management, residential life and academic advising. Currently she serves as an adjunct instructor for the Computer Information Systems Department at The College of St. Scholastica.
Joelle's inspiration for designing Star Wars and Servant Leadership comes from various professional development training opportunities received while working as a student affairs professional along with Matt Stover's book adaptation for Episode III Revenge of the Sith. Joelle’s teaching style is influenced by the work of Geneva Gay's research on Culturally Relevant Pedagogy. Joelle agrees with Gay's theory that students need to experience a safe and inclusive learning community that offers students opportunities to connect new information to their own lived experiences. This includes providing students access to course materials through multiple forms of presentation and designing learning activities that allow students the freedom to demonstrate their knowledge and critical thinking through various mediums. Students can expect to feel comfortable, challenged, and receive prompt, yet formative feedback.
Joelle's goals for the students enrolled in her class are that they will apply key principles of servant leadership into their daily lives and begin to recognize moments of authentic joy.
Phone: 218.340.9976
Office Hours: by appointment
David Mellender, DBA, PMP, PMI-ACP
David Mellender is an Adjunct Instructor with the School of Business and Technology, teaching online courses in project management to BS and MS candidates. His academic interests include project management, original research, and complexity theory.
Dr. Mellender is a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) with focus in Project Management. He also holds an MS in Technology Management, a BA in Business and Management, and an AA in Communications Applications. Dr. Mellender completed most of his coursework online through distance learning while serving on active duty in the Air Force.
Dr. Mellender holds certifications as a Project Management Professional and a Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner. In his spare time, Dr. Mellender enjoys swimming, reading, and spending time with his family.
Matthew Moses, MS
Matthew E. Moses is an Adjunct Instructor in the Master of Science in Applied Data Analytics program within the School of Business and Technology. His academic interests include Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Cloud Architecture, and Application/Micro-service Architecture. Matt teaches on the topic of Big Data Management. Outside of CSS, Matt works for IBM as an Advisory Application Architect in the IBM Consulting business practice. In his spare time, Matt likes spending time with his family, pursuing his photography business, running, kayaking, and attending live music.
Rao Nemani, PhD
Dr. Rao Nemani is an Adjunct Instructor of Computer Information Systems at the School of Business and Technology. His academic interests include Enterprise Information Management, Organizational Transformation, Knowledge Management, IT Strategy and Governance, Project Management, Data Warehousing and Business Intelligence and Health Care and Business Analytics / Informatics. Dr. Nemani teaches courses include Database Modeling, Transforming the Organization, and Managing Technical Teams. In his spare time, Dr. Nemani likes traveling and exploring new places, volunteering and gardening.
Michael O'Connor, PhD, MSTM, MSPM, MBA, PMP, PgMP, CPM, IPMA-B, NPDP
Dr. Michael O'Connor is the Director Strategy and Project Management with Medtronic Corporate Science & Technology in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He has developed many early medical device design concepts and has released many medical devices to commercialization. He holds Graduate degrees in Project Management, Technology Management and Business Administration. Dr. O'Connor earned his Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, majoring in Project Management, from the University of Maryland, College Park, A. James Clark School of Engineering. He was selected as an American Society for Quality (ASQ), Quality Fellow, Medtronic Technical Fellow (TF) and Fellow of the American Academy of Project Management (FAAPM). He is an AAPM, MPM™, CIPM™ and CPRM®, PMI PMP® and PgMP®, IPM CPD and IPMA IPMA-B certified. He is currently a Minnesota Project Management Institute Board Member and Director at Large and he is the Medtronic liaison for the Minnesota PMI chapter. He currently sits on many boards at universities, non-profits and professional organizations. He is the representative for Medtronic on the PMI Global Executive Council. He is an Adjunct Faculty instructor at the College of St. Scholastica teaching Graduate level Project Management.
LinkedIn Profile: www.linkedin.com/in/michaelgoconnor
Brandon Olson, PhD, PMP
Brandon Olson is a Professor of Data Analytics, IT, and Project Management and Director of CIS Graduate Programs. His academic interests include data analytics, project management, IT strategy, systems thinking, and online education. Dr. Olson teaches courses that include data analytics, project management, information systems, and capstone projects. In his spare time, he enjoys running, hiking, and reading.
Shanna Skallet, MS, PMP
Shanna Skallet is an Assistant Professor in Project Management and the Director for the Master of Science Program in Project Management. In addition to overall project management, her areas of experience and academic interest include construction and industrial project management, leadership of distributed and culturally diverse teams, and leadership theory. Ms. Skallet teaches courses in leadership theory, project management practices, and graduate capstone research. She also serves as co-chair of the outreach committee for the Minnesota Chapter of the Project Management Institute. In her spare time, Ms. Skallet enjoys modern quilting, playing video games, hiking and outdoor activities, and traveling.
David Vosen, MA
David J. Vosen MA, Lecturer in the Computer Information Systems Department. He has an undergraduate degree in Chemistry with certificate in German Language and Culture from Carleton College as well as a Masters specializing in Learning Technologies from the University of St. Thomas. His varied academic interests include emerging & adaptive technologies, online education, mobile innovation & integration, web design, multimedia, cognitive science, and environmental science. D.Vo teaches courses on Computer Architecture, Computer Security, Database Modeling & SQL, Computer Software & Applications, and Ecology. He is an author of hundreds of YouTube videos, loves to integrate themed music into his courses with over 75 unique playlists, is a web master & desktop publisher for several nonprofits, and is an active member of the NE MN STEM leadership team. His personal interests include piping on the Great Highland Bagpipe, drumming on Xbox live, swimming, esoteric philosophy, wilderness survival, reading with his daughters, visual arts, off-grid construction, and traveling far & wide.
