Bridget Sonnier-Hillis, PhD

• Developed course materials and assessments for undergraduate psychology classes, including online courses.
• Facilitated engaging discussions on psychological theories and concepts.
• Connected with struggling students to offer additional support and enhance learning.
• Served as a faculty advisor to students regarding course selections, careers in psychology, and the transfer degree program.
• Collaborated with faculty to enhance the curriculum, program development, and learning assessments.
• Served as a member of college committees responsible for making decisions about faculty hiring, curriculum design, Title IV, and academic appeals.
• Chaired the retention improvement committee for the division of Business, Social Sciences, and History.
• Served as a faculty senator for Social Sciences and History department.

• Supervised more than 20 faculty members within the Department of Social Sciences and History.
• Recruited and hired adjunct faculty.
• Facilitated departmental meetings to promote communication and address concerns.
• Created course schedules and assigned rooms for department faculty.
• Assisted in advising students on academic paths and program requirements.
• Engaged with students for new student orientation.
• Collaborated with other department chairs to promote division events and programs.
• Engaged with community stakeholders to foster partnerships and collaboration efforts.
• Contributed to the development of a new associate's degree program in Social Work that would transfer to 4-year universities.

August 2009 - May 2011

August 2002 - May 2004