Christine Junker
Celina,OH
Summary
Licensed LPC with clinical experience and 20+ years of experience in higher education working directly with students, faculty, staff and campus offices to support student wellness, success, retention, and completion
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor of English
Wright State University - Lake Campus
01.2008 - Current
- Fostered a positive learning environment through inclusive teaching strategies and culturally responsive pedagogy in over 200 highly interactive courses
- Cultivated student success through mentorship, advising, and leading student organizations
- Advised and mentored students through undergraduate honors theses and graduate theses
- Ensured accessibility for all learners by implementing accommodations in accordance with university guidelines and disability services policies.
- Designed theme-based courses to focus on the critical study of flourishing, well-being, and positive psychology
- Incorporated evidence-based wellness practices into my classrooms to improve student well-being and learning
- Communicated research-findings and teaching effectiveness strategies to different audiences in 19+ peer-reviewed publications, 12+ conference presentations, and 5+ community engagement events
- Assessed and evaluated learning outcomes for 30+ courses
- Recognized for excellence in teaching, service, and research including Outstanding Faculty Award (2021), Excellence in Service Award (2017, 2014, 2010), General Education Excellence in Teaching Award (2010, 2009), President's Award for Outstanding Lecturer (2008)
Faculty Development Director
Wright State University - Lake Campus
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Spearheaded faculty development program aimed at integrating evidence-based teaching practices into a wide range of courses across campus
- Improved faculty development opportunities by organizing workshops, seminars, and guest lectures.
- Served on university committees focused on enhancing curriculum quality, diversity initiatives, and faculty development programs.
- Supported academic initiatives by organizing workshops and seminars for faculty development.
- Managed budget allocations efficiently to ensure that adequate resources were available for faculty development opportunities
Student Success Center Director
Wright State University - Lake Campus
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Supervised associated offices and personnel such as Office of Disability Services, Library & Technology Services, and a staff of student and professional tutors
- Managed center budget effectively
- Designed and delivered training to peer and professional tutors, with a focus on creating a growth mindset around campus
- Coordinated events and programming within the campus to promote student success skills
- Assessed center outcomes and efficacy
- Created a welcoming, inclusive environment in our center
- Acted as a liaison for staff, faculty, and students to promote the center and to make sure that all stakeholder interests were represented
- Procured and administered a Connect2Complete grant from Americorp to fund a Americorp Vista on our campus who set up peer-to-peer mentorship relationships and needs-based programs for at-risk students
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
Wright State University
Dayton, OH05.2028
M.Ed. - Instructional Design and Learning Technologies
Wright State University
Dayton, OH01.2021
Masters/Ph.D. - English
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 01.2008
500 hr Yoga Teacher Training -
In Process
Fort Wayne, IN 01.2026
200 Hour Certification -
Yoga Teacher, 200 Hr. Certified
Fort Wayne, IN 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI05.2001
Skills
Cross-cultural communication & multicultural competence
Workshop and training development, implementation, and assessment
Fostering intercampus communities & awareness of student well-being
Student support, engagement, and retention
Timeline
Faculty Development Director
Wright State University - Lake Campus
01.2015 - 01.2020
Student Success Center Director
Wright State University - Lake Campus
01.2014 - 01.2016
Professor of English
Wright State University - Lake Campus
01.2008 - Current
Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health
Wright State University
M.Ed. - Instructional Design and Learning Technologies
Wright State University
Masters/Ph.D. - English
Michigan State University
500 hr Yoga Teacher Training -
In Process
200 Hour Certification -
Yoga Teacher, 200 Hr. Certified
Bachelor of Science - English Education
Ferris State University
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