Divesh Acharya

• Provided instruction in diverse subjects including Network Security, Web Programming, Software Engineering, and Programming to undergraduate classes.

Computer Information Technology Department

• Enhanced technology course content for associate degree relevance to professional requirements.
• Implemented successful strategies to increase program enrollment.
• Developed pathways to address industry needs by integrating industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+.
• Delivered instruction on A+ Essentials, Cloud Computing, and Network+ to undergraduate students.

Cybersecurity Department

• Initiated the process of a 2+2 transfer agreement between Southern Arkansas University, Magnolia, and Southern Arkansas University Tech, East Camden, for an Associate degree to a Bachelor degree in Cybersecurity.
• Developed Cyber Range Lab curriculum to enhance degree program courses.
• Integrated industry certification CompTIA CySA+ to address the requirements of non-transfer students in this degree plan.
• Delivered instruction in courses such as Python programming, C++ programming, Computer Forensics, Ethical Hacking, Linux/Unix Operating Systems, and Virtualization to undergraduate students.
• Completed the comprehensive submission process to obtain National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) recognition for the institution's Associate degree in Cybersecurity.
• Contributed to state-level cybersecurity events, including CYBER JOLT, as part of a collaborative effort.

Data Science Department

• Initiated the process of a 2+2 transfer agreement between the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and Southern Arkansas University Tech, East Camden, for an Associate degree to a Bachelor degree in Data Science.
• Delivered instruction in courses like R programming, Data Visualization and Communication, Introduction to Data Science, Database Management Systems, and the Role of Data Science in Today's World to undergraduate students.

Other Responsibilities and Achievements

• Academic Advisor for the Computer Science and Engineering Department since August 2022.
• Engaged with the NSF-DART project by the Department of Education to enhance data science education frameworks at secondary and higher education levels across Arkansas.
• Developing AI literacy courses to create a curriculum in AI for the Arkansas STEM Coalition.
• Collaborated with experts through events addressing advancements in AI and educational technologies.
• Held position as Vice President for the Faculty Senate.
• Supervised the certification process for Python and C++ programming language courses in Quality Matters (QM) for higher education.
• Engaged in the process of transaction from POISE to the Jenzabar One (J1) ERP system for the university.
• Facilitated planning and participation for the Arkansas High Performance Computing Center (AHPCC) workshop by the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

Registrar's Office

• Provided administrative support to the Registrar’s Office, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Assisted with student record management, including data entry, filing, and retrieval of academic records.
• Processed student enrollment, registration, transcripts, and graduation applications.
• Maintained confidentiality and security of student records in compliance with FERPA and institutional policies.

Automotive Domain

• Configured, customized, and optimized CRM solutions (Microsoft Dynamics and SAP CRM) for the automotive industry.
• Defined functional requirements for mobile applications that enhanced customer engagement, vehicle tracking, appointment scheduling, and service management.
• Acted as a liaison between business and technical teams to ensure smooth CRM and mobile app development.
• Identified process gaps and recommended CRM enhancements to improve customer engagement and operational efficiency.
• Worked on data migration, ETL processes, and system upgrades to support CRM modernization.