Dr. Shaweta "Shay" Vasudeva
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable Anatomy & Physiology Instructor with solid background in academia and curriculum development. Proven track record of guiding students to academic success through innovative teaching methods and course design. Demonstrated expertise in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and mentoring fellow faculty members.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Full-Time Owner
ShayTheCoachAcupuncture
Phoenix, AZ
10.2025 - Current
- Utilize Anatomy & Physiology knowledge to treat patients efficiently and effectively.
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH, remote
01.2024 - Current
- Part-time instructor for 20 students per semester; moderated discussions on research topics, methodology, and ethics; promoted data literacy and critical evaluation; and pursued ongoing professional development in instructional design, accessibility, and educational technology.
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne, WY
01.2023 - Current
- Part-time instructor teaching ~60 students per semester; designed syllabi and learning activities; taught core physiology concepts; used scaffolding for complex topics; mentored students through projects and virtual office hours; and assessed learning through assignments, presentations, and recorded lectures.
Part-Time Faculty Associate
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Part-time instructor for 350 students per semester; developed a 4-credit Canvas course with materials and assessments; taught and moderated discussions on end-of-life topics; and ensured competencies across biology, pre-med, counseling, social sciences, and mortuary science.
Part-Time Associate Faculty
University of Arizona Global Campus
Tucson, AZ, remote
08.2023 - Current
- Part-time instructor for 23 students per semester; taught core biological and neuropsychological concepts, including neuroanatomy, endocrinology, sensory and motor biology, biological bases of behavior, and research techniques; and guided students in developing final project presentations.
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty
Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture
Phoenix, AZ
01.2021 - Current
- Part-time instructor for 24–25 students per semester; pioneered a 10-week in-person Anatomy & Physiology III course by converting an online curriculum using reverse engineering; collaborated with academic leadership to meet accreditation standards; and implemented experiential and transformational learning pedagogies.
Part-Time Community Education Instructor
Gateway Community College
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Part-time instructor for 25 students per semester; conducted undergraduate research to inform teaching; taught human physical resilience and injury recovery, including bone, muscle, and tissue repair; and guided students on specialist referrals.
Part-Time Course Instructor
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
Tempe, AZ
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Part-time instructor for 32 students per semester; taught anatomy, kinesiology, and movement science; and increased student success and LMT pass rates from 60% to 90%.
Part-Time Program Instructor
The Health Sciences Academy
London, Remote
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Part-time instructor for 116 students per semester; delivered weekly lectures on core biological concepts such as metabolism, energy regulation, enzyme function, nutrient transport, digestive system, endocrine regulation, immune function, genetics, growth and development, and biological basis of disease; facilitated professional learning on active and inclusive teaching; and partnered with faculty to develop accessible, engaging online and hybrid courses.
Full-Time Owner
ShayTheCoach
Phoenix, AZ
10.2015 - 10.2025
- Mentored undergraduate interns and students toward publication, conducted and published A&P scholarly research, co-authoring six peer-reviewed articles; and presented at ten local, national, and international healthcare conferences.
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty, Rio Salado College
Maricopa County Community College
Phoenix, AZ
11.2014 - 06.2025
- Part-time instructor for 30 students per semester; developed and taught biology-focused course sections on motivation and emotion, biological rhythms, the endocrine system, and genetics and behavior.
Education
Doctor of Acupuncture -
Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture
Phoenix, AZ06.2023
Master of Acupuncture - undefined
Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture
Phoenix, AZ06.2021
Master of Science - Kinesiology
A.T. Still University
Mesa, AZ05.2020
Combined Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marist University
Poughkeepsie, NY05.2006
Skills
- Pedagogy
- Public speaking
- Research expertise
- Laboratory Instruction
- Educational Technology
- Leadership experience
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Google Suite (Docs, Sheets,
Chat, Meets)
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
- Zoom
- Outlook
- Canvas & LMS Systems
- CourseArc
- Curriculum Development Systems
- Student-centered learning
Timeline
Full-Time Owner
ShayTheCoachAcupuncture
10.2025 - Current
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty
Southern New Hampshire University
01.2024 - Current
Part-Time Faculty Associate
Arizona State University
08.2023 - 08.2024
Part-Time Associate Faculty
University of Arizona Global Campus
08.2023 - Current
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty
Laramie County Community College
01.2023 - Current
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty
Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture
01.2021 - Current
Part-Time Community Education Instructor
Gateway Community College
01.2018 - 05.2019
Part-Time Course Instructor
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts
08.2017 - 05.2019
Part-Time Program Instructor
The Health Sciences Academy
01.2016 - 12.2018
Full-Time Owner
ShayTheCoach
10.2015 - 10.2025
Part-Time Adjunct Faculty, Rio Salado College
Maricopa County Community College
11.2014 - 06.2025
Master of Acupuncture - undefined
Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture
Master of Science - Kinesiology
A.T. Still University
Combined Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Marist University
Doctor of Acupuncture -
Phoenix Institute of Herbal Medicine & Acupuncture
Published Research
- Vasudeva, S. & Pedroza, R. (2019). Ketogenics: Beneficialmpacts on obesity and metabolic syndrome and implementation in clinical practice and biopsychosocial considerations. EC Nutrition 6.3 (2019).
- Vasudeva, S., Squillante, A., Tholen, J. (2017). Nutritional supplementation and nutraceuticals as used in the treatment of osteoarthritis and their ability to alter mechanical properties of cartilage. EC Nutrition 9.1 (2017): 06-14.
- Vasudeva, S., (2016). The Mind-Body Connection: Its Impacts on obesity. Journal of Obesity & Weight Loss Therapy, 6(6), p.1-6.
- Vasudeva, S., (2016). The Mind-Body Connection: Its impacts on obesity. International Journal of Diabetes,1(2), p.1-6.
Public Presentations
- Vasudeva, S, (2026). Acupuncture and Gastrointestinal Disorders. 17th Global Webinar on Traditional and Integrative Medicine on behalf of the Scientific Guild: virtual.
- Vasudeva, S.(2025). Benefits of Auricular Acupuncture on Substance Use Disorders. Keynote 16thGlobal Webinar on Traditional and Integrative Medicine on behalf of the Scientific Guild: virtual.
- Vasudeva, S. (2018). Embracing the Adult Learner: Inspiring Change and Lowering Barriers to Success. Speaker to participating educators and higher education staff and leadership attendees. Arizona Women in Higher Education: Flagstaff, AZ.
- Vasudeva, S. (2016) The Mind-Body Connection. Keynote Speaker to Medical Doctors, Nurses, Registered Dieticians, other Healthcare Professionals, and higher education staff, faculty and leadership:
- Gateway Community College All Faculty Day of Learning & 50th Anniversary Celebration: January 2019, Phoenix, AZ ; Arizona Women In Higher Education: June 2017, Flagstaff, AZ; The International Conference on Obesity, Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery Summit & Expo: August 2017, Toronto, Ontario, Canada; The International Conference for Childhood Obesity: August 2016, Atlanta, GA; Maricopa Community College District Student Success Forum: October 2016 & 2017, Phoenix, AZ.
- Rio Salado College Lunch & Learn: February 2016, Tempe, AZ.