Stacey Kendig, Ed.D

Innovative leader in academic operations and program development. Enhanced curriculum review and drove program improvement through effective stakeholder communication and community partnerships. Managed faculty workload and scheduling while employing strong decision-making and interpersonal communication skills to meet departmental objectives.

• Dissertation
• Kendig, S. (2013). Administrator & Faculty Perceptions of Uncivil Workplace Behavior: A Higher Education Study
• Publications
• Kendig, S., Place, G., & Barnett, A (2015). Shepherd University Reaches Milestone. The Review: A publication of West Virginia Recreation and Parks Association, p. 8.
• Kendig, S., & McCleskey, K. (2020). COIlict or Culture: Which One is in the Driver's Seat? Journal of Education and Human Development. DOI:10.15640/jehd.2020
• Place, G. and Kendig, S. (2019). LGBT & Sports. The Journal of Advances in Sports and Physical Education. DOI: 10.21276/jaspe.2019.2.2.3.
• Grants
• Androzzi, J. and Kendig, S. (2018). "Wireless Microphone System Mini-Grant".
• Graham, J. and Kendig, S. (2019). "W.L.S.H Foundation Grant Award". Human Performance Lab.
• Presentations/Conference Attendance
• Kendig, S., DeVito, A., & Barnett, A.L. (October, 2009). Diabetes and Obesity in the Blue Crab State: Causes and Cures. MAHPERD Annual Conference, Towson State University, Baltimore, MD.
• Kendig, S., Devito, A., & Barnett, A.L. (April, 2010). Bullying and Teens. APHERD Annual Conference, Indianapolis, IN.
• Kendig, S. & Barnett, A.L. (April, 2011). Bullying in the Workplace. Maryland Recreation and Parks (MRPA) Association Annual Conference, Ocean City, MD. Included 6 Shepherd University students in presentation.
• Kendig, S. & Barnett, A.L. (April, 2012). Teens and Sexting: Is It Happening In Your Community Center? Maryland Recreation & Parks Association (MRPA) Annual Conference, Ocean City, MD. Included 6 Shepherd University students in presentation.
• Kendig, S. & Barnett, A.L. (October, 2012). Sexting and the College Student. WVAPHERD Annual Conference, Bridgeport, WV. Included 2 Shepherd University students in presentation.
• Kendig, S., Barnett, A.L. & Place, G. ( January, 2013). Recreation, Parks, Sport & Tourism Department Chair's Conference, Charleston, SC.
• Kendig, S., Barnett, A.L. (October, 2014). Inclusion in Recreation & Sport. WVAPHERD Annual Conference, Flatwoods, WV.
• Kendig, S. (October, 2106). Understanding Culture and Conflict: A Pathway to Productivity. WVAPHERD Annual Conference, Daniels, WV.
• Kendig, S. (October, 2019) Uncivil Workplace Behavior. National Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference, Baltimore, MD.
• Kendig, S. & Barnett, A. (2023) Leaders of the Future: How Different They Must Be. Maryland Recreation & Parks Association, Ocean City, MD.

• Accreditation
• Shepherd University, Recreation & Sport Studies Program accreditation team member for COAPRT national accreditation (assessment component).
• Health Promotion & Exercise Science Program Review Chair (2018)
• Advising
• Shepherd University: student advisor (80-100)
• PEK/Phi Epsilon Kappa Fraternity (former)
• New Freshman Advisor (summer 2008-present)
• RSES. Student Intern Advisor and Placement Supervisor
• Committees
• Shepherd University
• University General Studies Committee (2004-2005)
• College of Education & Professional Studies Strategic Planning (2010-2023)
• Faculty Search Committees (Departmental & Campus Wide)
• University Judicial Board (2011-present)
• University Student Success Committee (2010-present)
• Civic Engagement Committee (Student Affairs Office) (2012-present)
• University Admission's & Credits Committee (2013-2018)
• University Curriculum & Instruction Committee (2014-2017)
• University Grade Appeals Committee (2016-present)
• Inauguration Committee for Dr. Mary J.C. Hendrix (Spring 2016)
• Common Reading Health Forum (Spring 2016)
• Founder's Day Celebration Committee (2016-2021)
• University Budget Council (2017-2021)
• University Dean's Council (2017-2018)
• University Strategic Planning Committee (2016-2023)
• University Academic Advising Committee (2018-2020)
• University Program Review Committee (2019-2022)
• University Strategic Planning Committee Co-Chair (2020-2023)
• University Athletics Committee (2019-2023)
• University Calendar Committee (2020-2022)
• University Ombudsperson (appointed 2023-present)
• University Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (2023-present)
• Chair, Athletic Director Search Committee (2024)
• Faculty Athletic Representative (appointed 2025)
• Professional Affiliations/Memberships
• MRPA (Maryland Recreation & Parks Association)
• NRPA (National Recreation & Park Association)
• PHI KAPAP PHI Fraternity/President (Shepherd University Chapter)

• Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom College Program/Internship (1982)
• North Carolina State University Supervisor Management School I (1993)
• North Carolina State University Supervisor Management School II (1994)
• North Carolina State University Supervisor Management School Graduate Program (1998)
• University of Georgia (Athens) Executive Development School (2000)
• Virginia Park & Recreation Society Facilities Management School (2000)
• National Recreation & Park Association: COAPRT Accreditation Program Review (2015)

• Examples of relevant course taught include: Introduction to Commercial Recreation and Tourism, Introduction to Recreation and Sport Studies, Leadership in Recreation and Sport, Sport Marketing and Promotion, Sport and Event Management, Facilities Management, Human Resource Management in Recreation/Sport, Public Relations in Sport, Hospitality Industry, 21st Century Tourism, Research Design/Analysis in Recreation and Sport, Internship Placement and Supervision, MBA/Fundraising & Grant Writing.