Catherine Wyman

Current

Program Director at Xavier College Preparatory
Writer at Raising Arizona Kids Magazine
Adjunct Instructor at Scottsdale Community College

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Past

Program Director at DeVry
Program Director at DeVry University
Research Associate at US Navy

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Education

Hawaii Pacific University

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Industry

Education Management

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Catherine Wyman’s Summary

As Program Director for Technology at Xavier College Preparatory in Phoenix, I am responsible for supporting the increased use of technology in support of women pursuing excellence. My work includes creating events to encourage girls in STEM, including the Xavier Video Game Tournament and Girls Have IT Day! I am project manager for the network uplift and implementing the new technology plan.

In my last job, I was the Program Director for the Game and Simulation Programming degree at DeVry University and the Program Director for the Web Graphic Design degree. I began my career with DeVry in 1991 as an Associate Professor in Computer Information Systems. In 2005 I was promoted to Online Program Dean for Game and Simulation Programming (GSP). In 2006 I was again promoted to Curriculum Manager for DeVry University, and in 2007 to Associate Program Director, GSP. My work included developing curriculum and lab models for distance delivery, assessment, and technology plans.

I have written C, C++, Java and Visual Basic textbook ancillaries, reviews, and papers on learning models and eLearning tools. I enjoy developing technology plans and working to bridge the gap from traditional teaching methods to engaging today’s digital learner.

When I am not working, I enjoy coaching a kids running team, running marathons, freelance writing, playing games and spending time with family.

Catherine Wyman’s Specialties:

Curriculum development, writing, technology planning, game development, kids video games

Catherine Wyman’s Experience

Program Director

Xavier College Preparatory

(Education Management industry)

August 2008 — Present (1 year 5 months)
Writer

Raising Arizona Kids Magazine

(Publishing industry)

January 2008 — Present (2 years )
Adjunct Instructor

Scottsdale Community College

(Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

January 1992 — Present (18 years )

I teach two classes online per semester: CIS 151 Video Game Development and CIS 280 Second Life for Business, in which we explore the real world business uses for virtual worlds.
Program Director

DeVry

(Public Company; Education Management industry)

2006 — May 2008 (2 years )
Program Director

DeVry University

(Public Company; Education Management industry)

October 1991 — May 2008 (16 years 8 months)

As Program Director for the Game and Simulation Programming degree program at DeVry University and the Web Graphic Design program, I was responsible for quality control for these programs. That included approval of implementation plans for all DeVry locations, as well as software and textbook selection. I also served as a liaison to all program deans at the campuses and online, career services and our industry advisory board. Prepared assessment plan for all programs. Researched new technology including using virtual worlds for learning.
Research Associate

US Navy

(Military industry)

October 1986 — January 1987 (4 months)

I was responsible for researching the Anti-Ballistic Missile (ABM) treaty and researching Soviet propaganda on nuclear weaponry.