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CCIT Welcomes Scott Kearney

Faculty
Scott Kearney
Instructor

I received my M.S. in Information Systems and Operations Management from the University of Florida. I am a Microsoft MCITP and MCT. I have always had a passion for computers and I am constantly seeking to learn more about them. I endeavor to use what I learn to help others, and to make life more convenient and efficient at home, at work, and at school.

 I prefer facilitative, Socratic, or learner-centered teaching styles. I believe that what students say they want should dictate teaching and that learner needs are more important than the curriculum. I enjoy working with students one-on-one and teaching students who are genuinely interested in their learning.

 In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my wife, entertaining my dog, designing websites, teaching scuba diving, and bicycling.

 

 

CCIT Welcomes: Karen Fritch

Faculty
Karen Fritch
Instructor

I received my M.Ed in Instructional Technology at DeSales University and my B.S. degree in Secondary Education from Penn State University. My background includes over 20 years of training and technical assistance to regular education and special education teachers working for the State of Pennsylvania’s Department of Education and Bureau of Special Education and more recently as Director of Training for the Center for Autism at the University of South Florida.

Currently, I am an Instructional Design Technologist for St. Petersburg College, supporting faculty with online courses and other instructional technology needs. I also have taught Instructional Technology and Computer and Information Technology courses at the college.

Outside of work I enjoy family, golf, and other outdoor activities.

CCIT welcomes Tammy Cappleman

Faculty
Tammy Cappleman
Instructor

I began my career at St. Petersburg College at the Tarpon Springs Campus in 2000 as an Administrative Specialist working in the career development, business services, counseling/advising and the Honors College. After many happy years at the Tarpon Campus, I moved to the EpiCenter under the supervision of the Vice President of Enrollment Management. During that time, I worked with the Enrollment Management team to begin to streamline enrollment processes. Although it was very rewarding, I missed the face-to-face contact with students. I was then hired as a student support advisor at the Health Education Center where I currently reside. I love to assist all students in achieving their educational goals and am passionate about working with the veteran population as a Veteran Liaison at the Health Education Center.

My educational background is very diverse. I earned an Associate in Arts with a concentration in mass communications. I had a very exciting internship at ABC Action News in Tampa working in the public relations department and was “Associate Producer” in a weekly public service talk show. After completing an AA degree, I started in the Associate in Science Landscaping program, however that program was dissolved. I quickly decided to pursue a bachelor’s degree and completed the Bachelor of Applied Science in Technology Management from St. Petersburg College. I also received the Microsoft Certified Office Specialist Certificate. After a brief rest from classes, I then decided to pursue a Master of Public Administration with Barry University through the University Partnership program at the Seminole Campus.

I spend my off hours as an active member of the Association of Florida Colleges, I volunteer with Horses for Heroes, a veteran equestrian therapy riding program, I am a volunteer and I am a supporter of Homeless Emergency Project and Clothes to Kids in Clearwater. Additionally, I am a 10 gallon blood donor at Florida Blood Services. I also moderate in the Ethics Bowl. I enjoy spending time with my family and riding a scooter to watch the beautiful sunsets over Caladesi Island.

I have a very hands-on-teaching philosophy in the fact that I want to make sure you grasp the material which will help you succeed in your educational experience at St. Petersburg College. I believe in class interaction and may request students to work in teams during parts of the class.

CCIT welcomes Ron Kaiser

Faculty
Ron Kaiser
Adjunct Instructor

Ron Kaiser is from Gulfport, Florida. He is a veteran of the Cold War; he retired from the Army at Carlisle Barracks, PA in October 1993.  He is a recent graduate (December 2012) of the University of South Florida with a Master’s in Instructional Technology. His undergrad degrees are from St Petersburg College in Technology Management in 2010 and 2011. 

 For the past 32 years, he has worked in the Information Technology Industry all over the world with the Army and IBM Global Services as a Subject Matter Expert or IT Project Manager. He is an active Real Estate Broker Associate with Sail Away Realty, Inc. in Gulfport, FL and has been a Florida Notary Public since 2002. 

 During his career in the Army, he graduated from the U.S. Army Drill Sergeant School at Ft Jackson, SC in 1983, as well as the Primary Leadership Course (1982) at Ft Bragg, NC and the Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course for Communications at Ft Gordon, GA (1988) while continuously working with cutting edge Information Technology that would become obsolete sooner than anyone could become proficient with it.  I have extensive Training and Operations Management experience from my days in the military and at IBM Global Services.

 Playing Fantasy Football and serving as the Commissioner in several leagues every year is his alternative to the FaceBook craze. He enjoys playing golf and building things around the house, mainly with wood. He and his wife have four grown children (two are also recent graduates) and one grandchild.

Paul Coffee sends a note of thanks to the CCIT department

College of Computer and Information Technology

Contributing Writer

Dr. Setterlind,

 I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and your staff for assisting me in my higher educational goals.  In particular, I would like to inform you about my amazing experience in Professor Risberg’s class.  I am due to graduate this semester after finishing my fall class here in a couple weeks and I was compelled to write you and let tell you a little about my time at SPC.  I am a 14-year Veteran of the Air Force through the last 3 wars.  I have enjoyed every second of my time here at SPC and I will continue with another degree starting this fall in IT Management. At the present time, I have a 3.829 GPA, with two more (A’s) to factor in before graduation.  I am also a disabled Veteran, and Professor Risberg, having no knowledge of this, has gone out of her way to assist me throughout my studies.  Her knowledge, experience and willingness to help is unsurpassed.  I personally know the efforts she has shown me and I am sure she does this for all her students.  I am not sure if I should have contacted you directly or if this is even the appropriate forum.  I will end with this because I know your time is valuable.  Sending a big Thank You to Professor Risberg for assisting this veteran get his life back on track and headed to a brighter future. I fully comprehend why SPC has received such accolades for assisting Veterans, even if the Professors are unaware of such matters.

From intern to Full-time Employee

internships

When circumstances suddenly changed for Craig Corlis, he left his position with Child Support Enforcement Services in Pennsylvania and moved to Florida and began working at the Clearwater Police Department. Due to unexpected medical problems, he was forced to leave the police department and go back to school. He currently attends St. Petersburg College, where he is pursuing a degree in Web Development with a specialization in Mobile Applications.

Since an internship was required for his degree program, Corlis took action to find one that was the right fit.  After an intensive search on numerous web sites, Corlis found an internship at Cox Media in Tampa, FL, which he began serving in August of 2012. On November 23rd, he was hired as a permanent employee, which he said is “an exciting opportunity.”

At Cox, Corlis is a Digital Producer. His duties include: updating and designing seven major web sites for each of the major Tampa radio stations, such as Magic 94.9 and Hot 101.5. He also researches new content, creates sweepstakes and event listings, designs site graphics and layouts and Google maps.  

“Building on the foundation and talents of our core, we are transforming CMG into a digital media company by creating scalable content and advertising services. We accomplish this with speed, passion and courage,” he said. Corlis further stated that Cox has “a fun environment with great people and there’s always something new to learn.”

For students who plan to pursue an internship in the future, Corlis suggests that “you treat every day of your internship like an interview, don’t be complacent, ask questions and build a reputation as a reliable person.”