1. M. Diane Cornilsen
812 Branden Hills Drive ♦ Clinton, IA 52732 ♦ dcornilsen@gmail.com ♦ (563) 503-1289
EXPERIENCE
2005-
Present
Ashford University Clinton, Iowa
Faculty, College of Business and Professional Studies, College of Education
Faculty Duties
• Courses taught: Computer Literacy (concepts and business computer modules
using MS Office), Spreadsheet Analysis, Database Analysis, Web publishing
(Adobe Dream Weaver); Senior Portfolio, Project Management, Business
Education Methods, Accounting Information Systems (QuickBooks, Sage
Software), Supervised business education student teacher(s), Integrating
Technology into Classroom (Teacher Education)
• Utilize Pearson e-Learning Management System in all courses
• Academic Advisor. Advise and schedule courses with incoming and returning
students; grade reporting; conference with students
• Transition Advisor, 2015-2016. Assist students who will transfer to complete
their academic program of study elsewhere due to AU closing.
• Phi Beta Lambda Student Business Organization, Adviser (2005-2016)
• ASPIRE Adult Learning Faculty – Computer Literacy
• Committees: Curriculum, Promotion, TEACH, Secondary Ed Advisory,
Reviewer for Faculty Handbook, Prior Learning Assessor, other ad hoc
2002- 2005 The Franciscan University Clinton, Iowa
Faculty, School of Business and Computer Technology
• Interim School of Business, Dean (2003-2005)
• Business Division Chair (2-yr. Term 2001-2003)—Accounting, Business,
Economics, Information Systems
Faculty Duties
• Courses taught: Introduction to Computers, PC Applications (computer
competency-required courses); business computer modules using (word
processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation graphics, internet/operating
system), web publishing (FrontPage and Adobe Dream Weaver); Database
Management, Senior Portfolio, Freshman Experience, Business Education
Methods, supervised business education practicum students
• Supervisor, Student Teachers
• Academic Advisor. Advised and scheduled courses with incoming as well as
returning students, grade reporting, conferenced with students
• Phi Beta Lambda Business Organization, Adviser
Administrative Duties
• Administered departmental budgets; developed course schedule sheets for
academic year, authored and co-authored program reviews, curriculum revisions
within Business, IS & Computer Graphic Departments, developed and
administered competency test for computer course, communicate departmental
news to appropriate offices.
• Academic Dean Council. Worked with a team to revise the faculty handbook and
to establish the process for faculty promotion.
• Curriculum Committee. Served as business division representative for two years
(1999-2001). Reviewed new course proposals, program proposals, program and

2. M. Diane Cornilsen
812 Branden Hills Drive ♦ Clinton, IA 52732 ♦ dcornilsen@gmail.com ♦ (563) 503-1289
course deletions, and external general education test instrument.
2001-2006 Clinton Community College Clinton, Iowa
Adjunct Faculty, Microcomputer Applications
The Franciscan University Clinton, Iowa
Director--Flavian Academic Support Center (Part-time)
Administrative Duties
Hired, trained and supervised peer tutors; managed budget; purchased office,
computer, and AV supplies plus new materials; worked with faculty to arrange
tutorial sessions via computer assisted instruction and/or peer tutors; maintained
usage statistics of the Center, prepared promotional materials (bookmark, posters,
business cards), and supervised the general operation and academic environment of
the Center.
Instructor--Part-time
Courses taught include Information Applications I & II; Microcomputers in
Business; Business Communications; PC/PC Applications
1978-2002 Mount St. Clare College Clinton, Iowa
Department Head--Office Education/Administration (2-year program)
Teaching Duties
Instructor and advisor for students enrolled in the associate degree program.
Organized and supervised student work experiences in the Clinton community.
Advisor to student office education organization.
Administrative Duties
Revised, developed, and implemented new coursework at both the associate and
baccalaureate degree level. Managed departmental budget, acquired new equipment
and supplies, and supervised the general maintenance of the department.
College Committees
Curriculum, Technology, Assessment, Self Study (Accreditation), Academic
Governance
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS/Offices Held
2015-2016
2014-2015
2013-2014
2011
1980-2015
1980-2015
2000-2015
2006
Past President IACTE—Iowa Association for Career and Technical Education
President, IACTE—Facilitated first executive board strategic plan, held monthly
conference calls, developed quarterly communication to 750 Iowa members both
secondary and post-secondary.
1st
Vice President and Conference Chair, IACTE—Organized and facilitated
conference activities, arranged for conference speakers, communicated with
membership, speakers, vendors, and CTE students of Iowa; was successful in
marketing campaign which increased conference profit to $18,000. IACTE funds
CTE students to attend the National Policy Seminar, pays for advocacy events and
leadership training for executive board.
Iowa CTSO, Career Technical Student Organization, Conference Chair
National Business Education Association, member
Iowa Business Education Association and Iowa and IACTE Member
ISTE, International Society Technology Education
Iowa Business Education Association-Area 9 Outstanding Post-Sec. Educator

3. M. Diane Cornilsen
812 Branden Hills Drive ♦ Clinton, IA 52732 ♦ dcornilsen@gmail.com ♦ (563) 503-1289
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER
2004-Present Junior Achievement Facilitator—Fourth Grade, Eagle Heights Clinton, Iowa
JA Facilitator—Kindergarten, Whittier Elementary
JA Facilitator--Second Grade, Whittier Elementary
JA Facilitator--First Grade, Fulton Elementary
2004-2013 Mentor—Study Connection, Clinton Community School District Clinton, Iowa
2003-2004 YWCA—Facilitator/Teacher for Tech-Kids, Computer Camp Clinton, Iowa
2002-2003 Junior Achievement Facilitator—Middle School, Lyons Clinton, Iowa
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATION
October 2014 ACTE—Association for Career and Technical Education Conference—Nashville,
TN. Represented Iowa as President of Iowa ACTE
November
2013
ACTE—Association for Career and Technical Education Conference—Las
Vegas, NV. Represented Iowa as 1st
Vice President and Conference Chair
June 2014 ACTE—Region III Conference—Rochester, MN. Represented Iowa ACTE with
CTE leaders from MO, MN, IL, IA, IN, WI.
February 2012 Cengage Technology Forum Chicago, Illinois
January 2012 Mandatory Reporter: Child and Dependent Abuse Certificate Online
AEA Professional Development
Iowa Master Educator License Renewal–Business Ed. Des Moines, Iowa
February 2011 Cengage Technology Forum Chicago, Illinois
2008-2010 • Vodcast, Podcast, Web 2.0 Tools, Photo Story Coursework, Ottawa
University, Online
• Reading Strategies in Content Area, Drake University Cedar Rapids, Iowa
• Web 2.0 Tools, University of Northern Iowa and IBEA Cedar Falls, Iowa
2007 – 2008
2004
University of Wisconsin School of Education Online
• Professional Development Certificate in Distance Education
University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, Iowa
• Media Production and Planning
• Database in Education
2004 AEA Professional Development
• Developing Responsible Kids at School and at Home Bettendorf, Iowa
• Mandatory Reporter: Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Certificate Online
2003 Teacher’s Institute Online
• Integrating Technology in the Classroom
1991-2004 • Area Education Association, Western Illinois University Recertification
Credits
• Shelly Cashman MS Office Summer Institute, Purdue University
1986-1989 Northern Illinois University DeKalb, Illinois
Masters of Science, Education
1972-1975 University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, Iowa
Bachelor of Arts, Business Education