1. Leisha Hultgren, PhD
612 Hambaugh Avenue
Birmingham, Alabama 35209
205-520-8396
leishahultgren@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Ph.D. Education September 2008
Capella University
Degree GPA 4.0
Dissertation: “The Essences of Interaction in Online
Education: The Experience of Six Doctoral Students.”
Defended August 2008.
M.A. English, Graduated with Distinction April 2006
National University
30 Semester Credit Hours
Thesis: “A Buddhist Approach to The Crying of Lot 49.”
Defended March 2006.
English Graduate Coursework March 1992
University of Alabama at Birmingham
21 Semester Credit Hours
Note: 51 Total Semester Credit Hours
B.A. English and Philosophy June 1989
University of Alabama at Birmingham
EMPLOYMENT
Instructor of English August 1995 - Present
Bevill State Community College
Sumiton Campus
Editor August 1993 – July 1995
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Department of Creative Services
Data Coordinator 1990 – 1993
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Department of Preventive Medicine
TEACHING AND ADVISING
Bevill State Community College, Sumiton Campus
Academic Advisor 1985-Present
 Mentor advisees regarding educational and career opportunities; provide job shadowing.
 Advise students regarding their degree completion plans and course schedules.
 Register advisees for their courses; complete drop/add forms as needed.
 Teach advisees to use STARS to assist them in transferring to a 4-year university.
 Mentor students regarding the application for graduation and transfer.
 Review and officially recommend advisees for degree completion.
 Use Student Information Systems to assist students.

2. Developmental Instructor 1985 - Present
 Courses taught include College Reading, Critical Reading, Communication Skills, Business English,
Basic English I and II.
o Plan and provide instruction for communication skills, including analytical thinking and reading,
standardized grammar and language, and expository writing skills.
o Use learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, WebCt) to develop and integrate a
supplemental online courses that improves student learning and retention.
o Use a variety of teaching strategies to engage students in active learning.
Composition Instructor 1985 - Present
 Courses taught include English Composition I and English Composition II.
o Plan and provide instruction and extensive practice in writing analytical essays, conducting scholarly
research, and developing critical reading skills.
o Use learning management systems (Canvas, Blackboard, WebCt) to develop and integrate a
supplemental course online that improves student learning and retention.
o Provide instruction in using computer technology to enhance the writing process.
o Use team-based and collaborative learning strategies.
 Design, develop, and teach courses online.
o Use learning management systems: Canvas, Blackboard, and WebCt.
Literature Instructor 1985-Present
 Courses taught include American Literature I, American Literature II, English Literature I, English
Literature II, World Literature I, and World Literature II.
o Plan and teach courses that survey American literature, British literature, and world literature from
their beginnings to the present day.
o Teach representative works and writers for each time period and the literary, cultural, historical, and
philosophical forces that relate to the works.
o Provide instruction and practice in interpreting literary aesthetics and themes and understanding
relevant criticism and research.
o Use a variety of innovative teaching and assessment strategies to promote collaborative learning and
critical thinking.
 Design, develop, and teach American Literature I and II as online hybrids.
o Use learning management systems: Canvas, Blackboard, and WebCt.
ACADEMIC SERVICE
Bevill State Community College
Diversity Committee 2011-Present
Sumiton Campus
 Promote conversation, exchange, and an increased awareness of diversity issues affecting the college
community.
 Develop teaching strategies and assessments to accommodate multiple learning styles.
 Develop student activities that showcase diversity.
 Research and recommend professional development for faculty and staff.
Accreditation Team 2008-2011
Fayette Campus, Hamilton Campus, Jasper Campus, Sumiton Campus
 Researched and synthesized primary and secondary documents.
 Wrote narrative reports explaining process for meeting accreditation requirements.
 Coordinated with others to assess and demonstrate student achievements as aligned with SACS
requirements.
 Edited the college’s final SACS Compliance Certification report.

3. Distance Education Instructional Designer 2008-2009
Fayette Campus, Hamilton Campus, Jasper Campus, Sumiton Campus
 Provided innovative leadership in the design, development, and implementation of the College’s
distance education program and courses.
 Developed curriculum standards, objectives, and assessments for distance education.
 Assisted in the creation and maintenance of a consistent appearance and navigation for online
courses.
 Ensured compliance with standards and regulations for distance education as required by SACS and
the Alabama State Board of Education.
Trainer, Distance Education Team 2006-2008
Jasper Campus and Sumiton Campus
 Developed and provided training for instructors college-wide in developing and enhancing DE
courses.
 Developed audio and video tutorials for faculty and students.
President’s Advisory Council on Distance Education 2005-2010
Fayette Campus, Hamilton Campus, Jasper Campus, Sumiton Campus
 Researched and reported on media and methods for delivery of instruction.
 Planned and prepared DE program goals, institutional standards, and evaluation process.
 Planned and prepared DE Faculty Handbook for Policies and Procedures.
English Curriculum Committee Chair 2006-2010
Fayette Campus, Hamilton Campus, Jasper Campus, Sumiton Campus
 Planned and lead college-wide English faculty meetings.
 Facilitated communication between English faculty and administration.
 Participated in budget reviews and requests.
 Annually reviewed and updated English syllabi to ensure compliance with SACS and the Alabama
State Board of Education.
 Coordinated institutional effectiveness plans for English courses; compiled data and completed
reports to ensure compliance with SACS and the Alabama State Board of Education.
 Coordinated development of annual TORCH scholarship exams.
 Completed appropriate procedures and paperwork to request changes to the English curriculum and
English courses.
 Ensure meeting minutes are approved by the committee and submitted to the dean of instruction.
Supervisor of English Lab and Tutors 2000-2012
Sumiton Campus
 Recruited, trained, and supervised professional and peer English tutors.
 Planned and oversaw budget.
 Prepared English lab and tutoring schedule.
 Prepared first draft of the Sumiton English teaching schedule for the Sumiton Campus.
 Created an inclusive lab environment, where diversity was appreciated and all learning styles
accommodated.
English Curriculum Committee, Member 1997-present
Fayette Campus, Hamilton Campus, Jasper Campus, Sumiton Campus
 Research, review, and recommend textbooks.
 Review syllabi and recommend changes as needed.

4.  Prepare and proctor TORCH scholarship exams.
 Recommend English class schedule.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
Fundraiser 2006 -present
American Cancer Society, Relay for Life
 Coordinated and participated in annual fundraising events.
Co-Coordinator, Brown Bag Poetry Reading Series 2006-2007
Bevill State Community College, Sumiton Campus Library
 Coordinated monthly series with the associate dean of library services.
Co-Coordinator, Reading Advances People (RAP) Series 2012-2014
Bevill State Community College, Sumiton Campus Library
 Coordinated monthly series with the associate dean of library services.
Panel Member, Literary Development Committee 1995
Alabama State Council on the Arts
President of the Executive Board of Directors 1993-1994
Birmingham Art Association
Trustee of the Executive Board of Directors 1992-1994
Birmingham Art Association
HONORS AND AWARDS
Graduated with Distinction, 4.0 GPA 2009
Ph.D. in Education from Capella University
Graduated with Distinction, 4.0 GPA 2006
M.A. in English from National University
Nominated for Outstanding Faculty Member 2008
Bevill State Community College
Nominated for Chancellor’s Outstanding Faculty Award 2006
State Department of Postsecondary Education
Grant Awarded: Multidisciplinary Art Series 1999
Alabama State Council on the Arts
Project Title: Forest Rising: A Dance Theater Performance
Grant Awarded: Project Assistance, Multidisciplinary 1998
Alabama State Council on the Arts
Project Title: Performance Art Series
Grant Awarded: Performance & Lecture Series 1997
Alabama Humanities Foundation
Project Title: Art: A Mirror to Humanity
Grant Awarded: Literature 1993

5. Birmingham Regional Arts Council
Project Title: LitFest
Graduate Student Award, Humanistic and Behavior Research 1991
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Alabama Philosophical Society Student Award 1986
University of Alabama at Birmingham
PUBLICATIONS
Astarte Literary Arts Review (Founding Editor). UAB Publications. 1991 – 1993. Print.
Aura Literary Arts Review (Assistant Editor). UAB Publications. 1986-1988. Print.
“Campus Spotlight: Linda Flaherty-Goldsmith” (article). UAB Magazine, Winter 1994. Print.
“Caving,” “Comforting Myself,” Knowing Nothing,” “The Artist,” (poems). Kissing the Moon, Spring,
1995. Print.
Salon Literary Arts Magazine (Founding Editor). Amion Productions. 1994-1995. Print.
PRESENTATIONS
“A Critique of Exploitation in Capitalist Societies” (article). Alabama Philosophical Society
Conference, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1986.
“Call and Response: African American Music & Marge Piercy’s Poetry” (article). Marge Piercy
Conference, University of South Alabama, April, 1994.
“Engaging Students Online: Specific Strategies to Improve Student Learning and Retention,”
Instructional Technology Council, e-learning Conference, 2009.
“Going Green Using Web 2.0 Tools.” Alabama College Association Conference, 2009.
“Online Presence: Improving Student Learning and Retention,” Alabama College Association
Conference, 2008.
“Toni Morrison’s Sula: The ‘Great World’ and the ‘Little World” (article). Humanistic and Behavioral
Research Conference, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 1991.