The Great Lakes Council of Business Schools and Programs is the regional division of the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) representing colleges and universities in the Midwest. The objectives of the council include fostering understanding of business education, assisting members with accreditation efforts, and providing recommendations to improve member institutions. The 2012 ACBSP Region 4 Conference on sustainability and corporate responsibility was held at Roosevelt University and featured speakers on related topics.

1. GREAT LAKES COUNCIL
*R O O S E V E L T U N I V E R S I T Y * *** * U N I V E R S I T Y O F F I N D L A Y*
SUSTAINABILITY
AND
CORPORATE
RESPONSIBILITY
IN THE CLASSROOM

2. About the ACBSP Great Lakes Council (Region 4)
The Great Lakes Council of Business Schools and Programs is a regional division of the
Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) representing colleges and
universities in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Michigan, Ohio, Wisconsin, and the Canadian
Province of Ontario. The mission of the ACBSP is to establish, promote and recognize
educational standards that contribute to the continuous improvement of business education and,
through the process of accreditation, to recognize business schools and programs that adhere
to these standards.
The Objectives of the Great Lakes Council of Business Schools and Programs, Region 4
include:
To provide a regional forum to foster a better understanding of business education and
for the exchange of ideas concerning collegiate business education programs,
curriculum, and articulation among member institutions.
To assist Region 4 member institutions in their efforts to improve their professional
business schools and programs and to assist them in their efforts to attain accreditation.
To provide ACBSP's Board of Directors with ideas and recommendations as to how the
Council can better serve its membership.
To work with the ACBSP Board of Directors, Executive Director and Staff to achieve the
goals and objectives of ACBSP.
To provide opportunity to focus on membership expansion and related services.
CONFERENCE WELCOME
Welcome to the ACBSP Region 4 Conference, Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility in
the Classroom, which is being held on the suburban Schaumburg campus of Roosevelt
University just outside Chicago, Illinois! From the national ACBSP office, Steve Parscale,
Director of Accreditation, and Eliza Guyol-Meinrath, Member Services Manager, will be
providing the ACBSP update and conducting the pre-conference Seminar Series, Strategic
Planning for the Business Unit.
Also, thank you to all of our corporate sponsors, including: LiveText, Peregrine Academic
Services, and Global Management Challenge. Thank you to our academic sponsors as well:
Roosevelt University, Triton College, University of Findlay, and McDonald’s Hamburger
University. Also, I would like to extend a special thank you to Roosevelt University for hosting
the conference in your wonderful facilities and to Melissa Stutz and Tom Head for their hard
work in helping to organize and plan this conference.
Please enjoy the many talented, highly educated speakers and presenters, including Steve
Russell, Senior Vice-President and Chief People Officer at McDonald’s USA during the
Thursday evening reception and Stephen Bell, Director of College Partnerships for the Illinois
Green Economy Network, our Friday luncheon speaker.
Thank you again for your attendance and participation.
Josephine Kershaw, PhD, ACBSP Region 4 President-Elect

3. CORPORATE SPONSORS
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and institutional objectives.
For more information, please see Brian Zirlin at the
LiveText display or after his session presentations.
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The Global Management Challenge is the largest Peregrine Academic Services provides a variety
Strategy and Management Competition in the world. of services related to obtaining and sustaining
program and university accreditation.
To find out more, please stop by the Global
Management Challenge display or see Eliza To learn more, please see Olin Oedekoven at the
Guyol-Meinrath after the Opening Meeting. Peregrine display or after his session presentation.
Many thanks to our sponsors for their support of the ACBSP Region 4 Conference!

4. Conference Organizers and Academic Sponsors
Roosevelt University is an independent, non-profit, metropolitan
university with two distinct campuses located in downtown Chicago
and suburban Schaumburg, Illinois. With a rich history and progressive
curricula featuring 126 degree programs, we are committed to the
highest standards of academic excellence. Our award-winning faculty
and dedicated staff take pride in pushing Roosevelt’s remarkably
diverse students to the limits of achievement, inspiring the
transformation of lives and communities through the principles of
social justice. Learn more at http://www.roosevelt.edu/
In today’s fast-paced world, the University of Findlay is continually
adapting programs and teaching methods to meet the needs of current
students who are preparing for tomorrow’s careers. The University of
Findlay has nearly 60 majors leading to baccalaureate degrees and offers
eight master’s degrees, doctor of pharmacy and doctor of physical
therapy degrees. The mission of the University is to equip our students
for meaningful lives and productive careers. To find out more, go to
http://www.findlay.edu/
Hamburger University
McDonald's Center of Training Excellence
Since its inception, training at Hamburger University has emphasized
consistent restaurant operations procedures, service, quality and
cleanliness. It has become the company’s global center of excellence for
McDonald’s operations training and leadership development.
More information about McDonald’s training programs can be found at
http://www.aboutmcdonalds.com/mcd/corporate_careers/
training_and_development/hamburger_university.html
Triton College is one of the nation’s premier two-year institutions of
higher education dedicated to student success. Located 14 miles from
downtown Chicago, the school offers outstanding educational value in a
student-centered setting rich in academic and cultural resources, career-
oriented learning opportunities, and engaging social activities.
Please contact Dr. William M. Griffin Business Department Coordinator
708-456-0300 Ex. 3579 or go to http://www.triton.edu/ for more
detailed information on all program offerings.
Thank you for your contributions to make the
2012 ACBSP Region 4 Conference a success!
Melissa Stutz, Josephine Kershaw, and Tom Head, Conference Co-Chairs

5. *R O O S E V E L T U N I V E R S I T Y * *** * U N I V E R S I T Y O F F I N D L A Y*
ACBSP Region 4 Conference
October 4-5, 2012
Schaumburg, Illinois
Hosted by Roosevelt University and The University of Findlay
1400 N. Roosevelt Boulevard, Schaumburg, IL
Thursday, October 4
12:00-5:00pm CST Registration at Roosevelt University
Conference hotel check-in
Springhill Suites Marriott, 1550 McConnor Parkway, Schaumburg, IL 60173
3:15pm Bus leaves for Hamburger University campus at McDonald’s Corporate Offices
Meet at the main entrance / front desk area at Roosevelt University
4:00-7:00pm Tour, Presentation, and Cocktail Reception
McDonald’s Corporate Training & Education Facility
Keynote speaker: Steve Russell, Senior Vice-President, McDonald’s USA
Dress: Business Casual
In 1983, McDonald’s invested $40 million in
Hamburger University, a 130,000-square foot
facility on an 80-acre campus located at
McDonald’s Corporate Offices in Oak Brook, IL.
This industry-leading facility includes interactive
team rooms, kitchen labs, and state-of-the-art
service training. Since its inception, training at
Hamburger University has emphasized consistent
restaurant operations procedures, service, quality
and cleanliness. It has become the company’s
global center of excellence for McDonald’s
operations training and leadership development.
8:00pm Optional Popcorn and a Movie: Revolution Green
Other nearby activities: Woodfield Mall (Hours 10am-9pm)
Check out current events in the Chicago area
at http://chicago.metromix.com/
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6. Friday, October 5
7:30-8:30am Registration – Roosevelt University campus
1400 N. Roosevelt Boulevard, Schaumburg, IL
Directions from hotel (about 2 minutes)
The hotel is directly across the street from Roosevelt University
Turn left on McConnor Pkwy
Turn right in any entrance where you see the Green ‘R’
Roosevelt sign
8:30-9:30am Opening Meeting
ACBSP Update, Steve Parscale, Director of Accreditation
Global Management Challenge Presentation, Eliza Guyol-Meinrath
Global Management Challenge is the world’s largest strategy and
management (competitive-based) simulation training platform. Established in
1980 and operating in more than 40 countries, Global Management
Challenge offers professionals and university students the opportunity to
develop critical business and management skills while working in teams.
9:30-9:45am Morning Break
9:45-10:45am Region 4 Business Meeting
Presiding: Dennis Brode, President ACBSP Region 4
11:00-11:45am Concurrent Session #1
(See listing on page 3)
12:00-1:00pm Lunch
Luncheon Speaker: Stephen Bell, Illinois Green Economy Network
1:15-2:00pm Concurrent Session #2
(See listing on page 4)
2:00-2:15pm Afternoon Break
2:15-3:00pm Concurrent Session #3
(See Listing on page 5)
3:00pm Conference end – Safe travels!
2012 REGION 4 CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE
Roosevelt University: Tom Head and Melissa Stutz
University of Findlay: Scott Freehafer and Maria Gamba
Triton College: Bill Griffin
Region 4 Treasurer: Marcy Jance
Region 4 Secretary: Kris Neslund
Region 4 President: Dennis Brode
Region 4 President-Elect: Josephine Kershaw
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7. Concurrent Sessions
Session #1 11:00 - 11:45 am
Tour of Roosevelt University’s Sustainable Campus Efforts
Douglas Knerr, Roosevelt University
From prairie grass landscaping and eco-friendly sidewalks to classroom infrastructure Roosevelt
University’s Schaumburg Campus has experienced a diverse number of environmentally
sustainable changes. The Campus Provost will take interested participants on a walking tour
and discussion of these practices............................................... Meet in Alumni Hall Room 155
Teaching Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility through Service Learning Projects
Laura Foote & Jamillee Krob, Malone University
Creating a culture of sustainability and corporate responsibility via experiential learning can be
accomplished in a non-traditional, accelerated, business management classroom. The
presentation presents a theoretical and practical view of how to incorporate a service-learning
component into an adult learning curriculum. .............................................................. Room 326
Aligning Traditional Educational Outcomes Assessment Practices with Today's Best
Practice Business Excellence Models
Brian Zirlin, LiveText
During this session, LiveText will share samples of how particular Fortune 500 businesses such
as McDonalds, FedEx, and Alcatel-Lucent incorporate performance-based processes to
evaluate and measure employee performance against sustainability and corporate responsibility
missions and goals. ............................................................................................................ Room 325
Small, Personal, & (Lake) Superior: Stories of Sustainable Excellence from LSSU Students
Mindy Poliski, David Finley & Valerie Phillips, Lake Superior State University
Lake Superior State University has successfully integrated sustainable and collaborative
programs and projects to meet community and university needs. This presentation highlights
how two student-led initiatives have sustained and delivered the outcomes the School of
Business developed for its graduates. .............................................................................. Room 331
Best Practices in the Assurance of Learning Process among Accredited Business Schools
Carolyn Wiley & John McDonald, Roosevelt University
This presentation is to discuss the best practices in the assurance of learning process. They will
include examples and reflect the trends among accredited business schools. This will include:
what the best practices are, why, and how they should be applied. .............................. Room 332
Teaching Finance and Economics Courses to Millenial Students – Practices Following
Chickering and Gamson’s Seven Principles
Oi Lin Cheung, Indiana University East
Finance and economics courses are challenging to millennials. Teaching practices addressing
the difficulties encountered by this new student body and preparing them to succeed in their
courses, in their future studies, and in their careers are highly desirable. Selected practices will
be presented. .............................................................................................................. Room 337
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8. Concurrent Sessions
Session #2 1:15 - 2:00 pm
A World Class Business Program (We Organize Research Lead Dream)
Marsha Jance & Timothy Scales, Indiana University East
A “World Class Business Program” is an interactive presentation. In the program, “WORLD,”
we teach the essentials and knowledge needed to run a business in any location throughout the
world. We organize, research, lead, and dream. ................................. Alumni Hall Room 155
Academic Preparedness with Customizable Accreditation-Related Services
Olin Oedekoven, Peregrine Academic Services
In this presentation, we will discuss how Peregrine online academic services including CPC-
based COMP exams, Academic Leveling Courses, and APA Writing Style services can assist
with several accreditation and accountability requirements. ........................................ Room 325
Incorporating Sustainability into the Accounting Classroom
Deborah Pavelka, Roosevelt University
The incorporation of sustainability into the accounting classroom is important since it is not
present in the currently available textbooks. The presentation of the accounting reports is
important as sustainability is becoming increasingly important. Contents and types of
sustainability reports currently available will be discussed in the presentation............. Room 326
Using “Too Big To Fail” in Teaching Business & Society
Anna Parkman, Ohio Dominican University
This presentation offers techniques that have resulted in a significant increase in active
participation, reading, and exam scores when utilizing “Too Big To Fail” by Andrew Sorkin as
the primary text in three consecutive semesters teaching Business & Society. ........... Room 331
Corporate Financial Reporting and Sustainable Social Well-being
Ahmed El-Zayaty & Josephine Kershaw, University of Findlay
Presenters will discuss their experience with modifying how they taught MBA courses to
incorporate sustainability and corporate responsibility, featuring the PRME framework in a
financial accounting course while a strategy course highlighted corporate social responsibility
within the Baldrige quality criteria. ............................................................................... Room 332
Bringing Sustainable Development Content into the Classroom
Terri Friel & Josetta McLaughlin, Roosevelt University
This presentation focuses on bringing sustainable development content into business college
curriculum. Recommendations are articulated based on survey responses from business deans
on program development, curriculum, faculty coverage and other responses to expectations that
students understand the sustainable business imperative. .......................................... Room 337
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9. Concurrent Sessions
Session #3 2:15 - 3:00 pm
Managerial Accounting and Corporate Responsibility
Ahmed El-Zayaty, University of Findlay
This presentation shows how learning outcomes of managerial accounting courses can align
with the UN’s Six Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) expectations.
Using the balanced scorecard approach, managerial awareness of the role of ethics and social
welfare is emphasized...............................................................................Alumni Hall Room 155
Key Performance Drivers in the Assurance of Learning Process
Carolyn Wiley, Roosevelt University
This presentation will discuss a proposed model of the key performance drivers in an effective
assurance of learning (AoL) process. In order for the process to be successful in terms of
resulting in continuous improvements in student learning outcomes, these six drivers need to be
blended together in the appropriate measure. ............................................................. Room 326
Creating a Culture of Assessment to meet Accreditation Standard 4
Brian Zirlin, LiveText
When preparing for ACBSP accreditation, a challenging standard is the collection and reporting
of student learning outcomes and other learning experiences. This session shows how LiveText
can be used to meet this challenge. .................................................................................. Room 325
“Can You Hear Me Now?” Encouraging Student Engagement Through the Use of
Technology in the Classroom
Michael Bevis, University of Phoenix
Presents participants with a case study demonstrating how cell phones and other mobile
devices are being used to engage students in course-specific learning. Learn how technology
can create opportunities to apply learned course objectives through service learning and virtual
business collaboration................................................................................................. Room 331
The Forest Beyond the Truffula Trees: Using The Lorax to Introduce Environmentally
Responsible Business Management
Anita Morgan, Indiana University East
This presentation provides suggestions for lesson plans using The Lorax to introduce the topic
of environmentally responsible business management. .............................................. Room 332
Sustainable Practices: 10 Suggestions to Obtain Faculty “Buy In”
Thomas Head & Melissa Stutz, Roosevelt University
The key to any sustainability program is in its successful implementation. Without faculty and
staff cooperation your beautiful plan cannot work. Ten suggestions taken from change
management practices are presented that should help to gain support. ...................... Room 337
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10. Keynote Speaker
Steve Russell
Senior Vice President, Chief People Officer
McDonald's USA, LLC
Steve Russell is the Senior Vice President of People at McDonald’s USA. In this role, Mr.
Russell oversees all aspects of human resources and training, learning and development for
McDonald’s 14,000 U.S. restaurants.
As part of McDonald’s USA’s senior leadership team, Mr. Russell actively participates in
accelerating the company’s growth, contributing to strategic direction and leading the talent
management and succession planning processes. He leads the company’s efforts to
fundamentally improve the capability and capacity of McDonald’s restaurants and the more
than 700,000 restaurant employees. This strategy includes a comprehensive organizational
redesign of the restaurant management structure, training, and technology, as well as the
creation and execution of leading edge recruitment and retention programs. Collectively, these
efforts have achieved historic results in the areas of employee commitment, retention and
productivity.
Mr. Russell joined McDonald’s in 1996 as Director of Corporate Human Resources. In 1998, he
became the Department Director of the HR Service Center and Global Technology
Departments while also beginning his accelerated development program in McDonald’s Field
Human Resources. Prior to his current role, Mr. Russell also served as Vice President of
Human Resources for McDonald’s Business Development and Partner Brands (Boston Market,
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Donatos, Fazoli’s, Pret A Manger) from 2002 – 2003.
Mr. Russell has been honored with many awards throughout his career, including the 2004
Division Presidents Choice Award, 2007 Circle of Excellence Award, 2007 Elliott Group
Motivator of the Year Award, 2009 Presidents Eagle Award and 2010 Commitment to People
Award. Mr. Russell serves on the 401k/profit sharing administration committee on behalf of
McDonald’s Board of Directors. Outside of McDonald’s, Mr. Russell has served on Cornell
Hospitality Research Advisory’s board, as well as on the board of DisabilityWorks.
Born in Highland Park, Illinois, Mr. Russell received his Bachelor of Arts from Ohio State
University and M.B.A. from the University of Dayton.
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11. Presenter Biosketches and Contact Information
Stephen Bell, LEED AP is a Director of College Partnerships for the Illinois Green
Economy Network (IGEN) where he provides strategic direction and promotes
collaboration among the IGEN Network colleges and between the colleges and a
variety of partners. He has also served as Director of Sustainability at the Chicago
Botanic Garden.
Phone: 847-543-2238 Email: sbell1@clcillinois.edu
Michael Bevis, MBA is the Director of Academic Affairs at University of Phoenix.
Prior to joining the University, Bevis enjoyed a successful career in the banking
and finance industry. He ultimately turned to a career with the University to pursue
his passion of teaching and educating others.
Phone: 608-240-3612 Email: michael.bevis@phoenix.edu
Oi Lin Cheung, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Finance at Indiana University
East. She has given numerous presentations regarding stock volatility transfers
and regulations in Dallas, Texas, Nashville, Tennessee and Charleston, South
Carolina. In 2006-2007, she received the Outstanding PhD Student Toussant
Hocevar Award from the University of New Orleans.
Phone: 765-973-8497 Email: ocheung@iue.edu
Ahmed El-Zayaty, PhD is a Professor of Accounting and Finance at the University
of Findlay. He has developed financial accounting and cost accounting systems,
as well as designed management information systems for a variety of
organizations. His international teaching experience includes universities in Saudi
Arabia, Kuwait, and Egypt.
Phone: 419-434-4897 Email: el-zayaty@findlay.edu
David Finley, PhD is the dean of the College of Business and Engineering at Lake
Superior State University. With the College’s strategic alignment, the innovation
and prototyping laboratories currently in place within engineering are leveraged
with business school expertise and community resources to encourage
multidisciplinary teamwork to design and develop products.
Phone: 906-635-2207 Email: dfinley@lssu.edu
Laura Foote, MA is an Instructor of Management Studies at Malone University
where she teaches the communication, writing, fine arts, faith and worldview, and
business management courses. Her research interests include worldview
development in college students, faith development, and cognitive development in
adult learners, and women and public speaking.
Phone: 330-471-8494 Email: lfoote@malone.edu
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12. Presenter Biosketches and Contact Information
Terri Friel, DE is the Dean of the Walter E. Heller College of Business
Administration at Roosevelt University. She has been a Baldrige examiner and is
published in many journals for her work in both engineering and management. Her
expertise includes continuous improvement, business process restructuring and
organizational change management.
Phone: 847-619-8494 Email: tfriel@roosevelt.edu
Thomas Head, PhD is a Professor of Management at Roosevelt University. He
has a wide range of consulting and research interests, currently being dominated
by Global Organization Development. He is currently serving on the board of Pro-
Change International and has served as a past President for ACBSP Region 4.
Phone: 847-619-4866 Email: thead@roosevelt.edu
Marsha Jance, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Business Administration at
Indiana University East. Her research interests are in statistics and decision
modeling with recent publications related to interval values. She has served as
Secretary and Treasurer for ACBSP Region 4 since 2009 and is currently the
Treasurer for the region.
Phone: 765-973-8341 Email: mjance@iue.edu
Josephine Kershaw, PhD is ACBSP Region 4 President-Elect and Associate
Professor of Health Care Management at the University of Findlay. She is a
Fulbright Scholar and was the recipient of the 2011 ACBSP Great Lakes Region
and International Teaching Excellence Awards. Her research interests include
minority health disparities and program evaluation.
Phone: 419-434-5463 Email: kershaw@findlay.edu
Douglas Knerr, PhD is the Provost at Roosevelt University’s Schaumburg Campus.
He plans to use the latest practices in sustainable energy usage to transform the
entire exterior landscape of the Campus, decrease water usage, replace grass with
more native plantings that don’t require mowing, and create community gardens.
Phone: 847-619-7294 Email: dknerr@roosevelt.edu
Jamillee Krob, RDH, MPH is an Instructor of Management Studies at Malone
University where she teaches in both the Organizational Management and Health
Services Management majors. Her teaching interests include health services
leadership, community health education, and epidemiology. She is also a
practicing registered dental hygienist.
Phone: 330-471-8472 Email: jkrob@malone.edu
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13. Presenter Biosketches and Contact Information
John McDonald, PhD is a Professor of Real Estate at Roosevelt University. The
founder of the Center for Urban Real Estate while at the University of Illinois at
Chicago, his teaching and research interests are in the fields of real estate, urban
economics and urban planning.
Phone: 312-281-3287 Email: jmcdonald@roosevelt.edu
Josetta McLaughlin, PhD is an Associate Professor of Management at Roosevelt
University, where she received the Heller College of Business Administration Award
for Outstanding Teacher in 2007. She recently presented a paper on “Assessing
the Construct Validity of the Global 100 Sustainability Ranking for Schools of
Business.
Phone: 847-619-4853 Email: jmclaugh@roosevelt.edu
Anita Morgan, DBA is an Assistant Professor of Accounting at Indiana University
East and teaches Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship courses. She was
the Program Chair of Accounting, at Colorado Technical University from 2007 to
2009 and served as the ACBSP Region 4 President in 2010.
Phone: 765-973-8442 Email: animorga@iue.edu
Olin Oedekoven, PhD is President and CEO of Peregrine Academic Services. He
has over 30 years of senior leadership, education, and academic experience in
both the public and private sectors. He created Peregrine Academic Services to fill
the gap between requirements for direct assessment and the tools available at the
time.
Phone: 307-685-1555 Email: oedekoven@peregrineacademics.com
Anna Parkman, PhD is Director of the Graduate Business Programs and
Associate Professor of Management & Organizational Behavior at Ohio Dominican
University. Previously, she served as Chair of the Division of Business at the
University of Charleston. Her research interests include leadership, generational
conflict, and social responsibility in the business unit.
Phone: 614-251-4569 Email: parkmana@ohiodominican.edu
Valerie Phillips, MBA teaches marketing and retail management at Lake Superior
State University. Her LSSU marketing classes have provided hands-on field
experiences engaging students with entrepreneurial and philanthropic projects,
such as the successful Hoops for Hope for her sport and event marketing course.
Phone: 906-635-2450 Email: vfilek@lssu.edu
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14. Presenter Biosketches and Contact Information
Mindy Poliski, MA is an Instructor in the Department of Business and Economics
at Lake Superior State University. She also plays a key role in helping her
accounting students to volunteer with their local Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
program to file tax returns at no charge for low-income residents.
Phone: 906-635-2255 Email: mpoliski@lssu.edu
Timothy Scales, MBA is Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship and of the
Center for Economic Education at Indiana University East. He is the owner of a
Fortune 500 company and has held leadership positions in many organizations. In
2010, he received the ACBSP Region 4 Teaching Excellence Award.
Phone: 765-973-8620 Email: tiscales@iue.edu
Deborah Pavelka, PhD is a Professor of Accounting at Roosevelt University,
where she was honored as Distinguished Lecturer. Her areas of interest are
business fraud, accounting theory, accounting regulation, CRA, bank regulation,
bank audit and compliance. She has also contributed questions for the Certified
Internal Auditor Examination.
Phone: 847-619-4865 Email: dpavelka@roosevelt.edu
Melissa Stutz, MA is the assistant dean of the Heller College of Business
Administration at Roosevelt University where she specializes in the education of
adult learners and designs executive education services. In 2010, she received the
Presidential Award of Excellence from the Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Phone: 847-619-4880 Email: mstutz@roosevelt.edu
Carolyn Wiley, PhD is a Professor of Management at Roosevelt University. As
former European principal and as global expertise faculty in performance and
talent management with Mercer HR Consulting, Wiley has been an adviser on
management practices and workplace performance in the United States, Ireland,
France and Japan.
Phone: 312-281-3281 Email: cwiley@roosevelt.edu
Brian Zirlin, MA is an educational consultant at LiveText, Inc. and a former
marketing associate at Sysco. He assists with implementing LiveText with on-
campus visits and facilitates a guided planning process to help plan and refine the
institution’s assessment process, as well as define outcomes and related rubrics.
Phone: 866-548-3839 Email: brian.zirlin@livetext.com
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15. Conference and Networking Notes

16. October 3-4, 2012 Schaumburg, Illinois (Region 4)
October 31 - November 1, 2012 New London, Connecticut (Region 1)
November 6-7, 2012 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (Region 6)
February 7-8, 2013 Kansas City, Missouri
See Steve Parscale or Eliza Guyol-Meinrath for additional information
about the next ACBSP Seminar Series.
Best of Regions Presentation Selection Committee
Kris Neslund, Ashland University - Chair
Dennis Brode, Sinclair Community College
Robert Deadman, Ivy Tech Community College
Barb DiNardo, Owens Community College
Lillian Schumacher, Tiffin University
Paul Sears, University of Findlay
Please complete your concurrent session evaluations.
They provide great feedback to the presenters and will help in the judging of the
Best of Regions presentation.
THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING THIS YEAR’S ACBSP REGION 4 CONFERENCE
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR AT MALONE UNIVERSITY!