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DESALEGN

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Teaching Environmental Sociology, Sociology, or Cultural Ecology courses at college/university level

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evelopment, cultural ecology/cultural studies

EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy - Environmental Science OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY Stillwater OK
Master of Arts – Literature ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY Ethiopia
Bachelor of Arts - Education ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY Ethiopia

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Qualified educator and administrator with experience in public education, higher education and student advisement at the international level. Impressive background in high-level leadership roles through both peer selection and administrative appointment. Diverse community and cultural involvement experience; adept in political negotiations which impact on university policy. Proven communicator and mediator in multicultural, rural and urban environments. Experience and knowledge base provide a solid foundation for university faculty and administrative positions.

TEACHING
• Introduction to Sociology, Langston University, Langston, Oklahoma
• Introduction to Sociology, Rose State College, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
• American History, Langston University, Langston, Oklahoma
• Fundamentals of Geography, Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, Oklahoma
• World Regional Geography Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Alva, Oklahoma
• Elements of Human Geography, Rose State College, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
• Human Geography, Langston University, Langston, Oklahoma
• Introduction to Geography, Langston University, Langston, Oklahoma
• Readings in Mass Culture (EG 4203 72), Langston University
• Modes of Cultural Analysis (ED 4413 72), Langston University
• Sociology of Community (SO 3173 76), Langston University
• Culture, Conflict, and the City (US 4043 76), Langston University
• Freshman English, Sophomore English, and Report Writing, Alemaya University of Agriculture,
Alemaya, Ethiopia
• Advanced Composition I, Advanced Composition II - Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa,
Ethiopia
• Freshman English, Awassa Junior Agricultural College, Awassa, Ethiopia
• Student Advisor
• Assisted international students in making academic, personal-social, and environmental adjustments
to campus and community life.
• Evaluated student qualifications in light of admission requirements and made recommendations
relative to admission.
• Provided informal counseling and orientation regarding recreational and religious outlets, study
habits and personal adjustments.
• Interpreted university regulations and requirements.
• Supported students in complying with government regulations concerning status, immigration, visas,
passports and permission to work.
• Recommended students for scholarships, grants-in-aid and tuition waivers.
• Encouraged and coordinated activities of groups, which promoted understanding of foreign cultures.

RESEARCH AND PRESENTATIONS
• “Some Socioeconomic Factors as Constraints to Sustainable Development”, presented at the
Langston University International, Scholarly and Scientific Organization Annual Convention, April
2003
• “Adoption of Peanut Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Practices in Atoka/Bryan Counties and
Caddo County of Oklahoma”, Dissertation, 1997
• “The Paradoxical Nature of Technological Advancement,” 1995
• “The Position of Women in the Anua Community, Southwest Ethiopia,” 1994
• “Media Performance in Ethiopia,” 1994
• “The Anua of Southwest Ethiopia: The Impact of Socioenvironmental Factors on Their Farming
Methods,”
1993

EXPERIENCE
Assistant Professor Langston University, Langston, OK fall 2003 to spr.2006, Adjunct Professor, fall 1998 to spring 2003
Administrator/Senior Lecturer
ALEMAYA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE—Ethiopia
Principal responsibilities included serving as Department Head of the Division of Natural and Social Sciences; Chaired faculty and Academic commission meetings; liaison between academic/teaching staff and the administrative/technical staff; managed teacher accreditation and technical assistance; and performed teaching duties as needed in the areas of English and Report Writing.
Assistant Lecturer ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY – Ethiopia
Taught freshman level course work
Dean of Students
AWASSA JUNIOR AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE—Ethiopia
Administered and directed all Student Services support functions including food, housing, and health services.
Orchestrated efforts for summer employment, community out reach and academic advisement; counseled
students and worked to enhance student/community relations and education.
ADMINISTRATION AND LEADERSHIP
Dean of Students
• Directed and coordinated student programs; formulated and developed student personnel policies.
• Advised staff members on problems relating to policy, program and administration.
• Steered and assisted in planning social and curricular programs.
• Counseled and advised individuals and groups on matters pertaining to personal problems,
educational and vocational objectives or financial assistance.
• Reviewed budgets and directed appropriations of student services.
• Represented the university in the community on matters pertaining to student personnel
programs and activities.
AWARDS, AFFILIATIONS & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
• 1992 to 1997 FULBRIGHT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT—Awarded to study and complete
Doctoral course work and dissertation at American university of choice. Pursued Doctorate and additional course work at Oklahoma State University.
• Founded, University of Agriculture Teachers Association – Served as President
• Established and chaired University of Agriculture Teachers Association Self-Help Program
• Organized and led grassroots intellectual resistance against communist dictatorship in Ethiopia
• Member ALPHA KAPPA DELTA since March 1993

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