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CONFERENCE FEATURE
CHAIR ACADEMY







AWARD RECIPIENTS

Recognizing the Chair Academy Director’s Award Recipients


Alan Seagren
During the time that Dr. Seagren served in administrative roles he taught graduate courses
and supervised students engaged in graduate research. Prior to embarking upon a career as an
administrator he was recognized as one of the outstanding researchers at the University of
Nebraska-Lincoln for his work in analyzing teaching behaviors and developing teaching materials.
Throughout his career at the University of Nebraska, Dr. Seagren has directed or co-directed 10
research grants. Five were related to Instructional Staff Development, with the largest being a
fve-year project funded by the Mid-continent Regional Education Laboratory. That project ad-
dressed Inquiry Teaching using video tape and observational systems for feedback. Five others
were related to leadership development, with two singularly signifcant studies: National Study of
Chairperson Role in Faculty Development, funded by TIAA-CREF and the Lilly Foundation, and the
National Study of Community College Chairs funded by the National Community College Chair
Academy. In the area of published scholarly activity, he has co-authored four books related to the
position of chair, has numerous journal publications, and an extensive list of professional
presentations at national and international meetings.

Dr. Seagren has been a Visiting Scholar/Professor in Australia, Japan, China, Ukraine, and Sweden. He coordinates the
Australia/Nebraska Teacher Exchange Program, and was the chair of the International Board of Directors for the College and
University Partnership Program International.
Dr. Seagren has been an integral part of the Chair Academy’s 25 year history. He has served on the Editorial Board of its
refereed journal Leadership for many years. Dr. Seagren was also honored as one of the Academy’s inaugural Ambassadors,
and a lifetime member.


ROSE MARIE SLOAN
Rose Marie Sloan brings a wealth of experience and diversity to Mesa Community College and The
Academy. Mrs. Sloan holds a Bachelor of Science in Child Development from CSU Fullerton, and a
Master of Science in Instructional Leadership from National University. She has an Administrative
Services Credential from National University, a Professional Teaching Credential from CSU Fresno,
and a Cross Cultural Language and Development Certifcate from UC San Diego. She is a certifed
Administrator/ Principal in Arizona and California and is certifed to teach in both states. A native of
Southern California, Rose Marie has over 20 years of classroom and administrative experience,
working with both the Fresno and Los Banos School Districts. Serving as a Master Teacher,
Academic Coach, and Professional Development Leader, Rose Marie designed, developed, and
implemented core and developmental curriculum focused on retention and achievement, for grades
K-12. She has trained teachers and facilitated workshops on best practices, curriculum and
assessment design, peer coaching and mentoring, as well as led cohort groups for educational
leadership and administration.
Rose Marie joined the Chair Academy in 2013, and is committed to its mission, vision, and values,
as well as committed to the Academy for Leadership Development’s goal: to provide relevant,
learning-centered training and professional development for organizational leaders, resulting in positive change and professional
growth. She is a graduate of both Chair Academy Leader Development Programs, Foundation and Advanced. As the Academy’s
Associate Director, she designs and updates curriculum for the Academy Programs, working with the Facilitation Team to
connect theory and practice to leadership and management. She is a Strengths Based Educator, Peer Coach, and Trainer for
Everything DiSC Workplace Behavior Styles and Crucial Conversations. Rose Marie is devoted to creating innovative learning
environments that promote opportunities for personal and professional growth. She has facilitated Academy Programs and
professional sessions across the United States and Canada, and continues to consult with professional associations and leaders
across the globe.
Rose Marie also serves as the Managing Editor of the Academy’s refereed journal, Leadership.
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