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Ann Sebren, Ed.D. Exercise Science and Health Promotion Program 550 N. 3rd St School of Nutrition and Health Promotion Phoenix, AZ 85004-0698 College of Health Solutions Phone: 602-496-1851 Fax: 602-496-1873 Arizona State University e-mail: [email protected] EDUCATION 1992: Doctor of Education – University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC. Specialization in curriculum and instruction with emphasis in teacher development, reflective thinking, and pedagogical knowledge structures; General emphasis in the philosophy of education, movement sciences, and qualitative research design and methodologies. Dissertation: An Interpretive Inquiry of Preservice Teachers' Reflections and Development During a Field-Based Elementary Physical Education Methods Course. Advisor: Dr. Kate R. Barrett. 1984: Bachelor of Science (Education: Teacher Certification), University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS. 1983: Master of Science (Physical Education), University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS. 1981: Bachelor of Science (Athletic Training), University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS. MINDFULNESS EDUCATION AND TRAINING *2018-present: Mindfulness Teacher/Facilitator Certification Training, Mindfulness Training Institute, Berkeley, CA. Completed Modules I and II in 2018. 2008: Teacher Practicum in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care and Society, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA. 2006: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction in Mind-Body Medicine 7 Day Professional Training, Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society, University of Massachusetts Medical School, Attended in Gilroy, CA. 2005: Graduate Certificate in Transpersonal Studies (Emphasis of Study: Psychology of Meditation), Sofia University, Palo Alto, CA. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Arizona State University 2015-present: Degree Coordinator, Master of Science in Exercise and Wellness College of Health Solutions NTE Distinguished Professor Exercise Science and Health Promotion Program School of Nutrition and Health Promotion, College of Health Solutions Rank – Principal Lecturer 2014-2015: Exercise Science and Health Promotion Program (formerly Exercise and Wellness) School of Nutrition and Health Promotion, College of Health Solutions Rank - Senior Lecturer 2011-2014: Program Coordinator, Exercise and Wellness Program School of Nutrition and Health Promotion, College of Health Solutions (2013-2014) School of Nutrition and Health Promotion (2012-2013) College of Nursing and Health Innovation (2011-2012) Rank – Senior Lecturer 2010-2011: Exercise and Wellness Program College of Nursing and Health Innovation Rank – Promotion to Senior Lecturer *2018 Activities in Bold 2004-2009: Department of Exercise and Wellness/Exercise and Wellness Program East College / School of Applied Arts and Sciences Rank - Lecturer 2000-2004: Department of Exercise and Wellness East College Faculty Associate 1996-2000: Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Visiting Assistant Professor/Faculty Associate Idaho State University 1994-1996: Department of Physical Education and Dance Assistant Professor University of Colorado, Boulder 1993-1994: Department of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology Research Assistant University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1992-1990: Department of Exercise and Sport Science Completion of Doctoral Dissertation 1986-1990: Department of Exercise and Sport Science Graduate Teaching Assistant Previous Related Experience 1984-1986: Anniston Elementary School Gulfport, MS. Physical Education Specialist 1983-1984: Gulfport YMCA Gulfport, MS. Program Coordinator CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION Academic Programs Developed at Arizona State University *4+1 Pathway: Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Wellness to Master of Science in Exercise and Wellness (Approved 2018) Coordinated with the BS EXW Program Coordinator to develop a 4+1 pathway for admission into the MS EXW degree Developed and wrote the rationale, policy requirements, and sample plan of study with accepted courses Master of Science in Exercise and Wellness Concentrations (Withdrawn in Summer 2016) Coordinated a year-long curriculum review to convert informal focus areas to formal concentrations in Fitness and Conditioning and Physical Activity Health Promotion. Submitted concentrations were withdrawn in Summer 2016 after Provost emphasis on the return to tracks. *2018 Activities in Bold BS in Health Education and Health Promotion (Approved for Fall 2014): Adapted the Exercise and Wellness health promotion concentration for status as a Bachelor of Science degree Coordinated a two year curriculum review and revision to align with Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) objectives Worked with committee on degree purpose and objectives, content progression, course numbering, and prerequisite requirements Developed, wrote, edited, and submitted the BS in Health Education and Health Promotion degree proposal with input from committee Worked with advising to develop the major map Wrote and edited eadvisor, course catalog, and website descriptions of new BS degree BS in Physical Activity and Nutrition (Not Approved): Coordinated recommendations from the Nutrition program and the Exercise and Wellness Program on the development of an interdisciplinary Bachelor of Science in Physical Activity and Nutrition over a 3 year period Worked with curriculum committee on degree purpose and objectives, content progression, course numbering, and prerequisite requirements Developed, wrote, edited, and submitted the BS in Physical Activity and Nutrition degree proposal with input from committee Worked with advising to develop the major map BS in Exercise and Wellness (Health Promotion Concentration): Coordinated a substantive year long curriculum revision to align with Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) objectives based on curriculum evaluation data Worked with committee on substantive changes including new course development, content progression, course numbering, and prerequisite requirements Worked with advising to restructure major map Wrote and edited eadvisor, course catalog, and website descriptions of revised concentration Wellness Foundations Minor: Coordinated a year long revision of Wellness Foundations Minor to select new courses that reflect a personal health orientation rather than professional preparation Instructional Spaces Planned at Arizona State University Sun Devil Fitness Center Downtown Phoenix Campus Exercise and Wellness Laboratories and Classrooms (2012) Developed, wrote, and submitted a enrollment growth data-based rationale for the expansion of Exercise and Wellness laboratory spaces to College of Health Solutions administration Participated in the space planning for the development of 2nd floor classrooms, laboratories, and group exercise classroom in the construction of the Sun Devil Fitness Center o Recommended relevant faculty to be included for input o Met with space planners and architects multiple times to give tours of current facilities, discuss the function and needs in each laboratory space, and discuss the use of innovative teaching technologies in these spaces Developed, wrote, and submitted to college level administration a data-based rationale for the purchase of new, state-of-the-art laboratory and exercise instructional equipment o Coordinated with key faculty to submit state-of-the-art equipment recommendations for the Movement Analysis Laboratory and the Physiological Assessment Laboratory with rationales o Wrote/Edited rationale for each equipment purchase recommendation *2018 Activities in Bold NHI2 4th Floor Downtown Phoenix Campus Exercise and Wellness Offices, Laboratories, and Classroom (2010): Participated in multiple meetings for space planning for offices and laboratories for relocation of the Exercise and Wellness Program from the Polytechnic Campus to the Downtown Phoenix Campus YMCA Exercise and Wellness Classrooms (2010): Participated in multiple meetings for space planning for the development of a classroom and group exercise classroom in the basement of the Downtown Phoenix YMCA as part of the relocation of the Exercise and Wellness Program from the Polytechnic Campus to the Downtown Phoenix Campus Courses Developed at Arizona State University EXW 300: Foundations of Exercise and Wellness (Foundations of Health Promotion and Wellness) (3 cr) Substantive revision of course emphasis from an upper division college health course to a focus on the principles and foundations of health promotion and health education Selected new course textbook Submitted course name change for curricular approval Substantive conversion of course delivery structure to hybrid format Restructured course into module format in Blackboard Developed multiple interactive lessons with SoftChalk Wrote and developed professional development assignments, quizzes, and exams and study guides EXW 302: Fundamentals of Wellness (3 cr): ASU OnLine Created and received university curriculum approval for upper division college health and wellness course for non-majors Designed course for online delivery as a required core course in the BAS degree in Health Sciences consistent with Quality Matters criteria in Learning Studio Selected online textbook and supplemental readings Selected audio and video content Selected variety of health and wellness self-assessments Wrote and developed writing assignments (e.g.,