Lovejoy Library | Faculty Technology Center | Student Technology Center
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Jennifer Vandever is the Director of Academic Computing at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She holds a B.A. in Economics, an M.B.A. and will soon be awarded an M.S. in Education, all from SIUE. In her role as Director, Jennifer’s focus is ensuring the academic technologies used at SIUE support the University’s mission. As the director of a key component of the University’s technological infrastructure, Jennifer works with the academic departments and units to understand their needs and to develop services in support of those needs. Having worked hand-in-hand with students, teaching faculty, and members of the administration, she strives to maintain a positive and open rapport with all groups.
vkremer@siue.edu | 618-650-5234
Vicki Kremer joined the Academic Computing staff in December, 2001. She has assumed various duties during that time. She is responsible for student employment, processing bi-weekly payrolls and maintaining applicable student records. She currently serves as secretary to the Director of Academic Computing and assists with clerical and budget related duties as necessary. She handles travel, key control and assists with the inventory when requested. Vicki is a valuable asset to the organization and is always willing to lend a hand.
jdrueke@siue.edu | 618-650-2729
John Drueke, Assistant to the Director, runs Academic Computing's asset database that tracks thousands of purchased and leased computers, monitors, printers, other equipment, data jacks, and rooms. He manages Academic Computing's surplus property operations and records. He also admininsters RT, the service request tracking system, used to ensure effective, timely service to our clients.
lwense@siue.edu | 618-650-3381
Linda Wense is the Academic Computing Business Manager and has been in the department since its inception in July, 1993. She is responsible for submission of the annual budget, maintaining financial records and providing fiscal reports to the Director and the Office of the Provost as requested. She assists the Director of Academic Computing with special projects as required.
@siue.edu | 618-650-5500
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shuffst@siue.edu | 618-650-5086
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Member since 1992
As Manager of the Faculty Technology Center and Web Services I oversee all aspects of each area. These duties include scheduling of personnel and management of projects, hiring, purchasing, training, project planning, program development, etc. A primary directive is to act as a liason between faculty who are the subjects experts and the technical experts to help guide and visualize projects from inception to completion. Helping faculty realize how they can implement technology into their curricula and create an enriching experience for all involved. My Hobbies include woodwork ing and playing guitar.
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mdorris@siue.edu | 618-650-5086
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Employed by SIUE since 2004, initially as a Student PC Technician, moving to a Network Technician, and eventually a System Administrator in the Faculty Technology Center.
During my time with the FTC I've also dealt heavily with web accessibility, classroom technologies, and co-manage student computer support for move-in weekend. I've attended the ResNet Symposium in 2006 and 2007 and am co-chairing a committee to place a bid to host ResNet here at SIUE in 2010. I attended and completed the Essentials of Crestron Programming class and am currently a member of the Illinois Web Accessibility Consortium.
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aemmanu@siue.edu | 618-650-3227
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Started at SIUE in 1997. Experience in web page development, web administration, software administration, as well as technical training for web page development, Blackboard, and EMS. As an individual whose background and training is not in a technical field, but who is self-taught in most of the applications I teach; I appreciate and understand the challenges presented to new users of those applications. I strive to make learning as painless as possible, particularly for those who consider themselves to be “technically challenged”, making every effort to keep it all in “plain English” rather than “techno babble”.
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B.A. in Business, Accounting, Social Work. M.Ed. in Higher Education Student Affairs Administration. Currently enrolled in Illinois Online Network, Making the Virtual Campus a Reality (MVCR) certificate program.
efrankl@siue.edu | 618-650-3271
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Employed at the university in Audio Visual Services since 1976 I recently joined AC in Fall 2007.
While still supporting a variety of Audio Visual needs on campus my scope now includes various duties for a large number of smartclassrooms, including training and troubleshooting. I help supervise AC the student work force when needed. Train student employees in the proper use, handling and operation of all types of AV equipment. Make recommendation in selection and purchase of new and replacement AV equipment. Train university faculty and staff on AV checkout equipment for special projects and off campus use. Special projects assigned my Director.
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Military History, aviation and automotive diecast models, scifi, sportcars, bicycling and musician (trumpet).
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BA in Liberal Arts and Music - SIUE 1982
slauth@siue.edu | 618-650-3053
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Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts & Communication - Specialization in Photography
lmillio@siue.edu | 618-650-2409
Laura has a Bachelors of Science in Mass Communications for Illinois State. She worked for 5 years as Equipment Manager at Columbia College in Chicago until she moved to Edwardsville for post graduate work. She worked for two years at KMOV – Channel 4 in St. Louis as TelePrompTer operator and Floor Director. Laura began working at SIUE in 1995 in the Audio Visual Services Department creating graphics, slides and video for SIUE classes. In 2001, she “crossed the hall” to become trainer, webpage designer and WebCT production for the Faculty Technology Center. In 2007 she earned her Master Online Teacher Certificate from the Illinois Online Network. She is an instructional designer, Blackboard trainer and support and video production consultant.
cprice@siue.edu | 618-650-5085
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Curt has been employed at SIUE since 2005. His primary responsibilities include development of Institutional and Departmental University web pages using the Luminis Content Management System (LCMS). He is heavily involved in web accessibility and is a member of the Illinois Web Accessibility Consortium. Curt provides training for Luminis content contributors on how to effectively use LCMS, proper implementation of web accessibility best practices, and web image optimization. Frequently, Curt develops graphics for print and the web, in addition to the creation of various multimedia content such as flash movies and slideshows for web, DVD & PC output. In his spare time, Curt enjoys playing hockey, golf, home improvement & traveling (but not all at the same time).
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jeprice@siue.edu | 618-650-3404
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Toiled as a graduate assistant in the FTC from 2000 until 2002 before being called up to “the big show” as a full time employee in 2003. As a specialist in the FTC Jeff spends most of his time supporting Blackboard and troubleshooting other help desk issues for faculty and students. In his spare time Jeff enjoys playing hockey and recently completed his first marathon.
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jrippet@siue.edu | 618-650-5315
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maschmi@siue.edu | 618-650-5315
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Matthew joined the Faculty Technology Center staff in May 2007. Previously, as a member of Lovejoy Library's Instruction Program, he designed modules to facilitate undergraduate and graduate research and instruction. His current position with FTC also involves instructional design, primarily utilizing Blackboard and related software, including Wimba. Matthew's duties include: consulting with faculty members on projects, particularly the creation of online courses and learning activities; creating, delivering, and managing workshops and training events; assisting faculty in implementing instructional design strategies and creating educational technology tools; and providing classroom instruction relevant to instructional tools or software. Outside of work, Matthew spends his time reading the stacks of books he accumulated during grad school, biking, and engaging in other outdoor activities.
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pveenst@siue.edu | 618-650-5315
Phil Veenstra has worked for Academic Computing as both a student employee and professional staff member for more than ten years. During that time he has earned a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from SIUE and has transitioned from an Assistant Coordinator to Manager within the department. He currently manages the Student Technology Center, which oversees the IT needs for all University Housing residents. In addition to his daily tasks, Phil also participates in University committees inside and outside Academic Computing. When not at work Phil enjoys spending time with this family, cooking, and developing his skills as a photographer.
bwhetze@siue.edu | 618-650-5041
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Member since 1998
Prior Relevant Work Experience: Computer Software Trainer
Current Position Description: Library Network Administrator/Support
Hobbies: SCUBA Diving, family activities, church activities
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sbarnet@siue.edu | 618-650-3011
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pbusey@siue.edu | 618-650-2380
Coordinator, Academic Computing
2027 Engineering Building
Library and Information Services
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In 1993, Phil Busey began working at SIUE in the Science Suilding. He moved to the Engineering Building when it opened in 2000.
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bhacket@siue.edu | 618-650-2463
Assistant Coordinator – Science Building
Brendan Hackett is the current coordinator for the Science Building. He is directly responsible for the maintenance of five open-access labs and seven smart classrooms. Brendan adopts an aggressive, but helpful posture in assisting and training the faculty and staff in his building, allowing them better opportunities to integrate Academic Computing resources into their curriculum. Also under his administration are two production servers used for licensing and database serving, twenty laptops in the Tech Management Building, and a few off-site faculty research computers.
Brendan brings several years of experience and skill to his position. He attended a high school in St. James, MO that ran an ISP that served the small community. As its initial student worker, Brendan began developing his skills in a professional helpdesk environment at age 14. He became a charter member of the technical skills program in the school and was instrumental in pioneering a program that now provides A+ and CISCO certification to a dozen high school students a year. After high school, he worked for 18 months as a technician in a computer sales and service store in Rolla, MO. Due to close familial ties with the Edwardsville area, Brendan attended SIUE as an undergraduate, receiving a double B.A. in Computer Science and English Literature in 2004. During this time, he worked as a senior student worker in the Engineering division of Academic Computing and was tasked with assisting the coordinator and training other student workers in basic computer maintenance. After graduation, Brendan was hired by the department to serve as a coordinator for the Science Building. He has held this position for three years, giving him a total of 14 years of professional experience in a variety of environments.
In his spare time, Brendan enjoys cooking, cinema, and frequent exercise. He is also a trained and well-practiced bartender and novice sommelier. His wife of three years is attending SIUE as a graduate student in the History department.
mhilema@siue.edu | 618-650-5232
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Member since June 2005
Prior Relevant Work Experience: Technical Coordinator in Peck Hall, Student Technician for Academic Computing's Student Technology Center
Current Position Description: I am currently one of the technical coordinators for CAS and am in charge of lab support, primarily Macintosh, in Dunham and Art & Design buildings. The Schools in these areas include Art & Design, Mass Communications, Music, and Theater & Dance.
Hobbies: Music, Movies
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jagreen@siue.edu | 618-650-3382
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Jim has been employed as a member of Academic Computing since 1995. In the past 13 years, Jim has been a part of several notable departmental accomplishments, including the negotiation and purchase of the first campus-wide anti-virus program and the acquisition of the first computer cloning software (Ghost). In addition to his work with innovative software packages over the course of the last decade, including being the primary facilitator for SPSS, Jim is currently responsible for the maintenance of over 200 client computers and 4 servers. As the active directory administrator he assists employees and students across the campus in logging into their office or public terminals. When he is not busy taking care of the campus computer infrastructure, Jim likes being outdoors enjoying warm weather, boating, and, in general, any activities that will keep him close to the water.
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ckeighe@siue.edu | 618-650-5227
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Member of Academic Computing since 2000. Previously worked as a support specialist for Science departments. Joined Pharmacy School in 2005 to implement new laptop program and support faculty and staff there. Holds a CompTIA A+ certification.
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