VERONICA JONES, Ph.D. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION PROGRAM IN HIGHER EDUCATION LEADERSHIP THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN 1912 SPEEDWAY D5400 AUSTIN, TX 78712-1604 TEL: 512-475- 8596 FAX: 512-471- 5975 EMAIL: VJONES@AUSTIN.UTEXAS.EDU RESEARCH INTERESTS Constructivism and Critical Theories in Research Higher Education Law Intersectionality and Multidimensional Identity Development Student Cognitive and Social Development Theories Student Success and Pathways for Students of Color Student Engagement and Institutional Diversity EDUCATION Ph.D. Higher Education Administration Distinguished Honors Graduate, College of Education and Human Development Texas A & M University, College Station, TX Graduation Date: May 2014 Dissertation Chair: Dr. Christine Stanley (Vice President and Associate Provost for Diversity) Dissertation: Taking the Picture out of the Frame: A Multidimensional Approach to Racial Identity M.Ed. Educational Leadership and Cultural Studies: Higher Education University of Houston, Houston, TX Graduation Date: May 2007 B.A. Elementary Education Southern University A & M College, Baton Rouge, LA Graduation Date: May 2000 Honor s College Thesis, Summa Cum Laude RESEARCH EXPERIENCE 2015- present The University of Texas at Austin, Center for Community College Student Engagement Engaging Latino Students for Transfer and College Completion Primary Investigator: Emmet Campos, Project Coordinator Research Summary: follow- up initiative on institute for 24 community college and 4 year institutions; data analysis of focus groups and site- based assessment on engagement of Latino students at postsecondary institutions across Texas, Florida, and California 2014- present The University of Texas at Austin, Division of Diversity and Community Engagement Texas Education Consortium for Male Students of Color
Veronica A. Jones Ph.D., Page 2 Research Experience cont. Primary Investigator: Victor Saenz, PhD, Associate Professor & Executive Director Research Summary: Qualitative data collection and site- based assessments of mentoring and student success programs for Latino and African American undergraduate students across Texas postsecondary institutions 2013-2014 Texas A & M University, Office of the Vice President and Associate Provost for Diversity Non- Matriculating African American Students at Texas A & M University Principal Investigator: Christine Stanley, PhD, Vice President and Associate Provost for Diversity Research Summary: Qualitative data collection and analysis of African American students who declined admission to the institution to determine issues related to perception of campus climate and recruitment 2012-2014 Texas A & M, Educational Administration and Human Resource Development Limited Access Major Exploratory Research Study Co- Investigators: Glenda Musoba, PhD, Associate Professor and Tekla Nicholas (Florida International University), Research Specialist Research summary: Exploratory research study on the experiences of community college transfer students and limited access to competitive university majors 2011-2014 Texas A & M University, Educational Administration and Human Resource Development Leading Demographically Diverse Schools Co- Investigators: Jean Madsen, PhD, Texas A & M University and Minjung Kim, Texas A & M University Research Summary: Study of perceptions of K- 12 administrators and teachers on leaders ability to lead diverse groups PROFESSIONAL APPOINTMENTS IN HIGHER EDUCATION University of Texas at Austin, Program in Higher Education Leadership - present Postdoctoral Research Fellow Conduct research projects in higher education leading to research publications in peer- reviewed articles, collaborate with faculty in the department and various departments across campus, provide professional development and research experience opportunities for graduate students Texas A &M University, Educational Administration and Human Resource Development 2013-2014 Graduate Research Assistant (Dr. Yvonna Lincoln and Dr. Jean Madsen) Distribute survey pilot study for administrators/teachers of demographically diverse schools; assist in prep for teaching materials and online class modules for doctoral level courses (Introduction to Qualitative Rese Diversity Issues in Higher Education); compile departmental materials and reports Texas A & M University, Educational Administration and Human Resource Development 2011-2013 Graduate Research Assistant (Dr. Jean Madsen and Dr. Glenda Musoba)
Veronica A. Jones Ph.D., Page 3 Professional Appointments in Higher Education cont. Conceptualized exploratory research project on transfer students and major selection; Conducted data collection and analysis; reviewed survey for administrators/teachers of demographically diverse schools for construct validity; uploaded survey into the online Qualtrics system for distribution; provided assistance with preparation for teaching materials and online class modules for doctoral level courses (Qualitative Research and Diversity Issues in Higher Education) Texas A & M University, Center for Teaching Excellence 2011 College Teaching Intern for Dr. Debra Fowler, Director Created online modules centered on critical thinking strategies for faculty; completed a literature review for comprehensive study of critical thinking; internship completed requirements for College Teaching Certificate through the Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development University of Houston, Department of Campus Activities 2007 Graduate Assistant to Director of Campus Activities Created an organizational self- assessment as co- chair of a space audit committee to assess various departmental areas and make recommendations for space allocation; conducted organizational orientations for registered student organizations regarding university and departmental policies; conducted research on institutional policy and program content University of Houston, Greek Life 2007 Intern to Assistant Director of Greek Life Served the diverse Greek population for program development; contributed to strategic planning and collaboration as an integral team member at Greek Life staff meetings; compiled and reported applicable research findings on peer institutions in analysis of Greek judicial boards; generated a student interest survey for prospective students at Organization Fairs for council use in the recruitment process University of Houston, College of Education, Quality Urban Education for Students and Teachers II 2005-2007 Graduate Assistant/K- 12 District Facilitator Served as primary interface for university students, faculty, and administrators on program issues; advised students on a weekly basis on program responsibilities and implementation of planning; facilitated program orientation and placement of students with supervising teachers; conducted individual evaluations of skills and professional attributes in collaboration with program supervisors PUBLICATIONS Jones, V. A. (2014). Centrality and circumstance: Influences of multidimensional racial identity on African American student organization involvement. Journal of Critical Thought and Praxis, Vol. 3: Iss. 2, Article 2. (available online at http://lib.dr.iastate.edu/jctp/vol3/iss2/2/) Jones, V. A. (in press). The black- white dichotomy of racial identity. Manuscript accepted for publication in Higher Education in Review.
Veronica A. Jones Ph.D., Page 4 Publications cont. Jones, V. A. (under review). The racialization of Arab panethnic identity: Exploring students ingroup and outgroup social positioning. Submitted for publication in the Journal of College Student Development. Jones, V.A. (under review). Utilizing racial ideology constructs to contextualize black student leaders engagement and activism efforts. Submitted for publication in the Journal of Negro Education. Musoba, G., Jones, V. A., & Nicholas, T. (in progress). From open door to limited access: Transfer students and the challenges of major choice. To be submitted for publication in the Journal of Career Development. BOOK REVIEWS Jones, V. A. (2015). [Review of the book Transforming students: Fulfilling the promise of higher education, by Johansson, C., & Felten, P]. The Review of Higher Education, 38, 313-315. PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS Jones, V.A. (May, 2015). Racial Salience: The Use of Experiential Knowledge and Constructivist Methodology to Reveal PWI Situational Cues. Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Critical Race Studies in Education Association, Nashville, Tennessee. Jones, V.A. (April, 2015). Exploring the effects of institutional inequalities on African American students racial ideology and activism. Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, Chicago, Illinois. Jones, V.A. (November, 2013). Perceptions and Participation: How Multidimensional Racial Identity Provides Insight into African American Student Organization Involvement. Research Paper Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association for the Study of Higher Education, St. Louis, Missouri. Musoba, G., Jones, V. A., & Nicholas, T. (November, 2013). From Open Door to Limited Access: Transfer Student and the Challenges of Major Choice. Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association for the Study of Higher Education, St. Louis, Missouri. Jones, V.A. (April, 2013). The Invisible Minority: Developing Understanding and Distinction between Arab Students and other Minority Groups. Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Educational Research Association, San Francisco, California. Jones, V.A. (November, 2012). Multiracial students and the balancing of multiple identities. Presentation at the Annual Meeting of the Association for the Study of Higher Education, Las Vegas, Nevada. TEACHING EXPERIENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION Epistemology EHRD 651 Texas A & M University, Educational Administration and Human Resource Development Fall 2013, Co- Instructor Instructor: Dr. Jean Madsen, Associate Professor
Veronica A. Jones Ph.D., Page 5 Teaching Experience in Higher Education cont. Presented lectures on paradigms of research and the epistemological lenses that make up research theories; facilitated online group discussions about quality and rigor of research methodologies; shared theoretical perspectives from current dissertation process Higher Education Law EDAD 610 Texas A & M University, Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development Fall 2012, Co- Instructor Instructor: Dr. Dave Parrott, Executive Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/ Chief of Staff Collaborated on course structure and presented law topics related to higher education due process, threat assessment, free speech, and tort liability; assisted with written briefs, papers and final presentations; met with students upon request for further instruction related to course materials GUEST LECTURES EDA 381Q Qualitative Research Design The University of Texas at Austin, Department of Educational Administration Instructor: Dr. Jennifer Holme Facilitated a discussion on the meaning of content analysis in creating themes with qualitative data; introduced students to Nvivo software to review literature for research projects and to conduct queries and code data EDA 381Q Qualitative Research Design The University of Texas at Austin, Department of Educational Administration Instructor: Dr. Beth Bukoski Presented a lecture on narrowing the scope of your study and securing a sample for research; provided insight into the process of finding a theoretical framework and making methodological decisions to maximize participation in a study EHRD 651 Epistemology Texas A & M University, Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development Instructor: Dr. Jean Madsen Presented a lecture on critical race theory and implications for research; discussed the importance of challenging dominant discourse through education research EHRD 651 Epistemology Texas A & M University, Department of Educational Administration and Human Resource Development Fall 2012 Instructor: Dr. Jean Madsen Presented a lecture on critical theories and qualitative paradigms; provided guidance to students in proposal course on methods and dissertation process; met with students upon request for further instruction related to course materials
Veronica A. Jones Ph.D., Page 6 DIVERSITY CONSULTATION/INVITED PRESENTATIONS The University of Texas at Austin, Diversity Education Initiatives Spring 2015 Presentation: University Leadership Network Mentorability; guest lecture for the undergraduate, first generation seminar of 500 freshmen regarding mentor relationships for their upcoming internship and the idea of cultural competence The University of Texas at Austin, Diversity Education Initiatives Spring 2015 Presentation: Minority Alliance in Computer Science Diversity Day Starting with Ourselves: Intersections of Identities; guest speaker to facilitate discussion about personal and social identities that influence interactions and understanding of others The University of Texas at Austin, Diversity Education Initiatives Presentation: University of Texas Libraries Diversity Action Staff Interest Group Workshop and university panel regarding issues of diversity within library facilities and facilitating a safe and welcoming space for students of color K- 12 TEACHING EXPERIENCE Alief Independent School District, Houston, TX 2007-2011 English as a Second Language Educator Reported content needs as Grade Level Team Leader; created curriculum with district coordinators as district Lead Teacher; created campus- wide goals and responsible for budget approval as a member of the Site- Based Decision Committee Arlington Independent School District, Arlington, TX 2003-2005 English as a Second Language Educator Collaborated with grade level and partner teachers to plan lessons based on state standards; completed Texas Reading professional development training for beginning reading strategies UNIVERSITY ADVISEMENT AND COMMITTEE SERVICE Diversity Education Initiatives, Consultant, University of Texas at Austin (2014-2015) Graduate Representative Advisory Board, Program Chair, Texas A & M University (2011-2014) Graduate Student Council, Legislative Affairs Co- Chair, Texas A & M University (2012-2013) Academic Task Force, Office of the Registrar, Texas A & M University (2012-2013) Comprehensive Review Team, Member, Offices of the Dean of Student Life, Texas A & M University (Summer 2013) PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS American Educational Research Association (April 2013- present), Division J: Post- Secondary Education Association for the Study of Higher Education (September 2011- present), Council of Ethnic Participation Critical Race Studies in Education Association (April 2015- present) Texas Association of College and University Student Personnel Administrators (February 2007-2011)
Veronica A. Jones Ph.D., Page 7 HONORS AND AWARDS Former Students Pooled Scholar, Texas A & M University (2013-2014) Dr. Paul L. Stevens 42 Endowed Memorial Scholarship, Texas A & M University (2012-2013) College of Education and Human Development Graduate Research Grant (2012-2014) Graduate Representative Advisory Board Travel Grant, Texas A & M University (2012-2014) University Council on Educational Administration, Barbara Jackson Scholar (2012-2014) CERTIFICATIONS English as a Second Language, K- 12