Kate Sheridan

497 Catesby Lane Williamsburg, VA 23185 (814) 360-8566 katherine.sheridan@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Master of Arts Degree, Leadership Studies Aug 2010
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Teaching Assistant, EDLD 550/600: Leadership Theory & Practice
Finance Director, SOLES Graduate Student Association

Bachelor of Arts Degree, English May 2004
Penn State University, University Park, PA
Study Abroad Student Advisor
Community Outreach Chair, Delta Gamma Alpha Chi Chapter

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Coordinator for Leadership Development 2012-Present
Presidents Leadership Program, Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA
Create, expand and implement developmental components of a comprehensive leadership development
program that incorporates an academic minor in leadership studies, experiential learning opportunities,
and success and accountability initiatives for a population of over 1,000 undergraduate students
Develop and implement workshops and events that foster capacity and competency development; social
cultural and community awareness; and values clarification to further student leadership development
Coordinate the Passport Program to facilitate students ability to connect their personal/professional
interests, leadership development and course work, and engage in critical reflection; work with over 20
offices and departments on campus to sponsor or support over 60 Passport events per semester
Coordinate the Coffeehouse Speaker Series, which gives current students the opportunity to present to
their peers about significant leadership and developmental experiences, including study abroad,
conference attendance and personal research/scholarship
Coordinate and execute student orientation facilitator training on various topics including mentorship,
facilitating reflection, and managing vulnerability; develop sessions and workshops for annual
orientation for over 400 incoming freshmen
Supervise University Fellows within the Presidents Leadership Program (PLP) and provide direction,
mentorship, and feedback on specific projects and initiatives related to the program; work with Fellows
to establish personal and professional goals and develop plans to help them achieve desired outcomes
Meet with and mentor students in one-on-one and group settings to support their success in the
program, and engage in intentional developmental reflection on their experiences within the PLP

Executive & Administrative Coordinator for the Dean 2008-2012
School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Actively sought cross-functional collaboration to address student needs, develop strategic initiatives,
plan and execute events; served as a liaison between SOLES, the university, and local, national and
international constituents; managed school wide calendars and Deans complex schedule
Implemented use of technology and web 2.0 applications for, marketing campaigns, publication
distribution, and student services for a higher level of service to students and community organizations
Supervised and counseled student employees, developed and implement strategic opportunities to
further their leadership and professional development; assisted in development of staff
training/development programs; coordinated staff schedule
Created, proofread and edited website content; created and maintained websites using Adobe Contribute
and Wordpress; Created, coordinated and edited marketing materials, handbooks, policy-statements,
databases, and school-wide correspondence including weekly publications to students and staff
Planed and executed numerous seminars, meetings, and high-profile events including national
conferences; coordinated with local and international organizations to plan and execute events

Academic Program Support, Department of Leadership Studies 2006-2008
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School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Provided high-level and comprehensive support for over 300 students, 25 faculty members and
Department Chair in a renowned and growing department, including support for the Leadership
Institute and other centers
Coordinated MA and PhD schedules and paperwork and ensured completion of files to clear students
for graduation; coordinated logistics of doctoral dissertation defenses and all pertinent paperwork.
Served on and supported committee to assess core curriculum in the MA program
Assisted in planning, supporting and executing department events, meetings and conferences

TEACHING & ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE
Adjunct Faculty, LDSP 310 Leadership Theory and Research Aug-Dec 2013
Christopher Newport University, Newport News, VA
Instruct a core course within the Leadership Studies Minor examining salient leadership theories,
approaches and research-based understanding of constructs of leadership

Consultant, Leadership for Change Conference Jul 2012
School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Served as one of 12 consultants to the experience of small groups to challenge and deepen their learning
of self, systems and organizations in a group relations conference setting

Senior Teaching Fellow and Course Coordinator, Leadership Theory & Practice Aug-Dec 2011
School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Coordinated all technical and logistical components of masters and doctoral course of 90 students in
collaboration with course instructor; advised teaching assistants and students through the course

Director for Administration/Facilitator, Leadership for Change Conference Jan 2011
School of Leadership and Education Sciences, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Director for Administration: Led a staff of four to coordinate and support all logistical aspects of the
conference for over 70 attendees and 20 staff and explore the role of management in organizations
Facilitator: Led a small group in exploring their conference experience to learn about how groups
function and how they are affected by organizational dynamics in a group relations conference setting

Participant, Creative Leadership Workshop Jan 2010
Center for Creative Leadership, San Diego, CA
Participated in a 360 survey of personal leadership skills and learned about instruments and
methodologies for increasing the capacity of leadership of individuals and organizations

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS
Antes, A., Martinez, C., McIntyre Miller, W., & Sheridan, K. (2013, October). Developing Leadership
Capacity for Greater Resilience: Theories, Practices, and Experience. Panel Presentation at the International
Leadership Association Conference, Montreal, Canada.
Sheridan, K. (2013, October). Liberal Education and Leadership Programs: Developing Resilience. Roundtable
Presentation at the International Leadership Association Conference, Montreal, Canada.
Sheridan, K. (2012, October). Systems Theory and Getting to the Balcony: Obtaining a Holistic Perspective in
Group Situations. Guest Lecture, LDSP 210-Study in Self Leadership, at Christopher Newport University.
Sheridan, K. (2010, May). Motivation, Commitment and Retention: An Observational Case Study of One Nonprofit
Organization. Paper presented at the University of San Diego.
Sheridan, K. (2009, May). Foundations and Proliferations of Peace Studies in American Higher Education. Paper
presented at the University of San Diego.
Sheridan, K. (2009, April). Commercialization in Higher Education. Paper presented at the University of San
Diego.

SELECT WORKSHOP & TRAINING PRESENTATIONS
Sheridan, K. (2013, May). The Role of Vulnerability in Leadership and Life. Presented at Orientation Staff
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Advance, Christopher Newport University
Sheridan, K. (2012, December). Leadership Capacity vs. Leadership Competency: Distinct Approaches to
Leadership Development. Presented at Presidents Leadership Program Staff Advance, Christopher
Newport University
Green, C. & Sheridan, K. (2012, August). Meaning-Making in Residential Programming. Presented at RA
Training, Christopher Newport University
Sheridan, K. (2012, June). Facilitating Reflection. Presented at Orientation Staff Advance, Christopher
Newport University

INTERNING & VOLUNTEER WORK
The AjA Project, San Diego 2009-2010
San Diego, California
Developed leadership curriculum for Youth Advisory Council, worked as an assistant instructor for
Journey after-school program at Crawford High School to help students think critically about their
identities, develop leadership skills and become agents of personal and social transformation

Sight Loss Support Group 2002-2003
State College, Pennsylvania
Aided blind and sight-impaired persons with everyday tasks in service of the organizations mission to
help people overcome the challenges of varying degrees of sight loss in order to live independently

INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE
Christopher Newport University
Contemplative Studies Steering Committee 2013
Emerging Leadership Program Facilitator 2013
Staff Advance Professional Development Committee 2012-Present
Women and Leadership Program Facilitator 2012

University of San Diego
SOLES Sustainability Committee 2009-2012
SOLES Professional Development Retreat Committee 2007-2012

AFFILIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
International Leadership Association (ILA), Member 2011-Present
Penn State Alumni Chapter (SDPSU), Member 2006-2012
Delta Gamma National Sorority 2000-Present

COMPUTER SKILLS
Operating Systems:
Windows XP, Windows 2007, Windows 2000, Windows 1997, Mac Operating System

Software / Applications:
Microsoft Office XP, Microsoft Office 2000, Microsoft Office 1997, MS Word, MS Access, MS Excel,
Internet Explorer, Outlook, Outlook Express, PowerPoint, Adobe Contribute, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
Illustrator, Adobe Pro, DreamWeaver, FileMaker Pro, Banner, Kintera, SmartDraw, SurveyMonkey, Constant
Contact, Doodle, Web 2.0 applications (i.e. Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, Wordpress), iWork, Mac Pages, Mac
Numbers, Mac Keynote, iMovie, iTunes/iTunes U

LANGUAGES
English exceptional reading, writing, oral, comprehension and analytical skills
Spanish basic with limited reading comprehension