Curriculum Vitae
Publications
“arms,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 206.
“breast,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 203.
“[brothers are blood family leaves that scab and tangle together], BlazeVOX Online Journal of Voice, Fall Issue 21, 2021, online.
“button,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 206~07.
“sonnet 48 [cielo está en las hojas],” The Laughing Dog, Subsynchronous Press, Issue 21, 2012, p. 14.
"[color]," Nuanua: Sharing our Stories, Suluai-Mahuka Consulting, 2024, p. 125.
“eye,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 201.
“feet,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 204.
“hands” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 200.
“hands too,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 200~01.
“[he lost his voice before his mind],” Arsenic Lobster, Issue 29, Summer 2012, online.
“[he lost his voice before his mind],” Arsenic Lobster, 2013 Anthology.
“[how women sour a man],” Arsenic Lobster, Issue 29, Summer 2012, online.
“[how women sour a man],” Arsenic Lobster, 2013 Anthology.
“[industry],” BlazeVOX Online Journal of Voice, Fall Issue 21, 2021, online.
“sonnet 111 [instantáneo],” Trestle Creek Review, North Idaho College, Issue 26, 2012, p. 31.
“[la boda la muerte mi vida],” Sunspot Literary Journal, Editor’s Choice Award Issue 2, Vol. 4, 2022, p. 1.
“liver,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 205~06.
“lungs,” BlazeVOX Online Journal of Voice, Fall Issue 21, 2021, online.
"[made in america]," Nuanua: Sharing our Stories, Suluai-Mahuka Consulting, 2024, p. 171.
metabody, Atlas Review TAR Series Finalist, 2016.
“sonnet 812 ii [mi emilia],” Trestle Creek Review, North Idaho College, Issue 26, 2012, p. 17
“[mother in 64],” Shark Reef, Issue 23, Winter 2014, online.
“nerve analogy,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 201.
“nerves selective serotonin another analogy,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa,Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 201~02.
“nose,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 208.
“sonnet 1410 [niño americano] The Journal, The Ohio State University, Issue 36.3, Summer 2012, p.103.
“sonnet 1712 [not yet],” BlazeVOX Online Journal of Voice, Fall Issue 21, 2021, online.
“penis,” Hawaii Review, I University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 204~05.
"[seven miles from wisdom]," Nuanua: Sharing our Stories, Suluai-Mahuka Consulting, 2024, p. 38.
[sheath], BlazeVOX Online Journal of Voice, Fall Issue 21, 2021, online.
“skin,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 207.
“skull,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 208~09.
“skulls,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 209~10.
“spine,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 203.
”sonnet 1812 [skyline],” BlazeVOX Online Journal of Voice, Fall Issue 21, 2021, online.
“sonnet 204 vi [so quickly the night ends],” Trestle Creek Review, Issue 26, 2012, p. 6.
“sonnet 149 [this fake beer tastes like laundry],” Feathertale, October 2012, online.
“throat,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 210.
“sonnet 1810 [time to turn another shade],” The Journal, The Ohio State University, Issue 36.3, Summer 2012, p.104.
“torso,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 207~08.
“[usted vino fui],” The Instanbul Review, Issue 2, Winter 2012, p. 59.
"[visa]" Nuanua: Sharing our Stories, Suluai-Mahuka Consulting, 2024, p. 86.
“vulva,” Hawaii Review, University of Hawaii at Mānoa, Issue 76, Spring 2012, p. 204.
“sonnet 313 [we laughed the rain down],” Five Quarterly, Spring 2013, online.
"[what is taken and not given back]," Nuanua: Sharing our Stories, Suluai-Mahuka Consulting, 2024, p. 197.
“sonnet 910 [what s a little lying between saltines],” Crab Creek Review, Vol. 25, p. 106~07.
“[when talking to the young],” Barrow Street, Winter 2013/14, p. 164.
“[why he hangs],” Lummox Journal Anthology, Issue 1, 2012, p. 58~59.
Work Experience
Editor: PROA Publications & Guma Remetaw | House of the Seafarer, 2023~Present
Assistant Professor: Northern Marianas College, 2015~Present
Curriculum Developer: LIVEnglish International LLC (formerly Daily English Club), 2010~Present
Tutor: LIVEnglish International LLC (formerly Daily English Club), 2010~Present
HQT Language Arts Teacher: CNMI Public School System, 2010~2012 & 2014
Lead Instructor: Traditional Taekwondo College, 2005~2007
Education
University of Montana, Missoula, MT—B.A. in English
Eastern Washington University, Cheney, WA—M.F.A. in Creative Writing
North Idaho College, Coeur d’Alene, ID—A.A. in Gen. Ed.
Traditional Taekwondo College, Coeur d’Alene, ID—4th Dan
International Taekwondo Federation—USA 4th Dan
International Taekwondo Council—UK 4th Dan
Continuing Education & Training
“7 Common Title IX Mistakes: How to Train Faculty on Sexual Harassment Compliance,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“The 10 Traits of Great Teachers: How to tap into Student Motivation and Maximize Retention,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“The 12 Risk Factors of Sexual Violence: Implications for Education, Compliance, & Sanctioning,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Academic Dishonesty: Policy Development, Training, & Assistance for Faculty,” Go2Knowledge, 2018
"Assessing the Effectiveness of Programs for At-Risk Students: Strategies that Work," 2024
“Assessment of Student Learning Strategies for Moving Forward,” Go2Knowledge, 2021
“Best Practices in College Teaching: Creating an Active Learning Environment,” Go2Knowledge, 2021
“Best Practices for Student Success in Developmental Education,” Go2Knowledge, 2021
“The Broken Spoon: How to use High-Impact, Interactive Practices to Delay Higher Order,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
"Building Bridges for Success: Easing the High School-to-College Transition for First-Generation College-Goers," 2024
"Campus Violence: Ten Common Mistakes," 2024
“Certificate of Completion: FERPA,” Thomson Reuters, 2020
“Cheating in an Online Environment: How to Prevent Detect, & Deter Dishonesty,” Go2Knowledge, 2021
“The College Coach Approach: A Low Cost, High Impact Strategy for Student Success,” Go2Knowledge, 2021
“Comprehensive Student Advising: An Integrated College-Wide Approach to Facilitating Student Success,” Go2Knowledge, 2022
“Computer Essentials & Multimedia Learning Platforms”, CNMI Public School System, 2010
“Conducting Difficult Conversations with Students: How Faculty & Staff can Change a Negative into a Positive,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“Creating and Implement an Online Orientation from the Ground up,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
“Creating Tests that Assess Higher Order Thinking Skills,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
"Developing an Effective Academic Advising Protocol," 2024
"Developing an Effective Peer Mentoring Program," 2024
“Developing and Implementing a Web-Based Early Alert System,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Design for Impact: Strengthening Teaching Structures in Higher Education,” Northern Marianas College, 2023
“Diversity, Inclusivity, and Civility: Developing and Enhancing Students’ Cultural Competence,” Go2Knowledge, 2018
“Effective Group Work in the College Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“Effective Online Advising: Best Practices for Improved Communication & Connection,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“Embedding Universal Learning Design in the Classroom: Low and No-cost Strategies that Work,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“Empowering At-Risk Probationary Students Using Appreciative Advising Inside and Outside the Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“Empowering Non-Traditional Students to Succeed in Today’s College Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“A Faculty Advisor Blueprint: Understanding & Supporting their Role in Student Success,” Go2Knowledge, 2022
“Faculty Training on Accessibility, Inclusiveness, & Universal Design in Response to COVID-19”, CNMI University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) at the Northern Marianas College, 2021
“FERPA Basics,” Northern Marianas College, 2017
“FERPA for Colleges and Universities (ADA Accessible),” Thomson Reuters, 2023
“FERPA Training for Faculty: How to Protect Students’ Privacy and Keep Your Campus Safe,” Go2Knowledge, 2018
“The First-Year Experience: A Critical Foundation for Student Success,” Go2Knowledge, 2021
“The Government Ethics Code and Related Matters,” CNMI Office of the Public Auditor, January 14, 2020
“Handling Distracting & Annoying Behavior in & Out of the Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“How Faculty Can Recognize and Manage Mental Health Issues in the Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Helping Underprepared Students Succeed: How to Influence Student Engagement, Learning, and Persistence,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“How to Measure & Monitor Student Success Using Quantitative & Qualitative Data,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
“How to Design Effective Multiple Choice Tests that Assess Student Learning,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
“Identifying and Managing Asperger’s in and out of the Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
“Identifying and Reaching Unprepared Students: Strategies for Creating Success in the College Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2020
“Incorporating Active Learning Strategies into Your Online Teaching Environment,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Increasing Academic Performance Using First-Year Seminars and Learning Communities,” Go2Knowledge, 2022
“Increasing Online Student Engagement and Retention Through Online Human Touch,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Intrusive Academic Advising: An Effective Strategy to Increase Student Success,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Learning Communities: Creating Environments that Retain, Engage, and Transform Learners,” Go2Knowledge, 2017
“Overview of Appreciative Advising,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Persistence vs. Retention: Legislation & the Changing Paradigm of Student Success,” Go2Knowledge, 2018
“Preventing Discrimination and Harassment,” Northern Marianas College, 2017
“Preventing Sexual Misconduct,” Northern Marianas College, 2018
“Preventing Workplace Bullying,” Northern Marianas College, 2018
“Retaining Online Students: A Student Affairs and Faculty Perspective,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Sexual Violence Awareness & Prevention: a Title IX Training,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Strategies for Effective Academic Mentoring of 21st Century Students,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Student Motivation: Increasing Engagement, Persistence, & Learning,” Go2Knowledge, 2018
“Student Retention Through An Academic Lens,” Go2Knowledge, 2022
“Supporting ADA Accommodations Beyond the Classroom: Manageable Solutions for Student Affairs,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Supporting the Engagement, Learning, and Success of Students At-Risk,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Teach Students how to Learn: Metacognition is the Key,” Go2Knowledge, 2018
“Title IX Investigations: Case Studies in Intimate Partner Violence & Stalking,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Title IX Investigations: Case Studies in Sexual Misconduct & Harassment,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Title IX and Sexual Misconduct on Campus: Training Faculty & Staff on What, When, & How to Report,” Go2Knowledge, 2019
“Understanding the New Non-Traditional Student: Supporting their Success in and out of the Classroom,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Understanding Post Traumatic Stress Disorder: How to Improve the Academic Success of Student Veterans on your Campus,” Go2Knowledge, 2023
“Writing and Measuring the Effectiveness of Student Learning Outcomes for Student Affairs,” Go2Kowledge, 2017
Leadership & Service
Academic Advising Committee Member 2016~2017
Accreditation Reaffirmation Steering Committee Member 2019~2020
College Council Member 2021~2022
Faculty Senate Senator 2018~2022
Health Squad Member 2024~Present
Language Format Review Specialist for Academic Council 2017~Present
Leadership Team Committee Member 2021~2022
President of Black Belt Club 2005~2006
President of Faculty Senate 2021~2022
Program Review and Outcomes Assessment Committee Member 2020~2023
Vice President of Black Belt Club 2006~2007
Vice President of Faculty Senate 2018~2019
Vice President of Faculty Senate 2019~2020
Civic Engagement & Outreach
17th Annual Valentine Sengebau Poetry Competition Recital Judge, Northern Marianas Humanities Council, 2019
18th AnnualValentine Sengebau Poetry Competition Recital Judge, Northern Marianas Humanities Council, 2021
19th AnnualValentine Sengebau Poetry Competition Recital & Content Judge, Northern Marianas Humanities Council, 2022
20th Annual Valentine Sengebau Poetry Competition Recital & Content Judge, Northern Marianas Humanities Council, 2023
Daily English Club / English, Math, and Science tutor at LIVEnglish International LLC, 2010~Present
Gubernatorial Town Hall Co-Moderator, American Memorial Park, October 17~19th, 2022
Kagman High School boys Varsity Head Coach, 2014~2015
Kagman High School boys Junior Varsity Head Coach, 2014~2015
Kagman High School boys Freshmen Head Coach, 2014~2015
National Poetry Month Reading Event Organizer, Northern Marianas College, 2016
National Poetry Month Reading Event Organizer, Northern Marianas College, 2017
National Poetry Month Reading Event Organizer, Northern Marianas College, 2018
National Poetry Month Reading Event Organizer, Northern Marianas College, 2019
Northern Marianas College 4th Annual Research Symposium Judge, March 1st, 2024
Northern Marianas College Student Speaker Commencement Coach, 2023
NMIFA Assistant Referee Course, Northern Mariana Islands Football Association, October 2011
NMIFA Men’s National Team Player, 2011~2012
NMIFA Grass Roots Kids Leader Coaching Certificate, 2023
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men’s Team Player, 2011
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men’s Team Player, 2012
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men’s Team Player, 2014
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men’s Team Player, 2015
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men’s Team Player, 2016
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men's Team Player, 2023
Paire Div. 1 Football Club Men’s Team Player, 2024
Paire Football Club U-8 Coach, 2022
Paire Football Club U-10 Coach, 2022
Paire Football Club U-10 Coach, 2023
Paire Football Club Novice Women’s Team Coach, 2022
Paire Football Club Intermediate Women’s Team Coach, 2023
Paire Football Club Premier Women's Team Coach, 2024
Saipan International School boys Varsity Head Coach, 2018
Saipan International School elementary school basketball Assistant Coach, 2022
Saipan International School boys soccer Varsity Assistant Coach, 2023~2024
Saipan Southern High School boys basketball Junior Varsity and Varsity Head Coach, 2010
Saipan Southern High School boys basketball Junior Varsity and Varsity Head Coach, 2011
Saipan Southern High School boys basketball Junior Varsity and Varsity Head Coach, 2012
Saipan United Football Club Div. 2 Team Member, 2021
Saipan United Football Club Div. 2 Team Member & Captain, 2022
Keynote Presentations & Events
Breathe, Posture, and Office Exercise, PD Presenter. Pacific Islands Club, Fall 2019
Extraordinary in the Ordinary of Creative Nonfiction: Short Stories of our Heroes, Kagman High School, September 21, 2023
Guest Poet for the CNMI State of Education Address, Taga Hall World Resort, September 22, 2022
Phi Theta Kappa Quest Speaker, American Memorial Park, October 25, 2019
Reimagining Syllabi Creation and Diversification of Assessment, PD Presenter. Sunflower Hall World Resort, August 5, 2022
Writing for an Academic Poster: How to Write More Information using Fewer Words, PD Co-Presenter. Northern Marianas College, February 2023
Honors & Awards
1st Place in Age Division (35~39) Run Saipan Half-Marathon, 2:02:15, 2023
1st Place in Age Division (30~39) Aquathlon & 10K Pathway Run, 55:38, 2023
2nd Place Division 2, Run Saipan Zombie Apocalypse 5K, 24:26, 2022
2nd Place in Age Division (35~39), Lion’s Club 7th Annual 10 mile bike, 39:58, 2023
2nd Place in Age Division (35~39), Run Saipan Half-Marathon, 2:16:35, 2022
2nd Place in Age Division (30~39), Saipan Marathon, 4:53:18, 2024
9th Overall Men's Division, Run Saipan Trinity Run, 1:44:25, 2023
Idaho Top Scholar, 2003
Faculty of the Month, February 2016
Faculty of the Year, 2019
Saipan United Football Club League-B Champions, 2021
Organizations & Affiliations
International Taekwondo Council—UK, 2021~Present
International Taekwondo Federation—USA, 2021~Present
Northern Marianas Football Association Club Member—CNMI, 2014~Present
Paire Football Club—CNMI, 2011~2012; 2014~2016; 2022~Present
Run Saipan Member—CNMI, 2022~Present