Dr

RODDRICK L. CHATMON 148 WATERS POINTE LIZELLA, GEORGIA 31052 478-359-6171 (H) 478-737-4220 (C) [email protected] CAREER OBJECTIVE:

MILITARY EXPERIENCE: EDUCATION:

To obtain a career in the field of Psychology that would allow me to further enhance already acquired skills while challenging me to continue to develop and grow as a professional. U.S. Army (Active Duty) U.S. Army Reserves

10/84 - 10/86 2/87 - 4/90

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D. Candidate, ABD) Specialization: Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine Northcentral University Prescott, Arizona MASTER OF SCIENCE Major: Psychology Georgia College & State University Milledgeville, Georgia Graduation: June, 1995 GPA: 3.20 BACHELOR OF ARTS Major: Psychology Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, Georgia Graduation: June, 1991 GPA: 3.66

PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT: 8/14 - Present 9/96 - 5/04

7/04 – 8/14

Assistant Professor of Psychology (Lecturer) Department of Behavioral Sciences Fort Valley State University 1005 State University Drive Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 Psychology Instructor Central Georgia Technical College 3300 Macon Tech Drive Macon, Georgia 31206

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8/07 – 8/14

Adjunct Instructor Department of Behavioral Sciences Fort Valley State University 1005 State University Drive Fort Valley, Georgia 31030

1/14 – Present

Adjunct Instructor Department of Behavioral Sciences Middle Georgia State College – Macon Campus 100 College Station Drive Macon, Georgia 31206

6/00 - 10/03

Licensed Realtor Coldwell Banker SSK, Realtors 470 S. Houston Lake Road Warner Robins, Georgia 31088

9/98 - 6/00

Counselor and Martial Arts Instructor Boys & Girls Club of Roberta/Crawford County Roberta, Georgia

2/95 - 7/98

Child & Adolescent Therapist Phoenix Center Behavioral Health Services Fort Valley, Georgia/ Roberta, Georgia

1/98 - 6/98

Director: FVSU-DCYS Mentoring Program Fort Valley State University Fort Valley, Georgia

ORGANIZATIONS:

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Psi Chi (National Honor Society in Psychology) Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society American Taekwondo Association Central Georgia Board of Realtors

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VITAE I.

Profile Roddrick L. Chatmon Psychology Instructor Central Georgia Technical College 3300 Macon Tech Drive Macon, Georgia 31206

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Educational Background 1.

Northcentral University, Prescott, Arizona Specialization: Health Psychology/Behavioral Medicine Degree: Ph.D. Candidate, ABD 2007 - Present Dissertation Chair: Dr. Kristin O’Byrne

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Georgia College & State University, Milledgeville, Georgia Major: Psychology (General-Theoretical) Degree: Master of Science 1995 Honors: Psi Chi (The National Honor Society in Psychology) Thesis: Diagnosis and Treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder Chair: Dr. William F. McDaniel

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Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, Georgia Major: Psychology Degree: Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude Honors: Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society Member of Honors Program 1989-1991 Chair: Dr. Judson Mitcham (Retired)

1991

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Employment History 1. Assistant Professor of Psychology (Lecturer) 2014 - Present Previous employment 1996 - 2004 Fort Valley State University Department of Psychology 1005 State University Drive Fort Valley, Georgia 31030 Duties: Teach undergraduate courses in General Psychology, Child Psychology, Pre-Adolescent Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Behavioral Statistics, Tests & Measurement, Abnormal Psychology, and Developmental Psychology. Graduate courses were taught in Child Psychology and Pre-Adolescent Psychology as well. I was in charge of the placement of all Psychology Interns and acted as advisor for one-half the Psychology Majors. Department Chair: Dr. Komanduri Murty

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Psychology Instructor 2004 - 2014 Central Georgia Technical College 3300 Macon Tech Drive Macon, Georgia 31206 Duties: currently teaching Basic and Introductory Psychology courses both in the classroom and online in addition to Abnormal Psychology in the classroom. I am also a member of the college’s General Education Advisory Committee. Department Chair: Mrs. Cynthia Smith

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Counselor 1998-2000 Boys & Girls Club of Roberta/Crawford County Roberta, Georgia Duties: Acted as primary Counselor at the club having duties which included acting as mediator to immediate crises, periodic coping skills workshops (i.e. violence, gangs, and drug awareness). These duties also included discussions with parents concerning treatment of problem behaviors. Also taught martial arts to both kids and adults. Director: Mr. Havis Busbee

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Child & Adolescent Therapist 1995-1998 Phoenix Center Behavioral Health Services (Formerly Peachbelt) Warner Robins, Georgia Duties: Included providing counseling services to children between the ages of 2 and 17. Maintaining Client records as mandated by state and agency standards. Taught Parenting Classes to parents who were either mandated by the Department of Family and Children's Services or the courts, as well as those who felt like they could benefit from the course. Supervisor: Mr. Dan Pernell

Professional Development 1.

Attended 16th Annual Georgia Conference on College and University Teaching. The purpose of this conference was to provide college and university faculty with the opportunity to discuss and share experiences and innovative teaching techniques. Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA, February 13-14, 2009

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Attended the 2007 Teaching Professor Conference. The purpose of this conference was to educate educators in new and innovative techniques of instruction. Workshops involved active participation on many available strategies related to classroom management, student retention, active learning, and student empowerment to name a few. Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta, GA, May 18-20, 2007

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Conducted workshop on Brain Function and Learning Styles. Presented with Colleague to the faculty, this workshop was held to bring about a better understanding of the different ways in which students learn which could in turn affect the way in which we lecture. The workshop was held at the Macon, GA campus and the Milledgeville, GA Campus. Central Georgia Technical College, Macon, Georgia Campus, October 25, 2006 Milledgeville, Georgia Campus, December 6, 2006

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Presenter at the FIRST ANNUAL YOUTH CONFERENCE ON VIOLENCE. This conference gave me the opportunity to speak to youth about making good decisions with regard to the many pressures that they are faced with in the environment. Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA, October 3 - 4, 2002

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Attended Psychology Advisory Committee Meeting. The purpose of this meeting was to gather with other professors in the discipline of Psychology and utilize a round table platform to discuss issues pertinent to the instruction of Psychology. The event was sponsored by Kennesaw State University. Kennesaw State University, Kennesaw, GA, February 15, 2001

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Attended 13th Annual Southeastern Conference on the Teaching of Psychology. This conference was used to expose teachers of Psychology to the various techniques which may better enhance their individual instruction. Sessions included the following: "Dealing with Abrasive Students", "Plagiarism", "Statistical Techniques Utilizing Excel." This Conference was sponsored by Kennesaw State University. NW Marriott Hotel, Atlanta, GA, February 16 and 17, 2001

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Attended conference entitled “Psychopharmacology in Practice: Clinical and Research Update 1998.” The purpose of this conference was to provide professionals with a comprehensive update of the most recent advances in the drug treatment of mental disorders. The event was sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health. Hyatt Regency, Bethesda, MD, November 20 and 21, 1998

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Delivered GSAMS presentation as Director of Fort Valley State University/Department of Juvenile Justice Mentoring Program. The presentation was a part of conference entitled "Approaches for the Mobilizing Family and Community Strengths with Diverse Populations." The event was sponsored by The University of Georgia School of Social Work. Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA, May 1, 1998

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Attended the Ninth Annual Southeastern Teaching of Psychology Conference. The purpose of this conference was to better enhance the skills and knowledge of instructors in the field of Psychology. In addition, techniques were shared as to how to make students more active participants in the classroom. The conference was sponsored in part by the Society for the Teaching of Psychology. Kennesaw State University, Marietta, GA, February 28-March 1997

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Spoke with At-Risk Youth ranging in age from 12 to 16 about drug and alcohol abuse among their peers as well as in the home. The program was sponsored by the Fort Valley Chapter of LINKS, Inc. in partnership with the Fort Valley State University - Department of Children and Youth Services Mentoring Program. Fort Valley State University, Fort Valley, GA, February 6, 1996

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Publications Gerow, J. & Chatmon, R. L. (2012). Basic Psychology, (3rd ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson Custom Publishing. Gerow, J. (with Chatmon, R. L., & Crews, D.). (2009). Basic Psychology, (2nd ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson Custom Publishing. Gerow, J. (with Chatmon, R. L., & Crews, D.). (2008). Basic Psychology. Boston, MA: Pearson Custom Publishing. Gerow, J. (with Chatmon, R. L., & Crews, D.). (2006). Basic Psychology. Reno, NV: Bent Tree Press.

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Community Service-Professional and Civic-Related General Education Advisory Committee (CGTC) Agricultural and Laboratory Animal Care and Use Committee Faculty Senator Fort Valley State University Psychology Club- Advisor FVSU High School Quiz Bowl - Judge Library Advisory/Planning Committee, Chair Psi Chi (National Honor Society in Psychology) Alpha Kappa Mu Honor Society Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. American Taekwondo Association

2004 - Present 2000 - 2004 2000 - 2004 1996 - 2004 2001 - 2003 2000 - 2001

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Professional Interests 1.

Research Interests My Current research interests include all matters related to caregiver quality of life as it relates to the care of special needs or atypically developing populations. This would also include the care of those individuals with physical disabilities which may have occurred through illness, aging, or accident. The presence of stress and stress-related illnesses among caregiver populations is also an area of focus. My dissertation research is entitled “Perception of Parenthood as a Mediator between Typically Developing Children and Caregiver Quality of Life.” This quantitative research hypothesizes that those parents with typically developing children in addition to a special needs child would have a greater sense of self-worth and quality of life when compared to those parents with a special needs child and no other children.

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Teaching Interests My current teaching interests include a vast majority of bachelor’s level psychology courses. These include Introductory Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality, Behavioral Statistics, and Psychology of Religion. While these are not all the classes that I have taught, they do represent those that I prefer and enjoy the most.

VIII. Professional References 1.

Dr. Judson C. Mitcham (Retired Chair) Department of Behavioral Sciences/Psychology Fort Valley State University 1005 State University Drive Fort Valley, GA 31030 Adjunct Instructor of English (Current) Mercer University 1400 Coleman Avenue Macon, GA 31207 Home Address: 493 Lokchapee Drive Macon, Georgia 31210 (478)477-9186 [email protected]

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Dr. William Perez Department of Arts & Sciences Central Georgia Technical College 3300 Macon Tech Drive Macon, Georgia 31206 Home Address: 716 Juniper Lane Macon, GA 31220 (770)490-0022 [email protected]

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Dr. Jerry Brenner Psychology and Rehabilitation Coordinator Department of Behavioral Sciences Fort Valley State University 1005 State University Drive Fort Valley, Georgia 31030-4313 [email protected]