Education:
PhD Business Administration with a specialization in Applied Computer Science, Northcentral University, 2010
MS Management of Information Systems, University of Phoenix, 2005
BS Business Administration with a concentration in Computer Science, Southern Illinois University, 1991
Bio:
Dr. Cecil began her career as a computer programmer and advanced through many technology positions in financial, manufacturing, and educational organizations. Most recently, she served in a CIO position as a Vice President of Research, Planning, and Technology.
Dr. Cecil has earned a Data Science Certificate from the University of California and a Master Online Teaching Certificate from the University of Illinois. She graduated from the Harvard Graduate School of Education with a leadership certification from the Institute for Educational Management.
Dr. Cecil and her golden retriever, Henry, serve as a therapy dog team. They visit hospice patients to offer unique therapy and a smile to terminally ill patients and their families.
Presentations/Lectures:
Now We're Talking! Engaging Discussions in the Online Classroom, 2018. National Conference of the United States Distance Learning Association and Illinois Reading Council Conference.
A University-wide Transformational Assessment Initiative that Integrates the Higher Learning Commission Pathway, 2012. Session at Association of Institutional Research National Forum.
Endowed scholarships and planned giving: A legacy to exponentially impact students, 2010. Invited keynote at the Rend Lake College Foundation Annual Dinner.
The influence of leadership development programs on the community college leadership shortage: A case study, 2010. Published as dissertation, Northcentral University.