Expertise: Instructional technology consulting & pedagogical support, Tablet PC pedagogical support, technical training, web design, and Moodle.

Biography: Prior to coming to DePauw, Michael worked as an instructional technologist at Tri-State University in Angola, Indiana. There he gained diverse experience in Technology ranging from supporting Tri-State’s Tablet PC initiative, technical training, and supporting Blackboard and DyKnow. Michael is also an experienced web developer and having designed the website www.bradleygoughdiamonds.com and administrating a blog on technology www.thewatercooler.org. Michael earned his B.A. from DePauw in 2005. In addition to instructional technology, Michael enjoys learning to play guitar, working on projects in his new garage, and experimenting with new technologies.

Fun Fact: Michael has experience wiring a whole house for electrical, phone, and data.

Expertise: Blackboard, DyKnow, Project Management, Microsoft Office Professional, Databases, Reflective Writing.

Biography: Lynda has worked for FITS since coming to DePauw in September 2001. She has recently earned an associates degree in Computer Information Systems from IVY Tech Community College. Her greatest blessing is being a mom to three wonderful sons – a U.S. Marine, a beekeeper and a video game enthusiast. Lynda enjoys spending time with her kids, cooking, writing and taking walks on the beach (which can be a challenge living in Indiana).

Fun Fact: Lynda once took tae-kwon-do lessons with her two youngest children.

Expertise: Web2.0 Applications, Moodle, sound/multimedia design, online audio delivery.

Biography: Roni joined FITS in 2006, and previously taught music and humanities courses for the City Colleges of Chicago while acting as an Instructional Technology Liaison for other faculty members. She received degrees in Music Composition from the University of Illinois and Princeton University, and specialized in creative applications of digital technologies. Educational uses of web-based technologies, including blogging, podcasting, social bookmarking and social networking are among topics Roni provides consultations and workshops. An active jazz pianist and composer, she also plays in local ensembles, including the Tiger Pep Band. Roni also teaches DePauw courses in Music Technology for the School of Music.

Fun Fact: Roni collects rabbit-related things (but not rabbits).

Expertise: Instructional technology consulting & pedagogical support.

Biography: Carol came to DePauw in 1994 and has been variously involved with information technology services at the University, including playing a key role in developing the FITS program. She currently leads DePauw’s 361° programs designed to enhance and transform teaching and learning at DePauw, including FITS, START, and the Information Technology Associates Program (ITAP). Smith is a presenter at numerous conferences and an active member of several professional organizations, including EDUCAUSE and the National Institute for Technology and Liberal Education. She earned her undergraduate degree from DePauw in 1985 and her master’s degree in instruction systems technology from Indiana University School of Education.

Expertise: Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Web Programming (HTML, PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, CSS), Web Mapping (MapServer), Microsoft Office, Adobe Illustrator, MacOSX, Structured and Object Oriented Programming.

Biography: Beth's formal education was focused in the area of Applied Mathematics with emphasis on Computer Science and Physics. She obtained a B.S. in Applied Mathematics from Murray State University ( Murray, KY) in 1988 and a M.S. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Illinois ( Champaign, IL) in 1990. After receiving her post-graduate degree, she spent 11+ years as a Software Engineer in the Oilfield Services Industry programming 2D and 3D seismic interpretation/visualization systems. At present, in addition to being the FITS GIS Specialist, Beth is also the project programmer for the CGMA (Collaboratory for GIS and Mediterranean Archaeology) project. Her hobbies include singing, sewing, swimming, and most importantly, spending time with her family.

Fun Fact: Beth has a relatively large antique sad iron trivet collection.