Dr. S. Steven Whitaker
Curriculum Vitae
5/1/2024
Graduate Psychology Department
Keiser University Graduate School
West Palm Beach, FL / Charlotte, NC
EDUCATION
Ph.D. Psychology, Specialization: Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Concentration: Consultation Psychology, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2020
M.S. Psychology, Specialization: Industrial/Organizational Psychology School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2016
PROFESSIONAL ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Professor Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2021 – Present.
Peripheral I/O Psychology Professor Roles:
• Comprehensive Exams Rater – I/O Psychology Program, 2021 – Present.
• Course Developer – Doctoral Residency–Psychology and I/O Psychology Programs, 2021 – Present.
• Course Developer – M.S. I/O Psychology and Ph.D. I/O Psychology Programs, 2021 – Present.
• Dissertation Chair and Committee Member – I/O Psychology Program, 2021 – Present.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee Member – Graduate School, 2021 – 2023.
• Doctoral Residency Faculty Member – Psychology and I/O Psychology Programs, 2021 – Present.
• Co-Faculty Advisor – Psi Chi Honor Society, 2021 – Present.
• Graduate School Academic Advisor – M.S. I/O Psychology and Ph.D. I/O Psychology, 2021 – Present.
Psychology Professor – Adjunct Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2021 – 2021.
Peripheral Psychology Professor – Adjunct Roles:
• Comprehensive Exams Rater – I/O Psychology Program, 2021 – Present.
• Course Developer – M.S. I/O Psychology and Ph.D. I/O Psychology Programs, 2021 – Present.
• Graduate School Academic Advisor – M.S. I/O Psychology and Ph.D. I/O Psychology, 2021 – Present.
TEACHING ASSISTANTSHIPS
Teaching Assistant (TA) School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2018 – 2020.
PROFESSIONAL APPLIED APPOINTMENTS
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist (Project-Based) Dr. S. Steven Whitaker (ΨDrSSW), Fort Lauderdale, FL 2020 – Present.
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Consultant (Project-Based) Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Consultation, Charlotte, NC 2016 – 2020.
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Consultant (Project-Based) Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Consultation, Charlotte, NC 2016 – 2020.
PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Williams, L. L., Kuchinka, D. G. K., Daniels, L., & Whitaker, S. S. (2023). Quantitative analysis of workplace bullying and burnout among employees in higher education. Review of Business Research, 23(1), 16-26. http://dx.doi.org/10.18374/RBR-23-1.2
Whitaker, S. S. (2020). Organizational climate of change and the effect of gender, race/ethnicity, and years on the job characteristics: A quantitative analysis (Order No. 27740880). ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (2385740751). https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/organizational-climate-change-effect-gender-race/docview/2385740751/se-2
PENDING PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Whitaker, S. S. (2020). Organizational climate of change and the effect of gender, race/ethnicity, and years on the job characteristics: A quantitative analysis. Review of Business Research
RESEARCH PAPERS IN PROGRESS
Whitaker, S. S. (2024). The how and why of measuring dark triad personality in I/O psychology: The dark side of leadership.
Whitaker, S. S. (2024). The interconnections of I/O psychology and technology and the psychological effects of technology at work.
Whitaker, S. S. (2024). Psychological safety and the whole organization.
BOOKS IN PROGRESS
Whitaker, S. S. (2024). Psychological Safety and the Whole Organization.
Whitaker, S. S. (2024). Psychological Safety in the University Classroom.
SPECIAL ISSUE ARTICLE PROPOSAL
Afsha, G., Whitaker, S. S., & Zaheer, M. (2020, August). I feel relationally identified with my leader: But my work intensification is the boundary condition. Journal of Occupational Health. American Psychological Association (APA). Washington, DC.
HANDBOOKS AND PROCEDURAL MANUALS
Whitaker, S. S. (2020). Leadership Development Program Course. Carolina Fabricators launched a dynamic program resource guide for leadership development.
NON-PEER REVIEWED PUBLICATIONS
Whitaker, S. S. (2020). Organizational climate of change dimensions and the effect of gender, race/ethnicity, and years on the job characteristics: A quantitative perspective. ResearchGate. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.27937.74089
Whitaker, S. S. (2018). Motivational improvement. ResearchGate. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.11312.30726/1
Whitaker, S. S. (2017). Psychological test selection. ResearchGate. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.22479.64165
Whitaker, S. S. (2018). Professional development planning. ResearchGate. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.20330.06084/1
Whitaker, S. S. (2016). Determining person-to-job fit and person-organization fit: the relevant significance. ResearchGate. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.17190.88642/1
Whitaker, S. S. (2016). Adult learning and change theories. ResearchGate. doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.12990.02887
AWARDS AND HONORS
Faculty Advisor – Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2021.
• Invited to mentor and form meaningful relationships with students outside of the classroom.
Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2020.
• Invited to apply for lifetime membership for class standing and academic achievement (GPA 4.0/4.0).
President’s List, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2019 – 2020.
• Awarded for excellent academic performance (GPA 4.0/4.0) as a graduate student.
President’s List, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2018 – 2019.
• Awarded for excellent academic performance (GPA 4.0/4.0) as a doctoral degree student.
President’s List, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2017 – 2018.
• Awarded for excellent academic performance (GPA 4.0/4.0) as a graduate student.
President’s List, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2016 – 2017.
• Awarded for excellent academic performance (GPA 4.0/4.0) as a graduate student.
Alumni Doctoral Scholarship, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2016.
• Awarded $12,500 to fund the cost of a doctoral degree.
Graduation with Distinction, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2016.
• Recognized for superior academic accomplishments (GPA 4.0/4.0) of a graduate student.
President’s List, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, 2015 – 2016.
• Awarded for excellent academic performance (GPA 4.0/4.0) as a graduate student.
Research Paper Presentations
Whitaker, S. S. (2020, March). Evidence of teaching effectiveness survey [Survey]. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2019, June). Supporting at-risk students. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2019, May). Organizational climate of change and the effect of gender, race/ethnicity, and years on the job characteristics: A quantitative analysis [Research Proposals]. 3rd Annual Psychology Café – Virtual Psychology Research Conference (VPRC), Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2019, April). Providing students feedback in an online learning environment. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, November). Dissertation research plan. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, December). Ethical issues in teaching online. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, November). Dissertation research plan. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, September). Ensuring quality of learning management system (LMS) in the online environment. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, August). Dissertation research plan. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, August). Research question and purpose statement. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Atlanta, GA.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, May). Adult learning and change theories [Abstract]. 2nd Annual Psychology Café –Virtual Psychology Research Conference (VPRC), Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, May). Ethical/Multicultural vignette and resolution [Abstract]. 2nd Annual Psychology Café –Virtual Psychology Research Conference (VPRC), Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, November). Dissertation research plan. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, November). Quantitative research topic. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, April).Cognitive development [Abstract]. 1st Annual Psychology Café – Virtual Psychology Research Conference (VPRC), Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, April). Do organizational members’ perceptions of diversity climate impact how and why they value organizations [Abstract]. 1st Annual Psychology Café – Virtual Psychology Research Conference (VPRC), Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, March). Consultation psychology. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, January). Developing a program evaluation proposal. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2016, October). Scientific merit evaluation and justification. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, November). Cognitive development. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, September). Prescription privileges for clinical psychologists Cognitive Development. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, July). Psychotherapy. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, March). Disorders and treatments. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, January). Evaluation of a standardized test. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
PowerPoint Presentations
Whitaker, S. S., (2023, March). Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2020, February). Organizational climate of change and the effect of gender, race/ethnicity, and years on the job characteristics: A quantitative analysis [PowerPoint slides]. 4th Annual Psychology Café – Virtual Psychology Research Conference (VPRC), Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2019, October). Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and its application for university students [PowerPoint slides]. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2019, October). Multicultural Consulting Plan [PowerPoint slides]. Applied Teaching Seminar – Virtual Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, November). Dissertation research plan: Topic endorsement, research overview, research theory, research methodology, and research data [PowerPoint slides]. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2018, August). Dissertation research plan: Topic endorsement, research overview, research theory, and research methodology [PowerPoint slides]. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Atlanta, GA.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, December). The effects of sexual abuse [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, November). Quantitative research plan and scientific merit: Research topic, research problem, research problem background, theoretical foundations, and ethical considerations. [PowerPoint slides]. Capella University Doctoral Residency, Orlando, FL.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, June). Multicultural vignette [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, May). Ethics vignette and resolution [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2017, March). I/O psychology workshop [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2016, July). Memory [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2016, May). Theories in psychology [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2016, March). Personality theory [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2016, January). Women in psychology [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, May). Sleep deprivation, disorders, and drugs [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, March). Major approaches to clinical psychology [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
Whitaker, S. S. (2015, January). Schizophrenia [PowerPoint slides]. Psychology Café, Minneapolis, MN.
DEPARTMENTAL TALKS
Mendelson, R., Bracken, D., Kuchinka, D., & Whitaker, S. S. (2023, July). “I/O Psychology Professionalism, Job Searching, Feedback Environments.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 14, 2023.
Dayanim, S., Slifka, L., Daniels, L., & Whitaker, S. S. (2023, July). “Moving from Ideas to Topics for Dissertation.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 13, 2023.
Bracken, D., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2023, July). “I/O Psychology Career Opportunities.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 12, 2023.
Dayanim, S., Schmitt, S., & Whitaker, S. S. (2023, July). “Moving from Ideas to Topics for Dissertation.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 12, 2023.
Mendelson, R., Bracken, D., Kuchinka, D., & Whitaker, S. S. (2023, July). “I/O Psychology Keys to Success in I/O Psychology.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 12, 2023.
Whitaker, S. S., Bracken, D., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R. (2023, July). “I/O Psychology Research Methods.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 11, 2023.
Whitaker, S. S., (2023, March). “Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI).”Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology Talk presented to Psi Chi Members at Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL. March 9, 2023.
Bracken, D., C., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2022, July). “I/O Psychology Career Opportunities.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 12, 2022.
Bracken, D., C., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2022, July). “I/O Psychology Keys to Success in IO Psychology.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 13, 2022.
Dayanim, S., Kuchinka, D., & Whitaker, S. S. (2022, July). “Moving from Ideas to Topics for Dissertation.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 13, 2022.
Bracken, D., C., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2022, July). “I/O Psychology Online Presence and Professionalism.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 12, 2022.
Whitaker, S.S., Bracken, D., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R. (2022, July). “I/O Psychology Research Methods.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 14, 2022.
Bracken, D., Esterling, B., Daniels, L., Dayanim, S., Hanson, C., Kuchinka, D., Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2022, July). “Introduction to Psychology Program: Classes, Major Milestones, Timelines, Expectations.”Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 14, 2022.
Esterling, B. & Whitaker, S. S. (2021, July). “Faculty Research Overview”. Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 13, 2021.
Esterling, B. Bracken, D., & Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2021, July). “Applying Research Methods to Dissertation Topics.” Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 14, 2021.
Bracken, D., & Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2021, July). “Careers in I/O Psychology.” Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 14-16, 2021.
Whitaker, S. S. & Esterling, B. (2021, July). “Advanced Research Design (Experimental, Quasi-Experimental, Non-Experimental).” Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 15, 2021.
Bracken, D., & Mendelson, R., Whitaker, S. S. (2021, July). “Advanced Research Methodology—Dissecting Current Research Studies (Non-Experimental).” Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 15, 2021.
Esterling, B. Bracken, D., Hanson, C., Mendelson, R., & Whitaker, S. S. (2021, July). “Tests and Measurements for Dissertation Discussion.” Departmental Talk presented to Graduate Students of Doctoral Residency at Keiser University Flagship, West Palm Beach, FL. July 16, 2021.
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Graduate – Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Doctor of Philosophy Residency I and II, (21SA, 22SA, 23SA).
Dissertation (22FA, 22FC, 23WA, 23SA, 23SC, 23FA, 23FC, 24WA, 24WC, 24SA).
Advanced Organizational Psychology, (22SA, 23WA, 23FA, 24SA).
Capstone II I/O Psychology, (23SC).
Capstone I I/O Psychology, (23SA).
Capstone I Psychology and I/O Psychology, (21WA, 22WC, 22SA, 22FA, 23WA, 24WC).
Capstone II Psychology and I/O Psychology, (22WC, 22SA, 22FA, 22FC, 23WC, 24SA).
Psychology of Decision Making, (23SC, 23FA, 23FC).
History and Systems of Psychology, (21WC).
Human Resources Psychology, (24WC)
Organizational Psychology, (22WA, 23SA, 24WA*2).
Quantitative Research, (21SC, 21FC[*2], 22SC).
Research Design/Thesis Proposal, (21SA, 21SC, 21FA, 22FC, 23WC, 23FC). Tests and Measurements, (21SA, 21FA).
Tests and Measurements, (21SA, 21FA).
Graduate – School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Survey of Research Methods, (Summer 2018 – Winter 2020).
Synchronous Lab Orientation to Graduate Learning in Psychology, (Spring 2018 – Winter 2020).
Consultation Psychology, (Winter 2018 – Summer 2018).
I/O Psychology Practices in Personnel Human Resources Management, (Winter, 2018).
Undergraduate – School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Introduction to Psychology, (Summer 2018 – Summer 2019).
DISSERTATIONS CHAIRED
Staton, Devin. (2024). The relationship between listening to music during the morning commute and mood.
Espineira, Jeanna. (2024). Political climate effect on law enforcement officers post-COVID-19.
Hubbell, Jessica. (2024). Associations between employee perceptions and goals of employment evaluations.
Browne, Phillip. (2024). Republican and Democrats concerns over illegal immigration.
Summers, Gail. (2024). Creative performance and psychological safety as modified by leadership style among adult employees in the United States.
Merced, Peter. (2024). Relationship between cannabis, the craving construct and relapse rates among opioid addicted individuals in rural Appalachia.
Roberts-Olatawura, Stacey. (2024). The mediating role of emotional intelligence in the relationship between psychological safety and employee creativity.
Irby, Jermaine. (2024). Organizational citizenship behaviors: Self-efficacy, perceived stress, and leadership.
DISSERTATION COMMITTEE MEMBER
Dandekar, Rohan, R. (2021). The relationship between authentic leadership and extrinsic job satisfaction among millennials in the information technology sector of New York City.
DiDonato, S. Joseph. (2022). Determining the correlation between types of performance appraisals used in an organizational context and employee engagement.
Fiaschetti, Mary. (2022). A correlational study of servant leadership and workplace incivility.
DeRosa, Jennifer. (2022). The moderating effect of emotional intelligence on job satisfaction and burnout.
Quinones, Sunamy. (2022). Emotional intelligence influence in job satisfaction and emotional exhaustion among remote workers.
Quenga, Mamie. (2022). The differences between levels of servant leadership and resistance to change based on gender, age, and length of employment.
Wade, Tajuana. (2023). Examining servant leadership and its effects on compassion fatigue in educators and clergypersons.
Rodriguez, Blanca. (2023). Effectiveness of ministers, pastors, and clergy career readiness and self-efficacy during counseling.
Williams, Larry. (2023). A quantitative study on the relationship between workplace bullying and burnout among faculty members in academia.
Yarala, Johanna. (2024). Authentic leadership and employee engagement.
Brunner, Susana. (2024). The relationship between sense of purpose and employee engagement for male and female aviators.
Stone, Shatevia. (2024). The relationship between colorism and impostor syndrome, particularly in African American women, and its effect on workplace performance.
Williams, Rosenia. (2024). The relationship between emotional intelligence and perceived bullying behavior in the workplace.
Olson, Holly. (2024). Recruitment outreach and its relation to candidate’s perceived organizational attractiveness and intention to accept a job offer.
Andreadis, Anthony. (2023). The relationships between individual ethical positions (based on ethical position theory) and the frequency and type of organizational citizenship behaviors (OCB).
Cynthia Mehrkam. (2023). The relationship between compassion fatigue, servant leadership, and self-perceived leadership for nurses in an acute care setting. Tuesday Walker Hodges. (2023). The impact of mindfulness on work-induced stress and burnout in minority mental health workers.
Walker Hodges, Tuesday. (2023). The impact of mindfulness on work-induced stress and burnout in minority mental health workers.
Gonzalez, Nesly. (2024). The cognitive costs of job insecurity in software developers: A study focused on short term memory in the remote workplace.
Iyeli, Rufin. (2024). Burnout among primary school teachers in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Bernhardt, Lilibel. (2024). Exploring the impact of servant leadership on organizational commitment: A study of organizational outcomes and employee job satisfaction among special needs educators and non-teaching professionals.
Lang, Dejannae. (2024). Code-switching in the workplace.
APPLIED EXPERIENCE
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist (Project-Based) Dr. S. Steven Whitaker (ΨDrSSW), Fort Lauderdale, FL 2020 – Present.
• Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychologist that applies a competency-based, multicultural, and ethical approach to consultation of I/O psychology principles in the workplace through data-driven management objectives. Consult on and develop research methodology and design plans and assessment instruments (e.g., exams, surveys, scales, tests, and questionnaires in compliance with ethical codes and legal standards) for systematic study and analysis to draw practical conclusions. Provide expert witness testimony on sexual harassment and discrimination allegations and conduct and consult on investigating such allegations.
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Consultant (Project-Based) Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Consultation, Charlotte, NC 2016 – 2020.
• Served as the industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology professional that applied a competency-based, multicultural, and ethical approach to consultation of I/O psychology principles in the workplace through data-driven management objectives. Consulted on and developed research methodology and design plans and assessment instruments (e.g., exams, surveys, scales, tests, and questionnaires in compliance with ethical codes and legal standards) for systematic study and analysis to draw practical conclusions. Provided expert consultation for investigations of sexual harassment and discrimination allegations.
Industrial/Organizational (I/O) Psychology Intern Carolina Fabricators, Liberty, NC 2019 – 2020, 2017 – 2018, 2015 – 2016.
• Served as the industrial/organizational (I/O) psychology professional that applied I/O psychology principles through data-driven management objectives for workplace solutions. Consulted on and developed research methodology and design plans and assessment instruments for systematic study and analysis to draw practical conclusions for organizational phenomena and conducted workplace investigations.
SERVICE TO FIELD OF PSYCHOLOGY
Journal Manuscript Peer Reviewer
Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science, 2020 – Present.
African Educational Research Journal (AERJ), 2021 – Present.
SERVICE TO I/O PSYCHOLOGY
Volunteer – Mental Wellness Coordinator of North Carolina, United States The Mental Wellness Society, Pittsburgh, PA 2021 – Present.
• Conduct ongoing psychological research to identify, promote, and advance the acquisition of concepts and knowledge that can equip individuals with the means to achieve wellness in the psychological, behavioral, and interpersonal areas of their lives.
DEPARTMENTAL / UNIVERSITY SERVICE
Faculty Advisor – Psi Chi Honor Society
Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 2021 – Present.
Graduate Researcher, Psychology Reading Dojo
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN 2018 – 2020.
Graduate Researcher, Psychology (PSYCH) Café
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2015 – 2020.
Graduate Researcher, Psychology Research Group
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2015 – 2020.
EXTRACURRICULAR UNIVERSITY SERVICE
Capella University I/O Psychology Group
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2015 – 2020.
Capella University Open Forum Group
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN, 2015 – 2020.
CERTIFICATIONS
Being an Inclusive Manager for your LGBTQ+ Employees Certificate (Code: d51b8b2), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 06/14/2023.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Explained Certificate (Code: e246b0a), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 06/14/2023.
Lifetime Membership in Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology (Faculty Co-Advisor), Chattanooga, TN, 03/01/2022.
Anti-Harassment for Supervisors: Investigations Certificate (Code: cb07fe6), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Anti-Harassment for Supervisors: Harassment Prevention Policy Certificate (Code: ca025e0), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Anti-Harassment for Employees: Bullying Behavior Certificate (Code: 87a0a8e), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Anti-Harassment for Employees: Behavior Spectrum Certificate (Code: d1703c0), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Anti-Harassment for Supervisors: Setting Expectations for Behavior Certificate (Code: 140a7d2), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Working with Autistic Individuals Certificate (Code: 65c2a86), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Neurodiversity at Work: Supporting Clients Certificate (Code: 34c149b), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Neurodiversity at Work: Supporting Coworkers Certificate (Code: 6e90bbe), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Neurodiversity at Work: Environment Certificate (Code: 8baac0c), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Establishing Equity: The DEI Continuum Certificate (Code: 7e4c88a), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/22/2022.
Title IX: Equal Education for All Certificate (Code: b2117a1), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
Protecting Employees from Workplace Discrimination Certificate (Code: fd7e1f0), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
Understanding and Preventing Age Discrimination Certificate (Code: fd7e1f0), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
Prejudice and Discrimination Certificate (Code: 2451b45), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
Lead with Hospitality: How to Lead with SMART Goals Certificate (Code: fd7e1f0), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
Lead with Hospitality: How to Coach with Grace and Gracefulness Certificate (Code: fd7e1f0), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
Lead with Hospitality: How to Give Effective Feedback Certificate (Code: b19f61e), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/13/2022.
How to Be a Better Teammate Certificate (Code: 75148ea), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/12/2022.
Best Practices for Online Educators, Teaching and Learning Committee (TLC), Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 02/08/2022.
Anti-Harassment Crash Course: Sexual Harassment Basics Certificate (Code: 37b64ca), BizLibrary, E-learning, Town and Country, Missouri, 02/12/2022.
Research Mentors, CITI Program Certification (No. 44134889) Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative at the University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL, 8/8/2021 – 8/7/2024.
TEACHING DEVELOPMENT
Graduate Psychology Department, Keiser University Graduate School, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Teaching and Learning Committee (TLC) Seminars, (Winter C, 2021 – Present).
New Graduate Faculty Training (NGFT) – Development Course, (Winter C, 2021).
New Instructor Keiser Education Seminar (KES), (Winter C, 2021).
Undergraduate Instructor Training, (Winter C, 2021).
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Applied Teaching Seminar, (Summer 2018 – Winter 2020).
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND SOCIETIES
American Evaluation Association (AEA), Member 2015 – Present.
American Psychological Association (APA), Member 2011 – Present.
APA Psychologically Healthy Workplace Network, Member 2016 – Present.
Quantitative and Qualitative Methods (APA Div. 5), Member 2016 – Present.
Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP, APA Div. 14), Member 2016 – Present.
Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues (SPSSI, APA Div. 9), Member 2016 – Present.
Association for Psychological Science (APS), Member 2011 – Present.
Changefirst – Organizational Change Management and Implementation, Member 2016 – Present.
Harvard Business Review Discussion Group, Member 2021 – Present.
The International Higher Education Teaching and Learning Association (HETL), Member 2011 – Present.
Research, Methodology, and Statistics in the Social Sciences, Member 2011 – Present.
Industrial and Organizational Psychology Professionals, Member 2016 – Present.
IPAC: International Personnel Assessment Council, 2015 – Present.
International Society for Coaching Psychology (ISCP), Member 2016 – Present.
ISCP International Centre for Coaching Psychology Research, Member 2016 – Present.
ISCP Health & Wellbeing Coaching Forum, Member 2016 – Present.
International Society for Organization Development and Change (ISODC), Member 2016 – Present.
Leading Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Member 2021 – Present.
The Mental Wellness Society, Mental Wellness Coordinator of North Carolina, 2021 – Present.
Psi Chi, The International Honor Society in Psychology, Faculty Co-Advisor 2022 – Present.
Psychology in Human Resources (Organizational Psychology), Member 2015 – Present.
Psychology Teaching Network, Member 2016 – Present.
The Society of Evidence-Based Organizational Consulting (SEBOC) SideBar (I/O Psychology & Other Workplace Sciences), Member 2023 – Present.
“The imagination and insight that goes into defining the research problem usually determines the ultimate value of a research study more than any other factor.”
— Meredith D. Gall, Walter R. Borg, and Joyce P. Gall
Dr. S. Steven Whitaker Ψ 