Kelly Soczka Steidinger

Education
Ball State University Muncie, IN
Master of Arts in Educational Psychology July 2023
(27 of 30 credits completed) Graduate Certificate: Human Development and Learning

University of Wisconsin – Stout Menomonie, WI

E-Learning and Online Teaching Graduate Certificate March 2015

University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point Stevens Point, WI

Master of Arts in Communication May 2007
Thesis: The Gendered Experiences of Dairy Farm Women in Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin – River Falls River Falls, WI

Bachelor of Science Degree in History, Anthropology Minor May 2000
Study Abroad: Katolicki Uniwersytet Lubelski, Lublin, Poland

Academic Appointments
Instructor, Communication,
Behavioral Science, & GPS
for Student Success
Professional Experience
Mid-State Technical College 2011 - Present
School of General Education & Learning Resources
Stevens Point & Marshfield, WI

• Educates over one hundred learners per semester in the following courses: Introduction to Public
Speaking, Introduction to Psychology, Oral/Interpersonal Communication, Employment Strategies, English
Composition I & II, Introduction to College Reading, and GPS for Student Success (Orientation to College)
• Constructs and delivers relevant curriculum in face-to-face, hybrid, online, web conferencing, and
telepresence formats
• Mentors four K-12 dual credit instructors each semester to ensure the curriculum is delivered and
assessed to college standards
• Conduct classroom observations for K-12 dual credit instructors on an annual basis
• Constructs and assesses Credit for Prior Learning Assessments
• Utilizes various Web 2.0 software tools, Blackboard learning management software, and authentic
assessments to enhance student engagement and foster the growth of 21st-century skills

GPS for Student Success Mid-State Technical College 2018 - Present

(Orientation to College) School of General Education & Learning Resources
Team Lead Stevens Point & Marshfield, WI

• Constructs and maintains GPS for Student Success (Orientation to College) course curriculum while
collaborating with fifteen-course instructors to ensure effective instruction
• Provides LMS and instructional support for fifteen GPS for Student Success (Orientation to College)
instructors during the summer, fall, spring, & winterim semesters
• Coordinates the collection and review of assessment data across all course sections to use data to make
informed curriculum and student support decisions
• Mentors two K-12 dual credit instructor curriculum is delivered and assessed to college standards
Communication Mid-State Technical College 2017 - 2022
Team Lead School of General Education & Learning Resources
Stevens Point & Marshfield, WI

• Leads five communication colleagues through important college processes that shape curriculum, adhere
to Higher Learning Commission policies, and have a positive impact on student achievement
• Schedules bi-weekly meetings to coordinate departmental projects including credit for prior learning
initiatives, development of general education learning outcomes, course-level assessment of graduate
learning outcomes, program retention, and student recruitment activities
• Articulates and supports the strategic vision of the college, while simultaneously, advocating for faculty
and students’ needs
• Mentors new and part-time faculty in classroom management, assessment measurement, and technology
implementation skills
Adjunct Communication State University of New York at Fredonia Spring 2021 - Present
Lecturer Department of Communication Studies
Fredonia, NY

• Engages and assesses the learning of twenty-five students in the COM303 – Health Communication
course through either remote or asynchronous delivery
• Utilizes OnCourse (Moodle) learning management system and Zoom to facilitate students’ successful
attainment of learning objectives
• Designed course to be delivered in either an accelerated five-week or traditional fifteen-week format
Part-Time Communication Nicolet College Spring 2020
Instructor Department of University Transfer, Liberal Arts & Science
Rhinelander, WI

• Facilitated and assessed learners in the English Composition II course

• Utilized the BrightSpace (D2L) learning management system to manage course content, communicate
with students, and track student success
Associate Communication University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point Spring 2016 & 2017
Lecturer Department of Communication
Stevens Point, WI

• Instructed and evaluated traditional learners in the Intercultural Communication course

• Employed a semester-long ethnographic assessment project to immerse students in an authentic
descriptive research experience
Academic Advisor University of Wisconsin - Green Bay 2011
at Northcentral Technical College
Wausau, WI

• Actively recruited and advised prospective non-traditional students about academic opportunities
• Created professional connections with Central Wisconsin businesses and institutions of higher learning
• Instructed students on the use of the Student Information System (PeopleSoft), the Transfer Information
System (TIS), and on other academic planning processes

Instructor/Undeclared Winona State University 2007 - 2011

Academic Advisor Department of Communication Studies
Winona, MN

• Instructed and evaluated the academic performance of one hundred students per semester in the
Introduction to Public Speaking Course
• Instructed and evaluated undecided majors in the Introduction to Higher Education 100 course
• Advised freshman students about class selections, potential majors, and career choices
 • Engaged in professional development workshops, participated in the departmental accreditation
assessment process, and bolstered student recruitment activities
• Attended national and regional professional communication conferences to explore current research,
to connect with other scholars, and discover new instructional techniques

Adjunct Communication Augsburg University - Rochester Campus 2008 - 2011

Instructor Department of Communication Studies
Rochester, MN

• Educated non-traditional adult learners in the following courses: Communication Theory 280, Interviewing
296, Interpersonal Communication 354, Argumentation 351, Business and Professional Speaking 321,
Intercultural Communication 329, Persuasion 352 (Independent Study)

Instructional Assistant University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point 2005 - 2007

Department of Communication Studies
Stevens Point, WI

• Instructed and evaluated the academic performance of seventy-five students per semester in the
Introduction to Public Speaking course
• Presented mass lectures, with seating for over three hundred students, on fundamental communication
principles and theories

Student Development Positions

Multicultural Mid-State Technical College 2013 - 2017
Empowerment Club Stevens Point, WI
Faculty Advisor

• Created and advised a student organization that advocates for inclusion, supports co-cultures, and
celebrates diversity, including the GLBTAQ+ community in Central Wisconsin
• Marketed and promoted educational events organized by the club
• Generated revenue, planned, and chaperoned a student trip to the American Multicultural Student
Leadership Conference held in La Crosse, Wisconsin
Communication Club Winona State University 2008 - 2011
Faculty Advisor Winona, MN

• Advised club members on how to effectively carry out philanthropic, public relations, and scholarly events
• Secured funds, organized, and chaperoned student trips to the 2008 CSCA Convention in St. Louis,
Missouri, and the 2009 NCA Convention in Chicago, Illinois
Leadership Training, Consulting, and Public Relations Positions
Project Analyst Human Performance & Safety Consultants 2006
West Lafayette, IN

• Provided primary assistance in conducting focus groups and client status assessment
• Collaborated and synthesized focus group data for clients
Director, Member Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation 2002 - 2004
Relations Madison, WI

• Advised, promoted, and publicized the State Young Farmers’ and Woman’s Committees’ programs
• Surfaced, trained, and molded state committee leaders
• Organized, planned, funded, and coordinated several leadership conferences per year
• Provided job direction and insight to state field supervisors
Field Supervisor Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation 2000 - 2002
Madison, WI

• Recruited, motivated, advised, and trained volunteers in twelve Central Wisconsin counties
• Educated county Farm Bureau members on national and state legislative issues
• Monitored regional membership sales and retention rate

Academic Research

Publications

Steidinger, K. (2023, September). Health communication five-week accelerated online course syllabus and
schedule. Teaching Communication. (Vol. 4). Kaufmann, R. & Frisby, B. (Eds.). Cognella, Inc.

Steidinger, K. (2022, December). In pursuit of the golden swatter: An engaging concept review activity.
Professors at Play Playbook: Real-world techniques from a more playful higher education classroom.
Carnegie Mellon University: ETC Press. https://etcpress.pressbooks.pub/professorsatplay/
Steidinger, K. (2018). Even Dwight Schrute suffers from public speaking anxiety. In Seiter, J. S., Peeples, J., &
Sanders, M. L. Communication in the Classroom: A Collection of G.I.F.T.S. Bedford/St. Martin’s.
Steidinger, K. (2017, October). eTools: Using Quizlet in the classroom [Member-only monthly essay series].
National Communication Association.

McGowan, A. & Kaiser, K. S. (2014). Discovering civil discourse: Using the online public sphere for
authentic assessment. Communication Teacher, 28(3), 1-7. doi: 10.1080/17404622.2014.911339

Kaiser, K. (2010). Using Seinfeld to enhance storytelling speeches. The Communication and Theater
Association of Minnesota Journal, 37. Retrieved from http://www.mnsu.edu/cmst/ctam/journal.html

Works in Progress
Steidinger, K. & McGowan-Kirsch, A. (2021). Gaining twenty-first-century employment skills: Using LinkedIn to
teach online presentation of self.
Peer Reviews
2019 Blackboard Learning Management System. Course Reviewer. Online.
2018 G.I.F.T.S. Division. Central States Communication Association. Milwaukee, WI.
2017 G.I.F.T.S. Division. Central States Communication Association. Minneapolis, MN.
2016 G.I.F.T.S. Division. Central States Communication Association. Grand Rapids, MI.
2014 G.I.F.T.S. Division. Central States Communication Association. Madison, WI.
2013 G.I.F.T.S. Division. Central States Communication Association. Minneapolis, MN.
2010 G.I.F.T.S. Division. National Communication Association. San Francisco, CA.
Conference Presentations

Steidinger, K. (2023). Craigslist Communication Competition. G.I.F.T.S. Interest Group. Central States
Communication Association. St. Louis, MO.
Steidinger, K., Omachinski, K., Jabro, A., Seroka, L., Srinivasan, S. & Wilkum, K. (2022, April). Self-reflection
papers post-COVID. Instructional Resources Interest Group. Central States Communication
Association. Madison, WI.
Steidinger, K., Kundinger, K., Turner, L., Kimball, T., Will, T. & Severson, C. (2021). Mid-State faculty and co-
curricular assessment panel: Telling your assessment story. Wisconsin Technical College System
Assessment Conference. Virtual Conference.
Steidinger, K. (2018). Disentangle conflict quickly! Conflict resolution strategies for the 21st-century workplace.
Mid-State Technical College Administrative Professionals Conference. Wisconsin Rapids, WI.
Steidinger, K., Helens-Hart, R., Carlson, G., Myers, B., & Kelley, K. (2017). Beyond Blackboard: Creating the
new media classroom. “Top Panel in Instructional Resources.” Central States Communication
Association. Minneapolis, MN.
Steidinger, K. (Panel chair), Horan, V., Sokolowski, M., Zdroik, T., & Wendt, D. (2017). Faculty on the
frontlines: Educating veteran students in U.S. Community Colleges. Community College Interest Group.
Central States Communication Association. Minneapolis, MN.
Steidinger, K. (2017). In pursuit of the golden fly swatter: Creating effective speech outlines. G.I.F.T.S Interest
Group. Central States Communication Association. Minneapolis, MN.

Steidinger, K., Beckman, K., Handley-Miller, B., Howell, A., & Lemmerand, L. (2016). What the best online
teachers do. Community College Interest Group. Central States Communication Association. Grand
Rapids, MI.

Steidinger, K, Duck, S., Skiba-Jones, C., Sullivan-Morgan D., Parcha, J. & Weishar, J. (2016). Laying a
solid foundation: Developing your path to becoming a master teacher. Community College Interest Group.
Central States Communication Association. Grand Rapids, MI.

Steidinger, K. (2016). Are we losing our listening? An online experiential learning exercise. G.I.F.T.S. Interest
Group. Central States Communication Association. Grand Rapids, MI.
Kaiser, K., Beckman, K., Lemmerand, L., Sorrels, J., & Handley-Miller, B. (2014). From one to another: The
changes and transitions of a community college educator panel. Community College Interest Group.
Central States Communication Association. Minneapolis, MN.
Kaiser, K. (2014). Elevating experiences: Wisconsin dairy farm wives and gender acceptance. Women’s Cacus
Interest Group. Central States Communication Association. Minneapolis, MN.
Kaiser, K. (2013). Making connections: Wisconsin dairy farm wives and gender acceptance. Poster
Presentation. National Communication Association. Washington D.C.
Kaiser, K. (2013). Even “Dwight Schrute” suffers from PSA. G.I.F.T.S Interest Group. National Communication
Association Conference. Washington D.C.

Kaiser, K., Rathe, S. & Steele, J. (2013). “Order in the court”: Assessing student learning across curricula in
partnership with community experts and authentic settings. Wisconsin Technical College System
Assessment Conference. Pewaukee, WI.
Kaiser, K. (2012). Experiential learning, citizenship, and blogging in the classroom: MSTC’s Mock Trial Project.
Wisconsin Council of Teachers of English Conference. Madison, WI.

Kaiser, K. (2011). Visualizing communication apprehension. G.I.F.T.S Interest Group. Central States
Communication Association Conference. Milwaukee, WI.

Kaiser, K. (2009). Using Seinfeld to enhance storytelling speeches. G.I.F.T.S Interest Group. Central States
Communication Association Conference. St. Louis, MO.
Kaiser, K., Lindstrom, D., Wolff, A., Peterson, J. & Xu, J. (2009). Beyond basic: Challenges of addressing
culture in the basic communication classroom. Basic Course Interest Group. Central States
Communication Association Conference. St. Louis, MO.
Kaiser, K., Leick, D. & Lemerand, M. (2007). Intergenerational Communication Graduate Student Research
Panel. Wisconsin Communication Association Conference. Stevens Point, WI.
Educational Consulting

Steidinger, K. (2020). Conquering the content: A blueprint for online course design and development three-
week virtual book discussion. SUNY-Fredonia. Fredonia, NY.

Service to Profession
Service to Academic Organization
Speaker, “Generative A.I.: Threat, Menace, or Ally in Higher Education?” Virtual 2023
Professional Development Presentation, MSTC
Member, Academic Assessment Team, MSTC 2015 - Present
Member, College Institutional Research Board, MSTC 2017 - Present
Member, Syllabus Language Committee, MSTC 2020 - Present
Member, Work Policies/Procedures Committee, MSTC 2017 - 2018
Member, AQIP Strategy Forum Team, Higher Learning Commission, MSTC 2015 - 2017
Member, Strategic Planning Committee on Alternative Course Delivery, MSTC 2014 - 2016
Member, Strategic Planning Committee on New Student Recruitment Strategies, MSTC 2014 - 2015
Member, Diversity Committee, MSTC 2014 - 2016
Member, Online Learning Review Team, MSTC 2012 - 2015
Speaker, “Aspire to Create Rich Student Interaction”, MSTC, Faculty In-Service 2021
Speaker, “Got Pear Deck or Flippity?: Engaging Students in a Web Conference Course” 2020
Presentation for Faculty In-Service, MSTC
Speaker, “Protect your child’s privacy: Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe in the Digital 2017
Age” Presentation for Speaker Series, MSTC
Speaker, “Developing Professional Relationships: Life at the Watercooler” Presentation, 2017
Student Employee Training, UW-SP
Speaker, “No longer left alone in cyberspace: Creating an online learning community” 2017
Presentation for Faculty In-Service, MSTC
Speaker, “High impact practices in assessment” Presentation for Faculty In-Service, 2016
MSTC
Speaker, “21st Century learning strategies” Presentation for Adjunct Faculty, MSTC 2015
Speaker, “Transfer Learning Community” Presentation, WTCS Tour of Excellence, 2014
MSTC
Faculty Commencement Speaker, MSTC, Stevens Point Campus 2015, 2013
Membert Employee Satisfaction Survey Focus Group, MSTC 2012 - 2013
Seminar/Workshop Facilitator, “Don’t be a follower, be a L.E.A.D.er: Recognizing and 2009 - 2010
avoiding Groupthink,” for the L.E.A.D. Emerging Warriors’ Leadership Program, WSU
Seminar/Workshop Facilitator, “Speech anxiety: Proven methods that work,” for 2008 - 2009
Freshmen Orientation Week, WSU
Member, Interfaculty Organization, WSU 2007 - 2010
Speaker, “Working for a non-profit, bi-partisan organization & lobbying techniques” for 2007
Dr. Theresa Marchant-Shapiro, Political Parties and Pressure Groups Course, WSU

Service to Department
Evaluator, Prior Learning Assessment Portfolios, Employment Strategies, Workplace 2020 - Present
Communication, and GPS for Student Success Courses
Evaluator, Communication Studies Department Introduction to Public Speaking Test Out 2010
Committee, WSU
Member, Communication Studies Recruitment and PR Committee, WSU 2009 - 2011
Evaluator, Communication Studies Department Research Methods Proposals, WSU 2008 - 2010
Honor Awards Approval Committee, Augsburg College 2009
 Service to Community

State Leadership Positions

President, Region 8 Wisconsin Education Association Council 2015 – 2017

Board of Directors

• Interacted professionally with WEAC board members when discussing sensitive and confidential
information that required state-wide strategic decisions
• Coordinated organizing and regional programming efforts across 16 Wisconsin Technical College
locals
• Evaluated and supervised the performance of the Region Director and Associate Staff Assistant
• Constructed strategic membership retention and acquisition plans for the region

Chair, Fundraising Committee Wisconsin Farm Technology Days 2009 – 2011

Co-Chair, Hospitality Committee Marathon County

• Cultivated over $380,000 in cash and in-kind sponsorship donations to host Wisconsin’s largest three-day
outdoor farm show
• Constructed press releases, solicitation letters, and sponsorship tracking system
• Established and implemented sponsorship recognition packages
• Orchestrated promotional event for 500 attendees, solicited numerous in-kind donations, and supervised a
raffle to generate both additional income and publicity

Chair, State Convention Wisconsin FFA Alumni Association 2005 – 2007

Committee

• Coordinated volunteer committee to secure workshop presenters, set an agenda, and orchestrate
convention registration
• Solicited $32,000 in donations by coordinating raffles and auctions, both silent and live
• Performed on-site convention management tasks, booked live entertainment, and coordinated leadership
workshops for over 300 attendees

Additional Community Service

Member, Maple Grove Charter School Governance Board (Athens School District; K-5) 2022 - 2025
Chair, Grants Committee, Maple Grove Charter School Governance Board 2023 - 2024
Member, Board of Directors, WEAC Region 2 2020 - 2021
Member, NCA Community College Connections Task Force 2017 - 2019
President, WEAC Region 8 Board of Directors 2014 - 2015
Member, WEAC State Board of Directors 2014 - 2016
Member, WEAC State Board of Directors, Executive Director Performance Appraisal 2014 - 2016
Committee
Member, WEAC Region 8 Steering Committee 2013 - 2014
President, Mid-State Faculty Association 2013 - 2016
Co-President, Mid-State Faculty Association 2020 - Present
Vice-President, Mid-State Faculty Association 2012 - 2014
Treasurer, Mid-State Faculty Association 2016 - 2020
MFA Representative, WEAC’s Wisconsin Technical College System Committee 2012 - 2016
Member & Award Presenter, Central Wisconsin Uni-Serv Council Scholarship Committee 2012 - 2014
Chaperone, Colby FFA Association, Wisconsin State FFA Convention 2013
Alumni Speaker, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Communication Week 2015
Seminar/Workshop Facilitator, “Interviewing and public speaking techniques” for 2009 - 2012
Wisconsin Valley Fairest of the Fair, Wisconsin Valley Fair Association
Marathon County Farm Bureau Women’s, Young Farmer, and Agriculture in the 2004 - 2008
Classroom Committee Member
Program Facilitator, UW-Stevens Point Gear Up for Leadership Program, UW-SP 2005 - 2007
Chaperone, Concession Stand, and Edgar High School FFA Canada Fishing Trip 2006
Director, Marathon County Farm Bureau Board 2004 - 2005
Women’s Chair, Marathon County Farm Bureau Board 2004 - 2005
Vendor Committee Co-Chair and Promotion Committee Member for the “Cows on the 2004 - 2005
Concourse” Event
Member, Wisconsin AgrAbility Advisory Committee 2003 - 2004

Professional Awards

American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmer “Sweet Sixteen” Discussion Meet 2007
Finalist
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Excellence in Agriculture State Finalist 2007
Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmer State Discussion Meet Winner 2006
Wisconsin Farm Bureau “Final Four” State Discussion Meet Finalist 2004, 2005
Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade, & Consumer Protection Agency Alice in 2004, 2003
Dairyland Finalist

Professional Affiliations

• National Communication Association & Central States Communication Association

• National Education Association, Wisconsin Education Association Council, and Mid-State Technical
College Faculty Association
• Society for the Teaching of Psychology