Aric Gregg, M.S. 303 Bowman Hall, University of Wisconsin-Stout 715-232-4098 | greggar@uwstout.edu EDUCATION Master of Science, Applied Psychology (Concentrations: Program Evaluation; Health Promotion and Disease Prevention); University of Wisconsin-Stout, 2014 Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (Minor: Family Studies); University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire; Cum Laude, 2011 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Associate Institutional Planner, UW-Stout - Applied Research Center January 2014 – present Lead evaluator for 5 of 16 Wisconsin technical colleges for TAACCCT3 – INTERFACE Works closely with TAACCCT3 – INTERFACE colleges to define and develop logic models, evaluation research questions, and evaluation plans. Attends stakeholder meetings at technical colleges across the state of Wisconsin. Conducts regular site visits to Wisconsin technical colleges to meet with TAACCCT3 - INTERFACE project team, interview students, and conduct on-site observations. Develops custom survey instruments based on project goals. Interprets and presents data in customized, technical reports for TAACCCT3 – INTERFACE Utilizes SPSS for analysis of descriptive and inferential statistics. Utilizes NVivo for content and thematic analysis of qualitative data. Graduate Assistant, Planning, Assessment, Research & Quality, UW-Stout September 2012 – December 2014 Conducted extensive qualitative analysis for university research projects such as the 2012 & 2013 Engagement Sessions, 2012 Access to Learning, and 2013 Huron Report. Assisted graduate students with survey critiques and data analysis for their thesis research. Assisted with report writing including creation of charts/graphs for the 2012 & 2013 Alumni Follow-Up. Ensured timely and accurate completion of project tasks such as data entry, policy checks & evaluations. Utilized Qualtrics Online Survey Tool for development and administration of various campus surveys. Wrote training manuals for capacity building within the office. Grant Writing Assistant, Menomonie School District August 2013 – December 2013 Collaboratively developed a project plan for completing a $750,000 physical education grant proposal. Conducted data analysis using BMI to determine the level of student health in the Menomonie School District. Met time sensitive deadlines with high quality work and professionalism. External Evaluator, Menomonie School District January 2013 – May 2013 Collaborated with classmates to complete an evaluation to assess district awareness of their wellness policy. Developed logic models and evaluation plan with stakeholders and colleagues. Conducted literature review, identified project scope and completed an analysis of the evaluation lifecycle. Created and distributed survey to school district employees via Qualtrics survey tool. Effectively presented research findings to school’s wellness committee. Research Analyst, Menomonie School District January – May 2013 Worked collaboratively to complete a literature review and needs assessment of childhood obesity in 5 elementary schools to guide future obesity interventions. Utilized the literature review to develop a survey for teachers, parents & children. Administered the survey to parents, teachers, and students via Qualtrics survey tool. Analyzed needs assessment data using SPSS to develop a project summary of results. RELATED COURSEWORK Research and Design Analysis I & II Foundations of Evaluation Research Applications of Evaluation Research Grantsmanship for Non-Profits Psychometrics Applied Social Psychology Practicum in Applied Psychology Psychological Foundations of Health Problems Psychological Applications of Health Promotion SKILLS & ABILITIES Critical Thinking Understand the importance of actively and logically conceptualizing, identifying, applying, analyzing and evaluating information to provide alternative solutions or approaches to challenges or problems. Adaptability Possess the ability to effectively work both independently and on a team. Willing to accept and utilize constructive feedback and learn new skills or techniques to efficiently complete a job. Also extremely open and excited to being assigned a wide range of job duties. Data Decision Driven Making Utilizing data and information to make educated, accurate, and effective decisions. SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio SPSS, Quantitative analysis software Qualtrics Online Survey NVivo, Qualitative analysis software HONORS AND ACTIVITIES Independent research on Email Behaviors with Dr. Alicia Stachowski Member, UW-Stout Ethics Advisory Board Member, American Evaluation Association Member, UW-Stout Wellness Committee January 2013 – May 2014 September 2013 – present July 2014 – present April 2015 – present PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Beginning Developmental Evaluation (AEA) Intermediate Developmental Evaluation (AEA) Practical Regression Analysis for Evaluation (AEA) American Evaluation Association Conference, Denver, CO April 2014 May 2014 July 2014 October 2014