PAUL MORGAN
(773) 574-0220 (c) |
pamorgan1@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund– Chicago, IL
Director of Programs
July 2013 – Present
 Direct and administer multiple simultaneous programs aimed at high school persistence, college readiness and character
development.
 Manage a team of 10 seasonal part-time employees and interns.
 Design and implement academic and leadership programming- Arthur J. Schmitt Leadership Institute and scholar
professional development curriculum
 Cultivate and oversee programs like, summer bridge to excellence program, financial literacy, mentoring, residential
summer caddie program, summer opportunities and international travel, alumni college persistence and internships, and
five affinity groups serving over 350 scholars.
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, M.A. Forensic Psychology Program – Chicago, IL
Senior Applied Research Instructor
October 2009 – September 2014
 Mentor three instructors on student concerns, project complications, and policy supervision.
 Curriculum & Design: redevelop all academic content and institutional learning objectives for the Applied Research Project
courses (traditional thesis).
 Hire, interview, and on-board new instructors with training on institutional and departmental processes and procedures.
 Instruct six graduate level forensic psychology research courses.
 Instruct Psychology of the Lifespan, graduate course.
Applied Research Instructor
 Instruct graduate level courses in an online platform on professional research writing and provide strong written and verbal
interpersonal communication skills.
 Guide and support student’s academic progress and conduct a final evaluation on their thesis defense.
 Multi-task and work in a fast-paced competitive environment, complete independent problem resolution, and collaborate
in team ventures.
University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, IL
Undergraduate Instructor
January 2008 – May 2009
Human Sexuality Hybrid Course (CHLH 206) and Gender & Women Studies-Women’s Health (GWS 409)
 Led class lectures and discussions twice a week for each course (taught four courses).
 Managed and distributed student grade reports.
 Designed, organized and implemented all instructional procedures, exams and course material.
Director of the Multicultural Health Center, Family and Graduate Housing
 Facilitated scheduling and trainings of professional staff from local Clinics and Hospitals on HIPAA- Accountability Act,
Medical Administrative Procedures, Referral Guidelines, and Hospitality.
 Managed University Funds for medical and office supplies, promotional events and health education programs.
Graduate Counselor, Office of Minority Student Affairs
 Counseled students on academic, financial, and personal matters.
 Led career development programs and performed weekly web-based data reporting of pertinent student caseload
information.
 Publicized and conducted educational programs, including: leadership building, internship opportunities, professional
development, tutoring, and time-management training.
MILITARY SERVICE
United States Marine Corps Reserve, Infantry and Artillery 0311, 0811 – Joliet, IL
 Choreographed tactical missions for fire team of four Marines.
 Trained fire team to exceptional physical fitness standards.
 Performed proficiently with all single and crew-served weapon systems.
 Mastered and led close order combat drills.
2002-2008
Operation Iraqi Freedom, Infantry – Fallujah, Iraq
2005-2006
 Led Mounted Combat Patrols of five vehicles and 20 Marines.
 Instructed classes on Islamic culture and language.
 Choreographed attacks for Marine Quick Reaction Force and executed search and seizure for high profile targets.
 Directed confidential operations at tactical checkpoints and cities of strategic interest.
EDUCATION
M.S. Counseling, University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, IL
2009
B.S. Community Health, University of Illinois – Urbana-Champaign, IL
Concentrations: Health Education & Rehabilitation and Disability Studies
2007
Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund Alumnus 2002
Chicago Scholars-College Bound Scholarship Alumnus 2006
PRESENTATIONS
DMSF Annual Golf Classic, Keynote
Chicago Scholars Congratulatory Ceremony, Keynote
Chicago Youth Centers Award Ceremony, Keynote
The Applied Research Project- Poster Presentation for W.A.S.C. accreditation evaluation
Armour Elementary School Graduation, Keynote
Higher Education for First Generation Students – Urbana High School, OMSA
The Importance of Higher Education – La Casa Outreach Program, OMSA
2015
2012
2010
2010
2009
2009
2008
HONORS & AWARDS
Nimby Award for Instructor Excellence – The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Adult Achievement Award – Chicago Youth Centers, Foundations
Hoyman Professional Education Award – College of Applied Health Sciences
Outstanding Educator Award – Network of Hispanic Administrators in Education
Magna Cum Laude – National Scholars Honor Society
2011
2010
2009
2009
2008
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
University of Chicago – Collegiate Scholars Admissions Committee
Daniel Murphy Scholarship Fund – Alumni Committee
Chicago Youth Centers – Co-Chair, Fellowship House Advisory Board
2013 – Present
2011 – Present
2009 – Present