Calvin M. Walker Ph.D.
Lake Park, GA 31636
E-Mail: cawalker@valdosta.edu
Homepage: www.valdosta.edu/~cawalker
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CURRENT POSITION
Associate Professor
College of Arts and Sciences
Office of Academic Student Instructional Support
1500 North Patterson Street
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA 31698
(229)245-4378
EDUCATION
Ph. D. Georgia State University June 1995 Educational Leadership-
Atlanta, GA Higher Education
M.PA. Valdosta State College June 1990 Public Administration
Valdosta. GA
MS. Ed. University of Tennessee August 1981 Reading Secondary Education
Martin, Tennessee
BS University of Tennessee June 1979 History Liberal Arts
Martin, Tennessee Minor Political Science
PROFESSIONAL EXPERICENCE
1996-Present Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia, Associate Professor
1989-1996 Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia, Assistant Professor
1985-1989 Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia, Instructor
1981-1985 Dalton Junior College, Dalton, Georgia, Instructor
1979-1981 University of Tennessee, Martin Tennessee, Teaching Assistant
TEACHING ASSIGNMENTS
Freshman Seminar I (VSU 1101)
Open only to first-year and first-semester transfer students. This course is an introduction to lifelong learning with emphasis on college study skill strategies. Topics include learning styles,
time management, learning and memory skills, learning from texts and lectures, note-taking, objective and essay examinations, and critical thinking skills.
Developmental Reading (READ 0099)
This course is basic reading skills for students who have not demonstrated a level of reading ability sufficient for college work.
Regents’ Test Preparation-Reading (RGTR 0196)
Reading comprehension and vocabulary designed primarily for students who have not completed the Regent’ Test requirement by the prescribed time.
AFAM 3000 Introduction to African American Studies
An introduction to key concepts, thematic concerns, and the theoretical and philosophical
bases for African American Studies. To include perspectives and strategies for the analysis
and understanding of the impact of African Americans on the socio-economic, cultural,
political, and religious developments of America
AFAM 3600 Special Topics in African American Studies
An in-depth study of selected special topics in African American Studies. May be repeated
for credit, but only six hours may be counted toward the AFAM minor.
AFAM 4700 African American Studies Seminar
Prerequisite: AFAM 3000 and at least two AFAM 3000 level course electives. An interdisciplinary
seminar on selected topics, providing a capstone experience.
PERS 2690 Multicultural America
An examination of issues raised by living in a multicultural society. Through discussions of
films and readings, students will consider how different cultures have shaped the United
States in the past and where such shapings might lead in the future.
PERS 2730 Internet Technology
An introduction to networking concepts, the Internet, and the World Wide Web with regional
and global applications. Students will work with FTP, telnet, email, Usenet, listservs,
and Internet-based electronic bulletin boards, search strategies, and web page construction.
PRESENTATIONS
“FYE at VSU.” Round Table discussion with FYE English, History, Political Science & VSU 1101 Professors presented at 2004 Interdisciplinary Conference, Valdosta, Georgia, February 2004.
“The Freshman Year Experience Workbook: Seminar I.” Presentation & Round Table discussion at the Annual Conference on the First Year Experience, Atlanta, Georgia, February 2003.
PUBLICATIONS
Customized VSU1101 Textbook
Keys to Success 2005-2006 Edition
Keys to Success 2004-2005 Edition
SERVICE
COMMUNITY
United Way Day of Caring 2002-2004
Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity 2002-2005
Community Partners in Education 1991 - present
Tutoring (Local Elementary Schools) 1992-1995
Board of Directors for Valdosta Literacy Association 1992-1994
Save Our Males Chairperson 1991-1993
Help to provide SCOPE scholarship for neighborhood students 1990-present
Conducts two annual SAT workshops (Fall & Spring) 1989-1992
Aphaeresis monthly with American Red Cross 1989-present
Habitat for Humanity Volunteer 1989-present
Advisor for Southside Library 1989-1994
SERVICE
OASIS DEPARTMENT
Freshman Year Experience Program Committee 1999-present
Coordinator of Supplemental Instruction Leader 1999-2002
Advisor for Undecided Freshman 1999-present
Habitat for Humanity 1999-present
Adopt a Highway 1999-present
Relay for Life 1999-present
Animal Shelter 1999-present
Haven
SERVICE
College
Arts and Sciences
Faculty Senator 2001-2004
Chairmen Minority Affairs Committee 2003-2004
Faculty Senate
Academic Committee 1993-1996
SERVICE
VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY
Advisor for HEROES Institute 2004-present
Chairman of The Claydon H. Barron Scholarship 2002-present
African American Studies Department
Advisor for NAACP 2002-present
Advisor for Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity 2001-present
Advisor for Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 1985-present
Valdosta State University Parents Weekend 2006-present
Freshmen Move-In Day 2007-present
Keynote
Speaker
Multicultural Sankofa Graduation 2004
Ancestors’ Day Celebration – Jackson, TN 2000
Black Awareness Program - New Hope Baptist Church Valdosta 1996
Black Awareness Program - Georgia Southern University, Statesboro 1996
Community Awards Banquet - Omega Psi Phi Valdosta 1995
Founders’ Day Program - Omega Psi Phi Moultrie 1995
Black History Program - Valdosta Correctional Institute - 1994
Fathers' Day Program - Mt. Caramel Baptist Church 1993
Unity Day Program - New Hope Baptist Church 1993
Membership in Professional Organizations
National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) 2005-present
Honors:
VSU Caught You Caring Award 2007
Man of the Year - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 2006
Multicultural Sankofa Award Valdosta State University 2005
Received the Key to the City of Jackson, Tennessee 2000
Selected as Chaplain State of Georgia Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 1997-98
Alumni Hall of Fame - University of Tennessee at Martin 1997
Man of the Year - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 1997
Superior Service Award - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 1995
Superior Service Award - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity 1993
Outstanding Young Men of America 1988 and 1989
NAACP Outstanding Citizen Award 1985