Dr. Roger Russell Wilke
Abbreviated Vita
EDUCATION
Ph.D. (2000). The University of Texas at Austin.
M.S. (1995). Angelo State University, San Angelo. Texas
B.S. Biology. (1992). Angelo State University. San Angelo, Texas
CURRENT POSITIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Faculty Senate President 2010-2011 Academic Year.
Associate Professor of Biology (Tenured); Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX. 2000-present.
Chairman Health Professions Advisory Committee Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX. 2007-present.
Faculty Director Joint Admissions Medical Program Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX. 2002-present.
Human Anatomy Coordinator 20 Lab sections/year. 2000-present.
PAST POSITIONS
Lecturer in Biology. Dept. of Biology Angelo State University. 1999-2000.
Teaching Assistant. Biological Sciences The University of Texas at Austin. 1997-1999.
Research Assistant. Center for Teaching Excellence The University of Texas at Austin. 1997-2000.
Supplemental Instruction Leader. The Learning Skills Center The University of Texas at Austin. 1997-1999.
Instructor in Biology Angelo State University. 1995-1997.
Teaching Assistant. Dept. of Biology Angelo State University. 1993-1995.
Graduate Assistant. Dept. of Biology Angelo State University. 1992-1993.
COURSES TAUGHT
Biology 6304 Advanced Instructional Methods in Science Education
Biology 6181 Seminar in Science Education
Biology 4181 Biology Seminar
Biology 3101 Genetics Laboratory
Biology 2424 Human Physiology
Biology 2423 Human Anatomy (Primary Charge)
Biology 1480 Principles of Biology
Biology 1410 Human Biology
PUBLICATIONS 25 publications in various peer-reviewed journals on college science education.
Sample = Wilke, R. R. & Straits, W. J. (2005). Practical advice for teaching inquiry-based science process skills in the
biological sciences. The American Biology Teacher, 67(9), 534-540.
PRESENTATIONS 66 presentations given at the local, state, and national levels on college science education and avian ecology.
Sample = Wilke, R. R. and Adkins, C.L. (2009). Predictors of Success in a human anatomy course for non-majors (2009).
Texas Academy of Science. Paper presented at the Texas Academy of Science Meeting, Texas Tech University - Junction,
TX.
GRANTS/FUNDING 7 local and state grants totaling more than $120,000 in science curriculum development at the college level.
Sample = Wilke, R. R. & Griffin, M.T. (2002). Faculty Development and Enrichment Grant. The Incorporation of Active
Learning into Human Anatomy Labs Using a Combined Regional-Systemic Approach ($10686).
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UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH 16 student research projects directed (undergraduate and
graduate) on various topics in biology and science education.
Sample = Ms. Shelly R. Novotny (graduated May, 2004). Nesting site preference of the cave swallow, Petrochelidon fulva,
in west-central Texas. Successful Master s thesis defense. Angelo State University Department of Biology
LEADERSHIP/SERVICE 29 committees (chairing 3) at the local (community and university), state, and national levels on various
topics.
Sample = Chairman Health Professions Advisory Committee Angelo State University, San Angelo, TX. 2007-present
HONORS/AWARDS/ACHIEVEMENTS 4 college teaching awards, 2 Graduate Fellowships.
Sample = Chancellor s Award for Excellence in Teaching at Angelo State University (2008-2009) awarded by the Texas
Tech University System.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS 5 Professional Affiliations
Sample = Human Anatomy and Physiology Society
PROFESSIONAL MEETINGS 55 meetings attended at the local, state, and national level in science education, biology, and avian
ecology
PROFESSIONAL CONTACT INFORMATION
R. Russell Wilke; Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Biology
Chair, Health Professions Advisory Committee
Joint Admissions Medical Program Faculty Co Director
Angelo State University
Member, Texas Tech University System
ASU Station # 10890
San Angelo, TX 76909
Phone: 325-***-**** Fax: 325-***-****
abpqeq@r.postjobfree.com
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