Education
Ph.D. Computing Technology, Nova Southeastern University • 1996
M.S. Media Technology, Specialization in Training and Human Resource Development, University of Wisconsin-Stout • 1987
B.S. Business Administration, University of Wisconsin-Stout • 1975
A.A. Marketing, District One Technical Institute • 1970
Academic Experience
Department Chair University of Wisconsin-Stout, Communication, Education & Training Department • 1998-Present
Responsible for managing an academic department with approximately 30 faculty and staff members. Department offers courses for five undergraduate and three graduate degree programs. Duties include staffing, curriculum development, scheduling on and off campus courses, budget preparation, purchasing, staff development and performance evaluation. The department was selected to receive a High Performance Award for achieving university selected goals and was recognized as being the performance leader of those departments chosen. Act as main campus contact for Cisco Academy.
Program Director University of Wisconsin-Stout, College of Technology Engineering and Management • 2003-Present
Responsible for managing the Telecommunications Systems undergraduate program.
Associate Professor (Present Rank) University of Wisconsin-Stout, Communication, Education & Training Department • 1989-Present
Teach courses in the areas of communication and information technology, vocational education, distance education and training and development. Revised existing curriculum and developed new courses. Normally teach one course a year off-campus and have taught using interactive television.
Administrative Program Manager/Chair, Senate of Academic Staff University of Wisconsin-Stout • 1991-95 1996-97
Lead activities of the Senate of Academic Staff representing 300 staff members. Managed senate office operations and budget. Administered academic staff personnel policies. Planned and conducted senate meetings. Presented and defended new or changed policy proposals to UW-Stout administration. Served as academic staff liaison during UW-System wide policy discussions. Met with UW System Regents and legislators as an advocate of university issues. Facilitated implementation of new initiatives.
Assistant Researcher University of Wisconsin-Stout, Center for Vocational, Technical and Adult Education • 1989-91
Coordinated and developed workshops and conferences. Developed presentation materials. Published newsletters. Conducted research. Analyzed data.
Program Developer/Manager University of Wisconsin-Stout, Industrial & Marketing Education Department • 1987-88
Managed project and coordinated activities. Designed, scripted, produced and evaluated the self-directed course, Methods of Teaching Vocational Education, employing interactive video lessons, computer assisted instruction lessons, and video lessons.
Assistant Media Lab Supervisor University of Wisconsin-Stout, Media Technology Department • 1986-87
Supervised, scheduled, and trained lab assistants in the operation of a media self-instruction lab. Trained students and faculty in the use of audiovisual equipment and microcomputers.
Business Experience Sales Representative Car City Honda, Chippewa Falls , WI •1985-86
Sold new and used automobiles. Responsible for finance and lease contracts. In addition to being a leader in traditional sales methods, the dealership was an innovator in telemarketing automobiles.
Sales Manager Anson Brothers Equipment, Inc., Baldwin, WI • 1983-85
Developed marketing strategy for new dealership. Other responsibilities similar to Menomonie Equipment, Inc.
Designated Account Representative Allis Chalmers Corp. /O&R Equipment, Inc., Menomonie, WI •1982-83
Coordinated regional advertising and marketing events. Other responsibilities similar to Menomonie Equipment, Inc.
Sales Representative/Marketing Manager Menomonie Equipment, Inc., Menomonie , WI • 1975-82
Applied direct, retail, telemarketing, and direct mail sales techniques to sell agricultural, grounds care, and recreational equipment. Developed and managed advertising programs and promotional events. Appraised value of used equipment. Initiated leases and retail finance contracts. Projected sales forecasts and maintained inventory control. Supervised and trained employees. Managed consumer products division
Parts and Service Technician Menomonie Equipment Inc., Menomonie , WI • 1968-75
Sold and merchandised repair parts. Scheduled customer service work. Supervised repairs and deliveries. Managed manual and computerized inventory systems. Trained new employees.
Additional Projects/ Consulting
Director Center for Performance Improvement, University of Wisconsin-Stout • 2000- present
Direct the activities of the Center for Performance Improvement.
Instruction Design Consultant Quad Technology International • 2000
Provided leadership to international printing technology firm in the design and development of computer-based training.
Instructor Technical Instructor Institute, University of Wisconsin-Stout • 1998-1999
Taught media related sessions for trainers from throughout the United States.
Project Director Integrated and Applied Curricula Project, University of Wisconsin-Stout • 1995-97
Managed the development, implementation and operation of web site, database and listserv to provide School-to-Work resources to educators. Hired, trained and supervised HTML and database developers.
Facilitator University of Wisconsin-Stout • 1996, 1997
Planned and conducted a three day distance learning workshop for faculty members who were scheduled to teach distance education (interactive television) courses for the off campus Industrial Technology program
Educational Consultant Cooperative Education Service Area 11 • 1996
Provided technical expertise and facilitated the integration of School-to Work principles with computer technologies.
Volunteer Teacher North Elementary School • 1996
Developed and taught a six-session introduction to microprocessors to fourth graders for an enhanced math section.
Research Media Specialist Wisconsin Milk Marketing Board • 1992
Planned, produced, and edited video documentation of the project entitled, Problems Children Have Opening Gable Top Milk Cartons.
Facilitator Turkish Fellowship Project, University of Wisconsin-Stout. • 1990-1991
Taught and facilitated instructional module development for educators from Turkey as part of externally funded project.
Instructional Design Consultant Amoco Foam Products Company, Chippewa Falls, WI • 1988-89
Developed computer-based training program for the use of computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) systems.
Performed needs assessment and task analysis to determine instructional content. Managed project.
Executive Director Red Cedar Speedway, Menomonie , WI • 1979-83
Developed and maintained media contacts. Created and implemented local speedway marketing plan. Developed advertising strategy. Administered promotional budget. Obtained corporate sponsorship for events. Wrote press releases for local and national media. Created multi-track event sanctioning plan that was instrumental in creating an interstate promoters association.
Leadership Experience
University of Wisconsin-Stout Activities Senator, UW-Stout Faculty Senate 2001-Present
Member, All-University Strategic Planning Committee • 1991-99 2002-Present
Member, UW-Stout Classroom Scheduling Software Committee
Member, UW-Stout Web Committee
Member, Indiana State University Graduate Faculty • 2000-Present
Alternate, General Education Committee • 2000-Present
Member, General Education Technology Assessment Committee • 1998-Present
Member, Program Committee, Applied Communications • 1997-Present
Member, Graduate Faculty • 1996-Present
Member, Steering Laptop Committee • 2000-2002
Member, Student Laptop Computer Purchasing Committee • 1999-2000
Member, CTEM Visioning Process Committee • 1999-2000
Alternate, Curriculum and Instruction Committee • 1992-2000
Member, Provost's Workload Committee • 1998-99
Chair, North Central Accreditation Focused Evaluation – Morale and Governance Evaluation Committee • 1997
Member, Student Access Fee Committee • 1997
Member, North Central Accreditation Focused Evaluation - Steering Committee • 1996-97
Member, Chancellor's Advisory Council • 1996-97
Member, North Central Accreditation Focused Evaluation - Professional Development Committee • 1996-97
Convenor, UW-Stout Professional Development Day • 1997
Member, Chief Information Officer Search and Screen Committee • 1997
Member, Communication Audit Consultant Review Committee • 1997
Member, Differential Tuition Revenue Committee • 1996-1997
Member, Learning and Information Technologies Consultant Review Committee • 1996-1997
Member, Chancellor's Advisory Council • 1991-1996
Member, North Central Accreditation Steering Committee • 1994-1996
Liaison, North Central Accreditation Self Study Group on Information and Technology Transfer • 1994-1996
Member, Provost Advisory Committee on Academic Restructuring • 1995
Member, Retirement Recognition Committee • 1995-1996
Member, Community/University Relations Committee • 1991-95
Member, Provost's Student Course Evaluation Committee • 1994-95
Member, Administrative Systems Technology Project Team • 1994-95
Member, Financial Aids Appeals Committee • 1994-95
Member, Student Computer Lease/Purchase Program Committee • 1995
Coordinator, Desktop Publishing Event-Stout Skills Olympics • 1990-96
Leader, New Student Academic Workshop • 1994, 1995, 1996
Member, UW-Stout Total Quality Leadership Council • 1992-95
Team Member, UW-Stout Total Quality Management Team for Computer Maintenance • 1995
Member, Personnel Policies Task Force • 1991-92
Member, UW-Extension Local Campus Visioning Committee • 1991-92
Mentor, Campus Link Program • 1991-92
Team Member, UW-Stout Total Quality Management Team for Computer Acquisition • 1992-93
Member, The Academic and Research Computing Advisory Committee • 1990-92
Senator, The Senate of Academic Staff • 1990-91
Member, Academic Staff Positive Action Committee • 1990-91
University of Wisconsin System Administration Activities
Representative, UW System Academic Staff Representatives • 1991-95, 1996-97
Member, Search and Screen Committee for Senior Vice President for UW System Administrative Affairs • 1994
Member, Search and Screen Committee for Senior Vice President for UW System Academic Affairs • 1994
Convener, UW System Academic Staff Representatives • 1993-94
Community Involvement
Board Member, School District of the Menomonie Area • 2001- Present
Serve on various committees
Board Member, Chippewa Valley Technical College Alumni Board • 1993-2001
Board Member, Chippewa Valley Technical College Alumni Board • 1993-2001
Member, Menomonie Chamber of Commerce Education Committee • 1993-2001
President, Chippewa Valley Technical College Alumni Board • 1996-1998
Member, Farm Progress Days, Field Demonstration Committee • 1997- 1998
Board Member, Chippewa Valley Technical College Foundation Board • 1996-1998
Chair, Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce Student/Educator Recognition Banquet • 1996-1999
Board Member, Stout Foundation Board • 1991-95, 1996-97
Board Member, Stout Alumni Board • 1991-95, 1996-97
Facilitator, Targets Task Team, School District of the Menomonie Area • 1995-96
Board Member, Twin Cities All-American Soap Box Derby Board • 1995
Member, Stout Foundation Real Estate Committee • 1992-95
Member, Stout Alumni Association 20th Class Reunion Committee • 1994-95
Facilitator, UW-Stout Focus Group for Total Quality Leadership Council • 1994
Leader, TQM Team for Computer Competencies for UW-Stout Students • 1993-94
Co-Chair, Menomonie Chamber of Commerce Business World Committee • 1993-94
Team Member, Quality Improvement Process Team, Southern Minnesota American Society for Training and Development • 1993
Member, Stout Foundation Scholarship Committee • 1991-93
Vice President, Epsilon Pi Tau - Red Cedar Chapter • 1991-92
Publications
Schlough, S. R. (2004, August 26). Telecommunication Systems (TCS) Program Assessment: A Survey of TCS Alumni on the Curriculum
Schlough, S. R., Dittmann, W. (2004). Factors Influencing Distance Education Students Satisfaction Other Than Curriculum Quality, Proceedings of the 2004 Distance Learning Administration Conference. University of Wisconsin System
Schlough, S. R. (2002). Distance Delivery: Courses, Programs or Both, Proceedings of the 18th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning.University of Wisconsin System
Schlough, S. R. (2001). Implementing a Digital Campus, Proceedings of the World Conference on Educational Telecommunications. Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education
Schlough, S. R. (1999). Trends in Delivery Systems in Training, Proceedings of the World Conference on Educational Telecommunications. Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education
Schlough, S. R. (1997). The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Needed in a Computer Supported Cooperative Work Environment, Proceedings of the World Conference on Educational Telecommunications. Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education
Schlough, S. R. (1996). An Analysis of the Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Needed in a Computer Supported Cooperative Work Environment. (Doctoral Dissertation, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale , FL) UMI 9708471
Schlough, S. R., Boger, C., Franklin, T., Furst-Bowe, J., & Polansky, J. (1996). An Analysis of Required Computer Competencies for University Students, Journal of Research on Computing, Vol. 28 Number 2 pp. 175-189
Schlough, S. R., Boger, C., Franklin, T., Furst-Bowe, J., & Polansky, J. (1994, August). Computer Competencies for UW-Stout Students. Menomonie: UW-Stout, Provost’s Office. (ERIC Document Reproduction Service No. ED 375 696
Schlough, S. R. (1992, January). A Study of the Productivity of Face-to-Face Meetings at the University of Wisconsin-Stout: A Beta Test, Unpublished
Schlough, S.R. (1992, January). Collaborative Computing, Unpublished
Schlough, S. R. (1992, January). Identifying and Predicting Organizational Change, Management Memo, Vol. 26 pp. 2-4.
Schlough, S. R. (1991, May). A Study of the Attitudes of Returning Students Age 26-35 at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Toward Orientation for Returning Students, Unpublished
Schlough, S. R. (1990, January). Just-In-Time Training: Keeping Pace with Change, Spectrum-ASTD Minnesota, p. 11.
Schlough, S. R. (1988, Spring). Videodisc Players on Dealers Team, Dealer Point, pp. 3,4,15.
Schlough, S. R. (1988, Winter). Using Technology to Sell Technology, Dealer Point, pp. 12-13.
Schlough, S. R. (1987). The Use of Electronic Media by Wisconsin Automobile Dealers, Unpublished research paper prepared in conjunction with the Wisconsin Automobile and Truck Dealers Association.
Presentations
Tucson
Distance Delivery: Courses, Programs or Both, 18th Annual Conference on Distance Teaching & Learning. Madison • 8/02
Implementing a Digital Campus, World Conference on Educational Media – Tampere , Finland • 6/01
Moving to the Electronic Enterprise, Chippewa Valley Technical College, AIMS Seminar • 10/00
Trends in Delivery Systems in Training, World Conference on Educational Media – Seattle Washing ton • 6/99
Information Technology: Organizational Issues for the 21st Century, Economic Development Administration, Chicago
Regional Office 1999 Annual Conference, Implementing Economic Development: A Sustainable Approach • 4/99
Enhancing Technical Presentations in Technology Education, 45th Annual Technology Education Conference • 10/98
The Development and Evaluation of the Internet Delivery of the Course Task Analysis, Society for Information Technology in Teacher Education Conference – Washington , DC • 4/98
Enhancing Technical Presentations in Technology Education, 44th Annual Technology Education Conference • 10/97
The Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Needed in a Computer Supported Cooperative Work Environment, World Conference on Educational Telecommunications – Calgary , Alberta • 6/97
Electronic Resources for Integrated & Applied Curricula and School to Work Transition, Wisconsin Association for Leadership in Education and Work - Leadership Development Conference • 3/97
Integrated & Applied Curricula Internet Resources, Integrated & Applied Curricula Conference • 6/96
Introductory and Closing Remarks, Chippewa Valley Technical College Graduation • 5/96
Introductory and Closing Remarks, Chippewa Valley Technical College Graduation • 5/95
Computer Competencies for UW-Stout Students, University of Wisconsin System Team Day '94 Poster Session • 11/94
Applications in Artificial Intelligence, Technology Awareness Day, Eau Claire , WI • 4/93
Improving Meeting Effectiveness, University of Wisconsin System Academic Staff Leadership Conference • 7/92
Workshop Planning Techniques, Wisconsin DPI Gender Equity Cadre • 3/91
Development of an Interactive Video Program, Mid America Conference for Vocational Technical Education • 7/88
Interactive Video Applications for Vocational-Technical Education Programs, Wisconsin Vocational Association Convention • 4/88
Teaching Methods of Vocational Education with Interactive Video, Wisconsin Certification Committee for Vocational Education • 11/87
Reviewed Virtual Schools and K-12 Learning Planning for Success Berge/Clarke
Proposals Funded
Schlough, S. R. & Hendricks. R. (2000). Exploring Technology Articulation Project, State of Wisconsin, Department of Public Instruction
Schlough, S. R. & Dittmann, W. (1999). Utilize WebCT for the Delivery of Principles of Vocational, Technical and Adult Education, Nakatani Center for Learning Technologies
Schlough, S. R., Furst-Bowe, J., & Benkowski, J. (1998). Analysis of Trends in Delivery Systems for Training, The Stout University Foundation, Inc
Schlough, S. R. (1998). Virtual Classroom Initiative, Nakatani Center for Learning Technologies
Schlough, S. R. (1997). Information Technology and Teacher Education, UW-Stout Professional Development Fund
Schlough, S. R. (1997), An Analysis of the Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Needed in a Computer Supported Cooperative Work Environment, UW-Stout, College of Technology, Engineering, and Management Professional Development Fund
Schlough, S. R (1997). Conversion of the Task Analysis to a Computer Based Delivery System, UW-Stout Distance Education Fund
Schlough, S. R. & Keown-Bowmar, J. (1996). School-To-Work Internet Resources, Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Schlough, S. R. & Holland, J. (1995). Tuition Funding Sources: An Interactive Multimedia Student Resource, The Stout University Foundation, Inc.
Professional Development & Continuing Education
Emerging Technologies Conference - MIT Cambridge MA. • 2004
Recruiting Women
Emerging Technologies Conference- MIT Cambridge MA. • 2003
Wisconsin School Board Convention • 2003
Leadership Issues in Educational Technology Seminars – CESA 10 & 12 • 2002
Chairing the Academic Department – ACE Washington D.C. • 2002
Distance Education Summit - UW-LaCrosse • 2002
National School Board Convention • 2002
Wisconsin School Board Convention • 2002
Ph.D. in Technology Management Faculty Development Conference. Indiana State University • 2001
Promoting Innovation: The Dynamics of Technology and Organizations. Massachusetts Institute of Technology • 2001
UW System Conference on Recruitment & Retention of Faculty of Color • 2001
Wisconsin Economic Summit II • 2001
Wisconsin Economic Summit • 2000
UW System Department Chairs Workshop • 2000
UW System Marketing Research Workshop • 2000
Cisco: Workforce of the Future Conference • 1999
People Process Culture Training • 1999
UW System Instructional Academic Staff Forum • 1999
UW System Department Chairs Workshop • 1998
People Process Culture Training • 1998
UW System Academic Staff Leadership Conference • 1997
University of Wisconsin System Faculty College • 1995
Analytic Hierarchy Process Model, Competitive Dominance Strategies • 1995
Novell Netware Users Training • 1994
Large Scale Interactive Process (Real Time Strategic Change) • 1994
Culture Change Workshop and Study Group • 1994
Peter Senge Video Conference and Study Group • 1994
ISO 9000 Document Management • 1993
Quality Improvement Process Training, American Society for Training and Development • 1993
Total Quality Management Training, Collet & Associates • 1993
UW System Academic Staff Leadership Conference • 1992
Total Quality Management Training, UW-Stout • 1992
Electronic Data Interchange Seminar, TSI • 1991
State of Minnesota Telecommunications Conference • 1991
UW-System Academic Staff Leadership Conference • 1991
ASCD Workshop: Long Range Staff Development Planning • 1991
How to be a Better Trainer - Keye Productivity Center • 1990
ASTD/NTL Workshop: Transitions and Change • 1990
American Society for Training and Development Region VI Conference • 1987
Insurance & Real Estate Training and Wisconsin Licensure • 1982
Daytona Beach Race Promoter Workshop • 1981
Tom Hopkins Sales Seminar • 1981
John Deere Techniques of Professional Sales II • 1980
John Deere Phoenix Sales Seminar • 1979
John Deere Techniques of Professional Sales I • 1978
John Deere Leasing & Finance Training • 1978
John Deere Sales Seminar • 1977
John Deere Consumer Products Management Seminar • 1974
Research Paper Advisement
Forsberg, Brooke (2008 December). The Development of an Online Training Program on Stock Options and Margin Accounts for Dougherty & Company LLC.
Pokorsky, Heather (2008 August). An Analysis of Technology Tools Used in Online Courses and Their Relationship to Students' Learning Styles
Mullins, Eddie (2008 August). The Process of the Law of Attraction And The 3rd Law, Law of Allowing
Hendryx, Jennifer (2008 July). Generational Differences in Learner Attitudes Toward Technology in Education at the University of Wisconsin-Stout
Williams, Steven (2008). Technology Skills and Perceptions of Online Classes in the Social Studies Department at Merrill Senior High School as a Foundation for Organizational Change
Bleier, Paul (2007). Evaluating the Impact of Virtual Communities on the Organizational Effectiveness of E-Commerce Startups
Burgess, John W. (2006 August). Development of An On-line Gaming Tutorial
Siroin, A. J. (2005 December). Securing the Corporate Network
Olesnevich, Craig (2005 December). Evaluation of the United States Coast Guard's Remote Network Access Procedures
Steckbauer, Susan E. (2005 November). An Analysis of Social Presence In Online Learning
Al-Zahofi, Waseem I. (2005 November). Information Technology Feasibility of Certification in Wisconsin
Bartels, Judith (2005 August). Audit of the Salesforce.com Application for ABC Inc.
Drevlow, Michael (2005 July). The Analysis of Computer Networking as an Honors Class at Marshfield High School
Oss, Keif (2004 December). Creating an Autonomous Laboratory Environment Utilizing Laptop Support
Hoepner, Brian (2004 November). METHODS OF MANAGING NETWORK USER EXPECTATIONS
Light, Mark (2004 July). IMPACT OF COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY AT McNEEL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Kolbeck, Bryon (2004 June). DEVELOPING A PORTFOLIO FORMAT TO DOCUMENT INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY COORDINATOR COMPETENCIES DEFINED BY THE WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC INSTRUCTION
Leffler, Scott (2004 May). Roseville Middle School Technology Education Comparison
Light, Mark (2004). Impact of Computer Technology at McNeel Middle School.
Hulke, Kevin (2004). Analyzing Student Achievement and Satisfaction and Faculty Satisfaction using Three Modes of Distance Learning at Chippewa Valley Technical College [Ed.S. Field Study, Dr. Howard Lee, Committee Chair]
Smith, Shannon (2003). Adult Learners’ Perception Toward Online Instruction in an Advanced Psychology of Learning Course at the University of Wisconsin-Stout
Meyer, Steve (2003). A Study of the Professional Mission of the Technology Education Majors at the University of Wisconsin-Stout
Quinn, Torey (2003). Evaluation of Executive Educational Session for Printcafe Annaual L User Confernce
Braun, Paul (2003). How organizations will meet the ISO 9001:2000 training requirement
Glynn, John (2003). Industrial Employer’s Perceptions about Technological Literacy as an Employability Skill for New Employees in Marathon County Wisconsin
Jaenke, Richard (2003). Development and Evaluation of Computer-Based Training Module for Utility XYZ
Angarita, Elena (2002)
McClelland, Susan (2002). A Training Needs Assessment for the United Way of Dunn County Wisconsin
Upton, Patricia (2002). An Evaluation of the Army Reserve Readiness Training Center’s First Web Based Training Program
Chao, Chia-Yi (2002). The Use of Internet Based Training in Taiwan
Streff, Robert (2002). A Study to Determine if Incoming Students to UW-Stout Possess the Required Basic Computer Application Knowledge and Skills to Begin Studies Effectively at UW-Stou
Hennes, Beth A. (2001 July). Development and Evaluation of an On-Line Orientation for Adjunct Faculty
Hennes, Beth (2000). Development and Evaluation of an On-line Orientation for Adjunct Faculty
Buker, Robert (2000). A Study of the Factors Influencing Female Enrollment in Technology Education Courses at Spencer School Systems
Richman, David (2000). Strategies Needed to Market Technology Education Courses at Arrowhead High School
Wang , Pei (2000). Issues of On-Line Course Design [Dr. Joseph Holland, Committee Chair]
Judkins, Jeff (1999). Developing a Self-Directed Learning Environment That Motivates Employees to Maximize Learning Opportunities
Susa, Mary (1998). Analysis of Office Software Being Used by Administrative Assistant in the Mid-State Technical Area and in the State of Wisconsin [Ed.S. Field Study, Dr. Orville Nelson, Committee Chair]
Bhuripanyo, Suwathana (1997). Development and Evaluation of a Web-Based Instruction Program in the Task Analysis Course
Houle, Victoria Lynn (1996). Job Analysis for the Specialist Position in the XYZ Insurance Company
Kummer, Colleen M. (1995). An Assessment of the Need for a Mini Business World in the Greater Menomonie Area