Experience

Dr. Josie Ahlquist, Inc.

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Digital Engagement & Leadership Consultant

  • Apr 2013 - Present

  After twelve years working on college campuses, Dr. Josie Ahlquist went rouge from traditional higher education roles - as an international independent speaker, author, and consultant on digital leadership. She teaches teens, young adults, educational professionals and corporate executives how to humanize tech, prioritize building online community over marketing and digital leadership skills. Josie has trained thousands across the United States, Canada, Mexico and the United Arab Emirates. Her keynotes, workshops and 1-1 coaching include high energy and entertainment, as well as targeted audience interaction and individual reflection methods. For each program, she creates clear learning outcomes and tailored content for the audience. Dr. Ahlquist backs up her content with her own grant funded and award-winning research. Her research agenda focuses on teens and young adults digital experiences, senior executives online leadership practices and digital leadership pedagogy. Dr. Ahlquist maintains an active research agenda, currently undertaking three separate research projects with colleagues around the globe.For the third year in a row, she has been named to the “Top 50 Must-Read Higher Education Technology Blogs” by Ed Tech Magazine. She is extensive published as a co-author in the Handbook of Student Affairs Administration textbook, The Journal of Leadership Studies, co-editor and author in the New Directions in Student Services volume, “Engaging the Digital Generation,” as well as co-editor and author in New Directions in Student Leadership, “Going Digital in Student Leadership.” Josie is currently writing a book with Stylus Publishing, set to release summer 2018 on Digital Leadership in Higher Education.Find Josie blogging and podcasting at www.josieahlquist.com.



Florida State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Teaching Faculty, College of Education

  • May 2017 - Present

  Created curriculum, as well as serve as the primary faculty for the course: EDH 5309: Technology in Higher Education. The course guides higher education professionals through theoretical perspectives and practical complexities related to the increasing use of technology in higher education, using the lenses of professional identity and student learning and success. Technology in Higher Education focuses on addressing technology and higher education leadership in the 21st century, specifically in the face of emerging technology, social media communication platforms, and fast pace global change.About the College of Education, Higher Education Programs: Established in 1957, the Florida State University Higher Education program boasts a long tradition of preparing students for successful careers. Faculty members and students regularly disseminate research on higher education policy issues at the national, state, and institutional level. Our program focuses on three central pillars: student success, leadership, and social justice. As they progress through the program, students will gain opportunities for advancement and career mobility. They can also expect to enhance expertise and renew motivation. Florida State offers M.S., Ed.D. and Ph.D. higher education programs.

• Research Associate & Instructor, Leadership Learning Research Center

  • Jun 2015 - Present

  The Leadership Learning Research Center’s (LLRC) mission is to inform and support scholars, educators, and practitioners regarding leadership teaching and learning through scholarship, curriculum development, and consultation. As a research associate and instructor at the LLRC, Dr. Ahlquist offers two courses that fuse leadership development and technology advancements: LDR 2116: Leadership in the Digital Age and EDH 5309: Technology in Higher Education. She also maintains an active role in research and publications produced by the LLRC.Course descriptions:LDR 2116 is an interactive, dynamic online course focused on addressing leadership in the 21st century in the face of emerging technology, social media communication platforms, and global change. Leadership in the Digital Age is set to awaken ones’ use of technology through the lens of a leader. Using theory and real case studies, students will learn how leaders have stumbled online as well as found success. Participants will explore their digital identity as it relates to their social media use and Internet activity. Students will then be challenged to incorporate tenants of digital citizenship and finally move toward professional branding to set them up for a positive digital reputation.



Azusa Pacific University

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty, Masters of College Counseling and Student Development Program

  • Aug 2015 - Aug 2016



Loyola University Chicago

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Faculty - International Higher Education Program

  • May 2015 - May 2016

  The MEd program in International Higher Education provides students with deep knowledge of the changing landscape of higher education globally and will prepare them to work in multiple areas including higher education policy, administration, international student affairs and study abroad.Course instruction includes Leadership in Higher Education, ELPS 419. The MEd program in International Higher Education provides students with deep knowledge of the changing landscape of higher education globally and will prepare them to work in multiple areas including higher education policy, administration, international student affairs and study abroad.Course instruction includes Leadership in Higher Education, ELPS 419.



California Lutheran University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Teaching Assistant, P-20 Pipeline Study Tour Tokyo, Japan

  • May 2014 - Jan 2015

  * Assist the primary Educational Leadership faculty member in developing travel itinerary to Japan.* Coordination with Office of Study abroad to ensure policy compliance, travel assistance and documentation.* Recruitment of doctoral students through email communication, classroom visits and individual appointments.* Support marketing efforts by the campus and department.* Serve as point person in US travel organization for doctoral student travelers.Areas of Study: Linguistics & Cultural Heritage, Change Vs Tradition, Educational Innovations, Equality of Educational Opportunity, Japanese Educational Policy & Curriculum Reform

• Institutional Review Board (IRB) Doctoral Assistant

  • Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

  * Assisted the Chair of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) in all workflow and faculty committee management needs. IRB reviews all requests for research projects involving human participants. * Managed application process for board member review.* Communicated with future and current IRB review applicants on status updates and requirements for research changes.* Administered activity database of communication and application status* Proposed recommendations to the IRB chair for Exempt, Expedited and Full Board Review. * Orchestrated monthly committee review process, sending out applications, reminders and synthesizing feedback.

• Doctoral Research Assistant

  • Jan 2013 - Sep 2013

  * Coordinated marketing and recruitment efforts through personal contacts through local colleges and universities * Assisted with research project Students with LGBT Parents and Pre-Orientation Wilderness Experiences of First Year Students through developing the literature review and drafting of a manuscript * Coded faculty research project on Parents of Autistic Children, Measurements Social and Cultural Capital for College* Organized research to be included for faculty book creation on Critical Action Research* Edit numerous journal article submissions for publication by Higher Educational Leadership faculty* Created two research grants through the National Association of Student Personal Administrators



Loyola Marymount University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate Director, Campus Recreation

  • Jun 2011 - Jan 2013

  * Supervised one full time professional staff member, an Assistant Director & oversaw direction of one full time Event Facility Specialist. * Entired are operations included “The Loft” sports lounge, “DejaView” movie theater, “Mane Entertainment” programming team, “The Lion’s Den” coffee shop, “Lion Express” shuttle service, Zip Car and Student Center Facilities (managing six event venues).* Created social programming for 6,000 students, totaling over 100 events each year with a student programming team called Mane Entertainment.* Supervised areas composed of 20 student managers, one LMU Student Worker 22 event & facility supervisors, four graphic designers, six street team promoters, six programming assistants, four photographers/videographers, six front desk staff and 100+ event & service facility staff.* Administered budgets totaling over seven figures, including revenue, as well as successfully proposed for additional funding for equipment, renovations, office space, operations and events.* Orchestrate a number of large Division of Student Affairs one time and annual events including Tailgates, Presidents Day of Service site at Midnight Mission, Senior Events such as Senior Welcome & Senior Festival, 1911 Ball and Freshman Retention programs including Fall Fest and Spring Fling.

• Campus Recreation Assistant Director of Events, Marketing & Student Facilities

  • Jun 2007 - Jun 2011

  * Created social programming for 6,000 students, totaling over 110 events each year.* Manage all marketing, advertising and promotions for department totaling over 120 materials each year.* Supervised one full time professional staff member, an Event Facility Specialist. Supervise areas composed of 12 student managers, 15 event & facility supervisors, 5 graphic designers, 10 street team promoters, 12 programming assistants, 2 photographers/videographers, 2 office assistants and 90 event & service facility staff including selection, scheduling, training, discipline and evaluation.* Oversaw Malone Student Center coordinating building maintenance, 15 department office space needs, signage, emergency evacuation procedures staffing and renovation.* Directed annual Campus Recreation Customer Service Assessment Survey, reaching 1/4 of student population.

• Campus Recreation Event Facilities Specialist

  • Aug 2006 - Jun 2007

  * Supervision and operation of 4 satellite event venues utilized by students, faculty, staff, alumni and off-campus groups.* Supervision of 8 students managers, 4 facility managers and 30 undergraduate student staff including selection, training, discipline and evaluation.* Oversaw budget, facility maintenance, equipment inventory, event set-up and take down.* Supervised 30 student events each semester.



California State University, Los Angeles

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Resident Director

  • May 2005 - Aug 2006

  * Administered five apartment complex facilities made up of 80 units totaling 450 beds* Advised themed houses including First Year Residential Experience House, Wellness House, Scholars Corner & International Student House providing additional programming & services for residents* Supervised, evaluated, recruit, scheduled and trained eight Resident Assistants & one Residence Life Coordinator * Adjudicated student conduct as a Judicial Officer, determining educational sanctions and referrals in high conduct area as well as reviewed and updated housing policies and procedures* Developed 20 campus-wide programs ranging from 100-500 attendees.* Served as the advisor for University Residence Council developing retreats, officer handbooks and budgets.



Northern Arizona University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Office of Residence Life Graduate Assistant

  • Jul 2003 - May 2005

  * Selected, trained, supervised, scheduled and evaluated six Academic Assistants and Resident Assistants.* Collaborated with 19 residence halls making up 6,000 students, comprised of 150 Resident Assistants, 12 Residence Hall Directors and 14 Graduate Assistants, on academic programs, resident outreach efforts and staff development.* Supervised and evaluated 15 peer tutors in the Freshman Connections and Greek Living and Learning Communities.* Coordinated, implemented and assessed over 50 residential academic & career exploration programs.* Created “Greek 101 Leadership Series” offering four programs per semester to eight sororities and 14 fraternities rooted in career exploration, life coaching & leadership skills.* Spearheaded Faculty Fellows Program involving faculty and staff in Greek Life activities, academic resources, and advisors.