George Mason University (2007-2016)

• ABD, Ph.D. in History
• Dissertation: “Nazi Tunnels: Underground Factory Dispersal and Forced Labor Camps
  at Porta Westfalica” (http://nazitunnels.org/dissertation).
• Major Field: Modern Europe.
• Minor Field: 20th Century German.
• Minor Field: New Media.

George Mason University (2005-2007)

• M.A. History awarded May 2007. GPA 3.74.
• Emphasis on modern German History and new media.

Arizona State University (2000-2003)

• B.A. in History awarded May 2003. GPA 3.61.
• B.A. in German awarded May 2003. GPA 3.61.
• Graduated magna cum lauda.
• Emphasis in Asian studies.
• Deans List: 4 semester, Honor Roll: 5 semesters
• D.A.N.K. (German American National Congress) scholarship

• “The Future of our Past. Leveraging Todays Technology to Capture Yesterdays Memories.” [pdf] Mesa, Arizona Family History Expo 2008 [link].
• “Mapping Nazi Tunnels: The Reich’s Secret Plans for Underground Factories.” [pdf] American Historical Association Annual Meeting 2009 [link].
• “Digital History: Tools and Tricks to Learn the New Trade.” American Historical Association Annual Meeting 2013 [link].

Makerspace Manager and Lead Research Technologist (January 2020 - present)

Scholars' Lab, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.

• Manage makerspace
• Teach workshops
• Help researchers

Digital Humanities Developer (July 2014 - January 2020)
Scholars' Lab, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA.

• DevOps - development and operations
• GIS systems developement

Associate Directory of Technology (June 2011 – July 2014)
Center for History and New Media, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA.

• Systems administrator for 17 servers, both hardware and software, that serve web content to over 1.3 million unique visitors each month, with over 80 active domain names.
• Manage over 150 personal computers and software licenses to comply with George Mason University policies.
• Oversee the technical needs and help shape technical goals for the Center for History and New Media.

Adjunct Professor (Fall 2013)
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA

• Fall 2013 Western Civilization – Hist 100.

IT Analyst, Technical Coordinator, Webmaster (Jun. 2006 - Present)
Center for History and New Media, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA.

• Manage over 100 computer systems.
• System administrator of web server that receives over 1 million unique visitors an month in world-wide traffic.
• Mange numerous websites for CHNM. Duties include fixing code, diagnosing issues, and providing solutions for unique requests.

Graduate Research Assistant (Jan. 2006 - May 2006)
Center for History and New Media, George Mason University, Fairfax, VA.

• Design and build web applications for internal tracking of resources.
• Update and improve existing projects, such as the September 11 digital archive (http://911digitalarchive.org).

Lead Developer, Project Manager (Feb. 2005 - Present)
Grumpet.com, Mesa, AZ.

• Design, create, and manage multiple company web pages.
• Manage hardware, software and logistical issues involved with web servers.

Computer Technician, Project Manager (Jan. 2003 - Feb. 2005)
Sequoia Development, Mesa, AZ.

• Lead international team to research and implement solutions to school needs.
• Provided reliable and prompt support and training to staff.

Computer Teacher (Jan. 2003 - May 2004)
Sequoia Schools, Mesa, AZ.

• Developed original and engaging curriculum.
• Helped students understand and internalize course material.
• Instructed and guided students through hands-on projects.