School of Business and Information Technology
Purdue University Global
Faculty News
Issue: January 2025
SBIT Dean's Office
SBIT Dean's Office
SBIT Strategic Focus
SBIT Strategic Focus
Four Key Pillars
Dr. Jeffrey Buck, Dean
College of Business and Information Technology
Our strategic focus is centered around four key pillars that align with the Purdue Portfolio. Through these strategic focuses, we aim to provide a meaningful educational experience for all stakeholders involved.
We prioritize Reputation, and recognize the importance of maintaining a strong standing in the academic community and beyond. Collaboration is crucial, as we foster partnerships and alliances that enhance our collective potential and promote innovation.
We are committed to Student Results and Support, ensuring that every student receives the guidance and resources they need to excel.
Program accessibility and Relevance are fundamental, enabling us to reach diverse audiences and offer education that aligns with current and future needs.
We emphasize Differentiation and Social Responsibility, striving to be distinctive in our offerings while remaining mindful of our impact on society and the environment.
2025: A Year of Intent Focus on Student Results and Success
The start of a new year, a natural time to reflect and clarify priorities for the months ahead. As a school we will continue to be a major contributor towards the mission of Purdue Global, and our strategic focus will continue to be centered around the four pillars of 1) Reputation, 2) Student Results and Support, 3) Program Accessibility and Relevance, and 4) Differentiation and Social Responsibility.
Each of the four pillars continue to be important elements of our strategic direction, but in the upcoming months SBIT is going to place a special emphasis on Student Results and Support.
We will:
Measure achievement in this area via outcomes associated with Student Success, Growth, and Efficiencies.
Prioritize the initiatives that drive positive outcomes in these areas.
Challenge each other by constantly asking the question, “Is this activity driving student success, growth, or efficiencies?”
If we cannot answer that question in the affirmative, then it will likely be an activity we set aside for a while. This intent focus is going to benefit our students, have a long-term payoff, and be a contributing factor that cements our position among the nation’s premier online schools of business and information technology.
SBIT Faculty Updates
SBIT Faculty Updates
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Ode to Jack Deem!
https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-h4ec4-1797b23
(Click to Listen)
SBIT Faculty and Staff proudly recognizes Dr. Jack Deem for exceptional leadership, commitment to innovation, and profound impact on the School of Business and Information Technology and Purdue Global. Jack’s visionary guidance, commitment to organization, dedication to fostering a positive academic culture, and consistently elevating our programs to new heights, combine in making Jack a true inspiration to all who know him.
Meet Dr. Joyce Boone
Dr. Joyce Boone: Faculty Member at
Purdue University Global’s School of Business and IT
Dr. Joyce Boone is a dedicated and accomplished faculty member at Purdue University Global’s School of Business and Information Technology (IT). With a career spanning nearly two decades in higher education, Dr. Boone brings a wealth of experience, passion, and expertise to her teaching and mentorship.
Professional Journey
Dr. Boone’s academic journey began with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hampton University (1986). She later earned her MBA in Business Management from Averett University (1995) and pursued doctoral coursework in adult education at North Carolina State University. In 2015, she achieved her PhD in Education, with a concentration in Global Training and Development, from Northcentral University.
Before joining Purdue University Global, Dr. Boone served as a faculty member at Kaplan University's School of Business and IT. Her transition to Purdue Global marked the continuation of a career dedicated to teaching undergraduate business and IT courses. Prior to her time in higher education, she spent seven years teaching and chairing the Office Systems Technology and Paralegal Technology departments within North Carolina’s Community College System. Earlier in her career, she worked with a community health program at a local health department, where her responsibilities included grant writing, program development, and staff training.
Courses and Areas of Expertise
At Purdue University Global, Dr. Boone teaches:
MT140: Introduction to Management
MT304: Leading the 21st Century Organization
MT497: Bachelor's Capstone in Organizational Management
Her areas of expertise include business management, adult education, and workplace training. She excels at creating a professional yet welcoming online classroom environment, fostering student engagement, and providing meaningful feedback.
A Passion for Teaching and Business
Dr. Boone’s career in business education was inspired by her early professional experiences in program development. Writing grants, crafting business plans, and mentoring staff ignited her interest in business topics and teaching. "I truly enjoy being a part of the meaningful work that we do here at PG," she shares. This passion is evident in her dedication to student success and her continuous pursuit of knowledge.
Recognitions and Achievements
Dr. Boone’s contributions have been recognized with commendations for adding value to her employers’ missions. She was also featured in Who’s Who Among American Teachers in 2004, a testament to her excellence in education.
Student Engagement and Feedback
Dr. Boone’s students praise her approachable nature, deep knowledge, and engaging teaching style. One student shared:
"Dr. Boone is a wonderful instructor. She is knowledgeable and made learning the content fun and engaging. I enjoyed being able to have conversations within the chat with her and other students that were relevant to the course material as they helped build my understanding of the content."
Beyond the Classroom
Outside of her professional life, Dr. Boone enjoys smooth jazz, easy listening music, arts and crafts, scrapbooking, and container gardening. She is also exploring Tai Chi, a practice that complements her interest in personal growth and well-being.
With her extensive experience and student-focused approach, Dr. Joyce Boone continues to inspire and empower future leaders in business and IT at Purdue University Global. For inquiries or to connect with Dr. Boone, she can be reached at jboone@purdueglobal.edu.
Authors: Julie Dort & Mimi Gough
Industry
Industry
Brent Tabor
Receives Executive Juris Doctor degree from Concord/Purdue Global!
Brent Tabor, based in Houston, Texas, United States, is currently a Corporate Controller and Chief Financial Officer at MCA Communications. https://mcacom.com/
Brent M. Tabor, EJD, CPA, MSML, MBA, MTAX
Adjunct Instructor of Accounting, since January 2009.
Happy New Year, PG colleagues! I enrolled in the Concord/Purdue Global EJD program in 2019 and completed it in November 2022. My concentration in the program was Business Law which focused on law content areas such as Contracts, Corporations, Estates and Trusts, and Employment Law. The program was an excellent content supplement to my full-time job as Chief Financial Officer. In addition, my EJD has helped me become a better accounting instructor as it enhanced to depth of my business legal knowledge and has helped explain the legal ramifications of certain transactions to my students.
Completing the program was very motivational, as balancing family, teaching, work, and school was very challenging. My study plan was to wake up at 5 AM on Saturdays and Sundays and finish up any work I have for the week. This allowed me to spend time with my family and friends and enjoy my hobbies. The professors in the EJD were top-notch, exceptional motivators and provided unwavering support throughout the degree program. I also became involved in the Student Bar Association and served the Board EJD President for two years. The connections I met through the SBA will be life-long friends.
I would definitely encourage any instructors that have been interested in obtaining this professional legal knowledge to look into it. It is definitely worth the time and monetary investment and will benefit you professionally, no matter what field you are in. If you have any questions about the program, please content me.
Community
Community
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PG and the US Military
Purdue Global is heavily invested in working with US Military, active personnel, veterans, and relatives. Many of our students have a connection to the Military. Through discussions about the military, Dr. Martin McDermott shared with us a publication about Military Experience and Franchise Ownership - See: Franchise Business Ownership: A Comparative Study on the Implications of Military Experience on Franchisee Success and Satisfaction. (Click to read)
The Purdue Global Literary Journal has moved their deadline to January 15th. See: "The Gauge: PG Literary Journal"
Purdue Global General Education Conference
LINKS:
The Journey Podcast - (Faculty Interviews)
Sage Premier - (PG Library New Resource)
From HR - Employee Support Emails
In an effort to offer conformity across all companies, we will discontinue the PGpayroll@purdue.edu email group effective October 31. Beginning November 1, questions should be routed to pghr@purdueglobal.edu. The appropriate team will be looped in as needed.
Employee support email groups:
hr@purdue.edu: Questions regarding general HR, benefits, healthcare, leaves and retirement
tax@purdue.edu: Questions regarding any tax withholding, accessing W-2 forms and general tax inquiries
timeadmin@purdue.edu: Questions regarding time, vacation/sick payouts, timesheets, time approvals
courtorders@purdue.edu: Questions regarding garnishments or child support
LOE@purdueglobal.edu: Questions regarding adjunct faculty payroll and letters of engagement
it@purdue.edu: Purdue login questions
SBIT Steering Committee News
SBIT Steering Committee News
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