Dr. Rhonda Lucas

Education

• Ph.D. in Computing, School of Computing, University of South Alabama, 2023
  • Dissertation:  "The Effects of Real-World Experiences in Active Learning (R.E.A.L.) Applied in an Information Systems Data Communication and Networking Course"
• Master of Science in Information Systems, University of South Alabama, 1998.
• Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems, University of South Alabama, 1993.

Research Interests

• Cybersecurity Education, STEM Education (with a Computing focus), Internship and Externship Training
• The Role of Information Systems in Business, Information Technology and Systems Customer Software Solutions
• Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Project Team Management
• Information Technology Governance, Compliance, and Policies

Teaching Experience

Positions Held:

• Instructor, University of South Alabama, School of Computing, Mobile, AL (2015 - Present).

• Instructor, Spring Hill College, Division of Business, Mobile, AL (2007 - 2015).

• Adjunct Instructor, Loyola University, Division of Business, New Orleans, LA (2014 - 2015).

• Adjunct Instructor, Bishop State Community College, Mobile, AL (1999 - 2015).

• Adjunct Instructor, Faulkner State Community College, Bay Minette, AL (2009 - 2010),

• Adjunct Instructor, University of South Alabama, Mitchell College of Business, Mobile, AL (2006).

Courses Taught:

• Data Communication and Networking
• Information Systems in Organizations
• IS Enterprise Integration
• IS Function Integration
• Microsoft Office 2013/2010/2007 Applications-Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access
• Introduction to Computer Logic and Programming Concepts
• Operating Systems
• Business Information Systems:  Essentials of Management Information Systems
• Database Management Software Applications and Microsoft Access
• Introduction to Computers
• Introduction to Web Development and Microsoft FrontPage