David R. Arendale

Greetings! At the University of Minnestoa-Twin Cities I serve as an Associate Professor in the Department of Postsecondary Teaching and Learning within the College of Education and Human Development. One part of my position is teaching an undergraduate world history course and a graduate course that embeds best practices for student engagement, enrichment and academic support. My research project is investigating the history of postsecondary college access, developmental education, and academic interventions that support improved student achievement and persistence. I also work with other institutions in Minnesota supporting their efforts to improve academic achievement for their students.

I formerly served at the University of Missouri-Kansas City in several capacities including Senior Research Fellow for the Office of the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management, National Project Director of Supplemental Instruction, and Interim Director for the Center for Academic Development. I served as President of the National Association for Development Education from 1996 to 1997. In 2000 I was recognized by the American Council of Developmental Education Associations for induction as a Founding Fellow of the profession.

I enjoy working in a profession that makes a difference for improving the academic achievement and success of students. The slogan at the top right hand corner of the computer screen, "equipping others for service" refers to my mission statement. One of my primary tasks is preparing students to be well prepared for a lifetine of service to community and country. The second dimension of the slogan provides motivation for my research, presenting, and writing. We don't need to "reinvent the wheel" regarding best educational practices. We need to effectively communicate what already exists to others. Use of the Internet, publications, presentations, and workshops are means for communicating the best practices that others have already created.

I welcome your thoughts and comments about my work and would enjoy the opportunity to collaborate.

Take care,

David.

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