David Alban, PhD

David Alban, PhD

Associate Professor, Educational Leadership
School of Education Department Chair
School of Education
Phone: (231) 591-2477
Email: [email protected]

Education

• PhD, Western Michigan University, Educational Leadership
• EdM, Temple University, Educational Administration
• BS, Bryan College, Mathematics
• AST, Williamson College of the Trades, Construction Technology, Carpentry

Biography

I worked in the K-12 US and international settings for nearly 20 years in the role of a teacher and administrator. These opportunities provided enriching teaching experiences in areas with varying demographics including migrant, expatriate, and international student populations. I joined Ferris State University in 2016 where I am able to take my passion for education into the classroom to equip and inspire our next generation of quality educators.

Publications and Intellectual Contributions

• Journal Article
  Alban, D., Reeves, P. L. (2014). "Cultural Fusion: International Teacher Responses to Multiculturalism," Journal of Ethnographic and Qualitative Research. 9 (1). pp. 1-15. Cedarville, OH: Cedarville University.
• Written Case Study
  Alban, D. (2013). "Crossing the Cultural Divide: Keys to Connecting with Other Human Groups," In D. H. Alban (Ed.), Speech Communication: A Redemptive Approach. Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing.

Presentations

• Lecture
  Alban, D. (Presenter), FSU Charter School Administrators Workshop, "Legacy of Leadership: Building Healthy School-Community Relationships," FSU Charter Schools, Lansing, MI, (November 9, 2022).
• Oral Presentation
  Alban, D. (Panelist), Teacher Education Panel, "Preparation for the Classroom," Aspiring Educators of Michigan, Virtual, (October 6, 2020).
• Oral Presentation
  Kitomary, A. (Presenter), Alban, D. (Presenter), Great Lakes Region Student Success Conference, "Seamless Retention Effort along the Pathway to College Completion," Oakland University, Rochester, MI, (February 28, 2020).
• Professional Development
  Alban, D., New Faculty Training Series, "Using Rubrics to Facilitate Learning," Ferris State University, (October 2019).
• Keynote/Plenary Address
  Alban, D., Student Leadership Conference, "Building a Legacy of Leadership," Ferris State University, (March 3, 2019).
• Oral Presentation
  Alban, D., New Faculty Training, "Using Rubrics to Improve Learning and Grading," Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, Big Rapids, MI, (February 7, 2019).
• Oral Presentation
  Alban, D., COEHS Presentation Series, "Interviewing Tips for Teachers," College of Education and Human Services, Big Rapids, MI, (November 27, 2018).
• Oral Presentation
  Alban, D., Lunch Talk Back Series, "Social and Emotional Learning Standards," School of Education, Big Rapids, MI, (November 15, 2018).
• Oral Presentation
  Alban, D., Lunch Talk Back Series, "What Teachers Can Expect in the Next Five Years," School of Education, Big Rapids, MI, (September 27, 2018).
• Oral Presentation
  Alban, D., West Michigan Educational Leadership Conference, "Developing and Sustaining a Leadership Team," Kent Intermediate School District, Grand Rapids, MI, (December 12, 2017).