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Kristin Conley

Kristin Conley

Kristin Conley
Kristin Conley

Department Chair, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies
Associate Professor, MA
Interdisciplinary Studies
Phone: (231) 591-2808
Email: [email protected]

Education

  • MA, Central Michigan University, Reading and Literacy
  • Certification, Michigan Department of Education, English and Mathematics
  • EdD- In progress, Ferris State University, Doctorate in Community College Leadership, Mentoring
  • Professional Teaching Certificate, Michigan Department of Education
  • Certificate, Kent ISD, Cognitive Coaching, Certified Cognitive Coach
  • BA, Ferris State University, English Education, Education
  • BA, Ferris State University, Mathematics Education
  • Professional Teaching Certification, Michigan Department of Education, English and Mathematics
  • Certificate, SLD Read -Non Profit Literacy Organization, Certified SLD consultant
  • Professional Teaching Certification, Michigan Department of Education, English and Mathematics

Graduate/Post-Graduate Training

  • Department Chair Leadership Series, Department Chair Leadership Insitute, AASCU, Washington, DC, United States
  • Fellowship, Junior Faculty Fellowship, Ferris State University, Big Rapids

Biography

Kristin Conley holds a M.A. in Reading and Literacy from Central Michigan University, a B.A. in Mathematics Education and a B.A. in English Education from Ferris State University. She is the Department Chair and an Associate Professor for the Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, which is under University College at Ferris State University. She has also taught for the School of Education. Prior to teaching at Ferris, Kristin spent many years teaching math and English at the secondary level.

Publications and Intellectual Contributions

  • From the Editors
    (2024). "Creativity Over Crisis: Transformations in College Literacy and Learning," In K. Conley (Ed.), H. Johnson-Taylor (Ed.), Journal of College Literacy and Learning. 49 pp. 4-6.
  • Journal Article
    Conley, K., Williams Jackson, R. (2024). "Scaffolding: Transforming Classroom Instruction to Support Student Growth," Journal of College Literacy and Learning. 49 pp. 57-68.
  • Journal Article
    Cavner Williams, L., Conley, K., Courtright-Nash, D., Pavletic, H., Weller, K., Zimmer, M. E. (2024). "Transformation of Instruction to Enhance Student Success," Journal of College Literacy and Learning. Volume 49
  • Journal Article
    (2023). "Student Success: Improving Comprehension by Focusing on Instruction," In K. Conley (Ed.), H. Johnson-Taylor (Ed.), Journal of College Literacy and Learning. Volume (48) pp. 3-5. 820 Campus Drive
  • Journal Article
    Conley, K. (2021). "From Intention to Action: Cultivating a Sense of Accountability for Success in Underprepared Students," Journal of Research and Teaching in Developmental Education. Cavner-Williams, Lauren, et al. "From Intention to Action: Cultivating a Sense of Accountability for Success in Underprepared Students." Research and Teaching in Developmental Education, fall 2021, pp. 40+. Gale Academic OneFile, link.gale.com/apps/doc/A687173154/AONE?u=anon~276e0c12&sid=googleScholar&xid=20aff3d8. Accessed 15 Oct. 2024
  • Journal Article
    (2021). "Helping Students Develop Identity, Agency, and Awareness: Necessary Tools for Navigating College Success," In K. A. Conley (Ed.), H. Johnson-Taylor (Ed.), Journal of College Literacy and Learning. 47 (1). pp. 1-2. https://j-cll.org/
  • OER Textbook
    McCall, D. A., Conley, K., Frees, M. (2018). "Foundations of Analytical Reading,"
  • Magazine/Trade Publication
    Conley, K. A. (2006). "The Cry of the Poets: Social Injustice in Barbauld's 'Washing Day' and Barrett Browning's 'The Cry of the Children'," The Prism.
  • Journal Article
    Cavner Williams, L., Conley, K., Pavletic, H., Weller, K. "C4 program: Promoting success through accountability for at-risk students," Innovative Higher Education. 45 (3). Springer Press.

Presentations

  • Lecture
    Conley, K., Panel, "City Hall Community Read Panel Discussion," City Hall, (October 2025).
  • Oral Presentation
    Conley, K., Lilly- Traverse City, "Learning Community: Tools for Student Engagment and Collective Self Efficacy," Lilly, Traverse City, (October 2025).
  • Oral Presentation
    Williams Jackson, R. (Author & Presenter), Conley, K. (Author & Presenter), Lilly Teaching Conference Traverse City, MI, "Learning Communities: Tools for Student Engagement and Collective Self-Efficacy," Lilly, Traverse City, MI, (October 10, 2025).
  • Oral Presentation
    Conley, K., Session, "Academic Service Learning: Bridging Classrooms and Communities: Deepening Learning Through Service and Reflection," FCTL, Big Rapids, (August 2025).
  • Oral Presentation
    Williams Jackson, R. (Author & Presenter), Conley, K. (Author & Presenter), TASS Conference, "Empowering first-generation college students: Building a pathway to success and belonging," Teaching Academic Survival Skills, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, (March 24, 2025).
  • Oral Presentation
    Conley, K., College Literacy and Learning SIG: International Literacy Association, "Literacy Challenges and Opportunities in 2024," International Literacy Association, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, (March 2024).
  • Community Book Club
    Conley, K., Sears, L. (Presenter), CLL-SIG- ILA, "Lunch and Learn: First Gen," College Literacy and Learning- Special Interest Group - International Literacy Association, Virtual https://zoom.us/j/97811460330, (April 12, 2024).
  • Webinar
    Conley, K., TEN16 Professional Development, "Trauma Informed Literacy Instruction," TEN 16, Virtual, (July 24, 2024).
  • Oral Presentation
    Conley, K., TASS, "Using Deliberative Dialogue to Foster Community and a Sense of Belonging," Broward College, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, (March 2024).
  • Oral Presentation
    Conley, K., Student Success Workshops, "Question Formulation Technique," Ferris State University, Big Rapids, Michigan, (October 1, 2024).