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Karen L. Alexander MSW, PhD CandidateAlexander Evaluation & Consultation, AlexanderEvaluation.com
4757 S. Scenic Hwy, Arcadia, MI 49613 (616.309.8772) [email protected]
Objective
Experience
Program evaluation and capacity building with Native American Tribes.
Tribal Action/Strategic Planning
2015-present, Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians
Tribal Action Planning (TAP)
Strategic Planning for Judicial Services
Community Needs Assessment for Tribal Court
Data Analyst/Evaluator
2014-2015, Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians – Tribal Court, Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Analyzing data using SPSS
Reporting/presenting research findings
Evaluator
2014-2015, Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan, Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Analyzing data using SPSS and NVIVO statistical software
Strategic planning work group
Reporting/presenting research findings
Graduate Research Associate
2012-2014, The Evaluation Center, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo,MI Conducting all aspects of qualitative/quantitative evaluation
Survey development, focus groups, interviews, etc.
Analyzing data using SPSS and SAS statistical software
Reporting/presenting research findings
Graduate Assistant2009-2011, Master of Social Work program, Grand Valley State University, Sault Sainte Marie, MI Assisting professors in preparation for classes
Providing educational services for graduate students
Master of Social Work Internship
2010-2011, Inter-Tribal Counsel of Michigan – Access to Recovery (ATR) program, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Providing evaluation services for Access to Recovery program
Analyzing data using SPSS statistical software
Reporting/presenting evaluation findings1
Behavioral Health Counselor/Prevention Specialist
2003-2008, American Indian Substance Abuse, Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Sault Sainte Marie, MI
Prevention program planning/grant writing
Prevention program facilitation in schools/detention center
Addictions counseling and case management
Program Planner
2002-2003 American Indian Substance Abuse, Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Sault Sainte Marie, MI
Researching substance abuse/prevention needs of community members
Conducting surveys, focus groups, interviews with leaders/stakeholders
Authoring a strategic plan for substance abuse services
Teaching Assistant
2000-2002 JKL Bahweting Anishinabe School, Sault Sainte Marie, MI
Co-teaching middle school science
Preparation of materials for science class
Authoring a quarterly science newsletter
Program Coordinator1997-2001 Inter-Tribal Counsel of Michigan - Anishinabe Future Leaders Program, Sault Sainte Marie, MI 49783
Recruitment of program participants
Planning several camps annually
Recruitment and training of staff
Authoring a quarterly newsletter
Education Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 490082011-Current Interdisciplinary PhD in Evaluation (IDPE) program
Coursework/exams complete, in dissertation phase
Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids, MI 495042007-2011
Masters in Social Work (GPA 3.82)
One-year internship at Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan
Lake Superior State University, Sault Ste. Marie, MI 497831999-2003
B.A. degree in Psychology
Minor in Substance Abuse Prevention & Treatment
Graduated Cum Laude
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Northern Michigan University, Marquette, MI 498551987-1990
Associate degree in Applied Science
Certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP)
Professional Associations
Interests
American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES), American Evaluation Association (AEA), National Association of Social Work (NASW)
Spending time with family, Native American ceremonies and activities, sewing, reading, volunteering for tribal events and community events.
References Available upon request
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