Dr. Johnson is the consummate faculty colleague.
She has facilitated collaboration across campuses through the joint adjunct faculty meetings for Riverside, Ontario, Menifee, and Victorville.
She has encouraged collaboration across schools at Brandman through scholarly presentations.
Her thoughtful and professional communication style makes students, staff, and faculty all feel that she values their contributions.
Dr. Lynn Larsen
Professor, School of Education
More than any other Brandman faculty I know, Dr. Jalin Johnson understands the importance of connection.
She makes it a point to reach out and support her colleagues not only when the need arises, but also whenever there is an opportunity to appreciate their ideas and accomplishments in any forum.
I will never forget the card I received from her at my Santa Maria campus office, in the summer of 2015, congratulating me for receiving the 2015 Brandman Outstanding Faculty of the Year Award. I am still so touched by the gesture, because she and I had hardly communicated with each other at that point. I didn’t even know that she knew who I was or that she had paid attention to my award, when she herself had received the 2015 Faculty of the Year Award for the School of Business and Professional Studies. Yet, she took the time to send me a hand-written note focusing on my achievement, even taking the time to look up my campus office address to make sure it reached me by mail.
Since then, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Dr. Johnson for a panel presentation on using technology to teach and mentor military and veteran students, for the 2018 Hawaii International Conference on Education, and also as part of the BU-Virtual Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW)’s Committee on Diversity (CoD).
During both projects, Dr. Johnson’s pro-active collegiality distinguished her as a leader.
Indeed, as the 2017-2018 Diversity Chair for the BU-Virtual Branch of AAUW, Dr. Johnson initiated and led the Committee on Diversity (CoD).
I always looked forward to communicating with her, whether by e-mail or in a virtual meeting, as a member of both the conference panel and the CoD.
Dr. Johnson possesses an admirable talent for facilitating thoughtful and inclusive discussions. She listens carefully to everyone’s ideas, validates them, uses them as a point of departure for further collaboration, and makes sure that all actions taken respect everyone’s input, not just the input of a few. And she makes it look effortless!
I have learned so much from observing the way she runs meetings and presentations. And I can’t wait to collaborate with her further in the future!
Lata Murti, Ph.D. Associate Professor, Sociology Online Campus
murti@brandman.edu T 323.309.7795 (cell)
Brandman University
I became acquainted with Dr. Johnson in her administrative role upon my arrival as a new full time faculty member assigned to the Moreno Valley campus in the fall of 2012. At the time, she was working on her Ed.D. degree, and we formed a positive, collegial relationship that has endured after our duties took us to other locations and focused on other responsibilities. “Then as the Brandman University Virtual Branch of the American Association of University Women began to solidify in 2015, our paths crossed again and we built upon our existing solid relationship. She was one of the first faculty members to become involved with this new initiative. Further, she spearheaded our AAUW branch’s commitment to diversity, serving as Diversity Chair and organizing and facilitating the Diversity Workshop that was held university-wide during Spring 2018 Retreat. “She has proven herself to be an innovator and a leader who is well respected and is able to get things done. She is clearly deserving of a promotion to the rank of Associate Professor.” Leigh Ann Wilson Associate Professor Arts & Sciences
Dear Dr. Bullock, I am extremely pleased to provide a letter of support on behalf of Dr. Jalin Johnson.
Dr. Johnson and I have worked collaboratively campus and conference wide, I found her to be a competent, conscientious, and very hard working professional, who has ensured the efficacy of many projects.
Dr. Johnson, has been both a mentor and a colleague to me.
During the years of working with her, I have had the opportunity to observe and learn from her leadership skills. One of the reasons I admire Dr. Johnson, is she believes in positive motivation and those that she encounter are never dissatisfied with her leadership.
Dr. Johnson has great interpersonal skills- I would describe her as a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who has a great penchant for meeting deadlines.
Dr. Johnson, is able to be successful in the things that she does because when faced with challenges she is able to navigate them by seeking guidance, as well as she is never shy of hearing constructive criticism that help her to further develop into a professional and leader.
Dr. Johnson, exemplify many of Brandman University values, such as her flexibility, ability to practice inclusivity and diversity, and use of innovative ways in her leadership styles as she plans and leads various committees and conferences.
The knowledge and shared experiences that Dr. Johnson has imparted on me is invaluable.
Dr. Johnson special attributes for negotiation, communication, and leadership extend contributions to the University well beyond the bounds of her campuses and school.
Dr. Johnson, is an astute mentor, colleague, and professor who serves to model and support Brandman University mission and values.
Respectfully, Nakisha Castillo, DMFT Assistant Professor of Psychology ncastil1@brandman.edu
Dr. Johnson is the definition of professionalism at every turn, she sets the bar for herself high and asks her students and colleagues to join her in her relentless pursuit for excellence. We have collaborated on a variety of projects and her plethora of talents never cease to amaze me, from synthesizing complex content in ways that engage students and provide avenues for their learning, to looking at the whole Brandman community and working to create relationships that enlighten and inform how we meet the needs of our students, she embodies our mission and vision. I feel honored to know her and work alongside her, and my hope is to do so for many years to come.
Dr. J. Murphy
jmurphy@brandman.edu
I fully support the recommendation to promote Dr. Jalin Johnson to Associate Professor. In collaborating with her on numerous projects, I’ve found she is a congenial team player who is committed to excellence and innovation in all she does.
Examples include:
ILO Revisions: Collaborating with the Assessment Office, Dr. Johnson and I are leading a project to update and merge the ILO and PLO curriculum maps for the BBA, BAOL and BSCT programs; this effort includes significant revisions to signature assignments.
Course Design: Having completed BCDC, Dr. Johnson works closely with Cii, the Curriculum Team and adjuncts in reviewing and revising courses to ensure they are relevant and current. My oversight courses have benefited from collaborating with her on updates.
Program Assessments/Reviews: Dr. Johnson has actively contributed to several BAOL and MAOL program assessments and reviews, and implemented action plan recommendations in courses for which she has oversight. Her understanding and commitment to these important processes is impressive.
Teaching: I frequently have students who praise Dr. Johnson as an outstanding instructor and mentor who willing shares her expertise These are just a few of many examples of Dr. Johnson’s leadership and commitment. She is a dedicated faculty member who role models Brandman’s values.
Gale Mazur, Ed.D. Associate Professor Organizational Leadership and Human Resources Business and Professional Studies Brandman University
Mazur@brandman.edu T 949.300.7055
Dr. Jalin Johnson and I have worked together for over 5 years, and during that time I have watched her collaborate, partner, facilitate, lead, improve and guide several important initiatives and processes for the university. Jalin is professional with every person she is in contact with and in every way. Dr. Johnson, has demonstrated an active interest and aptitude for excellence in teaching, mentoring and service to the University. She received the “Faculty of the Year” award as voted on my the entire University faculty body. She was a member of the inaugural BCDC program launched by BU’s CII department. Her development work continues to be a highlight and has set a new standard of interaction and engagement for course development. Furthermore, she continues to support, guide and mentor students through the difficult process of creating and writing their dissertations in the EdD program. Dr. Johnson is one of the most involved and collaborative faculty members I have seen at Brandman. She is the Diversity director of the AAUW committee, she coordinates and leads the Meniffee Business Advisory Board as well as the Faculty Training for the Ontario Campus. Dr. Johnson is an excellent instructor, innovative course developer, powerful mentor, strategic promoter, and dependable colleague. Dr. Johnson’s work will continue to drive Brandman University into the next level of excellence. Laura M. Galloway, PhD Assistant Professor, Business and Professional Studies Cell: 858.353.9956
Dr. Jalin Johnson, while serving as one of the most consistent and authentic models of collegiality from our first meeting to this very day, was a joy to work alongside throughout our time as the first BCDC cadre. Her passion for serving her students was evident in all aspects of the experience- from conversations on social learning theory to debates on the viability of different technologies, to recognizing how she could share her particular strengths and benefit from harnessing the different strengths of peers.
Jalin was (and is) the thoughtful ying to my overly exuberant yang; she was a very real thought-leader across the entire BCDC process by listening and reflecting before jumping into the fray. Thus, as I would be bouncing about the room with ideas for this, that, or the other, Jalin took it all in and offered either a brilliant insight that elegantly focused my tangents into a smart, cohesive, realistic concept or she asked a single, astute question to afforded a clean, smart paring down of options presented to empower us all to move forward in our design work with greater clarity of purpose. I recognize my words of support may read as hyperbole, but I give you my highest of assurances that there is no exaggeration here.
My appreciation for Dr. Johnson’s participation, collaboration, engagement, and her perspectives throughout the BCDC experience cannot be overstated.
As a testament to the high quality of her finished product be the end of our time together, I asked for permission to use one of the leadership videos she made for her students in the new course I was creating (Instructional Practitioner Leadership). As you can imagine, she said yes with no hesitation; the video is indeed in the course and my students appreciated the content and experience of watching the video so much that several specifically noted it as one of their favorite resources that they would take with them into the real word beyond our class.
Kimberly Greene, Ed.D. Professor, Chair MAE CT School of Education kgreene@brandman.edu T 310.422.1662
I am writing to express my appreciation of our collaborative efforts through Brandman University activities. As part of the first BCDC cohort, I enjoyed learning about your perspectives regarding adult learning.
Your additional insights about the various theories and their relevant application to real world practice was very helpful in my own learning.
Our collegial discourse provided an opportunity to reflect on my own perspectives about teaching and learning. I feel that our discussions and collaboration on the assignments supported my growth as an educator. So, thank you!
I also would like to mention that I am grateful for the invitation to the AAUW and the discussion on diversity/inclusivity.
This topic is such an important piece of our profession as educators, to the extent of providing a holistic approach to teaching.
Addressing the issues of diversity and inclusivity, as part of our organizational culture, supports the growth of our faculty and students as responsible and conscientious citizens locally, nationally, and globally.
I am very happy to be part of the ongoing discussions on how we can best promote diversity/inclusivity at Brandman University.
Your leadership and support is greatly appreciated!
With Warm Regards, Rachel Rachel Choudhury, MSN, MS, RN, CNE
Associate Dean and Program Director, BSN Musco School of Nursing and Health Professions (MSNaHP)
rchoudhu@brandman.edu T 949.341.7634
Jalin was one of the first faculty members who reached out to me when I first started at Brandman and has provided ongoing mentorship and support, as well as demonstrated outstanding leadership. In the past years, I have collaborated with Jalin on various projects, one of which was organizing several large-scale Professional Development conferences for adjunct instructors in order to strengthen the instructional leadership of our university. These events were always largely attended and given high marks by instructors, in large part to Jalins determined leadership and organization. We even presented on this successful partnership at the WASC conference this past year. All in all, Jalin is the type of professor that I aim to beambitious, intelligent, grounded in community, innovative, and full of integrity. I cant think of anyone who is more worthy of promoting. Leticia Rojas, Ed.D., NBCT Assistant Professor, Brandman University- Ontario Campus lrojas1@brandman.edu T. 323.369.2365
