CoT Newsletter
  • Welcome back as we start the second half of the academic year!! And welcome to the new year of 2013. The fall was exciting and but this spring will provide us with even more. There new programs and courses that reflect the changes in technology. Below, please find a brief synopsis of what has been happening in our programs: A new certificate in Web Applications through our Web Information Systems (WIS) Program started in the fall. The certificate can be earned by students who are not WIS majors, by completing five existing WIS courses. Plus, new courses in JavaScript and...

    Spring 2013 – Message from Dean Guthrie

    Posted on January 3, 2013 | No Comments
    Welcome back as we start the second half of the academic year!! And welcome to the new year of 2013. The fall was exciting and but this spring will provide us with even more. There new programs and courses that reflect the changes in technology. Below, please find a brief synopsis of what has been happening in our programs: A new certificate in Web Applications through our Web Information Systems (WIS) Program started in the fall. The certificate can be earned by students who are not WIS majors, by completing five existing WIS courses. Plus, new courses in JavaScript and...

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  • From Dean Guthrie, Welcome back to the College of Technology at Wilmington University! I hope you had a fun-filled summer.  The College of Technology had another busy summer as faculty members were busy working on new courses, adjusting programs and assuring you have the latest technology to help you succeed in your chosen profession. The picture with this article was from participating in the North Face Endurance Challenge in Sterling, Virginia in June. It involved trail running, hill climbs, stream crossings and mud…all over 13.1 miles. It challenged me and took me out of my comfort zone. I completed the...

    From the Dean…August 2012

    Posted on August 30, 2012 | No Comments
    From Dean Guthrie, Welcome back to the College of Technology at Wilmington University! I hope you had a fun-filled summer.  The College of Technology had another busy summer as faculty members were busy working on new courses, adjusting programs and assuring you have the latest technology to help you succeed in your chosen profession. The picture with this article was from participating in the North Face Endurance Challenge in Sterling, Virginia in June. It involved trail running, hill climbs, stream crossings and mud…all over 13.1 miles. It challenged me and took me out of my comfort zone. I completed the...

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  • Sandee McClain has been teaching in the College of Technology Media Design program since 2010. A graduate of Moore College of Art in 1981 with a BFA in Advertising Design, Sandee has been working in the design community for the past 30 years. Starting out as a production artist (before computers) at a design studio after graduating, Sandee learned the ropes and progressed to a Designer then Art Director before enjoying a successful freelance career. In the last two years Sandee has taught a variety of classes, including DSN230 Graphic Design Applications, DSN318 Portfolio Design, DSN401 Publication Design, DSN415 Packaging...

    Meet Sandee McClain

    Posted on August 15, 2012 | No Comments
    Sandee McClain has been teaching in the College of Technology Media Design program since 2010. A graduate of Moore College of Art in 1981 with a BFA in Advertising Design, Sandee has been working in the design community for the past 30 years. Starting out as a production artist (before computers) at a design studio after graduating, Sandee learned the ropes and progressed to a Designer then Art Director before enjoying a successful freelance career. In the last two years Sandee has taught a variety of classes, including DSN230 Graphic Design Applications, DSN318 Portfolio Design, DSN401 Publication Design, DSN415 Packaging...

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  • We are pleased to announce a new Web Applications Development certificate for Computer & Network Security (CN&S) majors. The internet is generally the medium used for attacks that exploit the security vulnerabilities in computer and network systems. So, a certificate in Web Applications Development is a natural fit for CN&S majors. The 15-credit certificate includes the sequence of five courses necessary to design and build advanced web applications. CN&S majors can use their technology elective and free electives to complete the certificate within their current course requirements. Here is the five-course sequence to get an additional certificate with your CN&S...

    Web Applications Development Certificate for CN&S Majors

    Posted on March 9, 2012 | No Comments
    We are pleased to announce a new Web Applications Development certificate for Computer & Network Security (CN&S) majors. The internet is generally the medium used for attacks that exploit the security vulnerabilities in computer and network systems. So, a certificate in Web Applications Development is a natural fit for CN&S majors. The 15-credit certificate includes the sequence of five courses necessary to design and build advanced web applications. CN&S majors can use their technology elective and free electives to complete the certificate within their current course requirements. Here is the five-course sequence to get an additional certificate with your CN&S...

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  • The Master of Science degree program in the College of Technology has seen tremendous growth in the last year. We are happy to welcome Dr. Charles M. Poplos as the new adjunct program coordinator for graduate students at Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst. He is retired from both the military and Delaware Technical & Community College. Dr. Poplos completed his doctorate degree in education at Wilmington University. His bachelor’s degree is from the University of Maryland, and he has masters’ degrees from Angelo State University and University of Oklahoma.  Dr. Poplos brings a wealth of experience in information systems technology,...

    Dr. Charles M. Poplos becomes Graduate Student Program Coordinator

    Posted on January 31, 2012 | No Comments
    The Master of Science degree program in the College of Technology has seen tremendous growth in the last year. We are happy to welcome Dr. Charles M. Poplos as the new adjunct program coordinator for graduate students at Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst. He is retired from both the military and Delaware Technical & Community College. Dr. Poplos completed his doctorate degree in education at Wilmington University. His bachelor’s degree is from the University of Maryland, and he has masters’ degrees from Angelo State University and University of Oklahoma.  Dr. Poplos brings a wealth of experience in information systems technology,...

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  • On Friday, January 29, Wilmington University’s College of Technology was officially initiated into the Epsilon Pi Tau International Honor Society. Epsilon Pi Tau recognizes academic excellence of students in fields devoted to the study of technology and the preparation of practitioners for the technology professions. The College of Technology’s local chapter, Delta Lambda, becomes the 127th chapter of Epsilon Pi Tau. Elayne M. Starkey, Chief Security Officer, State of Delaware, Department of Technology and Information, was the distinguished guest speaker at the initiation ceremony. Dr. Thomas P. Bell, Regional Director of Epsilon Pi Tau, conducted the initiation ceremony. In order...

    College of Technology Inducted in Epsilon Pi Tau International Honor Society

    Posted on January 31, 2012 | No Comments
    On Friday, January 29, Wilmington University’s College of Technology was officially initiated into the Epsilon Pi Tau International Honor Society. Epsilon Pi Tau recognizes academic excellence of students in fields devoted to the study of technology and the preparation of practitioners for the technology professions. The College of Technology’s local chapter, Delta Lambda, becomes the 127th chapter of Epsilon Pi Tau. Elayne M. Starkey, Chief Security Officer, State of Delaware, Department of Technology and Information, was the distinguished guest speaker at the initiation ceremony. Dr. Thomas P. Bell, Regional Director of Epsilon Pi Tau, conducted the initiation ceremony. In order...

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  • From Dean Guthrie, It may be winter, but the College of Technology at Wilmington University is busy with many new and exciting events. On Friday, January 27, 2012, the College of Technology inducted the first 32 students into the Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society during our inaugural ceremony, which also included the induction of faculty. Epsilon Pi Tau is a national honor society recognizing technology programs and students. Students must meet rigorous requirements ranging from academic achievement, to character and service. The first ceremony was conducted by the Millersville University (PA) Beta Phi Chapter officiated by Dr. Tom Bell, a...

    From the Dean…

    Posted on January 31, 2012 | No Comments
    From Dean Guthrie, It may be winter, but the College of Technology at Wilmington University is busy with many new and exciting events. On Friday, January 27, 2012, the College of Technology inducted the first 32 students into the Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society during our inaugural ceremony, which also included the induction of faculty. Epsilon Pi Tau is a national honor society recognizing technology programs and students. Students must meet rigorous requirements ranging from academic achievement, to character and service. The first ceremony was conducted by the Millersville University (PA) Beta Phi Chapter officiated by Dr. Tom Bell, a...

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  • Because of the popularity of apps for handheld devices, the Web Information Systems (WIS) program will offer two new electives in the fall: JavaScript Development and Handheld App Development. James P. White (J. P.) is developing the new courses. J. P. is currently an adjunct instructor in the Web Information Systems program and an Associate in the Global Technology & Infrastructure group at J. P. Morgan Chase. The new two-course sequence will be offered in block 1 and block 2 in the fall. Students, who have taken WIS100 – Basic to Intermediate Web Design, will be eligible to enroll in...

    Got an iPhone, iPad, or Android Device? Learn How to Create your own Apps!

    Posted on January 31, 2012 | No Comments
    Because of the popularity of apps for handheld devices, the Web Information Systems (WIS) program will offer two new electives in the fall: JavaScript Development and Handheld App Development. James P. White (J. P.) is developing the new courses. J. P. is currently an adjunct instructor in the Web Information Systems program and an Associate in the Global Technology & Infrastructure group at J. P. Morgan Chase. The new two-course sequence will be offered in block 1 and block 2 in the fall. Students, who have taken WIS100 – Basic to Intermediate Web Design, will be eligible to enroll in...

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