William Jessup University
William Jessup University is a Christian liberal arts university located in Rocklin, California with an additional site in San Jose, California. The university had 1280 students during the 2011-12 academic year, 942 being full-time equivalents. Address: 2121 University Ave, Rocklin, CA 95765 Undergraduate tuition and fees: 26,480 USD (2015–16) Acceptance rate: 76.1% (2015–16) Total enrollment: 1,318 (2016) Campus: SuburbanPlace name: : : : Website: : : Category: : Website: http://jessup.edu/ Category: University Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.
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William Jessup University Employees
Western Seminary 2008 - Present
William Jessup University September 2005 - Present
William Jessup University - School of Professional Studies 2005 - Present
MFT in private practice 2001 - Present
Skills
Family Therapy, Psychotherapy, Adolescents, Counseling Psychology, Life Transitions, Psychology, Therapists, Group Therapy, Public Speaking, Mental Health Counseling, Mental Health, CBT, Play Therapy
Education
Western Seminary 1998 — 2001
Master of Arts (MA), Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Point Loma Nazarene University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Applied Communications
KB Home April 2015 - Present
William Jessup University July 2010 - April 2015
California State Assembly August 2008 - July 2010
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2008
BA, Sociology
Alternative Telecom Solutions April 2013 - Present
William Jessup University March 2013 - June 2013
William Jessup University August 2012 - May 2013
William Jessup University August 2010 - May 2013
Reedley College January 2010 - January 2010
Kingsburg Gun Club June 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Theology, Music, Social Media, Biblical Studies, Intercultural Studies, Research, Microsoft Word, Clarinet, Ancient Greek, American Sign Language, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Teaching
Education
William Jessup University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bible and Theology
Reedley College 2009 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies, Summa Cum Laude
William Jessup University August 2011 - Present
Skills
Library, Library Instruction, Library Science
Education
San Jose State University 2013 — 2015
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS)
William Jessup University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English
Esotechnics August 2014 - Present
Elyon Enterprise Strategies, Inc. November 2013 - Present
The Reformed Libertarian November 2012 - Present
Zachman International 2014 - 2014
Elyon Enterprise Strategies, Inc. November 2012 - November 2013
William Jessup University August 2010 - January 2011
Vector2008-2011 April 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Leadership, Marketing, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Public Relations, Management, Online Marketing, Sales, Event Planning, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Business Strategy, Web Design, Entrepreneurship, Advertising, Small Business, Training, Leadership Development, Nonprofits, Event Management, Email Marketing, Retail, Coaching, Research, Teaching, Product Development, Facebook, Fundraising, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Marketing Communications, Business Architecture, Business Analysis, Blogging, Troubleshooting, User Interface Design, User Experience, Stakeholder Engagement
Education
William Jessup University 2010 — 2014
Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Sierra College 2011 — 2012
Economics
Del Oro High School Class of 2010 2009 — 2010
Diploma
William Jessup University September 2013 - Present
Oklahoma Christian University August 2010 - August 2012
Pediatric Dentistry of OK: William G. Bozalis, D.D.S. January 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Student Affairs, Student Recruiting, Recruiting, Higher Education, Admissions, Program Development, Social Networking, Research, Community Outreach, Teaching, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Leadership, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking
Education
Oklahoma Christian University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Shasta Community College 2005 — 2006
General Studies
Tidewater Community College January 2003 - Present
US Air Force June 1997 - Present
United States Air Force June 1997 - Present
William Jessup University July 2009 - May 2013
Beacon College May 2000 - May 2002
Skills
Air Force, Military, Security Clearance, DoD, Military Experience, National Security, Command, Military Operations, Defense, Organizational..., Government, Army, Government Contracting, Top Secret, Operational Planning, Federal Government, Program Management, Policy, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Religion, Theology, Training
Education
United States Air Force, Air University 2012 — 2013
Master's Degree, Military Operational Art and Science/Studies
Regent Univeristy 2003 — 2007
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Organizational Leadership, PhD ABD
Regent University 1993 — 1996
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Practical Theology
University of California, Davis 1988 — 1992
English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
Texas Reliability Entity, Inc. July 2015 - Present
Western Electricity Coordinating Council October 2013 - Present
Lafayette Utilities System March 2012 - September 2013
Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts June 2008 - March 2011
Axia College of University of Phoenix September 2005 - June 2008
William Jessup University August 2000 - August 2005
Hindsight January 1996 - December 2002
Western Seminary - San Jose Campus 1998 - 2000
U.S. Navy May 1983 - December 1988
Skills
Power Plant Operations, Electrical, Microsoft Office, Supervisory Skills, Administration, Research, Teaching, Power Plants, Engineering, Nuclear, Electricians, Training, Military, Management, Leadership, Preventive Maintenance, Nuclear Engineering, Project Planning, Power Generation, Team Building, Energy, Troubleshooting, Electrical Engineering, Navy
Education
Temple University 1992 — 1998
Ph.D.
Western Seminary 1989 — 1992
M.Div.
Naval Nuclear Prototype Training 1983 — 1984
None, Nuclear Propulsion
Naval Nuclear Power School 1983 — 1983
None, Nuclear Propulsion
Texas A&M University 1979 — 1983
B.S., Industrial Engineering
William Jessup University August 2011 - Present
PME Resources November 2012 - May 2013
Hole in the Wall Restaurant May 2012 - August 2012
Campus by the Sea May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Publisher, Photoshop, Human Resources, Project Management, Phone Etiquette, Photocopier, Team-oriented, Customer Service, Hospitality, Written & Verbal..., Telephone Skills
Education
William Jessup University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Santa Rosa Junior College 2010 — 2011
Big 5 Sporting Goods September 2013 - August 2014
William Jessup University August 2012 - December 2012
William Jessup University 2010 - 2012
Skills
Editing, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Martial Arts, Receptionist Duties, Library, Research, Time Management, Schedules, Academic Tutoring, Teaching
Education
Trinity College, Dublin 2014 — 2015
Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), Popular Literature
Oxford University 2013 — 2013
William Jessup University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Bayside Church Lincoln Campus August 2014 - March 2015
Bayside June 2007 - August 2014
Bayside Church 2012 - 2013
William Jessup University 2006 - 2008
Skills
Discipleship, Public Speaking, Theology, Community Outreach, Preaching, Biblical Studies, Pastoral Care, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Religion, Youth Ministry, Apologetics, Leadership Development, Evangelism, Teaching, Conflict Resolution, Church Events, Church Growth, Missions, Pastoring, Ministry Development, Expository Preaching, Pastoral, Program Development, Religious Studies, Fundraising, Non-profits, Church Consulting, Pastoral Counseling, Spiritual Direction, Psychotherapy, Pastors, Youth Leadership, Philosophy of Religion, Hermeneutics, College Ministry, Systematic Theology, Christian Ethics, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Organizational...
Education
Vanguard University of Southern California 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Leadership & Spiritual Formation
North Park Theological Seminary 2012 — 2014
Foundational certificate, Theology and Religious Vocations
National University Sacramento 1995 — 1997
MA, Counseling Psychology
UC Davis 1985 — 1989
BS
William Jessup University October 2013 - Present
Starbucks October 2011 - October 2013
jcpenney November 2012 - January 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Computers, Telephone Skills, Childcare, Cleaning, Organization, Friendly Personality, Eco Friendly, Productive Teams, Social Media, Creativity
Education
William Jessup University 2013 — 2014
Counseling Psychology
San Joaquin Delta College 2011 — 2013
General Studies
William Jessup University October 2008 - Present
LHPR April 2006 - September 2008
GoldRush Communication January 2000 - April 2001
UB Networks November 1994 - March 1996
Lockheed Missiles and Space Company June 1982 - December 1983
Skills
Community Outreach, Media Relations, Public Relations, Community Development, Journalism, Newsletters, Editing, Nonprofits, Event Planning
Education
San Jose State University
Master's of Science, Journalism and Mass Communication
William Jessup University August 2010 - Present
Self-Employed August 2010 - Present
Options For Youth January 2010 - Present
eTeacher June 2008 - Present
Southern California Orthopedic Institute August 2005 - May 2006
Home City Ice 2002 - 2002
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, Research, Higher Education, Tutoring, History, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, University Teaching
Education
The Hebrew University 2006 — 2008
M.A., Ancient Near Eastern History and Hebrew Bible
The Master's College 2001 — 2005
B.A., Biblical Languages
The Eternity Challenge March 2015 - Present
Bayside of South Sacramento (BOSS) July 2013 - January 2015
Heartland Community Church October 2012 - June 2013
Hilmar Covenant Church August 2010 - August 2012
Infuze Marketing January 2010 - July 2010
Hope Christian Church May 2007 - November 2008
Impact Community Church September 2004 - September 2006
William Jessup University September 2004 - December 2004
Morello Hills Christian Church May 2002 - September 2004
Blue Train 2001 - 2002
Skills
Non-profits, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Social Media, Preaching, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Public Relations, Editing, Discipleship, Psychotherapy, Volunteer Management, Pastoral Care, Theology, Religion, Biblical Studies, Nonprofits
Education
William Jessup University 2003 — 2005
B. S., Christian Leadership
University of San Francisco 1993 — 1995
M. A., Writing
Siena Heights University 1973 — 1977
B. A., Business & English
Maxim Healthcare Services July 2015 - Present
Granite Bay Golf Course November 2014 - June 2015
Starbucks June 2014 - October 2014
Adventure Christian Church September 2013 - June 2014
William Jessup University August 2012 - January 2014
Central Christian Church June 2013 - August 2013
YMCA June 2012 - August 2012
Jamba Juice May 2011 - January 2012
The Home Depot April 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Goal Oriented, Time Management, People-oriented, Integrity, Social Skills, Friendly Personality, Creative Writer, Cashiering, Team-oriented, Clear Communications, Management, Critical Thinking, Close Attention to..., Inventory, Organization, Telephone Skills, Determination, Accountability, People Skills, Patience, Phone Etiquette, Cash Register, Teamwork, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Public Speaking
Education
William Jessup University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
West Valley College 2011 — 2011
San Jose State University 2010 — 2011
Sociology
Folsom Lake College January 2014 - Present
William Jessup University August 2013 - Present
Folsom Cordova Unified School District August 1988 - June 2013
Skills
Curriculum Development, Physics, Classroom, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Tutoring, Teaching, Higher Education, Lesson Planning
Education
University of California, Santa Cruz
Master of Science (MS), Astronomy
University of Rochester
Bachelor of Science (BS), Astrophysics
Deloitte June 2015 - Present
William Jessup University August 2012 - Present
Agilent Technologies June 2014 - August 2014
Scott & Baldwin, CPAs January 2014 - May 2014
Vision Soccer Training January 2013 - February 2014
William Jessup University September 2013 - January 2014
Santa Rosa Bible Church December 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Communication, Basic Computer..., Integrity, Time Management, Business, Soccer, Basic Android..., Writing, Business Writing, Project Management, Goal Oriented, Analytical Skills, Auditing, Internal Audit, Public Speaking, Marketing, Customer Service, Teamwork
Education
William Jessup University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science, Business Accounting and Marketing, Junior
Moody Bible Institute 2012 — 2012
Bible/Biblical Studies
Santa Rosa Junior College 2012 — 2012
Accounting
Oklahoma Wesleyan University 2011 — 2011
Leadership
Belhaven University 2009 — 2011
University of Colorado Colorado Springs 2010 — 2010
William Jessup University October 2014 - Present
Jessup Psychology Club May 2014 - July 2015
Oak Avenue Free Methodist Church June 2012 - November 2014
William Jessup University May 2013 - August 2014
Jessup Psychological Honors Society May 2013 - May 2014
California Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry March 2010 - June 2013
Skills
Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Psychology, Student Affairs, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Office, Student Leadership, Academic Advising, Editing, Data Entry, Social Media, Data Analysis, Counseling Psychology, Office Administration, Facebook, Mental Health, Adolescents, Church Events, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Community Development, Community Relations, Team Leadership, Leadership, Research, Teaching
Education
Western Seminary 2015 — 2019
Master’s Degree, Marriage and Family Therapy
William Jessup University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Counseling Psychology
Sierra College 2009 — 2011
Behavioral Sciences
Casa Roble 2005 — 2009
High School, Regular/General High School/Secondary Diploma Program
William Jessup University July 2015 - Present
Starbucks October 2011 - August 2014
Skills
Research, Writing, Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Leadership, PowerPoint
Education
William Jessup University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, English Language and Literature, Teaching and Creative Writing Concentrations, Senior
University of Oxford 2014 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, English Language and Literature, General, Junior
Educational Media Foundation - K-LOVE & Air1 Media Networks June 2015 - Present
William Jessup University August 2014 - June 2015
Power Position Group, Inc. January 2014 - April 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Photoshop, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Illustrator, Nonprofits, Marketing, Graphic Design
Education
University of Oxford 2013 — 2013
Bible and Theology; Philosophy
William Jessup University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration; Bible and Theology, Outstanding Business Graduate, 3.90 GPA, Summa Cum Laude
Tucker Travel October 2008 - Present
William Jessup University January 2012 - April 2013
William Jessup University November 2004 - December 2011
Sunset Whitney Country Club 1997 - 2003
Caseywood Corporation 1990 - 1997
Skills
Community Outreach, Business Networking, Organization, Leadership, Travel Planning, Travel Writing, Cruise Planning, Project Planning, Budgets, Higher Education, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Marketing, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Training, Customer Service, Cruises, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Small Business
Education
Sierra College 1972 — 2005
Business, French
William Jessup University April 2015 - Present
Trader Joe's October 2009 - Present
Educare August 2009 - December 2013
Sky Research November 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Teaching, Research, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Public Speaking, Training, Project Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Editing, Sales, Curriculum Development, Consultative Selling, Strategic Thinking, Curriculum Design, Nonprofits, Microsoft Excel
Education
Trinity International University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Education, 3.92
STEM Expo 2008 - Present
William Jessup University May 2007 - Present
AIMS Education Foundation September 1988 - Present
Hooked on Solar 2013 - 2014
Project Wild January 2001 - January 2012
Project Wild January 2001 - January 2012
Project Wild January 2001 - 2012
MESA Sacramento August 2005 - August 2007
Roseville Arts 2004 - 2007
California State University, Sacramento 2003 - 2007
Skills
Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Classroom, Teacher Training, Teaching, Program Management, Coaching, Public Speaking, Staff Development, E-Learning, Leadership, Research, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Workshop Facilitation
Education
Curtin University 1995 — 2002
Sci.Ed.D. Science Education, 2002
Curtin University 1995 — 2002
Sci.Ed.D, Science Education
Curtin University 1995 — 2002
Sci.Ed.D, Science Education
Curtin University of Technology 1995 — 2002
Doctorate, Science Education, Science Education, Learning Environments
San Jose State University 1978 — 2002
B.A, Natural Sciences; Administrative
San Jose State University 1978 — 2002
B.A, Natural Sciences; Science Education
Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship 1995 — 1996
Science Education
Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship 1995 — 1996
Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship
San Jose State University 1974 — 1984
M.A, Education; Administration and Supervision
William Jessup University January 2015 - Present
David J. Punt, CPA, CTP April 2014 - Present
Church Resource Ministries June 2011 - April 2014
Calvary Chapel Rancho Santa Margarita January 2010 - June 2011
World Vision November 2009 - December 2010
Saddleback Church November 2007 - December 2009
Countrywide Financial Corp January 2006 - November 2007
Evangelical Christian Credit Union 2002 - 2006
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP 1999 - 2002
St. Joseph Health System 1998 - 1999
Skills
Cash Management, Financial Reporting, Finance, Strategic Financial..., Auditing, Accounting, Executive Management, Internal Controls, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Team Building, Banking, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Budgets, Leadership Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Nonprofits, Treasury Management
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1997 — 1999
BA, Business Economics, Accounting Minor
University of California, San Diego 1994 — 1996
Economics, Economics
Calvary Chapel Bible College
Sourcebits, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Blue Rocket Inc. January 2014 - June 2014
Vega January 2013 - November 2013
InterSchola July 2011 - December 2012
Team One Networking January 2006 - September 2012
William Jessup University April 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Sales, Training, Social Media, Community Outreach, Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Sports, Social Networking, Event Management, Coaching
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1996 — 2000
Master of Arts (MA), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
University of Phoenix September 2014 - Present
William Jessup University 2005 - Present
William Jessup University September 2011 - September 2014
Indiana Wesleyan University 2009 - January 2013
William Jessup University July 2010 - August 2011
Ovation Solutions 2006 - 2009
Oracle 1997 - 2005
Skills
Coaching, Non-profits, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Marketing, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Business Strategy, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Teaching, Learning Management..., Microsoft Office, Organizational..., Student Affairs, Public Speaking, Program Development, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Research, Strategic Alliances, Healthcare, Staff Development, Team Building, Adult Education, Community Outreach, Start-ups, Microsoft Excel, Curriculum Development, Program Management, Curriculum Design, Web 2.0, Change Management, Customer Service, Volunteer Management
Education
Pepperdine University 2011 — 2014
Ed.D., Organizational Leadership
The University of New Mexico - Robert O. Anderson School of Management 1991 — 1995
MBA
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 1978 — 1981
B.S., Computer Science
Shippensburg High School 1974 — 1978
high school, college prep
William Jessup University Prof. of History and ArchaeologyWilliam Jessup University1998 - 2011
San Jose Christian College 1996 - 2004
Skills
Archaeology, History, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Teaching, Student Affairs, University Teaching, Program Development, Biblical Hebrew, World History, Adult Education, Academic Advising
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1983 — 1992
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Ancient History and Mediterranean Archaeology
Bethel Church July 2012 - January 2014
iML (Integrated Memory Logic) June 2012 - July 2012
Act 1/Apple One September 2011 - February 2012
William Jessup University July 2009 - June 2011
Force10 Networks, Inc. July 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Executive Support, Excellent Interpersonal..., Multi-Line Phone, Multi-line Phone, Management, Leadership, Nonprofits, Data Entry, Outlook, Time Management, Budgets, Customer Service, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Training, Microsoft Office, Software Documentation, Interviews, Human Resources
Education
William Jessup University 2009 — 2011
BS, Business Administration
San Jose State University 2004 — 2005
Music Education
West Valley College 2001 — 2004
AA, Liberal Arts
Wiliam Jessup University 2013 - Present
William Jessup University 1990 - Present
William Jessup University 1999 - Present
William Jessup University 1999 - 2006
William Jessup University 1985 - 1990
Skills
Teaching, Research, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Curriculum Development, Community Outreach, Curriculum Design, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Student Affairs, Adult Education, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Editing, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Team Building
Education
University of San Francisco
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Organization & Leadership
San Jose State University
Master's Degree, Library Science
William Jessup University
Bachelor's Degree, Bible & Theology
William Jessup University August 2003 - Present
Skills
Curriculum Design, Teaching, Adult Education, Higher Education, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Leadership, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Creative Writing, Leadership Development, Community Outreach, Staff Development, Program Development
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1981 — 1985
Ph,D., Business
William Jessup University August 2006 - Present
Open Door Libraries January 1974 - Present
Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Teaching, Public Speaking
Education
University of Denver 1964 — 1966
B.A., Latin American Studies
Ozark Christian College
B.A., M.A., Biblical Studies and Ministry
San Francisco State University
M.A., International Relations
American River Bank July 2013 - February 2014
William Jessup University March 2013 - February 2014
Amherst College May 2012 - January 2013
TD Bank January 2009 - October 2012
University of Massachusetts Amherst March 2010 - September 2011
Starbucks July 2001 - May 2009
Skills
MARC, DACS, LCSH, EAD, Archivist's Toolkit, Microsoft Office, HTML, Mac OS X, Photoshop, Research, Archives, Databases
Education
Simmons College 2010 — 2012
Master of Science (M.S.), Library Science Archives Concentration
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History