Dr. Kristen Miller
Full-Time Associate Professor, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Education
- Ph.D. in Astronomy
- University of Maryland, College Park
- M.S. in Astronomy
- University of Maryland, College Park
- B.S. in Physics
- Brigham Young University
Positions Held
2019 - Present
Allen Community College
Adjunct Instructor
2017 - Present
Lonestar Community College
Adjunct Professor
2016 - Present
Iowa Western Community College
Instructor
2011 - Present
Ocean County College
Asst. Adjunct Professor
2008 - 2019
The Pennsylvania State University
Instructor
2008 - 2011
Penn State World Campus
Adjunct Professor
2005 - 2007
The Pennsylvania State University
Instructor
Presentations
The Efficacy of Laboratory Exercises in Achieving Undergraduate Learning Outcomes in Online Astronomy Classes
AAC&U STEM Education conference
November 7, 2020
Supernova Search with the APUS Observatory
Space Education and Strategic Applications Conference
October 16, 2020
The APUS Supernova Search Program: A Scientific Leadership and Research Opportunity for Graduate and Undergraduate Students
International Astronautical Conference 2019
October 21, 2019
The APUS Supernova Search Program: Getting Undergraduate Students Excited About Astronomy
AAS Meeting 233
January 8, 2019
Certifications and Licensure
December 3, 2020
CITI - Social & Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI)
January 24, 2018
CITI - Social & Behavioral Research - Basic/Refresher
Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program)
Awards & Honors
June 18, 2020
Outstanding Leadership
APUS
American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA)
May 1, 2011
Award to Promote Teaching Excellence
Conroe Independent School District
This award recognizes individuals for excellence in teaching and service to the school district and community.
September 1, 1995
Award to Promote Teaching Excellence
University of Maryland
This course was designed to recognize superior accomplishments in undergraduate instruction. It included both merit and professional development components.