Stephen Jones Associate Dean College of Engineering Villanova Un, SAJ Publishing, www.studyskills2u.com
Location:
Springfield,
PA United States Joined:
May 25th, 2005
Dr. Stephen Jones is an outstanding educator who has spent his career helping economically disadvantaged students to succeed in college. Dr. Jones received his Bachelors Degree in Community Psychology from Widener University, Masters in Education from Howard University, Masters in Business Administration from Philadelphia University, and a Doctorate in Education from Widener University. He has been instrumental in helping thousands of students to realize their dream to earn a degree.
For twenty-six years, Dr. Jones has delivered presentations on numerous topics including how to study, leadership, effective communication, and innovative management practices. He is the author of two books one is titled “Seven Secrets of How to Study” and the second is the “Parent’s Ultimate Education Guide.” The book provides an easy understanding of the seven pillars that are essential to learning effective study techniques. After twenty five years of working in higher education, he decided to create a tool to help K12 students to achieve their goal to graduate. Working with students has enabled Dr. Jones to have a complete understanding of the challenges they are facing.
Dr. Jones is currently Associate Dean of Students and Strategic Planning at Villanova University and CEO of SAJ Publishing. He is also Associate Pastor of Christ Community Church, Philadelphia, Pa. For thirteen years he worked at Drexel University as Director of the SUCCESS/ACT101 program. He has received numerous awards for his dedication to students. Some of his awards include Distinguished Toast Master, Toastmasters District Award Winner, National Society of Black Engineers Award and Black Engineer of the Year Award. The Drexel University chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers recently named an award after him to acknowledge his efforts. The award is titled the Dr. Stephen Jones Award for Academic Excellence. It is presented to a student who has demonstrated academic excellence throughout their enrollment.
Dr. Stephen Jones has dedicated his life to diminishing the academic gap that prevents students from achieving their dreams. Within a span of twenty years he has used his understanding of students to help each of them to reach their full potential. He has reshaped the landscape for students whose families lack the financial resources for their students to remain in college. He has broken the barriers that have limited the intellectual capacity of America’s future workforce. To find out more visit www.studyskills2u.com and www.blogtalkradio.com/dr-stephen-jones
I travel around the country giving seminars for students, teachers, colleges and community groups. My website is www.studyskils2u.com
Life & Professional Aspirations:
I desire to help thousands of students to complete a college degree. I want to encourage parents, teachers, principals and college educators to have passion for their students.
I am the owner of SAJ Publishing company. I have published three books the "Seven Secrets of How to Study," the "Parents Ultimate Education Guide" and the Ultimate Scholarship Guide." www.studyskils2u.com
Widener University Doctorate in Education 1995
Philadelphia University MBA 1988
Howard University Masters in Counseling 1983
Widener University BA Psycholagy 1981
Most Memorable Moment:
Marriage to my wife Adele
Birth of my son and daughter
Becoming a Chriastian
Football National Championship 1977
Widener University
High School: University City High School in Philadelphia, PA
class of 1977
Activities & Accomplishments:
National Honor Society
Football Team Captain
Mantua Community Volunteer
Belmont Playgound Program Coordinator
Best Memories:
I was encouraged by all of the teachers who were enthusiastic about preparing us for college. They never let us think that we were not going to graduate and accomplish great things.
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I have established a partnership with AcademicOne an online tutoring service. AcademicOne provides live tutors to supplement student instruction in grades K-12 / community colleges / technical school ...more
Posted by Stephen Jones on December 22nd, 2009 • 1,152 Views
We are about to end another decade and its time to pursue education at its highest level. For centuries education has been the foundation for the growth of a successful society. So what is your edu ...more
Posted by Stephen Jones on December 20th, 2009 • 1,140 Views
Too many students of all ages struggle with math. I have discovered that math is the foundation for success in many professions. We need to all do our part to help students to succeed in math course ...more
Posted by Stephen Jones on November 9th, 2009 • 1,401 Views
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hambrick Amanda on 05/15/2012
Good to read about a person dedicated to teaching our young people, and yes, even our young adults. You have a very impressive story and history. May God continue to Bless Your Process. Keep on, keeping on.
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WILLIE DYCKS on 06/17/2011
Greetings, honor 2 meet your acquaintance. I hope 2 find all is well 4 u & your family. I pray 4 continued best n your present & future continual aspirations & endeavors. God Bless, sincerest Rattla Alum
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WILLIAM W. HEMMANS III on 09/23/2008
Can't do it. This is my own guilty pleasure, lol.
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