Melody Carducci

Melody Carducci

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Academic Advisor at Purdue University Polytechnic

  • Education

    • Purdue University Polytechnic

      2017 - 2019
      Master's degree Leadership and Innovation

      Masters in Leadership and Innovation. Focused on emerging trends in leadership, and the use of technology to drive change.

    • Purdue University

      1983 - 1993
      Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education and Teaching

      Activities and Societies: Purdue Film Society Studied Elementary education with a focus on the emerging technologies and how they affect traditional classroom education.

    • Purdue University

      1983 - 1993
      Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification Lean Six process improvement
    • Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis

      2002 - 2002
      Healthcare Manager Certification Certificate

      Devloped skills related to data driven management in Healthcare, focused on Managed Care, and lean principles

  • Experience

    • Heritage Middle School

      Aug 1997 - May 1998
      Teacher

      Managed middle school computer resources, including setting up lab, diagnosing and troubleshooting network issues, provided help and support for standalone PC's in teacher classrooms Developed and taught an overview curriculum in keyboarding, data base management, basic programming and basic computer skills to grades 6, 7, and 8. Provided written evaluations of student progress quarterly and met with parents to discuss student progress or discipline issues.• Set lab of 25 from new in box equipment to full functioning networked lab.• Maintained Classroom records, and lesson plans.• Provided cross curriculum instruction in lab when requested by other teachers.• Voted "Favorite New Teacher" by 7th grade class. Show less

    • Fransiscan Alliance

      Aug 1998 - Jan 2009
      Healthcare Manager

      Supervised two managers, and up to twenty five employees. I was responsible for all aspects of recordkeeping and reporting of radiology exams, as well as customer service, and cooperation between departments that impacted patient care. Hired, and trained all entry level clerical staff, and assisted with the orientation of new technologists and mentoring of students enrolled in the Radiology program with IvyTech.• Decreased man hours needed per unit of service 65 percent by implementation of electronic record keeping. I managed a budget within designated parameters, implemented programs to look for waste and decrease expenditures, as well as budget cutting measures when necessary.• Developed schedules that allowed increased hours of service without increasing needed full time employees.• Completed Indiana Certificate of Healthcare Management, at Indiana University, Indianapolis campus. November 2002• Developed training objectives and mentorship program for new employees.• Served on the chart review committee to survey completeness and accuracy of medical record, to maintain hospital accreditation.• Functioned as department super user in implementation of all new software, and electronic recordkeeping initiatives.• I planned events including but not limited to yearly Disaster Drills (4 years), Rad Tech Week (4 Years), Employee Picnic, and Employee Recreational Trips (4 Years). Show less

    • Purdue University

      Nov 2009 - Sept 2019

      I provide program administration for the self-supporting, non-traditional online classroom courses for non-degree students. Monitor program compliance, provide reports, authorize payments and close accounts. Participate in marketing and promotional activities. Oversee registration, logistics and enrollment accuracy. Work with faculty, instructors and program leads to plan credit and non-credit programs. Oversee website updates and accuracy. Administratively supervise support staff and students.Program Administration*Monitor all aspects of programs to ensure that they are conducted in accordance with University policies and procedures, as well as, applicable state and federal regulations. *Coordinate logistics including instructional space reservations, housing reservations, refreshments, instructional equipment and materials, and on-site registrations. Assist with marketing of programs, including brochure production, press releases, etc.*Answer students' non-academic questions and work to resolve their problems as needed.*Oversee registration procedures.*Ensure that credit-seeking students are appropriately entered in the Registrar's system and provide program summary information to academic staff, including financial and enrollment summaries.*Authorize all payments made on behalf of the program.*Assist in evaluating programs and other follow-up activities.*Coordinate with the Purdue Extended Campus (PEC) Business Office for timely and accurate closings of program accounts.Program Development*Coordinate with faculty, instructors and program supervisors to plan credit courses and non-credit programs. Planning activities can include selecting of times and locations, determining fees, marketing and overall budgeting.*Prepare letters of agreement and budgets on behalf of the department, outlining responsibilities of the parties and fiscal arrangements.*Work with the Registrar and Bursar to set up courses and accounts. Show less

      • Online Program Specialist

        Nov 2016 - Sept 2019
      • Program Administrator

        Jan 2013 - Nov 2016
      • Clerk

        Nov 2009 - Jan 2013
    • Purdue University, College of Education

      Nov 2016 - now
      Online Program Specialist

      I provide support, and administration services to fully online Graduate and Certificate and Licensure programs. Support includes but not limited to, student communication, and tracking. Limited Term Lecturer hiring and tracking. Financial and enrollment reporting. Accreditation support. Textbook, and material management. Accessiblity tracking and compliance. Graduation and recognition planning. I alos teach a Foundations of Online Learning course to MSED students in our online program.

    • Purdue University Polytechnic

      Sept 2019 - now
      Academic Advisor
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt

      Purdue University
      Sept 2013
      View certificate certificate
    • Indiana Healthcare Manager

      IUPUI School of Health & Human Sciences
      Nov 2002
    • Prompt Engineering

      Purdue University Online
      Aug 2025
      View certificate certificate
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Melody Carducci
      Master's Student of the Year Indiana Council of Continuing Education Sep 2018 This award is open to non-traditional adult learners that meet the following criteria:Examples of different institutional definitions include: being at least 25 years of age; having interrupted progress toward an educational objective for a minimum of a three-year period after high school; having combined work (loosely defined: could mean single parenting, etc.) and schooling on a continuous basis for a period of several years.Maintained an academic achievement of a minimum of a… Show more This award is open to non-traditional adult learners that meet the following criteria:Examples of different institutional definitions include: being at least 25 years of age; having interrupted progress toward an educational objective for a minimum of a three-year period after high school; having combined work (loosely defined: could mean single parenting, etc.) and schooling on a continuous basis for a period of several years.Maintained an academic achievement of a minimum of a “B” average or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.Have volunteered or provided other service to campus and/or community; involved in leadership role or had a membership in campus organizations; served in student government, nontraditional or adult student groups; and/or tutored other students needing assistance.Retains personal characteristics which have helped the nominee overcome challenges to attend and/or complete an educational objective, e.g. associate, baccalaureate, or graduate degree. This criterion should illuminate the effort of nominated students in the light of their achievement and service activities.Graduated within one year of the award. Show less
    • Awarded to Melody Carducci
      Professional Staff Member of the year 2017 ICCE - Indiana Council for Continuing Educaiton Apr 2017 This Award signifies outstanding service to continuing education students or other nontraditional learners, the development of an innovative and successful program that serves a clear education need for nontraditional students, or a substantial career of service to continuing education. ICCE has a long standing tradition of recognizing excellence in continuing education.
    • Awarded to Melody Carducci
      Bravo Award Purdue Digital and Professional Education Dec 2014 Awarded for innovation and contributions that move the University forward.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Phone Volunteer

      Issued by Lafayette Crisis Center on May 1987
      Lafayette Crisis CenterAssociated with Melody Carducci
    • Member Board Of Directors

      Issued by Indiana Council of Continuing Education on Jan 2014
      Indiana Council of Continuing EducationAssociated with Melody Carducci
    • Foster Parent

      Issued by Buckeye Basset Rescue on Sept 2016
      Buckeye Basset RescueAssociated with Melody Carducci
    • Director of Missions

      Issued by Dayton United Methodist Church on Aug 1994
      Dayton United Methodist ChurchAssociated with Melody Carducci