Contact Information:

E-mail: briancsteinberg@hotmail.com or theallygroup@hotmail.com 

Instant Messenger:

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MSN: briancsteinberg 
Yahoo: briancraigsteinberg 

Education and Certifications

• ABD Doctorate of Education, Anticipated  Spring, 2009    Capella University, Minneapolis, MN
Concentration: Leadership in Higher Education.  Dissertation: Assessing and evaluating the overall effectiveness of Ally Safe Zones at small colleges. 

• Diversity Studies Graduate Certificate, Summer, 2007   Capella University, Minneapolis, MN

• State of Washington Certified Notary, March 2007-2011.

· Social Justice Training Institute  June 2002     Northampton, Massachusetts.

· Master of Arts in Geography ABT (All but Thesis)     University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa.  Major: Physical Geography     3.80 G.P.A. 

· Master of Arts in Education May 1999   University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, Iowa.  Major: Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs     3.95 G.P.A. 

· Microsoft FrontPage   December 1999   Western Dakota Technical Institute, Rapid City, South Dakota.

· Bachelor of Science Cum Laude   May 1995   Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, Michigan.  Major: Earth Science     Minor: Geology     3.5 G.P.A.

· I.P.S.  Diploma   June 1991   Abraham Lincoln High School, Brooklyn, New York.  Magnet I.P.S. Major: Science  Minors: English and History     (Institute for Professions in Science Program) Magnet School,  3.0 G.P.A.

BIO

Currently employed as the President of The Ally Group with two other Diversity Trainers / Associates (Gary Conner and R. Derrick Thomas). 

Brian is on the Faculty at The University of Phoenix teaching Cultural Diversity Courses.

Brian has had over 15 years of residence life experience at Central Michigan University, The University of Northern Iowa, Drake University, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Stony Brook University, The University of Connecticut, The University of Maryland, The University at Buffalo, and Waldorf College. He also has extensive experience in the private college apartment industry (Capstone and Campus Crest).

Brian received his B.S. in Earth Science and Geology from Central Michigan University, and his M.A. in Post Secondary Education: Student Affairs from The University of Northern Iowa. He is currently working on his dissertation for his PhD in Higher Education with Capella University. 

Brian has created many professional residence life Websites at The University of Northern Iowa, Drake University, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, Stony Brook University, and The University of Connecticut.  He also created http://www.residencehalldirector.com which is now hosted at: http://www.reslifepro.com, a premiere Website for College and University residence hall directors.  Brian's latest project is http://www.safezoneforall.com which is the very first international all inclusive ally safe zone program.

Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Brian's two greatest passions in life are Diversity Education and Training, and Technology.

Higher Education Experience

President
The Ally Group (Formally DiversityUnlimited), 1999 - to current.

Adjunct Faculty (Cultural Diversity)
Axia College of The University of Phoenix, 2008- to current.

General Manager
Campus Crest Communities 
The Grove @ Ellensburg, WA 2006 - 2008

International Student Advisor / Geography Instructor / Apartment Manager / Hall Director 
Waldorf College
2005-2006

Cook  Pancheros Mexican Grill, Cedar Falls, Iowa A WORKFORCE DIVERSITY EXPERIMENT 2005 modeled after Dr, Barbara Ehrenreich book entitled, "Nickel and Dimed."

Complex Director
University at Buffalo, 2004 - 2005

Assistant General Manager
Capstone Properties
University of Maryland, 2003 - 2004

Assistant Manager of Residence Life
Capstone Properties
University of Connecticut, 2002 - 2003

Director, Keller College Science and Engineering Living Learning Center.
Residence Hall Director
Division of Campus Residences
Department of Residential Programs
Stony Brook University, 2000 - 2002

Assistant Director of Residence Life
Residence Hall Director
Department of Residence Life
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, 1999 -  2000

Assistant Hall Coordinator
Department of Residence
University of Northern Iowa, 1997 - 1999

Instructor of Geography
Department of Geography
University of Northern Iowa, 1995 - 1998

Resident Assistant
Department of Residence
University of Northern Iowa, 1996 - 1997

Desk Receptionist
Robinson Hall
Central Michigan University, 1992 - 1995

Honors / Awards

• Facilitated Diversity Training  (Ally Safe Zone) to Faculty, Staff, and Students at The University of Wisconsin, Superior with The Ally Group (October, 2007).

• UMR-ACUHO 2006 Conference in Coralville, IA (October, 2006).

• On the Road for Education 10K Road Race (October 22, 2006). 44:40 Minutes. Came in 4th Place Overall. 1st Place in the 30-39 age group. Metal Received.

• 2006 ACPA/NASPA Program Reviewer.

• Pilot Knob 5 Mile Trail Race (September 16, 2006). 51 Minutes.

• “Building an Ally Safe Zone For All” Presented at the ELCA Developing Leaders to Champion Diversity Conference (September 2006) in Chicago, IL

• “Waldorf College Diversity Theme Month Celebrations” at the ELCA Developing Leaders to Champion Diversity Conference (September 2006) in Chicago, IL 

• “Ally Development and Research” Presented at the 2006 Waldorf College Inquirere.

• Mason City, Iowa PFLAG Presentation on being a friend to the LGBTA Community. (January 2006).

• Completed the Waldorf College Homecoming 5K Race (October 8, 2005).  Placed 1st Place.  Time 24:41.

• Pilot Knob 5 Mile Trail Race (September 15, 2005). 58 Minutes

• NASPA 2006 Program Reviewer

• Official KIMT Mason City Severe Weather Storm Spotter.

• “Ally Safe Zone Training” Presented at the January 2005 RA/AA/CA Winter Training: Building Inclusive Communities.

• “Inclusive Celebrations”  Presented at the January 2005 RA/AA/CA Winter Training: Building Inclusive Communities.

• “Diversity 101”  Presented to The University at Buffalo South Campus Residents of Goodyear Hall (November, 2004).

• “How to be an Ally and a Safe Zone University” Presented to Loyola University in New Orleans, LA (November, 2004).  The Ally Group (http://www.theallygroup.org). 

• Completed the 31st Annual University at Buffalo 2.2 Mile Turkey Trot (Sunday, November 14, 2004).  Placed 1st.  Time: 17:20.

• Inducted into the University at Buffalo NRHH (National Residence Hall Honorary) Bulls Chapter.  (November, 2004).

• “Breaking the Barriers of Community Development inside the UB Residence Halls and Apartments.” Fall 2004 RA/CA/AA Training.

• “Fire Prevention and Safety Seminar” Presented at the Hadley Village Community Center (April, 2004).

• Attended ACPA 2004 in Philadelphia, PA.

• University at Buffalo NRHA Spotlight of the Month (April, 2004).

• Completed  The Gail Gorin Memorial Turkey Trot (Thursday, November 27, 2003).  Placed Placed 169 out of 473.  Time: 25:08.

• Completed the 23rd Annual Terrapin Trot 5K Road Race in College Park, MD (Sunday, October 5, 2003).  Placed 157 out of 314.  Time: 26:36

• SJTI (Social Justice Training Institute) Alumni Panel in Northampton, MA (June, 2003).

• "Being An Ally For All" Pre-Conference Workshop at the 2003 NEACUHO Annual Conference at Stony Brook University (June, 2003).

• Attended ACPA 2003 in Minneapolis, MN.

• "Internet Addiction" Presented twice as a University of Connecticut Residence Life In-Service Event (Spring 2003).

• "Technology Roundtable" Presented at the 2002 NEACUHO Drive In Conference at Marist College (November, 2002).

• "Technology and Student Affairs" Presented with Stewart Brown from http://www.studentaffairs.com at the UConn Beyond The Books Conference (Nov, 2002).

• "Spirituality Programming inside of the Residence Halls" Presented twice as a University of Connecticut Residence Life In-Service Event (Fall 2002).

• SJTI (Social Justice Training Institute) Class of 2002.

· NEACUHO Outstanding Service Award (June 2002).

· Awarded Outstanding Program Award for best diversity program at the University of Northern Iowa 1999 RA Conference “Welcome to Acirema.” 

· Awarded Outstanding Program Award for best show and tell program at The University of Northern Iowa 1998 Resident Assistant Conference “How to Program using the Weather and Other Earth Science Phenomenon.”  Also presented at the 1998 UMR-ACUHO Conference in Springfield, MO.

· Awarded the University of Northern Iowa Department of Residence Outstanding Lifeskills Programming Achievement Award (1997-1998).

· Resident Assistant of the Month for November 1997 at the University of Northern Iowa.

· Do or Dye Program (A.I.D.S. Awareness and Safety) nominated as program of the month at the University of Northern Iowa for the month of March 1997.  Was also nominated to the MACURH for recognition of outstanding contributions to residence hall living.

· Awarded the Paul C. Kelso (former director of the University of Northern Iowa Student Counseling Services 1949-1978) Postsecondary Education: Student  Affairs Award for outstanding student with excellence in academics and exceptional promise as a student affairs professional (1997-1998 academic year).

Professional Development / Training / Presentations

• Facilitated Ally Safe Zone Diversity Training to Faculty, Staff, and Students at The University of Tennessee at Chatranooga with the Ally Group (June, 2008).

• Profiled in the Spring 2008 University of Northern Iowa PAWS Newsletter: http://www.uni.edu/coe/elcpe/postsecondaryed/resources/Spring08NL.pdf 

• Multicultural Expert for http://www.istudentaffairs.com 

• Facilitated Diversity Training  (Ally Safe Zone) to Faculty, Staff, and Students at The University of Wisconsin, Superior with The Ally Group (October, 2007).

• UMR-ACUHO 2006 Conference in Coralville, IA (October, 2006).
• On the Road for Education 10K Road Race (October 22, 2006). 44:40 Minutes. Came in 4th Place Overall. 1st Place in the 30-39 age group. Metal Received.

• 2006 ACPA/NASPA Program Reviewer.

• Pilot Knob 5 Mile Trail Race (September 16, 2006). 51 Minutes.

• “Building an Ally Safe Zone For All” Presented at the ELCA Developing Leaders to Champion Diversity Conference (September 2006) in Chicago, IL

• “Waldorf College Diversity Theme Month Celebrations” at the ELCA Developing Leaders to Champion Diversity Conference (September 2006) in Chicago, IL 

• “Ally Development and Research” Presented at the 2006 Waldorf College Inquirere.

• Mason City, Iowa PFLAG Presentation on being a friend to the LGBTA Community. (January 2006).

• Completed the Waldorf College Homecoming 5K Race (October 8, 2005).  Placed 1st Place.  Time 24:41.

• Pilot Knob 5 Mile Trail Race (September 15, 2005). 58 Minutes

• NASPA 2006 Program Reviewer

• Official KIMT Mason City Severe Weather Storm Spotter.

• “Ally Safe Zone Training” Presented at the January 2005 RA/AA/CA Winter Training: Building Inclusive Communities.

• “Inclusive Celebrations”  Presented at the January 2005 RA/AA/CA Winter Training: Building Inclusive Communities.

• “Diversity 101”  Presented to The University at Buffalo South Campus Residents of Goodyear Hall (November, 2004).

• “How to be an Ally and a Safe Zone University” Presented to Loyola University in New Orleans, LA (November, 2004).  The Ally Group (http://www.theallygroup.org). 

• Completed the 31st Annual University at Buffalo 2.2 Mile Turkey Trot (Sunday, November 14, 2004).  Placed 1st.  Time: 17:20.

• Inducted into the University at Buffalo NRHH (National Residence Hall Honorary) Bulls Chapter.  (November, 2004).

• “Breaking the Barriers of Community Development inside the UB Residence Halls and Apartments.” Fall 2004 RA/CA/AA Training.

• “Fire Prevention and Safety Seminar” Presented at the Hadley Village Community Center (April, 2004).

• Attended ACPA 2004 in Philadelphia, PA.

• University at Buffalo NRHA Spotlight of the Month (April, 2004).

• Completed  The Gail Gorin Memorial Turkey Trot (Thursday, November 27, 2003).  Placed Placed 169 out of 473.  Time: 25:08.

• Completed the 23rd Annual Terrapin Trot 5K Road Race in College Park, MD (Sunday, October 5, 2003).  Placed 157 out of 314.  Time: 26:36

• SJTI (Social Justice Training Institute) Alumni Panel in Northampton, MA (June, 2003).

• "Being An Ally For All" Pre-Conference Workshop at the 2003 NEACUHO Annual Conference at Stony Brook University (June, 2003).

• Attended ACPA 2003 in Minneapolis, MN.

• "Internet Addiction" Presented twice as a University of Connecticut Residence Life In-Service Event (Spring 2003).

• "Technology Roundtable" Presented at the 2002 NEACUHO Drive In Conference at Marist College (November, 2002).

• "Technology and Student Affairs" Presented with Stewart Brown from http://www.studentaffairs.com at the UConn Beyond The Books Conference (Nov, 2002).

• "Spirituality Programming inside of the Residence Halls" Presented twice as a University of Connecticut Residence Life In-Service Event (Fall 2002).

· SJTI (Social Justice Training Institute) Class of 2002.

· "Evaluating and Accessing Residence Life WebPages under the Gorges" Presented at the 2002 NEACUHO Annual Conference in Ithaca, NY (June 2002).

· "Spirituality and Spiritual Development: Educating the Whole Student" Presented at The 2002 NEACUHO Annual Conference in Ithaca, NY (June 2002).

· "The All-Inclusive Ally Safe Zone: A (R)evolution."  Presented at the 2002 NASPA Conference in Boston, MA.

· "Disability-Awareness.COM: Student success for students with disabilities."  Presented at the 2002 Stony Brook RA Conference.

· "Spirituality and Spiritual Development: Educating the Whole Student" Pro Staff Presentation at Stony Brook University in February 2002.

· "Diversity Under The Big Top: Diversity Does Not Have To Be A Three Ring Circus!"  Presented at the 2001 NEACUHO Drive In Conference. 

· Coordinated the Professional Staff Culinary Diversity Series at Stony Brook University (2001-2002).

· "Religious Diversity Workshop."  Presented to the AFS 488 (Diversity Peer Education Internship) Class at Stony Brook University (Spring 2001).

· "DPE Tunnel of Oppression."  Facilitated to the Stony Brook Community as part of the AFS (African Studies) 488 Class (Diversity Peer Education). 

· "Ally Development Workshop." Presented to the AFS (African Studies) 488 Class (Diversity Peer Education Internship) Stony Brook Univerity (Spring 2001).

· "RHD Resume Workshop" presented with Jeri Henry to Stony Brook University RHDs at Keller College's Professional Development Week  (Spring 2001).

· "Resident Assistant Resume Workshop and So you want to be a Hall Director?" presented at Keller College's Professional Development Week (Spring 2001).

· "Got a Cosmic Diversity Odyssey?" Presented at the Stony Brook University 2001 RA Conference. 

· "Student Affairs and Technology" Presented at the Stony Brook University 2001 Student Affairs Embracing Technology Conference.

· "The Courageous and Complex Ally Challenge" Presented at the 2001 ACPA Conference in Boston, MA.

· "Academic Study Skills for Stony Brook University Student Success Seminars (Spring 2001).

· "Mission Statement Workshop." Presented to Stony Brook University Residential Programs Professional Staff at Winter 2001 Renewal. 

· "USB Ally Challenge 2000-2001" Presented to Stony Brook University Residential Programs Professional Staff in November 2000.

· "Ally Gold 2000" Presented at the November 2000 NEACUHO Conference at Bridgewater State College.

· Presented "Got Diversity" at the 2000 Leadership Conference at Stony Brook University.

· “How to Recognize Everyone and Everything in the Next Millennium.”  Presented at the 1999 UMR-ACUHO Conference in Sioux Falls, SD (Program Moderator) and at the 1998 MACURH Conference in St. Cloud, MN.

· 6 Leadership Learnshops Conferences held at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa. (1996-1999).  Presented programs on program implementation, Internet homepages, generation X, Gay and Lesbian Ally Programs, Weather Safety and Recognition.

· “Bridging the Gap Between Student and Academic Affairs: A Case Study” Presented at the 1998 ISPA (Iowa Student Personnel Association) Conference in Des Moines, Iowa.  Also attended the 1997 ISPA Conference in Cedar Rapids, IA

Publications

• Steinberg, B.C. (2003) http://www.southcampuscommons.com 

• Steinberg, B.C. (2002). "Spirituality and Spiritual Development." The NEACUHO Navigator  Fall Edition, November 2002.

• Steinberg, B.C. (2002).  http://www.neacuho.org

• Steinberg, B.C. (2002).  http://www.reslife.uconn.edu/hilltopapartments 

• Steinberg, B.C. (2002).  Book Review of: What's the Matter with the Internet, http://www.studentaffairs.com  Summer 2002 • Vol. 3, No. 2

• Steinberg, B.C. (2001).   Book Review of: The Internet Edge: Social, Technical and Legal Challenges for a Networked World..  Volume 2, Number 1.

• Steinberg, B.C.; (2000). “ Religious diversity residence hall programming: A personal account” Talking Stick (A publication of the Association of College and University Housing Officers International) Volume 17 Number 5.  http://www.residencehalldirector.com/talkingstickreligiousdiveristy.html 

• Steinberg, B.C.; (2000) “A soil chronosequence on eolian sand deposits, north of Cedar Falls, Iowa” University of Northern Iowa Masters Thesis’s. 

• Steinberg, B.C.; (1999). “The ethics of intimate faculty-student relationships” University of Northern Iowa Masters Research Papers.

• Steinberg, B.C.; (1999).  “Everything Pumpkin: One of the most comprehensive pumpkin cookbooks ever written” SDSM&T Print Center.   http://www.everythingpumpkin.onestop.net 

• Helped review Student Affairs Web sites available on-line at: http://www.studentaffairs.com/web/higher.html

• Created http://annualconference.hypermart.net (December, 2001).  The NEACUHO Annual Conference Website.

• Created http://newprofessionals.hypermart.net (December, 2001).  The NEACUHO New Professionals Conference Website.

• Created http://neacuho.hypermart.net (September, 2001).  The NEACUHO Fall Drive In Conference Website.

• Created  http://www.residencehalldirector.com (now at http://www.reslifepro.com)  (June 2000).  The Premiere Website for College and University Residence Hall Directors.

• Created http://virtualallysafezoneforall.4t.com  A online virtual safe zone for all.

• Created http://www.allysafezoneclearinghouse.onestop.net The official clearing house for Allies and Safe Zones.

• Created http://www.virtualsafezoneforall.onestop.net The virtual online safe zone link. 

• Created http://www.safezoneconsotium.onestop.net The very first international ally safe zone consortium. 

• Created http://www.safezoneuniversity.onestop.net An online University for Ally Safe Zone Research.

• Created http://www.nati.onestop.net The National Ally Training Institute.

• Created http://www.theallygroup.org  A higher education diversity consulting, advising, and training firm.  (April 2001).

• Created http://www.safezoneforall.com an All-Inclusive Diversity Safe Zone Informational Website (July, 2001).

• Created and maintained http://groups.yahoo.com/group/higheredreldiv a religious diversity higher education list server.
• Created and maintained http://groups.yahoo.com/group/residencehalldirector a list server connected to http://www.residencehalldirector.com. 

• Created and published a Residence Hall Director Recruitment and Selection Brochure for the Department of Residential Programs at Stony Brook University.

• Co-Created the Live-in Professional Report with Richard Horowitz.  Available online at http://www.residencehalldirector.com/2002liveinprofessionalreport.html 

Teaching Experience

· GEO 201: World Geography.  Summer 2006.  Waldorf College. 

· UB 101: An introduction to college class for first year students at The University at Buffalo (Fall 2004).

· LSE 310: Issues in Science and Engineering with Dr. Thomas Robertazzi (Spring 2002) at Stony Brook University.

· LSE 102: Opportunities in Science and Engineering with Dr. Thomas Robertazzi at Stony Brook University (Spring 2001) at Stony Brook University. 

· LSE 101 University Studies in Science and Engineering  (Fall 2001) at Stony Brook University.

· AFS 488 Diversity Peer Education Class through the Department of Africana Studies, Stony Brook University (Spring and Fall 2001, and Spring 2002).

 · USB 101: An introduction to college class for first year students at Stony Brook University (Fall 2000 and Fall 2001).

· Resident Assistant Seminar at the University of Northern Iowa (Fall 1998).

· GEO 970 026: Physical Geography at the University of Northern Iowa (1995-1998).

· ESE 335: Soils and Land Use with Dr. Mark Francek at Central Michigan University (Fall 1993).

Academic Honors

· Graduated Cum Laude, Central Michigan University. 

· Deans List, Central Michigan University.

· Sigma Gamma Epsilon (Honorary Earth Science Fraternity). 

· Golden Key National Honor Society.

· Gamma Theta Upsilon (Vice President) (Honorary Geography Fraternity). 

· Mortar Board, Central Michigan University.

· Awarded the Paul C. Kelso (former director of the University of Northern Iowa Student Counseling Services 1949-1978) Postsecondary Education: Student  Affairs Award for outstanding student with excellence in academics and exceptional promise as a student affairs professional (1997-1998 academic year).

Committee Work

• Campus Crest Communities Training Committee (2007-2008)

• Waldorf College Maintenance and Custodial Staff Recognition Committee Chair (2005-2006)

• Waldorf College Global Culture Club and Diversity Club Advisor (2005-2006).

• Waldorf College Lutheran Leaders Committee (2005-2006).

• Waldorf College Theme Task Force Committee (2005-2006).

• Waldorf College Project Intersection Committee (2005-2006).  Sexual Orientation and Spirituality issues of Faith and Reason On Campus.

• PIE (Promoting Iowa Education Internationally) Committee (2005-2006).

• NEACUHO (Northeast Association of College and University Housing Officers) Social Issues Committee (2004-2005).

• ACPA Coalition for Multicultural Justice Committee (2004-2005).

• Capstone: South Campus Commons Publications Committee Chair (2003-2004).

• Capstone: South Campus Commons Safety Committee (2003-2004).

• Capstone South Campus Commons Staff Development Committee (2003-2004).

• Capstone South Campus Commons Employee Celebrations Committee (2003-2004).

• University of Connecticut Contributions to the Profession Committee (2002-2003).

• NEACUHO (Northeast Association of College and University Housing Officers) Committee Chair Review Committee (2002-2003).

· NEACUHO (Northeast Association of College and University Housing Officers) Diversity Committee (2002-2003).

· NEACUHO (Northeast Association of College and University Housing Officers) Automated Systems and Communications Committee Chair (2001-2003).

· Stony Brook University NEACUHO 2003/2004 Conference Bid Committee (2001-2002).

· Stony Brook University Residential Programs Goals Committee (2001-2002).

· Stony Brook University Assistant Hall Director Search Committee Chair (2001-2002).

· Stony Brook University Professional Staff Selection, Recruitment, and Training Committee (2000-2002).

· Stony Brook University Student Affairs Convocation Planning Committee (Fall 2001).

· Stony Brook University Campus Residences Public Relations Committee (Fall 2000).

· South Dakota School of Mines and Technology FIPSE (The Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education) Committee (Spring 2000)

· UMR-ACUHO Media and Technology Committee (1999-2000).

· South Dakota School of Mines and Technology New Professional Division of Student Affairs Orientation Committee Chair (2000).

· Chairperson  (Admiral) of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology HPC NET Computer Task Force (1999-2000).

· South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Diversity Task Force (1999-2000).

· South Dakota School of Mines and Technology ADA (American Disabilities Act) Committee (1999-2000).

· South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Director of Admissions Search Committee (1999).

· University of Northern Iowa Hall Senate Store Manager Advisor and Committee Chair (1998-1999).

· University of Northern Iowa Recognition Task Force Committee (1998-1999).

· University of Northern Iowa Resident Assistant On-Going Training Seminar Committee (1998).

· University of Northern Iowa Postsecondary Education: Student Affairs Faculty Search Committee (1998). 

· ISPA (Iowa Student Personnel Association) 1998 Conference Program Committee.

· University of Northern Iowa Resident Assistant Fall and Spring Workshop Planning Committees (1997-1999).

· University of Northern Iowa RAISE (Resident Assistants In Special Encounters) Committee (1997-1998).

· University of Northern Iowa 1996-1998 Resident Assistant Conference Entertainment and Central Programming Committees.

· University of Northern Iowa RA, Assistant Hall Coordinator, and Hall Coordinator search committee (1997-1999).