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John Sokolowski

John Sokolowski

Old Dominion University

Norfolk, VA USA

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John's work combines: Engineering, Education, and Teaching / Mentoring

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Day In The Life

Associate Professor and Chair ODU Faculty Senate

Teach modeling and simulation engineering, mentor students, conduct research, provide service to the academic community.

Skills & Education

Here's the path I took:

  • High School

    North Olmsted High School

  • Bachelor's Degree

    Computer Science

    Purdue University

  • Graduate Degree

    Engineering Management

    Old Dominion University

  • Doctorate

    Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation

    Old Dominion University

Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be an Associate Professor and Chair ODU Faculty Senate:

Bachelor's Degree: Computer Science

Graduate Degree: Engineering Management

Doctorate: Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation

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Defining Moments

How I responded to discouragement

  • THE NOISE

    Messages from Peers:

    You are the wrong person for a specific leadership role.

  • How I responded:

    I wanted to prove this person wrong.