Scientific Activities & Presentations
2024 Conference on Higher Education Pedagogy at Virginia Tech University
Two of my research students from Bridgewater College - Camryn Rucker; Mackenzie Cauthorn were presented the poster research, titled "Undergraduate and Graduate Students' Perspectives on AI across the Curriculum," at the 2024 Conference on Higher Education Pedagogy held at Virginia Tech University. It was an incredible experience, and I couldn't be prouder of my students and their hard work. I'm genuinely grateful for their dedication and feel honored to have had the opportunity to work with them.
2023 IEEE Global Conference
Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things
I was honored to chair the "Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) Regulations and Policies for Sustainable Societies" Track at the 7th edition of the IEEE Global Conference on AI & IoT, held from December 10th to December 12th, 2023, at the Holiday Inn Dubai Festival City in Dubai, UAE.
The 24th Annual AI Ethics Across the Curriculum Conference
I had the privilege of presenting our paper titled: "Higher Education Professors and Administrative Leaders’ Perspectives on AI Ethics Across the Curriculum" on AI Ethics Across the Curriculum at The 24th Annual Conference on Ethics. I was fortunate to work alongside my professor, mentor, and colleague, Dr. Oris Griffin, the Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, at James Madison University. Participating in this conference and contributing to the ongoing conversation around ethics and technology was truly an honor.
Leading Change Conference
From Global Knowledge to Local Action
I was delighted to be part of Leading Change Conference hosted by School of Strategic Leadership Studies at my alma mater, James Madison University. I was honored to attend to the conference with my students from Bridgewater College.
2016 Graduate School Outstanding Thesis Award, James Madison University
Sevinj Iskandarova ('16) has been awarded The Graduate School's 2016 Outstanding Thesis/Project Award. This award recognizes superior scholarship, research, and writing in a master’s thesis project. Theses/projects are evaluated on the basis of clarity of style and presentation, scholarship, methodology, and contributions to the field or discipline. Sevinj Iskandarova has received the award for the Education, Social Sciences, and Humanities area of study; April 17, 2016.
2016 Showcase of Graduate Scholarship & Creative Activity, James Madison University
Sevinj Iskandarova & Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy “The Effect of Cross-Cultural Differences on Team Performance within the Educational Setting Continuous Work” Graduate Symposium - 2016 Showcase of Graduate Scholarship & Creative Activity, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, USA, April 14, 2016
Higher Education Conference, Virginia Tech University
Sevinj Iskandarova, Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy, and Dr. Diane Wilcox “The Effect of Mobility Devices on Massive Open Online Course (MOOC)”, Higher Education Conference, Virginia Tech University, Blacksburg, VA, October 26, 2015
Teaching and Learning with Technology Conference, James Madison University
Sevinj Iskandarova, Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy, and Dr. Diane Wilcox “Using Mobile Devices with Massive Open Online Course”, Teaching and Learning with Technology Conference, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, October 26, 2015
“Engagement Scholarship Consortium” Conference, Penn State University, PA
Sevinj Iskandarova, Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy, and Dr. Diane Wilcox “Beyond the Walls of JMU: The Many Faces of the Adult Learner: At School, at Work and in the Community” “Engagement Scholarship Consortium” Conference, Penn State, PA, September 29-30, 2015
One Voice for Education “Innovative Solutions” Conference, Roanoke College
Sevinj Iskandarova, Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy, and Dr. Diane Wilcox “Massive Open Online Courses: What Critical Interpersonal and Communication Opportunities are missing?” One Voice for Education “Innovative Solutions” Conference, Roanoke College, VA, USA, April 15-17, 2015
Showcase of Graduate Scholarship & Creative Activity, James Madison University
Sevinj Iskandarova, Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy, and Dr. Diane Wilcox “Massive Open Online Courses: What Critical Interpersonal and Communication Opportunities are Missing?” Graduate Symposium - 2015 Showcase of Graduate Scholarship & Creative Activity, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, USA, April 2, 2015
Graduate Research Symposium “Preparing Scholars, Presenting Excellence”, the College of William and Mary
Sevinj Iskandarova and Dr. Oris Griffin McCoy “Diversity and Difference: A Study of International Students Attending US Graduate Programs” 14th Annual Graduate Research Symposium “Preparing Scholars, Presenting Excellence”, the College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, VA, USA, March 20-21, 2015