CHARLES SCOTT INGHRAM

Curriculum Vita

EDUCATION
Doctorate of Education, Higher Education Leadership, Marshall University School of
Graduate Studies, South Charleston WV, (May 2014 Present) Planned to enter dissertation
stage Fall 2016
Master of Social Work, Tulane University School of Social Work, New Orleans, Louisiana
(May 2009, 3.98 GPA) Professional Project: A Unified Approach to Educational Group
Facilitation in an Adult Inpatient Psychiatric Setting
Bachelor of Social Work, Concord University, Athens, West Virginia (December 2004)
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Sociology Graduate of the Year, Concord College, Athens, West
Virginia (May 2003)
WORK EXPERIENCE
January 2014 Present, Assistant Professor of Social Work, Concord University, Athens,
WV
Provides fulltime instruction at both the graduate and undergraduate level. The current course
load is twelve hours of master level courses including Foundations of Generalist Practice, and
Undergraduate Research Methods. Other courses taught are Foundation and Advanced Research
Methods, Foundation Policy, Advanced Field, MSW Foundation Introduction to Social Work,
and BSW Introduction to Social Work. In addition to instruction, responsibilities include
participation in various committees and groups, advising, assessment, program marketing, data
support/analysis, and other mission related activities.
August 2009 Present, Director of Grants and Contracts/ Director of the Office of
Sponsored Programs, Concord University Research and Development Corporation,
Athens, West Virginia
Provides overall leadership, direction, and supervision of the Office of Sponsored Programs to
ensure that the mission of the office is effectively pursued. Develops short-term and long-term
goals and subsequent policies and procedures for the Office of Sponsored Programs; including
policies and procedures for institutional review of extramural applications to ensure regulatory
and fiscal compliance, and congruence with the relevant federal, state, and sponsor guidelines.
Administers the day-to-day activities of the Concord University Research and Development
Corporation including planning for the Corporation, pre-and post-award processing, budgetary
compliance and employment services. Writes and reviews agreements (excluding procurement)
for Concord University and the Concord University Research and Development Corporation.
Acts as the authorized official for reviewing and accepting grants and contracts. Represents the
University sponsored programs position to external groups, organizations, legislators, and

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agencies and serve as a liaison with these groups. Advances an atmosphere conducive to
research, education and compliance in concert with relative constituent groups; administration,
faculty, external sponsors, IRB, staff, and students. Continuously improves quality by working
with appropriate University groups and individuals in evaluating and monitoring research and
development goals, objectives, and programs.
March 2008-July 2009, Research Administrator, Tulane University, Sponsored Projects
Administration, New Orleans, Louisiana
Supervised three professional level employees to ensure delivery of research administration
services to several academic departments, centers and programs. Performed pre-award and postaward administrative activities for a number of academic departments, centers and programs.
Reviewed proposals and awards for compliance and made risk assessments prior to institutional
endorsement. Provided campus wide trainings on research administration services and proposal
preparation using the Grants.gov electronic proposal submission portal. Wrote and reviewed
complex award agreements. Negotiated award terms and conditions with federal, state, and
private sponsors. Key member of the Tulane University Electronic Proposal Administration
Committee (TERA). Interpreted and ensured compliance with OMB Circulars A-21, A-110, and
A-133, and other federal, state and university regulations.
August 2005-March 2008, Grants and Contracts Officer, Tulane University Sponsored
Projects Administration, New Orleans, Louisiana
Acted as institutional liaison for electronic proposal submission while assisting Tulane
University users. Evaluated proposals for problems resulting from electronic proposal
submissions and PDF conversions. Maintained data consistency in the Tulane Office of Research
database by evaluating data reports, developing data entry procedure, and managing the data
entry performed by other staff. Co-developed and co-facilitated research administration
presentations and trainings on sponsored project administration, and electronic research
administration. Provided outreach and training to departmental staff in sponsored projects
administration. Wrote and reviewed complex award agreements. Negotiated award terms and
conditions with federal, state, and private sponsors. Assisted faculty and staff with complex
proposal development and reviewed proposals for compliance with agency and university
guidelines. Provided guidance regarding compliance issues to university personnel.
February 2005-August 2005, Grants and Contracts Specialist, Tulane University
Sponsored Projects Administration, New Orleans, Louisiana
Assisted faculty in developing budgets and proposals for federal, state, and private agencies
while interpreting sponsor guidelines for proposal submissions. Determined that proposals were
acceptable for obtaining institutional endorsement. Reviewed routine award agreements to
ensure that all terms and conditions were acceptable and in compliance with Tulane University
policies. Interpreted and implemented regulations governing expenditures and award
administration for federal, state, and private sponsors. Reviewed and approved salary,
subcontractor, and equipment expenditures charged to grants and contracts to ensure that they
were allowable under the conditions set forth by the sponsor. Supported Tulane faculty and staff
concerning issues regarding electronic proposal submission.

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June 2004-January 2005, Title XIX Waiver Case Manager, Southern Highlands
Community Mental Health Center, Mullens, West Virginia
Identified the needs of targeted Developmentally Disabled populations. Provided case
management services including assessment, linking, service plan evaluation, service planning,
advocacy and crisis response planning. Oversaw the hiring of and evaluated adult companions,
and respite care providers. Trained care providers on clinic, state, and national policies and
procedures such as proper behavior modification techniques, HIPAA regulations, and rights
afforded to the consumers and their providers. Maintained a current, in-depth understanding of
federal, state, and organizational policies to ensure that consumer planning met requirements as
determined by set policies.
August 2002-July 2004, Office/Teacher Assistant Concord College/Concord University,
Athens, West Virginia
Conducted research for the West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council, Poverty Institute,
and the Concord College/University Research Corporation. Performed grant-funded research for
presentation at the International Developmental Disabilities Conference. Presented research on
Concord Universitys behalf at the 2004 Bachelor (Social Work) Program Directors (BPD)
conference. Assisted with the institutional coordination of grant proposals and reports.
Performed clerical duties using Microsoft Office, Statistical Program for the Social Sciences
SPSS, Grant Advisor Plus, and Community of Science. Guest lectured classes on content
related to federal, state, and corporate funding opportunities, and proposal preparation.
TEACHING
Spring 2015 Frist Summer Term 2016 & Second Summer 2016 & 2014 Social Work 660
Funded Research Development and Acquisition, Concord University, Athens, WV
This is an elective course designed for novice grant writers or those who desire to engage in
grant writing. This course is available to all students in the Foundation and Advanced
curriculum. The course emphasizes the basics of funding opportunity location and proposal
writing. Students are introduced to the concepts and skills underlying systemic approach
proposal writing, including but not limited to, the location of funding opportunities,
understanding sources of funding, navigating proposal guidelines, and project/proposal
development. This course will utilize online instruction, the course text, and online resources.
Spring 2015 & First Summer 2015 & 2014 Social Work 653 a, b, c Advanced Field
Practicum, Concord University, Athens, WV
In the Advanced Field Practicum students complete 528 hours of field instruction. The Advanced
Field Practicum advances the skills, knowledge, and values of social work as applied to rural
practice. Field is the signature pedagogy of the Master of Social Work program.
Fall 2016, 2015 & 2014, Spring 2014 Social Work 642 Advanced Research Methods in
Social Work, Concord University, Athens, WV
This is the second research course and is required for both foundation and advanced students.
This research course is taken concurrently with Advanced Field Practicum. The course
emphasizes the application of research methods for the evaluation of practice effectiveness

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and/or program outcomes in rural practice. Students will choose a client, group, or program in
the field agency and engage in the evaluation process. The course emphasizes the evaluation of
evidence-based interventions and the utilization of the results to make practice decisions that
improve the quality of services, initiate changes in policy, and improve delivery of social
services. Students will deepen their understanding of the essential components of a research
project that were introduced in SOWK 541.
Spring 2015 & 2014 & Fall 2016, 2015 & 2014 Social Work 541 Foundations of
Research, Concord University, Athens, WV
The course emphasizes the development of the quantitative and qualitative research knowledge
necessary for evidence-based practice and the use of practice to inform research. Students are
introduced to the concepts and skills underlying a systematic approach to social work research,
including but not limited to, the roles of concepts and theory, hypothesis formulation,
operationalization, research design, data collection, data processing, statistical analysis, computer
skills, and research report writing.
Spring 2015 and Second Summer 2016 Social Work 521 Foundations of Policy,
Concord University, Athens, WV
The foundation policy course is required of all students who are not in the Advanced Standing
Program. The course outlines the social policies that have been enacted in the United States and
the resulting impact of their implementation with special attention to rural areas.
Spring 2016 and Second Summer 2016 Social Work 531 - Foundations of Practice,
Concord University, Athens, WV
This social work practice methods course enables students to understand and apply social work
theories, strategies, and techniques for helping individuals, families, groups, organizations, and
communities within the context of the generalist perspective.
Spring 2016 2015, 2014, & 2013 Social Work 305 Social Work Research Methods,
Concord University, Athens, WV
This course familiarizes the student with the quantitative and qualitative research methods, the
research process, and the role of research in professional practice. Students develop a research
proposal and learn to use the Statistical Program for Social Sciences (SPSS). Emphasis is placed
on evaluation of all levels of practice.
Spring 2014, 2013 & 2012 and Fall 2013 Social Work 161 Introduction to Social Work,
Concord University, Athens, WV
This course explores the multifaceted career opportunities of the social work profession, with an
emphasis on human behavior, human rights, social and economic justice, and human diversity.
Social work practice, values, and ethics are examined.
Fall 2013 Social Science 2851 Introduction to Academic Research. Concord University,
Athens, WV
This course is designed to develop basic skills used in academic research. Special attention is
given to search techniques and sources, literature review and abstract, citation conventions, and
academic integrity. Adaptations and applications to the students field of study are explored.

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Fall 2011 Instructor, University 100, Concord University, Athens, WV

A required course for freshmen and transfer students with less than 30 credit hours. The course
assists students in successfully making the transition from high school to college and includes
sessions on Concords technology, time management and study skills, critical thinking, money
management, wellness and risky behavior, as well as the Universitys rules and procedures.
Second Summer 2010 Instructor, BOR Public Service Internships, Concord University,
Athens, WV
The course was designed to inform the student on project development and proposal
preparation/submission.

PUBLICATIONS
Submitted for Review, Southern Journal of Educational Administration,
Title: The Bubble Wrapped Student: Are Trigger Warnings Necessary in Higher Education CoAuthor
PRESENTATIONS
November 2015, 56 Southern Regional Council on Education Administration Conference,
Title: The Bubble Wrapped Student: Are Trigger Warnings Necessary in Higher Education CoPresenter
th

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
National Council of Research Administrators Fundamentals of Sponsored Project Administration
Workshop
National Council of Research Administrators Sponsored Project Administration Level II
Workshop
National Council of Research Administrators National Conference 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012,
2013, 2014, 2015
National Council of Research Administrators Hot Topics in Research Compliance, August 2012
The Southern Regional Council on Education Administration Conference, November 2015

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA)
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
National Association of Social Workers West Virginia Chapter

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The Southern Regional Council on Education Administration (SRCEA)

PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE
Licensed Graduate Social Worker - West Virginia Social Work Board. I have secured, and am
currently engaged in, supervision from a licensed clinical social worker.

FIELD EXPERIENCE
August 2009 Present, PRIDE/IV-E Contractor, Concord University, Athens, West
Virginia
Develop and deliver foster care training modules for professionals and parents on various topics
as requested by the Project Director, Dr. John David Smith. PRIDE/IV-E is funded by the West
Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources and the US Department of Health and
Human Services.

May 2007 May 2009, Social Work Internship, River Oaks Hospital, New Orleans,
Louisiana
Facilitated and co-facilitated family sessions, process and educational groups on the adult
inpatient unit. Coordinated discharge planning for adult patients and conducted psychosocial
assessments. Co-created a manual for educational group facilitation on the inpatient adult
psychiatric unit that can be integrated onto other adult psychiatric units. Provided assistance with
orienting new staff on the adult psychiatric unit.
Micro Level Experience
Worked with clients diagnosed with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities as a
Title XIX Waiver case manager. Though this experience I garnered insight into barriers
impacting daily life for those with special needs and the difficulties of meeting them in a lowincome rural community. At Southern Highlands I established a partner approach with the
intervention specialist to ensure waiver benefits were maximized reducing travel costs and
efficiently achieving program requirements. I further developed an appreciation of the needs of
persons with developmental disabilities through work with the Alabama Special Camp for
Children and Adults (ASCCA) where I worked as a camp counselor. At ASCCA I was exposed
to various issues and was challenged with the ambition of creating a vacation like experience for
consumers. Reducing consumer anxiety, promoting socialization, and meeting healthcare needs
were paramount in actualizing program goals. I worked with patients on an inpatient crisis
mental health unit of River Oaks Hospital, New Orleans, providing intake psychosocial
assessments and one-on-one counseling. Oriented new weekend social work staff to the crisis
unit and assisted with discharge planning.
At Concord University one major goal is to alleviate the stress associated with securing and
managing externally funded research and programming. I meet with faculty and staff to identify

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funding opportunities, and assist in program, budget, and proposal development. At the award
level I work with program directors ensuring that program goals are met in a compliant fashion.
Furthermore, I mentor and supervise a Grant and Contracts Assistant, and Grants and Contracts
Officer as well as multiple student workers, making certain that the principles of Research
Administration are learned, while meeting the needs of the institution. Student workers and prior
employees have developed the skills necessary to transition to larger institutions or to meet life
ambitions in other fields. As an educator, I meet with students for advising, and tutoring.
Mezzo Level Experience
As a case manager, I worked with clients and their families in treatment planning, and addressed
issues related to health, poverty, and lack of resources. In field placement I facilitated didactic
and process groups for patients in crisis and dealing with mental health issues. Also, I met with
families and treatment teams ensuring that patient needs were identified, discussed and
addressed. In addition, I co-designed a facilitator manual for group strategy and management at
River Oaks Hospital. Currently, I provide orientation training and support other special topic
presentations throughout the academic year on behalf of the Concord University Office of
Sponsored Programs. As a contractor, I wrote and designed a Pride module on internet safety for
foster and adoptive parent/provider training program. I have actively engaged in teaching for the
Social Work Department since Spring 2012 and I consistently receive positive feedback from my
students and social work faculty in regard to my teaching. I am a member of several boards and
committees.
Macro Level Experience
At Concord University I have designed and currently direct the Office of Sponsored Programs
(OSP). The OSP was created to assist the Concord University community in realizing its full
potential in achieving the highest caliber possible in sponsored research and programming. Since
the fall of 2009, the OSP has worked to be a leading and responsive source for information
relating to external funding opportunities and compliance in support of Concord University and
our surrounding community. I have managed and engaged in this effort by assisting faculty and
staff with the grant seeking and award process for sponsored programs and research. Below is a
list of some of the achievements of the OSP under my direction:

Combined the administration of the sponsored programs of the University and Corporation
Designed and implemented policies and procedures ensuring compliance with applicable
regulations
Recognize principal investigators for proposal writing and award receipt
Created partnerships with area institutions to make resources more readily available
Created a uniform database
Worked in tandem with the University Controller to establish a federally negotiated indirect cost
rate with the Department of Health and Human Services
OSP Student workers have found jobs in the Research Administration and writing fields upon
graduation
Assist University Advancement in securing funding designed to support commitments and
endowments for sponsored programming and research. Assisted with the receipt of over
$200,000 designed to support research
Implement Research Compliance programming ensuring that proper research and sponsored
program protocols are cultivated within the Concord community

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Improved annual audits

Worked with Shepherd, WVSOM and West Liberty to establish similar offices as a best practice
Recipient of a EDA University Center Grant in collaboration with Marshall University and the
Robert C. Byrd Center for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing. This collaboration has also led to
additional funding this fiscal year through the Rural Jobs and Innovation Accelerator Challenge
Initiative, one of 13 Rural Jobs Accelerator Grants awarded nationwide.
Created and maintain positive relationships with local, state, and federal legislators, funders,
and officials
Funding has increased since the offices inception. There is a significant increase in budgeted
indirect costs when comparing FY10 and FY15.

I have managed in excess of 260 awards totaling over $22 million since I arrived at Concord
University, worked with proposal writing teams for federal and state opportunities (including
BCF Curriculum and Research $1,000,000 over four years), and was instrumental in the design
of the EDA University Center and 3D Accelerator programs (total in excess of $500,000). I have
also received a $5,000 award from the Appalachian Regional Commission for proposal
development and $2,000 for the technology corridor program as project director. I was recently
co-awarded a field placement grant from the Council on Social Work Education to develop a
supervisor training and supervision program.
In addition to my work at Concord University, I also serve as an appointed director on the board
of the Mercer County Development Authority and Summers County REACHH and was an
elected Council Member on the Athens, WV Town Council for three terms (2011 -2015). Each
of these roles has enabled me to form relationships with many agencies that benefit Concord
Universitys Social Work Department. Some agencies that I work with, or have worked with, are
the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources, Southern Highlands, Mercer
County Probation Office, CASE WV, Congressman Rahalls federal and state offices, Childrens
Home Society, WV Developmental Disability Council, River Oaks Hospital, and other
community, government, and social services agencies.

EXTERNAL FUNDING
$16,000 Co-Director Council on Social Work Education - Concord University Policy
Integration Development (CUPID) Funded
$1,000,000 Director, Bureau of Children and Families Contract. Ongoing
$5,000 Director, Appalachian Regional Commission Tech Hire Partnership Grant
Preparation Award Closed Fiscal Year 2016
$2,000 Program Director: Connected Technologies Corridor Federal flow-through from
Region Four. Closed Fiscal Year 2014
$420 Program Director: Town of Athens Little Free Library Project West Virginia
Humanities Council. Closed Fiscal Year 2015

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COMMUNITY/ CIVIC/ ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT

September 2016 Present, REACHH of Summers County, Board member
January 2011 Present, Athens West Virginia Town Council, Councilmember
March 2011 Present, Concord University Alumni Association, First Vice President
Executive Council, Councilmember
January 2010 May 2014, Pi Kappa Phi, Eta Alpha Chapter, Alumni Advisor
October 2009 Present, Development Authority of Mercer County West Virginia, Board
Member

REFERENCES
Available upon request

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