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Michael DeMers
Professor of Geography, New Mexico State University
January 26, 2015, Michael managed Richard directly
I have been fortunate to know Dr. Schultz for about eight yearsnow as a colleague and fellow NCGE board member. He is amongthe best there is at online geography/geology/GIS education. Iknow of very few who have the passion for geospatial educationthat he does or the ability to deliver it effectively in an ... See more
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Kathy Sexton-Radek
Allied Medical Staff at Hinsdale Hospital,LaGrange Hospital
October 22, 2014, Kathy worked with Richard in different groups
Rich creatively designs classroom and online courses for studentsto engage in meaningful learning. He has had consistent highsatisfaction from his students and admiration from his colleagues. Additionally, his strong interpersonal skills allow him to be aneffective, compassionate Administrator.
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Kelsey Caldwell
May 14, 2012, Kelsey reported directly to Richard
Not only did Dr. Schultz push his students in the classroom, but healso encouraged them to go out and earn experience while still inschool. This included conferences, internships, study abroadopportunities etc. Now, I am sure this could be said about manyprofessors, however, what sets Dr. Schultz aside from al... See more
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Tracy Rogers-Tryba
Managing Director at Delta Gamma Fraternity,
April 16, 2012, Tracy worked with Richard but at different companies
Rich Schultz is a man with vision and passion, two qualities that areessential when dealing individuals and problem solving. My workwith Rich, as a member and a Board Member for the Illinois GISAssociation led me to know him both personally andprofessionally. Thoughtful, forward thinking, and "out ... See more
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Jeanne White
Director of Teacher Leadership Graduate Programs at Elmhurst College
April 15, 2012, Richard worked with Jeanne in the same group
I have worked with Rich on several faculty committees andworkshops. He is very organized and follows up on every idea andtries to get new ideas off the ground. He is dedicated to helpingothers, both faculty and students, in anything from technology tothe tenure process. He is devoted to finding ways to i... See more
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Ken Foote
Professor and Director, Urban and Community Studies Program
April 12, 2012, Richard worked with Ken in the same group
Rich is emerging as a leader in the areas of sedimentary petrology,GIScience, and geography & geoscience education. He hasestablished a strong national reputation in these areas and heshows every sign of sustaining the same high caliber of work longinto the future. In the area of teaching, I have always b... See more
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Carmella Burdi, GISP
Sr. GIS Analyst at Argonne National Laboratory
April 12, 2012, Carmella worked with Richard but at different companies
Rich is an amazing educator. He is extremely dedicated to hisstudents and has helped many of them, including myself, succeedat life after university. Not only that, but his passion for geographyand GIS is contagious. Working with Rich is a pleasure.
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Michael Ritter
Professor Emeritus, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
April 11, 2012, Richard worked with Michael in the same group
I am writing on behalf of Rich Schultz whom I've worked with overthe past several years. He has an enviable record of scholarship ingeography education and geographic information science. I amespecially inspired by his work in promoting online education ingeography. I recently had the pleasure of serving with ... See more
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Jon Sedey
April 6, 2012, Jon reported directly to Richard
I had the pleasure of studying under Dr. Schultz while completingthe GIS certificate program at Elmhurst College. Dr. Schultz is agreat person and an outstanding mentor to work with. He advisedme through the program and continues to be a resource for me asI work in the geospatial science field. He is talented, cre... See more
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Russell Olsen
April 6, 2012, Russell reported directly to Richard
I was fortunate to have studied with Dr. Schultz at ElmhurstCollege. Not only did he teach me quite a lot about GIS and therelated sciences; he encouraged me to expand my horizons,including giving presentations at GIS conferences. He suggestedthat I take up statistics; I took a class at COD, liked it, an... See more
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Kathy Sexton-Radek
Allied Medical Staff at Hinsdale Hospital,LaGrange Hospital
April 4, 2012, Richard worked with Kathy in the same group
Rich is knowledgeable, enthusiatic, leader and I was happy to workwith him on the Technology subcommittee work. I also know frommy advisees and students that he is highly regarded by hisstudents. He one of the many strengths of Elmhurst College!
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Jim Kulich
Director, Masters in Data Science Program at Elmhurst College
April 3, 2012, Jim was senior to Richard but didn’t manage directly
Rich is a leader in the development of teaching approaches thattake full advantage of both today's technologies and theaccumulated wisdom of more traditional methods. Rich's work isrespected and recognized by a wide variety of individuals andorganizations on campus and beyond.
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Joseph Kerski
Ph.D, GISP, Education Manager and Geographer, Esri
April 3, 2012, Richard worked with Joseph in the same group
Dr Rich Schultz is one of the most dedicated people in the field ofGeography and GIS and Education. His attention to detail, ability to motivate and inspire others, and technical and pedagogicalexpertise are all impeccable. He truly listens to others and hasgreat hope and vision for the future. He is one of the p... See more
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Brook Windham
April 3, 2012, Brook reported directly to Richard
In addition to taking several Geography and GIS related classeswith Dr. Schultz, he was my advisor at Elmhurst College. He playedan integral role in my education, giving me excellent advice as tothe course path I should take and encouraged me to go beyondthe classroom by attending industry events. As a teach... See more
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Brian Firek
April 3, 2012, Brian reported directly to Richard
Rich is a very passionate and dedicated man not only in his work,but in also assisting students with reaching their goals. He helpedme greatly become better person and student. He helped set me in the right direction and pushed me to strive and achieve my goals. I can say without a doubt, that his guidance and... See more
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Diana Sinton
Executive Director, University Consortium for Geographic Information Science
April 3, 2012, Diana worked with Richard but at different companies
Rich and I have worked together for several years as colleagues inthe field of geography and GIS education. He demonstrates strongdedication to his students, his institution, and to this discipline. Hisorganizational skills and knowledge base are solid, and he is alwayswilling to contribute his time and energy to help others learn.
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Linas Saulys
Senior Business Analyst at ComEd
April 3, 2012, Linas reported directly to Richard
Rich is a professional professor who is passionate about his career.That means he has to make difficult discussion that his studentsdon't always understand right away. Seeing the bigger pictureallows Rich to mold his students in a proper direction that willmake them successful in life. Down the road in my care... See more