Jason Witherell

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Interim Department Chair, Engineering Technology at Shawnee State University

Portsmouth, Ohio, United States

Overview

Jason Witherell serves as the Interim Department Chair for Engineering Technology at Shawnee State University. An Associate Professor, he oversees programs in Digital Simulation & Gaming, Computer Engineering, and Plastics Technology. He holds a Masters from The Ohio State University and a Bachelors from Marietta College, focusing on the practical application of technology.

Jason has a strong foundation in the fine arts, originally starting his career path in architecture. With a background that includes painting and drawing, he believes in fusing art with technology, viewing programming as a creative tool to bring visual ideas to life in a tangible, interactive way.

Interesting fact: Jason won "Best of Show" at the 2003 IDEAS Festival in the Gesture Category, highlighting his early work blending creative arts with technology.

Personality Overview

Big Picture Person

Believer

Imaginative

They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt.  Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.

Topics They Care About

Game Development
He leads the Digital Simulation & Gaming program at Shawnee State, emphasizing the combination of arts and engineering disciplines for successful game design.
Engineering Education
As department chair, he is directly involved with curriculum development, program reviews, and pursuing ABET accreditation for the university's engineering programs.
Art & Technology
With a background in fine arts and computer science, he is passionate about the intersection of creativity and technology, viewing programming as a creative medium.

Media Appearances

Jason has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2024
Interim Department Chair, Engineering Technology at Shawnee State University
9-2019
Professor at Shawnee State University
1-2002 - 5-2003
Instructor at Marietta College
10-1998 - 6-2001
Developer at Auto*Des*Sys

Education

2001 - 2005
Master of Science (M.S.) from The Ohio State University
1994 - 1998
Bachelor's degree from Marietta College

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Exp : 10 Location : Portsmouth, Ohio, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : Interim Department Chair, Engineering Technology at Shawnee State University
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DO's

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When Writing An Email

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