ROBERT M. ESCUDERO
 Pepperdine University
Social Sciences Division
Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4378
(310) 506-7271 (FAX)
Robert.Escudero@pepperdine.edu

EDUCATION

Pepperdine University

Ryan Single-Subject, Professional Clear Teaching Credential - June 1988
        Subject: Physical Education; Supplementary Authorization: Economics
        Seaver College, Malibu, CA

Master of Business Administration, Emphasis: Management - April 1987
        Graziadio School of Business and Management, Culver City, CA

Bachelor of Science, Physical Education and Kinesiology - August 1982
        Seaver College, Malibu, CA

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Adjunct Professor: Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA
        Applied Econometrics, School of Public Policy - Spring 2000/2003, Fall 2001
        Applied Research Methods, School of Public Policy - Fall 1998/2000
        Introduction to Macroeconomics, Social Science Division - Spring 1995
        Statistical Analysis for Business, Business Administration Division - Summer 1995/1998
        Introduction to Statistics and Econometrics, Social Science Division - Fall 1990-present
        Introductory Statistics, Social Science Division - Fall 1988-present
        Computers in Psychology, Social Science Division - Spring 1991

PRESENTATIONS, PUBLICATIONS, RESEARCH, AND CONSULTING

Reviewer/Co-Editor

PowerPoint Lecture Presentations to accompany Essentials of Economics, 2nd edition (South-Western/Thomson-Learning, Publishers) by Robert L. Sexton, Distinguished Professor of Economics, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - Fall 2004/Spring 2005

Statistical Consultant

Consulted and analyzed statistical data for Dr. Paul Cannon' s research article, Local Partisan Political Marketing, University of Alabama, Huntsville, Alabama - Summer 2003

Reviewer/Co-Editor

PowerPoint Lecture Presentations to accompany Exploring Economics, 3rd edition (South-Western/Thomson-Learning, Publishers) by Robert L. Sexton, Distinguished Professor of Economics, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - Summer 2003

Guest Lecturer

Chapter 9 - Regression and Prediction, Introductory Statistics (PSYC 250) class, for Christy Scott, Visiting Assistant Professor, Pepperdine University, Social Sciences Division - Fall 2002 and Spring 2003

Reviewer

Introductory Econometrics: Intuition, Proof and Practice, (South-Western/Thomson Learning Publishers) by Jeffrey S. Zax, Associate Professor of Economics, University of Colorado, Boulder, CO - May 2002

Presenter

"The Internet from a Christian Perspective" (Adult Education class), Westminster Presbyterian Church, Westlake Village, CA - March 5, 12, 19, 26, 2000

Co-Author

"Whether to Use True-False Test Items" (with Michael D. Gose, Professor of Education, Humanities/Teacher Education Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA), Research for Educational Reform, Vol. 5, No. 2, 2000.

Reviewer/Co-Editor

PowerPoint Lecture Presentations to accompany Exploring Economics: A Pathway to Problem Solving, (Dryden Press/Harcourt Brace and Company, Publishers) by Robert L. Sexton, Distinguished Professor of Economics, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - Summer 1999

Reviewer/Co-Editor

Exploring Economics: A Pathway to Problem Solving, (Dryden Press/Harcourt Brace and Co., publishers) by Robert L. Sexton, Distinguished Professor of Economics, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - Summer 1998

Reviewer/Co-Editor

"A Tale of Two Tax Jurisdictions: The Surprising Effects of California' s Proposition 13 and Massachusetts' Proposition 22," American Journal of Economics and Sociology, Vol. 57, No. 2 by Gary M. Galles, Professor of Economics and Robert L. Sexton, Distinguished Professor of Economics, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - April 1998

Quantitative Analyst

Analyzed statistical data from "Survey of Ventura County Law Enforcement Officers on the State of the Criminal Justice System," which was administered by Harry Caldwell, Professor of Law; Carol Chase, Associate Professor of Law; Ronald W. Fagan, Professor of Sociology; and L. Timothy Perrin, Associate Professor of Law, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - 1997

Co-Author

"Whether to Use True-False Test Items" (with Michael D. Gose, Professor of Education, Humanities/Teacher Education Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA), Educational Research Quarterly, Vol. 20, Number 1, September 1996

Quantitative Analyst

Analyzed statistical data from "Juvenile Legal Right's Project" (conducted by Ronald W. Fagan, Professor of Sociology, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA) that included teenagers' attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and knowledge about the law and their legal rights as juveniles. - Winter 1996

Quantitative Analyst

Analyzed statistical data from University-wide faculty questionnaire (conducted by Ronald W. Fagan, Professor of Sociology, Social Sciences Division, Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA) regarding various issues such as hiring, promotion, tenure, research, and overall morale - Summer 1995

Statistical Consultant

Consulted, researched, and analyzed statistical data for Dr. Ivan Fahs' study on rescue missions funded by a Lilly Foundation research grant, Wheaton College, Department of Sociology, Wheaton, IL - Summer 1994

Co-Author

"Religious Nonprofit Organizations: An Examination of Rescue Missions and the Homeless" (with Ronald W. Fagan, Professor of Sociology), Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA. Paper accepted for presentation at the American Sociological Association 89th Annual Meeting, Los Angeles, CA. Article accepted for publication in Social Thought. - August 1994

Research Assistant

Developed, administered, and statistically analyzed Dr. Ronald W. Fagan's questionnaire entitled, "Religion and Philanthropy: The Role of Rescue Missions in Addressing the Needs of the Homeless," Pepperdine University, Social Sciences Division, Malibu, CA - 1992-1993

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

Office Manager - Pepperdine University, Social Sciences Division, Malibu, CA - 1994-present
        Majors: Economics, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology
        Minors: Economics, Ethnic Studies, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Social Work, and Sociology

Administrative Assistant to the Division Chair - Pepperdine University, Social Sciences Division, Malibu, CA - 1987-1994
        Majors: Economics, International Studies, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology

Interim Credentials Coordinator - Pepperdine University, Social Sciences Division, Malibu, CA - 1989-1990
        Department of Teacher Education
        Credentials: Ryan Multiple-Subject and Ryan Single-Subject

Administrative Clerk - Pepperdine University, Department of Athletics, Malibu, CA - 1986-1987
        Sports: Men's Basketball, Men's Volleyball, Water Polo, Men's and Women's Swimming

Assistant Director - Jim Harrick Basketball Camp
        Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA - 1984-1986

Director - Men's and Women's Summer Basketball Leagues, College of the Desert - Palm Desert, CA - 1981
        Divisions: High School and College

CONFERENCE PARTICIPATION

Promise Keepers
        Anaheim Stadium, Anaheim, CA - 1994
        Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles, CA - 1995-1998
        The Mall, Washington, DC - 1997
        Bank One Ballpark, Phoenix, AZ - 1999
        ARCO Arena, Sacramento, CA - 1998, 2000
        The Pond, Anaheim, CA - 2001
        The Fabulous Forum, Inglewood, CA - 2002
        HP Pavilion, San Jose, CA - 2003, 2005
        San Diego Sports Arena, San Diego, CA - 2004
        Glendale Arena, Glendale, AZ - 2006

Consumer Electronics Show - Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV - 1997

Photo Expo - Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA - 1997

California Mathematics Council, Southern Section Conference
        Wyndham Hotel, Palm Springs, CA - 1992, 1993
        Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, CA - 1988

California Credential Analysts Conference - Holiday Inn, Sacramento, CA - 1989

SOFTWARE APPLICATIONS

Word Processing:  Corel WordPerfect, Microsoft Word, Manuscript Manager, PFS-Professional Write, Displaywrite, Word Star
Spreadsheets:  Lotus 1-2-3, Microsoft Excel, Corel Quattro Pro
Database:  Microsoft Access, dBase III and IV
Statistics/Econometrics:  Microsoft Excel, SPSS, Daysal-2, ECSTAT, JMP, Stat Most, Eviews, Harvard Graphics
Mainframe Systems:  C2C/PeopleSoft, SIS, SIS+, On-Course, FRS, EXTRA!, QWS 3270, EZ Edit, EZ Menu, Hummingbird
Web Design/Image Manipulation: Microsoft FrontPage, Microsoft Image Composer, Photo Works, Photo Finish, Adobe Image Ready, Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Flash
Desktop Publishing:  Microsoft Publisher, Printshop, Deskwriter
Financial:  Money Counts, Quicken, Tax Cut, Turbo Tax
Miscellaneous:  Quick Verse, MS-Mail, Microsoft Outlook, It's Legal

COMMITTEES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND HONORS

Treasurer - Newbury Park High School Football Boosters, Newbury Park, CA, 2008-2010
Web-Master - Newbury Park High School Soccer Boosters, Newbury Park, CA, 2008-2010
Treasurer - Ventura County Youth Track Conference, Ventura, CA, 2005-2008
Secretary - Ventura County Youth Track Conference, Ventura, CA, 2005-2007
Cubmaster - Cub Scout Pack 3730, Newbury Park, CA, 2002-2003
Assistant Cubmaster - Cub Scout Pack 3730, Newbury Park, CA, 2001-2002
Conference Representative - Newbury Park Track Club, Newbury Park, CA, 2005-2008
Vice President - Newbury Park Track Club, Newbury Park, CA, 2002-2005
Web-Master - Newbury Park Track Club, Newbury Park, CA, 2001-2009
Member-at-Large - Newbury Park Track Club, Newbury Park, CA, 2001-2002
PTA Member - Sycamore Canyon School, Newbury Park, CA, 2000-2009
PFA Member - Manzanita Elementary School, Newbury Park, CA, 1996-1997
Promise Keepers, 1994-present
The Mathematical Association of America, 1993-1996
American Statistical Association, 1992-1996
California Mathematics Council, Southern Section, 1988, 1992
Nominee - Manchester Who's Who Among Executives and Professionals, 2005/2006
 Nominee - Who's Who in American Education, 2nd edition, 1989-1990
Nominee - Who's Who in California, 18th edition, 1988
Association of M.B.A. Executives, Inc., 1985-1988
Student Member - American Association of Fitness in Business and Industry, 1981-1985
Outstanding Young Men in America, 1983

Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA

Member - WASC Accreditation Steering Committee, 1999-2000
Recipient - Staff Recognition Award, 1999
Member - Seaver College Web Team, 1999
Member - Faculty/Staff Self-Study (Standard 5) WASC Accreditation Committee, 1999
Finalist - Staff Recognition Award, 1998
Faculty Advisor: Kappa Delta Pi - National Honor Society in Education, Lambda Mu Chapter, 1991-1992
Class of 1982 Representative - Founders' Day Convocation, 1991-1993
Student Member - Kappa Delta Pi, National Honor Society in Education, Lambda Mu Chapter, Office held: Secretary, 1984-1985

College of the Desert, Palm Desert, CA

Outstanding Leadership Award, Department of Athletics/Associated Student Body, 1978
Karl Haney Award for Inspirational Leadership in Athletics, Department of Athletics/Associated Student Body, 1978
Best Teammate Award: Men's Basketball Team, Department of Athletics, 1977
Dean's List, 1976-1977

Palm Springs High School, Palm Springs, CA

National Honor Society, 1975

Crescenta Valley High School, La Crescenta, CA

National Honor Society, 1974

REFERENCES

Dan Caldwell, Distinguished Professor of Political Science
Social Sciences Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4573

Marv Dunphy, Head Volleyball Coach
Department of Athletics - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4517

Gary Galles, Former Division Chair and Professor of Economics
Social Sciences Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4250

Michael D. Gose, Former Division Chair and Professor of Education
Humanities/Teacher Education Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4183

Cindy Miller-Perrin, Division Chair and Professor of Psychology
Social Sciences Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4027

Stephen V. Monsma, Former Division Chair and Professor of Political Science
Former Director, Washington, DC Program
Social Sciences Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(616) 975-9247

Laurie Nelson, Associate Professor of Physical Education
Department of Sports Medicine - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4366

Terry Schroeder, Head Water Polo Coach
Department of Athletics - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4272

Robert L. Sexton, Distinguished Professor of Economics
Social Sciences Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4345

J. Christopher Soper, Former Division Chair and Professor of Political Science
Director, Center for Faith and Learning
Social Sciences Division - Pepperdine University, Malibu, CA 90263
(310) 506-4792