222 Millennium - A Marquis Who’s Who Magazine EDUCATION Dr. Carlton H. Stedman is a retired professor and emeritus dean who dedicated three decades of his career to serving the students and faculty of Austin Peay State University. A dedicated student and athlete, he hoped to create positive change for others by becoming a teacher or coach, beginning his career as a high school science teacher. His passion for education and desire to broaden his impact led him to the University of Missouri, where he earned a master’s degree in biology. He ultimately achieved a doctorate in science education at Indiana University. After completing his doctoral studies, Dr. Stedman accepted an associate professor position at Austin Peay State University, initially intending to stay for only a few years. Instead, he found a deep sense of connection and satisfaction at the school. He ultimately remained at the institution until his retirement, rising to become a full professor of science education and dean of the College of Education before accepting emeritus status in 2000. As dean, he oversaw four departments and managed accreditation, program effectiveness and strategic planning, in addition to playing an instrumental role in building legislative and K-12 school partnerships. Many of these initiatives had lasting impacts on school reform and teacher education programs in the decades following. Well-regarded for his scholarly output as well, Dr. Stedman has published more than 100 papers and presented extensively at conferences and symposia. He was recognized for his research with a 1998 award from Austin Peay State University and received the National Science Teachers Association’s Holt, Rinehart & Winston Award for Historical Writing, among many other honors, including an invitation to the White House. In light of his fulfilling career, he credits his success to consciously cultivating an attitude of service and consideration for others, and he is grateful to be motivated by a desire to create the best possible outcome for others. In his retirement, Dr. Stedman remains active, serving as a member of the Austin Peay State University Retirees Association. DR. CARLTON H. STEDMAN EMERITUS DEAN Austin Peay State University Clarksville, TN
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