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James J. Adams, Ed.D.

Executive Director, Center for Global Learning & Engagement
Professor, Leadership
Phone: (626) 815-2113
Email: jadams@apu.edu
Fax: (626) 815-2111
Jim Adams, Ed.D., is executive director of the Center for Global Learning & Engagement (CGLE). The CGLE at APU includes study abroad, and the promotion of Intentional Internationalization at the university.

Adams has served in ministry and academic leadership positions for over thirty years, as well as performing consulting work in several schools and universities. Prior to coming to APU, he was the superintendent and chief executive officer of the Western Christian Schools, and previously vice president and chief operating officer at Life Pacific College in San Dimas, California. His research interests include international education and leadership, faculty performance, and developing creative leadership in the local church.

Adams is passionate about developing leaders in the global context, and has taught leadership courses in institutions worldwide over the past thirteen years. He is currently a member of the Master's Studies Council, International Collaboration Committee, and the WASC Executive Steering Committee at APU, and has been active in a number of local community groups and boards. As an ordained minister, he serves in leadership at his church in Pomona, California, and is a member of the licensing and doctrine committee of his denomination.

Education

Ed.D. - University of Southern California, Higher Education Leadership
M.A. - Azusa Pacific University, Social Science: Leadership Studies
B.A. - LIFE Pacific College, Theology

Department

  • School of Behavioral and Applied Sciences
    • Department of Leadership and College Student Development

Expertise

  • K-12 and Higher Education Leadership
  • Leadership Theory

Courses Taught

GLDR 595 – Capstone in Global Leadership
LDRS 520 – Understanding Vocation in a Changing World
LDRS 592 – Research and Assessment Tools for Leaders

Professional/Scholarly Presentations

Presentations
Bryan, J., McIntire, D., Bekele, B., & Adams, J. How Does an Intentional American Graduate Program Impact an Emerging Country: A Case Study of Ethiopia Leadership Transformation. International Leadership Association. November 2006, Chicago, IL.

Adams, J. & Schell, S. Holiness in the 21st Century: Local Church Impact. A paper presented at the Wesleyan-Holiness Study Project. February 2006, Azusa, CA.

Adams, J., Hagedorn, L., & Moon, H. Faculty Merit Pay and the Effect of Unionization in California Postsecondary Institutions. Association for Institutional Research. June 2001, Long Beach, CA.

Hagedorn, L., Adams, J. Moon, H., & Patriquin, L. Faculty Performance and Merit in California. American Educational Research Association. April 2001, Seattle, WA.

Publications
Adams, J. & Schell, C. (2008). Holiness in the local church in Mannoia, K. & Thorsen, D. (Eds.) The holiness manifesto. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans.

Adams, J. & McIntire. D. (2007). Engaging the team: Promoting healthy change in your organization in McIntire, D. (ed.) Teamwork: Making the dream work. Indianapolis: Precedent Press.

Adams, J. 2007. A history of Foursquare women leaders in Schell, S. (ed.) Women in leadership ministry. Los Angles: Foursquare Media.

Hagedorn, L. (ed.), & Adams, J. (Contributing ed.). (2001). Sound Instruction: Ready to use Classroom Practice. Chattanooga, TN: Rapid Intellect Group.

Adams, J. (ed.). (1998). Institutional Review Board: Transitional Guidelines for Researchers. San Dimas, Ca: Life Pacific College.

Professional Experience

Consulting Engagements
Adams, J., Colachico, D. & McIntire, D. (2008). Revitalizing university faculty through an international teaching and learning experience. (In press).

Professional Involvement and Accomplishments

Dissertation Award of Merit, USC Rossier School, 2002
Contributing Editor. 1999- 2001. For Academic Exchange Quarterly, a peer-reviewed journal.
Research Assistant. 1999- 2001. Rossier School of Education: University of Southern California.
Field Work Intern, University of Laverne. 2000-2001. Rossier School of Education: University of Southern California.
Marquis’ Who’s Who in the West, 1993.
Marquis; Who’s Who in Religion, 1993.
Reserve Officer of the Year, LAPD West Valley Division, 1988.