KARL REIMERS PROFESSOR of CIS

BIOGRAPHY: Business background and involved with higher education for nearly 20 years at the University of Mount Olive. Specializing in the project management of student-led, online tutorials and community outreach. Publishing expert on the value and impact of IT certifications and real-world, end-of-program, capstone projects.
2022/2023 Accomplishments:
Designed UMO undergraduate cybersecurity minor which is core to the new Cybersecurity and Applied Computer Science program
Designed American Military University's cybersecurity graduate program capstone experience and a graduate course in Cyber Ethics.

CIS

Computer Info Systems

Driving current technology!

CIS blends technology with information systems- it includes networks, the cloud, cyber security, information assurance & much more! Learn more ⟶

CERTS

IT Certifications

The More the merrier!

What is a certification? How important is it to be "Certified?" What IT certifications do employers value highly? Get the great job- GET CERTIFIED! Learn more ⟶

(SM)

Social Media

Technology drives the platforms!

How do internet entrepreneurs and small businesses plan and implement social media marketing to increase their bottom line? Learn more ⟶

Remarkable student projects

In their final class, students at the University of Mount Olive participate in a team capstone project that represents new work and ideas; and, affords students the opportunity to apply and demonstrate the knowledge and skills that they have gained during their academic career. Current examples appear below:

Cyber Security Website

IT Projects Website

Social Media Website

Capstone Project Methodology

Updated July 25, 2019

A Community Project!

the town of Calypso needed a new website - UMO students delivered!

A real-world, CIS capstone project was created when the CIS & Business Management students had to apply the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) when creating a state-of-the-art professional website. The project benefited the community, helped to enhance student resumes, and raised the profile of UMO!

Calypso Website ⟶

Updated August 2, 2019

Another Community Project!

the historical society of Mount Olive needed a website - UMO students delivered!

Another real-world, CIS capstone project was created when the CIS & Business Management students had to apply the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) when creating a state-of-the-art professional website. The project benefited the community, helped to enhance student resumes, and raised the profile of UMO!

Mount Olive Museum ⟶

Updated June 2, 2017

Promoting Business Outreach

Creating a website to sell books for local author!

New Bern novelist, Robert Van Kirk, needed help with using social media to sell his books. Our Internet & Social Media Marketing for Business students came to the rescue. Based on a comprehensive social media marketing plan, teams were tasked with developing and implementing a website to sell books.

Robert L. Van Kirk ⟶

Publishing: Shaping the curve!

Staying current with technology is a formidable task. Helping to shape the future is much more daunting. Publishing not only enhances one's knowledge in a particular field, but also it helps make one a better teacher by disseminating the latest knowledge and information to the people who need it.

peer reviewed publishing

make the Time !!!! Publish or perish? YES. Embrace and ENjoy it!

My recent publishing involves an IT certification classification matrix which can be used by companies to vet prospective employees. Read More

conferences

online conferences- zooming into the future!

Virtual conferences have been around for quite a while. The opportunity costs are high for attending traditional conferences...Read More

Work-in-progress

SM is so HIP! Hundo p !!!! karl's list: Help Wanted: publishing partner.

Certainly, one of the hottest areas in the publishing arena concerns SM- ranging from the psychological impact on society to the ....... Read More

Disseration results in my Ph.d.

booklet helped define my future research & Career!

Teachers who have IT certifications will have a positive impact on student learning outcomes. Proven nearly 15 years ago in a study ..... Read More

I have the best job in the world...... not a job..... but a way & love of life!

The University of Mount Olive is a Christian faith-based, values-centered private institution rooted in the liberal arts tradition. UMO serves the students, the founding church, and the communities.

UNIVERSITY OF MOUNT OLIVE

Let's have some fun !

These images help define my character- it is a "grab bag" for the curiosity seekers. UPDATED: 8/1/2019

Door 1

Before you click the icon above, try to guess- my daughter with her favorite stuffed animal which is a ???????????????

Door 2

Where I browse to get the latest headlines on a daily basis. There is something here for everyone !!!! RATED_PG13

Door 3

On the way up to the highest point East of the Mississippi- getting back to nature and hiking is a hobby that this person enjoys. Who is he ????????

Door 4

Church going conservative who is very patriotic, quite an artist and a great golfer but not perfect (get those grades up!!!) - who is she ???

Door 5

This is a website that has been censored by FB, Google, YouTube, Twitter and other major SM platforms; therefore, I go there.

Secret Door

One of my favorite things I cherish at UMO which takes place just before Thanksgiving and Easter- what is it?

Contact ME

If you would like more information regarding projects, research, collaboration, consulting or any other opportunitiues, please contact me via the link below. Thank you and all the best! Kar Reimers, Ph.D

And thank you for taking the time to contact me!

About Me

This website is an informational portal for Karl Reimers which highlights my profession as well as some personal aspects and my employment at UMO.

My Community

My professional mission coincides with that of the University of Mount Olive- based on Christian faith-based values, I serve my students, my church, and my community. "Here Comes The Sun" & Trivia!

Social Hangouts

Contact Info

Phone: 919 299 8082

Email: karlwreimers@gmail.com