Expertise:
Professor Ortiz' expertise is in computer business applications.
Hobbies/Sports:
Drawing, Making Collages, Attending Art Shows and Vineyards, Wine Tasting
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Education, Sonoma State University (2005); Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts and Graphic Design, Sonoma State University, California College of the Arts (1982)
Number Of Years In Profession:
37
Number Of Years In Current Position:
11
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to the support she receives from her family, especially her husband, who always encourages her.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after spending 25 years in the advertising and multimedia industry, and developing an interest in teaching.
Extended Bio Profile:
Professor Ortiz is an accomplished artist and some of her pieces appear in the Upstairs Gallery in Healdsburg, California. She has studied under the famous sculptor Roger Barr for 10 years. She also studied and worked along side of multimedia artist Elizabeth Quandt for six years. She has done advertising for the last 30 years and appeared in the April 2005 issue of Victorian Homes for an article she wrote about Miracle repair for Airlooms. Her artist name is Vonn Keech.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching Classes on Information Technology Systems, Beginning Software Programs like Microsoft, Introductory Computer and Computer Language Skills and Printing Devices
Education Certifications:
Certifications in Microsoft Word; Certification in Microsoft PowerPoint; Certified Welder; Certified Printmaker in Engraving and Etching; Certification in Dye Manufacturing
Awards/Honors:
Blue Ribbons for her Multimedia Collage Artwork