Hi, my name is Maria Schenk. I have an M.S. in Computer Information Systems and have worked in higher education since 2005. I have been assigned to work on projects that involve classroom-based and online instruction and very much enjoyed those experiences. I have always been interested in distance learning and would be happy to attain a position in the e-learning field.

Currently, I am working on the Northwest Tribal Vision Project at Legacy Health Systems. This project involves the development of an application that will be used to enable ophthalmologists at Legacy Good Samaritan Devers Eye Institute to treat Native Americans in Pendleton, Oregon and Wichita, Kansas. The main part of the project should be completed in about 3 months. I enjoy working on application development, but I also enjoy interacting with people. That is why I like teaching and working with students.

On a personal note, I enjoy being outdoors (especially near water-lakes, rivers, etc.). I love camping and being in peaceful surroundings (away from work) and spending time with my family. I am also an animal lover and I like to crochet. :)