Teaching & Mentorship
Developing the Next Generation of Scholar-Practitioners
Teaching and mentorship are central to Mark Garland's work. He believes that advancing the science and practice of resilience requires investing in the scholars, practitioners, and leaders who will carry this work forward. His approach is grounded in advocacy, accessibility, and a deep commitment to opening doors for students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Teaching Experience
Teaching & Academic Engagement
Helping tomorrow’s leaders rise stronger through resilience, purpose, and performance.
Mark Garland serves as a faculty member in the College of Business and a PhD (ABD) student in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. He is also a guest lecturer and workshop facilitator, bringing over two decades of leadershi
Teaching & Academic Engagement
Helping tomorrow’s leaders rise stronger through resilience, purpose, and performance.
Mark Garland serves as a faculty member in the College of Business and a PhD (ABD) student in Industrial-Organizational Psychology. He is also a guest lecturer and workshop facilitator, bringing over two decades of leadership and consulting experience into every classroom and seminar.
His teaching blends science and application, empowering students and professionals to bridge what they know with how they lead. Mark’s approach combines real-world insight, research-backed methods, and a faith-driven commitment to developing resilient, high-performing leaders.
Teaching & Workshop Areas
- Industrial-Organizational Psychology
- Go-to-Market Strategy
- Servant Leadership
- Principles of Leadership
- Principles of Marketing
- Leadership Development
- Resilience & Performance
- Research Methods
- Organizational Behavior
Mentorship
Mentorship Philosophy:
Mentorship Philosophy:
Who I Mentor:
Veterans Transitioning to Academia: You served your country. Now you're navigating the foreign terrain of graduate school. I've walked that path—from the 82nd Airborne to a PhD program—and I'm here to help you succeed.
First-Generation College Students You're the first in your family to pursue higher education. The barriers ar
Who I Mentor:
Veterans Transitioning to Academia: You served your country. Now you're navigating the foreign terrain of graduate school. I've walked that path—from the 82nd Airborne to a PhD program—and I'm here to help you succeed.
First-Generation College Students You're the first in your family to pursue higher education. The barriers are real, but so is your potential. I'm committed to providing the guidance, support, and connections that transform potential into achievement.
As a student from a Working-Class Community, I understand the challenges faced by non-traditional students. You don't need to fit the traditional mold to succeed in academia or professional practice.
Future I-O Psychology Practitioners, whether you're pursuing your master's, doctorate, or SPHR certification, I provide academic guidance, professional development, and the real-world perspective that bridges theory and practice.
Mentorship Philosophy:
Mentorship Philosophy:
Mentorship Philosophy:
I believe that lived experience—including military service, faith traditions, and personal encounters with trauma—isn't a liability in academic or professional settings. It's an asset that contributes to richer scholarship and more effective interventions. My mentorship approach:
- Advocacy - Not just advice, but opening doors
- Connection - In
I believe that lived experience—including military service, faith traditions, and personal encounters with trauma—isn't a liability in academic or professional settings. It's an asset that contributes to richer scholarship and more effective interventions. My mentorship approach:
- Advocacy - Not just advice, but opening doors
- Connection - Introducing you to networks and opportunities
- Development - Building both academic and professional skills
- Support - Recognizing that success requires more than just intellect in the marketplace.