My Professional C.V.Contact InformationJohn Kulp, MSCP, BSed3499 Orchard AvenueFinleyville, PA 15332412.932.0836jwkulp@verizon.net

Educational Background
Ph.D. – Advanced Human Behavior Studies, (Pending)
Capella University, Minneapolis, Mn

M.S. — General Psychology, Gpa: 3.83, 2019
Member, National Society of Leadership and Success
Walden University, Minneapolis, Mn

M. S. – Human Behavior Studies (6 Credits Remaining)
Member, Counseling Academic & Professional International Honor Society
Capella University, Minneapolis, Mn

B. S. – Elementary Education, Gpa: 3.88, 2016
West Virginia University, Morgantown, Wv

Executive Masters In Business (6 Credits Pending)
Waynesburg University, Waynesburg, Pa

Colorado Outward Bound Alumni School
(23-Day Wilderness Challenge)
Dale Carnegie Leadership Success Training

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Professional/ Academic Work Experience
Centrifuge Machine Operator, Mobile Oil Recycling, Dravosburg, PA April 2001 to
Present
-Machine Operator of filtration services for U.S. Steel’s Irvin Works and mills throughout the
Mon Valley, Pennsylvania areas –
•Operate and monitor centrifuge filtration machines (API oil-water separators) and support
systems that remove/separate hydraulic and waste oil impurities to recover a refined product for
recycling. Pump oil from steel mills’ storage tanks; transport to filtration facility and
return/deliver refiltered materials.
•Perform mechanical adjustments to ensure equipment remains functioning at optimal levels.
Participate in daily safety meetings and complete yearly comprehensive safety training on
environmental safety practices, safety equipment, fire prevention, handling explosive situations,
and leakage containment procedures, daily MSDS forms, and other documentation.
•Successful in sustaining a “Zero Accident Record” throughout entire employment.

Independent Contractor, Tribune-Review, Greensburg 2000 to 2006

• Delivered newspapers to 300 residential customers throughout Peters Township,
  Washington County. Maintained client records on amounts due and prospected new subscribers.
  The job required a combination of sales, customer service, delivery, recordkeeping capabilities,
  and a good work ethic.
  Professional Referees
  Jane Perez, Head of Operations, Mobile Oil Recycling, Dravosburg Auto Parts & Recyclers, PA.
  228 Washington Ave. Dravosburg, PA 15034.
  Robert Aberegg, Professor of Business Administration at Waynesburg University. 51 W College
  St, Waynesburg, PA 15370, United States
  David Duke, collogue at Dravosburg Auto Parts & Recyclers, PA. 228 Washington Ave.
  Dravosburg, PA 15034.

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Part 2: Mentorship Exchange
The process of completing my C.V. helped me notice my professional qualifications and
achievements. I realized that I had done quite much in my career. I have been to several
institutions of higher learning and acquired several degrees. I have done so much in my
professional life, and for some reason, I seemed to have forgotten about some of the
qualifications. Writing down my C.V. brought all this to my attention. I reflected throughout the
process. I saw how I was able to achieve the targets and goals that I had set for myself. It was
such a refreshing experience.
Even as I acknowledged my progress, strengths, and achievements, I realized some gaps in
my professional career. For instance, I realized that I do not have any publications to my name. I
have acquired a lot of knowledge and skills, but for some reason, I have not written any journals
or articles. That gap in my CV made me think a lot about how I intend to contribute to available
literature in my field. I know publishing is not a requirement to have published content and
research before being allowed to defend my thesis. However, I feel obligated to do so as a
scholar in the field of psychology. Writing y CV helped me realize that I have ‘sat’ on my
knowledge for way too long, and it is time I share it with the world through publishing and
identifying co-authors with whom we share interests so that we can write and publish our work. I
even set a target that by the end of July 2022, I should have made at least one publication. This is
a target that I am determined to meet.
Another gap that I identified in my C.V. is on volunteer experience. I do not have much to
say about this area of my professional development because I have not done much in it either.
This gap got me thinking about the many people and organizations that could benefit from my

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volunteering services, and I purposed to plan well and ensure that I volunteer. My schedule at the
moment is quite busy; balancing between school, work and life can be quite a lot. However, I
purposed to look for ways through which I can volunteer and positively impact my society. This
will allow me an additional opportunity to share my experiences as a psychologist and help
change lives.
After writing the C.V and identifying my accomplishments, strengths, as well as gaps, and
weaknesses, I realized that the document I wrote was not the final one. Since I will work on it
myself, I will continually fill in the gaps when I complete the required tasks. For example, I will
be able to fill in the publications gap after publishing. Additionally, once I volunteer, I will be
able to fill in that part of the C.V. It is a continuous process. It is, therefore, an active document
that will be edited at any time throughout my professional career. I am also working on y Ph.D.,
and once I complete it, I will add this information to the C.V.
The process of revision is important as it will ensure that I keep my C.V. up to date. As I go
through my career, I will gain additional skills and qualifications, and this important information
will be captured on the C.V. Besides, some of my courses are pending. They are a work in
progress. Thus, when I complete them, I will update these parts of my C.V. and show that I have
actually graduated. Revising also helps give me a modern view of my career achievements. For
instance, I am writing a CV after such a long time, and it made me realize that I have achieved
quite a lot since then. Periodically fine-tuning and editing the document will help ensure that I
have a modern up to date CV that accurately captures my achievements.
Overall, the requirements of this week’s assignment helped me go deep in thought. As I
reflected, I was able to acknowledge my progress. Looking at y accomplishments has helped me
realize why I did not quit even when it felt like the right thing to do so many times in the course

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of my school life. I have been in school for quite a long time. Looking at the summary of what I
have achieved over the years made me appreciate my progress. Writing the C.V. and then
reflecting on it was quite an insightful experience. I also realized that I have been working at my
current organization for slightly over two decades. That is such a long time. I intend on pursuing
something else in the field of psychology. I have not yet figured out what exactly I want to do.
However, after writing the C.V., I now know that I will make a decision soon on where exactly I
want to venture into the field of psychology. Evidently, it was a very insightful experience.