School of Computing Faculty, Alumni, and Doctoral Students Shine at 2025 IACIS Conference

Faculty, alumni, and doctoral students from Middle Georgia State University’s School of Computing represented the University at the 2025 International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Conference in Clearwater, Fla., October 1–4.

IACIS Awards & Honors

Dr. Kevin Floyd, associate dean and professor of information technology for the School of Computing, was elected president of IACIS—a role that reflects his leadership, scholarship, and commitment to advancing excellence in information systems education and research.

Dr. Marc Miller, Georgia Eminent Scholar in business and dean of the School of Business, served as a keynote speaker, delivering AI Ethics: Frameworks, Principles, and Future Directions and sharing insights into responsible artificial intelligence practices in education and business.

Dr. Myungjae Kwak, department chair of computer science for the School of Computing, received the prestigious IACIS Director’s Award in recognition of his exemplary scholarship, leadership, and service to the computing discipline.

Dr. Sebastian Castaldi, an alumnus of MGA’s Doctor of Science in Information Technology program (Class of 2025), received a Doctoral Student Research Award for his outstanding research contributions, further demonstrating the national impact of MGA’s doctoral program.

Faculty Presentations

MGA faculty showcased a wide range of innovative research in artificial intelligence, compliance, pedagogy, and cybersecurity:

• AI Ethics: Frameworks, Principles, and Future Directions – Dr. Marc Miller, Dr. Alex Koohang, Dr. Kevin Floyd, Dr. Carol Springer Sargent, and Dr. Doyeon Lee
• Artificial Intelligence Compliance: Perceptions within Organizations – Dr. Carol Springer Sargent, Dr. Alex Koohang, Dr. Christopher Tsavetewa, Dr. Kevin Floyd, and Dr. Salome Svanadze
• More Than a Chatbot: Human-Centered AI for Student Engagement and Academic Efficiency – Dr. Angela Munoz
• Evaluations and Outcomes of Experiences of Two Cohorts in an Information Technology Doctor of Science Program: A Comparative Analysis – Dr. Kembley Lingelbach, Dr. Valerie Mercer, and Dr. Zoroayka V. Sandoval
• Perceptions of AI-Generated and Co-Created Music Among University Students and Social Media Users – Dr. Neil Rigole, Dr. Zoroayka V. Sandoval, Dr. Shannon Beasley, and Dr. Kembley Lingelbach
• The Effectiveness of AI-Driven Tools in Improving Student Learning Outcomes Compared to Traditional Methods – Dr. Myungjae Kwak
• Toward Smarter Cybersecurity: Leveraging AI for Software Understanding – Dr. Alan Stines

Alumni Presentations

Alumni research presentations included Dr. Chris Daniels, Dr. Mustafa Abo El Rob, Dr. Stephen Fabeyo, Dr. Alexander Elliott, Dr. Charles Milam, Dr. Jason Brown, Dr. Joseph Brooks, Dr. Michael Clough, and Dr. Simeon Olaomo, all graduates of MGA’s Doctor of Science in Information Technology program. 

Celebrating Excellence

MGA congratulates all administrators, faculty, alumni, and doctoral students who participated in the 2025 IACIS Conference for their achievements and contributions to advancing computing, business, and AI-driven innovation. Together, they continue to elevate Middle Georgia State University’s reputation for academic excellence, leadership, and research innovation on the national stage.