Eric B. Fretz
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- School: University of Michigan
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- Department: Psychology
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Location:
500 S State St
Ann Arbor, MI - 48109 - Dates at University of Michigan: November 2015 - May 2020
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Would take again: Yes
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Awesome
Professor Fretz is great. He treats you more like a colleague than a student. The course load is totally manageable and his expectations were always clear. As long as you actually do the work and come to class, you'll get a good grade. Just don't try to mess up, he'll notice it.
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Would take again: No
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Professor Fretz can seem a bit jerky at times. However, I think he does this partly on purpose so that students don't become complacent and be relaxed. He can be a little inconsistent at times though. On the other hand, he will usually give you the benefit of the doubt if he sees that you are trying.
Biography
University of Michigan - Psychology
Helping students, veterans, and student-veterans reach their full potential!
Higher Education
Eric
Fretz
Greater Detroit Area
https://www.youtube.com/watch?7=&v=sfZmTGUfHtw
EDUCATOR
* Dual Ph.D. (2010) Psychology & Education University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
* Faculty Lecturer & Adjunct Professor 100-600 level. Psychology, EQ, Entrepreneurial Creativity (2010-present) Golden Apple nominee ’15-'16, ’16-‘17, '18-'19
* M.S. (2002) Psychology University of Michigan
* M.S. (1999) Education & Training Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL
* Muse Educational Consulting, LLC Ann Arbor Office Lead (2015-present)
* Certified Substitute Teacher State of Michigan (2010-2012)
* Master Training Specialist certification &
Technical Training Officer (School Supt) Naval Trng Center Great Lakes (1996)
LEADER
* Lieutenant Commander, US Navy (retired) 20 yrs Active & Reserve, Surface Warfare Officer, Battle Watch Officer, 3 Persian Gulf combat zone deployments, Bronze Star Medal, Defense Meritorious Service Medal (1989-2009)
* Owner and CEO of Flat Rock Aesthetics A Laser Aesthetics clinic (2012-present)
* Chairman, Michigan Veterans Affairs Assn "Region 9 Veterans Community Action Team", serving 6 counties. (2015-present)
* State Director, MI (GS-15) , Selective Service System (2018-present)
PUBLIC SPEAKER
* Keynote Speaker: UM Tri-Svc Military Ball 2016, UM SVA Benefit Dinner 2015, Council of Michigan Veteran Educators Annual Conf 2017, Tennessee Dept of Veteran Services Summit 2017. Flagstar Bank Veterans Day 2017 (simulcast nationally), MSU SVRC Awards Dinner 2019.
MENTOR
Faculty Mentor & Instructor Student Veterans of America, U of M chapter (2011-present)
Mentor Program Director Washtenaw County Veterans Treatment Court (2013-present)
PUBLIC SERVANT
See Volunteer section of profile.
OTHER
Eagle Scout class of 1983
Founding Leader, Victory Base Council Iraqi Boy Scout/Girl Guide program and camp built in Baghdad, Iraq in 2008. Served 100+ Iraqi youth 2008-2011
Certifications: Wilderness First Responder (WMTC), Combat Lifesaver (US Army), Skipper (ASA)
Experience
University of Michigan
Faculty Lecturer
Design and deliver courses centered on Educational Psychology, Team Skills/Emotional Intelligence, and Entrepreneurship. Class size 18-350. Level from 100 - 600. Four different departments or colleges within UM. Creator and Instructor for the LSA core course in the Entrepreneurship Minor with Innovate Blue, and creator and instructor for a Masters level Emotional Intelligence class in the Center for Entrepreneurship. All part of UM's #1 ranked Entrepreneurship program.
Selective Service System
State Director
Lead a team of military officers and civilian volunteers to train and staff the draft infrastructure for the entire State of Michigan. This includes local and appeal boards covering every county in the state, that would hear claims of exemption and deferment in the case of a draft. Encourage a high level of public awareness of draft registration requirement for 18 yo males, and serve as the public relations contact for Michigan government and citizens in relation to SSS operations, plans, and policies. In the event of a Mobilization, supervise the activation of all area offices and hiring/training of all required staff to meet timelines set by National and Regional Headquarters.
Boy Scouts of America
www.troop8.org
Provide supervision and mentoring for a youth-run outdoor leadership development program, to include weekly meetings, weekend trips, and 7-25 day trips, both local and international, across a variety of outdoor skill sets (backpacking, canoeing, skiing, wilderness survival, first aid, etc). Ages 11-18.William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan
International Consultant
Assist as directed with curriculum development/revision, assessment, training, team development, and mentoring. Current major focus: LIFE Project, Turkey. (assisting with training Syrian refugees to be food entrepreneurs)
Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Chairman, Veterans Community Action Team (VCAT) Region 9
Lead an all volunteer team in coordinating and supporting a network of all veteran-helping professionals in a six county area serving over 50,000 veterans. Plan and host major events for thousands of veterans at a time.
Flat Rock Aesthetics
Owner/CEO
Medical/Laser aesthetics clinic using state of the art technology to deliver a variety of cosmetic enhancements including permanent hair reduction, spider vein removal, facial photo-rejuvenation, reduction in uneven pigmentation or brown spots, and more.
Education
University of Michigan
PhD
Psychology & Education
University of Michigan
M.A.
Psychology
Masters earned as part of a dual PhD program (Combined Program in Education and Psychology).Spencer Fellowship
Golden Apple nomination
The Golden Apple Award is the only student nominated award that recognizes outstanding university teaching. Multiple nominations since 2014.University of Michigan
Faculty Lecturer
Design and deliver courses centered on Educational Psychology, Team Skills/Emotional Intelligence, and Entrepreneurship. Class size 18-350. Level from 100 - 600. Four different departments or colleges within UM. Creator and Instructor for the LSA core course in the Entrepreneurship Minor with Innovate Blue, and creator and instructor for a Masters level Emotional Intelligence class in the Center for Entrepreneurship. All part of UM's #1 ranked Entrepreneurship program.Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
M.A.
Education and Training
Selective Service System
State Director
Lead a team of military officers and civilian volunteers to train and staff the draft infrastructure for the entire State of Michigan. This includes local and appeal boards covering every county in the state, that would hear claims of exemption and deferment in the case of a draft. Encourage a high level of public awareness of draft registration requirement for 18 yo males, and serve as the public relations contact for Michigan government and citizens in relation to SSS operations, plans, and policies. In the event of a Mobilization, supervise the activation of all area offices and hiring/training of all required staff to meet timelines set by National and Regional Headquarters.
