Dr. Corey R. Sims, PhD · Indianapolis, IN

Research
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In Practice

Dr. Corey R. Sims translates social psychology research into actionable systems that help institutions retain students, develop leaders, and deploy AI responsibly.

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"The gap between research and results is not a knowledge problem. It is a translation problem. That is exactly what Sims Praxis solves."

Who We Are
About Dr. Sims
Dr. Corey R. Sims, PhD
PhD in Social Psychology
Higher Education Senior Executive
Visiting Professor
U.S. Army National Guard Veteran
Grant Project Director

Dr. Corey R. Sims brings a rare combination of credentials to every engagement: a PhD in social psychology, senior leadership experience in higher education, military service, and frontline research on the responsible use of artificial intelligence in institutional settings.

Sims Praxis was built to close the gap that most consultants cannot bridge. The work is practical by design: translating peer-reviewed social science into tools, frameworks, and systems that administrators, HR leaders, and community organizations can put to use right away.

"Authoritative without being academic. Practical without being shallow. Every framework I share has been tested against real institutional constraints, not theorized from a distance."

Dr. Corey R. Sims, PhD · Founder, Sims Praxis
What We Offer
How Sims Praxis Works With You
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Newsletter · Bimonthly
The Praxis Brief
Social psychology insights applied to higher education, leadership, and AI. Built for people who need to act on research, not just read it. Published every other Tuesday.
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Online Courses · Self Paced
Course Library
Three professional courses for higher ed administrators, HR leaders, and practitioners. Built on peer-reviewed research, taught by someone who runs the systems being studied.
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Digital Tools · Instant Download
Practitioner Toolkits
Audit guides, assessment frameworks, and action planners for student retention, AI readiness, and team performance. Packaged for immediate implementation.
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Keynote · Conference · Workshop
Speaking Engagements
Three signature talks for higher education conferences, HR summits, and community events. Available for keynotes, workshops, and faculty development sessions.
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Podcast · Biweekly
The Praxis Podcast
20 to 30 minute episodes on social psychology, higher education, and leadership. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
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Research · Strategy · Training
Consulting Engagements
Custom research, intervention design, and staff training for institutions that need evidence-based strategy, not off the shelf frameworks. Inquire for scope and availability.
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Practitioner Tools
Digital Toolkits & Courses
Digital Download
Student Retention Audit Guide
A 30-page structured guide helping student success administrators audit their intervention infrastructure. Includes self-scoring rubrics, gap analysis worksheets, and a 90 day action planner.
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Digital Download
AI Readiness Assessment for Higher Ed Leaders
A self-guided tool assessing institutional AI readiness across 5 dimensions: culture, infrastructure, policy, faculty adoption, and student impact. Built for VPs, deans, and department chairs.
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Digital Download
Social Psychology of Teams Toolkit
Practical frameworks for understanding group behavior, improving team cohesion, and reducing conflict, written for working professionals. Broader market, immediate application.
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Online Course
The Psychology of Student Persistence
6-module course for student success professionals, academic advisors, and retention coordinators. Evidence-based frameworks for building institutions where students stay and thrive.
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Online Course
AI in Higher Ed: A Leader's Field Guide
5-module course covering AI literacy, ethical implementation, vendor evaluation, policy drafting, and ROI measurement. For higher education leaders, nonprofit executives, and organizational decision makers navigating the AI moment without a technical background.
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Online Course
Applied Social Psychology for Real Life
Accessible course for managers, community leaders, coaches, and educators. Covers influence, bias, social identity, and group behavior, without the academic jargon that gets in the way.
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Keynotes & Workshops
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Dr. Sims brings the credibility of a researcher, the authority of an executive, and the authenticity of someone who has led people in classrooms, boardrooms, and field operations. Three signature talks are available for conference keynotes, faculty development days, and professional summits.

Higher Education Conferences
"The Science of Staying: What Social Psychology Tells Us About Student Persistence"
HR / Workforce Development Events
"Evidence-Based Leadership in the Age of AI"
Community / Faith / Civic Audiences
"Applied Psychology for the Real World"
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Speaking Fee Range
Contact for Rates
Per engagement. Rate varies by event type, audience size, and travel requirements. Workshop rates available for half day and full day formats.
Target Conferences
  • NASPA Annual Conference
  • ACPA Convention
  • EDUCAUSE Annual
  • SHRM Conferences
  • Indiana INconference
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The Praxis Podcast
Social psychology, leadership, and the future of higher education. Episodes run 20 to 30 minutes, published biweekly.
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