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PAMELA A. KAYLOR, Ph.D.

Business Address Permanent Address Ohio University Lancaster 3336 Gun Barrel Road 1570 Granville Pike Rushville, OH 43150 Lancaster, OH 43130 (740) 536-7324 (740) 654-6711 [email protected] [email protected]

TEACHING CREDENTIALS

Primary Areas of Instructional Interest: Argumentation, Advocacy, and Debate, Organizational Communication Theory, Qualitative Research Methods, Intercultural and Interracial Communication, Gendered Communication, Instructional Design, Feminist Theory, Rhetoric and Public Speaking

Secondary Areas of Instructional Interest: Interpersonal Communication, Social Movements, Gender Studies

Academic Preparation: Ph.D. Organizational Communication, Ohio University, 2002 Adviser: Dr. David Descutner Graduate Certificate in Women’s Studies, Ohio University, 2002 M.A. Organizational Communication, Murray State University, 1998 Advisers: Dr. Vernon Gantt and Dr. Lou Davidson Tillson B.A. Organizational Communication, Murray State University, 1996 B.A. Sociology, Murray State University, 1996 Minor: Anthropology A.A. Computer Programming, CareerComm College of Business, 1986

Academic Employment: Fall 1999 - Present Group II Faculty, Ohio University-Lancaster/Pickerington Center (Lancaster, Ohio) Fall 2001 - Present Adjunct Professor, Ohio Dominican University (Columbus, Ohio) Fall 2003 – Fall 2004 Adjunct Professor, Capital University (Columbus, Ohio) Spr. 2002 - Fall 2000 Visiting Lecturer, Full-time, Ohio State University (Columbus, Ohio) Spr. 2001 - Fall 2000 Adjunct Instructor, Ohio University (Chillicothe, Ohio) Fall 1998 - Spr. 2000 Graduate Teaching Associate, Ohio University (Athens, Ohio) Fall 1996 - Spr. 1998 Graduate Teaching Associate, Murray State University (Murray, Kentucky)

Teaching Honors: 2012 Outstanding Communication Instructor, Ohio University Lancaster Lambda Pi Eta 2012 Outstanding Professor, Ohio University Lancaster Student Organizations 1997. Outstanding Graduate Teaching Associate, Kentucky Communication Association 1996. Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant, Department of Speech Communication and Theater Teaching Experience: The Ohio University-Lancaster COMS 1010 Fundamentals in Human Communication COMS 1030 Public Speaking COMS 1100 Communication Between Cultures COMS 2050 Techniques of Group Communication COMS 2060 Communication in Interpersonal Relationships COMS 2150 Argumentative Analysis and Advocacy COMS 2350 Introduction to Communication Theory COMS 2450 Introduction to Organizational Communication COMS 3600 Introduction to Communication in Public Advocacy COMS 3420 Field Research Methods in Communication COMS 3620 Rhetorical Analysis and Criticism COMS 2040 Principles & Techniques of Interviewing COMS 3150 Advanced Argument and Debate COMS 3420 Communication and Persuasion COMS 3450 Advanced Organizational Communication COMS 3520 Political Rhetoric COMS 4030 Advanced Presentations COMS 4100 Cross-Cultural Communication COMS 4190 Instructional Training and Development COMS 4200 Gender and Communication COMS 4530 Communication and Campaign WGS 1000 Introduction to Women’s Studies WGS 2000 Women Issues in a Global Context WGS 3500 Feminist Theory WGS 4100 Global Feminism WGS 4800 Capstone Course in Certificate Program Capital University COM 151 Interpersonal Communication COM 252 Group Communication COM 353 Organizational Communication Ohio Dominican University: BUS 200 Business Communication BUS 303 Organizational Communication BUS 545 Organizational Communication (MBA program) COM 105 Introduction to Oral Communication LNG 242 Cross-Cultural Communication Ohio State University JCOM 324 Human Relations and Interpersonal Communication JCOM 335 Organizational Communication JCOM 368 Intercultural/Interracial Communication JCOM 668 Contemp. Perspectives on Intercultural Communication in Organizational Contexts JCOM 671 Qualitative Research in Communication Studies: Participant Observation JCOM 673 Qualitative Research in Communication Studies: Analyzing Texts and Documents Ohio University Compressed Video System Various COMS classes and all WGS Basic Courses The Ohio University-Athens INCO 103 Introduction to Public Speaking INCO 205 Small Group Communication (assisted) INCO 206 Interpersonal Communication WS 100 Introduction to Women’s Studies Murray State University COM 161: Public Speaking COM 181: Interpersonal Communication

Research & Scholarship

Research Interests: My research interests focus on issues of power, communication, gender, and culture in public and organizational arenas. Recent projects include explorations of power and pedagogical discourse in the classroom and reclaiming women’s rhetorical voices in history.

Publications (chronological order):

Kaylor, P. (2003). From Green River Farm to Feminist Front: An Examination of Allie Corbin Hixson – Kentucky Activist. Kentucky Journal of Communication, Spring 2003. Dissertation Publication. (May, 2002). From Green River farm to feminist front: A rhetorical analysis of Allie Hixson’s ERA crusade, The Ohio University, Athens, OH. Dawes, P. (2001). “Nonverbal Scavenger Hunt.” In Hugenberg, L. W., & Hugenberg, B. S. (eds.). Teaching Tips for the basic communication course, No. X. Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt, Inc. Dawes, P. (1998). “Scent”sory Perception. In Hugenberg, L. W., & Moyer, B. S. (eds.). Teaching tips for the basic communication course, No. I. Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt, Inc. Dawes, P. (1998). Getting to Know You: An Ice Breaker with a Public Speaking Twist. In Hugenberg, L. W., & Moyer, B. S. (eds.). Teaching tips for the basic communication course, No. I. Dubuque, IA: Kendall-Hunt, Inc. Gesler, D.M., Hanor-Dawes, P., & Tillson, L.D. (1997). The games our students play: A Roundtable discussion. Proceedings of the 1997 Kentucky Communication Association Annual Conference: KCA, 161-166. Thesis Publication. (August, 1997) Women and Alienation in Academia: A Communication Study of Faculty at a Regional University, Murray State University, Murray, KY. Dawes, P., and Bundy, P. (1995). “The Foust Complex: An Archaeological Analysis of the Foust Site Complex, Marshall County, Kentucky,” presented at several conferences, including South- eastern Archaeology Conference, accepted for publication by the KY Humanities Council. Dawes, P., Leath, J., and Smith, G. (1996). “CulturQuest: The Mexican Migrant Culture,” a brochure submitted to the Kentucky Task Force on Migrant Workers for publication. Non-academic publications: I have had articles published in the Industrial Quarterly, the Popularity Gazette, Notations, the Graphein, several women’s publications, and various newsletters and newspapers (state and local).

Conference Papers:

Kaylor, P. (Nov, 2003). “If You Let Me Play! A Semiotic Analysis of Female Athleticism in a Metropolitan Newspaper,” Semiotics and Communication Commission, National Communication Association, Miami, Florida Kaylor, P. (November 2003). “Barriers to Reaching Out: Exploring Student Resistance to Discussions about Culture,” Sponsored by NCA First Vice President, National Communication Association, Miami, Florida Kaylor, P. (November, 2002). “From Green River Farm to Feminist Front: The Rhetorical Strategies of Allie Corbin Hixson in the Crusade for ERA Ratification,” American Society for the History of Rhetoric and Feminist and Women’s Studies Divisions, National Communication Association, New Orleans, Louisiana Kaylor, P. (April, 2002). “Reconstructing Community By Speaking Out: Exploring the Rhetorical Strategies of Female Activists,” Rhetoric and Public Address/Interpretation and Performance Studies Divisions, Eastern Communication Association, New York Kaylor, P. (November, 2001). “Exploring the Trials and Tribulations, Secrets and Successes of Digital Dating: (Auto)Ethnographic Confessions from Match.com.” National Communication Association annual conference, Atlanta, GA. Kaylor, P. (November, 2001). “From Streetwalking Cinderella to Buxom Brockovich? Visualizing Julia Roberts’ Evolving Portrayals of Strong Female Characters.” National Communication Association annual conference, Atlanta, GA. Kaylor, P. (November, 2001). “Scavenging for Nonverbal Communication.” National Communication Association annual convention, Atlanta, GA. Kaylor, P. (November, 2001). “Creating Belonging and Notions of Home: Gender Climate Studies and Why We Need Them.” Organization for Women, Language and Gender in Communication, San Diego, CA. Dawes, P. (March 2001). “Alienation in the Academy.” Panel: Power and Risk: Women and Organizations. Presented at the bi-annual meeting of the Women and Power Conference, Murfreesboro, TN. Dawes, P. (November 2000). “Visions of a Leader: Malcolm X as Illustrated in Documentary and Film,” National Communication Association annual conference, Seattle, WA. Dawes, P. (October 2000). Examining Difference Using Rhetorical Descriptions of Space: Female Academicians of Color Speak Out. Woman and Language Conference, Milwaukee, WI Dawes, P.. (April 2000). “Role Models or Brats?: Rugrats--From the Mouths of Babes,” Central States Communication Association, Detroit, MI. Dawes, P. (October 1999). “Role Models or Brats?: Rugrats--From the Mouths of Babes,” Speech Communication Association of Ohio annual conference, Westerville, OH. Dawes, P. (July 1999). “Voices from the Academy: Female African American Professors Speak,” International Association for International Studies 7th International Conference on Cross-Cultural Communication. Louisville, KY. Gesler, D., Davidson-Tillson, L., and Dawes, P. (November 1998). “The Games Our Students Play: A Review Activity for the Interpersonal Communication Classroom,” accepted by GIFTS —Great Ideas for Teaching Speech, National Communication Association annual conference, New York, NY. Dawes, P. (November 1998). “In the Eyes of the Beholder: A Feminist Analysis of The Mirror Has Two Faces,” National Communication Association annual conference, New York, NY. Dawes, P. (March 1998). “Disclosing the Findings: A Survey of Male and Female Faculty Members at a Regional University.” Celebrate Women 1998. Murray State University, Murray, KY. Dawes, P. (March 1998). “Women as Property and the Law,” Celebrate Women 1998, Murray State University, Murray, KY. Dawes, P. (March 1998). “A Revision of Women Making Choices: A Rhetorical Analysis of Moonlight and Valentino.” Celebrate Women 1998. Murray State University, KY. Dawes, P. (November 1997). “Women’s Choices: A Rhetorical Analysis of Moonlight and Valentino,” National Communication Association annual conference, Chicago, IL. Dawes, P. (March 1997). “Women as Property under the Law,” Celebrate Women Conference. Dawes, P. (November 1996). “SCENTsory Perception,” Speech Communication Association annual conference (San Diego), Great Ideas for Teaching Speech section. Dawes, P., Sammons, S., Allison, L., and Smith, G. (1995). “Surviving the Business Assignment in Saudi Arabia: An Intercultural Communication Training Workshop.” Presenter. College of Fine Arts and Communication Student Colloquium, Murray State University, Murray, KY. Dawes, P., Smith, G., Leath, J., and Warren, T. (1995). “Incorporation of the Mexican Migrant Worker into Agribusiness: A Communication Workshop for American Farmers.” Presenter. College of Fine Arts and Communication Student Colloquium, Murray Sate University, Murray, KY. Dawes, P. (October 1996). “Fast Food Women: An Ethnographic Glance into the Lives of Fast Food Managers,” The Popular Culture Association in the South and The American Culture Association in the South annual conferences. Savannah, GA.

Panelist Presentations: Panelist. (October 2013) “Adding “Gender” to Women’s Studies: Like it wasn’t there before” A.U.R.C.O. Lancaster, OH Panelist. (October 2013) “Joining Forces with Local Schools to Fight Bullying: Communicating Change” A.U.R.C.O., Lancaster, OH Presenter. “Consistency in Conflict: Equality v. Accommodation in the Communication Classroom. Equality Equals Conference, University of North Carolina. Chapel Hill, NC. Panelist. (April 2011). “Women Communicating Change: Exploring the Intersections of Academics, Activism, and Service on a Regional Campus.” Stand Up For Women Conference. Marshall University. Panelist. (November 2006). “Strategies for Motivating Students to Achieve High Performance Levels” (paper presented in absence) National Communication Association annual conference. San Antonio, TX. Panelist. (November 2006). “Sex Matters in Gendered Communication” (paper presented in absence) National Communication Association annual conference. San Antonio, TX Panelist. (November 2005). “Uncharted Waters: The Long, Crooked Voyage from a Working Class Life to an Academic Career.” Critical and Cultural Studies Division. National Communication Association, Boston, Massachusetts Panelist. (November 2005). “What Color is Your Lens: Storytelling as a Tool in Teaching Tolerance. Elementary and Secondary Education Section. National Communication Association. Boston: Massachusetts Panelist. (November 2004). “Moving from Principles to Practices: Hands-On Learning Opportunities in the Organizational Communication Classroom.” Organizational Communication Division. National Communication Association, Chicago, Illinois Panelist. (November 2004). “Experiencing Power: A Simulation for the Classroom and Beyond.” Experiential Learning in Communication Division, National Communication Association, Chicago, Illinois Panelist. (November 2003). “Reaching Out/Reaching In: Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers Inside and Outside the Classroom.” Peace and Conflict Communication Commission. National Communication Association, Miami, Florida Panelist. (November 2003). “Recognizing and Responding to Student Resistance to Critical Thinking in the Intercultural Classroom,” International and Intercultural Communication Division, National Communication Association, Miami, Florida Panelist. (November 2003). “Continuing the Conversation about Ethnography: Multiple Voices in an Exploratory Forum.” Sponsored by the National Communication Association, annual conference, Miami, Florida Panelist. (November 2002). “Teaching against Reluctance: Communicating Action to Move Students to Success.” Sponsored by the Basic Course Division, National Communication Association, New Orleans, Louisiana Panelist. (November 2002). “Speaking Through Silences: Reconstituting the Feminine by Exploring the Masculine.” Sponsored by the Feminist and Women’s Studies Division, National Communication Association, New Orleans, Louisiana Panelist. (November 2002). “Teaching Culture Across Cultures: A Roundtable Discussion Examining Student Resistance.” International and Intercultural Communication Division, National Communication Association, New Orleans, Louisiana Panelist. (November 2002). “The Personal is Political for Female Faculty: Incorporating Identity Into Service, Scholarship, and Teaching.” Women’s Caucus, National Communication Association, New Orleans, Louisana Panelist. (April, 2002). “Strategies for Addressing Student Resistance to Intercultural Communication: A Roundtable Discussion,” Instructional Practices Special Interest Group, Eastern Communication Association, New York. Panelist. (April, 2002). “From Paradigms to Practice: Building Community Through Hands-On Learning in the Organizational Communication Classroom,” Organizational Communication Division, Eastern Communication Association, New York. Panelist. (April, 2002). “Communication-based Critical Thinking: What Our Field Has to Offer,” Theory and Methodology Special Interest Group, Eastern Communication Association, New York. Panelist. (November, 2001). “(Re)Radicalizing the Teaching of Diversity: Incorporating Instructor Identity. National Communication Association annual conference, Atlanta, GA. Panelist. (November, 2001). “Turning Points for Women in Academia: A Roundtable Discussion about Change and Challenge.” National Communication Association annual conference, Atlanta, GA. Panelist. (November, 2001). “Teaching the Advanced Intercultural Course.” National Communication Association annual convention, Atlanta, GA. Panelist. (November, 2001). “From Lecture to Lived Experience: Students Chronicle Relationship Development.” Sponsored by the Experiential Learning in Communication Commission of the National Communication Association annual convention, Atlanta, GA. Panelist. (November 2001). “(Re)Radicalizing Comm Ed Through the Power of Storytelling,” National Communication Association annual conference, Atlanta, GA. Panelist. (April, 2001). “Discovering and Sharing Diversity in the Classroom.” Eastern Communication Association annual conference, Portland, ME. Panelist. (April 2001). “Oh My Goodness -- I Need Some Help! A Roundtable Discussion about Grading Easily and Equitably.” Central Communication Association annual conference, Cincinnati, OH Panelist. (April 2001). “I Dream of a Community Where . . . Women In the Academy Are Valued and Rewarded.” Central Communication Association annual conference, Cincinnati, OH. Panelist. (November 2000). “A Roundtable Engagement: Female Academicians Creatively Combining Change, Career, and Family,” National Communication Association annual conference, Seattle, WA. Panelist. (November 2000). “Engaging Diversity in the Classroom: A Roundtable Discussion of Difference from Multiple Perspectives,” National Communication Association annual conference, Seattle, WA. Panelist. (November 2000). “Academicians as Activists: Combining Teaching and Service in the College Curriculum,” National Communication Association, Seattle, WA. Panelist. (November 2000). “A Conversation about What Constitutes Ethnography: Multiple Voices in an Exploratory Forum,” National Communication Association annual conference, Seattle, WA. Panelist. (October 2000). Help Me With My Grading!: A Panel Discussion. Speech Communication Association of Ohio. Columbus, OH. Panelist. (September 2000). Office Hours with Vernon Gantt: A Roundtable Discussion. Lake Cumberland, KY. Panelist. (March 1998). “Weaving the Voices into a Chorus: A Panel Discussion by Young Feminists.” Celebrate Women 1998, Murray State University, Murray, KY. Panelist. (September 1997). “The Games Our Students Play: A Roundtable Discussion,” Kentucky Communication Association annual conference, Dawson Springs, KY. Panelist. (October 1996). “Innovative Teaching Strategies: The Weekender Experience,” A Showcase for Regional Innovation: Research, Teaching, and Service, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL. Panelist. (October 1996). “Applying Learning to Community Service: The Mexican Migrant Project,” A Showcase for Regional Innovation: Research, Teaching, and Service, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL. Panelist: (September 1996). “Women and Alienation in Academia: A Survey of Female Faculty and Staff at a Regional University,” Kentucky Communication Association annual conference, Lake Cumberland, KY. Panelist: (1995-1996). “Using Visual Aids to Enhance Public Speaking: A Computer-Enhanced Presentation.” COM 161 Mass Lecture (130 students), 3 semesters. Panelist:. (1995). “Applying Sociology to Training and Development,” a computer-enhanced presentation. College of Humanistic Studies Senior Colloquium, Murray State University, Murray, KY.

Chair/Respondent Presentations:

Respondent. (April 2011). “Standing Tall Together: Creating G.E.S.S. on Multiple Campuses” Stand Up for Women Conference, Marshall University, WV Chair. (November 2005). “Closets within Closets: The Challenge of Leatherwork, Radical Faeries, Lesbian Mothers, and Other Doubly-Marginized Segments of the Queer Community. Caucus on Gay and Lesbian Concerns. National Communication Association. Boston, Massachusetts ”Respondent. (November 2003). “Students, Teachers, and Mentors: Exploring Educational Settings Through Ethnography.” National Communication Association annual conference, Miami, FL Chair. (November 2003). “Reaching Out/Reaching In: Sharing Self and Learning about Others Through Storytelling.” National Communication annual conference, Miami, FL Chair. (November 2003). “Virtually Reaching Out/Reaching In: Cultural Politics in the Information Age.” National Communication annual conference, Miami, FL Respondent. (November 2002). “Views from the Fringe: Charting the Cultural Geography of Deviance.” Ethnography Division, National Communication Association, New Orleans, LA Chair/Presenter. (Oct. 2002). The Road Scholar: Traversing the Highways to Educate. Speech Communication Association of Ohio annual conference. Columbus, OH Chair. (Oct. 2002). Exploring Participant-Observation and Textual Analysis: Students Presentations. Speech Communication Association annual conference. Columbus, OH Respondent. (November 2001). “From A-Z: Assessment Strategies for Communication Programs,” National Communication Association annual convention, Atlanta, GA. Chair. (November 2001). “Continuing the Conversation about What Constitutes Ethnography: Multiple Voices in an Exploratory Forum.” National Communication Association annual convention, Atlanta, GA. Chair. (November 2000). “Diagnosing, Prescribing, and Treating Project Options: Instructional Ideas for the Health Communication Classroom,” National Communication Association annual conference, Seattle, WA. Chair. (October 2000). Spotlight on Scholarship panel. Speech Communication Association of Ohio, Columbus, OH. Respondent. (November 1999). “Examining the Lines: Female Academicians Address Power, Meaning, Isolation, & Estrangement,” National Communication Association annual conference, Chicago, IL. Respondent. (November 1998). “The Administrative Experience: Women in Academia Speak Out.” National Communication Association annual conference, New York, NY. Chair. (November 1997). “The Development of Women in Academia: Communicating Centrality Through ‘Mentor-Mentee’ Relationships,” National Communication Association annual conference, Chicago, IL. Chair. (September 1997). “Communication Perspectives on Mentoring in Academia: A Roundtable Discussion,” Kentucky Communication Association annual conference, Dawson Springs, KY Respondent. (November 1996). “Roundtable Reflections on Taking the Helm: The Unique Experiences of Female Educators and Administrators in Communication,” Speech Communication Association annual conference, San Diego, CA Chair. (September 1996). “Ice Breakers and Beyond: Creating a User-Friendly Environment in the Classroom,” Kentucky Communication Association, Lake Cumberland, KY.

Invited Speaking Engagements:

Speaker. (Nov 2012). “The Equal Rights Amendment: Turning it Around” Ohio National Organization for Women, Columbus, OH Speaker. (April 2011). “He Says, She Says Workshop” Athena Workshop. Pickerington Chamber of Commerce. Pickerington, OH. Speaker. (June 2003). “The Benefits of Gardening: A Master Gardener Answers Questions.” Civic Organizations. Lancaster, Ohio. Speaker. (April 2003). “Ordinary Women Doing Extraordinary Work: Celebrating Women’s Accomplishments.” Ohio University-Lancaster, Celebrate Women Seminar. Keynote Luncheon Speaker. (October 2000). “From Green River Farm to Feminist Front: A Rhetorical Analysis of Allie Hixson’s ERA Crusade for Constitutional Change.” American Association of University Women-Kentucky annual Fall Conference. Speaker. (March 1998). Introduction of Keynote speaker Julia T. Wood, Celebrate Women 1998, Murray State University, Murray, KY. Guest Lecturer. (April 1999). Communication Research class, Murray State University, KY. Guest Lecturer. (December 1997). “Communication Tips for High Comm App Students.” Substitute Mass Lecturer. (1995-1997). Introduction to Public Speaking and Interpersonal Comm. Other Speaking Experiences: (1990-1997). I have given many speeches to a number of civic organizations, including Business & Professional Women, American Association of University Women, Purchase Leadership Toastmasters, Lion’s Club, etc. I have also conducted training for several organized events, including the West Kentucky Waterways Cleanup, etc.

Reviewer: Reviewer. (2008-2013). Ohio Communication Association journal Book Reviewer. (2011). Rhetorical Speaking and Critical Thinking (unnamed manuscript). Wadsworth Publishing Company. Book Reviewer. (2010). Political Speaking Textbook. Wadsworth Publishing Company Book Reviewer. (September 2006). Renz, M., and Greg, J. B. Effective small group communication in theory and practice. Roxbury Publishing Company. Book Reviewer. (July 2002). Orbe, M. (2002). Textbook for Interpersonal Communication. Manuscript Reviewer. (October 1999). The skilled communicator. (manuscript). Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Publishing Company. Book Reviewer. (May 1999). Wood, J. (1999). Gendered lives: Communication, gender & culture, 3rd ed. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Publishing Company. (and various reviews of divisions submissions for National Communication Association) Training and Development/Workshops: Workshop. (2012). Surviving the Job Interview. Foundation Dinners. Lancaster, OH Workshop Coordinator. (Spring, 1998). Speech Anxiety Students. Ohio University School of Interpersonal Communication. Workshop Presenter. (March 1996). “Feminism 101,” Celebrate Women Conference, Murray State University, Murray, KY. Workshop Presenter. (July 1997). “Feminism 103: The Conflict Within,” (presenter for an interactive workshop for women), National N.O.W. Conference, Memphis, TN. Workshop Presenter. (February 1997) “Feminism 102: The Multiplicity of Women’s Roles,” Wilma Grote Symposium for the Advancement of Women, Grailville, OH.

Service Experience

Professional: 2003 - 2002. Reviewer. Ethnography Division, National Communication Association 2001. Editorial Board Member, Communication Quarterly (Health Communication Interest Group) 2001 - 2000. Conference Planner. Speech Communication Association of Ohio 2000. Conference Reader. National Communication Association annual conference. (Intercultural and International Division) 2000. Ohio Debate Watch 2000 Team Leader. Part of a National Study conducted through Kansas University. 1999. Conference Facilitator. Cultural Environment Movement convention. Ohio University School of Telecommunications 1996. Kentucky Debate Watch 1996 Team Leader. Part of a National Study conducted through Kansas University 1996. Development of a 15 week, 3 hour college course complete with syllabus, lesson plans, lecture notes, supplemental materials, tests, and a book of readings. A Course Proposal -- Seminar in Communication and Women’s Issues 1995. Seminar Series: Helping Farmers Learn about Migrant Farmworkers. Presented to Migrant Resource Discussion Group, University of Kentucky. 1995. Dawes, P., Leath, J., Smith, G., Warren, T., and Wilkerson, P. (1995). “Acculturation of the Mexican Migrant Worker into Agribusiness: A Computer-Mediated Workshop for American Farmers” presented to a community audience in Murray, KY.

University: 2013 Diversity Committee, Ohio University 2013 Women in Science & Technology Conference (WITS) Committee, Ohio University Lancaster 2009-2013. Student Group Advisor, Gender Equality Solidarity Society. Ohio University Lancaster 2010-2013. Student Group Advisor, Adults Belong in College. Ohio University Lancaster 2006-2013 Chair, Celebrate Women, Ohio University Pickerington 2011-2013 Cultural Events Committee, Ohio University Lancaster 2003 Women’s History Month committee, Capital University 1999-2000 Committee member, Ohio University Curriculum Committee 1994-1998 Organizer/Co-organizer, Celebrate Women Committee, Murray State University 1996-1997 Chair, Research Committee. Celebrate Women Conference, Murray State University 1996-1997 Selection Committee member, Robert Horton Award for Outstanding Faculty Member, Murray State University 1998-1999 Senior Teaching Associate Group Leader. Ohio University Graduate Teaching Orientation 1998-1999 Faculty & Staff PowerPoint Instructor. Ohio University Computer Service Center 1997. Faculty Representative Debater. Murray State University Campus Debate

Departmental: 1998-2001. Judge, Debate Meets sponsored by the Ohio University Debate Team 1995-1998. Judge, Debate Meets sponsored by the Murray State University Debate Team

Community Service: 2013 Board Member, The Lighthouse Domestic Violence Shelter 2012 Coordinating Council for O.L.W.E.U.S. Anti-Bullying Program, Fairfield Union Schools 2006-2013 Organizer, Take Back the Night, Pickerington, Ohio 2006. Organizer, Fundraiser, Native American Indian Center of Central Ohio 2004-2005 Girl Scout leader, Rushville, OH 2004 Selection Committee, “I.A.A.P. Executive of the Year” Murray IAAP Chapter. 1999. Created workshop, “Creating Phone Professionals: An Office Etiquette Workshop,” for the Kentucky Cabinet of Families and Children, Department of Community-Based Services 1995-1997. National Public Radio Regular Guest Commentator for WKMS 1997. Organizer for the 20th Anniversary Reunion of the Playhouse in the Park theater 1996-1997. Trainer. “Finding the Theater in You: A Volunteer Program for the Playhouse in the Park.” (10 part series). Conducted and facilitated on-going training sessions for volunteers at the Playhouse in the Park Community Theater 1996. Vice-President. Playhouse in the Park Community Theatre. Facilitated annual board retreat, Supervised staff employed by the board, led meetings, organized fund-raisers, and wrote grant proposals 1996-1997. Event Organizer. Jackson Purchase Art & Craft Show. Sponsored by the Murray Tourism Commission, Business Council for the Arts, and the Murray-Calloway County Chamber of Commerce (a juried art and craft show held annually at Kenlake State Resort Park). Profit from the event is distributed in grant form to various community arts organizations, Aurora, KY 1997. Script Writer and Narrator. “A Fashionable Walk Through History,” an educational style show depicting not only the fashion changes for women but highlighting the political, economic, and social changes during the Feminist Movement from 1850-1970, Celebrate Women Conference 1994-1997. Publicity Director, Murray Business and Professional Women 1994-1996. Charter member, Purchase Area Toastmasters International 1994-1997. Publicity Director, Special Olympics 1993-1997. Grant writer for various organizations, including the Kentucky Arts Council, ISTEA- Kentucky Transportation Department, the Murray Tourism Commission, Kentucky Heritage Council, Kentucky Humanities Council, and the Business Council for the Arts. (Received numerous grants for the Playhouse in the Park, Jackson Purchase Arts and Crafts Show, Popularity Showboat, John Mack Carter Rotary Memorial Trail, and other artistic/community supported events/organizations) 1993-1995. Volunteer, Archaeology site - Mississippi Mounds (summer excavation volunteer) 1993-1998. Volunteer, Land Between the Lakes, special events, 1850s Homeplace Historical Interpreter 1994-1995. Co-organizer for the John Mack Carter Park Trail/Rotary Memorial Trail. Organized Community efforts to reconstruct a trail around the community park. Dedicated part of the trail to John Mack Carter, editor of Good Housekeeping and Murray’s native son. 1990-1995. Various Leadership roles in the Singles Organizational Society (Co-organizer, President, Publicity Director, Vice-President), Conducted training in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Missouri for leaders in spin off organizations (still in existence today) 1992-1995. President, Jackson Purchase National Organization for Women. Responsible for group membership growth, court advocacy as requested, assisting women in poverty, developing women’s leadership abilities, recognizing women as leaders 1994. Co-Organizer for a Civil Liberties Speak-Out, a special event featuring several regional and state speakers, Murray Kentucky 1993. Panelist for a community project. “How to Start and Be Successful in a Home-based Business,” Co-sponsored by the Murray-Calloway County Business Development, Murray-Calloway County Chamber of Commerce, Tennessee Valley Authority, and the Small Business Administration, Murray, KY. 1993. Panelist for a Family Resource Center presentation to teach parenting. “How to be an Effective Parent, Murray, KY. 1993. Conducted study for the Murray-Calloway Chamber of Commerce, “Communication in the 90s: A Needs Assessment of Area Businesses” 1993. Conducted needs assessment study and published results for the Murray-Calloway Chamber of Commerce, “Volunteer Opportunities: What Can I do as a Volunteer?” 1993. Fundraising organizer for the Land Between the Lakes, a successful advertising campaign which raised $30,000 through the sale of ad space to businesses throughout the Jackson Purchase area 1990-1992 Charter member, Jackson Purchase Tourism Development Commission 1988-1990 Writer, The Showboat Gazette (a summer tourist newspaper with articles about the area, folklore, and advertising businesses in the Jackson Purchase area) 1988-1990 Organizer/Volunteer, The Popularity Showboat (a summer outdoor theater production employing local youth and talented community members)

Professional Affiliations: 2001 Conference Planner, Speech Communication Association of Ohio Circle Member, Omicron Delta Kappa honor society Member, National Communication Association College Representative, Speech Communication Association of Ohio Member, Lambda Alpha Beta Member, Central States Communication Association Member, Eastern States Communication Association Member, Anthropology Club Past Member, American and Popular Culture Associations in the South Member, Organization for the Study of Communication, Language, and Gender Member, Smithsonian Institute Past Secretary, Kentucky Communications Association Past Secretary, Kentucky National Organization for Women AWARDS / HONORS

National: Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges, elected 1996-1997 Omicron Delta Kappa Society, 1995 Lambda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society, 1994

State: Kentucky Communication Association 1996 Outstanding Graduate Student Kentucky Communication Association Outstanding Graduate Teaching Associate Scholarship, 1996 Commissioned Kentucky Colonel, 1989 Kentucky Senate Citation, 1989 Certificate of Merit for Service, Kentucky Committee for the Employment of the Handicapped, 1975 Kentucky State Ambassador of Good Will, 1989 Service Award, Kentucky State Parks, 1990 Certificate of Appreciation, Tennessee Valley Authority, annually 1989-1996 Ambassador of Good Will, presented by Kentucky Tourism Commission, 1989 Awarded One Share of Stock - Kentucky Department of the Arts, 1990

Local: Outstanding Board Member, Playhouse in the Park Community Theater, 1997 Murray Ambassador’s Award, presented by the Murray-Calloway County Chamber of Commerce at the annual dinner, 1991 Service Award, Singles Organizational Society, annually 1990-1995

University: Outstanding Teacher 2012, Selected by Student Organizations, Ohio University Lancaster | Pickerington Outstanding Teacher Service 2012, Lambda Pi Eta John Houk Memorial Research Grant, Ohio University, 1999-2000 Linda Cochran-Breazeale Fellowship, Department of Speech Comm. & Theatre, 1996-1997 Gavel of Appreciation, presented by M.S.U. Speech & Debate Team, 1997 Certificate of Appreciation, M.S.U. College of Fine Arts for 1st presenter at Colloquium, 1995 Certificate of Appreciation, M.S.U. College of Fine Arts finalist for Breazeale-Broughton Fellowship, 1995 M.S.U. “Women of Murray State” Award, 1993 Outstanding Teaching Assistant, Department of Speech Communication & Theatre, 1996 Certificate of Appreciation, M.S.U. Division of Student Affairs, 1993 Alumni Association Scholarship, 1995 Anthropology Scholarship, 1st recipient, 1994 Women of M.S.U. Scholarship, 1994 American Association of University Women Scholarship, 1995 Certificate of Award for Leadership Development, 1985 Dean’s List, Murray State University REFERENCES

Dr. David Descutner Dr. Lou Davidson Tillson Dean, University College Director of Basic Course Ohio University Murray State University 140 Chubb Hall 310 Wilson Hall Athens, OH 42071 Murray, KY 42071 (740) 593-1935 (270) 762-4460 [email protected] [email protected]

Dr. Don Robertson Dr. Carol Glynn Vice-President, Student Affairs Department Chair, Journ/Comm Murray State University The Ohio State University 116 Ordway Hall Derby Hall, 154 North Oval Murray, KY 42071-0009 Columbus, OH 43201 (270) 762-6831 (614) 272-3400 [email protected] [email protected]

Dr. Timothy Todd Dr. Anne Crimmings Assistant Provost, Division Chair, Murray State University Social and Behavioral Sciences 327 Wells Hall Ohio Dominican University Murray, KY 42071 1216 Sunbury Rd. (270) 762-3744 Columbus, OH 43219 [email protected] (614) 251-4686 [email protected]

Jane Etheridge Dr. Candace Thomas-Maddox Director, Women’s Center Associate Professor Murray State University Ohio University-Lancaster 100 Ordway Hall 1570 Granville Pike Murray, KY 42071-0009 Lancaster, OH 43130 (270) 762-3140 (740) 654-6711 [email protected] [email protected]

Dr. Raymie McKerrow Maureen Gootee Associate Provost Adjunct Professor, Franklin Ohio University-Athens Manager, Checkfree Corporation Chubb Hall 52 6000 Perimeter Drive Athens, OH 45701-2979 Dublin, OH 43017 (740) 597-2599 (614) 563-3438 (740) 597-2770 [email protected] [email protected]

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