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1 PATRICIA COX CREWS The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Department of Textiles, Merchandising & Fashion Design Lincoln, Nebraska 68583-0802 Office: (402) 472-6342 Home: (402) 488-8371 EDUCATION Degree Programs 1971 B.S., Virginia Tech, Fashion Design and Merchandising. 1973 M.S., Florida State University, Textile Science. 1984 Ph.D., Kansas State University, Textile Science and Conservation. Other Education 1982 Organic Chemistry for Conservation, Smithsonian Institute Certificate of Training (40 hours). 1985 Historic Dyes Identification Workshop, Smithsonian Conservation Analytical Lab, Washington, D.C. 1990 Colorimetry Seminar, Hunter Associates, Kansas City, MO. 1994 Applied Polarized Light Microscopy, McCrone Research Institute, Chicago, IL. 2007 Museum Leadership Institute, Getty Foundation, Los Angeles, CA. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 1984- University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Willa Cather Professor of Textiles, 2003-present; Founding Director Emeritus, International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 1997- 2013; Professor, 1996-present; Acting Chair, Dept. of Textiles, Clothing & Design, 2000; Chair, Interdisciplinary Museum Studies Program, 1995-1997; Associate Professor, 1989-1996; Assistant Professor, 1984-89. Courses taught: Textile History, Care and Conservation of Textile Collections, Artifact Analysis, Textile Dyeing, and Advanced Textiles. 1982 Summer Internship. Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of American History-Division of Textiles. 1977-84 Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas, Instructor of Textiles. 1976-77 Bluefield State College, Bluefield, West Virginia, Instructor of Textiles and Weaving. 1975 Virginia Western Community College, Roanoke, Virginia, Instructor of Textiles and Weaving. 1973-74 Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, Instructor of Textiles. HONORS AND AWARDS 2013 Reappointed to Willa Cather Professorship in recognition of distinguished scholarship. 2009 University of Nebraska, College of Education & Human Sciences Faculty Mentoring Award. 2008 Reappointed to Willa Cather Professorship in recognition of distinguished scholarship. 2006 Hall of Fame Award, Nebraska State Quilt Guild 2005 International Textile and Apparel Association Distinguished Scholar 2005 Florida State University Centennial Laureate 2 2004 Textile Society of America’s R.L. Shep Award for Best Book in the Field 2003 Willa Cather Professorship in recognition of distinguished scholarship in field of textiles. 2003 Who’s Who in American Education 2000 Who’s Who in the World, 17th ed. 2000 Who’s Who in Science and Engineering, 5th ed. (also 4th ed., 1998) 1998 IANR Extended Education Team Award 1996 Who’s Who Among America’sTeachers. 1995 Who’s Who in America, 49th edition. 1994 Asian Cultural Council, Summer Fellowship to study textile traditions in Indonesia. 1993 Frost Prize for Distinguished Scholarship in American Crafts sponsored by Renwick Gallery, Smithsonian Institution. 1992 Charman Outstanding Professor Award. College of Home Economics, University of Nebraska. 1992 Who's Who in Science and Engineering, 2nd ed. 1991 Manufactured Fibers Research Award. American Fiber Manufacturers Association and AHEA. 1991 University of Nebraska, College of Home Economics. Award for Distinguished Scholarly Activity. 1988 University of Nebraska Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching. 1983 Founders Fellowship. Phi Upsilon Omicron. 1982 Kansas State University Excellence in Teaching Award. PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS American Association of Museums, Member, 2007-present American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, Senior Member, 1977-present Chair, RA104 Research Committee on UV Protective Textiles, 1996-97 Chair, Midwest Section, 1997 Secretary, Midwest Section, 1995-96 Counselor, Midwest Section, 1998-2000 American Chemical Society, Member, Cellulose, Paper and Textile Division, 1988-1997 American Quilt Study Group, 1987-present Local Planning Committee, 1992, 2000 American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 1977-1997 American Institute for Conservation, Member, Textile Specialty Group, 1981-present American Society for Testing and Materials, 1996-2007 UV Protective Fabrics and Clothing Committee, Secretary, 1999 Handweavers Guild of America, 1973-1993 Board of Directors, 1984-86 Chair, Student Fiber Competition, 1984-85 3 Chair, Education Committee, 1985-86 Chair, Board Officers Nominating Committee, 1985-86 Chair, Scholarship Committee, 1988-90; member, 1986-87 International Textile and Apparel Association, 1983-present Treasurer, Central Region, 1987-89 Graduate Education Committee, Member, 1991-94 Membership Committee, Member, 1994-96 Editorial Board, 1992-present Scholarship and Awards Committee, Member, 1998 Annual Conference, Pre Conference Tour of IQSC, Co-Chair, 2001 Nebraska Museums Association, Member, 1995-present Nebraska State Historical Society, 1984-present Nebraska State Quilt Guild, 1990-present Textile Society of America, 1989-present Treasurer, 2004-2008 Biennial Symposium, Local Steering Committee, 2009-2010 HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS Phi Kappa Phi, 1970-present Phi Upsilon Omicron, 1970-present Faculty Advisor, Xi Chapter, 1984-87 Counselor, Xi Chapter, 1987-88 Kappa Omicron Nu, 1973-present Sigma Xi, Scientific Research Society, 1984-present Gamma Sigma Delta, 1987-present PUBLICATIONS Journal Articles (refereed) EVENSON, J. and CREWS. P.C. (2013, January). The effects of accelerated heat and light aging on textiles marked with fabric marking pens. Journal of Testing and Evaluation, 41 (1): 1-6. Available at www.astm.org. HATTORI, H., YOSHIZUMI, K. and CREWS, P.C. (2011, October). Wavelength Sensitivity of AATCC Blue Wool Lightfastness Standards Under Light Radiation. Dyes and Pigments, 92: 936-941. (Impact Factor: 3.44-highest one for textiles journal) EVENSON, J. and CREWS. P.C. (2005, Spring). The effects of light exposure and heat-aging on selected quilting products containing adhesives. Journal of the American Institute for Conservation, 44(1):27-38. HUSTVEDT, G. and CREWS, P.C. (2005). The ultraviolet protection factor of naturally-pigmented cotton. Journal of Cotton Science, 9:47-55. KIM, J., STONE, J., CREWS, P., SHELLEY II, M., and HATCH, K.. (2004, December). Improving knit fabric UPF using consumer laundry products: A comparison of results using two instruments. Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal, 33(2):141-158. CREWS, P.C. & ZHOU, Y. (2004, August). The effect of wetness on the UVR transmission of woven fabrics. AATCC Review (American Association of Textile Chemist and Colorist) 4(8):41-43. 4 ALGABA, J., RIVA, A. & CREWS, P.C. (2004, February). Influence of fiber type and fabric porosity on the ultraviolet protection factor of summer fabrics. AATCC Review 4(2):26-31. YOSHIZUMI, K. and P. CREWS (2003). Characteristics of Fading of Wool Cloth Dyed with Selected Natural Dyestuffs on the Basis of Solar Radiant Energy. Dyes and Pigments, 58:197-204. CHIWESHE, A. and P. CREWS. (2000). Influence of Household Fabric Softeners and Laundry Enzymes on Pilling Ratings and Breaking Strength. Textile Chemist and Colorist & American Dyestuff Reporter, 32(9):41-47. WARNOCK, M., E. FERGUSON, R. CLOUD, K. LEONAS, C. LADISCH, B. GATEWOOD, G. RAMASWAMI, E. EASTER, B. COLLIER, C. BOYD, P. CREWS, C. KIM, J.I. SEWELL, L. WADSWORTH AND M. SARMADI. (1999). Environmental Compatibility of Textile and Other Polymeric Materials. Southern Cooperative Series Bulletin #393. September 1999. Available online: http://web.utk.edu/~taescomm/scsb/393/toc.htm. CREWS, P.C., BEYER, A. and S. KACHMAN. (1999). Influences on UVR Transmission of Undyed Woven Fabrics. Textile Chemist and Colorist, 31(6):17-26. ZHOU, Y. and P.C. CREWS. (1998). Effect of Optical Brighteners and Repeated Home Launderings on UV Transmission through Fabrics. Textile Chemist and Colorist, 30(11):19-24. CREWS, P. C. and JAMES, M. (1996) Continuity and Change in Nebraska Quiltmakers, 1870-1989. Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, 14(1):7-15. BAUMERT, K. and P.C. CREWS. (1996) Influence of Household Fabric Softeners on Properties of Selected Woven Fabrics. Textile Chemist and Colorist, 28(4):36-43. CREWS, P. C. and W. RICH. (1995) Influence of Milkweed Fiber Length on Textile Product Performance. Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, 13(4):213-219. CREWS, P.C. and W. RICH. (1995) Effect of Fiber Content, Fabric Construction, and Cleaning on Performance of Fluorochemically-Finished Fabrics. Textile Chemist and Colorist, 27(11):21-25. CREWS, P. C. and W. RICH. (1995). Nebraska Quilts, 1870-1989: Perspectives on Traditions and Change. Great Plains Research, 5(2):211-239. CREWS, P. C., W. RICH, and S. NIEMEYER. (1994) A Summary of Environmental Legislation Targeting Disposable Diapers and Review of Related Literature. Journal of Environmental Polymer Degradation, 2(1):39-48. RICH, W. and P. C. CREWS. (1993) Influence of Shade Depth on the Effectiveness of Selected Ultraviolet Absorbers in Reducing Fading. Textile Research Journal, 63(4):231-238. FURGASON, M. J. and P. C. CREWS. (1993) Prizes from the Plains: State Fair Award-Winning Quilts and Quiltmakers. 1993 Uncoverings, 14:188-220. REAGAN, B. M., R. LATTIE, P. C. CREWS, K. SCOTT, L. CHO, and D. JOHNSON. (1993) Accelerated Lightfastness Testing of Disperse Dyes on Polyester Automotive Fabrics. Textile Chemist and Colorist, 25(12):25-32. CREWS, P. C., S. SIEVERT, L. WOEPPEL, and E. McCULLOUGH. (1991) Evaluation of Milkweed Floss as an Insulative Fill Material. Textile Research Journal, 61(4):203-210. CREWS, P. C. and D. CLARK. (1990) Evaluating UV Absorbers and Antioxidants