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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

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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.

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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 for Topical Treatment of Upholstery Fabrics. Textile Research Journal. 60(3):172-179.

REAGAN, B.M., A. SARMADI, E. EASTER, P. CREWS, C. LADISH, D. JOHNSON, A. DALE, J. LAUGHLIN, C. ORR, and R. LATTIE. (1990) Influence of Fluorescent Whitening Agents on Silk Phototendering and Dye Fading. Textile Chemist and Colorist. 22(5):17-21.

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WOEPPEL, L. and P. C. CREWS. (1990) Evaluating UV Stabilizers for the Conservation of Museum Textiles. Textile Chemist and Colorist. 22(6):31-37.

CREWS, P. C. (1989). Effectiveness of Dye Setting Treatments on Cotton Fabrics Dyed with Direct, Reactive and Vat Dyes. Clothing and Textiles Research Journal. 7(4):1-7.

CREWS, P. C. (1989). A Comparison of Selected UV Filtering Materials for the Reduction of Fading." Journal of the American Institute for Conservation. 28(2):117-125.

SHEA, E. W. and P. C. CREWS. (1989). The Nebraska Quiltmaker. 1989 Uncoverings, 10:54-68.

ASCHE, K. and P. C. CREWS. (1988). An Evaluation of Antioxidants for the Conservation of Museum Textiles. Clothing and Textiles Research Journal. 6(3):10-16.

CREWS, P. C. (1988). Comparison of Clear Versus Yellow Ultraviolet Filters in Reducing Fading of Selected Dyes. Studies in Conservation. 33(2):87-93.

STONUEY, J. and P. C. CREWS. (1988). The Nebraska Quilt History Project: Interpretations of Selected Parameters. 1988 Uncoverings. 9:151-169.

CREWS, P. C. (1987). The Fading Rates of Some Natural Dyes. Studies in Conservation. 32(2):65-72.

CREWS, P. C. and B. M. REAGAN. (1987). Ultraviolet Absorbers: A Treatment to Reduce Fading and Degradation of Contemporary and Historic Textiles. ARS TEXTRINA. 8:43-56.

CREWS, P. C. and B.M. REAGAN. (1987). Evaluating UV Absorbers for Museum Textiles. Textile Chemist and Colorist. 19(11):21-26.

CREWS, P. C. (1982). The Influence of Mordant on the Lightfastness of Yellow Natural Dyes. Journal of the American Institute for Conservation. 21(2):43-58.

BRESEE, R. and P. C. CREWS. (1981). Using Small-Angle Light Scattering to Discriminate Among Single Fibers Subjected to Consumer-Like Uses. Journal of Forensic Sciences. 3(1):51-57.

CREWS, P. C. and H. STEVENS. (1974). Fire Resistance, Strength, and Spectrum of a Phenolic Fabric Exposed to Weather and to Sunlight Behind Glass. Home Economics Research Journal, 3(1):14-23.

Journal Articles (editor reviewed) CREWS, P.C. (Winter 2006). What’s New at the International Quilt Study Center. Journal of the American Historical Society of Germans from Russia. 29(4):1-4.

EVENSON, J. and CREWS, P.C. (2004). The effect of light and heat ageing on selected quilting products containing adhesives. Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine. (March), pp. 62-63, 80.

EVENSON, J. and CREWS, P.C. (2003). The Effects of Light and Ageing on Selected Quilting Products Containing Adhesives. Quilts: Journal of the International Quilt Association, (Fall), pp. 14-16.

JURGENA, M. S. and CREWS, P.C. (2003). The Reconciliation Quilt: Lucinda Ward Honstain’sPictorial Diary of an American Era. Folk Art, Magazine of the Museum of American Folk Art, Fall, pp. 38-47.

DUCEY, C. and CREWS, P. (2002). Discovering Memory and Meaning in Quilts. Quilter’sReview, 33 (Summer), pp. 6-9.

CURTIS, S., DUCEY, C. and CREWS, P.C. (2000). American Gardens and Quilts: Design Parallels and Preferences in the Nineteenth Century. Folk Art, Magazine of the Museum of American Folk Art, Spring, pp. 46-55.

CREWS, P. C. (1981) "Part I. Considerations in the Selection and Application of Natural Dyes: Mordant 6

Selection." Shuttle, Spindle, and Dyepot. 12(2):15, 62.

CREWS, P. C. (1981) "Part II. Considerations in the Selection and Application of Natural Dyes: Dye Selection." Shuttle, Spindle, and Dyepot. 12(3):52-53, 58.

Books and Chapters in Books

CREWS, P.C. and M. Hanson. Quilts Under the Microscope: An Educational Initiative Communicating Conservation and Care Issues for Quilts and Heirloom Textiles. In The Public Face of Conservation, ed. by Emily Williams., pp. 149-155. London: Archetype Publications Ltd., 2013.

CREWS, P. Foreword. What’s in a Name? Inscribed Quilts. Lincoln: International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 2012.

CREWS, P. Foreword. Elegant Geometry: American and British Mosaic Patchwork. Lincoln: International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 2011.

CREWS, P. Director’s Foreword. Marseille: The Cradle of White Corded Quilting. Lincoln: International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 2010.

HANSON, M. & CREWS, P. (Eds.) American Quilts in the Modern Age: 1870-1940. Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska Press, 2009. Reviewed by Choice, publication of Association of College and Research Libraries, awarded a ‘Highly Recommended’ rating.

CREWS, P. Foreword. Chintz Applique: From Imitation to Icon. Lincoln: International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 2008.

CREWS, P. A Message from the Director. Pojagi: Patchwork & Quilts from Korea. Lincoln: International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 2008

CREWS, P. Foreword. Quilts in Common. Lincoln: International Quilt Study Center & Museum, 2008. (This exhibition catalog was awarded an honorable mention by the American Association of Museum’s Museum Publications Design Competition, a national juried competition.)

HANSON, M. & CREWS, P. C. Quilting. Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion, ed. By Valerie Steele, pp 74-75. Detroit: Charles Scribner’sSons, 2005.

CREWS, P. C. Quilting. Encyclopedia of the Great Plains , D. J. Wishart, Ed., pp 311-312. University of Nebraska Press: Lincoln, 2004.

BERLO, J. and P. C. CREWS. Wild by Design: Two Hundred Years of Innovation and Artistry in American Quilts. Seattle: University of Washington Press, 2003.

SMUCKER, J., P.C. CREWS and L. WELTERS. Midwestern Amish Crib Quilts: The Sara Miller Collection. Lancaster, PA: Good Books, 2003.

CREWS, P. (Ed.). A Flowering of Quilts. Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, (2001).

CREWS, P.C. Preface. Masterpiece Quilts from the James Collection, Tokyo: Nihon Vogue, 1998. pp. 8-9.

CREWS, P.C. and R.C. NAUGLE (Eds.). Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers. Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, 1991. (Awarded Smithsonian’s Frost Prize for Distinguished Scholarship in American Crafts, 1993.)

NAUGLE, R.C., P.C. CREWS, E.W. SHEA, and J. STONUEY. Quiltmaking Traditions in Nebraska: An Overview. In Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers. Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, 1991. pp. 1-16.

CREWS, P.C. and K. RONNING. Labors of Love: Applique Quilts. In Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers, Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, 1991. pp. 81-114. 7

RONNING, K. and P.C. CREWS. Stitches in Time: Embroidered Quilts. In Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers. Lincoln: University of Nebraska Press, 1991. pp. 115-142.

Regional Research Bulletins WARNOCK, MARY M.; SARMADI, A. MAJID; BOYD, CATHERINE R.; FERUGSON, ELIZABETH; NEEDLES, H.L.;’ EASTER, E.; CHEEK, LENORE; SMITH, BETTY; LAUGHLIN, JOAN; CREWS, P.C.; OBENDORF, S.K.; OAKLAND, BILLIE; HAUSER, BETTIE; WADSWORTH, LARRY; AND CLOUD, RINN M. (1994) Textile Fiber Systems for Performance, Protection and Comfort. Southern Cooperative Series Bulleting, No. 379, June, 1994.

Published Abstracts and Proceedings

CREWS, P.C. Victorian Crazy Quilts: How Silk Fueled a National Fascination. (Abstract) Proceedings of the Colonial Williamsburg Conference: Influences on American Quilts: From Baltimore to Bengal. Abstract. 2012.

CREWS, P.C. Fueled by Silk: Crazy Quilt Mania. 2010 Proceedings of the Textile Society of America. 1 of 5 papers nominated for TSA’s 2010 Founding Presidents Award.

CREWS, P.C. How Science and History Fueled My Academic Career. 2005 ITAA Proceedings.

TAKAMURA, E., YOSHIZUMI. K., and CREWS, P.C. Photoyellowing and Photobleaching of Silk and Wool Fabrics Under Monochromatic and Multichromatic Light Radiation. 2005 AIC Textile Specialty Group Postprints, Vol 15, pp. 75-82.

EVENSON, J. and P.C. CREWS. The Effects of Accelerated Heat and Light Ageing on Textiles Marked with Fabric Marking Pens. 2004 AIC Textile Specialty Group Postprints, Vol. 14, pp. 23-31.

CREWS, P.C. and Y. ZHOU. The Effect of Fabric Wetness on the UVR Transmission of Woven Fabrics. AATCC Review (August 2003), p. 44.

YOSHIZUMI, K. and P. C. CREWS. Effects of Ultraviolet and Visible Radiation on the Fading of Natural and Synthetic Dyes. AATCC Review (August 2003), p. 46.

EVENSON, J. and P.C. CREWS. Effects of Light and Heat Aging on Selected Quilting Products Containing Adhesives. 2003 AIC Textile Specialty Group Postprints, Vol. 13, pp. 13-26.

ALGABA, I., RIVA, A., and P. CREWS. Influence of Fiber Type and Fabric Porosity on the Ultraviolet Protection Factor Provided by Summer Fabrics. 2002 ICE, AATCC Review (August 2002), p. 42.

BUSS, J. and P. CREWS. Influence of Nitrogen Gas and Oxygen Scavengers on Fading and Color Change in Dyed Textiles. 2000 AIC Textile Specialty Group Postprints, Vol. 10, pp. 55-67.

BUSS, J., P.C. CREWS and S. Kachman The Effect of Oxygen Gas Scavengers on Dyed Textiles. ITAA Proceedings. November 1999, p. 109.

BEYER, A. and P.C. CREWS. Influence of Fiber Type, Fabric Cover, Thread Count and Thickness on UVR Transmission. AATCC Book of Papers. September, 1997, pp. 175-180.

CREWS, P.C., K. BAUMERT and W. RICH. Environmental Degradation of Milkweed, Cotton, Polyester, and Polypropylene Melt Blown Nonwovens. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1995, pp. 305-312.

BAUMERT, K. and P. C. CREWS. Influence of Fabric Softeners on Wrinkle Recovery, Soil Release and Whiteness of Selected Woven Fabrics. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1994, pp. 140-150.

CREWS, P. C., W. RICH and S. NIEMEYER. Environmental Legislation Targeting Disposable Diapers: A Critical Review. Proceedings of the Second International USDA-CSRS Symposium on Consumer Environmental Issues: Safety, Health, Chemicals and Textiles in the Near Environment. May 1993, pp. 172-182. 8

CREWS, P. C., W. RICH and R. VENKATASWAMI. Influence of Milkweed Floss Fiber Length on Hand and Textile Product Performance. Book of Abstracts of the 206th National Meeting of American Chemical Society, August 1993, Abstract #27.

REAGAN, B., R. LATTIE, P. CREWS, K. SCOTT, L. CHO and D. JOHNSON. Accelerated Lightfastness Testing of Disperse Dyes on Polyester Automotive Fabrics. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1993, pp. 34-43.

PIEPER, J. and P. C. CREWS. Effectiveness of Home Dye Setting Treatments to Repeated Automatic Laundering. 1993 ITAA Proceedings, November 1993, p. 71.

WILLIAMS, D. and P. C. CREWS. Artifact Analysis: A Proposed Model for Dress. ITAA Proceedings. October 1992, p. 92.

WOEPPEL, L. and P. C. CREWS. A Review of UV Filtering Materials for the Protection of Museum Objects from Light. Proceedings of the Nebraska Academy of Science, 101st Annual Meeting, April 26-27, 1991, p. 10.

WOEPPEL, L. and P. C. CREWS. Ultraviolet Filters in the Museum Environments. AATCC Book of Papers, October 8-11, 1991, pp. 76-83.

KIM, J. and P.C. CREWS. Assessing Milkweed Floss Quality and Maturity. Book of Abstracts of the Cellulose '91 Symposium sponsored by the American Chemical Society's Cellulose, Paper and Textile Division, CelluCon Trust and 11th Syracuse Cellulose Conference, December 2-6, 1991, Abstract #327.

WOEPPEL, L. and P. C CREWS. Determining the Moisture Characteristics of Milkweed Floss. Proceedings of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences, One-hundredth Annual Meeting, April 20-21, 1990, p. 11.

SIEVERT, S. and P. C. CREWS. The Evaluation of Milkweed Floss as an Insulative Fill Material. Proceedings of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences, One-hundredth Annual Meeting, April 21-21, 1990, p. 12.

WOEPPEL, L., P. C. CREWS and S. SIEVERT. Determining Moisture Characteristics of Milkweed Floss. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1-3, 1990, pp. 172-176.

WOEPPEL, L. and P. C. CREWS. Evaluating the Potential Synergism of Selected Antioxidant and Ultraviolet Absorber Combinations Applied to Textiles. Proceedings of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences, Ninety-ninth Annual Meeting, April 14-15, 1989, p. 9.

CREWS, P. C., SIEVERT, S. and E. McCULLOUGH. Evaluation of Milkweed Floss as an Insulative Fill Material. Book of Abstracts of the 198th American Chemical Society National Meeting, September 1989, Abstract #56.

WOEPPEL, L. and P. C. CREWS. Evaluating UV Stabilizers as Additives to Soil Repellent Topical Finishes and as Treatments for the Conservation of Museum Textiles. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1989, pp. 50-58.

REAGAN, B.M., A. SARMADI, E. EASTER, P. CREWS, C. LADISH, D. JOHNSON, A. DALE, J. LAUGHLIN, C. ORR and R. LATTIE. Influence of Fluorescent Whitening Agents on Silk Phototendering and Dye Fading. Intersectional Technical Paper Competition. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1989, pp. 37-42.

CREWS, P. C. Evaluating the Ability of Soil and Stain Repellent Finishes Containing Ultraviolet Stabilizers to Reduce Fading in Upholstery. ACPTC Proceedings, October 1988, p. 34.

CREWS, P. C. Effectiveness of Dye Setting Treatments on Red Cotton Fabrics. AATCC Book of Papers, October 1987, pp. 285-290.

CREWS, P. C. The Fading Rates of Natural Dyes. Proceedings of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences, Ninety-sixth Annual Meeting, April 1986, p. 71. 9

CREWS, P. C. The Fading Rates of Natural Dyes. Preprints of papers presented at the Fourteenth Annual Meeting of the American Institute for Conservation, May 21-25, 1986, p. 158.

CREWS, P. C. Effectiveness of Ultraviolet Filtering Sleeves in Reducing Fading of Natural Dyes. ACPTC Proceedings, October 1986, p.59.

ASCHE, K. and CREWS, P. C. An Evaluation of Antioxidants for the Conservation of Museum Textiles. ACPTC Proceedings, October 1986, p.61.

CREWS, P. C. An Assessment of Ultraviolet Absorbers for Reducing Fading and Degradation of Museum Textiles. Proceedings of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences, Ninety-fifth Annual Meeting, April 1985, p. 75.

CREWS, P. C. The Effect of Ultraviolet Absorbers on the Fading Rate of Natural Dyes. Preprints of papers presented at the Thirteenth Annual Meeting of American Institute for Conservation, May 22-26, 1985, p. 155.

EXHIBITIONS CURATED

“Yvonne Wells: Quilted Messages.” Gottsch Gallery, IQSCM, October 7, 2011 – February 26, 2012. Curated by Jill Kessler under supervision of P. Crews, J. Gregory and M. Hanson.

“Quilts Under the Microscope.” Gottsch Gallery, IQSCM, April 2-August 1, 2010. Co-curated with Marin Hanson, Curator of Exhibitions. (Attendance 6,600)

“American Quilts in the Modern Age, 1870-1940.” Peg Coryell Gallery, IQSCM, May 23 – Nov. 15, 2009. Co-curated with Marin Hanson, Curator of Exhibitions. (Attendance 12,000)

“Yikes Stripes.” Gottsch Gallery, IQSCM, Jan. 16 – April 15, 2009. Curated by Elizabeth Andrews under supervision of P. Crews and M. Hanson.

“Recycling and Resourcefulness: Quilts of the 1930s.” Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, July 2 - August 31, 2007. (Estimated attendance 500) Curated by Christina Brooks under supervision of P. Crews and M. Hanson.

“Perfecting the Past: Colonial Revival Quilts.” Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, May 30-Sept. 1, 2006. (Estimated attendance 1425) Curated by M. Slaton under supervision of P. Crews and M. Hanson.

“Partisan Pieces: Quilts of Political and Patriotic Persuasion.” Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, June 3-August 31, 2005. (Estimated attendance 500) Curated by Kathleen Moore under supervision of P. Crews.

“Design Dynamics of Log Cabin Quilts.” Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, May 28-August 31, 2004. (Estimated attendance 400) Curated by Judy Schwender under supervision of P. Crews.

“Indigo Gives America the Blues.” Lentz Center for Asian culture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, December 3, 2003 - February 29, 2004. (Estimated attendance 850) Curated by graduate student Nao Nomura under supervision of P. Crews.

“Modern Marvels: Quilts Made from Kits, 1915-1950.” Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, May 30 - August 29, 2003. (Estimated attendance 50.) Curated by Deborah Rake under supervision P.C. Crews.

“At the Crossing: Amish Crib Quilts and the Intersection of Culture.” Lentz Center for Asian culture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, February 2003 - February 2004. Curated by graduate student Janneken Smucker under supervision of P.C. Crews. 10

“Reflections of the Exotic East in American Quilts.” Lentz Center for Asian Culture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, September 16 - December 16, 2001. (Estimated attendance 1,000) Curated by graduate student Marin Hanson under supervision of P.C. Crews.

“Sunshine and Shadow: 19th Century Mennonite Quilts.” Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, May 18 - July 30, 1998. (Estimated attendance 1,200) Curated by graduate student Michelle Harm under supervision of P.C. Crews.

“Quilts from the Heartland.” Great Plains Art Collection, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, May 11 - August 28, 1998. (Estimated attendance, 2500) Curated by graduate student Elizabeth Villa under supervision of P.C. Crews.

“American Quilts: A Century of Change, 1800-1900.” Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery, University of Nebraska-Lincoln March 14 - April 4, 1996. Co-curators: P. C. Crews and Jenny Yearous.

"Nebraska Quilts/Nebraska Traditions." Shizuoka Municipal Art Gallery, Shizuoka, Japan, sponsored by Nebraska Arts Council, Nebraska Humanities Council, and U.S. West, March 31 - April 9, 1995.

"Celebrating Diversity: Textiles and Dress of Indonesia." Lentz Center for Asian Culture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, March 25 - July 6, 1995 (9,000 attended).

"From the Hands of India and Pakistan: Traditions in Textiles." Lentz Center for Asian Culture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, April 2-June 30, 1993.

"Quiltmaking Traditions in Nebraska," for Expression: Needlework Conference & Exhibition at Alexandra's Palace in London, England, October 24-25, 1993 (28,000 attended).

"Prizes from the Plains: State Fair Award-Winning Quilts." University of Nebraska State Museum. October 3-19, 1992. Curated by graduate student M.J. Furgason under supervision of P.C. Crews.

"Spoken Without a Word: The Power of Design in Asian Dress." Lentz Center for Asian Culture, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, March 20-June 2, 1991.

"Bag and Baggage." University of Nebraska State Museum, October 20-November 24, 1989.

PRESENTATIONS and INVITED LECTURES

Crews, P.C. “Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers: A Journey Through Time, 1860-1940.” Invited Lecture. American Exchange Center, Xi’an Jiaotong University, Xi’an, China, May 17, 2013.

Crews, P. C. and Hanson, M. “Communicating Conservation Concerns and Engaging Audiences.” Invited Presentation for Curators Breakfast. Mountain Plains Museum Association, Annual Conference, Lincoln, NE, October 2, 2013.

Crews, P.C. “The Fundamentals: An Institutional Code of Ethics.” Invited Panelist for session organized by E. Merritt, Founding Director, Center for the Future of Museums, American Alliance for Museums (AAM). Mountain Plains Museum Association, Annual Conference, Lincoln, NE, October 2, 2013.

Crews, P.C. “Victorian Crazy Quilts: How Silk Fueled a National Fascination.” Influences on American Quilts: From Baltimore to Bengal. Conference organized by Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA. Nov. 9, 2012.

Crews, P.C. “Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers: A Journey Through Time, 1860-1940.” Invited Keynote Lecture. American Quilt Study Group Annual Seminar, Lincoln, NE, Oct. 5, 2012.

Crews, P.C. and Hanson, M. “ Quilts Under the Microscope: An Educational Initiative Communicating Conservation and Care Issues.” Playing to the Galleries and Engaging New Audiences: The Public Face of Conservation, Symposium organized by Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA, November 14-16, 2011.

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Crews, P.C.. “Quilts: Collectors and Collecting.” Panel Moderator. American Quilt Study Group Annual Seminar, Minneapolis, MN, October 16, 2010.

Crews, P. “Fueled by Silk: Crazy Quilt Mania.” Textile Society of America, Biennial Symposium, Lincoln, NE, October 7, 2010. Paper nominated for the TSA Founding Presidents Award.

Crews, P. “American Quilts in the Modern Age, 1870-1940.” Invited lecture. Beach Museum of Art, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, Sept. 10, 2010.

Crews, P. “Botany and the American Quilt.” Invited lecture. Florida Museum of Natural History, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, Feb. 4, 2010.

Crews, P. “Ethnicity and Authenticity: Re-evaluating Iconic Quilts.” Chair of Presidential Panel for the American Historical Association, San Diego, CA, January 9, 2010.

Crews, P. “Quilt Studies: Object-Focused Research.” Invited panel presentation for the Costume Society of America, Midwestern Region Annual Meeting and Symposium, October 9, 2009.

Crews, P. “Fueled by Silk: Crazy Quilt Mania.” Nebraska Colloquium Series – The Silk Road. University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Sept. 15, 2009.

Crews, P. “Amish Quiltmakers: Constructing a Life.” Invited Lecture. Textile Museum, Washington, DC, August 1, 2009.

Crews, P. “Material Culture: Window to the World.” Invited inaugural lecture. Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, Colorado State University. April 22, 2009.

Crews, P.C. “America’s Quilt Heritage: A Melting Pot.” Invited Lecture. St. Louis Art Museum, May 16, 2008.

Crews, P.C. “Quilts: Reflections of Trade, Technology and Tradition.” Invited Lecture. UNL Chancellor’s Distinguished Lecture Series. April 17, 2008.

Crews, P.C. Nebraska Quilts and Quiltmakers. Invited Lecture. Smithsonian Renwick Gallery, Washington, DC, November 11, 2007.

MacDowell, M.* Richardson, J.* Crews, P.C.* J. Gilbert*. “Stitching Data: The Quilt Index as a National Model.” American Association of Museums Annual Meeting, Boston, MA, April 29, 2006.

Takamura, E., Yoshizumi, K.*, and Crews, P.C. “Photoyellowing and Photobleaching of Silk and Wool Fabrics Under Monochromatic and Multichromatic Light Radiation.” American Institute for Conservation Annual Meeting. Minneapolis, MN, June 12, 2005.

Hustvedt, G.* and P.C. Crews. “The Ultraviolet Protection Factor (UFP) of Naturally Colored Cotton.” Beltwide Cotton Conference. San Antonio, TX, January 9, 2004.

Evenson, J. and P.C. Crews*. “Effects of Accelerated Heat and Light Aging on Textiles Marked with Fabric Marking Pens.” American Institute for Conservation Annual Meeting, Portland, OR, June 13, 2004.

Crews, P.C.* and Y. Zhou. “The Effect of Fabric Wetness on the UVR Transmission of Woven Fabrics.” International Conference and Exhibition of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. Greenville, SC, September 12, 2003.

Evenson, J. and P.C. Crews*. “Effects of Light and Heat Aging on Selected Quilting Products Containing Adhesives.” American Institute for Conservation Annual Meeting, Arlington, VA, June 9, 2003.

Yoshizumi, K.* and P. C. Crews. “Effects of Ultraviolet and Visible Radiation on the Fading of Natural and Synthetic Dyes.” Poster Session, American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference and Exhibition, Greenville, SC, September 10-11, 2003.

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Algaba, I.*, Riva, A., and P. Crews*. “Influence of Fiber Type and Fabric Porosity on the Ultraviolet Protection Factor Provided by Summer Fabrics.” Poster Session, 2002 ICE, American Association of Textile Chemist and Colorists International Conference and Exhibition, Charlotte, NC, October 2, 2002.

Buss, J. and P. Crews*. “Influence of Nitrogen Gas and Oxygen Scavengers on Fading and Color Change in Dyed Textiles.” American Institute for Conservation Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, June 12, 2000.

Buss, J.* and P.C. Crews*. “Effect of Low Oxygen Atmospheres on Dyed Textiles: Implications for Museums.” International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Meeting, Santa Fe, NM, November 11, 1999.

Zhou, Y.*, and P.C. Crews. “Effect of OBAs and Repeated Home Laundering on UV Transmission through Fabrics.” AATCC Research Committee Meetings, Baltimore, MD, May 19, 1998.

Beyer, A.* and P.C. Crews. “Influence of Fiber Type, Fabric Cover, Thread Count and Thickness on UVR Transmission.” American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, Atlanta, GA, September 29, 1997.

Crews, P. C.*, K. Baumert and W. Rich. "Degradation of Milkweed, Cotton, Polyester and Polypropylene upon Exposure to Light, Weathering and Composting: A Comparative Study." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference, Atlanta, GA, October 10, 1995.

Baumert, K*. and P.C. Crews. "Influence of Fabric Softeners on Wrinkle Recovery, Soil Release and Whiteness of Selected Woven Fabrics." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference. Charlotte, North Carolina, October 12-14, 1994.

P.C. Crews*, W. Rich and R. Venkataswami. "Influence of Milkweed Floss Fiber Length on Hand and Textile Product Performance." 206th National Meeting of American Chemical Society, Chicago, IL, August 22-27, 1993.

M.J. Furgason and P.C. Crews*. "Prizes from the Plains: State Fair Award-Winning Quilts and Quiltmakers." American Quilt Study Group, Annual Seminar. Portland, ME. October 15-17, 1993.

J. Pieper and P.C. Crews*. "Ineffectiveness of Home Dye Setting Treatments to Repeated Home Laundering." International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Meeting, White Sulphur Springs, WV. November 4-7, 1993.

B. Reagan, R. Lattie*, P. Crews, K. Scott, L. Cho and D. Johnson. "Accelerated Lightfastness Testing of Disperse Dyes on Polyester Automotive Fabrics." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference. Montreal, Canada, October 4, 1993.

D. Williams* and P.C. Crews. "Artifact Study: A Model for Dress." International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Meeting, Columbus, OH. October 23, 1992.

L. Woeppel, P.C. Crews* and S. Sievert. "Determining Moisture Characteristics of Milkweed Floss." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference, Boston, MA. October 2, 1990.

P.C. Crews*, S. Sievert and E. McCullough. "Evaluation of Milkweed Floss as an Insulative Fill Material." Symposium on Chemistry of Cellulosic, Proteinaceous and Synthetic Fibers. American Chemical Society National Meeting. Miami, FL. September 13, 1989.

B.M. Reagan, A. Sarmadi, E.P. Easter*, P.C. Crews, C.M. Ladisch, D.G. Johnson, A. Dale, J.M. Laughlin, C.L. Orr, R.K. Lattie. "Influence of Fluorescent Whitening Agents on Silk Phototendering and Dye Fading." Intersectional Paper Competition, American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference. Philadelphia, PA. October 4, 1989.

L. Woeppel* and P.C. Crews. "Evaluating UV Stabilizers as Additives to Soil Repellent Topical Finishes and as Treatments for the Conservation of Museum Textiles." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference. Philadelphia, PA. October 4, 1989.

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P.C. Crews*. "Evaluating the Ability of Soil and Stain Repellent Finishes Containing Ultraviolet Stabilizers to Reduce Fading in Upholstery." Annual Meeting of the Association of College Professors of Textiles and Clothing. Kansas City, MO. October 20, 1988.

J. Uhrig* and P.C. Crews. "Maternity Dress on the Great Plains, 1886-1892." Eleventh Annual Symposium of the Center for Great Plains Studies. Lincoln, NE. March 20, 1987.

P.C. Crews* and B.M. Reagan. "Ultraviolet Absorbers: A Treatment to Reduce Fading and Degradation of Contemporary and Historic Textiles." 5th Annual Conference on Textiles. Normal, IL. July 11, 1987.

P.C. Crews* and L. Thorson. "Effectiveness of Dye Setting Treatments on Red Cotton Fabrics." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists International Conference and Exhibition. Charlotte, NC. October 16, 1987.

P.C. Crews*. "The Fading Rates of Natural Dyes." Annual Meeting of the American Institute for Conservation. Chicago, IL. May 25, 1986.

P.C. Crews*. "The Effectiveness of Ultraviolet Filtering Sleeves in Reducing Fading of Natural Dyes." National Meeting of the Association of College Professors of Textiles and Clothing. Houston, TX. October 24, 1986.

K. Asche* and P.C. Crews. "An Evaluation of Antioxidants for the Conservation of Museum Textiles." National Meeting of the Association of College Professors of Textiles and Clothing. Houston, TX. October 24, 1986.

P.C. Crews*. "An Assessment of Ultraviolet Absorbers for Reducing Fading and Degradation of Museum Textiles." 95th Annual Meeting of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences. Lincoln, NE. April 13, 1985.

P.C. Crews*. "The Effect of Ultraviolet Absorbers on the Fading Rates of Natural Dyes." Annual Meeting of the American Institute for Conservation. Washington, DC. May 25, 1985.

P.C. Crews*. "An Evaluation of Ultraviolet Stabilizers for Use on Museum Textiles." American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists National Technical Conference, Chicago, IL, October, 1984.

*Presenter

GRANTS AND RESEARCH PROJECTS

“American Quilts in the Industrial Age, 1750-1870, Research and Publication Grant. James Foundation Fund at the University of Nebraska Foundation. $301,974. 1/2014 – 7/2017.

“The Engineer Who Could: Ernest Haight’s Half Century of Quiltmaking, Exhibition and Public Programs. Humanities Nebraska (formerly Nebraska Humanities Council). $ 4,500. 4/2013-3/2014.

“Yvonne Wells: Quilted Messages, Exhibition and Public Programs.” Nebraska Humanities Council. $3390. 4/2011 – 2/2012.

“Conservation Treatments and Storage Enhancement.” Stockman Family Foundation. $76,000. 12/01/2010 – 12/31/2012.

“Photography Assistant for IQSC Collections.” Anonymous Donor, University of Nebraska Foundation. $21,000. 11/1/2010-12/31/2011.

“Planning Quilt Index International.” Institute for Museum & Library Services. $9879. 10/01/2010-9/31/2011.

“Quilts Under the Microscope Exhibition.” Nebraska Humanities Council. $1500. 4/1/2010-11/30/2010.

“IQSC Communication Coordinator.” Woods Charitable Fund. $50,000. 7/1/2009-6/30/2011.

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“Yikes! Stripes Exhibition Brochure & Public Programming.” Nebraska Humanities Council. $1500. 11/01/2009-5/01/2009.

“Chintz Applique Quilts” James Foundation. $75,000. 4/2007-9/2009.

“Education and Outreach Coordinator.” Woods Charitable Fund. $93,600. 07/2007 – 08/2009.

“Drawing Connections: The Art and Design of Quilts.” Cooper Foundation. $21,274. 4/15/2007 – 6/30/2008.

“My Quilt Story Interactive Kiosk and Digital Gallery.” James Foundation. $88,000. 11/01/2006 – 3/30/2008. “Quilts Go Global.” James Foundation. $226,993. 11/01/2006 – 12/31/2011.

“Recycling and Resourcefulness: Quilts of the 1930s.” Nebraska Humanities Council. $2350. 9/30/2006 - 10/30/2007.

“Communications Coordinator.” James Foundation. $70,000. 12/2005-12/2007.

“Perfecting the Past: Colonial Revival Quilts” Nebraska Humanities Council. $2350. 9/30/2005 - 10/31/2006.

“Catalog Research and Preparation Project.” Getty Foundation. $175,000, 7/1/2004-7/1/2007.

“Partisan Pieces: Quilts of Political and Patriotic Persuasion.” Nebraska Humanities Council. $1,500. 12/31/2004 - 9/30/2005.

“Quilt Index National Leadership Project” Institute for Museum and Library Service. $499,996 ($30,000 Nebraska). 10/1/2004-9/30/2006.

“Subvention Grant for Publication of Wild by Design: Innovation and Artistry in American Quilts Exhibition Catalogue.” James Foundation, $15,000, 09/01/02-9/30/03.

“Evaluation of Innovative Quilting Materials.” International Quilting Association, $5,000, 1/03-8/03.

“At the Crossing: Midwestern Amish Crib Quilts and the Intersection of Cultures.” Nebraska Humanities Council, $ 3,000, 10/02-06/03.

Newkirk Funds for Professional Development. AY 2002-03, CHRFS, $5,000.

“Reflections of the Exotic East in American Quilts.” Nebraska Humanities Council, $3,900. 09/01/01-12/31/01.

“Subvention Grant for Publication of Fanciful Flowers: Botany and the American Quilt Exhibition Catalogue.” Cooper Foundation, $15,000, February 1, 2000 - May 1, 2001.

“African-American Quilts from the Cargo Collection: Exhibition and Lecture.” Nebraska Humanities Council, $4,690, September 2000 - April 2001.

Conservation Assessment Grant. Institute for Museum and Library Services, $3,390, August 15, 2000 - August 14, 2001. “Developing Courses to Support a TCD Extended Education Masters Degree.” $10,000. Chancellor’s Special Extended Education Fund. 1999-2000.

“Distance Education Course Development: History of Quiltmaking in America.” CHRFS Dean’s Fund for Distance Education, $5,000, May 1999 - June 2000.

“Developing a History of Textiles Course for Distance Delivery.” CHRFS Innovation Grant, $2,500, August 1999- June 2000.

“Mennonite Quilt Exhibit and Public Programs.” Nebraska Humanities Council, $1,150, March 24, 1998 - July 30, 1998.

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“Endowing the International Quilt Study Center.” National Endowment for the Humanities, Challenge Grant $450,000. December 1997 - July 2002.

“14th Annual Conference on Textiles (Hicks Exhibit).” Nebraska Humanities Council, $5,000, April 1, 1996 - June 30, 1996.

“The Art of Sheila Hicks.” Nebraska Arts Council, $1,779, January 1, 1996 - June 30, 1996.

“Upgrading Textile Testing Chamber.” UNL Research Facilities Enhancement Program.@ $41,700, January to June, 1995.

"Videotaping Textile Artisans of Indonesia to Record Knowledge of a Disappearing Craft." CHRFS Innovative Proposal, $1,450, June, 1994 to June, 1995.

"Development of Textile Fiber Microscopy Expertise by Participation in McCrone Research Institute." ITAA's DuPont Textile Faculty Development Grant, $1,000. January - December, 1994.

"Faculty Development Support to Visit the U.S. Army Natick Research, Development and Engineering Center." UN-L Layman Awards. $2,780, July 1 - December 31, 1994. Principal Investigator.

"Indonesian Textiles." Summer Research Fellowship. Asian Cultural Council, $4,950, June 29-July 31, 1994.

"Nebraska's Quiltmaking Traditions - A Videotaped Presentation." Granted $2,962 by Nebraska Humanities Council and Lincoln Quilters Guild, April 1, 1993 - December 30, 1993.

"Milkweed Research - Development and Testing of Battings." Kellogg Foundation Award, $22,500, July 1, 1993 - January 1, 1995. Principal Investigators: M. Hanna, P. Crews ($10,000), P. Nordquist, B. Baltensperger, M. Witt, K. VonBargen, and D. Jones.

"Investigating Milkweed as an Alternative Source of Fiber." USDA-CSRS Special Grant, $75,733. July 1, 1992 - September 30, 1993. Principal Investigators: M. Hanna, P. Crews ($11,500), D. Batensperger, P. Nordquist, A. Vidaver, K. VonBarger, and M. Witt.

"An Analysis of the Market Availability of Degradable Disposable Diapers in Nebraska and a Summary of Published Research Regarding the Photodegradation and Biodegradation of Disposable Diapers." Granted $9,785 by Nebraska Department of Environmental Control, January, 1992 - June, 1992. Principal Investigators: P. Crews and S. Niemeyer.

"Investigating Milkweed as an Alternative Source of Fiber." USDA Grant, $80,000, July 1, 1991 - June 30, 1992. Principal Investigators L. Nelson, A. Vidaver, K. Von Bargen, P. Crews ($12,000) and P. Nordquist.

"Investigating Milkweed as an Alternative Source of Fiber." $75,892, July 1, 1990 - June 30, 1991. Principal Investigators: L. Nelson, A. Vidaver, K. Von Bargen, P. Crews ($11,500) and P. Nordquist.

"Uncovering the Art of Common Folk: Nebraska Quilt History Project Production and Publication Costs." Granted $3,000 by Nebraska Committee for the Humanities, January 1, 1990 - August 1, 1991. Project scholars: P. Crews and R. Naugle.

"Data Entry for Nebraska Quilt Project Records." Granted $1,500 by Lincoln Quilter's Guild, July 1, 1990 - June 30, 1991.

"Characterization of Milkweed Floss." Granted $11,650 by USDA, June, 1989 - June, 1990.

"Nebraska Quilt Project: Uncovering the Art of Common People." Granted $12,500 by Woods Charitable Funds, Inc. for publication costs, September, 1989 - April, 1991.

"AATCC Midwest Section Research Project for the Intersectional Paper Competition." Granted $500 by AATCC Midwest Section, March - July, 1989. 16

"Evaluating the Ability of Soil and Stain Repellent Finishes Containing Ultraviolet Stabilizers to Reduce Fading of Upholstery Fabrics." Granted $9,710 by FIBER-SEAL International, Inc., Dallas, Texas, February, 1988-August, 1988.

"Evaluation of Milkweed Floss Properties." Granted $11,669 by Natural Fibers Corporation, Ogallala, Nebraska, June, 1988 - December, 1989.

"Evaluation of Color Loss and Degradation in Textiles Research." Granted $4,750 from Layman Research Fund, May, 1988-May, 1989.

"Nebraska Quilt History Project: Analysis and Interpretation of Data." Granted $1,000 by American/ International Quilt Association, November, 1987 - November, 1988.

"Auxiliary Equipment for Textile Research Using Xenon-Arc Weatherometer and Launderometer." Granted $2,702 from UN-L Layman Research Fund, May, 1986 - June, 1987.

"Nebraska Quilt Project." Granted $17,503 by National Endowment for the Arts, October, 1986 - December, 1987. Project Scholar.

"The Effect of Selected Detergents on the Color Stability of Modified Polyester Fabrics." UN-L Research Council Grant-In-Aid of $1,369.40, January, 1986 - June, 1986.

"An Evaluation of Antioxidants for Use on Museum Textiles," UN-L Research Council Grant-In-Aid of $2,323.25, January, 1985 - June, 1985.

MASTERS THESES/PROJECTS DIRECTED

Langford, Donna. 2013.”Quilting on the Frontier: Celebrating 150 Years of the Homestead Act. Curatorial research for exhibition at the Nebraska State Historical Society (Lincoln, NE). Internship. Current Position: Curator/Educator, DeKalb Area Agricultural Heritage Association.

Lensch, Amanda. 2013. “Crusading Quilts: Social Reform and the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union.” August 2013. Option II Project. Current Position: Instructor, Iowa State University.

Roberg, Madeleine. 2011. “Tucked In: American Quilts and Beds, 1790-1940.” August 2011. Thesis. Current Position: Project Manager, AccuQuilt.

Kessler, Jill. 2011. “Yvonne Wells: Quilted Messages.” Option II Project supported by the Nebraska Humanities Council.

Crabtree, Cathy. 2010. Design and Fabrication of Special Mounts for the IQSCM and Educational Programming for the Oakland Historic House Museum in Tennessee. Internship.

Comstock, Gloria. 2010. Research and Writing of Label Text for Hortense Beck Exhibition at the IQSCM and Catalogue Research and Condition Reports for Seminole Textile Collection for the Florida Museum of Natural History in Gainesville. Internship. Current Position: Curator/Registrar, Virginia Quilt Museum.

Humphrey, Christine. 2010. "Quilt Documentation Projects 1980-1989: Exploring the Roots of a National Phenomenon.” Thesis. Current position: Graduate research assistant, UNL, TMFD Dept.

Rodgers, Jan. 2009. “Quilts from the Homestead Era.” An Exhibition for the Homestead National Monument of America, Heritage Center, Beatrice, Nebraska. Internship.

Price, Janet. 2009. “Grace Snyder: A Life in Extraordinary Stitches.” Option II Project supported by the National Quilting Association. Current position: Registrar, Lentz Center for Asian Culture, UNL.

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Andrews, Elizabeth. 2009. “Yikes! Stripes: Eye Catching Visual Effects in Quilts. Option II Project supported by the Nebraska Humanities Council.) Current position: Des Moines Living History Farms Costumer.

Davis, Valerie. 2008. “ Milwaukee Celebrates the American Quilt: An Exhibition for the Milwaukee Public Museum.” Internship. Current position: Consulting Curator: Milwaukee Public Museum, Milwaukee, WI.

Holley, Gwendolyn. 2008. “Fabric Count: Parameter for Distinguishing Historic from Reproduction Fabrics.” Thesis.

Kinsler, Alice. 2008. “From Dust Bowl to Salad Bowl: The Quilts and Quiltmakers of the Depression Era Migration to the Salinas Valley.” Internship Project supported by the Center for Craft, Creativity and Design. Current position: Interim Executive Director, International Quilt Study Center & Museum. Fitzgerald Mary. 2008. “Fabric of War: Textiles in World War II.” Internship Project supported by the Mary Chilton DAR Foundation, Sioux Falls, SD)

Kim Madsen. 2007. “Quilts: Fiber for Thought.” Internship Project supported by the Plains Art Museum Foundation, Fargo, ND) Current position: Guest curator, Plains Art Museum, Fargo, ND.

Jonathan Gregory. 2007. “ Meanings and Messages: Quilts to Comfort the Families of America’s Fallen in the Afghanistan and Iraq Wars.” Thesis. Project supported by the Lincoln Quilters Guild Scholarship/Research Award) Current position: Doctoral student, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Judy Newland. 2007. “Discovering Ancient Peru: Why Textiles Matter.” Option II Project. Current position: Curator of Exhibitions, Arizona State Museum., Tucson, AZ.

Christina Brooks. 2007. “Recycling and Resourcefulness: Quilts of the 1930s.” Option II Project. Current position: Assistant Manager, JoAnn Fabrics, Denver, CO.

LynDee Lombardo. 2007. “Educational Programs for the Quilt Center: Timeline, Kiosk and Trunk Show.” Internship. Current position: Retired High School Teacher, Olympia, WA.

Kim Baird. 2006. “Quilts and Math: Course Module for College for Kids Program at Moorehead State University.” Internship.

Anita Loscalzo. 2006. “Free Motion Masterpieces.” Internship Project, New England Quilt Museum. Current position: Independent Curator.

Slaton, Melissa. 2006. “Perfecting the Past: Colonial Revival Quilts.” Option II Project supported by Nebraska Humanities Council. Current position: Kansas State Historical Society Archives, Kansas City, KS.

Moore, Kathy. 2005. “Partisan Pieces: Quilts of Patriotic and Political Persuasion.” Option II Project supported by Nebraska Humanities Council.

Schwender, Judy. 2004. “Design Dynamics of Log Cabin Quilts.” Option II Project. Current position: Curator, National Quilt Museum, Paducah, KY.

Nomura, Nao. 2004. “The Evolution of Indigo Dyeing and Printing Technology as Reflected in American Quilts.” Option II Project supported by Nebraska Humanities Council Grant. Current position: Doctoral Student, University of Tokyo.

Hustvedt, Gwen. 2003. “The Effect of Xenon Light Exposure Followed by Laundering on the Ultraviolet Protection Factor of Dyed and Naturally Colored Cotton.” Thesis research supported by an American Association of Textile Chemists & Colorists (AATCC) Student Research Award) Current position: Assistant Professor, Texas State University- San Marcos.

Rake, Deborah. 2003. “Modern Marvels: Quilts Made from Kits, 1915-1950.” Option II Project supported by Nebraska Humanities Council Grant.

Smucker, Janneken. 2003. “At the Crossing: Midwestern Amish Crib Quilts and the Intersection of Cultures.” 18

Option II Project supported by Nebraska Humanities Council Grant. Current: American Studies Ph.D. candidate, University of Delaware.

Hanson, Marin. 2001. “Reflections of the Exotic East in American Quilts.” Option II Project supported by Nebraska Humanities Council grant. (Double major -- TCD & Museum Studies.) Current position: Curator of Exhibitions, International Quilt Study Center & Museum, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Zhou, Ying. 1997. “The Effects of Ultraviolet Absorbers and Repeated Home Launderings on Ultraviolet Radiation Transmission through Fabrics.” Thesis research supported by AATCC Student Research Award and received University of Nebraska 1999 Folsom Distinguished Masters Thesis Award. Current position: Quality Assurance Engineer, Maytag Corp., Des Moines, IA.

Beyer, Andrea. 1997. “Selected Fabric Characteristics and Their Effect on UVR Transmission.” Thesis Research supported by AATCC Student Research Award.) Current Position: Quality Assurance Specialist, Cabela’s, Sidney, NE.

Kim, Kyung-Soon. 1996. “Influence of Ethnicity on Nebraska Quilts Made Before World War II.” Thesis.

Baumert, Karen. 1994. "Influence of Fabric Softeners on Wrinkle Recovery, Whiteness Index and Soil Release of Selected Woven Fabrics." Thesis Research supported by AATCC Student Research Award. Current position: Textile Technologist, J.C. Penney’s, Dallas, TX.

Haar, Sherry. 1994. "Perspectives on Group Quiltmaking in Nebraska." Thesis Research supported by Student Grant-in-Aid from Center for Great Plains Studies and by Lincoln Quilters Guild. Current position: Associate Professor, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.

Furgason, Mary Jane. 1993. "An Investigation of Nebraska State Fair Winning Quilts and Quiltmakers." Option II Project supported by Student Grant-in-Aid from Center for Great Plains Studies and she received 1993 College Award for Outstanding Scholarly Activity by a Masters Student.)

James, Michelle. 1991. "A Comparison of Historical and Contemporary Nebraska Quiltmakers." Thesis Research supported by Student Grant-in-Aid from Center for Great Plains Studies and by Lincoln Quilters Guild, and she received 1991 College Award for Outstanding Scholarly Activity by a Masters Student.

Kim, Junghee. 1991. "An Evaluation of Selected Physical Characteristics of Milkweed Floss and Their Relationship to Pod Maturity and Plant Species." Thesis Research supported by AATCC Student Research Award and USDA grant.

Rich, Wendy. 1991, "Influence of Dye Shade Depth on the Effectiveness of Selected Ultraviolet Absorbers. Thesis Research supported by AATCC Student Research Award, Wyandotte Corp. and Allied Fibers Corp.

Sievert, Shiela. 1989, "An Evaluation of Milkweed Floss as an Insulative Fiber." Thesis Research supported by grant from Natural Fibers Corporation.) Current position: Owner: Sewing School, Lincoln, NE.

Shea, Elizabeth. 1989, "The Nebraska Quiltmaker." Thesis Research supported by grant-in-aid from Center for Great Plains Studies.

Woeppel, Lisa Thorson. 1988, "Evaluating the Potential Synergism of Selected Antioxidants and Ultraviolet Absorber Combinations Applied to Textiles." Thesis Research supported by AATCC/HE Student Research and winning paper American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists Student Paper Competition, October, 1989.

Asche, Kimberly. 1986, "An Evaluation of Antioxidants for the Conservation of Museum Textiles." Thesis. She presented a paper at the annual meeting of ACPTC and later published an article in the Clothing and Textiles Research Journal based on this research. Current position: Extension Educator, Minnesota Extension Service South Central, St. Paul, MN.

Schiebe, Johnette. 1986. "Textile Restoration: The Techniques of Reweaving." Option II Project. Current Position: Retired Teacher, Omaha Public Schools. 19

Uhrig, Jane, 1986. "Maternity Dress of Nebraska Women, 1986-1910." Thesis. She presented a paper based on this research at the Annual Symposium for Great Plains Studies. Current position: Associate Professor, Delaware State University, Dover, Delaware.

PH.D. DISSERTATIONS DIRECTED

Ducey, Carolyn. 2010. “Chintz Applique Quilts: Memory and Meaning in Mid-Nineteenth Century Quilts of the Delaware River Valley." Awarded dissertation research funding by American Quilt Study Group and Lincoln Quilters Guild. Dissertation nominated for UNL Folsom Distinguished Dissertation Award. Current position: Curator of Collections, International Quilt Study Center & Museum, Lincoln, NE.

Jurgena, Melissa. 2006. “By God’s Grace and the Needle: The Life and Labors of Mercy Jane Bancroft Blair.” Current position: Director, Minnesota Discovery Center, Chisholm, MN.

Evenson, Janet. 2003. “The Effects of Accelerated Ageing and Light on Selected Contemporary Quilting Materials.” She presented a paper at AIC and paper published in AIC Textile Specialty Group Postprints 2000. Current position: Quality Assurance Specialist. Cabela’s, Sydney, NE.

Chiweshe, Annacleta. 1999. “Influence of Household Fabric Softeners on the Pilling Propensity of Textiles.” She presented a paper at the AATCC Technical Meeting and published an article based on this research in the Textile Chemist and Colorist. Current position: Asst. Professor, Human Ecology, Apparel and Textiles, State University College at Oneonta, New York.

Buss, Judy, 1998. “Influence of Reduced Oxygen Atmospheres on the Fading of Selected Fibers and Dyes.” She presented a paper at ITAA and AIC and paper published in AIC Post Prints 2000. Current position: Executive Director, American Quilt Study Group, Lincoln, NE.

Rasmussen, Marilyn. 1997. “Lakota Women’sTraditional Dress of the Last Half of the Twentieth Century.” She presented a paper based on this research at ITAA. Current position: Extension Specialist, University of South Dakota Cooperative Extension Service, Pierre.

MUSEUM STUDIES MAJOR ADVISOR (Supervisor of Museum Internship and Oral Examination)

Megan Sharp, Internship. Saunders County Museum, Wahoo, NE, 2002. Warner Myers, Internship. Museum of International Folk Art, Santa Fe, NM. M.S. 2001. Melissa Woodson, Internship. Arbor Lodge, Nebraska City, NE. M.S. 2001. Elizabeth Villa, Internship. International Quilt Study Center, UNL. M.A. 1998. Current Position: Curatorial & Registration Assistant, Montgomery Gallery, Claremont, CA. Susan Curtis, Internship. International Quilt Study Center, UNL. M.A. 1998. Current Position: Collections Manager. University of South Dakota. Rachel Rarick, Internship. Missouri Historical Society, St. Louis, MO. M.A. 1998. Carrie Streeter, Internship. The Castle, Marietta, OH. M.S. 1998. Steve Pettit, Internship. Western Heritage Museum, Omaha, NE. M.A. 1997. Current Position: Curator of Collections, Millicent Rogers Museum, Taos, NM. Carolyn Wallingford, Internship. TCD Historic Textiles and Ethnic Dress Collections. M.A. 1997. Current Position: Curator, National Park Service. Jenny Yearous, Internship. TCD Historic Textile and Ethnic Dress Collection. M.A. 1997. Current Position: Curator, North Dakota Historical Society, Fargo, ND. Michelle Harm, Internship. International Quilt Study Center, UNL. M.S. 1997. Current Position: Director of Exhibits, Hollingsworth Traveling Exhibitions, Orlando, FL. Diane Rogness, Internship. International Quilt Study Center, UNL. M.A. 1997. Current Position: Site Supervisor, Chateau DeMores State Historic Site, North Dakota. Margaret Lyman, Internship. Nebraska State Historical Society. M.A. 1993. Current Position: Collections Manager, Mutter Museum of the College of Physicians, Philadelphia, PA. Judy Buss, Internship. Save Our Statues, Washington, DC. M.A. 1992. Current Position: Executive Director, American Quilt Study Group. Ruth Ann Walker, Internship. Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, VA. M.A. 1991.

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GRADUATE COMMITTEES SERVED ON--1990-PRESENT Christine Humphrey. Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2010-2014. Jonathan Gregory. Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2008-2014. Kylin Jensen. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2013-2015. Ruth Walker. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2012-2014. Anna Rolapp. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2012-2014. Susan Stanley. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2011-2013. Cindy DeLong. Masters Supervisory Committee 2011-2013. Weifang Gong Masters Supervisory Committee 2013-2014. Helan Xu. Ph. D. Supervisory Committee. Reading Committee. 2009-2013. Amanda Lensch. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2011-2013. Donna Langford. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2011-2013. Di Kitterer, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee 2010-2011. Ellen Rushman. Masters Supervisory Committee 2011-2012. Kristen Weber. Masters Supervisory Committee 2011-2012. Karen DeCristoforo, Masters Supervisory Committee 2007-2011. Christine Humphrey, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2010-present. Madeleine Roberg, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2009-2011. Jill Kessler, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2009-2011. Megan Huelman, Masters Supervisory Committee. 2009-2011. Nancy Bavor, Masters Supervisory Committee. 2009-2011. Cathy Crabtree, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2008-2010. Gloria Comstock, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2008-2010. Carolyn Ducey, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee, (Major Advisor) 1997-2010. Christine Humphrey, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2008-2010. Jan Rodgers. Masters Supervisory Committee. 2005-2009. Linda McShannock, Masters Supervisory Committee. 2000-2009. Janet Price. Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2006-2009. Elizabeth Andrews, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2007-2009. Mary Fitzgerald, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2006-2008. Valerie Davis, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2008. Alice Kinsler, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2008. Gwendolyn Holley, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2004-2008. LynDee Lombardo, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2007. Judy Newland, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2004-2007. Christina Brooks, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2007. Kim Madsen, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2007. Janet Price, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2007. Jonathan Gregory, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2005-2007. Melissa Slaton, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2004-2006. Melissa Jurgena, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2001-2006. David Karst, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee, 2003-2006. Narendra Reddy, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee, 2003-2006. Digvijay Nama, Masters Supervisory Committee, 2004-2006. April Paschall, Masters Supervisory Committee, 2004-2006. Kim Baird, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2003-2006. Melissa Slaton, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2004-2006. Gwen Holley, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor) 2004-2006. Judy Schwender, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2003-2006. Kathleen Moore, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2003-2005. Vignesh Thillainayagam, Masters Supervisory Committee, 2002-2004. Michelle Hain, Masters Supervisory Committee, 2002-2004. Nao Nomura, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2002-2004. Beverly Teche, Masters. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2001-2004. Gwen Hustvedt, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2002-2003. Aruna Pochampaly, Proposal Review Committee, 2002. Janneken Smucker, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2001-2003. Janet Evenson, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 2000-2003. 21

XiaoLei Huang, Masters Supervisory Committee, 2000. Deborah Rake, Masters Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 1999-2003. Soon-Bong Yoon, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 1998-2004. Ying Zhou, Ph.D. Supervisory Committee (Major Advisor), 1997-1998. Michael Mamp, Msaters Reading Committee, 1997. Valerie Knobel, Masters Proposal Review Committee, 1995. Sana Abbasi, Masters Proposal Review Committee, 1995. Ruth Stephen, Masters Proposal Review Committee, 1993; Reading Committee, 1994. Verla Shaner, Masters Reading Committee, 1994. Ramesh Venkataswami, Masters Proposal Review Committee, 1993; Reading Committee, 1994. Sandi Cardillo, Masters Proposal Review Committee, 1993. Kathleen Heiden, Masters Proposal Review Committee, 1993. Deborah Weitzenkamp, Proposal Review Committee, 1991; Reading Committee, 1992. Viive Paju, Proposal Review Committee and Reading Committee, 1992. Geri True, Proposal Review Committee, 1990; Reading Committee, 1991. Katherine Speicher, Proposal Review Committee, 1989; Reading Committee, 1991. Janelle Shell, Reading Committee, 1990. Kristina Newburn, Reading Committee, 1990. David Clark, Project Co-Advisor, 1988-91.

SERVICE

National Mountain Plains Museum Association, 2012-2013. Conference Planning Committee for 2013 Conference. Textile Society of America, Treasurer, 2004-2007. Steering Committee for 2010 Symposium, 2009-2010. American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists. Voting Member, Research Committee RA50, Colorfastness to Light Test Methods; Research Committee RA60, Colorfastness to Washing Test Methods; and RA104, UV Protective Textiles. Chair, RA104 Committee, 1997. Chair, Midwest Section, 1997B98. Midwest Section Councilor, 1999-2000. American Society for Testing and Materials. UV Protective Fabrics and Clothing Committee, 1996-2007. Editorial Board, Clothing and Textiles Research Journal, 1992-2002. International Textile and Apparel Association, Graduate Education Committee, 1991-94; Membership Committee, 1994-96. Fellowship and Awards Committee, 1997-98. American Quilt Study Group, Co-chair of Study Centers and Optional Activities Committee for annual seminar; Roundtable discussion leader at annual seminar, 2003 & 2004. Handweavers Guild of America, Board of Directors, 1984-86.

State Nebraska Museum Association, 1995-present. Member of NMA’sTextile Conservation Needs Assessment Project for IMLS Funding. Nebraska Humanities Council, Speakers Bureau, 1999-2007. Nebraska Arts Council, Folk Arts Advisory Committee, 1991-1996. Nebraska State Quilt Guild, Quilt Preservation Project, Advisory Committee, 1993-1997. Nebraska Quilt Project Scholar, 1986-1990.

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Faculty Senate, TMFD Representative,2011-present. Center for Great Plains Studies, Board of Governors, 2010-present; Publications Committee, 2011-2013; Nominating Committee, 2013-2014. Chancellor’s Commission on the Status of Women, 2008-2013. Speakers Bureau, 1997-98; 2005-2007. University of Nebraska Press Advisory Board, 1997-2011. International Task Force, 2005-2006. Facilities Committee, IANR, June, 2000 - June, 2003. Nebraska Consortium for a Regional Humanities Center, Advisory Committee Member and Member of Preservation Task Force. Vice Chancellor for Agriculture and Natural Resources Search Committee, 1999-2000. Museum Studies Program, 1987-present; Chair, 1995-1997, Graduate Committee, 1989-present. Faculty Senate, 1987-1992; Executive Committee, 1988-90. 22

Graduate Faculty Member, 1984-1988; Fellow, 1988-present. Graduate Fellowship Committee, 1992-95. Honorary Degrees Committee, 1990-91. Library Committee, 1985-89. Judicial Appeals Board, 1987-88. Lentz Center for Asian Culture, Acquisitions Committee, 1992 - present. Center for Great Plains, Fellow, 1988-present; Board of Governors, 1991-94; Scholarship Committee, 1991-94; Library Committee Representative, 1988-90.

College of Education and Human Sciences Promotion and Tenure Committee, 2005-2009. IQSC Building Architectural Selection Committee, 2004-2005. Recruitment Committee, January-December, 2000. TCD Department Head Search Committee, Chair, 1991. Dean's Search Committee, 1986; 1998-99. Curriculum Committee, 1984-87; Chair, 1986-87. Research Committee, 1984-86; Chair, 1985-86. Interdepartmental Graduate Committee, 1986-1995; Secretary, 1990-91. Promotion and Tenure Committee, Secretary, 1997-98, member, 1995-98.

Department of Textiles, Merchandising and Fashion Design International Quilt Study Center & Museum, Founding Director, 1997-2013. Pearl Initiative, Dept. Representative, 2005-2007 Promotion and Tenure Committee, 1989-present; Chair, 2005-2009. Acting Chair, January-December, 2000. Graduate Committee, Chair, 1990-1995; May-December, 2000. Library Committee, 1988-89. Research Committee, 1984-86; Chair, 1984-86. Curator of Historic Textiles and Ethnic Dress Collection, 1989-present. Promotion and Tenure Committee, 1990-present. Safety Committee, 1990-present; Chair, 1990-1997. Search Committee, textile science position, Chair, 1993-94 and 2000-01. Search Committee, curator of collections, Chair, 1997. Gallery Advisory Committee, 1994-present. Search Committee, IQSC Assistant Curator, Chair, 2001.