Curriculum Vitae

MYRNA ROCHELLE ROBERTS, PHD

CURRENT WRITINGS AND PRESENTATIONS

2020 Roberts, M.R., Echler-Freudenrich, C., Connolly, C. & Perry, S.D. Framing Peace Journalism: Man in the High Castle. Accepted as chapter for academic book on Peace Journalism.

2019 Roberts, M.R. African-American Cultural Identity Salience through the Communication Practices of Members of All-Black Towns in Oklahoma (Doctoral dissertation). ProQuest

2019 Roberts M.R. Transformative Learning Conference PowerPoint presentation for the Pentecostal Assemblies of the World, September 21, 2019, Oklahoma City. Presented as keynote speaker

2019 Roberts, M.R., Butler-King, R. and Roberts, E.R. Conference Poster: Creating Opportunities for Transformative Learning. Transformative Learning Conference March 14-15, 2019, Oklahoma City. OK.

2017 Roberts, M.R., Echler-Freudenrich, C., Connolly, C. & Perry, S.D. Framing Peace Journalism: Man in the High Castle. Conference presentation. Paper rated Third of the Top Four Conference Papers in the Peace and Conflict Division of National Communication Association 104th Annual Conference. Dallas, Texas.

2017 Roberts, M.R. Screwtape Letters. CS Lewis Seminar, Oxford, UK. Proficiency in English Literature as demonstrated by GK Chesterton, Dorothy Sayers, and Raymond Williams. Studied in Oxford, England Summer, 2017 following the footsteps of CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien. Strong focus on the effects of modernity on the English language.

2016 Roberts, M.R. Citizenship Theory. Free Access on YouTube. 1.8K Views. Audience Demographic: 23% India; 21% U.S.; 9% UK; 6.7 South African; 5.3 Canadian.

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EDUCATION

Ph.D. Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA; Strategic Communication Published dissertation December 30, 2019 in ProQuest.

Pedagogical Intercultural Communication | Mass Communication/Journalism Strengths: African/Af-American Studies | Qualitative Research Methods Peace Journalism | Quantitative: Content Analysis Kierkegaardian Philosophy | English Literature/Fantasy Writing Advanced Comm Theory | Socratic/Rhetorical disciplines Critical Thinking/Digital | Historical/Critical Research Methods

M.HR. Oklahoma University, Human Relations (with Special Distinction) Norman, OK, July 2006. Video Documentary Thesis concerning Education in Kenya, captured in Nairobi.

Pedagogical Reading and writing government policy Strengths: Reading and writing complex accounting / computer systems Establish and maintain $11 M payroll budget Governmental agency-wide disciplinary officer Governmental agency-wide assistant grievance manager Established and enforce many agency-wide policies and rules Ghost writing books for community leaders Entrepreneur – graphic design/video editing/marketing

B.LS. Oklahoma University, Liberal Studies, (with Special Distinction) Norman, OK, July 2003

Entrepreneur/Owner - The Perfect Word Business Center. Significant Paralegal and Legal Word Processing experience at large corporate law firms in New Orleans, Dallas, Cincinnati, and Oklahoma City. Worked on cases as high as the US Supreme Court and Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals; in cases such as class-actions in asbestos and Phen-Fen; corporate bankruptcies and restructurings; contracts, policy writing and employee handbook drafting; trial and deposition analyst.

A.P.S. Oklahoma City Community College, Associates in Political Science Oklahoma City, OK, 1995 - 1997

Completed major class coursework in political science, but electives are pending

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PROFESSIONAL COMMUNICATION EXPERIENCE

Fall 2020 University of the Southwest, Hobbs, New Mexico Assistant Professor of Communication. Online instruction of communication and cultural studies to undergraduate and graduate students. Teaching historical, social, and rhetorical theories primarily through qualitative analysis; however, some quantitative methods are taught and deployed. Film making, on theoretical and practical levels are a large part of Dr. Roberts’ success as an online professor.

Fall 2018 University of Oklahoma, School of Social Work. Supervised Teaching Activity, Hybrid (online and in-class) Human Diversity and Societal Oppression. Teaching social theories and content analysis to first year graduate students. Invited to participate specifically because of knowledge in digital video classrooms and behavioral sciences. Instructor of one class; introduced essentials of theory-based assessments for oppressed and diverse peoples to three classes.

2018-Present Multiple Presentations in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma. Pro Se Defendant. Defense against illegal pipeline condemnation of familial properties. Established digital communication networks consisting of landowners, citizens, news agencies, and plaintiff; designed to communicate effectively with 400 defendants. Distribution of public relations materials including a video news magazine series delivered via social media to galvanize citizens and landowners. Halted the pipeline temporarily, enforcing adherence to all federal guidelines at every juncture (FERC).

2015-Present Victory Christian Leadership Academy, Eldoret, Kenya Online Instructor. Teaching international communication strategies to pastors and church administrators, and educational programs. Volunteer teaching and curriculum development of Communication Theory, Interpersonal, Intercultural, and International Communication. The goal is to establish an online College of Arts and Sciences that offers excellence in General Adult Education and Communication

2014-Present StudentCentral.tv. Founder/Executive Producer. A network with long-terms goals associated with producing short videos designed to help filmmakers create their authentic selves. Includes collaborations with Josphat Mamet (Eldoret, Kenya); Rohan Voo – The Fortissimo (London); Marlon Constance (Trinidad-Tobago); Josko Kebet (Nairobi); et al. Freelance filmmaker: Documentaries, advertisements, video live-streaming. Produce and edit videos. Digital media advertisement and branding.

2010 - 2011 University of Oklahoma, Visiting Instructor. African/African-American Studies, Film; Norman, OK.

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(Fall, Spring, and Summer Semesters). Critical analysis of 1990s Black Gangster Film: (1991), Juice (1992), Menace II Society (1993), (1991), Sugar Hill (1993).

2007-2015 Oklahoma Department of Corrections. Human Resources Management Specialist. Payroll Coordinator of a $3M monthly budget, paying over 800 employees. Administer payroll using PeopleSoft web-based computer network for employees located in the assigned regional offices, following standard accounting procedures and best practices. Maintain PeopleSoft human resources information system tie and leave recordkeeping. Assist with the testing and validation of payroll/HRMS information in the PeopleSoft system. Deliver new hire orientation for new employees and process new hire paperwork. Assist with employee off-boarding and separation paperwork. Ensure compliance with laws and regulations related to payroll and employment. Answer HR-related questions from employees and managers. Coordinate garnishments, longevity payments, federal tax levies. Maintain employee files and payroll records. Maintain data integrity in internal employee systems. Assist with other employee HR programs and events. Participate in other projects as assigned.

Mediation Specialist, and Progressive Disciplinary Manager, responsible for agency polices regarding bullying in the workplace, sexual harassment, discrimination. In accordance with established Act as customer service representative to assist employees, human resources representatives, etc. with all payroll questions Complete salary verifications, duplicate W-2 forms and reissue checks. Team leader on converting office to paperless society. Developed payroll system for getting earning statements out to various facilities via e-mail rather than courier. Identify causes of problems and finds the necessary resources, information and solutions to resolve problems. Developed agencies Going Green Initiative.

2006-2007 The Law Offices of Smith & D’Antonio. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Paralegal III. Conduct case management services. Legal research. Schedule appointments. Conduct interviews. Attend depositions, hearings and trials with trial counsel. Worked closely with trial lawyer in all areas of law. Draft contracts, settlement agreements, worksheets, court pleadings and correspondence. Written and verbal communication. Collect data for research of monthly and annual reports.

2004-2005 Phillips, McFall Law Firm. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Paralegal. Review and analyze medical records in a nationwide class action lawsuit. Develop discovery charts, spreadsheets, and case status reports. Request medical records from medical providers for further analysis. Research plaintiffs’ complete medical history. Establish, maintain, and finalize deposition notebooks. Compile statistical reports, statements, and summaries related to pay and benefits accounts, and submit them to appropriate departments. Conduct case management services.

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2001 - 2015 MyrnaRoberts.com. Owner. Design, develop and maintain company web page and client web sites. Conduct classroom training, workshops and seminars to increase knowledge and skills of employees in various subjects of tasks. Design and update training curriculum and write lesson plans. Conduct leadership development programs.

Design distance learning programs. Coordinate company training and organizational development programs. Provide marketing strategies and public relations advice to small businesses. Provide human resource management and information technology services. Help organizations improve business performance, primarily through thorough analysis of existing business programs and developing plans for improvement. Help organization to objectively gain “best practices” procedures. Help organizations develop employee handbooks, policies and procedures, keeping in mind federal and state laws. Collect data for research of monthly and annual reports. Help organizations to research and synthesize information from diverse sources. Plan, organize and direct company functions. Establish and maintain accounting procedures, fiscal reporting requirements, and budget work program. Analyze expenditures and other financial data; prepare operations reports, financial statements, schedules, and statistical data. Supervise accounting functions, supply functions, the development and design of printed materials and graphic designs.

1997-2001 The Perfect Word Business Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Owner, Consultant, Graphic Designer, Web Designer. Plan, organize & direct company functions Ensured full-time coverage of phone, front desk & receptionist Manage company training & employee development Conduct classroom training, workshops & seminars for client companies. Conduct leadership development programs Coordinate company training & organizational development programs. Establish & maintain accounting procedures, fiscal reporting requirements, and budget; Analyze expenditures & financial data; Prepare operations reports, financial statements Conduct inventories and maintain records of company property; Sign checks and vouchers concerning payroll, purchase orders, travel expenses, vendor claims and other expenditures. Establish & maintain a system of employee personnel records Establish & enforce procedures and policies Established & maintained professional relationship with major corporate venders Manage contracts with service providers. Assign and review work, ensuring completion of assigned activities. Analyze, articulate, structure & plan all corporate policies, marketing, sales, projects, production & HR Recruit, interview, select, train, & manage seven employees Initiate, follow- up and completed all disciplinary actions. Manage & facilitate sales and services of copy center/computer lab open to the public. Train customers, clients and employees in computer literacy. Design, establish and maintain computer network system, connecting several workstations and printers/copiers which included Xerox Docutech and DocuColor with Fiery Technology. Establish and maintain client files & computerized digital files. Design, develop & maintain company web page. Supervise store operations and similar business activities. Supervise accounting functions and staff and maintain accounting records. Supervise supply activities; schedule repair, maintenance or alteration of building and equipment. Supervise graphic designers, sales associates, receptionist pg. 5

1993-1997 Abowitz & Rhodes Law Firm, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Legal Assistant: Legal research. Prepares and drafts legal documents for filing with appropriate entities and necessary correspondence. Performs administrative duties including basic research, filing, mailings, retrieving credit reports, telephone communication. Conducts legal research for issues as assigned by attorneys using periodicals, law library, public records, and offices. Maintains and updates the computer database. Prepares closing binders. Fast pace. Heavy typing

1987-1992 Andrews & Kurth Law Firm, Dallas, Texas Legal Word Processor and Help Desk. Day and night word processor and helpdesk call center. Prepared all graphs and charts for court proceedings. Prepared drafts legal documents for filing with appropriate entities and necessary correspondence. Maintains and updates the computer database. Prepares closing binders. Fast pace. Heavy typing.

1985—1987 Stone, Pigman Law Firm, New Orleans, Louisiana Legal Word Processor and Help Desk. Started as night word processor and worked simultaneously with Attorney General’s Office. Prepared all graphs and charts for court proceedings. Prepared drafts legal documents for filing with appropriate entities and necessary correspondence. Maintains and updates the computer database. Prepares closing binders. Fast pace. Heavy typing.

1983—1986 Louisiana Attorney General, New Orleans, LA. Legal Secretary and Office Manager. Responsible for order supplies, duty assignments, and budgetary implementations. Worked on cases extending to the United States Supreme Court: Major v. Lousiana. Legal research. Prepares and drafts legal documents for filing with appropriate entities and necessary correspondence. Performs administrative duties including basic research, filing, mailings, retrieving credit reports, telephone communication. Conducts legal research for issues as assigned by attorneys using periodicals, law library, public records, and offices. Maintains and updates the computer database. Prepares closing binders. Fast pace. Heavy typing

United States Army Reserve, New Orleans, Louisiana Sergeant: Legal Specialist, Judge Advocate General Corp. Honorably Discharged as a Sergeant (E-5) from the United States Army after having served in New Orleans, Louisiana. Record quasi-verbatim testimony in military court martials (the only record of conversations and events happening in trial). Paralegal support to unit commanders and the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate. Provide legal documents in courts-martial, Article 15 actions and other military justice matters. Review line of duty determinations, AR 15-6 investigations, separation board proceedings, and other administrative law matters. Assistance in family law such as power of attorney, wills, and separation decrees.

1979-1982 United States Army — Europe S2 Security Specialist, Telecommunications Center Specialist.

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The S2 section manages all security clearance issues for the unit's personnel. Other duties of the S2 include intelligence oversight and physical security. Telecommunications Center Specialist. Performing operations and maintenance of tactical and strategic telecommunications centers and automated message switches; trained unit personal to enforce policy and procedures for facility management; training and security programs to ensure Soldier proficiency and career development; ensure compliance with directives and policies on operations security, signal security, communications security and physical security; prepared correspondence and records pertaining to system Signal operations; worked in conjunction with COMSEC material custodian in accordance with regulations and orders; recommend policies, procedures, standards and conventions; establish and operate the printing and duplication control program; supervise and implement classified document control policies, procedures, standards and inspections; coordinate and provide guidance on printing and publication account procedures, processes and regulatory requirements; brief staff and operations personnel on telecommunications matters; provides technical and tactical advice to command and staff concerning all aspects of information processing system operations, maintenance, and logistical support; conducts briefings on the status, relationship, and interface of information processing systems within assigned area of interest; prepares reports, correspondence, and records pertaining to multi-functional/multi-user information processing systems; conducts technical inspections; Supervise small groups as project manager

Honorably Discharged from Karlsruhe, Germany. Distinguished service record with several awards and recognitions. Achieved highest standards in United States Army Reserve. Secret Nato Atomal Security Clearance.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS AND SERVICE

2017-present Co-Host/Facilitator. Provide private 5-day qualitative analysis summits in AirB&B environment with social psychologist husband who is also PhD. The service is for researchers attaining statistical agreement between recorders of qualitative information.

2015–present National Communication Association, Member.

2014-present Certified Mediator/Negotiator (volunteer dispute mediation). Oklahoma Supreme Court/Oklahoma Merit Protection Commission. Particularly instrumental in mediations that require analyzing allegations in the workplace associated with micro-aggressions relative to discrimination, sexual harassment, and bullying in the workplace. Strong reliance on theory-based model designed using Johan Galtung’s concepts on Peace Studies.

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2011-2017 Director of Communications. Prevailing Church, Oklahoma City, OK. Produced weekly announcements in video format; videoed weekly events with duel camera system for publication on social media, YouTube, and Vimeo. Interfaced and uploaded all video, text, and graphics in creating and maintaining website. Responsible for all written communication, including signage outside and inside the facility, all public relations, communication problem-solving, and decision- making.

WEB ANALYTICS

YouTube 22,825 videos viewed 83 subscribers MyrnaRoberts.com 18,952 website visits for the past 12 months Tatums.us 19,097 website visits for the past 12 months StudioCentral.tv 5151 website visits for the past 12 months

HUMANITIES VOCATIONS

Classically trained from primary school in fine and performing arts. Advanced training in the Italian and Harlem Renaissances; in the classics of music, rhetoric, art, military strategies, Western European History, English Literature, and the Holy Bible. Extensive specialties in United States Army (S2) military intelligence, telecommunications, and JAG; remote tactical communication support, personal armament, self-defense.

Travelled extensively throughout the United States, and 1981 Karlsruhe, Germany; Innsbruck, Austria; Brussels, Belgium; 1994 Montego Bay, Jamaica 1999 Duncans Bay, Jamaica 2004 Nassau, The Bahamas 2006 Nairobi, Mount Kenya, and Rift Valley, Kenya 2016 Frankfort and Kaiserslautern, Germany; Paris, France; and Amsterdam, The Netherlands 2017 London and Oxford, England

SELF PUBLICATIONS

2007 A Little Slice of Heaven: An Anthology of African-American Folklore. This is a colorful anthology of literary marvels. It is an African American gift to the world. A mix of culture and academia with a healing power. Good for mental health therapist and everyday folks.

1986, 1997 The Guardian: A Demonstration of How God Reaches Out to All His Children; Even The Rowdy Ones. This INTRIGUING book is a true account of one

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woman’s encounter with God one night during a highway tragedy. An excellent read for those with unfinished motality business.

2001 A Journey of Grief: An Old Negro Story -- Melody and Medley of Grief (A Universal Guide for Healthy Grieving). The ideas expressed herein can be helpful to people of all races, religions, cultures or ethnicities.

2000 They Ain't Richer Than Us: For African-American Christians Only. It is written in the Ebonics vernacular. A whole different approach to an age-old problem.

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REFERENCES

Dr. Amanda Jo Ratcliff Dr. Kent Willis PO Box 79, Director of Institutional Research Troup Texas 75789 University of Texas Health Sciences Instructor of Communication at the University of Center at Texas at Tyler Tyler, Texas Communications Professor at Tyler Junior (936) 544,6273 College [email protected] (903) 714-5383 [email protected]

Renea Butler-King, ABD Pastor Josphat Mamet Instructor of School of Social Work Director of Admissions and Curriculum at University of Oklahoma Victory Christian Technical Institute (405) 412-8912 Pastor of Gethsemane Christian Church [email protected] Eldoret, Kenya [email protected] http://vcti.website/index.html

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