Her research focuses on traditional arts by using audio/ video recording, and photography to document throughout areas of the United States. She is also examining the impact of study abroad on the lives of first generation college students.
Biographical Profile
College
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Art
Tenure Status
Tenured
International Activity
International Activities
Yes
Type of Activity
Research
Countries
Kenya
Description
Traveled for a site visit in preparation for a study abroad course for students.
Update: Student travel did not take place due to the Covid19 Pandemic.
Institutional Focus Areas
Arts and Humanities
Extended Residence in Foreign Country
No
Speaks Non-English Language
No
Interest Background
Do you include students in your research?
Undergraduates and Graduates
Interest Keywords
Multicultural, art, education Disability, studies Traditional, folk arts
Institutional Focus Areas
Arts and Humanities
Personal Focus Areas
Multicultural art education, Traditional Arts, Interdisciplinary Instruction
Professional Preparation(Education & Training)
Dates
Institution
Location
Degree
Field of Study
1997
Florida State University
Doctorate
Art Education
1985
University of North Carolina- Greensboro
Masters, Art Education
Art Education
1979
Winston Salem State University
Bachelors of Art
Studio Art
Memberships & Professional Activities
Dates
Type
Description
Institution/Entity
01/1990
Membership
Art Education
National Art Education Association
08/1996
Membership
Art Education
South Carolina Art Education Association
01/2021
Membership
international professional network (field of folklore)
American Folklore Society
Positions & Appointments
Dates
Description
Institution/Entity
1996
Visiting Assistant Professor, Art Education
University of South Carolina
1997
Assistant Professor Art Education
University of South Carolina
2003
Associate Professor, Art Education
University of South Carolina
2017
Professor, Art Education
University of South Carolina
Art Teacher, Perkins Center for the Arts and International Studies, Pinellas County Schools
Art Teacher, Pine Grove Elementary, Palm Beach County Schools
Recognition Awards, Honors, & Fellowships
Dates
Type
Description
Foundation/Entity
2002
Award
Mary J. Rouse Art Education Award, Women's Caucus NAEA, Scholarship
2003
Award
Black Faculty Scholarship/Teaching Award, Black Faculty USC, Teaching Scholarship
2005
Award
Outstanding Art Educator in Higher Education, National Art Education, Scholarly
2008
Award
Council of Negro Women, Columbia, SC, service
2009
Award
The MacArthur Goodwin Award, Columbia Museum of Art, Columbia, SC service
2020
Award
USC Educational Foundation Outstanding Service Award
University of South Carolina
2020
Award
Outstanding Art Educator in Higher Education, (SCAEA), South Carolina Art Education, Teaching Scholarship and Service
2020
Award
USC Educational Foundation Outstanding Service Award
University of South Carolina
2024
Award
South Carolina Art Education Association Lifetime Achievement Award
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