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Curriculum Vitae
Jim Towns, Ph.D.
Regents Professor
Department of Communication & Contemporary Culture
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, Texas
Mail: Box 4635, Nacogdoches, TX 75962-4635
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 936-468-1084 Office
EDUCATION
Ph.D., Southern Illinois University, 1970
M.A., Southern Illinois University, 1966
B.A., Hardin Simmons University, 1965
ACADEMIC EMPLOYMENT
Stephen F. Austin State University, Professor, 1970-Present
Southern Illinois University, NDEA Fellow, 1969-70
Southern Illinois University, Teaching Assistant, 1968-69
Stephen F. Austin State University, Instructor, 1966-68
Southern Illinois University, Teaching Assistant, 1965-66
HONORS
The Jim Towns Mentoring Professorship established 2011
Applied Arts and Sciences Teaching Excellence Award, 2002
Distinguished Alumni Award, Hardin Simmons University, 1999
Outstanding People of the 20th Century, 1999
Who’s Who in Media and Communication, 1997
Distinguished Professor, 1996
Regents Professor, 1994
International Men of Year, 1992
International Who’s Who of Intellectuals, 1992
Twentieth Century Award for Achievement, 1992
Texas Humanities Scholars, 1985
Who’s Who in Religion, 1984
Outstanding Young Men of America, 1972
Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities, 1963
PUBLICATIONS
Books
Towns, J. (2011). Reverse Mentoring. Nacogdoches, TX: Stephen F. Austin State University
Press.
Towns, J. (2007). Health Care Communication: An interpersonal approach to living and dying.
Washington, D. C: Xulon Press.
Towns, J. (2006). Reverse Mentoring: Critical journeys of the soul. Washington D.C: Xulon
Press.
Towns, J. (2006). Single and Satisfied. Baltimore, MD: Publish America Press.
Towns, J. (2006). Reverse Mentoring: Transformed lives, Washington, D.C: Xulon Press,
Towns, J. (2004). Resolving Grief: Strategies for coping with loss, Washington, D.C: Xulon
Press.
Towns, J. (1992). Challenge and Change in Single Life. Nashville, TN: Broadman Press.
Towns, J. (1990). Single Space. Tulsa, OK: Honor Books.
Towns, J. (1987). A Family Guide to Death and Dying. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale Publishers.
Towns, J. (1984). Growing Through Grief: Coping with loss, Anderson, IN: Warner Press.
Towns, J. (1984). Singles Alive! New Orleans, LA: Pelican Press.
Towns, J. (1981). Life: Joy in Being - Communication study in self-esteem,. Nashville, TN:
Broadman/Convention Press.
Towns, J. (1978). The Social Conscience of W.A. Criswell: A rhetorical study of speeches.
Dallas, TX: Crescendo Press.
Towns, J. (1977). One is Not a Lonely Number: Communicating with single adults. Dallas, TX:
Crescendo Press.
Towns, J. (1975). Faith Stronger Than Death: How to communicate effectively with a person in
grief. Anderson, In: Warner Press.
Books Translated
Towns, J. (1983). Alleen en Gelukkig. Johannesburg, South Africa, CUM LTD Publishers.
Books Edited
Towns, J. (1980). Solo Flight: Communicating Perspective on Single Life. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale
Press, 1980.
Chapters in Books
Towns, J. (2005). “Success”. In L. King and T. Spradley, T. (Eds.), Speaking Out: A Collection
of Activities and Exercises. Fourth Edition, New York: McGraw Hill.
Towns, J. (2004). In Speaking Out: A Collection of Activities and Exercises. L. King, and T.
Spradley (Eds.) Third Edition, New York: McGraw Hill.
Towns, J. (1998). "Self-Esteem." Ch. 16, In Singles Handbook. Doug Fagerstrom (Ed.)
Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
Towns, J. (1988). "Guiding Personal Growth." Ch. 21, In Singles Handbook. Doug Fagerstrom,
(Ed) Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
Towns, J. (1988). "Counseling Irregular (Dominant and Dependent) Singles." Ch. 29, In Singles
Handbook. Doug Fagerstrom (Ed.) Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
Towns, J. (1985). "Contemporary Single Adults." In Heritage Perspectives. Charlotte: Heritage
Press.
Journal Articles
Towns, J. (1992, Summer). "Coping With Challenge and Change." Thanatos. Vol. 17, No. 2.
Towns, J. (1992, July). "Profile of Single Adult Communication." Single. Vol. 14, No. 7.
Towns, J. (1990, March). "Personality Factors and the Communication Process." Southwest
Region Business Communication.
Towns, J. (1988, Spring). "Coping With Death, Anxiety, and Fears." Thanatos. Vol. 13, No. 1.
Towns, J. (1987, March). ''A Realistic Approach to Illness, Death, Dying and Grief." Senior
Gazette. Vol. 3, No. 2.
Towns, J. (1987, Spring). "Dealing With the Death of a Pet." Thanatos. Vol. 11, No. 1.
Towns, J. (1986, March). ''The Price You Pay for Teaching/Counseling in the Area of Death and
Dying." The Pine Needle. Vol. 2, No. 1.
Towns, J. (1985, July). "A New Beginning: Steps to Healing After the Death of a Spouse."
Christian Life. Vol. 37, No. 3.
Towns, J. (1985, Summer). ''Relating to Grieving: What You Do Speaks Louder Than What You
Say." Thanatos. Vol. 10, No. 2.
Towns, J. (1984, Fall). "What Resident Hall Staff Need to Know About Dealing With Death."
National Association of Student Personnel Administration Journal. Vol. 22, No. 2.
Towns, J. (1983). "Self: Becoming A Winner.'' Single. Vol. 5, No. 5.
Towns, J. (1983, Spring). "What To Do When He/She No Longer Loves You." Solo.
Towns, J. (1981, June). ''Profiles." Solo. Vol. 5, No. 2.
"Contemporary Single Adults." Heritage Perspectives , 1982.
Towns, J. (1981, April). "People." Single. Vol. 3, No. 1.
Towns, J. (1981, January). ''The New Frontier: Single Adults." Life's Answers Journal. Vol. 8,
No. 10.
Towns, J. (1980, Fall). "The Educator: A Potential Source of Help.'' Thanatos. Vol. 5, No. 4.
Towns, J. (1980, June). "Helping Through Interpersonal Counseling." Single. Vol. 2, No. 3.
Towns, J. (1980, April). "Communicating Help Through Counseling." Single. Vol. 2, No. 1.
Towns, J. (1980, February). ''Single Adults in the Work-a-Day-World." Single. Vol. 1, No. 1.
Towns, J. (1980). ''Help!" Single's Journal. Vol. 2, No. 2.
Towns, J. (1980). 'The Nurse's Role in Understanding and Communicating With a Person in
Sorrow." Nursing Forum. Vol. 19, No. 3.
Towns, J. (1979, June)."Reflections: Intrapersonal Communication." Single. Vol. 1, No. 3.
Towns, J. (1979, April). "Intrapersonal Communication: Aloneness Versus Loneliness." Journal
of Single Adults. Vol. 1, No. 1.
Towns, J. (Spring, 1977). `'Communicating Understanding Concerning the Gift of Singleness."
Seek.
Towns, J. (1976, August). "A Single Adult's Battle With Aloneness Versus Loneliness.'' Singles
Journal. Vol. 2, No. 5.
Towns, J. (1976, May). "Communicating Help to the Sorrowing." Journal of Ministry. Vol. 7,
No. 3.
Towns, J. (1976, June). "The Funeral Directors Communicate With Families." The Florida
Funeral Director. Vol. 32, No. 3.
Towns, J. (1976), How to Communicate With Children About Death. Thanatos. Vol. 1, No. 3.
Towns, J. (1976). The Funeral Director's Role in Helping Families Understand Normal Grief.
The Florida Funeral Director. Vol. 42, No. 2.
Towns, J. (1976). Communicating Logical Reasons Why Death and Tragedy Happen. The
Clergy Journal. Vol. 52, No. 3.
Convention Papers
Towns, J. (2010, November). Resolving Grief: Bridging to the Future. Panel presented at the
Annual Conference of the National Communication Association, San Francisco, CA,
Towns, J. (2010, November). Building Bridges or Breaking Down Walls: The Battle Over
Religion in Public School Textbooks. Panel: The Religious Right Textbook Challenge: Holy or
Holey? Panel presented to the annual conference of the National Religious Communication
Association, San Francisco, CA.
Towns, J. (2010, May). Soaring to Success: Nonverbal Factors in Presenting Oneself. Keynote
presented to the annual conference of the Junior Chamber Leadership, Center TX.
Towns, J. (2010, April). What’s Old is New Again: Retro Dr Pepper Designs for Containers.
Panel presented to the annual meeting of the Popular Culture Association/American Culture
Association, St Louis, MO.
Towns, J. (2010, April). Collecting and Collectibles: Collecting Objects. Chaired session at the
annual conference of the Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association, St. Louis,
MO.
Towns, J. and Spradley, T. (2010, April). Teachability in Leading: A Narration Analysis of
Reverse Mentoring as Reflective Moments of coping in Personal Crisis. Panel presented to the
annual conference of the Southern States Communication Association, Memphis TN.
Towns, J. (2010, April). Dying to Live: A Theoretical Model of Identity Suicide. Panel presented
at the annual conference of the Southern States Communication Association, Memphis, TN.
Towns, J. (2009, November). The Ambiguity of Lincoln’s Faith: Being Spiritual Rather than
Religious. Panel presentation at the annual conference of the National Communication
Association, Chicago IL.
Towns, J. (2009, October). Resolving Loss: The Normal Grief Process. Panel presented to the
annual conference of the Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities, Longview, TX.
Towns, J. (2009, October). The Power of Self: Perception Leads the Way. Panel presented to the
annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association Conference, Dallas, TX.
Towns, J. (2009, October). Attendance Policy: To Be or Not to Be. Panel presentation the annual
conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association, Dallas, TX.
Towns, J. (2009, June). The Role of Nonverbal communication in Caring for the Ill. Panel
presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services,
Texarkana, TX.
Towns, J. (2009, April). Collecting Obituaries: A Lively Look at Popular Culture. Panel
presentation at the annual meeting of the Popular Culture Association/American Culture
Association, New Orleans, LA.
Towns, J. (2009, April), Surviving Katrina, Rita, and Ike: A Discussion on Interpersonal,
Intercultural, Organizational, and Media Responses in Natural Disasters. Panel presented at the
annual meeting of the Southern States Communication Association, Norfolk, VA.
Towns, J. (2008, December). Resolving Grief. Panel presentation at the annual conference of
the Texas Agency on Aging and Disabilities Conference, Tyler, TX).
Towns, J. (2008, November). No Farwell for Falwell: The Legacy Continues to Live. Panel
presented at the annual meeting of the National Communication Association, San Diego, CA.
Towns, J. (2008, October). Electronic Posting of Grades: Employing webct/blackboard for
classes. Panel presentation to the annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication
Association, Corpus Christi, TX.
Towns, J. (2008, October). Grading Objectively in a Subjective Assignment. Panel presentation
to the annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association, Corpus Christi, TX.
Towns, J. (2008, October). Remaining Vital as a Tenured/Senior Faculty Member. Panel
presentation at the annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association, Corpus
Christi, TX.
Towns, J. (2008, October). The Vital Role of Positive Influences on Faculty. Presentation at the
annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association, Corpus Christi, TX.
Towns, J. (2008, April). Strategies for Assisting Students on University Campuses When Death
Occurs. Panel presentation at the annual conference of the Southern States Communication
Association, Savannah, GA.
Towns, J. (2008, April), Strategies for Becoming an Effective Visitor Caring for the Ill. Panel
presentation at the annual meeting of the Western Social Science Association, Denver, CO.
Towns, J. (2008, April). Building Theoretical Bridges to Understanding Grief from a colleague.
Panel presentation at the annual conference of the Southern States Communication Association,
Savannah, GA.
Towns, J. (2007, October). Health Care Communication: An Interpersonal Approach to Living
and Dying. Presentation for the annual conference of the Division of Aging of Texas, Longview,
TX.
Towns, J. (2007, October). Gender Differences in Listening. Panel presentation at the annual
conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association, San Antonio, TX.
Towns, J. (2007, September). Victoria Osteen Has No Secrets in Public Behavior. Panel
presentation at the annual conference of the Popular Culture Association of America,
Jacksonville, FL.
Towns, J. (2007, May). Getting Over Life’s Trials. Presentation at the annual conference of
single adults at Lifeway Conference Center, Santa Fe, NM.
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Towns, J. E. (2007, May). Training Health Care Workers in Area of Grief Resolution.
Presentation to the annual conference of the Cabrini Health Care Systems, Alexandria, LA.
Towns, J. (2007, April). Perspectives in Communication. Panel presentation at the annual
conference of the Western Social Science Association, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
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Towns, J. (2007, April). Transitional Communication. Panel presentation at the annual
conference of the Western Social Science Association, Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Towns, J. (2007, April). Normal Grief Versus Suicide Grief: A Comparison of Recovery Process.
Panel presentation at the annual conference of the Western Social Science Association, Calgary,
Alberta, Canada.
Towns, J. (2007, April). The Pepperization of America. Panel presentation at the annual
conference of the Popular Culture Association of America, Boston, MA.
Towns, J. (2006, October). The Rise of Incivility: Establishing Respectful Communication. Panel
presentation at the annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication Association,
Amarillo, TX.
Towns, J. (2006, October). Mixed Celebrations: The Meaning of the Alamo Revisited. Panel
presentation at the annual conference of the Popular Culture Association/American Culture
Association, Savannah, GA
Towns, J. (2006, October) Mixed Celebrations: The Alamo Revisited. Popular Culture
Association of South, Savannah, Georgia
Towns, J. (2006, October) “Soda Pop: Pop Culture of the South.” Popular Culture Association of
South, Savannah, Georgia
Towns, J. (2006, October) Chair/coordinator for panel entitled, “From Accountability to Reality:
The Journey from Theory to Application.” Presented to Texas Speech Communication
Association, Galveston, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, October) "The Rise of Incivility: Establishing Respectful Communication."
Presented to Texas Speech Communication Association, Amarillo, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, September) “Equilibrium in Daily Living: Life Quotients Formula for
Balance.” Presented lecture at Lifeway Conference Center, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Towns, J. (2006, September). Resolving Grief: Strategies for Coping With Loss. Presentation at
the annual meeting of the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, Longview, TX.
Towns, J. (2006, September) "Strategies for Coping With Loss." Presented to Texas Department
of Aging and Disability Services, Longview, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, September) “Resolving Grief” The Agency on Aging, Longview, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, April). Soda Pop: Pop Culture of the South. Panel presentation at the annual
conference of the Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association, Savannah, GA.
Towns, J.( 2006, April) “The Trademarks and Slogans of Dr Pepper: A Journey in History.”
Presented to Popular Culture Association Conference, Atlanta, Georgia
Towns, J. (2006, April) “Strategies for Communicating with Children about Death and Grief.”
Paper presented to Western Social Science Association, Phoenix, Arizona
Towns, J. (2006, April) “The Trademarks and Slogans of Dr Pepper: A journey in History.”
Paper presented at Popular Culture Association, Atlanta Georgia
Towns, J. (2006, April) “Grieving Losses Incurred When Natural Disaster Strikes.” Paper
presented at Southern States Communication Association, Dallas, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, April) “Grieving Losses Incurred When Natural Disaster Strikes.” Presented to
Southern States Communication Association, Dallas, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, April) “George W. Bush: A Legacy of Faith.” Presented to Southern States
Association Conference, Dallas, Texas
Towns, J. (2006, April) “Presidential Rhetoric in Inaugurals and Legacies: George W. Bush—A
Legacy of Faith.” Paper presented to Southern Speech Communication Association of America,
Dallas, Texas
Towns, J. (2005, October) “From Accountability to Reality: Journey from Theory to
Application--Interpersonal Communication From Head to Heart.” Paper presented to Texas
Speech Communication Association Convention, Galveston, Texas
Towns, J. (2005, October). From Accountability to Reality: The Journey from Theory to
Application. Presentation at the annual conference of the Texas Speech Communication
Association, Galveston, TX.
Towns, J. (2005, October). Intrapersonal: From Head to Heart. Panel presentation at the annual
conference of the Texas Speech Association Convention, Galveston, TX.
Towns, J. (2005, September). Equilibrium in Daily Living: Life Quotients Formula for Balance.
Presentation at the annual single adult conference at the Lifeway Conference Center, Santa Fe,
N.M..
Towns, J. (2005, September ) “Singles Alive.” Presented to LifeWay Conference Center, Santa
Fe, New Mexico
Towns, J. (2005, April) “Empty Caskets : Anticipatory/Pre-grief Survivors Experience Prior to
Loss.” Paper presented to Western Social Science Association Convention, Albuquerque, New
Mexico
Towns, J. (2005, March) “Dr Pepper Collectors Greatest Find : To Catch a Thief—Bottle.”
Popular Culture Association / American Culture Association Conference, San Diego, California
Towns, J. (2004, October) “Reverse Mentoring—Teaching the Teacher” Paper presented at the
meeting of Texas Speech Communication Association Convention, Dallas, Texas
Towns, J. (2004, October) “From Accountability to Reality: The Journey from Theory to
Application - Intrapersonal: From Head to Heart.” Texas Speech Communication Association
Convention, Galveston, Texas
Towns, J. (2004, September) “Grief Rituals in East Texas: The Final Performance” A paper
presented to the Popular Culture of South Convention, New Orleans, LA.
Towns, J. (2004, April) “Grief in the Columbia Tragedy: A Look at the Grief Process Among
Shuttle Recovery Workers.” Paper presented at the meeting of Southern States Communication
Association Convention, Tampa, Florida
Towns, J. (2004, April) “A Comparative Analysis of the Relationship Between Personality
Temperament and Leadership Styles.” Paper presented at Western Social Science Association
Convention, Salt Lake City, Utah
Towns, J. (2004, April) “I’m a Pepper: The History of Collecting Dr Pepper Memorabilia.”
Paper presented at the meeting of Popular Culture Association Convention, San Antonio, Texas
Towns, J. (2003, October) “Implementing Crisis Communication into the Curriculum.” Texas
Speech Communication Association Convention, Corpus Christi, Texas
Towns, J. (2003, April) “Left Behind: The Grief of Surviving Family Members and Friends of
Loved Ones Who Died By Suicide.” Western Social Science Association Convention, Las
Vegas, Nevada
Towns, J. (2002, October) “Wouldn’t You Like to be a Pepper Too?: A Cultural Analysis of the
Social Values Presented in Dr Pepper Advertising.” Popular Culture Association Convention,
Charlotte, N. C.
Towns, J. (2002, October) “The ‘Personal Politics’ of Personality Temperament in
Communication Strategies.” Texas Speech Communication Association Convention, San
Antonio, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, October) “Understanding the Normal Grief Process for Survivors.” Texas
Speech Communication Association Convention, San Antonio, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, October) “The Politics of Personality Temperament in Communication
Strategies.” Texas Speech Communication Association Convention, San Antonio, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, October) “Crisis Communication: Identification, Intervention and Resolution.”
Texas Speech Communication Association Convention, San Antonio, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, April) "Understanding and Supporting Caregivers." Western Social Science
Association Convention, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Towns, J. (2002, April) "Listening: Strategy for Becoming One Nation Community."
Multicultural Studies Conference, Nacogdoches, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, March) "Super Heroes of Leadership." Keynote at Texas State Convention of
Resident Hall Associations, Nacogdoches, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, March) “The History of Dr. Pepper Wooden Carriers.” The Dr. Pepper
Bottling Company Convention, Dallas, Texas
Towns, J. (2002, March) "The History of Cardboard Carrier Artifacts of Dr Pepper." The Dr
Pepper Company Convention, Waco, Texas
Towns, J. (2001, October) "The Odyssey of Self Discovery: When Theory Becomes Practical
Application." Texas Speech Communication Association Convention, El Paso, Texas
Towns, J. (2001, September) "Tomorrow's Leaders - Today's Scholarship." Lecture Series
presented at Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene, Texas
Towns, J. (2001, April) "A Comprehensive Model For Processing Losses in Life Situations."
The Burke Center and NAMI Center of East Texas, Mission Possible Conference
Towns, J. (2001, April) "Health Concerns in Everyday Life: Guidelines to Assist With Stress
Control." Western Social Science Association Convention, Reno, Nevada
Towns, J. (2001, March) "The History of Dr. Pepper Metal Six Pack Carriers." The Dr. Pepper
Bottling Company Convention, Waco, Texas
Towns, J. (2001, February) "Teaching Medical Doctors to Share In Patients Grief Process."
Angelina Medical Association Convention, Lufkin, Texas
Towns, J. (2000, October) "Making Interpersonal Communication Theories Memorable Through
Experimental Classroom Activities." Texas Speech Communication Association Convention,
Houston, Texas
CONSULTING 2000 - Present
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1991
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1989
Businesses
Churches
Civic Organizations
Funeral Industry
Lecture on Communication Theory. Series of lectures presented in Russia.
Viluius University.
A Child's View of Grief. Service Corporation International, Houston, Texas
Working Through Your Grief: Picking Up the Pieces. Service Corporation
International, Houston, TX.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
1998 – Present
1998 – Present
1990 – Present
1990 – Present
1990 – Present
1980 – Present
1966 – Present
Popular Culture Association of the South
Texas Association of College Teachers
National Communication Association
Southern States Communication Association
Popular Culture Association/American Culture Association
Western Social Science Association
Texas Speech Communication Association
VIDEO RESOURCES
Towns J. (1992). "Successful Single Living: Stress and Security." B.S.S. Board Family
Resources, Nashville, TN.
Towns, J. (1989). “Growing Through Grief”. B.S.S. Board Family Resources, Nashville, TN.
Towns, J. (1985). “Alone But Not Lonely”. Video Dynamics, Jackson, MS.
SERVICE AND COMMITTEES
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Student Conduct Board
Showcase Saturday
Graduate School, Stephen F. Austin State University
Lufkin High School Recruitment, Lufkin, Texas, Advisor
Complimentary Book Presentation, Service to grieving employees
Beta Upsilon Chi, Advisor
Communication 170 Core Course Assessment Committee
Communication Studies Review
Tenure Committee, Member
Showcase Saturday, Advisor
Promotion Committee for rank of Professor Committee, Member
Selection Committee for Instructor, Department of Communication
Communication Studies Committees, revise policy and curriculum
Department of Communication Lecture Series, Guest Speaker
Gift of microwave oven to Communication Studies
Tenure Committee for Department and College
Jacksonville Middle School Speech Program, Jacksonville, Texas, Reviewer
Search Committee for Chair of Department of Communication
Search Committee for Lecturer in Department of Communication
Faculty Honors Council, School of Honors
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Selection Committee for Assistant Professor, Department of Communication
Regents Professor Committee to Revise Criteria
Emeritus Professor Committee to Revise Criteria
Selection Committee for Assistant Professor, Department of Communication
Faculty Honors Council, School of Honors
Selection Committee for Chair of Department of Communication
Selection Committee for Dean of College of Liberal and Applied Arts
Selection Committee for Instructor in Department of Communication
Regents Professor Committee to Revise Criteria
Emeritus Professor Committee to Revise Criteria
Faculty Research Grant Committee
Regents Professor Committee to Revise Criteria
Emeritus Professor Committee to Revise Criteria
Faculty Research Grant Committee
Mission Statement Task Force
Governing Ideas Task Force
Governing Ideas Task Force
Department of Political Science Department Chair Search
Share the Legacy Campaign
Retirement Reception Committee
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Ten Year Review
Share the Legacy Campaign
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Ten Year Review
Regents Professor Selection Committee
Distinguished Professor Selection Committee
Accelerated Degree Committee
United Way Committee Chairman
Teacher Education Council
Presidential Inaugural Committee
Department of Communication Chair Search Committee
Accelerated Degree Committee
Graduate Council Constitution Committee
Teacher Excellence Grants Screening Committee
Department of Speech Chair Search Committee
Select Scholarship Students Committee
Director of Speech Graduate Student Curriculum
Fine Arts Council
Department of Communication Chair Search Committee
Theta Chi Fraternity Advisor
Student Government Faculty, Advisor
Campus Crusade Faculty, Advisor
University Fiftieth Anniversary Celebration Committee
Baptist Student Union Faculty Advisor
Fine Arts Review Committees
Graduate Faculty
Student Organizational Review Board
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Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Ten year Review
Library Committee
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