Communication/Performance Studies/ Education

Curriculum Vitae


Diane Howard, Ph.D.

Box 8012
Department of Communication & Media Studies
College of Humanities
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, Texas 76513
(254) 295-4685  

EDUCATION

1965-1969- University of Oregon - B. A. English, Secondary Teaching Credentials

1982- University of Louisville - Instructional Technology

1983-1987- University of Washington- M. Ed. Curriculum & Instruction, Gifted Education

1991-1996- University of Texas, Austin- Ph.D. Curriculum & Instruction, Communication

1998- Texas A & M Center for Distance Learning Research - Admin. Certification, Distance Ed.

1998-present- Post-graduate, faculty training in computer information technology; computer-mediated,
distance communication, presentation, performance; videoconferencing, videostreaming, webcasting,
website design/maintenance; online graduate course writing, instruction, facilitation, faculty mentoring, grading,
grade book management, Blackboard, Meta College, Learning Management Systems (LMS), e-portfolios; CD Rom design

2003 to present- Post-graduate performance studies training in Austin, TX: Acting for the Camera, Two Chairs Studio; Auditioning for Commercials & Career Development- Casting Works, L.A.; Voice Acting, Commercials,
Animations, Narrations- Voice Works; Voice-Over Acting- Alleywood Studio; Film Production- Reel Women

RECENT HONORS

1990- Sears-Roebuck Award for Teaching Excellence & Campus Leadership, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

1997- Tenured, UMHB

2000- Piper Professor Designee, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

2000- Professional Summer Development Leave Award Grant, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor  

2001- Professional Summer Development Leave Award Grant, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor  

2001- Full Professor, UMHB

2002- Professional Summer Development Leave Award Grant, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor  

2003- UMHB Performance Award

2008- Professional Summer Development Leave Award Grant, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor  

2008- Business Associate of the Year, Bell Chapter, American Business Women's Association

2000- present- National & International Who's Who Directories: American Scholars; Contemporary Authors;
Professional & Business Women; Professional & Executive Women, Women of Excellence; Women American Education; Women in Education; American Women;  Executives & Professionals; Executives, Professionals, Entrepreneurs;
Professional Female of the Year in Communication & Media Studies

RECENT COLLEGE TEACHING EXPERIENCE

1989 (summer)- Kansas State University, Kansas; Educational Theater 

1988- present- University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Texas; Professor of Communication, Performance Studies

RECENT RESEARCH

1991- 1996-     The Relationship of Internal Locus of Control and Female Role Models in Female College Students

1997-present-   The Relationship of Role Models Via Videoconference Presentation and Internal Locus of Control in
                         African American College Students


RECENT CONSULTATION

1996- 2005-      Videoconference, Videostreaming, Web casting Networks with Distance Education, Presentation;
                          Research; Programming; Delivery; Peer-Mentoring Programming; Distance Communication,
                          Presentation of Literature, Primary Research Mentoring

2002-present-    Supervisor, Dramatic Simulations for Therapy & Education

2003-2005-       Graduate, Online Curriculum Developer and Facilitator

2006-                 Small Group Communication Facilitator (EFT, Deployed/Deployable Military Couples Conference)


RECENT PUBLICATIONS

1995- Authentic Assessment - John Dewey Society Newsletter

1996- The Relationship of Internal Locus of Control and Female Role Models in Female College Students-
           published dissertation

1999- Pioneer Performances, On-Site and Long-Distance - PSI, international conference paper, web publication

2000- Autobiographical Writing and Performing: An Introductory, Contemporary Guide to Process and
         Research in Speech Performance (McGraw Hill)

2000- Autobiographical Writing and Presenting- on-line educational column

2000- Noted Communicators (Journalists, Authors, Public Speakers, State and National Leaders), During the
          Female-Only Days at University of Mary Hardin-Baylor-  Presented with the Millennium Project: A History of
          Speech Departments in Texas Senior Colleges and U. T.  Speech Association Convention, Houston, TX

2000-2003- Autobiographical Writing & Presenting: Value & Definition , Autobiographical Challenges ,The Effect
          of Role Modeling, Birth of Written Autobiographies, Autobiographies in the 16th - 18th Centuries,
         Historical Storytelling Lessons, Lessons from Medieval History , Lessons from the Reformation and
         Renaissance, Light in 18th - 19th Century Darkness, Lessons from 20th Century Presentations,
         Enhanced by Technology, Effective Curriculum for 21st Century Learners (Ncubator, education, communication
         online articles) 

2001-Empowering Students of Color By Involvement in Distance Communication Research - Paper published in
         conference monograph; Joint International Conference- National Association of African American Studies, National
         Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies, and the International
         Association of Asian Studies; Houston, TX

2001- Writing and Performing Autobiography, Christians and Theatre Journal

2001- An Introduction to Autobiographical Performance, The Role Model Effect, How to Choose Historical
          Figures for Distance Autobiographical Performances, Martha Washington (Apple Computer Corp., Learning
          Interchange, QuickTime TV for Learning; educational, online articles, 2001 )

2001- African American Role Models are Critically Needed, Presenting Role Models from African American History
          (BlackTexas.com, online articles, 2001)

2001- Presenting Autobiographical Stories from Hispanic, Latino Culture and History - Paper including sample script
          by Natalia Trejo; Published in conference monograph; Joint International Conference- NAAAS , Cancun, Mexico

2002-  Using Performance Frames to Engage and Involve the Audience in Autobiographical Stories
          of Historic Role Models - Paper including sample scripts by Christine Pointer; Published in conference monograph; 
          Joint International Conference- National Association of African American Studies, National Association of Hispanic
          and Latino Studies,  National Association of Native American Studies, and the International Association of Asian
          Studies; Houston, TX

2002- Interview on Effective Videoconferencing, Screen Test- Published in Smart Money, Feb. 2002

2002- Enhanced by Technology: A Practical Guide to Distance Communication (McGraw Hill, 2002)

2003- Effective Presentations via Distance Technologies,NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies,
           National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,
           International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX

2004- Cyberspace, the Great Equalizer, Monograph, NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies,
           National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,
           International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX        

2004-Conference Report, Distance Education Scholar Joins International Board at NAAAS Conference;
        Asian Journal of Distance Education

2005- Facilitation and Enhancement in Online Community , Monograph,
           NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies,
           National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,
           International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX     

2005- Speak Skillfully and Successfully: A Guide to Developing Diction and Voice-Over Excellence
           (McGraw-Hill, 2005)

2006- Structuring Autobiographical Stories, Monograph, NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies,
           National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,   International
           Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX            

2007- What is at Stake in Observation of Leaders,  The Psychology of Leadership and Role-Modeling Influence,
           Paper for Psychology of Leadership Class, UMHB 2001

2008- Set Free, The Autobiographical Story of Martha Washington, Commissioned Script & Presentation, Wildflower Club,
          Temple, TX

2008- Transformative Power of Autobiographical Storytelling, Paper for Creative Arts Classes at UMHB

2008- Summer Development Leave Report, Writing a Film Textbook, UMHB

2009- Effective Filmmaking as Salt and Light, Disciple Life Journal

2009- Spartan Servant, Story of Elli Moore Townsend, Commissioned Script & Presentation, UMHB, TX, Spring 2009

2009- Structuring Healing Autobiographical_Stories, Guidelines for Therapeutical, Autobiographical Storytelling;
           UMHB, TX, Graduate Counseling

2009- Global E-Communication Fosters Universal Citizenship and Democracy, UMHB Faculty

2009-  Incentives bringing film and moving picture projects...,Sensation of Sight enlightening...,
           ...award-winning Little Dorritt,... new promotion of films, ...family film fare, autobiographical approach,
           Examiner

2010- Top film, visual media projects..., ...movie of Autistic PhD, Temple Grandin inspires..., SAG Award..., Avatar
           reassures... live-action actors, True Grit adaptation..., ...film talent, crew..., ...  film commission site, ...Academy
           Award...,Filmmakers ponder...Oscar for best picture, Rodriquez  announces...at Austin's South by Southwest Film
           Festival, Legitimate casting...online, Casting in Austin, Disney College Program, Work for Television & Film
           Talent, Summer Television  Dramas, Family films, T.V. Series in Austin, Casting for My Generation,  Movie role
           models..., Austin celebrates Emmy's 2010 nomination nods,  Austin Favorite Nomination Refreshing: David/Me
           Austin’s My Generation creatively looks at contemporary events/issues, ... Central Texans invited to Utopia...with
           Robert Duvall,   Austin Celebrates Emmy Awards for Temple Grandin; ...Work for Austin talent...crew in fall
           television...  movies; TV shows canceled but other movies/television continue, Examiner

2010- Securing the Rights of Women to Vote and Susan B. Anthony, Women's Equality Day, Ft. Hood, TX
 

2010- Witness to the Death of a Nation (Episode I, copyrighted work in progress, based on the Memoirs of
           Evelyn Lowe, 1948; edited by Diane Howard, Ph.D., 2010)
 

2011-Cru film kick-off; Screenings of Cru Film, Choice Decision, Showcase of performances of autobiography  for film,
          tv, more; Showcase of voice-over performances for film, tv, and radio; Effective performance communication via
          e-technologies; The life and legacy of TX agent, Tara Coet Felmly, Job postings in film, invitation to join Cru
          Film '11, Honoring sacrifices for freedom, Maintaining integrity in the film and entertainment industries, Voice-
          Over work for film, television, radio and more; Many casting calls,  auditions available online; Spring, Examiner

2011- Maintaining integrity in the film and entertainment industries; Voice-Over work for film, television, radio and
           more; Many casting calls, auditions available online; Jobs in film and entertainment industries; Texas talent
           agencies deregulated, 30 mill in incentives;  Profile photos as calling cards; What to look for in a talent agency;
           Support good actors, filmmakers; Fall Cru Film kick-off workshop at UMHB; Summer, Examiner
 

2011- Voices on the Bridges Toward Universal Suffrage and Women's Equality , Equality Day, Ft. Hood,
           Summer 2011
 

2011-Fall University Film Kick-Off Event; The Help Fittingly Screened on Women's Equality Day, Growing Interest in
         Redemptive Films; Public invited to free meet and greet event with Austin casting director and cinematographer
         at UMHB,  Effective communication and performance via e-technologies, Fall, Examiner      

RECENT COLLEGE, COMMUNICATION CURRICULA DEVELOPED

1989- present - Performance Studies Major, Department of Communication, UMHB

Performance Studies Major, Theater Minor, Film Minor

Introduction to Speech Performance

Introduction to Performance Studies

Forensics

Storytelling

Voice and Diction

Internships

Public Speaking

Advanced Public Speaking

Distance Communication and Presentation

Screenwriting

Acting for the Camera



PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION/COMMUNICATION ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS/AFFILIATIONS

RECENT PRESENTATIONS (REGIONAL/NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES & MEETINGS)

Personal Marketing - University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, TX, Fall 1995

Engaging Television Interviews- University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, TX, Spring 1996

How to Effectively Present Via Videoconferencing for Teachers, Administrators- TX, Belton Independent School District, 1997; BellNet, 1998- present; Temple Independent School District- 2002-present

Life Skills Camps, E-Research and Team Videoconference Presentation for Students, Faculty, and Administrators -
BellNet, TX, Summers 1998 & 99

Pioneer Performances, On-Site and Distance- International Performance Studies Conference, Wales, 1999

The Relationship of African American Role Models Presented Via Videoconferencing and Locus of Control in African American College Student Audiences- International Performance Studies Conference, Tempe, AZ, 2000

Empowering Students of Color By Involvement in Distance Communication Research - Joint International Conference- National Association of African American Studies, National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association
of Native American Studies, and the International Association of Asian Studies; Houston, TX, 2001

Performance: Translation, Transition, and Transformation in Cyberspace, International Performance Studies Conference, Mainz, Germany, 2001

Writing and Performing Autobiography (Your Own or Another's), National Christians in Theater Arts (CITA) Conference,
San Francisco, CA, 2001

Autobiographical Writing , Senior Saints Summit, Belton, TX, 2001, 2002

Presenting Autobiographical Stories from Hispanic, Latino Culture and History - Included sample performance by
Natalia Trejo; International Conference; National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies & Affiliates, National
Association of African American Studies National Association of Native American Studies, International Association of Asian Studies; Cancun, Mexico, 2001

Involving the Audience in Autobiographical Storytelling,The Story of Josephine Baker & Using Performance Frames
to Engage and Involve the Audience in Autobiographical Stories of Historic African American Role Models - Included sample performances by Christine Pointer; International Conference; National Association of African American Studies, Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies,  National Association of Native American Studies, and International Association
of Asian Studies; Houston, TX, 2002

Using Dramatic Simulations to Teach Peer Pressure Resistance Techniques, TEAM Conference, UT, Austin, TX, 2002

Using Drama for Drug Prevention; Crossing Cultural Borders, International Drug Prevention Conference, Killeen, TX, 200

Facilitating Productivity in On-Site and Distance Communication and Presentation, Graduate Management
and Negotiation Class, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, TX, 2002

Facilitating Productivity in Distance Education & Videostreaming Performances, Fall Texas Computer Educators Conference, Temple, TX  2002

Effective Presentations via Distance Technologies, NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies,
National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,
International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX, 2003

Facilitating Interactivity and Productivity in Distance Parent Education,  National Conference on Parent Education,
Dallas, TX , 2003

Effective Distance Presentation of Poetry-Temple Independent School District, K-12, TX, 2003

Distance Interview Skills- Temple Independent School District, 6-12, TX, 2003

Effective Non-Verbal Communication for Classroom Teaching, TX Ed. Region VI, 2003

Performance Studies in Secondary Education, National Educational Theatre Association Conference, Minneapolis, MN, 2003

Effective Videoconference Skills, TCEA (Texas Computer Education Association), TX, 2003

Introduction to Speech Performance Through Project-Based, Autobiographical Performance, National Communication Association Conference, Short Course, INTEGRATING NARRATIVE FORM AND STORYTELLING INTO THE BASIC COURSES, Miami, FL, 2003

Cyberspace, the Great Equalizer, NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies, National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies,  National Association of Native American Studies,  International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX, 2004

Facilitation and Enhancement in Online Community , Monograph, NAAAS ( National Association of African American
Studies, National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,
International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX , 2005

The March Toward Freedom in Women's History, Ft. Hood, TX, Spring 2005 

The Value of Equal Rights, Opportunities, and Participation, Spring 2005  

Structuring Autobiographical Stories, Monograph, NAAAS ( National Association of African American Studies,  National Association of Hispanic and Latino Studies, National Association of Native American Studies,   International Association of Asian Studies), Houston, TX, Winter,  2006

Inspiring Internal Locus of Control Through Narrative Role Models, Conflict Narrative Course - A Site for Change: Connecting with Self
Through the Actions of Others National Communication Association Convention, San Antonio, TX, Fall, 2006 
What is at Stake in Observation of Leaders,  The Psychology of Leadership and Role-Modeling Influence, Presentation for Psychology of Leadership Class, UMHB, Fall 2007 

Verbal and Non-Verbal Skills for Instructors and Speakers- Presented to Science and Math Faculty, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Fall 2007

Effective Leadership and Networking Communication Skills for  Professional Women, Prepared for Keynote Presentation,    
Women's Expo., Galveston, TX, Spring 2008 

Stage and Film Acting, Videoconference Presentation to Texas and NJ Schools, TISD, TX, Spring 2008

Performing Poetry with Sound, Sense, and Soul, Television Presentations, Austin, TX,  Fall & Spring Semesters 2001-2008

Summer Development Leave Presentation, Digital Film Revolution at UMHB- Delivered to UMHB Faculty, Fall '08

The Transformative Power of Autobiographical Storytelling- Presented to Creative Arts Classes, UMHB, Fall 2008

Set Free, The Autobiographical Story of Martha Washington, Presented at the Wildflower Club, Temple, TX, Fall 2008

Sound, Sense, and Style in Performance Communication, Videoconference Presentation, TISD, Temple, TX Fall 2008

Spartan Servant, Story of Elli Moore Townsend, Commissioned Script & Presentation, UMHB, TX, Spring 2009

The Twitter Revolution: Implications for Effective E-Professional Communication, Presentation to the Bell Chapter
of the American Business Women's Association, Summer 2009  

Non-Verbal Communication in Marketing- National Conference Presentation,  Fall 2009   

Non-Verbal Communication, Presented to Communication Students, Fall 2009

Securing the Rights of Women to Vote and Susan B. Anthony, Women's Equality Day, Ft. Hood, Fall 2010.

Voices on the Bridges Toward Universal Suffrage and Women's Equality , Equality Day, Ft. Hood, Summer 2011  

Effective Staging, Lighting, Humanized Presenting with PowerPoint- UMHB Faculty, Staff Workshop, Fall 2011

Dr. Howard's Current Performance Studies Programming and Research, UMHB

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