Expert Details
Museums, the Arts, Education, Grant Writing, Program Planning and Evaluation, Business Plans
ID: 729750
North Carolina, USA
Expert was contracted by a minority business owner to conduct a feasibility study and assist in the development of a business plan for the creation of a business venture that would serve as a venue for boxing and martial arts competitions, as well as serve as a setting for classes and training in martial arts and boxing for children, youth, and adults. He worked with the client to identify sources of funding (grants and loans) to assist in the purchase of the building, and the specialized equipment necessary for the project.Expert has worked with a number of communities throughout the United States to identify community attitudes toward the arts and arts in education. He developed survey instruments and analyzed data. Expert worked with elected officials and members of the community to develop strategies for strengthening the arts in these communities.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year: 1986 | Degree: PhD | Subject: Art Education/Arts Administration | Institution: The Ohio State University |
| Year: 1976 | Degree: M.A. | Subject: Art Education | Institution: The Ohio State University |
| Year: 1974 | Degree: B.F.A. | Subject: Studio Arts | Institution: The Ohio State University |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 2009 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Adjunct Professor | Department: Fine Arts |
Responsibilities:He is responsible for designing and delivering course curricula, providing educational experiences that address diverse learning styles, and maintaining data regarding student performance. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2008 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Consultant/Grants Writer | Department: |
Responsibilities:He operates on a contract-basis, researching grant opportunities and grant writing, and serving as a consultant to museums and other educational institutions and non-profit organizations. In addition, he works with clients developing business plans for new ventures, in particular related to the performing arts. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2003 to 2008 | Employer: North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources | Title: Director NC Maritime Museums/Museum Curator for Special Projects | Department: Division of State History Museums |
Responsibilities:As Director, he managed planning (determining and establishing goals, priorities, policies, and procedures) for the North Carolina Maritime Museum system (three museums), provided supervision (over all museum management, including finances, assets and capital projects), and was responsible for communication, fundraising, grants, and leadership. As Museum Curator for Special Projects, he researched and identified private and federal grants programs for the Division of State History Museums, North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources. Managed educational and long-range exhibit development for the Queen Anne’s Revenge shipwreck project and the Museum of the Graveyard of the Atlantic. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2001 to 2003 | Employer: The Polk Museum of Art | Title: Curator of Education | Department: Education |
Responsibilities:He planned, developed, implemented, promoted, and evaluated all museum educational and interpretive programming and services for children, families, and adults. Examples included classes, performing arts series, special community-wide events, and regularly scheduled programs that brought artists and the public together. Generated gallery guides and curricula for docent training. Performed budget planning, grant writing, and supervision of Education Department staff, school services, classes, and docent corps. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 2000 to 2001 | Employer: The Oakwood School | Title: Art Specialist | Department: Arts |
Responsibilities:He taught K-8 art, and worked with classroom teachers integrating art into the school curriculum. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1995 to 2000 | Employer: East Carolina University | Title: Assistant Professor of Art | Department: School of Art and Design |
Responsibilities:He developed and taught art studio and art education classes to both undergraduate and graduate students. Supervised interns, student teachers, and served on university committees. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1991 to 1995 | Employer: The University of New Mexico | Title: Assistant Professor of Art Education | Department: College of Education |
Responsibilities:He taught primarily graduate-level studio art, art education, and art therapy courses; advised art education majors; involved in program development and evaluation, including the creation of a graduate-level emphasis in museum education; provided leadership on numerous university committees. |
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| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
| Years: 1987 to 1991 | Employer: Teachers College Columbia University | Title: Assistant Professor of Art and Art Education | Department: Arts and Humanities |
Responsibilities:He coordinated the M.A. and Ed.M Art Education programs; led student recruitment initiative (during which time enrollment doubled); coordinated the Pre-service Art Teacher Preparation Program; advised/taught graduate students; supervised doctoral/dissertation research. |
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