Professor, OSU Department of Extension
Chair, Department of Extension
Associate Director - Programs, OSUE
Education
- Ph. D., Rural Sociology, The Pennsylvania State University, May 1984
- M. S., Rural Sociology, The Pennsylvania State University, November, 1977
- B. A. Sociology, Eastern Mennonite College, June, 1971
Teaching
- Leadership for Social Change
- Community Leadership
Research
Interest in rural health care and community development, community leadership, and rural economic development. Current Projects
- NRI project looking at community leadership development and its impact on community capitals (2006-2009)
- Excellence in Engagement and OSU CARES grants building community partnerships to conduct health assessments and screenings and provide community-based health education programs
- OSU CARES grant to pilot a technology Extension program in the polymer industry
- OSU CARES Seed grant to revitalize neighborhoods through volunteer income tax assistance and financial management education and training
Honors, Awards and Service
Board of Directors
- North Central Regional Center for Rural Development
- National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health
- International Community Development Council
Topic manager for community and rural development, USDA Small Business Innovation Research Program
WVU Extension Service Performance Award for New Program Excellence
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