Lisa Coppoletta

Post-Secondary Education

Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts
Speech Communications

Texas State University
Master of Arts
Speech Communication

Teaching Experience

“LMC” LISA MARIE COPPOLETTA

You've Got a Shark on Your Side: My Fin is Up for You

(512) 757 - 5388  

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EDUCATION 

M.A. 1995 Southwest Texas State University Rhetorical Theory & Criticism G.P.A. 4.0 

Master’s Thesis: The Personal is Theoretical: Bell Hooks' Personal Narrative Approach to Contemporary Feminist Theory 

B.A. 1991 Southwest Texas State University Speech Communication/Philosophy 

COMMUNICATION CONSULTANT

Communication: As a community engagement specialist, I have successfully navigated the complex landscape of municipal governmental public policymaking. I have a thirty-year track record of cultivating and preserving relationships through effective communication strategies, public speaking, technical research, and writing in the field of municipal governance, where I represent disenfranchised constituents. My proven ability to interact in person and virtually with diverse stakeholders, including neighborhood groups, nonprofit organizations, neighborhood leaders, political candidates and parties, activists, small businesses, corporate partners, governmental entities, media, and voters, sets me apart.

Strategic Thinking: I specialize in strategic analysis for projects with established rubrics, including municipal land development codes, comprehensive master plans, municipal ordinances, city boards and commissions, federal and state regulatory agencies, feasibility studies, zoning, historic preservation, environmental impacts of aquifers and trees, and air quality. Information gathering through interviews, open records requests, and producing ghostwritten news pieces and white papers. 

SPOKESPERSON, PODCASTS, SPEECHES

Institutional Spokesperson & Public Speaking

• Spokesperson "ACC Employee Associations - Importance of Values" video at the Data Summit, 2024 

• Panelist Campus Conversation on the SACS QEP College-Wide Voting for "Creating a Culture of Inclusivity through Universal Design for Learning (UDL)" 2021

• Video Spokesperson SACS QEP topic vote "Creating a Culture of Inclusivity through Universal Design for Learning"2021

• Video Spokesperson SACS QEP topic vote "On The Write Track" 2021

• Video Spokesperson ACC Teaching & Learning Excellence "LMC" Lisa Marie Coppoletta: Purpose & Belonging" 2021

• Speeches Monthly to Austin Community College Board of Trustees on Behalf of the Adjunct Faculty Association 2022-2025

Podcasts 

• Episode #1 of The Passionate About Pedagogy Podcast with LMC "Transitioning to Blackboard Ultra: A Community College's Journey" Fall 2024

• Episode #2 of The Passionate About Pedagogy with LMC “Unraveling AI: Exploring The Future Of Higher Education With Herb Coleman” Fall 2024

• Episode #3 of The Passionate About Pedagogy Podcast with LMC  "Collaborating for Success: AFA Officers and Conversations with Chancellor Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart" Spring 2025

• Episode #4 of the Passionate About Pedagogy with LMC "Brewing Up Accessibility Training For Instructor Handouts" Michelle Escudier, Instructional Designer In The Office Of Distance & Alternative Education” Spring 2025

OUTREACH AND EVENT PLANNING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Leadership Roles -  Adjunct Faculty Association Vice President, Adjunct Faculty Association President, Adjunct Faculty Association Immediate Past President demonstrating commitment to organizational leadership and professional development

• Presiding Officer - Preparing detailed agendas and packets with supporting materials 

• Facilitation Skills - Lead discussions of the Adjunct Faculty Association monthly meetings to encourage input and collaboration among participants, maintaining a professional and impartial demeanor that fosters respect and open communication.

• Stakeholder Collaboration - Coordinate with stakeholders to gather necessary materials and prepare for upcoming meetings, ensuring all voices are heard and materials are relevant

• Event Coordination - Organize and coordinate Fall and Spring General Membership Meetings, securing speakers, managing public relations, and obtaining professional development credit to enhance participant engagement and learning opportunities.

• Networking Opportunities - Facilitate informal networking events such as virtual “AFA Coffee Chats” and on campus “AFA Campus Donut Days” to enhance community building and professional development among colleagues.

• Fundraising Initiatives - Chair the Fundraising Committee, successfully organizing and executing an Employee Emergency Fundraiser in collaboration with marketing and public relations. Achieved record-breaking t-shirt sales and the highest fundraising amount to date, raising $1,423 through the sale of 90 t-shirts and securing 70 supporters

HIGHER EDUCATION EXPERIENCE

Pedagogy

• Over 30 years of experience teaching diverse student populations, including first-generation students, international students, dual credit students, veterans, individuals with autism, students with learning disabilities, LGBTQ+ students, first-generation students, and those with social anxiety or fear of public speaking. 

• Proven ability to provide support and foster inclusive environments for students from varied backgrounds and with diverse needs.

• I excel in producing videos and podcasts that prioritize equitable content delivery and rubrics. My expertise includes implementing innovative assessment methods that promote collaborative and self-directed learning, enhancing students' knowledge, skills, and self-confidence. 

• I possess strong skills in developing articulation agreements, advising students, and managing internship programs.

Courses  

Business & Professional Communication, Fundamentals of Speech Communication, Introduction to Public Speaking, Advanced Public Speaking, Small Group Communication, Argumentation & Debate,  Contemporary Feminist Rhetorical Perspectives, University Seminar 1100 

Fellowships  

• Adobe Fellowship Spring 2024 - Fall 2025

Teaching

• Senior Status Adjunct Professor Department of Speech Communication Austin Community College 2007-Present

  • Teaching & Learning Champions: Lisa Marie Coppoletta (LMC)

  • 15-Year Service Award, Austin Community College, Fall 2023

  • Nominated Austin Community College Teaching Excellence Award, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, 2018

• Adjunct Instructor Department of Speech Communication University of Mary Hardin Baylor 2014-2015

• Adjunct Instructor – Central Texas College, Marble Falls, TX 2011

• Instructor University Seminar Program Texas State University, Department of University Seminar 2007-2010

Forensics Coaching 

• Director of Forensics & Adjunct Instructor Department of Theater and Speech Communication San Antonio College (1998-2000) 

Directed Independent Study 

• Tracy Gonzales, “Conference Planning Within a Forensics Setting.” Texas Lutheran University 1997

• Bill Squires, “Conference Planning Within a Forensics Setting.” Texas Lutheran University 1997

• Misty Cooper, “University Interscholastic League & the Primary School Educator.” Texas Lutheran University 1998

• Director of Forensics/Visiting Instructor Department Theater & Speech Texas Lutheran University 1997-1998  

• Director of Forensics Department Communication Studies University of North Carolina, Charlotte 1995-1997 

• Assistant Director of Forensics Department of Communication Studies Southwest Texas State University 1993-1995

• Lab Instructor/Teaching Assistant Department of Communication Studies Southwest Texas State  University 1990-1995 

• UTSA Debate Union Summer Institute, Lab Leader, Novice Cross-Examination 1999

• Baylor University High School Debate Institute, Lab Leader, Lincoln-Douglas Workshop 1997 (Sessions I & II)

• Southwest Texas State University Debate Institute, Coordinator, Lincoln-Douglas Workshop 1991-1997

• Junior Statesmen Foundation -- University of Texas at Austin, Director, Congressional Workshop 1995

• Southwest Texas State University, Assistant Lab Leader, Varsity Cross Examination Debate 1986 -1990

Academic Advising 

• Graduate Advisor – Texas A&M – San Antonio:  Division of Education and Kinesiology 2010 

  • Advised graduate students and alternative certification students.  

• Academic Advisor I – Texas State University: Center for Student and Professional Services, College of Education 2007 –2010 

  • Dedicated Academic Advisor with a commendation from the University President for my contributions to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Accreditation Project. 

  • Successfully created a campus-wide content management system and served as the Communication/Technology Committee Chair. 

  • My expertise includes producing impactful marketing videos and delivering public speeches to large audiences during recruiting and new student orientation events with audiences of up to 500 individuals. 

  • Specialized in working with Health & Human Performance majors, including Pre-Physical Therapy, Exercise and Sport Science, Recreation, Health & Fitness Management. 

  • I provided guidance to students on academic coursework, career planning, graduation requirements, academic probation, and teacher education. 

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN

Contributing Author  Business Communication: Strategies for Success (2022) May 2021 - May 2022

• Author: Chapter 09 Types of Presentations 

• Author: Chapter 10 Planning and Organization of Speeches 

• Author: Chapter 11 Supporting Your Message 

• Author: Chapter 12 Delivering Professional Presentation 

Content Management System - Kendall Hunt Publishing Company

• Created/Updated the Blackboard site for "Public Speaking: Choices For Effective Results" by John J. Makay, Mark J. Butland, and Gail E. Mason. 

• Reviewed textbook updates for instructional aides and assessments. Content creation for discussion starter videos, test bank of 60 questions per each of the 14 chapters, crossword puzzles and word search activities, lecture icebreaker survey questions, interactive activities, and assignment templates.

Content Editor, Digital Instructional Guides - Kendall Hunt Publishing Company

• Powerpoint and Prezi presentations for the speech textbook "Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland

• Prezi presentations and classroom activities for speech textbook "Public Speaking: Choices For Effective Results" by John J. Makay, Mark J. Butland, and Gail E. Mason

Content Editor, Digital Instructional Guides -  Kendall Hunt Publishing Company

• General Editor for the third edition of the student study guide to accompany the speech textbook “Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland 2014 

• General Editor for the third edition of the student activity manual to accompany the speech textbook "Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland 2014 

• General Editor for the second edition of the student study guide to accompany the speech textbook "Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland 2013 

• General Editor for the second edition of the student activity manual to accompany the speech textbook "Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland 2013 

• General Editor for the first edition of the student study guide to accompany the speech textbook "Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland 2012 

• General Editor for the first edition of the student activity manual to accompany the speech textbook "Achieving Communication Competence: An Introduction to Human Communication" by Mark Butland 2012

Graphics Design, Video Production, Editorial/Research Assistant

• Senior Video Editor – Picayune TV/Daily Tribune 2010

• Custom Publishing & Copyright Research - University Bookstore, Texas State University 2006 – 2007

• Editorial Assistant - Women's Studies in Communication 1991-1993 

• Research Assistant - Department of Speech Communication - Southwest Texas State University 1991

PUBLICATIONS, CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS, LECTURES

Works in Print

“(Re)Constructing Liberatory Locations for Argument:  Personal Narration as an Academic Debate Paradigm, Southern Journal of Forensics 2 (Spring 1997) 1 – 18.

Refereed Conference Proceedings

• Lisa Marie Coppoletta "Academic Debates to GrassRoots Social Movements" Austin Texas, Spring 2016 

• Southern States Communication Association CRAFTS: Creating, Running, and Administering Forensic Teams Sponsor: Southern Argumentation and Forensics Division – Created Comic Book and DVD, April 2016

• Lisa Marie Coppoletta, Lisa Fitzgerald, Theresa Glenn, Jason Vidrine "Service Learning:  Alive and Well in the Communication Department" Texas Community College Teachers Association, Westin Galleria in Houston, Texas – (Service Learning PSA for the City of San Marcos "Hands-Free" ordinance

• Marissa Saenz, Matthew Hayes, Lisa Marie Coppoletta "Beignet, Done That: Infusing Technology Into Your Advising Practice" South Central Region 7 Conference, New Orleans, Louisiana

• Marissa Saenz, Matthew Haynes, Lisa Marie Coppoletta "AIM to Chat with Meebo: Logging into Academic Advising," TEXAN Conference, Houston Texas, 2009

• Henry Tsai, Sheresa Edgington, Lisa Marie Coppoletta "Nuthin’ Personal Just Business: Learning Styles &  Understanding How We Understand." Presentation at the annual meeting of the National Academic Advising Association, Chicago, 2008

• Marissa Saenz and Lisa Marie Coppoletta "I Can Do That! Technology Use in an Advising Center." Presentation at the annual meeting of the Texas Academic Advising Network Conference, Ft. Worth, 2008

• Chair & Organizer. "Public Debate: A Community Centered Approach to Academic Debate." Pi Kappa Delta National Tournament & Convention, Northern Lights, Kentucky, March 1997

• "Constructing a Liberatory Framework: Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Speech Communication Association, San Diego, California, November 1996

• "Critical Thinking Process or Product? Unveiling Self in Postmodern Academic Debate." Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Carolinas Speech Communication Association, Raleigh, North Carolina, October 1996

• Invited Panel Member. "Intercollegiate Debate: Non-Tournament Style." Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Carolinas Speech Communication Association, Charlotte, North Carolina, October 1995

• "The Personal is Theoretical: Personal Narrative Strategy in Contemporary Theory." Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Speech Communication Association, New Orleans, Louisiana, November 1994

Works not in Print - Papers Presented at Professional Meetings

• "Kritiks, Part I: Theory Background, Structuring, Researching, and Evaluating Kritiks," Student Activities Super Conference, University Interscholastic League, Fall 1999

• "Kritiks For Advanced Cxers: Part II: Kritiks on the 1999-2000 CX Education Topic," Student Activities Super Conference, University Interscholastic League, Fall 1999

• "Kritiks," Capital Conference for Academic Coordinators and Speech Coaches Workshop University Interscholastic League, Summer 1999

• "Developing & Supporting L-D Arguments," University Interscholastic League Super Conference Program, University of Texas at Austin, Fall 1998

• "The Art of Persuasion in Lincoln Douglas Debate," Baylor University High School Debate Institute, Sessions I & II, Summer 1997

• Constructing Debate Cases Utilizing Contemporary Philosophical Frameworks," Baylor University High School Debate Institute, Sessions I & II, Summer 1997

• "Strategies for Constructing Value Hierarchies Among Competing Philosophical Perspectives," Baylor University High School Debate Institute, Sessions I & II., Summer 1997

• "Coaching Lincoln-Douglas Debate," High School Coaches Workshop, Southwest Texas State University, Summer 1997

• "Strategies in Preparing for Public Address Events in High School Forensics," Southwest Texas State University Individual Events Workshop, Summer 1994

Works not in Print - Invited Talks, Lectures, and Presentations

• "Digital Pedagogy: Incorporating Facebook, Twitter, Blogging, Video & Podcasts into US 1100," Invited Guest Lecture to US 1100 Instructors, Fall 2009

• "Twitter & Facebook:  Social Media for Neighborhood Issues," Invited Guest Lecture for Council of Neighborhood Associations (CONA) Spring 2009

• "Nuts & Bolts:  Getting Started on Twitter & Facebook," Invited Guest Lecture for Council of Neighborhood Associations (CONA) Spring 2009

• "Limited Preparation Public Address Events," Extended Learning Course, Texas Lutheran University, Spring 1998

• "Debating Issues Surrounding Higher Education," Exploring the Arts & Sciences Guest Lecture, Texas Lutheran University, Spring 1998 "Audience-Centered Presentations & the International Speaker," Workshop in Heritage Studies Guest Lecture, Texas Lutheran University, Spring 1998

• "Weaver's Ultimate Terms," Introduction to Rhetorical Theory Guest Lecture, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Summer 1996

• "Burke's Pentad," Introduction to Rhetorical Theory Guest Lecture, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Summer 1996

• "Pentadic Rhetorical Analysis of Barbara Jordan's Watergate Speech, "Introduction to Rhetorical Theory Guest Lecture, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Summer 1996

• "Affirmative Strategies on the 1996-1997 National High School Debate Topic," Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education Coaches Workshop, Fall 1996

• "Negative Strategies on the 1996-1997 National High School Debate Topic," Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education Coaches Workshop, Fall 1996

• "Principles & Practice of Lincoln-Douglas Debate," Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education Coaches Workshop, Fall 1996

• "Audience-Centered Presentations & the International Speaker," English Language Training Institute, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Fall 1996

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE 

Institutional

• SACS Accreditation Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Implementation Framework and Timeline Subcommittee, 2022

• SACS Accreditation Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Development Committee/Assessment Subcommittee, 2022

• Peace & Conflict Studies Academic Advisory Committee, 2021-2022

• African and African Diaspora Studies (AADS) Advisory Committee, 2021-2022

• Mex-Am Studies Advisory Committee, 2021-2022

• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Accreditation QEP Topic Selection Committee, 2021

• Founder & Chair Communication/Technology Committee for Advising Council, Texas State University - San Marcos 2008-2008

• Training Committee for Advisors, Texas State University - San Marcos, Spring 2008

• Planning Committee for Annual Advisor Retreat, Texas State University - San Marcos Spring/Summer 2008

• Student Retention Committee, Texas State University - San Marcos Fall 2007-Spring 2008

Departmental 

• Communication Studies Faculty Evaluation Committee, 2023-2024

• Search Committee for AVC of College & High School Relations, Fall 2023

• Search Committee for LAHC Dean, Spring 2024

• Voting Adjunct Faculty, Department of Communication Studies Austin Community College, 2015 2016, 2020, 2021, 2022

• Communication Week Planning Committee, Department of Communication Studies Austin Community College,  Summer & Fall 2020

• Speech Contest Planning Committee, Department of Communication Studies Austin Community College, Summer & Fall 2020

• Best Practices Subcommittee for Online Learning, Department of Communication Studies Austin Community College, Spring 2020 

• Dual Credit Appointment 2017- 2021 

• Career Day O Henry Middle School October (Political Communication) 2019

• Discover Prezi: A Free, Dynamic Presentation Software Spring Development Day Presenter, January 2013 

• Hiring Committee, Center for Student and Professional Services, Spring 2008

• Hiring Committee, University Bookstore, Summer 2007

• Chair, Textbook Committee, Communication Studies Department, University of North Carolina  at Charlotte, 1996-1997

• Corporate training consultancies at Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative. "Speech Communication & Customer Service," Spring 1998

• First Annual Catch the Spirit Debate Symposium, Texas Lutheran University, Fall 1997

• Coordinator, Roundtable Discussion Series for Educators, Texas Lutheran University, Fall 1997  Host, South East Cross Examination Debate Association Regional Tournament, Spring 1997 Tournament Director, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Public Debate Tournament,  Spring 1997 

• Tournament Director, University of North Carolina at Charlotte High School Speech & Debate  Tournament, Spring 1996 & 1997 

• Tournament Director, University of North Carolina at Charlotte College Debate Tournament,  Spring 1996 & 1997 

• Co-Organizer, UNCC/Appalachian State University Debate Meets, October & November 1995 

Adjunct Faculty Association

• Internal Committees - Chair ADA Accommodations Ad-Hoc Committee, Co-Chair Nominations Committee, Co-Chair Elections Committee, Co-Chair Events Committee, Member Budget Committee, Member Compensation Committee, Member Estaffing & Adjunct ARs Workgroup Ad Hoc Committee

• Shared Governance Committees: [Served, Appointed Representatives, Ex Offcio] - Academic & Student Affairs Council , Adjunct Faculty Staffing Committee, Administrative Services Council, Assessment and Advising Committee, Black Board Ultra Transition Committee, Bravo Awards Committee, College Accessibility Committee Curriculum And Programs Committee, Curriculum & Programs Committee - Badging Implementation Subcommittee (SACS accreditation), Distance Education Committee, Emergency Fund Committee, Enrollment Services Committee, Faculty Center Advisory Group (FCAG), Distance Education Committee, Faculty Development And Evaluation Committee (FDEC), Information Technology Committee, Police/Safety & Environmental Management Committee, Shared Governance Review Council, Students Rights And Responsibilities 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Globalizing Curriculum Fall 2025 - Spring 2026

• Theory of Change Institute, Spring, Summer, Fall 2025

  • Introduction to Design Thinking 

  • Theory of Change on Building and Maintaining Trust 

  • Demonstrated Practices of Care

• Inclusive Teaching Faculty Learning Community (FLC), Spring 2025                                                                                                                                                                                   

  • Introduction to Inclusive Teaching as a Mindset

  • The Value of Structure for Inclusive Teaching

  • Classroom Environment and Interactions

  • Culturally Responsive Teaching in Distance Education

  • Launching Your Class and Syllabus Considerations

  • Sharing and Sustaining Inclusive Teaching

• AI In Education, Summer 2024

  •  Introduction to AI in Education and Ethical Considerations 

  • AI for Student Engagement and Personalized Learning 

  • Course Design and Development with AI 

  • AI Tools and Resources in Education

  • Assessments and Feedback with AI 

  • Reflections and collaborative feedback on AI concepts

• Equity Series Certificate, Fall 2023

  • Discover a Growth Mindset 

  • Sustain the Conversation

  • Grow an Anti-Racist Environment 

• Teaching & Learning Academy Yearlong Cohort, Fall 2021-Spring 2022

  • Teaching to the Brain, 5 Week Course, Austin Community College, Fall 2021

  • Building a Community of Learners, 5 Week Course,  Austin Community College, Fall 2021

  • Engaging Students for Learning, 5 Week Course, Austin Community College, Spring 2022

  • Assessing Students Learning, 5 Week Course, Austin Community College, Spring 2022

• Adobe Education Institute, Teaching Storytelling with Video, Summer 2024

• SACS The 2021 Institute on Quality Enhancement and Accreditation - Virtual Institute on Quality Enhancement and Accreditation July 19 - July 22, 2021

• Certificate Awarded -Becoming an Equity Minded Instructor Serving Men of Color Students, 2021

• Online Course Redesign Academy OCRA is Quality Matters (QM) Certified, 2020

• Week Five- Summer Institute for Service-Learning, Austin Community College, Summer 2020

• 2020 High School Programs Annual Partnership Summit, Austin Community College, Fall 2020

• The Lilly Conference, Austin Community College, Fall 2020

• Learn how to paint Byzantine Icons (Part 1), Udemy Fall 2020

• Latin Language: The Pronunciation of Ecclesiastical Latin, Udemy Fall 2020

• Career Development Combining the Myers-Briggs and Strong Assessments, Texas State University, Spring 2008 

• Shadow of Hate Revisited, Texas State University, Spring 2008 

• Video Theory/Practice Course Texas State University, Spring 2008 

• Making Career Advising Integral to Academic Advising, Summer 2008 Texas State University

• Faculty Training for Advising, Summer 2008 Austin Community College 

• Adding Visual Impact to Course Materials, Summer 2008 Austin Community College

• National Academic Advising Association, Summer Institute, 2008

• 3 Hour Credit Course Video Production/ Editing, Department Of English, Texas State University, 2008 

• CORE Curriculum Training,  Texas State University Fall 2007 

• Academic Advising Integral Role in the Academic Success and Persistence of Students, Texas State University, Fall  2007

• NACADA Webinar, Texas State University, Fall 2007

• Ways of Finding the Data You Need Using Pivot Tables, Texas State University, Fall 2007 Texas State University

• On Camera TV Commercial Audition Technique for Adults – Donise Hardy – CSA Austin, Texas, Summer 2015 

• Advanced Acting Class – Donse Hardy – CSA, Austin, Texas, Fall 2015 (Invited Guest) 

• Advanced Acting Class – Donse Hardy – CSA, Austin, Texas, Fall 2015 

• Advanced Acting Class – Donse Hardy – CSA, Austin, Texas, Fall 2015 

• Advanced Acting Class – Donse Hardy – CSA, Austin, Texas, Spring 2015 (Invited Guest) 

• Comics Experience  - For comic book creators: critiques by industry professional comic book illustrators and writers with personalized consulting on how to improve visual storytelling print media, 2013-2014

• Chris Oatley Academy - For advanced painting in Photoshop, 2013-2014

AWARDS 

• Belt Buckle Award Winner City of  San Marcos Land Development Code ReWrite, 2016

• Exhibit Subject: Bob Bullock Texas History Museum - "Texas Movies Exhibit" honored for montage and abstract portrait poster work from the Alamo film, 2004

• Solo Exhibit, Texas Capitol Rotunda - Abstract Portraits of Alamo Actors; Sponsored by Texas Governor, 2003

• Top Competitive Paper. "Deconstructing our Relative Positionalities: A Personal Narrative Paradigmatic Approach to Postmodern Academic Debate." South Central Forensics Development Conference, Tyler, Texas, November 1996

• Outstanding Graduate Student, Fine Arts & Communication, 1996 

• Finalist, United States Debate Team, 1995 

• Outstanding Graduate Student Speech Communication Scholarship, 1994 

• Southwest Texas State University Council of Scholars, 1992 

• Finalist, Sally Barretta Outstanding University Woman, 1992 

• First Southwest Texas State University Debate Team to Qualify the National Debate Tournament, 1988 (only woman from SWTSU and TXSTATE to ever qualify for the NDT)

• Elton Abernathy Forensic Society Outstanding Debate Team Award, 1986-1989

• International Debate Exchange with Teams from Great Britain, 1986 & Japan, 1987 

• Elton Abernathy Debate Scholarship, 1986-1987 

COMMUNITY SERVICE 

• General Class Amateur Radio License 2022

• General Mobile Radio Service, 2022

• KXAN-Good Samaritans Rescue Elderly Woman

• Appointed by San Marcos City Council - City of San Marcos Comprehensive Master Plan Commission  2020 - Present

• Hands Free PSA for City of San Marcos, Austin Community College Service Learning Class Project

• Neighborhood Commissioner, San Marcos, TX, 2015

• Dionysium at Alamo Village - Postmodernism debate against University of Texas Philosophy  Professor Daniel Bonevac, Spring 2014

• Team Member Historic Photo Roundup – attended meetings, social media promotion for  scanning in historic photos about San Marcos, TX., Spring 2014

• Organizer "Stand Up for San Marcos" – Live comedy each Tuesday night at Wake the Dead  Coffee House in San Marcos, Texas, 2014-2015 

• SMTX Talks - San Marcos, Texas. Speaker, November 12, 2013

• SMTX Talks Unfiltered  - San Marcos, Texas, Speaker and Panelist, August 06, 2013

• “Don’t be a Goober” Workshop - Speech workshop for the San Marcos community  from preparing to presenting a speech at a Planning & Zoning Commission meeting or a City  Council meeting, January 2014 

• Yakona Proclamation from the City of San Marcos - coordinated and rough draft of Proclamation

• Honorary Roast Speaker for Mayor of San Marcos for San Marcos High School Debate Fundraiser, 2012 

• Arts Commissioner, San Marcos, TX., 2009 – 2010

• Sub Committee for Master Plan, Arts Commission – San Marcos, TX., 2009

• Video Production, LBJ Museum in San Marcos, TX, 2009 – 2011

• Video Production, Editing and DVD Interface – Texas Authors Day at the San Marcos Public Library,  2004-2005 

• Web Development & Desktop Publishing, Older Adults Rural Services (O.A.R.S), Fall 2002

• Page Layout & Design, Seton Highland Lakes/RX Advocates Burnet & Marble Falls, Winter  2002

• Elves For The Elderly, Highland Lakes, Winter 2002

ORGANIZATIONAL AFFILIATIONS 

Ham Radio For Emergency Communications

• Long Island CW Club

• Straight Key Century Club 

• Hays-Caldwell Amateur Radio Club

• The Richardson Wireless Klub

Professional Publications