Education

North Carolina State University · 2006-present
Pursuing coursework for doctorate in communication, rhetoric and digital media.

Central Michigan University · 2001-2003
Master of Arts, Broadcast and Cinematic Arts, December 2003
Relevant coursework, projects, honors
· Concentration in general electronic media studies
· Final paper on regulating adult content on the Internet
· Student Research and Creative Endeavors Exhibition presentations
· Women's Studies Department essay competition top paper

Eastern Michigan University · 1997-2001
Bachelor of Science, Majors in Journalism and Telecommunications and Film, April 2001
Relevant coursework, projects, honors
· Print and broadcast writing/reporting
· Radio production/performance
· Forensics team
· University Honors Program

Employment

North Carolina State University
Assistant Coordinator, Student Media Advising · May 2006-present
Advise the student radio station. Assist students with radio operations, production and training.

Central Michigan University
CMU Public Broadcasting
Radio Producer II · May 2001-Apr. 2006
Hosted nightly jazz music program and served as jazz music director. Coordinated weekly and monthly promotional materials and assisted with program recording and scheduling. Recorded live music performances. Trained and supervised student staff.

Saginaw Valley State University
Adjunct Instructor · Aug. 2004- May 2006
Taught courses in introductory media and public speaking.

Publications

• "Challenging the way we listen: Public radio's first year of podcasting." Published in Feedback, November 2006, p. 40.

Presentations

• Competitive Paper: "Sex v. profanity: An analysis of indecency fines from 2000-2005." Chicago, IL: National Communication Association,
  November 2007.
• Scholarly presentation with Christine M. Stover, Michael Parsons and Corey Hagood of WXOU at Oakland University). "Consolidation, kickbacks and criminal charges: A payola primer." Las Vegas, NV: Broadcast Education Association Annual Convention, April 2008.
• Presentation with WKNC DJ Melissa Poston: "Working the Web: College radio in cyberspace." Washington, DC: Associated Collegiate
  Press/College Media Advisers/College Broadcasters, Inc. National College Media Convention, October 2007.
• College Media Advisers convention, St. Louis, Mo., Oct. 2006, "Beyond the broadcast studio: Helping your students find internships and jobs."
• Broadcast Education Association convention, Las Vegas, Nev., Apr. 2006, "Challenging the way we listen: Public radio's first year of podcasting."
• National Communication Association convention, Boston, Mass., Nov. 2005, "Shooting the magic bullet: Debunking the conspiracy theory in JFK Reloaded."
• National Communication Association convention, Boston, Mass., Nov. 2005, "Paying a premium for free speech: Is satellite radio a haven or a hindrance?"
• Broadcast Education Association convention, Las Vegas, Nev., Apr. 2005, "Utilizing the university affiliation: How public broadcasters employ college students."
• Broadcast Education Association convention, Las Vegas, Nev., Apr. 2004, "No kids allowed: Regulating adult content on the Internet."
• National Communication Association convention, Miami Beach, Fla., Nov. 2003, "Dream is destiny: Animation-aided character development in Waking Life."
• National Communication Association convention, New Orleans, La., Nov. 2002, "Wake-up call or scare tactic?: An ideological approach to protecting fertility."

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