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Sally Ann B. Swearingen

Associate Professor

CURRICULUM VITAE Five Year Data as of August 31, 2017

With Historical Education And Professional Employment

PROFESSIONAL ADDRESS Stephen F. Austin State University Human Sciences HMSS - Human Sciences South 101B Nacogdoches, TX 75962 Department Telephone: (936) 468-4502 Office Telephone: (936) 468-2048 Fax: (936) 468-2140 Email: [email protected]

EDUCATION MFA, 1995. Institution: Louisiana Tech University Specialization/Major: Interior Design MA, 1982. Institution: Texas Women's University Specialization/Major: Interior Design Dissertation: Designing Pedontics Facilities BFA, 1979. Institution: Louisianna Tech University Specialization/Major: Interior Design / Architecture

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2017- Present Consultant/ Interior Designer McKinley-Golden Architects, Lufkin 2016-2000 Independent Consultant 1993-1986 Owner/ Head Designer – SAS Interiors, Nacogdoches 1986-1984 Nacoma Consolidated Millwork, Head Designer of Development Division, Nacogdoches 1984-1982 Partovi Investments – Head Designer of Hospitality Corporation Division, Nacogdoches 1981-1979 Morgan, O’Neal, Hill & Sutton Architectural Firm, Lufkin

PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP Regional Chair of Southwest Region Interior Design Educators Council, June 1, 2015 - May 30, 2018 Position Description: Regional Chair of IDEC Southwest Region which includes: Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Colorado, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Mexico. Liaison to national board, assist with Regional Conference, forming other committees within our region.


SW Regional Conference Chair Interior Design Educators Council, June 15, 2016 - October 15, 2016 Position Description: Began Organizing SW IDEC Regional Conference in Austin. Organized the referred presentations, poster, and Creative Scholar Presentations, details of all excursions outside of hotel, and working with hotel on lodging and food details. Professional Interior Designer Liaison Texas Gulf Coast American Society of Interior Designers, September 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016 Position Description: Liaison to student group on SFA campus from the regional Texas Gulf Coast ASID membership. Meet in person and through social media many times the officers of the organization addressing issues and events for SFA students, who are located in Houston. Regional Chair of Creative Scholarship Committee Interior Design Educators Council, July 31, 2012 - August 24, 2012 Position Description: Regional Chair of Creative Scholarship Committee, duties included: posted creative scholarship requirements, secured academic and professional jurors, reviewed submission and divided amongst jurors, worked with national determine if all had been submittals had been reviewed and reviews submitted to survey monkey. Totals of top submissions given to Regional Chair of IDEC.

TEACHING & RESEARCH INTERESTS Teaching Interests: Codes, Construction, Sustainable Design, Volumetric Design, Commercial and challenging students in the capstone class to be the best presenter possible. Research Interests: Saving University Money – through Energy, Partnership – Design and Procurement; Educational Furniture & Library Design has been my passion. New interest is portfolio reviews and portfolios of graduates.

LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS Texas Board of Architectural Examiners, State of Texas, State. (February 4, 1993 - August 31, 2016).

Licensed received by state after education in a credited CIDA university, plus working experience under a licensed Interior Designer, plus passing of the NCIDQ exam. (National Council for Interior Design Qualifications). Practiced interior design profession in the State of Texas. License #2629. Feb. 4, 1993

National Council of Interior Design Qualification, NCIDQ, International. (October 25, 1992 - August 31,

2016). Qualification exam to become a licensed Interior Designer by passing the NCIDQ October 1992. NCIDQ certified. Renew annually by continuing with CEU credits each year.

Certificate, Registered Accessibility Specialist, State. (August 2012 - July 11, 2016).

Attended CEU course to receive certificate. Next step is to take RAS exam. 2006 & 2012

PUBLICATIONS Josephsen, S. A., Swearingen, S. B. (2015). Redefining the Modern University Classroom. SFASU: Bright

Ideas Conference.


Abstract: In accordance to the requirements of the Space Utilization and Efficiency regulations SFA determined it was in its best interest to redesign and upgrade several of its under-used and outdated classrooms in an effort to maximize the use of their space on our campus. A campus wide study group comprised of faculty, staff, students, and administrative personnel from across all the disciplines of the University was convened to assess and re-imagine how SFA might upgrade its oldest and most outdated classrooms. The aim was to develop classroom design standards to provide maximum flexibility, durability, and efficiency for various teaching styles. Emphasis was given to technology concerns providing access to modern electronic teaching methods and devices (both those owned and maintained by SFA and by our students) would function easily and seamlessly. The committee also examined chairs, desks, tables, access, storage, work areas, lighting, sound systems, flooring, and even the colors of paint to be used on the walls. Proposals were created by design students who were involved in every aspect of the study. These proposals were generated from the ideas, suggestions, findings and desires of the other members and were presented to the Administration at the conclusion of the study.

Swearingen, S. B. Swearingen, S. B., Perritt, M. R. (2013). Methods of Integrating Social Media into the Design Curriculum.

Indianapolis, IN: Interior Design Educators Council. http://2013.idec.org/category/conference-scholarship/written-scholarship/poster/ Abstract: In-house Internship Opportunity Issue In CIDA accreditation standards, program expectations of “Work experience/internships” and “Program expectations refer either to opportunities, experiences, or information presented to students in the program”. CIDA standards state that the curriculum, teaching methods, learning experiences, and opportunities made available to students are sources for evaluating program expectations. (CIDA, 2011) A question often arises as to how can interior design programs at universities assist in securing successful internships to students who cannot move to metropolitan areas or relocate due to budget restraints. In other words how can faculty at universities in remote locations create an “In-house” Internship? Process Research suggests that the built environment has an effect upon the users of that environment (Altman, 1970). Thus it becomes important to understand how to design an environment for students in school classrooms (Earthman & Lenmasters, 1996). Effective decision for interior selections requires research and an understanding by interior designers of one’s environment. Our research on our campus made us aware that departments were specifying and selecting their own furnishing. No input from an interior designer was provided. This gave us an opportunity to set up a center to select and train students to purchase appropriate furnishings for classrooms and an opportunity for faculty and procurement/purchasing to review furniture standards for the university. This new creative approach, involves collaboration between interior design program and the procurement (purchasing) department on campus. Students who have completed this internship have reviewed and studied learning styles, communication styles and reviewed technology in the classroom. Collaborating with the procurement office (purchasing) students have had the opportunity to work with the interior design internship coordinator in a “in-house” internship to assist in laying out classrooms and specifying appropriate furnishings for classrooms. In addition, students have met with manufacturers of furniture products to learn about all types of products, toured departments on campus, evaluated furniture products, functionality of layouts of classrooms and discussed types of teaching styles used in that layout. Summary


Benefits of this hands-on internship far exceeded expectations. Students’ response has been extremely enthusiastic from the different departments served on campus. Departments praise this strategic approach to creating functional, ergonomic appropriate layouts of the classroom. Departments are excited about the assistance. Students have met with different manufacturers of products, had seminars/lectures on communication in the classrooms, learned about teaching styles and factors influencing design. In addition, providing an in-house internship has kept faculty and students up to date on educational trends and has provided an opportunity for students to stay on campus to meet the needs of their internship criteria. CIDA Manual, (2006). Council for Interior Design Accreditation. Retrieved June 15, 2012 from http://www.accredit-id.org/profstandards.html Altman, I, (1970). Territorial behavior in humans: An analysis of the concept. In L. Pastalan & D. Carson (Eds.), Spatial behavior of older people (pp. 1-24). Michigan; The University of Michigan-Wayne State University. Earthman, G., & Lemasters, L. (1996, October 8). Review of research on the relationship between school buildings, student achievement, and student behavior. Florida: Council of Educational Facility Planners, International. Notes: My primary contribution was the design of the physical poster, its transport to the conference, and the presentation of the poster (with Sally Ann Swearingen) at the national conference.

Swearingen, S. B. Reviewer for Southwest Regional Presentations and Poster Presentations.

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS Perritt, M., Swearingen, S., Bridwell, L., & Calhoon, R. Transitioning Students from Concept to Construction Documents: Linking Studios for Efficient Content Delivery and Student Discovery (peer-reviewed oral). Southwest Regional Meeting of the Interior Design Educators Council. Austin, TX. (Oct. 2016) Swearingen, S. A. (Presenter & Author), 2016 Bright Ideas, "Globalization and Cultural Differences in a

Construction Studio", Center for Teaching and Learning, Stephen F. Austin. (May 4, 2016). Abstract: Internet communication is redefining design education. This presentation will illustrate how students can work effectively with clients who are hundreds of miles away. Notes: Accepted but event was during my lecture and lab class and I was unable to attend. Class 8-1.

Kotaki, A. (Author Only), Perritt, M. R. (Presenter & Author), Darville, R. L. (Author Only), Swearingen, S.

B. (Presenter & Author), Bridwell, L. (Presenter & Author), IDEC Annual Meeting, "The Impact of the Interior Environment of Resident Falls in Japanese Nursing Homes", Interior Design Educators Council, Portland, OR. (March 11, 2016). Abstract: This research examined factors affecting falls by nursing home patients, focusing factors affecting the likelihood of falls.

Swearingen, S. A. B. (Presenter & Author), Bridwell, L. (Author Only), Perritt, M. R. (Author Only),

Southwest Regional Interior Design Educators Conference, "Globalization and Cultural Differences in a Construction Studio", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Collins, Colorado. (October 24, 2015). Abstract: Advances in internet communication suggest new and exiting potential for collaboration and sharing of knowledge. The goal of presentation illustrated how we


demonstrated globalization and cultural differences with a client from another country in our construction course. Notes: One goal of the course was to illustrate to students how effectively they can work with clients utilizing technology who are hundreds of miles away.

Perritt, M. R. (Presenter & Author), Bridwell, L. M. (Presenter & Author), Swearingen, S. A. (Presenter &

Author), Darville, R. L. (Other), Bright Ideas Conference, "Recruitment and Retention: The State of Interior Design Programs Nationwide", Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, Texas. (April 29, 2015). Abstract: Interior design (ID) programs are experiencing declining enrollment although ID employment is expected to increase 19% before 2020. Researchers polled educators in Texas ID programs for informal assessments of their enrollment patterns. These discussions spawned survey questions concerning geographic location, accreditation, course fees, scholarships, recruitment activities, faculty involvement in recruitment, marketing, online offerings, and limited/open enrollment. The survey was distributed nationwide to 271 member institutions of the Interior Design Educators Council (professional association for university ID educators). Key findings included the following: • Scholarships matter somewhat • Programs must become more active in recruitment/retention • Only 58% of programs receive Admitted Student Lists • Only 29% receive enrollment reports from Public Affairs • Facilities do not impact enrollment • 68% of programs offer no online courses (but national trend is toward online education) • Only 37% of faculty travel with recruiters • 22% of faculty are unconcerned • Limiting enrollment does not affect enrollment patterns • Programs increasing in enrollment were CIDA-accredited • When no specific person is assigned to recruitment, enrollment decreases • Growing programs had higher fees • Region effected enrollment • South/Southwest regions reported most increase • General population migrating to South/Southwest • Program size slightly related to enrollment • Tracking enrollment is a best practice

Swearingen, S. A. B. (Presenter & Author), Williams, S. A. (Author Only), Perritt, M. R. (Presenter &

Author), Ray, D. L. (Other), Lynda, M. J. (Other), 2015 Interior Design Educators Council Annual Conference, "An Investigation of Furniture Use By College Students In A University Library Quiet Zone", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 13, 2015). Abstract: Unobtrusive observations of users in a university library quiet zone revealed a seating preference for study carrels, location near daylight, and access to electricity

Williams, S. (Author Only), Swearingen, S. B. (Presenter & Author), Perritt, M. R. (Presenter & Author),

Darville, R. L. (Author Only), Martin, L. J. (Author Only), IDEC Annual Conference, "An Investigation of Furniture Use in a University Library Quiet Zone", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, TX. (March 13, 2015). Abstract: Unobtrusive observations of users in a university library quiet zone revealed a seating preference for study carrels, location near daylight, and access to electricity.

Shepherd, N. M. (Presenter & Author), Swearingen, S. (Presenter & Author), AAFCS National

Conference, "Creating a Mindset of Sustainability through Life Skill Development in Design: Repurpose Rubber and Fashion Designs in secondary and post-secondary programs, AAFCS National Conference", SFA, James A. Perkins Grant, St. Louis, MO. (June 27, 2014). Abstract: oRubber Furniture and Fashion for Life. This interactive session will stimulate you to get excited about sustainability as a life mindset as students develop problem solving and critical


thinking skills. Projects include tire furniture for a patio and a Fashion show, called “Green is the new Black” which involved the community in saving recyclable products. Participants will receive guidelines to teach sustainability and life skills with innovative resources. These projects showcase ways FCS develops life skills to prepare 21st century learners for careers and community.

Perritt, M. R. (Presenter & Author), Bridwell, L. (Presenter & Author), Swearingen, S. B. (Presenter &

Author), Darville, R. L. (Presenter & Author), IDEC Annual Conference, "Feast or Famine: A Report from the Trenches", Interior Design Educators Council, New Orleans, LA. (March 7, 2014). Abstract: While some programs experience declining enrollment, economists predict growth in interior design business. Panelists, one from each region, will discuss enrollment, recruitment/retention, and industry patterns.

Swearingen, S. A. (Author Only), Perritt, M. R. (Presenter Only), Bridwell, L. (Other), Interior Design

Educators Councils Regional Conference, "Transportable Digital Portfolios", Interior Design Educators Council, Norman, Oklahoma. (October 18, 2013).

Swearingen, S. B. (Chair), Watson, R. E. (Co-Chair), Conference on High-Impact Practices,

"Standardizing Classrooms / Future Focused Classroom Design", Office of High Impact Practices, Nacogdoches/ SFA. (April 30, 2013). Abstract: Collaboration between the Interior Design program (academics) and the Facilities Department (Staff). Students, faculty and staff were engaged in research and attended seminars on active learning. Used knowledge to develop new concepts for the ultimate learning space at SFA. Learning outcomes from the development included collaboration experience from bringing faculty from across campus to engage in teaching strategies to assist in new and innovative classroom designs. Product research was included.

Swearingen, S. B. (Presenter & Author), Bridwell, L. (Presenter & Author), Perritt, M. R. (Presenter Only),

Williams, S. M. (Other), IDEC 2013 Annual Conference, "Internship Opportunity on a University Campus", Interior Design Educators Council, Indianapolis, Indiana. (February 18, 2013). Abstract: A question often arises as to how can interior design programs at universities assist in securing successful internships to students who cannot move to metropolitan areas or relocate due to budget restraints. In other words, how can faculty at universities in remote locations create an "In-house" Internship?

Swearingen, S. B. (Presenter & Author), Bridwell, L. (Presenter & Author), Perritt, M. R. (Presenter &

Author), Williams, S. M., Southwest Regional Interior Design Educators Council Conference, "Creating In-house Internship Opportunity", Southwest Region of IDEC, Lafayette, Louisiana. (October 12, 2012). Abstract: Creating a in-house Design Center has provided a internship possibility for those students who could not afford to go to a metropolitan area. The high quality internship prepares them to learn about commercial interiors and have a better understanding of contract applications.

ARTISTIC AND PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCES AND EXHIBITS Swearingen, S. A. (Creator), Art - Art Works in Publication, "Redefining the University Classroom", Sally

Ann Swearingen, Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Collins, Colorado, (June 1, 2015 - July 1, 2015). This creative pictorial submission showed how Education in the past has been straight forward, faculty lecture students listen. How technology has transformed teaching and learning and the role is shifting from being repository of information to facilitator. Technology offers educators a way to engage students in learning and enhances a higher-level thinking through a touch of a button. This six picture pictorial was one of four accepted out of 20 submissions to be displayed/ presented in October of 2015.


PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Society of Interior Design, Liaison for Region, (September 1, 2014 - Present). International Interior Design Association, Member (January 2017 – Present) Interior Design Educators Council, Southwest Regional Chair, (September 1, 2006 – June 2017)

Member & Co-Chair of SW Regional Conference – (July – Present) Corporate Member of International Code Council, none, (September 1, 2006 - August 30, 2016). Texas Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, (September 2009 - August 2012). American Association of Family Consumer Sciences, none, (September 1, 2006 - August 30, 2012).

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES Seminar, "Water Conservation, CEU", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (February 17, 2011 -

Present). Kohler, presented a sustainable approach to water conservation and what products are being developed to ensure conservation.

Seminar, "Plintz & Chintz, Online ID Magazine", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (December 1,

2010 - Present). Entrepreneur sharing her experiences on how she started a business plus shared her thoughts on the direction of interior design in the future.

Seminar, "Integra Lounge Furniture", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (November 5, 2010 -

Present). Determining quality furniture used in public/ lounge areas. Construction of furniture, warranties, fabrics specified.

Seminar, "United Furniture", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (November 4, 2010 - Present).

Manufactures presentation on commercial furniture. Task and management chairs. Seminar, "CEU, Green Guard", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (November 3, 2010 - Present).

Importance of specifying green guard products in interior design. How do products get a green guard rating.

Seminar, "Designing for Hospitality Industry", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (October 27, 2010 -

Present). Learning how managers and owners of hospitality properties use jobers to assist with purchasing. In addition , learned about products being used in hospitality industry.

Academy, "Texas Accessibility Academy", Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Compliance

Division, Austin, TX. (July 12, 2016 - July 13, 2016). Two day - 8 hour days to learn and review the Texas Accessibility Codes. Intense academy to assist you in becoming a registered accessibility specialist. Required for RAS and licensed interior designers.

Continuing Education Program, "Paint 101: Paint and Coatings Technology", ID - Speaker Series,

Nacogdoches, TX. (September 10, 2015).


This one hour CEU is administered by ID-Speaker Series and allows professionals and students to attend. Sherwin-Williams brought in Brett Huckelbury from Dallas to present the detail presentation on paint and coatings.

Continuing Education Program, "Accessibility & the ADA - 2010 Standard for Room Identification Signs",

ASID/IIDA at Metrocon, Dallas. (August 14, 2015). Visual presentation on applications of all types of signage in commercial facilities.

Continuing Education Program, "The Workplace of the Future: What Will Our Work Lives Be Like in the

Next 10-15 Years?", ASID/IIDA at Metrocon, Dallas. (August 14, 2015). Used architectural competitions and research from furniture manufacturers to stretch the imagination of the audience.

Continuing Education Program, "Universal Design for Today's Spaces", ASID/IIDA at Metrocon, Dallas.

(August 14, 2015). Explanation of what and how universal design is used in all types of facilities, residential and commercial.

Conference Attendance, "MetroCon CEU Workshops", MetroCon - Dallas Market & ASID & IIDA, Dallas.

(August 12, 2015 - August 14, 2015). Attended 9 different CEU seminars, and attended the MetroCon market of commercial furniture and furnishings.

Continuing Education Program, "Acoustical Problem Solving for the Interior Designer", ASID/IIDA at

Metrocon, Dallas. (August 13, 2015). Presentation on how to solve acoustical problems through the combination of different products. Detailed examples were used and illustrated.

Continuing Education Program, "An ADA Case Study of Existing & Remodeled Interiors", ASID/IIDA at

Metrocon, Dallas. (August 13, 2015). Excellent presentation on illustrating ADA issues and problems through illustrations on existing and remodeled interior projects.

Continuing Education Program, "Optimize Lighting Controls to Achieve Optimal Performance in

Commercial Interiors", ASID/IIDA at Metrocon, Dallas, Texas. (August 13, 2015). Manufacturers gave a presentation on how to optimize usage of the lighting controls with the do's and don'ts of where and how to use them.

Continuing Education Program, "Texas Legislative Update", ASID/IIDA at Metrocon, Dallas. (August 13,

2015). Donna Vining the Texas Association of Interior Design presented issues that face interior designers and explained why our representatives need to be informed about what we do.

Continuing Education Program, "Transparency in Sustainability", ASID/IIDA at Metrocon, Dallas, Texas.

(August 13, 2015). Learning LEED and other components necessary to generate a better sustainable facility.

Conference Attendance, "2015 IDEC International Conference", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft.

Worth, TX. (March 2015). Attended a 3 day conference where I received 9 hours of CEU, and attended other workshops to network with other educators in the interior design profession.

Continuing Education Program, "TAID Days of Education", Texas Association of Interior Design, Dallas.

(March 30, 2015). Attended four CEU classes on LED: The Lighting Revolution; Update on Dallas Green Building Codes; LEDs and the NEC Codes; and the Texas Accessibility Standards.


Continuing Education Program, "How are Practitioners Leveraging Technology in the Design Process?

Implications for Design Education, Connie Dyar, Amy Huber", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 16, 2015). Technology is increasingly central to interior design. Entry level designers are often expected to harness the full capabilities of Building Information Modeling (BIM), create photorealistic and often moving visualizations, and navigate up to 10 software packages in the process . As one practitioner stated “new softwares every year....can't keep up with it.” The speed at which software is changed, adapted, and discarded can be overwhelming for a design educator (Rose, 2013). This study sought to better understand what software technology coordinators at large and small firms are currently using, what level of technology readiness is expected of recent graduates, how technology decisions are made and what trends firms identify as important for the future.

Continuing Education Program, "Productions: Exploring Effects of Space, Light and Sound, Clay Odom,

Sean O’Neill", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth. (March 16, 2015). This exploration focuses on how production of effects may be generated through patterning - a systemized, diagrammatic collaboration- of material, form, light, and sound activated locally by engagement with situations stemming from constraints of time, budget, existing building conditions and ultimately through a range of engagements with people.

Continuing Education Program, "Revisiting the Role of Interior Design in Building Fire Safety: A Plan for

Action, Fred Malven", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 16, 2015). The presentation reported on a multi-year project aimed at enhancing the designer’s familiarity with design factors essential to fire prevention and control. It asked several questions: 1) what interior components are most significantly involved in fatal residential fires and what factors contribute to their involvement; 2) what can be done to demystify and clarify the designer’s role in eliminating or controlling this threat; and 3) by what means can designer’s best be prepared to meet or exceed their fire safety responsibilities?

Continuing Education Program, "Teaching Freehand Analytical Drawing; Strategy and Pedagogy based

on Polanyian Philosophy of Knowledge for Millennia Design Students, Ryadi Adityavarman", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 15, 2015). Strategy Teaching pedagogy of the course is based on Michael Polanyi’s philosophical system that emphasizes indivisible connection between body and mind in the knowledge acquisition process. The central idea of his philosophy celebrates the dynamic balance between conceptual and tacit knowledge by proposing integral interaction between awareness, activity, and cognitive dimensions.

Continuing Education Program, "The Definition of Interior Design; Is it Time for a Change? Melissa

Santana", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 15, 2015). The definition of the interior design profession can vary from person to person and from one field to another. Merriam-Webster, the Bureau of Labor Statistic, and the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) define it differently. Some categorize it as an art or craft, others a trade, and some as a profession. With such differing opinions, as well as different legislation, it is understandable why the public might be confused about the work conducted by a designer

Continuing Education Program, "The T-word: How are Interior Design programs tackling technology

today? Dr. Lisa Waxman, Connie Dyar, Amy Huber, Kristin Maki, Doug Seidler", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 15, 2015). The design and delivery of interior design projects is increasingly reliant on advanced technological applications. Design projects are more complex, and clients have higher expectations regarding how they can "see" and "test" a design prior to its fabrication and construction. Today’s entry level designers are often expected to leverage a broad range of building information modeling (BIM) capabilities and quickly produce photorealistic renderings;


often managing many software programs in doing so. Panel discussed in depth issues related to programs.

Continuing Education Program, "Using the Charrette Design Model to Bind Creativity with Technical

Knowledge into One Cohesive Design Process, Steven B. Webber", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 15, 2015). Creating good design requires both creativity and technical knowledge, yet it appears that design students need more opportunities to bring these two big ideas together during their design education. Achieving expertise within a discipline, such as interior design, while utilizing the knowledge base of other disciplines is necessary for reaching an innovative solution to a design challenge. The charrette design model is perfectly poised to meet this educational need for integrating technical knowledge with the design process. This study examined the effectiveness of a charrette as the means to training students to bring technical knowledge into the design process while achieving creative design solutions.

Continuing Education Program, "Workforce, Workplace, Work Modes; The Evolving Office Environment

by Lindsey Baker, Dr. Marlo Ransdell", Interior Design Educators Council, Nacogdoches, Texas. (March 15, 2015). This study presented a prototype office design for the multigenerational workforce that may aid in intergenerational knowledge transfer. The principal investigator conducted behavioral mapping through visual observations in a local professional services office.

Continuing Education Program, "Assessment of Millennial Interior Design Students’ Perceptions

Concerning Game-Based Learning", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 14, 2015). The objective of this explorative phenomenological study was to interpret the meanings of the participant’s attitudes and perceptions of GBL in a lecture-based, junior-level, lighting design course. Student participant volunteers were organized into focus group sessions and asked a series of open-ended questions concerning (1) perceptions of lecture courses and educational games, (2) positive or negative aspects the specific games played (e.g. Illuminating Race), (3) perceptions regarding the retention, transferability and application of lighting information learned as a result of GBL activities, and (4) suggestions for interior design educators interested in implementing GBL in their curriculum

Continuing Education Program, "Can Codes & Standards Class NOT be Boring? Nadya Kozients",

Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 14, 2015). Changed approach of teaching. In their third year with a helpful aid of a changed curriculum that made Codes course into a single from materials course, I had more evident success with not only flipping my course and making it active engaging and fun, but also making it aligned with my student’s interests. I stopped having PP every class. They did not stopped lecturing altogether, but only after introductive “getting involved with a topic” team assignments that turned bare information into a knowledge. Taught as a flip class.

Continuing Education Program, "A Qualitative Inquiry of the Impact of Hospital Lobby Design on

Wayfinding Performance", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, TX. (March 12, 2015). Arthur and Passini’s study shows that good wayfinding promotes healing; reduce stress and frustration for the visitor.

Conference Attendance, "Bright Ideas Conference", SFASU, Nacogdoches, TX. (April 25, 2014 - 2014).

Attended Spotlight Speakers series and Exhibitors Section Continuing Education Program, "Classroom Design: 21st Century Learning", HMS 414 & Design Center.

(April 4, 2014 - 2014). Partnership with Design Center in conjunction with Faculty Classroom initiative focus group to learn more about 21st century classrooms. Bredford - Angi Gaetae led the CEU


Conference Attendance, "IDEC Southwest Regional Conference", Interior Design Educators Council, Fayetteville, Arkansas. (October 2014). Attended CEU workshops, Southwest Regional business meetings and a keynote speaker.

Continuing Education Program, "Avoiding ADA violations During Construction", ASID/IIDA at Metrocon,

Dallas, TX. (August 14, 2014 - August 2014). Overview of ADA issues during a construction job.

Workshop, "D2L update", OIT. (August 18, 2014).

Attended four workshops on the new D2L. Continuing Education Program, "Furniture Meets Technology", SFA Design Center. (March 2014).

This 3 hour event was a partnership with the faculty classroom initiative to educate faculty on new technology and furniture that might be used in classrooms. Companies that presented: Dell, Herman Miller - Ables Land, Steel Case - HBI; CCI; and The Lowe Group.

Continuing Education Program, "Building Relationships through Collaboration, Mia Kile, Ken Robson,

Hans Butzer", Interior Design Educators Council, Ft. Worth, Texas. (March 14, 2014). This longitudinal study, focuses on one project adapted from a physics class and addresses issues faced by Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) in the real world – designing, estimating, scheduling and constructing a project. Each team is challenged to construct a “cost-effective” skyscraper that can support a designated load, in this case a standard brick. Students work in assigned teams with each discipline represented.

Continuing Education Program, ""Marble Institute of America - Natural Stone"", SFA Design Center,

Nacogdoches, TX. (November 2, 2013 - 2013). David Lee with Daltile presented a 1 hour CEU for Design students and Professionals.

Continuing Education Program, "21st Century Libraries 2.0", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX.

(October 10, 2013 - 2013). Steelcase presented: a Health/Safety & Welfare on 21st Century Libraries on the how and why we are having changes.

Continuing Education Program, "Designing Kitchens by Kitchen Source", SFA Design Center,

Nacogdoches, TX. (February 28, 2013 - 2013). Kitchen Source a large design firm in Dallas that specializes in Kitchen and Bath design presented "Designing Kitchens". One and half hour presentation on process kitchen designers go through.

Seminar, "Wire Management", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches. (February 19, 2013 - 2013).

Connect trac presented wire management seminar on how you convert spaces to plug in spaces. Presented twice Sept. 2012 & Feb. 2013

Continuing Education Program, "Top 10 Universal Design Musts", SFA Design Center Speaker.

(September 10, 2013 - September 2013). Health/Safety CEU by Beverly Vosko.

Conference Attendance, "American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences National Conference",

AAFCS, Houston, TX. (June 2013 - June 30, 2013). Attended annual conference. Attended a half day workshop on assessment.

Continuing Education Program, ""Kitchen Evolve"", SFA Design Center / Sub-Zero Wolf South Central,

Nacogdoches, TX. (November 2, 2012 - 2012). Larry Campbell with Sub-Zero Wolf South Central presented a 1 hour CEU for Design students and Professionals.


Continuing Education Program, ""Making the Most of Technology in the Classroom"", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (November 2012 - 2012). Angie Gaeta with Bretford presented a 1 hour CEU for Design students and Professionals.

Seminar, "Furniture Lab / Hospitality Furniture Emphasis", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX.

(September 19, 2012 - 2012). Furniture and concepts for Hospitality spaces.

Continuing Education Program, "Pinterest Design: Pinterest for Interior Designers", SFA Design Center/

Krueger International, Nacogdoches, TX. (September 26, 2012). Virtual Presentation for students and professionals to see how successful designers and manufactures use Pinterest in the field of design.

Exhibit on Furniture that interfaces with Technology, "Furniture Meets Technology Exhibit", SFA Design

Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (September 25, 2012). Six manufactures: Steelcase, Krueger, Allsteel, Bretford, Visual Techniques and Dell computers brought in displays to Human Sciences South gallery and design center and showcased their products. Over 300 in attendance (University and Professionals) from a 200 mile radius.

Conference Attendance, "Interior Design Educators Council National Conference", IDEC, Baltimore,

Maryland. (March 19, 2012 - March 22, 2012). Attended 18 CEU plus major speakers, networked. Analysis of technologies for effective design Communication Grade Inflation: The Inflated A and the Bloated B Adding International Culture to Current Interior Design Classrooms Student Design Competitions- Are They Good Design? Exploratory and Confirmatory Factor Analyses of Occupants’ Satisfaction with Indoor Environmental Quality in Sustainable Buildings The Relationship between Employees’ Satisfaction with and Physical Readings of Thermal, Acoustic, and Lighting Conditions of their Sustainable Workspaces Enhancing Student Learning: The Role of Sustainable Classroom Design Borrowing from the Library: Evidence-Gathering Strategies for Library Design Non-Healthcare Focused Practitioners’ Understanding and Implementation of Evidence-Based Design (EBD) The Use of Argentine Tango Dancing in an Interior Environment to Enhance Mobility and Social Activity in Seniors: A Multi-disciplinary Research Study “Defining a New Term: The Global Interior” The Secret Life of the Equitable Building: How Office Interiors Change Strengthening Collegiality and Learning in the Interior Design Classroom through Strengths-Based Education Pedagogical Models from a Lighting Design Studio Using iPad2 Technology to Increase Skill Development in Foundation Studios Designing for Deconstruction: A Framework for Teaching the Sustainable Constructed Interior


Continuing Education Program, "Solid Surfaces used in Interiors", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (March 1, 2012). Explained solid surfaces and application of solid surfaces. Presented by Sherry W. Michna.

Continuing Education Program, "Color Trends for Residential & Commercial Interiors", SFA Design

Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (February 29, 2012). Presented by Sherry W. Michna, color forcasting and color trends for residential and commercial interiors.

Continuing Education Program, "State Interior Design requirements & Changes", SFA Design Center,

Nacogdoches, TX. (February 8, 2012). Presented by Cahty Hendricks Executive Director of Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. Discussed changes and requirements in the State of Texas.

Continuing Education Program, "Lighting and Daylighting for Sustainable Commercial Spaces", Interior

Design Program, Nacogdoches, TX. (January 26, 2012). Presented by Mr. Chip Istael, National VP Illuminating Engineering Society. Lighting and Daylighting for Sustainable Commercial Spaces

Seminar, "Ergonomics", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (April 7, 2011 - 2011).

Presentation of ergonomics in the work place and the importance of designing proper work spaces. Discussed all types of furniture and all types of applications.

Seminar, "Power of Color", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (April 13, 2011 - 2011).

Presentation on color and how it can be used in a commercial and residential setting. Discussed in depth of the power of color.

Continuing Education Program, "Interactive Furniture", SFA Design Center, Nacogdoches, TX. (October

26, 2011). Bretford Furniture sponsored event. Angie Gatea discussed interactive furniture used in todays commercial interiors.

Conference Attendance, Interior Design Educators Council / Southwest Region, Ft. Worth, TX. (October

13, 2011 - October 15, 2011). Regional Conference presentations attended Interventions for Healthy Social Change Promoting Health Equity: 5 Action on the Social Determinants of Health Hepi Watcher, Dave Boeck, David Moxley The Unexplored Frontier of Learning Places 6 Catherine Dowling The Relationship between the Built Environment and Stress Relating 8 to Pediatric Patients Michelle Pinson The Home Office: Intermingling of Work and Family 10 Pax Chagnon From the Classroom to the Community: A Case Study of Partnering with 12 Habitat for Humanity Jillissa Moorman Historic Preservation Education - Past and Future 14 Valerie Settles, Melissa Santana Interior Design as Educator: Applying Reggio Emilia 15 Jean Edwards Repurposing historic buildings to increase tourism: Public policy promotes design 17 intervention for public benefit Ted Drab Trash to Treasure: An Innovative Project that Enables Students to Better Understand 19 the Complete Design Process, Collaboration, and Sustainability through Furniture Design


Amy Jacobson-Peters Designing for Autism: Adapting Classroom Designs for the Home 21 Kathryn Lopez Empowering the Interior Design Student: Strenghts-Based Education 22 Diana Allison A Study of how the Physical Environments affects Wandering Behavior in Nursing Home Design 23 Linna Yoon, Zane Curry, Kristi Gaines Home Design Recommendations for Wandering Behavior 24 Linna Yoon, Zane Curry, Kristi Gaines Cowboys (and cowgirls) of creative culture: Investigating creative cognitive processes of 25 interior design students * Amy Mattingly, Katherine Leigh, Kenneth Tremblay, James Banning, Rob Work Environmental Preferences of Users in Collocated Workplaces/Colleges 26 Jan Parker Student Usage and Perceptions of a College Student Lounge 28 Rebekah Thompsen A Comparative Study of Design Interventions for Students with Autism: United States 30 versus United Kingdom Kristi Gaines, Ghasson Shabha An Integrative Approach to the Design of Independent Living Environments for Adults 31 with Neurodiversities Angela Bourne, Kristi Gaines

Continuing Education Program, "Commercial Wallcovering", SFA Design Center. (October 10, 2011).

Cindy Carson presented a presentation on Commercial wallcoverings and railings. Continuing Education Program, "Specifying Commercial Carpet", SFA Design Center & Interface Carpets,

Nacogdoches, TX. (October 5, 2011). Utilizing and specifying Commercial carpet squares. Presented by April Box.

Workshop, "OIT - Elluminate Workshop", Office of Instructional Technology, SFA, Nacogdoches.

(September 26, 2011 - September 2011). Attended a workshop developing skills of utilizing Elluminate as a on-line tool.

Continuing Education Program, "Specifying Commercial Furniture", SFA Design Center / Allsteel,

Nacogdoches, TX. (September 21, 2011). Allsteel sponsored program specifying commercial furniture.

CONTRACTS, GRANTS, & SPONSORED RESEARCH Swearingen, S. A. (Other), "ID Senior Exhibit Sponsor", Funded, Sponsored by Johnson Furniture, Local,

$500.00. (February 8, 2014 - February 2016). In-Kind donation for sponsoring the opening event for 2014, 2015 & 2016 Senior Interior Design Exhibit has been graciously been given. I personally visit Johnson Furniture each year to secure and provide written appreciation, along with advertising the event in the local paper and on social media for publicity for Johnson Furniture and SFA Interior Design Program. In-Kind donation for sponsoring the opening event for 2014, 2015, 2016 Senior Interior Design Exhibit.

Swearingen, S. A. (Principal), "Senior Interior Design Opening", Funded, Sponsored by Lufkin Printing,

Local, $75.00. (February 8, 2014 - February 9, 2016).


In-kind donation for invitations and poster for the opening of 2014, 2015, 2016 Senior Interior Exhibit are secured each year. Each year, I personally visit and personally write our donor for this donation. In-kind donation for invitations and poster for the opening of 2014, 2015, and 2016 Senior Interior Design Exhibit that is held in the Ralph Steen Library on SFA Campus for employers, family, faculty, and staff. The event is planned to coincide with one showcase Saturday event.

Swearingen, S. A. (Co-Principal), Oswald, T. A. (Co-Principal), "Best Learning Happens Beyond the

Classroom: The Academic Library", Not Funded, Sponsored by ORSP, Stephen F. Austin State University, $9,457.00. (September 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015). Are university libraries becoming obsolete? Many university libraries are undergoing physical changes and transforming spaces to meet the needs of today’s students. This study is going to evaluate two major components: 1) learning environments within a library; and 2) how, why, and when students are utilizing technology within the library to conduct research or complete assignments. Four factors will be studied: 1) changes in academic libraries; 2) the mission of libraries as it pertains to the academic mission of the university; 3) student learning in the library space; and 4) services available within the library space. Library spaces that have been constructed within the past five years will be evaluated to determine their usefulness to student learning and their success as a place for learning and collaboration to occur. Creating learning spaces for both digital immigrants and digital natives, as well as those that offer both individual learning and collaborative learning areas is a challenge for university libraries, as they trying to assure success for students, both in and out of the classroom. The data gathered will provide designers and university administrators insight on how to create effective changes within university libraries today. Libraries are downsizing and the physical space for actual books are in the process of digitizing. Technology and library budget cuts are allowing libraries to think about the space.

Swearingen, S. B., "Researching computer programs at Architectural and Interior Design Firms.", Not

Funded, Sponsored by SFA, Stephen F. Austin State University, $32,000.00. (November 2013 - 2013). Executive Summary The field of interior design is becoming more technical. Students today must have basic skills in all types of computer programs in order to be successful in today’s market. My role in the past twenty years has been one of teaching the construction document courses and the capstone course in which showcase presentations developed by students and are presented to professionals at SFA Board meetings, hospital boards, and city and private boards. PURPOSE and BENEFIT Staying current with professional software used in the interior design industry is a challenge. The interior design program has been one of the most successful programs at SFA because we seek to update our knowledge of products, materials and code application used in the industry. Due to my focus on launching the Design Center during the past three years, I have not remained as current with technology as is warranted. Interior design no longer emphasizes hand drafting, therefore knowing electronic drafting software is a must! My reason for asking for professional development leave is to immerse myself in learning three computer based programs that will assist the faculty in moving the interior design program to the next level. Two electronic programs used daily in the industry are Revit and AutoCAD. Final presentations of design projects also use programs such as Adobe Creative Suite: (Photoshop, InDesign) and Sketchup. My focus for this professional development leave will be on developing my knowledge of an expertise with Revit and AutoCAD. I may have the opportunity to develop my knowledge of the creative suite programs as a side benefit. The interior design program now requires students to have a command of Revit and AutoCAD by graduation. In order to guide our students appropriately, it is imperative that I advance my proficiency with these two programs. Though my focus will be on the use of Revit and AutoCAD the digital renderings, presentations of design developments, using these programs are


a professional element that residential and commercial firms utilize to stay competitive. Consequently, developing an understanding with the programs Sketchup, and Photoshop will enable me to assist students and colleagues in developing quality presentations related to course program requirements. Maintaining leadership in the industry is crucial for the continued success of our program PROCEDURES and METHODS There are several short course opportunities for developing my expertise with AutoCAD and Revit. Most of the companies who provide these short course opportunities have not yet finalized their fall 2014 schedules. Based on the fall 2013 schedule, I expect that that each short course will be three to five eight hour days. I expect to complete two short courses on Revit and one on AutoCAD. I have arranged to work for two different architectural/ design firms for three to four week blocks and a third firm for one to two days to have hands-experience implementing electronic-programs to complete interior design projects in real time. The first focus will be on AutoCAD. I will take a three-day short course, and then work at a residential architectural/design firm, Kitchen Source for three weeks utilizing the software and learning how they use AutoCAD residential drawings and presentations in interior design. Kitchen Source is the largest kitchen and bath design firm in the Dallas and Ft. Worth area. Attached is a letter from Kitchen Source confirming their commitment to partnering with me on this professional development experience. I have estimated the cost of $999 for the AutoCAD class; Kitchen Source is donating their time to let me work alongside with their technology staff. Kitchen Source utilizes the digital program Sketchup with AutoCAD. The three-week work session with their technology person will expand my knowledge of this program and I will learn how the programs in presentation drawings and contract documents. My second and main focus will be Revit. Most of the classes and workshops schedules have not been finalized for 2014, but the two companies that provide the short courses have stated there will be three sessions in mid-September and October. My options are to take two of the workshops, beginners and intermediate course, in the Dallas area or attend Mountain View College mini-Revit course. Estimated cost $895 each. After developing my skills in the Revit I plan to work in San Antonio with PBK-Architecture/ Engineering/ Planning/ Technology/ Facility Consulting group for approximately four weeks working alongside their employees. PBK is one of the largest firms that focus on higher education facilities and commercial design. Attached is a letter from PBK confirming their commitment to partnering with me on this professional development experience. Each December Autodesk offers a week course on Revit. My goal is to attend the workshop for a final commitment to develop my skill level. Additionally, the remainder of the school year Mike Leinback with Randall Scott Architects in Tyler, one of our advisory board members, has opened his doors to allow me to work with him for a few days, further development my expertise with Revit. Randall Scott Architects is a firm specializes in higher education and municipal architecture. The main office of Randall Scott Architects is in Dallas with a branch office in Tyler. Below is a table that reflects the anticipated schedule for my professional development leave request. Software Emphasis Time Table Location / Event Estimated Cost AutoCAD August 26 - 28th 2014 (short 3 day course)San Antonio$999. AutoCAD September. 2-23rdKitchen Source / Dallas None Revit September 29- Oct. 3rd (short 3 day Course) October 6-8 (short 3 day course)Dallas or San Antonio$1,320 $898. Revit October 15th – November 18thPBK / San Antonio None Revit First week in December (short Course)Autodesk University$2,000 / plus travel The School of Human Sciences Director has stated that professional development funds allocated to faculty may be applied to this training.


SUMMARY From the outlined planned above my goal is learn the necessary electronic tools to move the advanced courses in interior design to a higher level. Taking the time to focus on two of the digital programs AutoCAD and Revit will enable the interior design program to develop curriculum change and allow faculty to assist our students on projects. The goal is to better serve the students and contribute the program to grow. TECHNICAL REFERENCE Attached is a letter from a licensed interior design. Letter from Kitchen Source Letter from PBK Architects / Engineering

Swearingen, S. B. (Principal), "Tony Torrice Grant for Professional Development", Currently Under

Review, Sponsored by International Furnishings and Design Association, Private, $1,500.00. (September 1, 2012 - May 15, 2013). Development of SFA Design Center Our university is located two and half hours to the closes metropolitan area, not allowing our interior design program to make many day trips to a design center or a showroom of furniture manufacturers. As a designer it is a known fact that actually touching and seeing furniture in person can clinch a sale of a product. As coordinator my vision was to create an in-house showroom that would benefit the university but assist us in five objectives. In addition, the procurement office on university campus agrees with the need of having the services of an interior designer to assist in the selections of furniture used on campus. The interior design program and procurement department have collaborated with formulating a “Design Center” (In house showroom) to assist departments on campus in selecting appropriate furniture to be used in classrooms, offices and public spaces. Our goal is to select five top educational manufactures to invite them to display their products. In meetings with the procurement office it was noted that most departments at our university allow the department chairs or administrative assistants to select the furniture. No consideration of warranties, durability and ergonomics were emphasized and no one with interior design expertise was being used in specifying the appropriate product. As coordinator of an interior design program the objectives to enhance a program in rural areas are: 1.Generate an avenue to create an in-house showroom that highlights classroom, office and public furniture used in higher educational facilities. 2.Guest speakers with current topics (utilizing representatives of furniture manufactures to speak) 3.Internship possibilities within the university (allowing students to apply and work in-house showroom) 4.Opportunity for university interior design students to learn more about commercial furniture 5.Network opportunity for students and representatives of manufactures. In order to further develop the in-house showroom and publish my findings I would like to met and attend a AUID (Association of University Interior Designers) conference to understand how other universities are setting up furniture standard policies and selecting the appropriate manufactures for the three areas: classroom, offices and public spaces. In addition, set a meeting with Allsteel main office in researching why they are specified and rated one of the top educational furniture manufactures. Preliminary discussions with other educational designers on specifying the appropriate furniture and with Allsteel administrations are in the works. With budget cuts at universities today, travel funds have been deleted to almost nothing making research hard. The five days of meetings with other interior designers in a higher education setting and with the designers and corporate administration of Allsteel will assist in my research and assist in publishing my findings.


For the past two years in setting up the “Design Center” I have secured a space within the university, met with top educational manufactures representatives to determine their backing of displaying in the center. Secured a graduate assistantship position to assist in projects on campus, set up an internship program for four students per semester to learn about furniture and assist in projects and further developed the collaboration between the procurement office and the interior design program. My goal is to receive upper administrative support and secure a part-time or full time position to assist with projects. The one on one meeting’s will assist in further development of the Design Center.

Swearingen, S. B. (Principal), "Elizabeth Brown Grant for Interior Design Programs", Currently Under

Review, Sponsored by International Furnishings and Design Association, Private, $1,000.00. (August 1, 2012 - May 15, 2013). Program Overview The Stephen F. Austin State University (SFASU) Interior Design program is a part of the School of Human Sciences and has been accredited Foundation of Interior Design Association & Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) / Foundation of Interior Design Education Research (FIDER) since 1982. The Mission of the School of Human Sciences is to prepare professionals to see and apply knowledge of Human Sciences for the benefit of individuals, families and communities in a global environment. The mission of the Interior Design program supports the larger vision of the university, college, and school while highlighting the uniqueness of the design discipline. The resulting program mission is to provide an academic foundation which equips graduates to design interior spaces that merge a passion for beauty with a responsible concern for safety, economy, and utility. Values that underlie this mission include the following: •Well designed environments promote human well-being physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. •Home environments shape the lives of individuals and families; work environments contribute to job efficiency and productivity. •Interior spaces can be safe and functional while simultaneously creative, harmonious, and healthful. •Ethical practices are important in the area of design as in other professional disciplines. •Future designers will be expected to offer solutions to complex environmental needs in a society of diminishing resources. •Interior design is a global profession; students should appreciate the diversity and preferences of other cultures. •Interior design is a service profession to be practiced by caring individuals who value the needs of others. •A positive attitude, personal integrity, strong work ethic, design competence, and interest in life-long learning are the keys to professionalism and success. •Faculty should be role models of professionalism. Interior Design currently has 96 students and three full time faculty members and one adjunct. Three have terminal degrees in interior design and our adjunct faculty member has a M.S. in interior design. Two are NCIDQ certified and the third was grandfathered into Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. The faculty at SFASU has a variety of interests from research of healthcare, codes, residential design, sustainable, commercial and residential furniture and furnishing used in interior design which assist in the programs mission with the need of the new and updated codes book. The SFASU student chapter of American Society of Interior Design (Student Chapter of ASID) has been in existence since 1979 and is an active organization that works to generate a


networking environment of manufacturer’s representatives and professionals in the area. The group has also been able to sponsor several continued education classes which help to promote networking as well. Interior Design is currently expanded its student interiors groups by offering the opportunities to join student chapter of International Interior Design Association (IIDA) last year and the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) in 2012/13. Project Need The Stephen F. Austin State University School of Human Sciences’ Interior Design program is applying for the Elizabeth Brown Grant to obtain funding to update the program’s code library which will enhance the current curriculum. ASID, IIDA, ICC, TBAE and IDEC all stress a concern for and emphasize the designer’s responsibility for human welfare and safety. The Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) website states, “It is our mission to ensure a safe built environment for Texas by regulating the professions of architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design. All eight CEPH must include the study of subjects related to your profession and be pertinent to the health, safety, and welfare of the public.” SFASU’s Interior Design program takes pride in implementing interior and building codes in its upper level studios and currently begins its program by offering an interior codes class, HMS 290 Codes and Materials for sophomores. However, the program is in need of updating and receiving new code books that would be used in the HMS 290 Codes class and in the five upper level Interior Design studios. The books will be placed in the program library for all faculty and students to use as a reference. Our current code books are dated 2009 and we need to update our library to 2012. The requested books have been selected from the International Code Council (ICC): 2012 International Building Code (IBC) 2012 International Residential Code for One-and Two Family Dwellings 2012 International Energy Conservation Code 2012 Existing Building Code 2012 Commentary Code book for each listed above HMS 290- The Interior Codes course requires students to purchase the The Codes Guidebook for Interiors by Harmon which references the IBC. Having the books in our library will assist students work through problems in the codes class plus assure solutions in the upper level studios. Having both the commentary and code book will assist students in finding the best solutions to their design problems. HMS 312 – Residential Design focuses on residential interiors. The course does not require students to purchase the code book but faculty review residential codes that need to be implemented in course projects. Having access to the International Residential Code book in addition to the commentary will give students a chance to review and look up the codes. The goal is to give students worksheets that will require them to access the code books. HMS 314 – The Construction Course focuses on residential and commercial code projects. Having all of the code books previously listed will give faculty and students an advantage that will allow them to achieve their best work. The course currently allows students to work with a local building owner who is considering revitalizing his empty building space. Having students compare the existing building codes with ICC building code will assist students to see what difference from new to existing construction. This is very beneficial as it allows them to apply the knowledge that they gain. HMS 410 – Environmental Factors utilizes 2009 International Energy Conservation Code for much of the course material and having the current 2012 will enable us to keep up. Having access to the book will assist students and faculty in preparing for the course and reviewing its concepts. HMS 412 and HMS 414- Commercial Design uses the International Code book from HMS 290 but having the commentary books will assist in evaluating the correct code to use, and having an International Code book in our library will allow for quick referencing. The program has had to borrow several code inspectors’ and architects’ commentary books in the past to assist in project clarification. The Interior Design program takes great pride in assisting and implementing local projects. Its members have designed four Boys & Girls Clubs facilities in the east Texas region, as well as the


city’s library and recreational center with the assistance of a local engineer. University budget cutbacks have left the program without the means to keep the library updated. Having updated code books will assist in many courses and help faculty members to further emphasize to students how important and relevant the codes are to the completion of the work.

Swearingen, S. B. (Principal), Bridwell, L. (Co-Principal), Perritt, M. R. (Supporting), Williams, S. M.

(Supporting), "Transportable Digital Portfolios, A New Alternative", Funded, Sponsored by PAVE Grant / The Planning and Visual Education Partnership, Private, $10,000.00. (October 2012 - March 2013). In the past, SFA programs have marketed students by hosting an annual senior design show on campus. With the economy's present state and the location of the campus, most firms are not visiting campus for recruitment, therefore, SFA programs must be more resourceful. With the grant, a new technology, Transportable Digital Portfolios, can be created. With this advancement, the exhibit can be transported to high schools, community college, design trade shows, and other venues to promote student success. Implementing this tool will also help with the teaching and practicing of being green. This program will impact 90 students per year.

Swearingen, S. B. (Principal), "Development of SFA Design Center", Not Funded, Sponsored by Tony

Torrice Grant for Professional Development, Other, $1,500.00. (June 26, 2011 - December 2012). Development of SFA Design Center Stephen F. Austin State University is located two and half hours to the closes metropolitan area, which hinders the interior design program from making many day trips to a design center or a showroom of furniture manufacturers. As a designer it is a known fact that actually touching and seeing furniture in person can clinch a sale of a product. As coordinator my vision was to create an in-house showroom that would benefit the university but assist us in five objectives. In addition, the procurement office on university campus agrees with the need of having the services of an interior designer to assist in the selections of furniture used on campus. The interior design program and procurement department have collaborated with formulating a “Design Center” (In house showroom) to assist departments on campus in selecting appropriate furniture to be used in classrooms, offices and public spaces. Our goal is to select five top educational manufactures to invite them to display their products. In meetings with the procurement office it was noted that most departments at our university allow the department chairs or administrative assistants to select the furniture. No consideration of warranties, durability and ergonomics were emphasized and no one with interior design expertise was being used in specifying the appropriate product. As coordinator of an interior design program the objectives to enhance a program in rural areas are: 1.Generate an avenue to create an in-house showroom that highlights classroom, office and public furniture used in higher educational facilities. 2.Guest speakers with current topics (utilizing representatives of furniture manufactures to speak) 3.Internship possibilities within the university (allowing students to apply and work in-house showroom) 4.Opportunity for university interior design students to learn more about commercial furniture 5.Network opportunity for students and representatives of manufactures. In order to further develop the in-house showroom and publish my findings I would like to met and attend a AUID (Association of University Interior Designers) conference to understand how other universities are setting up furniture standard policies and selecting the appropriate manufactures for the three areas: classroom, offices and public spaces. In addition, set a meeting with Allsteel


main office in researching why they are specified and rated one of the top educational furniture manufactures. Preliminary discussions with other educational designers on specifying the appropriate furniture and with Allsteel administrations are in the works. With budget cuts at universities today, travel funds have been deleted to almost nothing making research hard. The five days of meetings with other interior designers in a higher education setting and with the designers and corporate administration of Allsteel will assist in my research and assist in publishing my findings. For the past two years in setting up the “Design Center” I have secured a space within the university, met with top educational manufactures representatives to determine their backing of displaying in the center. Secured a graduate assistantship position to assist in projects on campus, set up an internship program for four students per semester to learn about furniture and assist in projects and further developed the collaboration between the procurement office and the interior design program. My goal is to receive upper administrative support and secure a part-time or full time position to assist with projects. The one on one meeting’s will assist in further development of the Design Center. Tony Torrice Grant for Professional Development

Swearingen, S. B. (Principal), "Codes Update", Not Funded, Sponsored by International Furnishings and

Design Association, Private, $1,000.00. (June 2011 - December 2012). Program Overview The Stephen F. Austin State University (SFASU) Interior Design program is a part of the School of Human Sciences and has been accredited Foundation of Interior Design Association & Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) / Foundation of Interior Design Education Research (FIDER) since 1982. The Mission of the School of Human Sciences is to prepare professionals to see and apply knowledge of Human Sciences for the benefit of individuals, families and communities in a global environment. The mission of the Interior Design program supports the larger vision of the university, college, and school while highlighting the uniqueness of the design discipline. The resulting program mission is to provide an academic foundation which equips graduates to design interior spaces that merge a passion for beauty with a responsible concern for safety, economy, and utility. Values that underlie this mission include the following: •Well designed environments promote human well-being physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. •Home environments shape the lives of individuals and families; work environments contribute to job efficiency and productivity. •Interior spaces can be safe and functional while simultaneously creative, harmonious, and healthful. •Ethical practices are important in the area of design as in other professional disciplines. •Future designers will be expected to offer solutions to complex environmental needs in a society of diminishing resources. •Interior design is a global profession; students should appreciate the diversity and preferences of other cultures. •Interior design is a service profession to be practiced by caring individuals who value the needs of others. •A positive attitude, personal integrity, strong work ethic, design competence, and interest in life-long learning are the keys to professionalism and success. •Faculty should be role models of professionalism.


Interior Design currently has 96 students and three full time faculty members and one adjunct. Three have terminal degrees in interior design and our adjunct faculty member has a M.S. in interior design. Two are NCIDQ certified and the third was grandfathered into Texas Board of Architectural Examiners. The faculty at SFASU has a variety of interests from research of healthcare, codes, residential design, sustainable, commercial and residential furniture and furnishing used in interior design which assist in the programs mission with the need of the new and updated codes book. The SFASU student chapter of American Society of Interior Design (Student Chapter of ASID) has been in existence since 1979 and is an active organization that works to generate a networking environment of manufacturer’s representatives and professionals in the area. The group has also been able to sponsor several continued education classes which help to promote networking as well. Interior Design is currently expanded its student interiors groups by offering the opportunities to join student chapter of International Interior Design Association (IIDA) last year and the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA) in 2012/13. Project Need The Stephen F. Austin State University School of Human Sciences’ Interior Design program is applying for the Elizabeth Brown Grant to obtain funding to update the program’s code library which will enhance the current curriculum. ASID, IIDA, ICC, TBAE and IDEC all stress a concern for and emphasize the designer’s responsibility for human welfare and safety. The Texas Board of Architectural Examiners (TBAE) website states, “It is our mission to ensure a safe built environment for Texas by regulating the professions of architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design. All eight CEPH must include the study of subjects related to your profession and be pertinent to the health, safety, and welfare of the public.” SFASU’s Interior Design program takes pride in implementing interior and building codes in its upper level studios and currently begins its program by offering an interior codes class, HMS 290 Codes and Materials for sophomores. However, the program is in need of updating and receiving new code books that would be used in the HMS 290 Codes class and in the five upper level Interior Design studios. The books will be placed in the program library for all faculty and students to use as a reference. Our current code books are dated 2009 and we need to update our library to 2012. The requested books have been selected from the International Code Council (ICC): 2012 International Building Code (IBC) 2012 International Residential Code for One-and Two Family Dwellings 2012 International Energy Conservation Code 2012 Existing Building Code 2012 Commentary Code book for each listed above HMS 290- The Interior Codes course requires students to purchase the The Codes Guidebook for Interiors by Harmon which references the IBC. Having the books in our library will assist students work through problems in the codes class plus assure solutions in the upper level studios. Having both the commentary and code book will assist students in finding the best solutions to their design problems. HMS 312 – Residential Design focuses on residential interiors. The course does not require students to purchase the code book but faculty review residential codes that need to be implemented in course projects. Having access to the International Residential Code book in addition to the commentary will give students a chance to review and look up the codes. The goal is to give students worksheets that will require them to access the code books. HMS 314 – The Construction Course focuses on residential and commercial code projects. Having all of the code books previously listed will give faculty and students an advantage that will allow them to achieve their best work. The course currently allows students to work with a local building owner who is considering revitalizing his empty building space. Having students compare the existing building codes with ICC building code will assist students to see what difference from new to existing construction. This is very beneficial as it allows them to apply the knowledge that they gain. HMS 410 – Environmental Factors utilizes 2009 International Energy Conservation Code for much of the course material and having the current 2012 will enable us to keep up. Having


access to the book will assist students and faculty in preparing for the course and reviewing its concepts. HMS 412 and HMS 414- Commercial Design uses the International Code book from HMS 290 but having the commentary books will assist in evaluating the correct code to use, and having an International Code book in our library will allow for quick referencing. The program has had to borrow several code inspectors’ and architects’ commentary books in the past to assist in project clarification. The Interior Design program takes great pride in assisting and implementing local projects. Its members have designed four Boys & Girls Clubs facilities in the east Texas region, as well as the city’s library and recreational center with the assistance of a local engineer. University budget cutbacks have left the program without the means to keep the library updated. Having updated code books will assist in many courses and help faculty members to further emphasize to students how important and relevant the codes are to the completion of the work. Elizabeth Brown Grant for Interior Design Programs

CONSULTING Mr. & Mrs. Bo Miller, Farm in West Virginia, approximately 30 hours spent for the year. (September 1,

2015 - August 31, 2016). Reviewed and assisted on interior and exterior materials on family home in West Virginia that was being restored.

Mr. & Mrs. Bo Miller, Raquet, approximately 40 hours spent for the year. (September 1, 2014 - August 31,

2015). After the construction drawings of the residence worked on finishes and furnishing for the client.

Stephen F. Austin State University, SFA / Nacogdoches, approximately 1200 hours spent for the year.

(September 2012 - August 2013). As Director of the SFA Design Center, I trained current staff and interns. Direct and organize jobs on campus and design office, classrooms and public spaces used throughout campus. Designs include: working drawings, specifications, quotes and presentations.

SFA Campus, SFA Campus, approximately 1040 hours spent for the year. (September 1, 2011 - August

28, 2012). Worked with Graduate Assistant and student interns from Interior Design program at SFA. Interior Projects on campus. Reviewed all jobs. Some of the jobs included Classrooms, office, lobbies, etc. Departments included: Military Science, College of Business, Chemistry, Communication, STEM Center, History, OIT, Library, University Police, Global Media & Contemporary Culture, History Department, Government, Purchasing, College of Forestry, School of Social work, Bioloby, Department, etc. Aprox. Jobs totally $500,00. plus.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE (Five-year) Stephen F. Austin University, Summer 2, 2017

HMS 420 501, Practicum Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2017 HMS 414 1, Commercial Design II Computer HMS 414 50, Commercial Design II Lab

HMS 314 1, Building Construction Systems HMS 314 050, Building Construction Systems Lab HMS 418 1, Professional Practice


Stephen F. Austin State University, Fall 2015

HMS 412 01, Commercial Design 1 Computer HMS 412 050, Commercial Design 1 Lab HMS 319, Codes and Materials HMS 310 01, Residential Design HMS 310 50 Residential Design Lab

Stephen F. Austin State University, Summer 2 2016

HMS 100 501, Foundations in Human Sciences HMS 420 502, Practicum

Stephen F. Austin State University, Spring 2016

HMS 414 1, Commercial Design II Computer HMS 414 50, Commercial Design II Lab HMS 322 501, Facility Planning/Management


HMS 576 601, Advanced Graduate Studies HMS 413 1, Interior Design Port. Devel. HMS 311 1, Interior Materials & Cabinetry HMS 419 1, Merchandising Procedures HMS 113 1, Pre-ID Portfolio Development HMS 508 601, Sustainable Factors in Hum Sci

Stephen F. Austin State University, Summer 1 2015

HMS 314 50, Building Construction Sys Lab HMS 314 1, Building Construction Systems

Stephen F. Austin State University, Maymester 2015

HMS 426 3, Field Experiences in HMS HMS 526 1, Field Experiences in HMS


HMS 525 601, Ambulatory Care Facilities HMS 319 1, Codes and Materials HMS 414 1, Commercial Design II Computer HMS 414 50, Commercial Design II Lab


HMS 413 1, Interior Design Port. Devel. HMS 311 1, Interior Materials & Cabinetry HMS 419 1, Merchandising Procedures HMS 508 601, Sustainable Factors in Hum Sci


HMS 575 1, Advanced Graduate Studies HMS 314 50, Building Construction Sys Lab HMS 314 1, Building Construction Systems HMS 414 1, Commercial Design II Computer HMS 414 50, Commercial Design II Lab


HMS 319 1, Codes and Materials HMS 206 50, Fund of Interior Design Lab HMS 206 1, Fundamentals of Interior Desgn


HMS 413 1, Interior Design Port. Devel. Stephen F. Austin State University, Summer 1 2013

HMS 100 501, Foundations in Human Sciences HMS 100 550, Foundations in Human Sciences


HMS 314 1, Building Construction Systems HMS 314 50, Building Construction Systems HMS 414 1, Commercial Design II Computer HMS 414 50, Commercial Design II Computer


HMS 290 1, Codes & Materials HMS 208 1, Creative Design Studio HMS 208 50, Creative Design Studio-Lab HMS 508 601, Sustainable Factors in Hum Sci

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE OR VOLUNTEER WORK HCC Articulation / Partnership (August 1, 2017)

Activity Description Worked with Houston Community College administration on an articulation that would provide an avenue for students to remain in Houston to receive a Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design. ID Faculty mapped out courses that would enable students to either take on-line courses or courses on the HCC campus.

Zoning Board, City of Nacogdoches. (Sept 1, 2015- July 2017) Reviewed request, researched and attended monthly meetings.

Space Modification Committee, Member, approximately 25 hours spent for the year. (September 1, 2015

- August 31, 2016). Activity Description Go when necessary to the proposed locations submitted to confirm what has been requested. Sometimes research request of technology, furniture and space changes. Represent the academic side of the committee to assure that non-academicians understand the academic side and what is necessary tools, spaces, etc. needed to teach and deliver content of a course.

Energy and Sustainability Committee, Member, approximately 2 hours spent for the year. (September 1,

2014 - August 2016). Activity Description Provide input on sustainable ideas, web-page and in addition meet with student groups. Development of website, suggested policies to administration, formed focus group with interested student groups interested in sustainable issues.

Academic Liaison of Design Center, Advisor, approximately 8 hours spent for the year. (September 1,

2014 - August 2015). Activity Description Give input of work flow and new products found. Liaison of Speaker series for Design Center. Planned and implemented approximately 8 speakers/ CEU's to come to SFA for professionals in the area and for the interior design and interior merchandising students.

Space Modification Committee, Member, approximately 25 hours spent for the year. (September 1, 2013

- August 31, 2015). Activity Description


Assisted in creation of form and the process of form usage throughout campus. Review, evaluate and determine appropriateness. Meet with committee when forms are turned in. Digital Form is being used university wide to assist in a better communication process of what is actually being done on the campus. This allows administration to confirm what is being done on campus, along with facilities to manage work that needs to be implemented on campus.

Advisory of National Society Collegiate Scholars, Advisor, approximately 120 hours spent for the year.

(August 28, 2011 - August 28, 2014). Activity Description Attend meetings, some of community service activities - backpack program. visiting nursing homes, disability fishing, attend officers meeting and attending initiation. Received one of the highest honors, Silver

Director of SFA Design Center, Director, approximately 720 hours spent for the year. (September 2012 -

August 2013). SEMC Committee, Member, approximately 30 hours spent for the year. (August 2010 - August 2012).

Activity Description Developed a preliminary web-site. Presented web-site ideas and story board layouts. Members developed goals and mission for the committee.

Director of SFA Design Center, Director, approximately 1000 hours spent for the year. (September 2009 -

August 2012). Activity Description Meet with different departments to learn about furniture needs. Secure speakers for departments and students. Provide an avenue for interior design students to learn about commercial furniture. Assisted departments with appropriate purchases for classroom and public areas.

Perkins College of Education Council, Member, approximately 12 hours spent for the year. (September 1,

2015 - August 31, 2016). Activity Description As a member of the committee the committee was split into two teams, Travel and Staff Appreciation. I served on planning and executing the staff appreciation. In addition, emailed and asked faculty in the School of Human Sciences for issues or concerns they had. Duties of the Staff appreciation were to identify all staff members in each department and assure they were aware of the date. In addition, our main responsibility was to be a conduit on issues in the college to the Dean.

Clinical Practice & Field Experience Advisory Council, Co-chairperson, approximately 12 hours spent for

the year. (September 1, 2014 - August 31, 2016). Activity Description Gave input and perspective on the professional side of COE Field Experience Advisory Council. Asked to lead the professional program meeting for Fall 2016 during data, in which I recruited Solomon to assist. After much dialogue within the committee, it was determined to have breakout sessions with the two different groups. Dispositions and hours were discussed. Worked on COE dispositions for the professional programs. Discussed cultural differences between the different professional programs in the College of Education.

Letters of Recommendations, Advisor, approximately 8 hours spent for the year. (September 1, 2014 -

August 31, 2017). Activity Description This past year many hours were spent with students writing letters, for scholarships, internships, graduate school references and reference letters for job opportunities.


Wrote letters for Alexis Reado - got her job; Trace Edwards - got his job; Rani Penny - got her job; Sarah Scarborough - got her internship; Julie Sills - got her job, Bret Butler - got his job in Australia. These are just a few, there are many for scholarship applications, and for alums seeking new employment.

Guest Lecture, Faculty, approximately 2 hours spent for the year. (November 2014).

Activity Description Worked with Interior Design seniors to present a presentation to incoming freshman about Interior Design and Interior Merchandising. Interior Design faculty work to keep a current PowerPoint to present to incoming freshman and use as a recruitment tool

Coordinator of Interior Design Program, Coordinator of Program, approximately 300 hours spent for the

year. (August 2012 - December 2013). Activity Description Coordinate, Schedule, work with students, supervise assessments, internship meetings and ID meetings. Faculty in ID/ IM working together for a common goal.

Advising, Co-advisor, approximately 30 hours spent for the year. (October 20, 2013 - November 15,

2013). Advising, Co-advisor, approximately 30 hours spent for the year. (September 2012 - August 2013).

Activity Description Evaluate transfer credits Evaluate and send report to Advising Center for students transfer credit to be accepted

Coordinator of Interior Design Program, Coordinator, approximately 180 hours spent for the year. (August

27, 2011 - August 28, 2012). Activity Description Update student manual, organized meetings with faculty. Through donations and HEF funds designed and completed a student area break area for students, re-designed the resource room to create conferencing space within the space and put our Interior Design and Interior Merchandising student manual on our website for students.

Conference Speaker at Jacks Council on Family Relations, Guest Speaker, approximately 10 hours spent

for the year. (April 28, 2012). Activity Description We did a one hour presentation on "Decorating on a Budget" The three of us prepared a slide show of ideas and did four hands-on ideas to demonstrate.

Nacogdoches Zoning Board, Nacogdoches, Texas. Commissioner, approximately 28 hours spent for the

year, (September 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016). Activity Description Review the proposed request and determine if we as commissioners should pass the proposal. Go to each request to confirm what is being asked. As a commissioner for the city, we as a board have proven to uphold the best interest of the cities constituents.

NCIDQ, Nacogdoches, Texas. Ambassador - Task Force, approximately 25 hours spent for the year,

(September 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016). Activity Description As an ambassador give presentations to faculty, students explaining what NCIDQ means and the importance of passing the exam. Presenting via virtual to 4 different universities.


IDEC Interior Design Educators Council, Regional, Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, Louisiana, Mexico. South West Regional Chair, approximately 150 hours spent for the year, (June 1, 2015 - August 31, 2016). Activity Description Worked with Regional committees: Regional Abstract Proceedings Coordinator, Creative Scholarship Coordinator, Grants, and Awards Committee, Student Design Coordinator, Communication Liaison, Graduate Student Committee and special task committees. Had a successful regional conference in Colorado, membership grew by 3 members. Different committees involved more of the membership.

CIDA Council for Interior Design Accreditation, San Antonio, Texas. Consultant, approximately 20 hours

spent for the year, (May 15, 2016 - June 15, 2016). Activity Description Meet with Dean, Department Chair and Program Coordinator about the planning and reviewed Incarnate Word interior design curriculum for a CIDA visit planned three years out. The curriculum was sent earlier to review and then spent two nine hour days reviewing and making suggestions on curriculum changes and projects necessary to meet the standards for CIDA.

LOVE INC, Nacogdoches, Texas. Chairperson, approximately 50 hours spent for the year, (September 1,

2015 - February 29, 2016). Activity Description Assisted with Love INC in a local fundraiser for the organization. Provided a new concept for fundraising and gathering the community together to learn about Love INC. Approximately $45,000 was raised to benefit the less fortunate in Nacogdoches. Members of the community rallied together to accomplish this goal and event.

Accreditation Council / Council for Interior Design Accreditation, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Board of

Directors invited me to continue appointment as CIDA site visitor. Approximately 60 hours spent for the year, (September 1, 2014 - August 2015). Activity Description Appointed by National Board of Directors to continue as a CIDA site visitor for another 3 years. Was invited back for a refresher training in September 2014. Summary of effectiveness rating: 5 (with 5 being the highest) out of 4 previous site visits.

CIDA Council for Interior Design Accreditation, Ft. Collins, Colorado. Reviewer, approximately 50 hours

spent for the year, (April 2015). Activity Description One of three site visitor who receives the interior designs programs report to review then go to their campus for three days to review student work, talk to administration and faculty. After site visit, team writes a detailed report. Report was written and board approved.

Texas Tech Tenure Committee, Lubbock, TX. Reviewer, approximately 4 hours spent for the year, (March

2015). Activity Description Outside reviewer for an external review of Kristi Gaines, Tenure package. Reviewed packet and replied to committee.

CIDA Council for Interior Design Accreditation, East Lansing, Michigan. Reviewer, approximately 25

hours spent for the year, (September 20, 2014 - September 23, 2014). Activity Description One of three site visitors who receives the interior design programs report to review, then goes to their campus for three days to review student work, talk to administration and faculty. After site visit, team writes a detailed report.


Report was written and board approved. Parks Board, Nacogdoches, TX. Member, approximately 10 hours spent for the year, (September 1, 2013

- August 31, 2014). Activity Description Met and reviewed policies, parks, to determine goals and directions. Dog Park, evaluation of all parks

IDEC Interior Design Educators Council, Southwest Region, Regional, TX, Okla, Colorado, LA, Ark &

New Mexico. Reviewer, approximately 25 hours spent for the year, (July 2011 - August 2014). Activity Description Reviewer for Southwest Region Creative Scholars submittal. Chaired

Nacogdoches Zoning Board of Adjustments Commission, Nacogdoches, Texas. Board of Advisors,

approximately 13 hours spent for the year, (June 17, 2007 - December 2013). Activity Description This board meets to review zoning issues. Commissioner’s work together to ensure zoning laws are meet and if variances are granted they are in keeping with Cities goals

IDEC Interior Design Educators Council, Southwest Region. Committee Chair, approximately 25 hours

spent for the year, (June 2013 - August 2013). Activity Description Creative Scholar Chair for Southwest Region. Organized submittals, organized and secured reviewers, reviewed the South Regions submission. Secured 5 reviewers: 3 professionals and 2 educators. Reviewed 35 submissions, evaluated and rated. Top 1 was selected for South region to present and be published in proceedings.

IDEC Marketing Committee. Committee Chair, approximately 18 hours spent for the year, (June 2012 -

March 2013). Activity Description Chaired the Marketing Committee to review what has been done in the past and what the IDEC organization could do to market themselves: To the profession, to the industry- manufactures and to future educators. Outlined ideas and gave a proposal to executive committee

IDEC Interior Design Educators Council. Reviewer, approximately 25 hours spent for the year, (July 2011

- August 2012). Activity Description Reviewed presentation proceedings for IDEC Southwest Regional Conference

Nacogdoches Park and Recreation Board, Nacogdoches, Texas. Board of Directors, approximately 10

hours spent for the year, (January 1, 2007 - August 31, 2012). Activity Description Review ideas and discuss opportunities.