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- 1. Rachel J. Eike, PhD Assistant Professor Office Address: Apparel Design & ProductDevelopment Once BearPlace #97346 Department ofFamily & ConsumerSciences Waco, Texas 76798 Collegeof Health & Human Sciences Office Phone: (254) 710-7585 Baylor University Email: rachel_eike@baylor.edu PROFESSORIATE 2016 Baylor University, Waco, TX Current Assistant Professor Apparel Design & Product Development Instructional Responsibilities: ADM 2373, ADM 3301, & ADM 4371 (Course descriptions below) 2014-2016 Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA Assistant Professor Fashion Merchandising & Apparel Design ACADEMIC BACKGROUND 2014 Ph.D. Oklahoma State University, Stillwater May Doctorate of Philosophy in Human Sciences Focus: Leadership and Sustainability Education Dissertation: Exploring Personal Capacities of Student Leaders for Sustainable Development: Paths and Practices 2009 M.S. Oklahoma State University, Stillwater December Masters of Sciences in Design Housing & Merchandising Focus: Functional Design Thesis: New Insights into Ultraviolet Protective Properties of Natural Treatments on Cotton and Wool Fabrics. 2007 B.S. Iowa State University of Science and Technology, Ames May Major area: Apparel Merchandising Design & Production Focus: Creative Design 2006 Accademia Italiana, Florence, Italy Fall Area of Study: Apparel Design Focus: Creative Design & Fiber Arts PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS & QUALIFICATIONS Certifications 2016 Certificate of Teaching in Higher Education (awarded by the CT2 - Centers for May Teaching & Technology)
- 2. Rachel.J. Eike Page 2 of 11 This certificate programis designed to foster experiential,investigativeand reflectiveapproaches to teaching and student learning.It calls for a commitment to learning-centered and reflectiveteaching. Georgia Southern University 2013 University Faculty Preparation Certification (awarded by Graduate College) May This certificate programis designed to make doctoral students morecompetitivefor tenure-trackfaculty positions. It involves formal and informal instruction in pedagogy through select coursework,observations of exemplary instruction and practical experiencein developing materials for and conducting a coursein the students discipline. Oklahoma StateUniversity Endorsements 2014 Endorsement in Program Assessment (awarded by University Assessment) May The purposeof theProgramAssessment Endorsement is to develop knowledgeof programassessment philosophy, techniques,and methods leading to the ability to implement robust programassessment practices in a participants respectiveunit(s).Oklahoma StateUniversity PUBLICATIONS Refereed publications Eike, R., Osteen, S., & Irick, E. (2016). Future-casting sustainability education: Making a case for informal avenues. Journal of Sustainability Education. (Under Review) Eike, R., Rowell, A., & Mihuta, T. (2016). Technology & career preparation: Using virtual interview recordings (VIRs) in an apparel, design, & textiles (ADT) professional seminar course. Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences, 108 (2), 27-37. Doi: 10.14307/JFCS108.2.27 Eike, R., Armstrong, C., Hiller-Connell, K., LeHew, M., Anderson, B., & Hustvedt, G. (2014). Integrating sustainability into a social science: What are the essentials? Journal of Sustainability Education, 7. Retrieved from http://www.jsedimensions.org/wordpress/december-2014-the-international-mix/. Muske, G., Fitzgerald, M. A., Hayes, G. W., Black, M., Chin, L, MacClure (Eike), R., & Mashburn, A. (2009). The intermingling of family and business financial resources: Comparing copreneurial and noncopreneurial couples. Financial Counseling and Planning, 20(2), 27-47. DESIGN EXHIBITIONS Juried Design Exhibits Eike, R. (2016). Rouge Mistral. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Design Exhibition and Competition. Vancouver, British Colombia Canada. ITAA proceedings: proceedings of the annual meeting of the International Textile & Apparel Association, Inc., November 8-11, 2016, Vancouver, Canada. Monument, Colo.: ITAA. (proceeding is yet to be posted online) Eike, R. (2015). Rosso Mistral. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Design Exhibition and Competition. Santa Fe, New Mexico. ITAA proceedings: proceedings of the annual meeting of the International Textile & Apparel Association, Inc., November 9-13, 2015, Santa Fe, New Mexico. Monument, Colo.: ITAA. (proceeding is yet to be posted online)
- 3. Rachel.J. Eike Page 3 of 11 Eike, R. (2015). Cotton Candy Summer. American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences Annual Conference. Apparel, Textiles, and Design Juried Design Showcase. Jacksonville, Florida. Eike, R. (2013). Olivine. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Live Gallery Design Competition and Runway Show. New Orleans, Louisiana. ITAA proceedings, #70: proceedings of the annual meeting of the International Textile & Apparel Association, Inc., October 15-18, 2013, New Orleans, Louisiana. Monument, Colo.: ITAA. Retrieved from www.itaaonline.org. Eike, R. (2010). In Knots. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Live Gallery Design Competition and Runway Show. Montreal, Quebec, Canada. ITAA proceedings, #67: proceedings of the annual meeting of the International Textile & Apparel Association, Inc., October 27-30, 2010, Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Monument, Colo.: ITAA. Retrieved from www.itaaonline.org. Eike, R. (2010). Desert Rose in Tokyo. Queen Sirikit Institute of Sericulture Peacock Standard of Thai Silk Design Competition. Bangkok, Thailand. MacClure (Eike), R. (2007). Paisley. Painted Batik Silk Scarf. Accessory Design Competition. Reflect Fashion Show. Ames, Iowa. MacClure (Eike), R. (2007). Footprints. Traditional Tjanting multi-dye-dip Batik Silk Scarf. Accessory Design Competition. Reflect Fashion Show. Ames, Iowa. MacClure (Eike), R. (2007). Eye-Candy Swimwear. Apparel Collection Competition. Reflect Fashion Show. Ames, Iowa. Design Exhibits (non-refereed) Eike, R. (2011). Harem Chic. Project MJ Design Competition. Designer Judged Live Runway Show at Miss Jacksons Department Store; Utica Square. Publication in Tulsa People Magazine, Nov. issue pg. 98. MacClure (Eike), R. (2006). Fuji Studio Design Showcase. Creative Showcase. Display of silk batik, screen prints, & couture suit tailoring techniques. Florence, Italy PRESENTATIONS Refereed Presentations =Indicates Oral Presentation =Indicates Poster Presentation Eike, R., & Myers, B., & Sturges, D. (2016). Incorporating service learning into the apparel curriculum through a mending and alteration shop. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Vancouver, British Columbia. Oral Presentation. Eike, R., & Myers, B (2016). Building confidence and sustainability awareness through garment mending services: The stitch shop story. Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education annual conference. Baltimore, Maryland. Case Study Presentation via Combined Panel Discussion: Assessing Course Impact: Three Models of Sustainability Evaluation
- 4. Rachel.J. Eike Page 4 of 11 Eike, R., Osteen, S., & Irick, E. (2016). Exploring student leaders for sustainable development: Components and personal practices. Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education annual conference. Baltimore, Maryland. Poster Presentation. Eike, R., Myers, B., & Sturges, D (2016). Learning through service: assessing the effectiveness of the FMAD stitch shop. Georgia Southern University Research Symposium. Statesboro, Georgia. Poster Presentation. Eike, R., Myers, B., Sturges, D, & Parker, T. (2016). Service learning through an on-campus alterations shop. Gulf-South Summit on Service-Learning and Civic Engagement through Higher Education. Savannah, Georgia. Student-led Poster Presentation. Eike, R., Myers, B., & Sturges, D (2016). Service learning through clothing alteration: A study with fashion students. SoTL Commons Conference. Savannah, Georgia. Poster Presentation. Iarmolenko, S. & Eike, R. (2016). Interdisciplinary collaboration in fostering multicultural efficacy: The unexpected companionship of tourism and fashion. Academy of Leisure Sciences (ALS) Teaching Institute Annual Conference. Greenville, North Carolina. Oral Presentation. Adomaitis, A., Saiki, D., Schofield, S., Sanders, E., Eike, R., & Myers, B. (2015). Knowing your Academic Value for Career Negotiations. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Santa Fe, New Mexico. Conference Workshop Session. Oral Presentation. Eike, R. & Rowell, A. (2015). Technology & Career Preparation: A case study with an Apparel, Design, & Textiles Professional Seminar course. American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences Annual Conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Poster Presentation. Eike, R. & Milam, A. (2015). Virtual Conversations: Connecting Students with Industry Professionals in a Critical Thinking-Reflective Process. 2015 University System of Georgia Teaching and Learning Conference in Athens, Georgia. Digital Poster Presentation. Gage, K. & Eike (2015). The Value We Add: Connecting Co-curricular Experience to Job Marketability. National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA), 2015 Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. Oral Presentation. Eike, R. (2013). Integrating Sustainability Science into a Social Science Discipline: An Exploration in the Fiber, Textile & Clothing (FTC) Field. Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. Poster Presentation. Eike, R. (2011). New Insights into Ultraviolet Protective Properties of Natural Treatments on Cotton and Wool Fabrics. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Poster Presentation. Osteen, S., Auberle, T., Eike, R. (2011). Homebuyer Education: A Multilevel Evaluation Process. American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Conference in Phoenix, Arizona. Poster Presentation. Peksoz, S., Kumphai, P., Eike, R., Kamenidis, P. (2010). Arm and Shoulder Ballistic Sleeves: Design, Development and Thermal Manikin Evaluation. International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference. Lectra Award for Innovation in Research Nominee & Oral Presentation. Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Presentations
- 5. Rachel.J. Eike Page 5 of 11 Eike, R., Milam, A., Aptheker, A., & Lomax, A. (2015). E-Career Preparation: Student impact. Georgia Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (GAFCS), 2015 Annual Conference in Tifton, Georgia. Oral Presentation. Eike, R. (2011). Fabric Dyeing & Reflection: The Development of Hands-on Fiber-to-Dye Learning. 22nd Annual OSU Research Symposium. Oral presentation. MacClure (Eike), R. (2010). New Insights into Ultraviolet Protective Properties of Natural Treatments on Cotton and Wool Fabrics. 21th Annual OSU Research Symposium. Oral presentation. MacClure (Eike), R. (2009). New Insights into Ultraviolet Protective Properties of Natural Dyes on Cotton and Wool Textile Fabrics: Concept & Formation. 20th Annual OSU Research Symposium. Oral presentation. MacClure (Eike), R., Chin, L. (2009). Design Process: Development of Ballistic Personal Flotation Device. 20th Annual OSU Research Symposium. Oral presentation. MacClure, R. (2008). Eco-Boomer Menswear Cradle-to-Cradle: From Concept to Practice. 19th Annual OSU Research Symposium. Oral presentation. Kumphai, P., MacClure, R. (2008). Impacts of Color on Natural Fibers, Natural Dyes, and Mordant. 19th Annual OSU Research Symposium. Poster presentation. Branson, D., MacClure, R., Kumphai, P. (2008). Fusion of Material, Design & Technology for Innovative Performance Clothing Systems. Presentation development. Korea-Japan-China SOFC Symposium. Oral Presentation. GRANTS, RESEARCH CONTRACTS, FELLOWSHIPS, AWARDS 2016 Eike, R. & Myers, B., Sturges, D., Lee, Y., & Simpara-Wallace, H. FMAD Stitch Shop. Georgia Southern University, Center for Sustainability; Sustainability Fee funding source Award amount: $7250 (Removed self from project as relocated to Baylor University) 2015 Shelton, A., Eike, R. & Myers, B. FMAD Stitch Shop. Georgia Southern University, Center for Sustainability; Sustainability Fee funding source Award amount: $2500 2014 Eike, R., Kubley, A., & Myers, B. Waste to Wear (W2W). Georgia Southern University, Center for Sustainability; Sustainability Fee funding source Requested amount: $5600 2013 OSU Green Student Initiative Grant Research & Development for E3 (Enlighten, Excite, Envision) Leadership Summit & OSU Sustainability Leadership Endorsement - Award received for 2013- 2014 academic year Award amount: $2000 2013 Buck and Irene Clements Graduate Scholarship Award received for 2013-2014 academic year: $1000 Award received for 2012-2013 academic year: $2000 Total: $3000 2012 Oklahoma State University Distinguished Graduate Fellowship
- 6. Rachel.J. Eike Page 6 of 11 Award received for 2010-2011, 2011-2012, and 2012-2013 academic year Estimated value: $2200/year Total: $6600 2012 Oklahoma State University Departmental DHM Supplementary Fellowship Award received for 2009-2010 ($4000), 2010-2011 ($3500), and 2011-2012 ($1500) academic year Total: $9,500 2011 Miss Jackson Design Award Designer judged runway show for womens wear; outfit created out of Miss Jacksons department store packaging materials 1st place award and publication in Tulsa People magazine Total: $1000 TEACHING EXPERIENCE Areas of Expertise Clothing Construction and Quality Analysis: Introductory and Advanced Sustainable Education, Design, & Practices Product Development: Aesthetic & Functional Textile Surface Design & Fabrication Leadership Development Discipline Specific Software Adobe Creative Suite CS6 Gerber Patternmaking, Marker, & Cutting Software and Equipment Statistical Software: SPSS Nvivo 10 (Qualitative Coding Software) Mockshop Instructional Responsibilities: Georgia Southern University (FMAD) Fall 2014 Spring 2016* Oklahoma State University (DHM) Fall 2008 Summer 2013 Course number Course Description Level Total # Students Semesters Taught Baylor University ADM 2373 Apparel Design I. Apparel design using the principles of fl at pattern and draping,with emphasis on the design, fit,alteration and construction of fashionablewearing apparel. Sophomore 11 1 ADM 3301 Contemporary & Couture Tailoring. Coutureand ready-to-wear techniques used in apparel production;principles of pattern alteration,fit tailoring,and construction with wool fabrics. Junior 1 ADM 4371 Advanced Collection Development. Research, planning,and development of a cohesiveapparel collection for a target market incorporating industry Senior 1
- 7. Rachel.J. Eike Page 7 of 11 standards and techniques. Georgia Southern University FMAD 1234 Apparel I. A study of theconstruction,fit, and careof wearableapparel with the primary focus on customgarments. Introduction to traditionaland contemporary methods of apparel construction,basic sewing techniques and industry standard terminology. Freshman 91 5 FMAD 2610 Professional Seminar. To prepare senior level students to acquireemployment and/or internships in their chosen professional fields. Sophomore 116 3 FMAD 3231 Fashion Fundamentals. A survey courseof the fashion industry. Fashion terminology,influential designers of thenineteenth and twentieth centuries, influences on fashion, leading fashion centers, auxiliary fashion enterprises, career opportunities and current trends in merchandising. Junior 99 2 FMAD 3236 Apparel II. A study of theadvanced application of sewing techniques across a rangeof fashion products including tailoring,advanced construction,finishing, and care of wearableapparel. Junior 42 2 FMAD 3237 Apparel Analysis. * An in-depth investigation of thedevelopment, production, and comparison of wearing apparel.Focus on the structural,functional and decorativeaspects of apparel.Emphasis on sourcing of companies and materials, costing of product line,and comparing design and manufacturing techniques that affect price,quality,and size of apparel. Junior 50 1 Oklahoma State University DHM 2423 Technology in Merchandising. The development of skills related to visual communication with industry-relevant technology for marketing,promotional, and merchandising applications as well as personal branding.This course includes development of skills related to Photoshop, and Illustrator, as well as the development of a personal digital portfolio. Sophomore 16 1 DHM 2573 Textiles. Scienceprinciples as thebasis for understanding fibers,the basic structureof yarns and fabrics.Relationships between the chemical composition of fibers and properties such as tensile strength,flammability,elasticity,moisture absorption,and dye affinity. Sophomore 240 6 DHM 3853 Visual Merchandising and Promotions. Study and application of principles and practices in merchandise presentation and promotions for commercial purposes. Junior 25 1 co-taught DHM 4573 ** Environmental Sustainability Issues for Designers and Merchandisers. Scientific concepts arethebasis for theunderstanding theenvironmental impacts of textileraw materials,manufacturing,dyeing,finishing, packaging and product lifecycleas related to apparel and interior design products using McDonough and Braungarts cradleto cradle design model. Senior 100 3 assisted DHM 4453 ** Entrepreneurship and Product Development for Apparel and Interiors. In-depth study of entrepreneurship concepts as applied to manufacturers and retailers of apparel and interior products including productdevelopment, accounting and control,merchandising and buying,operation and management, advertising and promotion. Senior 60 1 ** Indicates courses with graduate credit option STUDENT MENTORSHIP Dates Student Name Project(s) Student Status Georgia Southern University 2016 Elison Sabat UNEQUAL. Arts of Fashion Competition 2016.Fashion Category. Arts of Fashion Foundation in San Francisco,California.(April2016) Freshman 2016 Rickey Jones Look good - Feel Good - Land that job! Professional attiretipsfromFMAD.JPH Sophomore
- 8. Rachel.J. Eike Page 8 of 11 Collegeof Public Health Research Journal Club, Georgia Southern University. Oral Presentation.(February 2016). 2015 - 2016 Teryn Parker Sustainable Line DevelopmentandTextileRecycling Plan for the South (FMAD 3231 courseprojectforhonorscredit) Qualitative & Quantitative research forServiceLearningcomponent(FMAD 3236 course project for honors credit) Honors Student 2015 - 2016 Lexus Lewis The Art of Fashion: The story of my Art. Live Gallery Exhibition; September 30, 2015 in Carrollton, Georgia. Sophomore 2015 Amber Shelton FMAD Stitch. GeorgiaSouthern University Sustainability Center. Awarded $2500 for 2015-2016 academicyear Sophomore 2014 - 2016 Kyler Arnold AAFCS first year attendee Taj MODhal. American Association ofFamily & Consumer Sciences Annual Conference.Apparel,Textiles,andDesign JuriedDesign Showcase. Jacksonville,Florida. The Gradient of Eternal Transmogrification.International Fiber Recycling Symposium.Design Competition Art/Design Genre. San Francisco, California. Freshman 2014/2015 Amelia Aptheker E-Career Preparation:Student impact. GeorgiaAssociation ofFamily and Consumer Sciences (GAFCS),2015 Annual Conference in Tifton, Georgia.Oral Presentation.(March 2015) Junior 2014/2015 Annsley Lomax E-Career Preparation:Student impact. GeorgiaAssociation ofFamily and Consumer Sciences (GAFCS),2015 Annual Conference in Tifton, Georgia.Oral Presentation. (March 2015) Sophomore 2014/2015 Arrie Milam ITAA first year attendee; ITAA workshopparticipant E-Career Preparation:Student impact. GeorgiaAssociation ofFamily and Consumer Sciences (GAFCS),2015 Annual Conference in Tifton, Georgia.Oral Presentation.(March 2015) Virtual Conversations:Connecting Students with Industry Professionals in a Critical Thinking-ReflectiveProcess. 2015 University Systemof Georgia TeachingandLearning Conferencein Athens,Georgia.Digital Poster Presentation.(April2015) Senior LEADERSHIP & SERVICE Service to Profession 2016 Member of Design Abstract Review Committee and Juror for the 2016 Design Exhibition (undergraduate design reviewer) International Textile & Apparel Association (ITAA). Vancouver, Canada. 2016 Member of Curricular Development and Review Committee International Textile & Apparel Association (ITAA). 2016 Conference proposal reviewer for the 2016 conference presentations Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). Baltimore, Maryland. 2015 Member of Design Abstract Review Committee and Juror for the 2015 Design Exhibition (undergraduate design reviewer) International Textile & Apparel Association (ITAA). Santa Fe, New Mexico. 2015 Member of Curricular Development and Review Committee International Textile & Apparel Association (ITAA). 2014 Poster Presider for research presentations International Textile & Apparel Association (ITAA). Charlotte, North Carolina.
- 9. Rachel.J. Eike Page 9 of 11 2013 Backstage Fashion Show Facilitator & Model International Textile & Apparel Association (ITAA). New Orleans, Louisiana. 2013 Volunteer at the AASHE (Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education) Conference. Nashville, Tennessee. 2013 Co-chair for College of Human Sciences Student Charrette College Sustainability Campaign Student Challenge. Stillwater, Oklahoma. Served as coach for student team placed 2nd overall. 2012 Backstage Co-Manager Euphoria Fashion Show. Stillwater, Oklahoma. 2012 ITAA Design Education and Scholarship Committee Member. 2011 Poster Presentation Facilitator ITAA. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 2010 Backstage Fashion Show Facilitator ITAA. Montreal, Canada
- 10. Rachel.J. Eike Page 10 of 11 Service to University 2016 Apparel program representative at Robbins College family-faculty event for Baylor University Family Weekend Baylor University, Sept. 17 2016 Member of Baylor Round Table Anniversary Committee Baylor University 2016 Professional attire presentation to JPH College of Public Health Research Journal Club Georgia Southern University. Look good - Feel Good - Land that job! Feb. 9 2015 Judge for Style-Off student styling competition Georgia Southern University; Nov. 6 2015 College of Health & Human Sciences (CHHS) Career Success Series panelist Georgia Southern University; Fashion Merchandising & Apparel Design representative; Sept. 8 2015 Conversations with Professors instructor Georgia Southern University; College of Health and Human Sciences pre-semester course; Summer & Fall sessions 2015 Family & Consumer Sciences Alumni greeter and tour guide; alumni event Georgia Southern University; School of Human Ecology special event 2015 Judge for Dress in the Press student design competition Georgia Southern University 2015 Program Representative at Majors Fair & Open House Georgia Southern University 2015 Search committee member for FMAD program position Georgia Southern University 2014 Commencement Ceremony Department Representative Georgia Southern University 2014 OSU Student Leadership Forum, Organizer and Moderator Oklahoma State University 2013 Womens Leadership Forum, Moderator Oklahoma State University 2013 Chair of E3 Leadership Summit Advisory Committee Oklahoma State University 2013 Graduate Faculty Council graduate student representative Oklahoma State University 2013 Graduate Professional Student Government Association (GPSGA) President (elected by graduate student body) Oklahoma State University 2012 Institute for Creativity and Innovation Representative Oklahoma State University 2012 Graduate Student Mentor for first year graduate student in Design Housing & Merchandising Department (DHM) Oklahoma State University 2012 Mitten Tree community service project Graduate Students in Human Sciences (GSHS) 2011 Welcoming Host for Merchandising Faculty Candidate Oklahoma State University 2011 DHM Graduate Student Association (DHMGSA) Vice President 2010 Desire2Learn Evaluation Committee - College representative Oklahoma State University 2010 United Way Fundraising DHMGSA program 2010 Oklahoma State University College of Human Sciences Technology Committee DHM Representative: 3-year position Service to Society 2016 FMAD undergraduate student group advisor for collaborative project with Entrepreneurship Club. Pause for Paws Bandanna Project. Downtown Statesboro First Friday event. March 2 2012 Textile Lab Demonstrationist for the 4-H Roundup Family & Consumer Sciences Skill-a-thon 2012 4-H Fashion Review Clothing Construction Judge 2011 Block Party Lego Fashion Show. Oklahoma City EduCare Fundraiser. 2011 Stand Against Domestic Violence Fashion Show Wings of Hope Stillwater Domestic Violence Services 2011 4-H Roundup Judge for Communications Contest
- 11. Rachel.J. Eike Page 11 of 11 2010 FCCLA Clothing Construction and Presentation Judge Career Tech Stillwater, OK HONORS, AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS 2016 Awarded the 2016 Green Eagle Award, Georgia Southern University 2016 Nominated for 2016 Outstanding Advocate for First Year Experience (FYE) Student Award, Georgia Southern University 2015 Nominated for 2015 Outstanding Advocate for First-Year Student Award 2013 Guest of honor at Accademia Italiana Spring Fashion Show Journey; Florence, Italy 2013 Outstanding Doctoral Student - Nominated for Outstanding Doctoral Student Award 2012 Recipient of the OSU Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant. Award received from Graduate College & Graduate Professional Student Government Association (GPSGA). 2012 Euphoria Fashion Show Award. Stillwater, Oklahoma 1st place Color category: Cotton Candy Carnival 2011 Project MJ Fashion Show Competition- 1st place recipient & publication in Tulsa People Magazine 2010 Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant - Nominated for Award, DHM 2010 Queen Sirikit Institute of Sericulture Peacock Standard of Thai Silk Design Competition. Bangkok Thailand Top 8 finalist: Desert Rose in Tokyo 2009 Phi Kappa Phi National Honor Society 2009 Outstanding Masters Student - Nominated for Outstanding Masters Student Award 2006 Iowa Womens Heart Disease Awareness Red Dress Competition; Des Moines, Iowa 1st place recipient 2007 Reflect Fashion Show Awards. Ames, Iowa 1st place Accessory category: Paisley 2nd place Accessory category: Footprints 3rd place Collection category: Eye-Candy Swimwear PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) o Member of the Conference Proposal Review Committee Baylor Round Table International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) o Member of the Curriculum Development and Review Committee o Member of the Design Abstract Review Committee Undergraduate category juror