More than 16 years teaching college communication courses, including instruction in public speaking, intercultural, intrapersonal, interpersonal, and small group communicationMore than 13 years additional experience in writing, editing and public relations leadershipSpecialties: public speaking; cultural bias (its impacts on communication and ways to fight against it); communication apprehension (helping others overcome speech anxiety); finding creative ways to utilize news and new media in classroom instruction; non-profits (including grant writing and public relations)