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Smith-Curtis 130-D
An NWU alum, I have been an educational practitioner for over 35 years. As emeritus professor of education, I will continue to promote cultural competence.
Ed.D., Teaching, Learning, Curriculum, University of Nebraska, 2014
M.A., Historical Studies, Nebraska Wesleyan University, 2007
B.A., Psychology, Nebraska Wesleyan University, 1983
I continue to work with groups interested cultural competence and skills (resilience, gratitude, many more) that promote emotional well-being.
Selected Awards and Honors
Annual "Randal M. Ernst Lecture", established by the American Psychological Association, 2017
American Psychological Association Presidential Citation for Leadership and Vision in Psychology Pedagogy, 2017
Leola Bullock Multicultural Educator of the Year, Lincoln Public Schools, 2016
Geography Educators of Nebraska (GEON) Educator of The Year, 2015
Civic Nebraska Administrator of the Year, 2014
Co-Chair, National Summit on the Teaching of High School Psychology, 2014 to 2017
Broken Bow High School Academic Hall of Fame, 2010
Nebraska Council for the Social Studies Outstanding Achievement in Social Studies
Education Award, 2007
The NAACP Service and Dedication to Children Award, 2004
Time Warner “Crystal Apple” National Teacher Award Winner, 1999
University of Nebraska Distinguished Educator Award, 1998
Nebraska Student Council Sponsor of The Year Award, 1995
National Psychology Teacher of the Year, High School Division, 1994