Washburn University -

Academic History: Adjunct Professor of Law-Creighton University 1988 to 1994
Adjunct Professor of Criminal Justice-Metropolitan Community College 1992 to 1994
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice-Washburn University 1994 to Present
Adjunct Professor of Political Science-Johnson County Community College 2000 to 2002
Ethics Administrator / Ethics Instructor, Kansas City Board of Public Utilities 2000 to Present

Scholarly Interests/Activities: Law and Public Policy
Governmental Ethics
Law in American Society
Model Code of Professional Responsibility
Model Jury Instructions

Service Interests/Activities: Law and Public Policy
Governmental Ethics
Law in American Society
Model Code of Professional Responsibility
Model Jury Instructions

Career Accomplishments: Public Integrity Award, American Society of Public Administration (2004)
Ned N. Fleming Excellence in Teaching Award, Washburn University (2000)
Outstanding Clinician Award (1986)
Trial Advocacy Award (1987)
Best Oralist Team, National Moot Court Competition (1986)
Regional Finalist, National Client Counseling Competition (1985)
Criminal Justice Honors Thesis (1980)
Legion of Merit (with one gold star and combat “V” device)
Meritorious Service Medal (with one gold star)
Navy & Marine Corps Commendation Medal
Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medal (with two gold stars)
Combat Action Ribbon