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M ATTHEW G IRTON
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Department of Communication |
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203 Sloan Building |
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Lock Haven University |
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Lock Haven, PA 17745 |
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(570) 484-2193 |
O BJECTIVES
To obtain promotion to full professor at Lock Haven University and to continue to develop as a teacher and scholar through professional development and international experiences.
E DUCATION
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY December 2001
Doctor of Philosophy in Communication with emphasis in
Communication Theory and Research
(Specializing in Organizational Communication with a cognate in Management)
BLOOMSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA August 1997
Master of Arts in Speech Communication
THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA May 1991
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations
Bachelor of Arts in Communication
Finished equivalent course at Bloomsburg University for minor in Business Administration
A CADEMIC E XPERIENCE
LOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, LOCK HAVEN, PA August 2006 – Present
Program Director, Communication Studies Program
Lead monthly program meetings; chair search committees; facilitate and compose five-year program reviews and annual reports; serve as liaison between program and administration.
LOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, LOCK HAVEN, PA August 2005 – Present
Associate Professor, Department of Communication and Philosophy
Teaching courses in speech communication; serving on department and university-wide committees; continuing scholarly research in leadership and organizational communication; facilitating program meetings; assisting with program recruiting efforts through development of brochure, web site, and recruitment letter.
LOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, LOCK HAVEN, PA August 2001 – July 2005
Assistant Professor, Department of Communication and Philosophy
Teaching courses in speech communication; serving on department and university-wide committees; continuing scholarly research in leadership and organizational communication; facilitating program meetings; assisting with program recruiting efforts through development of brochure, web site, and recruitment letter.
SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, SHIPPENSBURG, PA August 2000 – May 2001
Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Speech and Theatre Arts
Taught basic oral communication courses.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL August 1997 – July 2000
Teaching Assistant, Department of Communication
Taught courses in speech communication and assisted professors with classes.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL August 1998 - May 1999
Teaching Associate, Program for Instructional Excellence
Served as small group leader and mentor during five day Fall and one day Spring TA orientations; assisted at campus-wide TA workshops; conducted departmental TA needs assessment at beginning of each semester; compiled evaluations of the departmental program at the end of each semester; submitted written report of evaluations to department chair and director of Program for Instructional Excellence; developed departmental training activities; evaluated performance of TAs when requested; consulted with TAs individually; arranged departmental workshops; collected and organized shared resources for TAs.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL August 1998 - July 1999
Graduate Coordinator, Department of Communication
Served as liaison between faculty instructor and graduate TAs for large lecture (400+ students) public speaking classes; supervised and evaluated TA performance; created midterm and final examinations; assisted faculty in creating and performing two day TA orientation for Fall semester; assisted in running weekly TA colloquium; assisted in changing course from stand alone instruction to mass lecture format.
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY, TALLAHASSEE, FL August 1998 - May 1999
Research Assistant, Department of Communication
Assisted faculty with research projects throughout the semesters.
BLOOMSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, BLOOMSBURG, PA August 1996 - May 1997
Teaching Assistant, Department of Communication Studies
Assisted with undergraduate classes in Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking and Argumentation.
P ROFESSIONAL E XPERIENCE
THE LUTZ AGENCY, BLOOMSBURG, PA August 1995 - July 1997
Realtor
Developed and managed customer database; evaluated land and improved properties; advised in financial and procedural aspects of residential, commercial, and investment properties; marketed real estate to the public.
KARFEL MANAGEMENT, MILLVILLE, PA August 1994 - August 1995
Property Manager
Marketed and maintained rental properties; handled tenant complaints and problems.
CENTER FOR INNOVATIVE TRAINING AND EDUCATION (CITE), ATLANTA, GA October 1993 - July 1994
Training Specialist
Instructed classes of up to 25 students in a clerical job training program; trained students on Lotus-123, Word Perfect 5.1, and typing; developed curriculum for use in the training center, which became the standard for all instructors’ use; received (as a team member) “Contractor of the Year” award from Atlanta Private Industry Council.
RAINBOW EDUCATION SYSTEMS INCORPORATED, MARIETTA, GA January 1993 - March 1993
Instructor
Tailored individual specific instructional programs for students; lectured the five subjects covered in the General Education Diploma (GED) exam; monitored each student’s progress in the classroom and on the computerized GED-2000 program; tested, disciplined, and--most importantly--motivated students. Due to a loss of government funding for the projects I was associated with, my position was eliminated.
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY COMPREHENSIVE YOUTH SERVICES, ATLANTA, GA Sept 1991 - Oct1992
Instructor
Tailored programs of study for individuals to prepare them for the GED exam; monitored students’ progress using Josten's BLS computerized program on a networked system; introduced classic literary works into the curriculum; established daily journals for students; created a form whereby students could self-check their progress of their GED preparedness; implemented a curriculum with proven track record.
T EACHING
SEMESTER COURSES TAUGHT
(Descriptions from course catalogues)
LOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY
Fundamentals of Public Speaking [SPCH 102]: The study and performance of public speaking as a means of communication, self-expression and social control in a democratic society. Theories and techniques of public speaking are explored in class through a series of public speaking activities.
Small Group Communication [SPCH 103]: The theory and practice of small group communication. Students learn the techniques of how to lead a discussion and how to participate in a discussion. The topics of discussion are chosen primarily from current events. Service-learning and web-based activities (e.g. electronic meetings) are integral to the course.
Interpersonal Communication [SPCH 104]: Emphasizes understanding human communication from a personal perspective. Students are introduced to the basic communication process. Through a series of activities, the student gains insight in the areas of listening skills, small group behavior, self-concept development and interviewing. The applications of these skills and techniques are focused to enhance communication in daily life.
First-year Student Seminar [JOUR 159]: Works through activities, guest lectures, and projects to build the academic skills and university/town connections necessary for success at Lock Haven University. I was in the first group of faculty members to help develop and teach this course at Lock Haven.
Introduction to Communication Research [SPCH 315]: Focuses on the basics of research in the field of communication. Through reading, class discussion, lecture, exercises and assignments, students explore how to write an academic or professional research report. In addition, students critically analyze others’ research. I designed the course, obtained its approval through curriculum committees, and was the first to teach the course.
Listening and Conflict Management [SPCH 301]: Introduces students to concepts of listening and teaches them how to manage conflicts through a variety of effective methods. Students will develop skills involved in the listening process to increase their understanding of others' thoughts and feelings and gather accurate information. They overcome barriers to effective listening and are able to provide more accurate responses to questions. Students study and broaden their own conflict management styles. Students learn the principles of mediation and negotiation. Co-developed and co-taught course with Professor Lisa Riede.
Communication Capstone Seminar [SPCH/MCOM 400]: Designed to use a workshop format to address communication theories, communication issues as they relate to the public, and practical applications. Students read, discuss and analyze various communication theories, develop a major research project and a professional portfolio, and explore current issues affecting the industry, including the impact of emerging technologies and matters of professional ethics and responsibility. Topics will be addressed from the perspective of the student's major emphasis. I was the first faculty member to teach the course at Lock Haven University.
Organizational Communication [SPCH 300]: Designed to examine verbal and written communication that occurs in organizations. Included in this focus are, among other topics, informal and formal methods of communication, power bases, leadership and corporate communication flow.
Business Communication [SPCH 320]: Advanced practice in effective speaking and listening: reports and sales presentations, policy speeches, and conference leadership techniques employed in business and industry. Special attention is paid to the vital role management plays in developing, initiating and maintaining effective communication within the business/industrial setting.
Special Topics in Communication: Communication and Leadership [SPCH 328]: Explores the successful application of leadership in multiple contexts through competent communication.
Communication Theory [SPCH/MCOM 208]: Surveys dominant theories in interpersonal, group, public, and mass communication. Emphasis is placed on both establishing frameworks that provide a context for each theory and demonstrating how theories help illustrate the process of communication in applied settings.
SHIPPENSBURG UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
Basic Oral Communication [SPE 100]: Assists students in developing effectiveness in the speaking-listening situation. Emphasis is placed on a conversational style of speaking suitable for communicating with an individual or a group. Acceptable diction and knowledge of the communication process are also stressed in this course.
F LORIDA S TATE U NIVERSITY
Fundamentals of Speech [SPC 1610]: The course teaches basic interviewing, small group, and public speaking skills. Taught both mass lecture and lab in Summer 2000.
Communication and Conflict [COM 4465]: This course teaches theory and its application in conflict management. Spring 2000.
Foundations of Organizational Communication [COM 4121]: This course teaches the theories and applications of Performance Management. Fall 1999.
Communication and the Psychology of Organizational Change [SPC 3930]: Course teaches organizational behavior, psychology’s role in the workplace and looks at practical applications of the material. Fall 1999.
Public Speaking [SPC 3601]: Undergraduate level course develops applied skills in speaking in public, crafting effective speeches in addition to critical listening and thought. Taught as stand-alone class in Fall 1997, lab instructor in Spring and Summer 1999 and co-instructor of record for mass-lecture in Summer 1999.
Communication Research Methods Lab [COM 3310L]: Lab course for Communication Research Methods (COM 3310); lab involved teaching students introductory statistics, how to use SPSS, and the proper format for writing quantitative research reports. Fall 1997, Spring 1998.
SEMESTER COURSES ASSISTED
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
Communication and Marketing [COM 4930]: Course teaches private sector tested communication strategies designed to help increase effectiveness in marketing both products/services and oneself toward both consumers and employers.
Foundations of Organizational Communication [COM 4121]: Course involves theory and method of performance management. As the assistant for Dr. Daniel Montgomery, I lectured in classroom on ABC analysis and Scheduling of Reinforcement, graded assignments, and helped in a support role as needed.
Psychology of Oral Communication [SPC 3120]: Course explores several prominent theorists and their views of the role and function of communication in interpersonal and intrapersonal interactions. Assisted Dr. Daniel Montgomery in support role and led review sessions.
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
Argumentation [25.321]: Examines basic principles of argument and evidence. Provides practice through presentation and refutation of arguments in debates on controversial issues.
Interpersonal Communication [25.104]: Analyzes one-to-one communication for developing and changing behaviors during interpersonal speech communication.
Public Speaking [25.103]: A basic course in speech with emphasis on formal speaking and audience reaction.
Assisted Dr. Dale Bertelsen for all the above classes at Bloomsburg University by offering additional office hours and giving support in the classroom as needed.
B OOKS R EVIEWED
Jandt, F.E. & Chuang, R. Conflict and Communication. Los Angeles: Roxbury. (not released)
Jaffe, C. (1998). Public Speaking: Concepts and Skills for a Diverse Society. (2nd ed.). New York: Wadsworth.
Lucas, S. (1998). The Art of Public Speaking. (6th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. Reviewed with Donna Nudd.
P RESENTATIONS
“Expectations in the Classroom” Invited presentation for the Lock Haven Univeristy Insitute for International Studies International Student Orientation in August, 2009.
“Leadership and Communication” Multi-day seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2009.
“Performance Management” Multi-day seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2009.
“Effective Communication” Co-presenter with Carolyn A. Julian at the Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators spring training seminar in Harrisburg, PA in April, 2008.
“Intercultural Communication” Multi-day seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2007.
“Persuasion and Argumentation” Multi-day seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2007.
“Public Speaking” Multi-day seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2005.
“Interpersonal Communication” Multi-day seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2005.
“Successful Advertising in the US” Seminar at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies, Rabat, Morocco in March 2005.
“Building Enrollment in Your Major” Chair and Presenter for panel discussion at the National Communication Association’s Conference in Chicago on November 14, 2004.
“Modifying the Basic Course for Education Departments” Presented at the National Communication Association’s Conference in Miami, FL. November 21, 2003.
“A New Model of Leader-Member Exchange: Adding a Communication Exchange Dimension,” Presented at the National Communication Association’s Conference in New Orleans, LA. November 21-24, 2002.
“Corporations and Media Bias: Has Change in Ownership Meant Change in View?” Presented at the New Jersey Communication Association’s annual conference West Long Branch, NJ. March, 2001
“The Relationship Between Use of E-mail and an Avoidance Style in Conflict: An Extension of the Technology Acceptance Model” Presented at the National Communication Association's conference in Seattle, WA. November 9-12, 2000.
“The APSCUF and SSHE Contract Negotiations: A Case Study,” Presented at the Eastern Communication Association’s conference in Pittsburgh, PA. April 27-30, 2000.
“The Impact of Leader-Member Exchange on Nurses’ Job Satisfaction, and Their Near-Term Versus Long-Term Job Retention Plans” Second author with Gary Heald and Nataliya Kazanskaya. Presented at the National Communication Association's conference in Chicago, IL. November 4, 1999.
“The Impact of Employee Relationships with Managers and Communication Exchanges on Job Satisfaction and Retention Plans: A Study of Hospital Nurses” Third author with Gary Heald and Jay Rayburn. Presented at the PRSA Professional convention, Educators Academy, Anaheim, CA 1999.
“The Amway Corporation and the Yager Group: A Feminist Perspective” Presented at the Speech Communication Association of Pennsylvania in Bloomsburg, PA. October 15, 1999.
“How did I get on this Side of the Desk?” with John Grosskopf and Kelly Welker. Presented at Program for Instructional Excellence Spring TA Training at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. January, 1999.
“Emotional Appeals” Guest mass lecture given for Public Speaking at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. October 19, 1998.
“Incivility in the Classroom,” with Jane Allgood. Presented at Program for Instructional Excellence Fall TA Training at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. August 20, 1998.
“Lecturing and Presentation Skills,” with Todd Wilcox. Presented at Program for Instructional Excellence Fall TA Training at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. August 19 & 20, 1998.
“Persuasion in Public Speaking,” Guest mass lecture given for Public Speaking at Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL. March 16, 1998.
R EPORTS
“The Yale Teaching Assistants’ Strike: An Assessment and Commentary,” Paper completed for Ph.D. program class in mediation and conflict resolution at Florida State University. November 23, 1998.
“Conflict Resolution Programs in High Schools: A Campaign Outline,” Paper completed for Ph.D. program class in diffusion of innovations at Florida State University. June 17, 1998.
“The General Motors Sit Down Strike,” Paper completed for Ph.D. program class in historical criticism at Florida State University. April 28, 1998.
G RANT A PPLICATIONS
Funded
Lock Haven University Short-term Faculty Travel Grant: For travel to Rabat, Morocco in November, 2005
Lock Haven University Short-term Faculty Travel Grant: For travel to Rabat, Morocco in March, 2007
Not Funded
PACC/NYCC Consortium: To promote service-learning in the discipline of Communication within a network of international partner schools.
CIES Fulbright Lecturing Award: For teaching during the 2008-2009 academic year at the Institute for Leadership and Communication Studies in Rabat, Morocco.
Awaiting Recommendation
CIES Fulbright Lecturing Award: For teaching during the 2010-2011 academic year at L’ Université Ibn Tofail in Kenitra, Morocco.
S ERVICE
LOCK HAVEN UNIVERSITY
COMMITTEES/ORGANIZATIONS
2009-Present Oral Communication Assessment Rubric Subcommittee
2009-2010 H1N1 Academic Subcommittee
2006-2007 Tenure Committee Chair for Department of Communication and Philosophy
2006-2007 Tenure Committee Chair for David Warner (Music Faculty)
2006-2007 Tenure Committee Member for Stephen Haynes (Theatre Faculty)
2005-2006 Philosophy Program Review Team Member (External)
2005-Present APSCUF Meet-and Discuss
2003-Present APSCUF Executive Council (03-04 and 05-08 At large member/08-10 Alternate Delegate)
2005-2007 International Education Committee
2005-2007 APSCUF Newsletter Committee
2005-Present APSCUF Scholarship Committee (2008-2009 Chair)
2004-Present APSCUF Social Committee
2004-2005 College of Arts and Science Honors Award Committee
2004-Pres Founding Advisor for Circle K Service Club at LHU (College Level Kiwanis Club)
2004-2006 Secretary for Faculty Professional Development Committee
2003-Present Founding Advisor for Rho Delta Chapter of Lambda Pi Eta (Communication Honors Society)
2003-2004 APSCUF Local Negotiations Committee
2002-2003 Search Committee Chair
2001-Present Communication Studies Program Committee
2001-Present Department Summer School Committee
2001-2004 Department Budget and Equipment Committee
2001-2002 Search Committee
EVENTS/PROGRAMS
2009 – 2010 Faculty Presenter for International Student Orientation
2007 – Present Chair of Public Relations for Celebration of Scholarship
2007 Judged several rounds for PFA Tournament at LHU
2007 Performed in “365 Days 365 Plays” produced by LHU Forensics Team
2003 – Present LHU Admissions Open House
2005 Presented “Leading Meetings” Seminars for LHU University Days
2005 Presented “First-day Lecture” for Upward Bound Students
2004 Welcome Brunch for New Majors
2004 – Present APSCUF Welcome Tables
2004 Assisted in development of Lock Haven University’s 2004-2005 Visiting Lecturer Series
2003 President’s Connection Program
2003 – Present LHU Majors Fair
2003 – 2006 Mentor for Upward Bound Students
2003 Co-leader of intimate communication seminar for LHU Health Fair
2002 Read Across America
2003 – Present Phone-a-thon for Admissions
2002 Assisted in drive to register students to vote
2002 Assisted Clinton County Red Cross in public relations campaign for blood drive at university
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
1998-1999 Coordinator for Graduate Student Advisory Council
1998-1999 Co-Coordinator for Doctoral Colloquia in Department of Communication
1998-1999 Award Selection Committee Member for Outstanding Teaching Assistants at F.S.U.
1998-1999 The Florida Legislator Office of Program Policy Analysis and Government Accountability
Graduate Student Focus Group Member
LOCK HAVEN COMMUNITY
2009 Coach for West Branch Soccer Club
2008 Coach for American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO)
2006 – 2007 Volunteer for Keystone Little League
2006 – 2008 Assistant Coach for American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO)
2005 - Present Volunteer for PTO at Dickey Elementary
2004 Member of McGhee Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
2004 Volunteer for Kindergarten class at McGhee Elementary
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
2009 Teaching Writing Across the Curriculum
2007 Attended University Days Seminar “Marketing for Non-majors”
2006 Conference on Internet Technology in Education
2005 Seminar on Fulbright Grants
2004 Seminar on Electronic Portfolios
2004 Seminar on SMART classroom technology
2004 Seminar on eCollege Courseware
2004 Seminar on Empathic Learning
2003 Lilly-East Conference on University and College Teaching
2003 Seminar on Student Evaluations
2002 Class in Personal Web Page Design
2002 Seminar in Grant Writing
2002 Pennsylvania Conference on Mediation
2002 Seminar on Large Group Sections
A WARDS
2008 First phase approval by CIES for Fulbright Lecturing Award
2008 CAT Award for Public Relations work for Celebration of Scholarship
2007 Competitive LHU International Studies Short-term Travel Grant to ILCS in Rabat, Morocco
2005 Competitive LHU International Studies Short-term Travel Grant to ILCS in Rabat, Morocco
2004 Nominated for Collaboration and Teamwork Award as member of First-Year Student Seminar Team
2003 Competitive Travel Grant to Lilly-East Conference on University and College Teaching
1999 College of Communication Graduate Student Award
1999 Nominated for Florida State University’s Graduate Student Citizenship Award
Received five nominations from faculty and fellow graduate students.
1999 First Alternate for National Doctoral Seminar on Communication Research
A FFILIATIONS
National Communication Association
Peer Reviewer for Training and Consulting Division
Member: Training and Development Division, Applied Communication Division, Peace and Conflict Division
R EFERENCES
Dr. Gary Heald |
Dr. Roger Johnson |
Dr. Jay Rayburn |
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Associate Dean and Professor |
LHU Provost Emeritus |
Associate Professor |
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College of Communication |
Lock Haven University |
Department of Communication |
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Florida State University |
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Florida State University |
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Suite 4100, University Center, Bldg. C |
Hollidaysburg, PA |
3142 University Center, Building C |
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Tallahassee, FL 32306-1531 |
(814) 696-5701 |
Tallahassee, FL 32306-1531 |
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(850) 644-9698 |
babbojohnson@gmail.com |
(850) 644-8750 |
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Dr. Pam Perrewé |
Dr. Doug Campbell |
Dr. Conne Reece |
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Associate Dean and Professor |
Professor |
Associate Professor |
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College of Business |
Department of Communication |
Department of Communication |
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Florida State University |
605 Robinson |
204 Sloan Fine Arts Center |
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Rovetta Business Building |
Lock Haven University |
Lock Haven University |
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Tallahassee, FL 32306-1110 |
Lock Haven, PA 17745 |
Lock Haven, PA 17745 |
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(850) 644-3090 |
(570) 893-2184 |
(570) 484-2148 |
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pperrew@cob.fsu.edu |
dcampbel@lhup.edu |
creece@lhup.edu |