Bachelor of Journalism, 1975, University of Missouri
Taught on faculty at Wichita State 1981-1991. On faculty at University of Florida since 1991; tenured associate professor. Professional experience at The Arizona Republic, The Palm Beach Post, The Wichita Eagle, The Los Angeles Times, The Bergen County Record (Hackensack NJ).
Active in U.S. journalism organizations: AEJMC, NPPA