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Doctor of Philosophy in Industrial Engineering
Texas A&M University, College Station
Major area of specialization: Ergonomics/Human Factors Engineering
Minor areas of specialization: Safety Engineering and Statistics
August 1993

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
Texas A&M University, College Station
Major area of specialization: Human Factors Engineering/Ergonomics
Minor area of specialization: Safety Engineering
December 1990

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
Texas A&M University, College Station
December 1988

DISSERTATION

Evaluation of Risk Factors Commonly Associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome(CTS)
Developed a prediction model for use in preventing and controlling the onset of CTS. The model utilizes both occupational and personal risk factors associated with the development of CTS. Various regression techniques were employed to characterize the impact of known risk factors on the development of CTS.

Chair : Jerome J. Congleton, Ph.D., PE.
Committee: R. Dale Huchingson, Ph.D.
Richard M. Feldman, Ph.D.
Olga Pendleton, Ph.D.

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Research Areas of Specialty
Human Performance Modeling
Industrial Ergonomics
Ergonomic Design for Special Populations
Prevention and Control of Cumulative
Trauma Disorders
Occupational Safety and Health
Virtual Reality
Human Reliability
Information Security

Teaching Areas of Specialty
Industrial Ergonomics
Occupational Biomechanics
Ergonomic Design for Special Populations
Safety Engineering
Work Physiology
Work Design
Human Factors Engineering

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National Science Foundation Industry/University Cooperative Research Center in e-Design: IT Enabled Design and Realization of Engineered Products and Systems. Co-Director.
July 2003 – Present.
Responsible for performing leadership, management, and administrative responsibilities important to the research and educational mission of the center.

University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL. Professor and Department Chair.
March 2002 – Present
Responsible for fulfilling leadership, management, and administrative responsibilities within the department. This position is responsible for leading the establishment of the vision, mission, and goals of the department and well as strategies for achievement of the vision, mission, and goals of the department. This position serves as the CEO of the department. Specific job roles and responsibilities include:

• Establishment of the Yearly Priorities of the Department
• Department Budgeting – Planning, Implementation, and Oversight
• Faculty Governance - Hiring, Workload Assignments, Tenure & Promotion Review, Yearly Evaluation,
• Staff Governance – Hiring, Workload Assignments, Yearly Evaluations, etc..
• Master Course Scheduling & Faculty Assignment
• Administrative Responsibilities • Industrial Partnership Development Activities
• Advancementelopment/Fundraising Issues
• Research Partnership Development

Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS, ASSOCIATE DEAN OF ENGINEERING FOR RESEARCH AND OUTREACH.
August 1999- February 2002
Responsible for developing strategic plans and initiatives, partnerships, and alliances for growing external funding to support the research program in the College of Engineering. Current research expenditures for the college of engineering total $30 million, placing the college 37TH among colleges of engineering in the US. Also, I am responsible for planning and directing college efforts focused on economic growth and development to assist local and regional industries. In addition, I am responsible for providing leadership and oversight for educational outreach efforts to grades K-12. Lastly, the development of innovative strategies for recruiting graduate students to increase research capacity of the college falls within my area of responsibility.

Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS, DIRECTOR OF THE ERGONOMICS AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE RESEARCH CENTER.
August 1994- February 2002
Served as the director of the MSU Ergonomics/Human Factors Engineering Laboratory, responsible for planning and directing research activities of this laboratory.

Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS, DEPARTMENT OF INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING.
August 1993- August 1999
*Developed curriculum for Ergonomics/Human Factors Engineering Program Area
*Courses Developed & Taught:
Work Design - Undergraduate/Graduate level
Ergonomics - Undergraduate/Graduate level
Industrial Ergonomics - Undergraduate/Graduate level
Human Factors Engineering - Undergraduate/Graduate level
Occupational Biomechanics - Graduate level
Ergonomic Designs for Special Populations - Graduate level
Work Physiology – Graduate level
Prevention and Control of Cumulative Trauma Disorders – Graduate level
*Developed Graduate Option to provide an area of specialization in Ergonomics/Human Factors Engineering within the Industrial Engineering Dept.
*Developed the MSU Ergonomics/Human Factors Engineering Laboratory

Texas A&M University, College Station, TX. MINORITY ENGINEERING PROGRAM.
August 1987 - December 1988
Program Aid. Assisted the program director in planning and implementing various programs aimed at recruiting, retaining, and graduating Minority engineering students.

Bryan Independent School District, Bryan, TX. SUBSTITUTE TEACHER.
January 1989 - June 1989
High School Mathematics and Science courses
Taught mathematics and science concepts as well as problem solving techniques to high school students.

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Books

John M.Usher and Lesia L. Crumpton-Young. 2000. Industrial Engineering Research Solutions.

Book Chapters

McCauley-Bell, Pamela R., Crumpton, Lesia L. and Badiru, Adedeji B. Techniques and Applications of Fuzzy Theory in Quantifying Risk Levels in Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. In: Cornelius T. Leondes (ed), Fuzzy Theory Systems Techniques and Applications, Academic Press.

Journals

Babski-Reeves, K and Crumpton-Young L (2002). Comparisons of measures for quantifying repetition in predicting carpal tunnel syndrome. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 30: 1-6.

Babski-Reeves, K and Crumpton-Young L. Interactions effects of wrist and forearm posture on the prediction of carpal tunnel syndrome cases within a fish processing facility. Accepted for publication in the Journal of Human and Ecological Risk Assessment (HERA).

Babski-Reeves, K and Crumpton-Young L. The use of continuous exposure data for predicting CTS in fish processing operators. Accepted for publication in Ergonomics.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. , Williams, Sabrina., and Adebiyi, AdeRonke. An Investigation of Age- Differences in Work Capabilities of Employees Performing Similar Occupations. Journal of Applied Gerontology (in review)

Williams, Sabrina., Crumpton-Young, Lesia L., and Adebiyi, AdeRonke. An Investigation of Using Subjective Assessments of Work Ability to Estimate Cognitive and Physical Functioning in Older Employees. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (in review)

Parker, Patrick., and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. Use of Thermography in the Field of Ergonomics. Journal of Applied Ergonomics (in review).

Babski-Reeves, K and Crumpton-Young, L. Comparisons of Measures for Quantifying Repetition in Predicting Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics (Accepted for publication-in press).

Babski-Reeves, K and Crumpton-Young, L. Accuracy of Alternative Measures of Posture in Predicting Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Journal of Human Factors and Ergonomics (Accepted for publication-in press).

Crumpton-Young, L. and Parker, P. Effects of Back Belts on Symmetry of Muscle Activity in the Back. Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback (in review).

Babski, Kari L. and Lesia L. Crumpton-Young. An Investigation of Total Body Fatigue Experienced During Data Entry Tasks. Journal of Human Performance (in review).

Babski, Kari, Crumpton, Lesia L., Williams, Sabrina N., Riley, Jennifer M. and Sours, Caroline. A Review of Ergonomic Measures for Assessing, Preventing and Controlling Cumulative Trauma Disorders. Occupational Ergonomics (in review).

Crumpton-Young LL, Killough K, Parker P, and Brandon K (2000). Quantitative analysis of cumulative trauma risk factors and risk factor interactions. Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 42(10). 1013-1020.

Crumpton-Young LL and McCauley-Bell P (2000). A Fuzzy Linguistic Model for the Prediction of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Risks in an Occupational Environment. IBM Journal of Research and Development, 44(5), pp. 759-770.

Parker P, Crumpton, and Brandon K (2000). Does Abdominal Body Composition Modulate the Effects of Back Belts on the Respiratory System? International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, 26 (5), 561-567.

Mital, A., Pennathur, A., Huston, R.L., Thompson, D., Pittman, M., Markle, G., Kaber, D.B., Crumpton, L., Bishu, R.R., Rajurker, K.P., Rajan, V., Fernandez, J.E., McMulkin, M., Deivanayagam, S., Ray, P.S., and Sule, D. (1999). The Need for Worker Training in Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) Environments: A white paper. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics. 24(2), 173-184.

Pennathur, A., Mital, A., Huston, R.L., Thompson, D., Pittman, M., Markle, G., Kaber, D.B., Crumpton, L., Bishu, R.R., Rajurkar, K.P., Rajan, V., Fernandez, J.E., McMulkin, M., Deivanayagam, S., Ray, P.S., and Sule, D. (1999) A Framework for Training Workers in Contemporary Manufacturing Environments. International Journal of Computer Integrated Manufacturing. (12)4, pp. 291-310.

McCauley-Bell PR and Crumpton LL (1997). A Fuzzy Linguistic Model for the Prediction of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Risks in an Occupational Environment. Ergonomics. (40)8, pp.790-799.

McCauley-Bell PR, Crumpton LL, Wang H (1999). Measurement of Cumulative Trauma Disorder Risk in Clerical Tasks Using Fuzzy Linear Regression. IEEE Transactions on Systems, Man, and Cybernetics, 29(1), pp. 1-14.

Williams, Sabrina N. and Crumpton, Lesia L.(1997). Investigating the Work Ability of Older Employees. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics, (20) pp. 241-249.

Espritt, A., Kerk, C., Congleton, J., Crumpton, L., and White, K. (1997). Effect of Menstruation on Vibrotactile Threshold in the Peripheral Median Nerve. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics. (19), 201-204.

McCauley-Bell, P., Wang, H, and Crumpton, L. (1997). A Fuzzy Linear Regression Model To Measure The Impact of Risk Factors On Cumulative Trauma Disorders In Occupational Tasks. IEEE Transactions Systems, Man, Cybernetics, pp. 1-14.

Killough, M. K. and Crumpton, L. (1996). An Investigation of Cumulative Trauma Disorders in the Construction Industry. International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics ,Vol. 18, pp. 399-405.

Soh, Tzer Nan., Parker, P., Crumpton, L.L. and Mealins, C. (1996). An Investigation of Respiration While Wearing Back Belts. Journal of Applied Ergonomics, Vol. 28, pp. 189-192.

Proceedings

Meza, Katherine, Ferreras, Ana, Crumpton-Young, Lesia L., Rabelo, Luis, Williams, Kent, and Hampton, Edward (2004) Industrial Engineering Curriculum Issues, Institute of Industrial Engineers Thirteenth Annual Research Conference, Dallas, Texas.

Meza, Katherine, Crumpton-Young, Lesia L., Geiger, Christopher, and Lamia, Cori (2004) Use of SWOT Analysis and Process Evaluation Tools, 10 th International Conference on Industry, Engineering, and Management Systems, Cocoa Beach, Florida.

Meza, Katherine and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2003) Relationship between Task Demands and Total Body Fatigue, Institute of Industrial Engineers Twelfth Annual Research Conference, Portland, Oregon.

Meza, Katherine and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2003) Investigation of the Changes in Total Body Fatigue Given the Influence of Job Task Demands, 6 th Annual Applied Ergonomics Conference, Dallas, Texas.

Babski-Reeves, Kari and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2001) Primary Risk Factor Interactions in Predicting Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Proceedings of the Tenth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference.

Parker, Patrick L. and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2001) Quantifying Selection Bias in an Experimental Design. Proceedings of the Tenth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference.

Babski K, Crumpton-Young L, Riley J, Nitcavic L, Gentry H (2000) An Investigation of the Relationship between Time Stress and Fatigue. Proceedings of the Ninth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 1-9.

Babski, Kari and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) An Evaluation of Total Body Fatigue. Proceedings of the Eighth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, p. G2.

Babski, Kari and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) An Evaluation of Cumulative Trauma Disorders During Small Motor Assembly. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety XI, pp. 127-132.

Chestnut, Jacqueline A. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) Knowledge Transfer in Designing User Interfaces for Diverse Populations. Proceedings of the Eighth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, p. K2.

Chestnut, Jacqueline A. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) An Investigation of the Types of Human Errors Committed during Data Entry. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety XI, pp. 277-282

Williams, Sabrina N. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) An Investigation of Subjective Estimations of Work Ability to Determine Cognitive and Physical Functioning in Older Employees. Proceedings of the Eigth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, p. I2.

McCauley-Bell, Pamela R. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998) The Human Factors Issues in Information Security: What are They and Do They Matter? Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 42nd Annual Meeting, pp. 439-442.

Smith, Brian K., Cassady, Richard, and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998). A Framework for Modeling the Human Reliability-Total Body Fatigue Relationship, Proceedings of the Fourth International Society for Science and Applied Technology International Conference on Reliability and Quality in Design, pp. 282-287.

McCauley-Bell, Pamela R. and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (1998). Navigating the Tenure Track Through Effective Collaboration, Proceedings of the 1998 Women Engineering Program Advocate Network Conference.

Williams, Sabrina N. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998). An Investigation of the Work Ability of Older Employees in the Plywood Industry. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety 2, p. 579-582.

Harden, Edward, and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). Using Virtual Reality as a Tool to Enhance Classroom Instruction. 21st International Conference on Computers and Industrial Engineering, pp. 217-220.

Crumpton, Lesia L. and Williams, Sabrina N. (1997). Accommodating an Aging Workforce: A Privilege or a Problem? Proceedings of the National Ergonomics Assocation, pp. 18-24.

Chestnut, Jacqueline and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). Virtual Reality: A Tool in the 21st Century for Disabled Persons and Medical Students. Proceedings of the Sixteenth Annual Southern Biomedical Research Conference, pp. 418-421.

Babski, Kari and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). The Use of Ergonomic Measures to Prevent and Control the Occurrence of CTDs: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome. Proceedings of the Sixteenth Annual Southern Biomedical Research Conference, pp. 407-410.

Harden, Edward and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). Harnessing the Power of Virtual Reality for Ergonomics Education. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety 1997, pp. 129-132.

Babski, Kari and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). A Review of the Advancements in Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Research. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety 1997, pp. 399-402.

Williams, Sabrina N. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). The Effects of Job Tasks Demands on the Work Ability of Older Employees. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety 1997, pp. 465-468.

Chestnut, Jacqueline and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). Using Virtual Reality to Design for Persons with Disabilities: Past and Future Applications. Proceedings of the Sixth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 885-888.

Soh, Tzer-Nan, Crumpton, Lesia L. and McCauley-Bell, Pamela (1997). An Overview: A Model to Predict the Degree of Accommodation Needed by Disabled Person in the Workplace. Proceedings of the Sixth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 409-414.

Babski, Kari and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). An Investigation of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome in the Field of Cosmetology. Proceedings of the Sixth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 275-279.

Williams, Sabrina N. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). A Comparison of the Work Ability of Older Workers in Similar Occupations. Proceedings of the Sixth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 415-419.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Redesigning Industry for Disabled Employees: A Comprehensive Ergonomic Strategy. Proceedings of the NSF Design National Science Foundation Design and Manufacture Grantees Conference, pp. 549.

Agostinelli, Thomas, Crumpton, Lesia L., and Soh, Tzer Nan. (1996). An Investigation of Wearing Wrist Splints While Performing Work Tasks. Proceedings of the Fifth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 729-734.

Harden, Edward L., Crumpton, Lesia L., and Killough, Kathleen. (1996) An Evaluation of Neural Networks as a Tool for Predicting Workplace Accommodations for Persons with Disabilities. Proceedings of the Fifth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 717-722.

Soh, Tzer-Nan, and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). An Evaluation of Fatigue Indicators While Performing Nursing Tasks. Proceedings of the Fifth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 741-746.

Soh, Tzer-Nan, Crumpton, Lesia L., and McCauley-Bell, Pamela. (1996). The Use of Fuzzy Logic to Develop a Mathematical Model to Quantify Fatigue. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety I. pp. 123-128.

Williams, Sabrina N., Congleton, J.J., and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). An Evaluation of the Work Ability of Older Employees. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety I. pp. 33-38.

Harden, Edward and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Virtual Reality: A Tool for Ergonomists. Advances in Occupational Ergonomics and Safety I. pp. 269-274.

Williams, Sabrina N. and Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). An Investigation of Body Discomfort Experienced by Older Workers. Proceedings of the Fifth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 735-740.

McCauley-Bell, P., Mowatt, J., Sutton, C., Crumpton, L, and Killough, M. (1995). Fuzzy Set Theory and Natural Language in Cumulative Trauma Disorder Evaluation for Construction Workers. Proceedings of the Second Industrial Engineering and Management Systems Research Conference. pp. 214-218.

Tzer Nan Soh and Crumpton, Lesia. (1995). An Evaluation of Persons with Physical Disabilities in the Performance of Industrial Related Work Tasks. Proceedings of the Fourth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, pp. 649-658.

Killough, M., Crumpton, L., Calvert, A., and Bowden, R. (1995). An Investigation of Using Neural Networks to Predict the Presence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Proceedings of the Fourth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference. pp. 659-667.

Crumpton, L., Killough, M. and Soh, Tzer Nan. (1995). An Evaluation of Wheelchair-Bound Persons While Performing Industrial Work Tasks. Advances in Industrial Ergonomics and Safety VII, pp. 869-876.

Crumpton, L. and Soh, Tzer Nan. (1995). An Evaluation of the Fatigue Associated with Performing Nursing Tasks. Advances in Industrial Ergonomics and Safety VII, pp. 973-982.

Killough, M., and Crumpton, L. (1995). An Investigation of Cumulative Trauma Disorders in the Construction Industry . Advances in Industrial Ergonomics and Safety VII, pp. 81-88.

Crumpton, L., and Congleton, J.,(1994). Methods of Assessing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: An Investigation of Accuracy and Usability. Proceedings of the Third Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, 76-81.

Crumpton, L. (1994). Use of Risk Factors Commonly Associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome to Model Median Nerve Conduction. Advances in Industrial Ergonomics and Safety VI, pp. 511-514.

Crumpton, L. (1994). An Evaluation of The Relationship Between Subjective Symptoms and Objective testing Used to Assess Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Advances in Industrial Ergonomics and Safety VI, pp. 515-519.

Others

Crumpton, L. (2000). Ergonomic Issues of the Poultry Industry. Poultry Science Department. Mississippi State University

Crumpton, L. (2000). Research Opportunities in Industrial Engineering. National Society of Black Engineers Conference. Charlotte, North Carolina.

Crumpton, L. (2000). You’ve Got the Power to be Successful. Women in Science and Technology Conference. Coahoma Community College. Clarksdale, Mississippi.

Crumpton, L. (1998). Developing Engineering Criteria for the Inclusion of Disabled Employees. National Science Foundation Annual Report.

Crumpton, L. (1997). Developing Engineering Criteria for the Inclusion of Disabled Employees. National Science Foundation Annual Report.

Crumpton, L. (1996). Redesigning Industry for Disabled Employees. National Science Foundation Final Report.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1993). Evaluation of Risk Factors Commonly Associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Doctor of Philosophy. Dissertation, Texas A&M University.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1990).The Effect of Age on Vibration Sensitivity and Nerve Conduction Time Among Females, Master of Science Thesis, Texas A&M University.

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Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2001) Moderator of Bull Session at WEPAN/NAMEPA Natural Conference, Washington D. C.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2001) Graduate School 101. Workshop presented at NSBE National Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2001) Careers in Academia. Workshop presented at NSBE National Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Chestnut, Jacqueline and Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Human Error Implications in Information Security, Institute of Industrial Engineering Ninth Annual Research Conference, Cleveland, Ohio.

Williams, Sabrina N., Crumpton-Young, Lesia L., Roberts, Anthony, Adebiyi, Ronke (2000) Age-Related Changes in the Work Ability of University Employees: A follow-up study, Institute of Industrial Engineering Ninth Annual Research Conference, Cleveland, Ohio.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) The World of Engineering: Sonia Kovaversky Mathematics Day at Mississippi University for Women, Columbus, Mississippi.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Keynote Address for the National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers National Conference, Miami, Florida.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) You’ve Got the Power: Keynote Address. Women in Science and Technology Conference at Coahoma Community College, Clarksdale, Mississippi.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Research Opportunities in Industrial Engineering Workshop presented at NSBE National Conference, Charlotte, North Carolina.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Distance Learning Opportunities. Workshop presented at US Black Engineers National Conference, Baltimore, Maryland.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Technology Awareness Summit. Panel discussion presented at US Black Engineers National Conference, Baltimore, Maryland.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Systemic Issues facing Minority Engineering Enrollment. Panel discussion presented at US Black Engineers National Conference, Baltimore, Maryland.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Successful Strategies for Successful Women, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., Regional Conference, Biloxi, Mississippi.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Systemic Issues Affecting the Enrollment of African Americans in Engineering Disciplines, US Black Engineers Conference. Baltimore, Maryland.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Effective Use of Distance Learning Technologies, US Black Engineers Conference. Baltimore, Maryland.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Black Family Technology Awareness Summit, US Black Engineers Conference. Baltimore, Maryland.

Crumpton-Young, Lesia L. (2000) Successful Strategies for College, Mississippi Student Achievement Program, Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) The Power of Positivity, Women in Science and Engineering Conference, Texas A&M University. College Station, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) Negotiating the Graduate School Process, National Society of Black Engineers Conference, Kansas City, Missouri

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1999) Ergonomics in the Workplace, National Society of Black Engineers Conference, Kansas City, Missouri

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998) Negotiating the Graduate School Process, 2nd Annual GEM Summer Institute. Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998) Smart Moves for Smart Women, Women in Science and Engineering Conference, 2nd Annual GEM Summer Institute. Fort Lauderdale, FL.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998) A Model To Predict Accommodations Needed by Disabled Person, Thirteenth Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference. Ypsilanti, MI.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1998) Smart Moves for Smart Women, Women in Science and Engineering Conference, Texas A&M University. College Station, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Plenary speaker for the National Ergonomics Association Conference. Dallas, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Plenary speaker for the Sixteenth Southern Biomedical Engineering Conference. Biloxi, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Invited Session Chairman for Ergonomics Session . Institute of Industrial Engineers Sixth Annual Research Conference. Miami, FL

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997). An Overview: A Model to Predict the Degree of Accommodation Needed by Disabled Person in the Workplace. Institute of Industrial Engineers Sixth Annual Research Conference. Miami, FL.

Crumpton, Lesia L (1997). The Effects of Job Tasks Demands on the Work Ability of Older Employees. Twelfth Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference. Washington, D.C.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Invited panelist for the Executive Lecture Series. Texas A&M University, College Station, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Using Virtual Reality as a Tool to Enhance Classroom Instruction. 21st International Computers and Industrial Engineering Conference. San Juan, Puerto Rico.

Crumpton, Lesia L (1997). An Engineering Analysis of the Effects of Job Tasks Demands on the Work Ability of Older Employees. Ninth Annual Black Graduate Student Association Conference. Raleigh-Durham, NC.

Crumpton, Lesia L (1997). Conducted a workshop on Mentoring. Ninth Annual Black Graduate Student Association Conference. Raleigh-Durham, NC.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Conducted seminar on “Preventing Repetitive Motion Injuries and Illnesses in the Workplace” to the Mississippi Occupational Health Services. Greenville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1997) Invited speaker for the SECME Science and Math Bowl Competition. Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Conducted seminar on ergonomics at the West Point Safety Seminar, West Point, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Redesigning Industry for Disabled Employees: A Comprehensive Ergonomic Strategy. NSF Design National Science Foundation Design and Manufacture Grantees Conference, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). La-Z-Boy: A Training Course in Industrial Ergonomics, Newton, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Virtual Reality: A Tool for Ergonomists. Eleventh Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference, Zurich, Switzerland.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996) The Use of Fuzzy Logic to Develop a Mathematical Model to Quantify Fatigue. Eleventh Annual International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference, Zurich, Switzerland.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). The Effects of Container Size and Type on Grocery Checking Tasks. Fifth Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference, Minneapolis, MN.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Guest lecturer for the Department of University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Guest lecturer for the Department of Biological Engineering, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1996). Conducted a seminar for new faculty members on Research Funding Strategies, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). “Ergonomics in the Workplace”, Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). Job Placement in Rehabilitation Seminar Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology Program Texas A&M University, College Station, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). Health/Science Enrichment Program, Division on Continuing Education, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). Guest lecturer for the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). Society of Women Engineers’ Women in Action Summer Camp, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1995). An Evaluation Of Wheelchair-Bound Persons While Performing Industrial Work Tasks. International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference VII, Seattle, WA.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994). "Industrial Ergonomics in The Workplace" Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, Jackson, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994). Ergonomics in the Workplace. International Conference of Safety Professionals. Babcock & Wilcox Corporation, West Point, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994) Modeling Vibrotactile Sensation: Using Factors Commonly Associated with CTS. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Conference, Nashville, TN.

Broome, S. and Crumpton, L. (1994) Training versus Intuition: A Study of the Effects of Training on the Use of Ergonomic Chairs. Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Conference, Nashville, TN.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994) Integrating Disabled People Into the Workforce: A Comprehensive Ergonomic Approach. First Annual Industrial Engineering and Management Systems Research Conference.
Cocoa Beach , FL.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994) Use of Risk Factors Commonly Associated with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome to Model Median Nerve Conduction. International Industrial Ergonomics and Safety Conference VI, San Antonio, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994) An Evaluation of The Relationship Between Subjective Symptoms and Objective Testing Used to Assess Carpal Tunnel Syndrome International Industrial Ergonomics and Safety Conference VI, San Antonio, TX.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994) Invited Session Chairman for Ergonomics Session . Institute of Industrial Engineers Third Annual Research Conference, Atlanta, GA.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1994) Methods of Assessing Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: An Investigation of Accuracy and Usability. Third Annual Institute of Industrial Engineering Research Conference. Atlanta, GA.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1993) Video Display Terminals and Your Health. Employee Development Seminar. Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1992) A Comprehensive CTS Program Enhanced by Vibrometry and Electroneurometry Testing. Human Factors Conference. Atlanta, GA.

Crumpton, Lesia L. (1991) Ergonomics and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Hand Associates of South Texas Health Education Conference. San Antonio, TX.

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NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center in e-Design: IT enabled design of engineered products and systems. Principal Investigator, $1,100,000.

Reengineering the Undergraduate Program in Industrial Engineering. NSF Planning Grant for Departmental Reform.100,000. Principal Investigator. 2002 – present

“Setting the STAGE: Strategies for Advancing Gender Equity within the Engineering Workforce of the Future, ADVANCE Institutional Transformation Award Program, National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, 4,000,000 (in review)

“The Science and Mathematics Teacher Enhancement and Retention Project, NSF Teacher Enhancement Program, Co-Principal Investigator, 1,700,000 (in review)

An Investigation of Human Performance. Office of Naval Research , Principal Investigator, $200,000, 2000-2002

Ergonomics Investigation of Fuel Tank Assembly, NASA, Principal Investigator, $100,000, 2001-2002

Development of the Ergo-Recliner, Action Industries, Principal Investigator, $25,000, 2001-present

"Developing Engineering Criteria for the Inclusion of Disabled Persons (DECIDE) in the Workplace”
National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $373,543., 1995- 2000

"An Investigation of the Effects of Total Body Fatigue on Human Reliability”, National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $88,941., 1997- 2000

“Ergonomic Task Evaluations of the Indianola, Belzoni, and South Plants,” Delta Pride Catfish, Inc., $18,041., 1999 - 2000

"Research Experience for Undergraduate Students: Supplement to “Project Decide”, National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $9,985., 1998.

"Research Experience for Undergraduate Students: Supplement to “Human Reliability Proposal”, National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $9,762., 1998.

“Ergonomic Evaluation of Caterpillar, Inc.,” Caterpillar, Inc., $7,990., 1998

“Ergonomic Evaluation of United Technologies, Inc.,” United Technologies, Inc., $5,534., 1998

"Beta-Testing of Courseware Modules to Enhance Classroom Instruction-A Proposal to the NSF Product Realization Consortium, Principal Investigator, $9,990., 1997.

"Proposal for NSF Matching Funds to Project Decide” National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $10,000., 1997.

"Research Experience for Undergraduate Students: Supplement to “Project Decide”, National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $10,000., 1997.

"Research Experience for Undergraduate Students: Supplement to “Human Reliability Proposal”, National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $8,000., 1997.

"Start-up Funds for NSF I/UCRC in Ergonomics”, Mississippi State University, $20,000., 1997.

“Trained and educated employees at La-Z-Boy on the principles and practices of Ergonomics,” La-Z-Boy, Principal Investigator, $2,200.,1996.

“The Use of Virtual Reality as a Design Tool for Engineering Students,” Principal Investigator, $2,500., 1996.

“Designing Seating and Positioning Devices for Employees at Babcock & Wilcox”, Babcock & Wilcox, Principal Investigator, $3,000., 1996.

"Research Experience for Undergraduate Students" Supplement to " Developing Engineering Criteria for the Inclusion of Disabled Persons (DECIDE) in the Workplace " National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $9,987., 1995-1996.

“An Investigation of Using Virtual Reality to Design for Persons with Disabilities” Mississippi Research Consortium, Principal Investigator, $4,500., 1995.

"Redesigning Industry for Disabled Employees: A Comprehensive Ergonomic Strategy"
National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $17, 700., 1994-1995.

"Research Experience for Undergraduate Students" Supplement to "Redesigning Industry for Disabled Employees: A Comprehensive Ergonomic Strategy" National Science Foundation, Principal Investigator, $14, 000., 1994-1995.

"Industrial Ergonomics in The Workplace" Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, Principal Investigator, $3, 000., 1994.

"Designing the Workplace to Accommodate Disabled Persons" Mississippi State University. Research initiation Program, Principal Investigator, $6,000., 1994.

“Video Display Terminal and Workplace Evaluation Program” Southwest Airlines Reservation Center, Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX, CO-Principal Investigator, $69,712., 1991.

“Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Workplace Evaluation Program” Texas Engineering Experiment Station, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, CO-Principal Investigator, $10,000., 1992.

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NASA
March 2001 – May 2002
Evaluating the work tasks, processes, and environment in the Mechanical Assembly, Harness fabrication, and SOFI area of the Lockheed Martin Space Systems Company.

Action Industries
March 2001 – June 2002
Designing recliners with ergonomic features.

Office of Naval Research
October 2000 – December 2001
Developing innovative performance measures to assist in optimizing the fit between naval recruits and their assessments in order to reduce naval workforce attrition.

An Investigation of the Effects of Environmental Factors on Total Body Fatigue.
April 1999 – May 2000
Developing appropriate models to accurately assess the effects of individual environmental factors on total body fatigue.

An Investigation of the Effects of Total Body Fatigue on Human Reliability.
August 1997 – December 2000
Developing appropriate models to accurately assess total body fatigue and measure human reliability and using the models to introduce ergonomic interventions in industry to reduce fatigue and improve human reliability.

Developing Engineering Criteria for the Inclusion of Disabled Persons (DECIDE) in the Workplace. August 1995 – August 2000
Continuing previous research efforts needed to establish engineering design criteria that can be used to determine job changes and accommodations that must be incorporated in the workplace to ensure that persons with physical, visual, or hearing disabilities have access to gainful employment opportunities.

Use of Virtual Reality as a Tool for Ergonomists.
August 1995 – August 1999
Performing research studies to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of using virtual reality as a tool for design, evaluation, and training in the field of ergonomics.

Development of the NSF I/U CRC in Ergonomics.
January 1997 – September 1999
In partnership with Texas A&M University, the center is designed to improve worker performance, health, and safety through applying design principles and intervention strategies to existing and emerging technology.

Ergonomic Evaluation of Delta Pride Catfish Farms, Inc., Indianola, Mississippi.
February 1999 – December 2000
Assisting Delta Pride in developing and implementing a comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of cumulative trauma disorders through training, task evaluations, and fatigue assessment.

Ergonomic Evaluation of Caterpillar, Inc., Corinth, Mississippi.
October 1998 – February 1999
Assisting Caterpillar in developing and implementing a comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of back injuries.

Ergonomic Evaluation of United Technologies, Inc., Columbus, Mississippi. September 1998 – May 1999
Assisting United Technologies in developing and implementing a comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of cumulative trauma disorders.

Human Error in Information Security Systems.
September 1998 – December 2000
Investigating human errors and their impact on information security systems.

Investigation of the Work Ability of Older Employees.
August 1995 - Present
Incorporating ergonomics methodologies in the development of assessment tools and techniques that can be easily and readily used within an industrial setting.

Beta-Testing of Courseware Modules to Enhance Classroom Instruction
August 1997 – May 1998
Incorporated courseware modules to enhance classroom instruction by providing real-world experiences using examples and exercises that are designed to challenge students while sharpening their critical thinking and problems solving skills.

GARAN Manufacturing, Inc., Starkville, MS.
February 1996-July 1996
Investigated the use of Voice-Activated Sewing Technology in the performance of garment making tasks. The objective of this research was to investigate the feasibility of using voice activated systems to perform sewing control functions for wheelchair users.

Babcock & Wilcox Fossil Power Services Division, West Point, Mississippi. February 1996 - June 1996
Developed an engineering procedure for designing proper seating and positioning devices for use by employees involved in welding operations.

Redesigning Industry for Disabled Employees: A Comprehensive Ergonomic Strategy.
August 1993 - May 1994
Performed pilot research needed to establish engineering design criteria that can be used to determine job changes and accommodations that must be incorporated in the workplace to ensure that persons with physical disabilities can perform the these tasks adequately

Texas Engineering Experiment Station, Texas A&M University.
October 1992 - December 1992
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Evaluation(CTS) Program. Vibrometry and Electroneurometry testing was conducted on 125 College of Engineering employees. Developed regression models describing median nerve sensory and motor loss among employees. Personal and occupational risk factors known to contribute to the development of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome were evaluated. Developed and taught CTS Education and Awareness seminar for employees. Analyzed employee workstations and work tasks and developed ergonomic solutions to correct problems found.

Southwest Airlines Reservations Center, Dallas, Texas.
October 1991 - September 1992
Video Display Terminal (VDT) Ergonomic evaluation contract through the Texas Engineering Experiment Station at Texas A&M University. Performed an ergonomic analysis of all workstations and work tasks within the reservations center. Surveyed to identify sources of employee injuries, discomfort, and fatigue. Developed ergonomic solutions to correct the problems found and integrated them into the reservations center. Conducted employee training courses and workshops on Ergonomics and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Effect of Age on Vibration Sensitivity and Nerve Conduction Time among Males. August 1990 - December 1990
Developed regression models to describe median nerve conduction and vibrotactile sensation. Models were developed using vibrometry and electroneurometry testing results of 140 healthy males. Models from this study were used as baseline data in future studies involving vibrometry and electroneurometry testing.

Ralph Wilson Plastics Company - Wilsonart, Fletcher, North Carolina.
June 1990 - October 1990
Ergonomic evaluation contract through the Texas Engineering Experiment Station at Texas A&M University. Responsible for ergonomic analysis and redesign of workstations and work tasks within this manufacturing facility. Hazardous working conditions, worker discomfort, work practices, inventory problems, and quality control problems were identified and evaluated. Design solutions to correct noted problem areas were developed and integrated into the present manufacturing system.

Effect of Age on vibration sensitivity and nerve conduction time among Females. March 1990 – August 1990
Developed regression models to describe median nerve conduction and vibrotactile sensation. Models were developed using vibrometry and electroneurometry testing results of 100 healthy females. Models from this study were used as baseline data in future studies involving vibrometry and electroneurometry testing.

Evaluation of Factors that may contribute to development of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome in the Workplace.
June 1990 - July 1990
Vibrometry and Electroneurometry testing was conducted on 260 employees at a large fiberglass reinforcements manufacturing plant in North Texas. Developed regression models describing median nerve sensory and motor loss among employees. Personal and occupational risk factors known to contribute to the development of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome were evaluated.

Ralph Wilson Plastics Company - Wilsonart, Temple, Texas.
June 1989 - April 1990
Ergonomic evaluation contract through the Texas Engineering Experiment Station at Texas A&M University. Responsible for ergonomic analysis and redesign of workstations and work tasks within this manufacturing facility. Hazardous working conditions, worker discomfort, work practices, inventory problems, and quality control problems were identified and evaluated. Design solutions to correct noted problem areas were developed and integrated into the present manufacturing system.

American Telephone and Telegraph, Berkeley Heights, New Jersey.
May 1988 - August 1988
Product development contract through the Texas Engineering Experiment Station at Texas A&M University. Designed and developed a device to use as an Anthropometric marker to improve the image capturing capability of the lifting analysis program for use with the AT&T Video Ergonomic Evaluator. This device and system are currently in use to evaluate the risk of manual lifting tasks.

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Delta Pride Catfish Farms, Inc., Delta South Plant, Belzoni Plant, Sunflower Plant, and Indianola Plant, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
February 1999 – 2000
Conducted a training course on ergonomics and implemented a comprehensive ergonomics strategy to prevent and control cumulative trauma disorders.

Caterpillar, Inc., Corinth, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
September 1998 – February 1999
Developed comprehensive ergonomic strategy for the prevention and control of back injuries.

Technical Solutions, Orlando, Florida. Ergonomic Consultant.
May 2000 – August 2000
Completed Ergonomics/Human Factors Engineering work analysis.

Georgia Pacific, Gloster, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
September 1997
Conducted training course on ergonomics.

Continue Care, Greenville, Cleveland, Hollandale, and Greenwood, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
July-August 1997
Conducted training courses on ergonomics.

Farm Fresh Catfish, Hollandale, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
August 1997
Conducted training course on ergonomics.

Bell South, Meridian, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
August 1997
Conducted training course on ergonomics.

La-Z-boy, Leland, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
January 1997
Conducted a two-day training course on ergonomics.

La-Z-boy, Newton, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
July 1996
Conducted a two-day training course on ergonomics.

Casino Magic, Pass Christian, Mississippi, Ergonomic Consultant.
July 1996
Analyzed the ‘World’s Largest Slot Machine’ to determine the possibility of a back injury occurring from normal use.

Madison Furniture Industries, Canton, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
Dec. 1994- Jan 1995
Responsible for analysis of Work Activities on the Sofa Upholstery Assembly Line.

Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services, Jackson, Mississippi. Ergonomic Consultant.
Responsible for conducting a two day Ergonomic training course entitled “Industrial Ergonomics in The Workplace”

United Parcel Service, Richmond, Virginia. Ergonomic Consultant.
June 1993 - August 1993
Responsible for establishing an employee screening/monitoring program to prevent and control Carpal Tunnel Syndrome development. Also, responsible for conducting ergonomic training workshops for Industrial Engineers.

International Business Machines, Austin, Texas. Ergonomic Consultant.
April 1991- August 1991
Responsible for ergonomic analysis and redesign of workstations and work tasks within the customer installation test and systems manufacturing facility. Identified and evaluated sources of hazardous working conditions, worker discomfort, work method problems, inventory problems, and quality control problems. Design solutions for noted problem areas were integrated into the present manufacturing system.

Northern Telecom Inc., Richardson, Texas. Equipment Engineer.
May 1984 - August 1987
Determined equipment layout and cable routing of the Digital Multiplex Switch (DMS 200) for approximately 30 locations. Developed documentation for each DMS switch. Initiated equipment layout and cable routing research efforts for the Compact Switch which were incorporated into current practices. (Summer Employment)

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• An Investigation of the Effectiveness of Instructional Media/Virtual Reality Pairing for Ergonomics Instruction
• Human Error in Information Security Systems
• Knowledge Transfer in Designing User Interface for Diverse Populations
• A Taxonomy for Classifying Human Error Within Information Systems During Data Entry
• An Investigation of the Impact of the Occurrence of Human Errors Committed during Data Entry
• A Comparison of Functional Performance Measures of Functional Ability and Self-Reported Measures of Work Ability in Older Employees
• A Tabu Search Approach to the Permutation Flow Shop Problem with •Minimizing Flowtime as the Criterion
• An Analysis of the Validity and Reliability of a Model for Prediction of Accommodations for Disabled Persons
• An Evaluation of the Risk Factors Associated with Cumulative Trauma Disorders
• An Evaluation of Occupational Factors Associated with Cumulative Trauma Disorders
• An Knowledge-Based Expert System for Determining if Accommodations are Needed for Disabled Employees
• An Investigation of Body Discomfort Experienced by Older Workers
• An Investigation into the Occurrence of Cubital Tunnel Syndrome in the Field of Cosmetology
• An Evaluation of Neural Networks as a Tool for Predicting Workplace Accommodations for Person with Disabilities
• Virtual Reality: A Tool for Ergonomists
• An Evaluation of the Work Ability of Older Employees
• An Evaluation of Fatigue Experienced By Nurses
• An Investigation of CTDs in the Construction Industry
• An Investigation of Awkward Posture and Use of Force in the Upper Extremity while Performing Construction Tasks
• A Study of EMG and Respiration While Wearing Back Belts
• An Evaluation of The Relationship Among Age, Performance, and Physiological Response During Light and Moderate Work Tasks

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• Recipient of the NSBE 1999 Dr. Janice A. Lumpkin Educator of the Year Golden Torch Award
• Nominee for the Mississippi Institutions of Higher Learning Board Award for the Advancement of Diversity – 1998
• Recipient of the National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (NACME) Alumni Leadership Award - 1998
• Recipient of the U.S. Black Engineer of the Year Education Award – 1997
• Recipient of the Outstanding Faculty Award- MSU Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority 1997
• Nominee for the Outstanding Researcher in the College of Engineering Award – 1997
• Recipient of the Hearin-Hess Distinguished Professor Award from the College of Engineering at Mississippi State University – 1999-98, 1998-97, 1997-96 and 1996-95
• Recipient of Outstanding Faculty Award- Department of Industrial Engineering 1995 - 1997
• Recipient of the Outstanding Women of Color in Science and Technology Award - 1996
• Nominee for the NSF Presidential Faculty Fellows Award - 1996
• Recipient of the Outstanding Faculty Award- MSU Golden Key Honor Society 1995-96
• Recipient of the Outstanding Faculty Award- MSU Chapter of the NAACP 1997 and 1996
• Recipient of the Outstanding Faculty Award- MSU Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority 1994-96
• Recipient of the International Occupational Ergonomics and Safety Conference VII Best Industrial Paper Award - 1995
• Recognized by the Starkville, MS Chamber of Commerce - 1995
• First African-American female to obtain a Ph.D. in the College of Engineering at Texas A&M University
• Recipient of National Science Foundation - Graduate Engineering Education(GEE) Fellowship
• Recipient of National Consortium for Graduate Degrees for Minorities in Engineering and Science (GEM) Fellowship
• Member of Alpha Pi Mu member - National Industrial Engineering Honor Society
• Member of Sigma Xi - Scientific Honor Society

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• Member of the Congressional Oversight Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering (CEOSE) for the National Science Foundation
• Secretary of the International Society of Occupational Ergonomics and Safety
• Member of Institute of Industrial Engineers Society
• Member of Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
• Co-Advisor for National Society of Black Engineers
• Co-Advisor for the University Familiarization Program for Minorities in Engineering
• Co-Advisor for the Society of Women Engineers
• Member of the Institutional Review Board for Use of Human Subjects
• Member of the MSU Council on Minority Affairs
• Member of the MSU Graduate Council
• Member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha National Service Sorority
• Appointed to Congressional Oversight Committee for NSF on Equal Opportunities in Science and Engineering 1997-2000
• Inducted into “Prominent Women” section of the Global Alliance 1999
• Featured in Outstanding Women in Science and Technology exhibit at National Museum of Business and Industry 1999
• Member of the MSU Presidential Search Local Advisory Committee 1997
• Member of the Vice-President of Research Advisory Committee 1997
• Member of the Pew Roundtable Program 1997
• Reviewer for the Institute of Industrial Engineers Research Conference 1997
• Panelist for the Seminar on Math and Science Education, Columbia University 1997
• Member of the College of Engineering’s Communication Skills Hearin Team
• Speaker for the Youth Award’s Banquet, Second Baptist Church 1997
• Member of advisory board for the PAACS Program at MSU 1995-96
• Chair of the United Way Fund-Raising Advisory Committee for COE 1996
• Panelist for GEM’s 20th Anniversary symposium celebrating “Diversity in Graduate Education” 1996
• Reviewer for the National Science Foundation’s FY 1997 Undergraduate Course and Curriculum Development and Faculty Enhancement Programs
• Presenter for the “Women In Action” Girls Camp 1994-1996
• Reviewer for the National Science Foundation’s FY 1996 CAREER Program
• Newsletter Editor for the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 1995-96
• Panelist for the Black Student Council, Mississippi State University
• Usher for the spring commencement exercises at Mississippi State University 1995, 1996 & 1997

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Pamela Barber Freeman, Ph.D.
Professor
Department of Educational Leadership and Counseling
College of Education
Prairie View A&M University
P.O. Box 4349
Prairie View, TX 77446
(936) 857-4649

Melvin C. Ray, Ph.D.
Assistant to the President
Mississippi State University
P.O. Box 6018
Mississippi State, MS 39762
(662) 325-3222

John M. Usher, Ph.D.
Department of Industrial Engineering
Box 9542.
Mississippi State, MS 39762-9542
(601) 325-3865

Karan A. Watson, Ph.D. .
Associate Provost and Dean of Faculty
Texas A&M University
College Station, TX 77843
(979) 845-7200

Clara Young, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Foundations, Secondary, and Physical Education
College of Education
Auburn University Montgomery
P. O. Box 244023
Montgomery, AL 36124-4023
(334) 244-3269

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