| Assistant Professor, University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Since 2007. 20th century Urban History; U.S. History Survey; History of Washington, D.C.; Sports History; African American Survey; 20th century Suburban History; History of Race and Ethnicity; 20th century Social Movement; History of the Civil Rights Movement. |
EDUCATION: |
Ph.D., American History and African American History
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI |
2006 |
Dissertation Title: “A City Within a City: The Social and Economic
Construction of Segregated Space in Grand Rapids, Michigan 1945-1975” |
Committee Chairs: Matthew Countryman and Matthew Lassiter |
Committee Members: Earl Lewis and Abigail Stewart |
Examination Fields: › African American History
› Twentieth Century U..S. History
› Urban and Suburban History
› Colonial African History |
| Master of Arts, American History |
2001 |
| University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA |
Master of Management, Business |
1998 |
| Cambridge College, Springfield, MA |
Bachelor of Arts, History and American Studies |
1995 |
| American University, Washington, D.C. |
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION: |
› African American History
› American Historiography
› Colonial Africa
› Public History
› Social History
› Urban/Suburban History |
| HONORS AND AWARDS: |
| Solebury School Board of Trustee Member |
2003-present |
| The Museum of Heroes and Role Models Trustee Member |
2003-present |
| Department of History Outstanding Graduate Student |
| Instructor Award |
2003 |
| Joseph Evans Endowment History Fellowship |
2003 |
| Bilzin Travel Fellowship |
2003 |
Institute for Research on Women and Gender
‘Gender Based Censorship Award’ |
2002 |
| Rackham Merit Fellowship |
2000-present |
| Nuclear Studies Institute Academic Scholarship Award |
1999 |
| Smithsonian Institute Fellowship Award |
1999 |
| Project Initiative Fellowship |
1998-1999 |
| Vice President of the History Honors Society |
1995-1996 |
| History Honors Fraternity (Phi Alpha Theta) |
1994-present |
| Colonial Athletic Association & American University |
| Scholar-Athlete |
1993-1994 |
| American University Athletic Scholarship |
1991-1995 |
| TEACHING EXPERIENCE: |
Instructor: Colloquium: African American History
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 730 |
Fall 2009 |
Instructor: U.S. Since 1877
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 102 |
Fall 2009 |
Instructor: Black Cinema
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 433/633 |
Spring 2009 |
Instructor: American School Desegregation
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 498
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Fall 2008 |
Instructor: U.S. Since 1877
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course102
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Fall 2008 |
Instructor: African American Urban History
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 498 |
Spring 2008 |
Instructor: U.S. Since 1877
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 102 |
Spring 2008 |
Instructor: The Civil Rights Movement
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 498 |
Fall 2007 |
Instructor: U.S. Since 1877
University of Nevada, Las Vegas – Course 102 |
Fall 2007 |
Instructor: Social Forces That Shaped America
American University, History Department – Course 215 |
Spring 2006 |
Instructor: Race, Sports, and Culture in the United States
American University, History Department – Course 296 |
Spring 2006 |
Instructor: 20th Century Urban/Suburban Politics
American University, History Department – Course 490 |
Spring 2006 |
Instructor: Development of the D.C. Community
American University, History Department – Course 690 |
Spring 2006 |
Instructor: History of Washington, D.C.
American University, History Department – Course 296 |
Fall 2005 |
Instructor: Work and Community
American University, History Department – Course 115 |
Fall 2005 |
Instructor: Sports, Culture, and Race
American University, History Department – Course 490 |
Fall 2005 |
Instructor: United States Since 1865
American University, History Department – Course 690 |
Fall 2005 |
Instructor: African-Americans and the City
American University, History Department – Course 379/679 |
Summer 2005 |
Instructor: Urban Washington, D.C.
American University, History Department – Course 690
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Summer 2005 |
Instructor: The Cold War – Independent Study
American University, History Department – 690
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Summer 2005 |
Instructor: Ethnicity in America
American University, History Department – Course 210 |
Spring 2005 |
Instructor: American Urban History
American University, History Department – Course 500 |
Spring 2005 |
Instructor: African American History 1865 to Present
American University, History Department – Course 209 |
Spring 2005 |
Instructor: Readings in Black Studies
American University, History Department – Course 690
|
Spring 2005 |
Instructor: African American History to 1865
American University, History Department – Course 208 |
Fall 2004 |
Instructor: Work and Community
American University, History Department – Course 115 |
Fall 2004 |
Adjunct Faculty: African American History 1865 to Present
American University, History Department – Course 209 |
Spring 2004 |
Adjunct Faculty, Co-Lecturer: Social Forces that Shaped America
American University, History Department – Course 215G |
Spring 2003 |
Lecturer: United States History to 1877
Washtenaw Community College, Humanities Department –
Course 201 |
Winter 2002 |
Graduate Student Instructor: United States, 1865 to the Present
University of Michigan, Department of History – Course 161 |
Winter 2002 |
Graduate Student Instructor: United States, 1865 to the Present
University of Michigan, Department of History – Course 161 |
Fall 2001 |
Instructor: Diversity Training
University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Division of Human Resources |
1998-2000 |
Instructor: Diversity Training & Emotional Intelligence
Springfield Police Academy – In-Service Training Division |
1997-2000 |
Instructor: Social Studies
Robert M. Hughes Charter Academy Charter School |
1999-2000 |
Substitute Teacher: Social Studies
Springfield, Massachusetts Public School Department |
1997-2000 |
| PUBLICATIONS AND SCHOLARLY WORK: |
| Todd E. Robinson, “Day-to-Day Resistance,” Slavery in America: Gale Library of Daily Life, Volume 2, ed. by Orville Vernon (Gale Cengage Press, 2007). |
| Todd E. Robinson, “Discipline and Punishment,” Slavery in America: Gale Library of Daily Life, Volume 2, ed. by Orville Vernon (Gale Cengage Press, 2007). |
| Todd E. Robinson, “Runaway and Fugitive Slaves,” Slavery in America: Gale Library of Daily Life, Volume 2, ed. by Orville Vernon (Gale Cengage Press, 2007). |
| Todd E. Robinson, “Sabotage,” Slavery in America: Gale Library of Daily Life, Volume 2, ed. by Orville Vernon (Gale Cengage Press, 2007). |
| Todd E. Robinson, “Whipping,” Slavery in America: Gale Library of Daily Life, Volume 2, ed. by Orville Vernon (Gale Cengage Press, 2007). |
| The Mustache Saga: Infra-politics in a Midwest City. Grand River Valley History Journal, Grand Rapids Historical Society, Grand Rapids, Michigan. June, 2005. |
Evaluating the Business Race: Understanding Race, Class, and Gender Differences in the Modern Workplace. Management Department, Cambridge College Library, Springfield, Massachusetts. Spring, 1998. |
| WORKS IN PROGRESS: |
| “Body & Soul: The Rise of Youth Protest in Grand Rapids, Michigan” Under Review, Journal of African American History. |
| “Running in the Shadow of Jesse Owens: Social Justice and Black Athletic Contributions.” |
| “Desintegration and Resegregation: The Interracial Freeway Fight in Washington, D.C.” |
| “Sisters, In the By-and-By: Centering African American Women’s Civil Rights Activism in Grand Rapids, Michigan.” |
| “Democracy, Dream and Reality: School Desegregation in Springfield, Massachusetts.” |
| CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS: |
Guest Speaker: Connecticut Valley Historical Society, “Springfield’s Lost Son: John Brown in Historical Memory,” Springfield, Massachusetts, August 24, 2009. |
| Guest Panelist: State of Nevada, “Election Follow-up,” Nevada Public Radio, November 2009. |
| Guest Panelist: State of Nevada, “KNPR’s State of Nevada Five Year Anniversary,” Nevada Public Radio, October 2008. |
| Guest Panelist: Talk of the Nation, “The Last Lynching,” National Public Radio (NPR), October 2008. |
| Paper Accepted: Diversity in Society: Oxford Round Table. Harris Manchester College in the University of Oxford, March 12-17, 2006, Oxford, England. |
| Guest Speaker: Residence Hall Association – Thanksgiving Dinner. Letts Hall, American University. November 17, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Guest Speaker: College of Arts and Sciences: Freshman Service Experience. Ward 2, American University. August 23, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Panel Chair. History Day: A Celebration - Urban History Panel. Mary Graydon Center, American University. April 20, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Moderator. Slavery and the Making of America. Welscher Theater, American University. April 19, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Guest Speaker/Moderator. Washington, D.C. and the African American Usable Past. Teaching a Legacy: A Training-of-Trainers. The Community Service Center, American University. February 26, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Panelist/Guest Speaker. The Historical Significance of Race. The Racial Harmony Initiative, American University Honors Program. American University. February 23, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Guest Speaker. Reaching for the Dream. 2nd Annual Black History Month Gala. February 15, 2005, Fitchburg, Massachusetts. |
| Keynote Address. The Essence of Blackness. Black History Month Opening Ceremony. American University. February 1, 2005, Washington, D.C. |
| Presentation. The Historical Implications of Race and Health: A Post-World War II Analysis of Racial Disparities in Health. Hawaii International Conference on Arts and Humanities. June 8-11, 2004, Honolulu, Hawaii. |
| Presentation. The Mustache Saga: Infra-politics in a Midwest City. Hawaii International Conference on Social Sciences. June 8-11, 2004, Honolulu, Hawaii |
| Guest Speaker. The Relationship of Sport and Social Etiquette. National League of Junior Cotillions Spring Ball. March 13, 2003, Arlington, Virginia. |
Presentation. The Mustache Saga: Infra-politics in a Midwest City. 27th Annual Social Science History Association Meeting. October 24-27, 2002, St. Louis, Missouri. |
Presentation. The Mustache Saga: Infra-politics in a Midwest City. 97th Annual American Sociological Association Meeting. August 16-19, 2002, Chicago, Illinois. |
| Presentation. Discovering African American Life & Activism in Springfield, Massachusetts. Robert M. Hughes Charter Academy Charter School. February 2000, Springfield, Massachusetts. |
| Presentation. Stop the Violence Campaign. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Center. Annual Anti-Police Brutality Symposium. October 1999, Springfield, Massachusetts. |
| RESEARCH EXPERIENCE: |
| Council on African American Affairs (CAAA), Washington, D.C. |
| Research Associate |
2003-2004 |
Conducted historical research within twelve communities, both urban and rural, throughout the United States. Designed and mapped the twelve designated research communities as well as established a selection criterion for CAAA. Assessed health disparities of African American children prenatal through age five by identifying access barriers within each of the twelve cities. Examined the financial, structural, and cultural barriers within each community. Designed and facilitated community forums on health and access issues. Researched how geography and resources impact health care. Conducted health provider interviews and patient focus groups. Write community briefs as well as community and facility observation reports. |
| Institute for Research on Women and Gender, Ann Arbor, MI |
| Research Associate |
2001-2002 |
| Lead historian conducting primary historical research data collection and analysis of qualitative data on northern urban and school desegregation from the 1940s to the 1970s. The project focuses on the effects of de facto segregation, race, family life, gender, and school desegregation in the process of community building. Responsible for quantitative data collection and management. |
| Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, Springfield, MA |
| Research Assistant |
1999-2000 |
| Research assistant for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame exhibit entitled “Freedom To Play: The Life & Times Of Basketball’s African-American Pioneers.” The exhibit chronicles the African-American role in the development of basketball in the 20th century on the barnstorming, collegiate and professional levels for both men and women. Conducted biographical and historical research on issues dealing with 20th century race relations, African American community life, sport and society. Served as liaison between Springfield Public School Department and Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame to increase museum awareness among the youth within the greater Springfield area. |
| National Museum of American History, Washington, D.C. |
| Research Fellowship |
1999 |
| Conducted research on African American male and female sports figures. Examined the effect of sports and personal development. Catalogued and organized archives on various inventors, inventions, and patens. Responsible for research on issues dealing with sports, recreation, and leisure. Assisted in maintaining artifacts employed in competitive sports and recreation on all levels, including souvenirs, clothing, fitness equipment, stadium objects and awards. |
| PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: |
| Holy Trinity School – Georgetown, Washington, D.C. |
| Consultant |
2005-Present |
* Develop learning strategies for students with learning challenges
* Create and implement learning efficiency methods and organizational
tactics
* Participate in mentoring program and provide one-on-one tutoring sessions |
| Springfield School Department, Springfield, MA. |
| Consultant |
1997-2004 |
* Supervised a city-wide School Identification Program
* Directed student services for Pioneer Valley Transit Authority
* Participated in the free Federal Summer Food and Nutrition Program |
| Springfield Police Department, Springfield, MA. |
| Consultant |
1997-2000 |
* Designed curriculum and taught emotional intelligence training courses
* Facilitated diversity training
* Co-taught in-service community police tactics |
| PROFESSIONAL AND SERVICE EXPERIENCE: |
| Volunteer |
| Arlington Food Assistance Center |
| Millennium Time Capsule Project Committee Member |
| University of Massachusetts, Amherst |
| Academic Honesty Board |
| University of Massachusetts, Amherst |
| Tutor |
| Holyoke Community College |
| Mentor/Tutor |
| Macedonia Church of God in Christ |
| Advisor |
| Robert M. Hughes Academy Charter School |
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