1.Academic History

CURRICULUMVITAE

1.ACADEMIC HISTORY

A.Name: Donald W. Bower

B.Present Rank: Professor Emeritus, Department of Human Development and Family Science and Specialist, Cooperative Extension, College of Family and Consumer Sciences

Date of Appointment: December 16, 1989

Years at Present Rank: 5

Proportion time assignments: 49% Service/Outreach

C.Tenure Status: tenured (positive post-tenure review in 2005)

D.Administrative Title: none

E.Graduate Faculty Status: Not on Graduate Faculty

F.Highest Degree, Institution, Date: Doctor of Philosophy,

The University of Georgia, 1989

Academic Positions in Reverse Chronological Order:

2008-present: Professor Emeritus, Human Development and Family Science, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Specialist, Cooperative Extension, The University of Georgia

2005-2008: Professor and Head, Child and Family Development, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Human Development Specialist, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia

2003-2005:Professor, Child and Family Development, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Human Development Specialist, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia

1996-2003: Associate Professor, Child and Family Development, College of Family and Consumer Sciences and Human Development Specialist, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia

1994-1996: Associate Professor, Extension Education and Extension Leader/Human Development Specialist, Cooperative Extension Service, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia

1989-1994: Assistant Professor, Extension Education and Extension

Leader/Human Development Specialist, Cooperative Extension Service, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, The University of Georgia

1981-1989: Extension Specialist - Human Development, Cooperative

Extension Service, The University of Georgia

1975-1981: Extension Home Economist - Family Relations, Cooperative

Extension Program, Fort Valley State College

1975: Research Assistant (for Dr. V. Christopherson), College of Home

Economics, The University of Arizona

2.RESIDENT INSTRUCTION AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

A.Graduate Instruction

Dr. Bower has presented the following invited lectures to courses and supervised independent undergraduate and graduate study at The University of Georgia.

Introduction to Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS 2000), 2002-present.

Current Research and Issues in Child and Family Development (CHFD 8910), 1998-2003.

Guidance Practices in Educational Settings (CHFD 2896), 2003.

Parent Education and Child Guidance (CHFD 4860), 2001-2008.

Special Problems in Child & Family Development (CHFD 3110), 1997- 2008.

Directed Study in Child & Family Development (CFD 901), 1997

Current Research and Issues in Child and Family Development (CFD 850), 1989-1997

Health Promotion and Behavior (HPB 792), 1991

Creative Programming for 4-H and Youth (AET 704), 1986-1988, 1995- 1996

B.Graduate Student Advisement

Dr. Bower has supervised 18 graduate internships and served on 14 research committees. These students were majoring in Child and Family Development, Extension Education, or Journalism. See Section E-6 below.

Undergraduate Instruction

Term / Course / Description / Enrollment / Eval
Fall 2011 / CHFD 5930 / CFLE Internship / 2 / n/a
Sum 2011 / CHFD 5930 / CFLE Internship / 1 / n/a
Spr 2011 / CHFD 5930 / CFLE Internship / 2 / n/a
Fall 2010 / CHFD 4880 / Family Life Educ Methodology / 10 / n/a
Sum 2010 / CHFD 5930 / CFLE Internship / 3 / n/a
Fall 2009 / HONS 3040H / Faculty mentor / 1 / n/a
Fall 2009 / CHFD 4880 / Family Life Educ Methodology / 9 / n/a
Sum 2009 / CHFD 5930 / CFLE Internship / 3 / n/a
Spr 2009 / CHFD 5910 / Internship Orientation FLE / 3 / n/a
Fall 2008 / CHFD 4880/6880 / Family Life Educ Methodology / 10 / 4.85/5
Fall 2008 / CHFD 5910 / Internship Orientation FLE / 8 / n/a
Spr 2008* / FACS 2000 / Intro to FACS / 350 / 4.78/5
Fall 2007* / FACS 2000 / Intro to FACS / 350 / 4.82/5
Sum 2007 / CHFD 5910 / Internship in CFD / 15 / n/a
Spr 2007* / FACS 2000 / Intro to FACS / 350 / 4.88/5
Fall 2006* / FACS 2000 / Intro to FACS / 350 / 4.87/5

*co-taught with Dr. J. Hathcote

3.SCHOLARLY ACTIVITIES

A.Publications

*Publications which have undergone stringent editorial review.

**Publications which were invited and carry recognition.

Books authored and co-authored

None

Books edited and co-edited

None

Chapters in books

1985*/**Cudaback, D., Myers-Walls, J., Bower, D., Edmondson, J., Lingren, H., Nelson, P., Nuttall, P. (1985). "How Effective Are Extension Family Life Programs?" In R. Williams, et al. (Eds), Family Strengths: Enhancement of Interaction. Lincoln, Nebraska: Department of Human Development and the Family.

Monographs

2002*/**Bower, D. (2002). Sexual orientation: Helping all teens find security. Paper prepared for the Annual Family Life Seminar on Adolescent Sexuality. Retrieved from

*DeBord, K., Bower, D., Goddard, H., Kirby, J., Kobbe, A., Myers-Walls, J., Mulroy, M., Ozretich, R. (2002). National Extension Parenting Educators= Framework. Retrieved from depts/facs/NEPEF.html.

Journal articles

2006*DeBord, K., Bower, D., Goddard, W., Wilkins, J., Kobbe, A., Myers-Walls, J., Mulroy, M. & Ozretich, R. (2006). A professional guide for parenting educators: The National Extension Parenting Educators’ Framework. Journal of Extension, 44 (3). Available at

2001**Bower, D. (2001). Soul shaping borne of personal experience, J. of Family and Consumer Sciences, 93 (3), 20.

1999**Bower, D. (1999). What works: Research on effective programming in adolescent sexuality, pregnancy and parenting. National Extension Network for Health, Bridge for Adolescent Pregnancy, Parenting and Sexuality. Available at

1998**/*Bower, D. Lambert, C. (1998). Teaching to the heart and the mind: Using live theater in family development education. Forum for Family and Consumer Sciences, 3, 10-13.

1994**Bower, D. (1994). The Cooperative Extension Service: An educational force for families. Georgia Academy Journal, 2 (1), 12-14.

*Golembiewski, R.T. Bower, D.W. (1994) Family features, performance at work, and phases of burnout. Journal of Health and Human Resource Administration, 17 (1), 11-31.

*Bower, D., Courson, J. Frazier, J. (1994). Personnel interviewing via videoconferencing. Journal of AppliedCommunication, 78 (2), 24-32.

*Bower, D. (1994). Kids in cars, safely. Family Day Care Connections, 7 (3), 6-7.

1993*Golembiewski, R.T., Bower, D.W. Kim, B.S. (1993). Family functioning and burnout at work: Alternative FACES measures. Journal of Health and Human Resources Administration, 15 (3), 349-372.

1990*/**Bower, D.W. (1990). Child and adolescent safety: Injury prevention. PENPages (MAPP - the Family and Economic Well-Being National Electronic Database, J. Van Horn, ed.); 085071445, Research Brief, 4 pp.

*Bower, D.W., Pace, M.A. Chapman, S. (1990). Parents and puberty: Encouraging family communication. Resources in Education (June).

1986*/**Bower, D.W. (1986). Conflict reckoning...In our work and lives.

What's New in Home Economics, 19 (2).

1977*Bower, D.W. Christopherson, V.A. (1977). University student cohabitation: A regional comparison of selected attitudes and behavior. Journal of Marriage and the Family, 39, 447-453.

Extension bulletins/publications

2008*Futris, T., et al., Guide for New Parents (CHFD-E-86), Cooperative Extension, The University of Georgia, Athens.

2001*Bower, D. (September 2001). After the Disaster: Emotional Reactions and Help (CHFD-E 10-1), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (September 2001). After the Disaster: Phases of Community Adjustment (CHFD-E 10-2), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (September 2001). After the Disaster: When Healing is Slow (CHFD-E 10-6), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Pearson, K. Bower, D. (July 2001). New Neighbors: A Human Resource Introduction to Latino Employees in Georgia’s Green Industry (CHFD-E 52), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (November 2001). Tips for Parents revision of 31 titles, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

“Helping Children Make Friends” CHFD-E 19-01

“Natural Consequences” CHFD-E 19-02

“Children and Stress” CHFD-E 19-03

“Talking about Feelings” CHFD-E 19-04

“Organized Sports: Is Your Child Ready?” CHFD-E 19-05

“Controlling Head Lice” CHFD-E 19-06

“Building a Love of Reading” CHFD-E 19-07

“Help your Child Develop a Positive Self-Esteem” CHFD-E 19-08

“Improve your Family Communication” CHFD-E 19-09

“Divorce and Children” CHFD-E 19-10

“Helpful Hints on Discipline” CHFD-E 19-11

“Helpful Homework Hints” CHFD-E 19-12

“TV: Friend or Foe?” CHFD-E 19-13

“Is your Child Ready for Self-Care?” CHFD-E 19-14

“Bike Safety” CHFD-E 19-15

“The First Day of School” CHFD-E 19-16

“Making Meals Healthier” CHFD-E 19-17

“Parents and Stress” CHFD-E 19-18

“Preparing for the Snack Attack” CHFD-E 19-19

“Creating Reading Readiness” CHFD-E 19-20

“Manners for Children” CHFD-E 19-21

“A Place for Study” CHFD-E 19-22

“Children in the Kitchen” CHFD-E 19-23

“Balancing Work and Family Life” CHFD-E 19-24

“Coping with Disappointment” CHFD-E 19-25

“Insects: Your Child’s Friend or Foe?” CHFD-E 19-26

“Your Child’s Sexuality” CHFD-E 19-27

“Dealing with the School Bully” CHFD-E 19-28

“A Parent’s Guide to Children’s Weight” CHFD-E 19-29

“Getting Along: Sibling Fights” CHFD-E 19-30

“Help! My Teen is a Vegetarian” CHFD-E 19-31

2000*Bower, D. (May 2000). Teaching Our Daughters about Sexuality. (CHFD-E 42), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (May 2000). Teaching Our Sons about Sexuality. (CHFD-E 43), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

Converted to online availability the following Extension publications:

“Well on your Way” series

“Baby Bouncer” series

“1-2-3 Grow!” series

1999*/**Bower, D. (Nov 1999). The Miraculous Minds of Teens. Guest author for issue of national Extension publication series, The Ups and Downs of Adolescence, published by the University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

*Bower, D. (1999). Stress Management for Farmers (CHFD-E 33), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (1999). Stress Symptoms (CHFD-E 34), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (1999). Farming: A Stressful Occupation (CHFD-E 35), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (1999). Farm Stress Management Plan (CHFD-E 36), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1998*Bower, D. (1998). Building Baby’s Brain: Prime Times for Learning (FACS 01-3), average- and low-reading versions, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D. (1998). Building Baby’s Brain: What Child Care Can Do (FACS 01-5), average- and low-reading versions, College of Family and Consumer Sciences, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1996*Bower, D. (1996). Baby’s First Year Calendar (DP-RMHD-079), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D., et al. (1988, revised 1996). Baby Bouncer publication series, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

Leaflet 398-1Month 1

Leaflet 398-2Month 2

Leaflet 398-3Month 3

Leaflet 398-4Month 4

Leaflet 398-5Month 5

Leaflet 398-6Month 6

Leaflet 398-7Month 7

Leaflet 398-8Month 8

Leaflet 398-9Month 9

Leaflet 398-10Month 10

Leaflet 398-11Month 11

Leaflet 398-12Month 12

*Alley, H. Bower, D. (1988, revised 1996). Well on Your Way publication series, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

Leaflet 388-1First Trimester

Leaflet 388-2Month 4

Leaflet 388-3Month 5

Leaflet 388-4Month 6

Leaflet 388-5Month 7

Leaflet 388-6Month 8

*Bower, D. Pace-Nichols, M.A. (1996) Principles of Parenting publication series (adapted from Alabama Extension publication series), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

Leaflet 436-1The Challenge of Being a Parent

Leaflet 436-2Replacing Stress with Peace

Leaflet 436-3Building Family Strengths

Leaflet 436-4Helping Your Children Succeed at Learning

Leaflet 436-5Strengthening Your Marriage

Leaflet 436-6Now That We’re Divorced

Leaflet 436-7Enjoying Each Child as an Individual

Leaflet 436-8Being Understanding

Leaflet 436-9Sending Messages of Love

Leaflet 436-10Building a Positive Relationship

Leaflet 436-11Meeting Children’s Needs

Leaflet 436-12Communication: Building a Strong Bridge

Leaflet 436-13Something Better Than Punishment

Leaflet 436-14Introduction to Principles

*Bower, D.W. (1988, revised 1996). 1-2-3 Grow! publication series, Cooperative Extension Service, University of Georgia, Athens.

398-1: 12-15 months

398-2: 16-18 months

398-3: 19-21 months

398-4: 22-24 months

398-5: 25-27 months

398-6: 28-30 months

398-7: 31-33 months

398-8: 34-36 months

398-9:3 years old

398-10: 3 years 4 months - 3 years 6 months

398-11: 3 2 years - 3 years 9 months

398-12: 3 years 9 months - 4 years

1994*Bower, D. Pace-Nichols, M.A. (1994). Signs of Stress in Farm Families. Chapter 13 (pp. 134-142) in Drought Management Handbook, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia,

Athens. Agent resource notebook developed with USDA funding to respond to emergency drought situation.

*Pace-Nichols, M.A. and Bower, D. (1994). Helping the Client Cope with Stress. Chapter 13 (pp. 143-153) in Drought Management Handbook, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens. Agent resource notebook developed with USDA funding to respond to emergency drought situation.

*Bower, D. (1994). After the Disaster publication series, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

DP-CFR-065: “Emotional Reactions”

DP-CFR-066: “Emotional Passages”

DP-CFR-067: “Special Risk Groups”

DP-CFR-068: “Staying in Someone Else’s Home”

DP-CFR-069: “Helping Children Cope”

1993Bower, D.W., Pace-Nichols, M.A., et al. (1993). Putting Knowledge to Work for Strong Georgia Families. Cooperative Extension Service agent programming packet. Lessons prepared by Bower included "Accepting Individual Uniqueness," "Spiritual Strength," "Social Support," and "Family Time."

*/**Bower, D.W. (1993). Common Disabilities and Practical Teaching Accommodations. Miscellaneous publication prepared for Cooperative Extension Service agent information as part of the Americans with Disabilities Act compliance process.

*Bower, D.W. Pace-Nichols, M.A. (1993). Healthy Families Sharing Strengths (DP-CFR-052), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

Bower, D.W. (1993). TV: Is There a Stranger in Your Home? (DP-FR-053), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D.W. (1993). Child Passengers in Pickup Trucks (DP-CFR-019), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1992Bower, D.W. (1992). Toward an Understanding of Pedophilia, Child Pornography and Sex Rings. Miscellaneous publication prepared for Cooperative Extension Service agent information.

1991*Bower, D.W. Reinheimer, R. (1991). Teen Childbearing: Public Costs in Georgia, 1988. (DP-CFR-003), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens, (prepared with funding support from the Governor's Special Council on Family Planning).

1989*Bower, D.W. Heusel, K. (1989). Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy. (Leaflet 409), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower. D.W. (1989). Education Pays: How Much Do You Want to Earn? Miscellaneous Extension Publication, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D.W. (1989). Home-Based Child Care Business: For Love and Money (Leaflet 411), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1987*Bower, D.W. & Heusel, K. (1987). When Your Child Won't Stay Buckled. Miscellaneous Leaflet, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D.W. and Heusel, K. (1987). What Do You Do For Your Health? (Leaflet 391), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1986*Bower, D.W. (1986). Family, Friends, and Fitting In. Chapter in Living With Diabetes training manual, produced by Medical College of Georgia and Cooperative Extension Service, University of Georgia, Athens.

1985*Bower, D.W. (1985). Be Seated, Be Safe (Leaflet 370), Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

*Bower, D.W. Darden, C.A. (1985). Parent Aid, Extension Publication Series, Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

PA-HE-B-1: "Parenting Styles Today"

PA-HE-B-2: "Understanding Your Child"

PA-HE-B-3: "Talking to Your Child"

PA-HE-B-4: "Encouraging Your Child"

PA-HE-B-5: "Understanding Behavior and Misbehavior"

PA-HE-B-6: "Effective Discipline"

PA-HE-B-7: "Solving Parenting Problems"

PA-HE-B-8: "Responsible Parenting and Family Meetings"

PA-HE-B-9: "Family Stress"

PA-HE-B-10: "Understanding Your Family"

Reports

2001Jackson, L. Bower, D. (2001). State Strengthening and New Communities Projects: Year-End Report. Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia.

Bower, D. Jackson, L. (2001). Georgia Children, Youth and Families at Risk Organizational Change Survey Results. Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia.

2000Bales, D, Jackson, L. Bower, D. (2000). Significant Trends Affecting Human Development Outreach Programming. Georgia Extension System program planning resource paper.

Jackson, L. Bower, D. (2000). State Strengthening and New Communities Projects: Year-End Report. Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia.

1992Ringland, A. Bower, D.W. (1992). Georgia 1992 Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety, Cooperative Extension Service, and Georgia Department of Human Resources.

1991Bower. D.W. Heusel, K. (1991). Georgia 1991 National Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week: A Report from the 70 by 92 Task Force. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety, Georgia Cooperative Extension Service, and Georgia Department of Human Resources.

Bower. D.W., Martin, J., Shinholser, K.J., Bason, J.J. (2001, 2000, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991). Statewide Use of Occupant Restraints: Self-Report and Observational Surveys of Safety Restraint Use in Georgia. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

1990Bower, D.W. and others (1990) Parenting Education Resource Guide, Prepared by Extension Task Force on Parenting for use by county Extension faculty.

1989Bower, D.W., Kingery, D.W., Shinholser, K.J., Bryant, L.D. (1989) Statewide Use of Occupant Restraints: Attitude and Observational Surveys of Safety Restraint Use in Georgia. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

1988Bower, D.W. Kingery, D. (1988, 1987). Statewide Use of Occupant Restraints: Attitude and Observational Surveys of Safety Restraint Use in Georgia. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

1987Bower, D.W. Kingery, D. (1987). Interstate Highway Observational Study. Georgia Governor's Office of Highway Safety.

Abstracts

2003**Bower, D.W. (2003). Rural Community Resources, Challenges, and Strategies: Community Resources Available to Family Caregivers. Proceedings of the Eleventh Congress of the International Psychogeriatric Association. Springer Publishing: New York.

1998**Bower, D.W. (1998). How to Grow a Brain. Proceedings of the Early Childhood Institute. Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1997Thomason, D.J., Thames, B.J., Bower, D.W. (1997). Rowing with the Current, Even when the Waves are Rough: Coping with Organizational Change in Cooperative Extension. Proceedings of the National Galaxy Conference Summit: Mission Possible: Uniqueness with Unity.

1996**Bower, D.W. (1996). What “Being Good” Looks Like: Character Education in Young Children. Proceedings of the Early Childhood

Institute. Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1995**Bower, D.W. (1995). Peacemaking Skills in Childcare. Proceedings of the Early Childhood Institute. Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1992**Bower, D.W. (1992). Toddler Trials and Triumphs. Proceedings of the Early Childhood Institute (pp. 47-50). Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1991**Bower, D.W. (1991). Coping with Childhood Fears of War: Childcare Opportunities. Proceedings of the Early Childhood Institute (pp. 8-10). Cooperative Extension Service, The University of Georgia, Athens.

1989*/**Bower, D.W. (1989). Invited research review on childhood injury prevention for national MAPP Project (Extension Model for Analyzing and Planning Programs), Cooperative Extension Service, USDA, Washington, D.C.

1984*/**Bower, D.W. (1984). Invited research review on adolescent development for national MAPP Project (Extension Model for Analyzing and Planning Programs), Cooperative Extension Service, USDA, Washington, D.C.

Book reviews

1983**Bower, D.W. (1983). The Futility of Family Policy, by G. Steiner. Family Relations,32: 308.

Other professional publications

1993-presentEditor and contributing author, "Senior Sense" departmental publication series. Quarterly publication, including 62 articles by Dr. Bower. Available at

2008**Bower, D. & Hagues, R., Youth developmentand the juvenile justice system. White paper prepared for the UGA Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

2003DeBord, K., D. Bower, H.W. Goddard, J. Kirby, A.M. Kobbe, M. Mulroy, J. Myers-Walls, R. Ozretich (2003). The National Parenting Education Framework. CFLE Network, 15 (3): 10-11.

1990-2003Contributing author to weekly articles submitted electronically to county Extension offices; approximately 54 articles.

1989-2003Editor and contributing author, "News for Families and Consumers@ departmental publication released quarterly with media articles for use

by county Extension staff. Issues from 1989-2003 include more than 300 articles by Dr. Bower.

2001Served on the national Extension System committee to create the National Extension Parenting Education Framework (NEPEF) as a complement to the National Extension Parenting Education Model, and as a means for certifying the competence of Extension parenting educators.

Created educational exhibit for the Extension Occupant Safety Education Program.

Created educational exhibit for the Georgia Children, Youth and Families at Risk Initiative (with L. Jackson)

2000Editor of FACS Extension Online Resource Guide, 1999-2000.

1999“Significant Trends Affecting Human Development Outreach Programming,” Georgia Extension System Program Planning Resource Document.

1998“Build Your Baby’s Brain,” educational exhibit (with D. Bales).

1997“The Value of Experience: Serving the Educational Needs of Georgia Seniors,” interactive computer program/educational exhibit.

“What’s Gotten Into Kids Today” lesson plan distributed to local CES faculty.

1996Author, “Character Counts” lesson plans for 1996 4-H State Council. Taught to 600 teens by agents and adult volunteers.