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Instructor of Psychology/Sociology
Vernon College__ Vernon, Texas 76384 Phone: (940) 552-6291 ext 2255
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Instructor of Psychology/Sociology
Vernon College__ Vernon, Texas 76384 Phone: (940) 552-6291 ext 2255
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WELCOME!! WELCOME!! You are entering the Departments of Psychologyand Sociology. Dina Neal is the full-time instructor. She warns you that you are approaching a unique and sometimes confusing yet highly exciting adventure. There are some who even suggest that the Twilight Zone may be less frightening. Dina believes that if you are striving to become a healthy, well-adjusted person and/or if you are seeking any kind of relationships with others, it may be necessary to embark on this journey. And now, perhaps it would now be appropriate to tell you something about your Guide - DINA NEAL...A Sheep in Wolf's Clothing.
M.S. Sociology, 1978; Texas A&M University at Commerce, Tx. M.S. Psychology, 1975; Texas A&M University at Commerce, Tx. (Minor in Speed/Developmental Reading and Study/Test-Taking Skills) B.S. Education and Psychology, 1973; West Texas A&M University, Canyon, Tx.
CURRENT COURSES TAUGHT:
General Psychology PSYC. 2301 Introductory Psychology SOCI. 1301
Additional Courses Previously Taught:
Psychology of Human Adjustment
Social Problems
Marriage and Family
Human Growth and Development
Child Development
Social Psychology
Family Intervention Strategies
Interpersonal Dynamic
Speed and Developmental Reading
Study and Test Taking Skills
The Effects of Training in The Principles of Test-Wiseness Perceptions of Men's Ideal Woman Auditory vs. Visual Retention
"Language Games and Learning Language"
HONORARY MEMBERSHIPS: Phi Delta Kappa Fraternity, Honor Society in Education Alpha Kappa Delta National Honor society in Sociology Psi Chi National Honor Society in Psychology Alpha Chi National Honor Society
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS: Texas Community College Teachers Associatiobn Council of Teachers of Undergraduate Psychology American Association of University Women COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIPS: Rotary Club of Vernon Grace Episcopal Church Rolling Plains Master Gardners Association
1994 to Present - About eight presentations given for Hospice Volunteer Training sponsored by Texoma Community Home Health Services, Vernon, Tx. 1996 - Two workshops given for the City of Vernon employees on the relationship of personality profiles and communication patterns. 1995 - Presentation given to Texoma Community Home Health Services employees on improving skills in listening. 1993 - Presentations to the Congregate Meals participants in Vernon and Crowell, Tx., on the transitions in aging. 1985 to 1987 - Workshops for employees of Vernon State Hospital on communication skills. 1979 - "The Investigation of Men's Perception of an Ideal Woman and Women's Perception of Men's Ideal Woman." Master's research presented at the Southwestern Sociological Association Convention; Fort Worth, Tx. 1978 - The same research presented at the Fall Symposium, 1978, Texas A&M University at Commerce, Tx.
Travel: International and National (on a teacher's salary) Reading: Mysteries, Intrigue, Science Fiction Novels, etc. Pets: Cats, dogs, goats. Antique Collection: Unusual eating or serving pieces. Gardening
Vernon State Hospital - Volunteer Committee - Institutional Research Texas Community Home Health Services -Hospice Volunteer Training Legislative Officer/Women's Issues of Vernon Chapter of A.A.U.W. Bishop's Committee, Grace Episcopal Church, Past Secretary Rolling Plains Master Gardner's Association
Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists, Licensed as a Psychological Associate
last updated: 04/04/97
copyright 1997 Dina Baxter Neal
Updated 2002