Faculty and Staff

Faculty

Schmidt, Donna R., Instructor


Education and Professional Development

--To present day: Continue to explore the world of design and business through seminars, individual tutoring and classes

--1996 Archeworks, Chicago, Illinois: Completed course of study exploring the use of design principles to address social concerns

--1992 Certified by Harvard University Graduate School of Design (Creating Environments for the Elderly)

--1986 Bachelor of Science Degree in Interior Design from Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan

--1968 Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education from Concordia University, River Forest, Illinois

--1964 Diploma from DuVal High School, Glen Dale, Maryland

Work Experience

2006 Faculty Advisor to Michigan State University Study Abroad Program, Art and Architecture in England, Ireland & Scotland
2005 Faculty Advisor to Michigan State University Study Abroad Program, Art and Architecture in Italy
2004 to Present: Assistant Instructor, Interior Design Program, Michigan State University
1986 to Present: Business Owner, Interior Designer, Acanthus Interiors, Inc. East Lansing, Michigan 48823
1995 to Present: Partner/Owner: Commercial Design Associates, LLC at above address.
1999 to 2004: Outside Design Consultant, Department of Interior Design and Housing, Michigan State University, East Lansing, Michigan
1996: Instructor in Interior Design Program, Michigan State University
1993 & 2000-2001: Instructor in Interior Architecture and Design Program, Lansing Community College
1977 to 1986: Assistant Instructor/Clinical Professor, Michigan State University (responsible for instructing, supervising and evaluating student teachers in teacher education program)
1969 to 1971 Elementary School Teacher, Chicago, Illinois and Lansing/Okemos, Michigan

Professional Affiliations and Leisure Activities

1994 Certified by NCIDQ
1987 to Present: Member ASID
Member/Past President, Women Business Owner, Greater Lansing
Member Women’s Economic Club
Past President, Martin Luther Chapel, East Lansing, Michigan

 
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