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Dr. Betty L. Harkins

  • Lecturer - Org, Wkforce, & Ldrshp Studies

Biography and education

Spent my childhood in Glen Rose, Texas on my maternal grandparents' ranch, along with my parents and three siblings. Married during the Viet Nam War/Conflict and moved to San Marcos, Texas. Devoted 15 years to working in the mental health and social service professions. Began teaching at Texas State University in 1992.

Doctor of Philosophy Degree, Human Resource Development, Texas A&M University
Master of Public Administration, Texas State University
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences, Texas State University
Chemical Dependency Counselor Curriculum, University of Texas, Austin and
St. Mary's University, San Antonio
Paralegal Studies, University of Texas, Austin

Teaching Interests

Research Interests

  • Harkins, Betty (Co-Principal). Alumni Relations Grant, Texas State University, Institutional (Higher Ed). (Submitted: February 1, 2011). Grant.
  • Harkins, Betty (Co-Principal). University College Minigrant, Texas State University, Private / Foundation / Corporate. (Submitted: February 1, 2008). Grant.
  • Harkins, B., & Springer, S. B. (1996). Characteristics of Employees and Interns Preferred by Employers in the IH 35 Corridor.
  • Award / Honor Recipient: Favorite Professor Award, Alpha Chi National College Honor Society. February 1, 2011
  • Award / Honor Recipient: Stephanie Goodbread Award for Outstanding Advisor to the Honors Program. February 1, 2010
  • Award / Honor Recipient: "Outstanding Teaching" Certificate for US 1100 University Seminar, Texas State University. 2001 - 2007
  1. Other

    Occupational Education Program

  2. Member

    Ethics Review Board, City of Converse

  3. Member

    Capital Improvement Bond Committee

  4. Other

    Occupational Education at Annual Career Fairs

  5. Other

    General Education Committee, University College

  6. Other

    Converse Economic Development Corporation

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