John A. Casesse Director of Forensics Basic Course Director Lasher 012 740.593.9962 westd1@ohio.edu

Education:  M.A. Texas State University - San Marcos (2005), B.A. South Dakota State University (1988).

Professional Experience: Assistant Professor & the John A. Cassese Director of Forensics (2005-present, Basic Course Director (2007-present), School of Communication Studies, Ohio University.  Assistant Coach and Graduate Teaching Assistant, Texas State University-San Marcos (2004-2005).  Curriculum Director and 1st Grade Teacher, Tottenberry's Private School, Pearland, TX (2003-2004).  Lecturer and Director of Forensics, Rice University (1993-2003). Instructor, Minnesota State University-Moorhead (1992-1993). Lecturer and Director of Forensics, North Dakota State University (1991-1992).  Instructor, Winona State University (1990-1991).  Graduate Teaching Assistant and Assistant Director of Forensics, South Dakota State University (1988-1990).

Research: Communication Education, Forensics Administration, Leadership, Teambuilding, Training and Development.

Teaching: Professional Seminar in Pedagogy and Assessment, Introduction to Human Communication, Introduction to Public Speaking, Oral Interpretation, Persuasion, Conference and Meeting Planning, Senior Capstone Seminar (Leadership Communication).