Education

1975                 University of Michigan                                Ann Arbor, MI
B.S. Biology

1977                   University of Michigan                               Ann Arbor, MI
M.A. in Education

1979                   University of Michigan                               Ann Arbor, MI
M.S. in Biology

1985                    SUNY-Binghamton                               Binghamton, NY
Ph.D. in Biology

2005                   Syracuse University                                  Syracuse, NY
M.A. in Fashion and Design Technologies

Business Experience

1991 – 2001             Dorita Weaver Designs                  Elmira & Ithaca, NY
Small apparel and costume design and construction business with freelance work in professional theater, opera, and film.

2001 – present       Reyen Design Studios                              Syracuse, NY
 Partner and designer of textiles and apparel.

Teaching Experience

1976 – 77            Community High School                             Ann Arbor, MI
Environmental science and ecology

1977 – 78             Indian Trail Junior High                                Plainville, IL
Biology, earth science, physical science

1979 – 85             SUNY – Binghamton                              Binghamton, NY
Human anatomy and physiology, comparative biology of vertebrates

1998 – 2005          Syracuse University                                 Syracuse, NY
Textile design, fashion design, CAD programs for apparel design and pattern making

Summary of qualifications

Experience in small business operations, textile design and manipulation, dyeing techniques.

Experience in textile design and fabric manipulation.

Experience in fashion design, pattern making and construction.