Research InterestsDr. Gwynn Powell's research addresses issues in higher education pedagogy and administrative challenges faced by youth development professionals. Research PublicationsKleinbort, T., Duffy, L. N., Powell, G., Stephens, L., Fogle, E., Gremlin, J. P., Kakrabe Coleman, K., Olsen, L.,& Stephens, L. (2020). Writing in the discipline: A writing mentorship program to enhance student writing skills in the leisure field. SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education.
Larson, L. R., Duffy, L.N., Fernandez, M., Sturts, J., Gray, J., Powell, G.M. (2019). Getting Started on the Tenure Track: Challenges and Strategies for Success. Schole, 34 (1), 35-51.
Gray, J., Larson, L.R., Fernandez, M., Duffy, L.N., Sturts, J., Powell, G.M. & Roberts, K. (2019). The Academic Job Search: Steps for Success. Schole, 34 (1), 16-28
Fernandez, M., Sturts, J., Duffy, L.N., Larson, L.R., Gray, J., Powell, G.M. (2019). Surviving and Thriving in Graduate School. Schole, 34 (1), 3-15
Pinckney, H. P., Clanton, T., Garst, B., & Powell, G. Faith-based organizations: Oft overlooked youth development zones. (2019). Journal of Park and Recreation Administration. doi: 10.18666/JPRA-2019-8232
Harris, B. , Jordan, K.A., Powell, G.M., Tucker, T. & McGuire, F. (2018) Let's Talk About It: Using Interactive Exams to Bring Learning to Life. SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education, 32:1, 80-90, DOI: 10.18666/SCHOLE-2-V32-I1-04 - Published online: 12 Mar 2018
Duffy, L., Pinckney, H., Powell, G., Bixler, R.D., & McGuire, F. (2018). Great Theses and Dissertations Start with an Intriguing Idea. Journal of Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism Education. DOI: 10.1016/j.jhlste.2018.03.001
Kuzminykh, Zh.O., Krasilnikova, N.V., Powell, G.M. (2018) Scientific and methodological support of teachers’ activities aimed at the internationalization of curriculum in the universities of Europe and the USA. Teaching and learning foreign languages in the multicultural learning environment. 27-43.
Powell, G.M., Duffy, L.N, Stone, G. Pinckney, H.P., Tucker, T. & Cathey, J. (2016). Triple Gain: Practical ideas for maximizing connections between students, faculty, and professionals. Schole: A Journal ofLeisure Studies and Recreation Education. 31 (2) 56-67.
Harris, B., Jordan, K.A., Powell, G.M., Tucker, T., McGuire, F. (2016). Making it real: Interactive exam formats. Schole: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education. 31 (3).
Krasilnikova, N, Kuzminyck, Z, Powell, G.M. (2015). Internationalization Case Study: Theory to practice in higher education. Kazan Pedagogical Journal. 4:25-32
Orpinas, P.,Reidy, M. C., Lacy, M. E., Kogan, S.M., Londoño, A., Powell, G.M. (2014) Familias Fuertes: A Feasibility Study with Mexican Immigrants Living in Low-income Conditions in the Southeast. Health Promotion Practice. Sage: Thousand Oaks, CA. 1-9.
Powell, G.M. (2013). Continuum of Collaboration: Little Steps for Little Feet. Schole. 28 (1), 24-31.
Powell, G.M. (2013). Getting Started: Curriculum Explorations Process. Schole. 28 (1), 77-80
Powell, G.M., Johnson, C.W., Dunlap, R., & James, J.J. (2013). Four Courses within a Discipline: UGA Unified Core. Schole. 28 (1), 43-52.
Richmond, L., Anderson, M., Tucker, T. & Powell, G.M. (2013). Navigating the Role of Graduate Student on the Teaching Team: Life in the Incubator. Schole. 28 (1), 87-96.
Powell, G.M., Johnson, C.W. & James, J.J. (2013). With Their Permission: The Resisters, Skeptics, and Critics. Schole. 28(1), 112-120.
Pate, J. Tobias, T., Johnson, C.W., & Powell, G.M. (2011). How to Invite Engagement through Community Connection and Civic Action. Schole, 26(2), 65-70. (20%)
Powell, G.M., Johnson, C.W., James, J. & Dunlap, R. (2011). The Unified Core: A Learning Community for Undergraduate Professional Preparation. Schole, 26(1), 63-68. (40%)
Smith, A., Johnson, C.W., Powell, G.P., & Oliver, J.P. (2011). The relationship between service learning and cultural competency in undergraduate students: A qualitative case study. Schole, 26(2), 1-13. (20%)
Tobias, T., Pate, J., Powell, G., & Johnson, C.W. (2010). Opening the eyes of students: The first step toward service-learning. Schole: The Journal of Recreation and Leisure Education, 26, 105-110. (20%)
Erceg, L.E., Garst, B.A., Powell, G.M., & Yard, E.E. (2009). An injury and illness surveillance program for children and staff: Improving the safety of youth settings. Journal of Park and Recreation Administration, 2(4) 121-132. (25%)
PRACTITIONER-ORIENTED DIFFUSION of INFORMATION ARTICLES
Thurson, K.T., Powell, G.M., Olsen, L., & James, J.J. (2019). Me First? Keys to Self-Care. Camping Magazine. 92 (3) 70-74.
James, J., Olsen, L. & Powell, G. (2018). Move from New to Normal: Be the friend you want at the beginning. Camping Magazine. 91 (3) 66-68.
Olsen, L., Powell, G.M., & James, J.J. (2017). Camp United: Across the generational divide. Camping Magazine. 90 (3) 56-60.
Sedrin, I. & Powell, G.M. (2016). Improve mistakes, but don’t destroy the team. Camp Counselor. 4: 35-38.
Powell, G.M., James, J.J. & Bixler, R. (2016). Create wonderful moments in nature: Here, there, everywhere. . Camping Magazine. 89(3) 52-56.
Powell, G.M., Burrell, M.E., Burrell, S.E. (2015). Be Superman: Teach the Campers to Wear the Cape. Camping Magazine. 88(3) 50-53.
Powell, G. Bixler R., James, J. (2016). Everyday Nature. Camping Magazine. 89 (3) 48-51.
Powell, G.M., Burrell, M.E., Burrell, S.E. (2015). Be Superman: Teach the Campers to Wear the Cape. Camping Magazine. 88(3) 50-53.
Powell, G.M., James. J.J., Timmerman, D. & Garst, S.P. (2015). Play at Camp: Talking to the Funders versus Preaching to the Choir. Camping Magazine. 88 (2) 38-40.
Powell, G.M. & James, J.J. (2014). Fight, flight or form: Use brain research to connect campers. Camping Magazine. 87 (3) 38-41.
James, J.J. & Powell, G.M. (2014). What were you thinking? Brain-based staff development strategies. Camping Magazine 87 (2) 32-36.
Honors and AwardsInternational Camping Fellowship, Certificate of Merit, 2015
Ministry of Education, Mari el Republic Russia, Diploma of Honor, 2009
National Park and Recreation Association: Excellence in Teaching, 2011
Academy of Leisure Sciences/Society of Park and Recreation Educator’s Innovation in Teaching Award:
Interactive Public Policy CD and DVD, 2005
Integrated Curriculum Design, 2009
PRTM Writing Mentor Project, 2020
American Camp Association:
National Honor Award, 2006
National Special Recognition Award, 2009
National Hedley Himock Award, 2011
College of Health & Human Development/Behavioral, Social and Health Sciences, Clemson University
Teaching Innovation Award, 2017
International Public Service Award, 2014
LinksInternational Camping Fellowship
American Camp Association
Study Abroad at Camp in Russia
Videos from Russian Camp
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