Dr. Nora Martin University Coordinator Comer Schools and Families Initiative Email: Nora.Martin@emich.edu Phone: (734) 487-6837

Dr. Nora Martin is a fulltime Professor and the Eastern Michigan University Coordinator for the Comer Schools and Families Initiative. She is also the Co-director of the DEY Regional Training Center. Dr.Martin received her Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in 1973. She is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She is also actively involved in Links, Ann Arbor Chapter; National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE); EMU's Black Faculty and Staff Association; and in the Mentorship Program at EMU. Dr. Martin has published several articles in educational journals and is currently completing a textbook entitled "Ways to Motivate Children". She received the 1990 Distinguished Faculty Award II from EMU and was also selected to receive the prestigious 1991 state-level award from the Michigan Association of Governing Boards (MAGB). In 1997, Dr. Martin was awarded the Gold Medallion, the highest honor presented by the Division of Campus Life at EMU. She also, was the recipient of the Golden Key Award and the Teaching Excellence Award at EMU presented by the Alumni Association. Her most recent recognition is a scholarship named in her honor and bestowed by the Delta Beta Chapter (EMU) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

Clarece Jackson Program Assistant Continuing Education/College of Education Email: Clarece.Jackson@emich.edu Phone: (734) 487-7120 X 2563

Clarece Jackson is the Liaison between Continuing Education and College of Education. Jackson received a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Michigan University. She is an active member of the University Continuing Education Association. Jackson enjoys her Liaison position at EMU because it offers her the opportunity to interact with all levels of faculty, staff and students.

Regina George Director Urban Teacher Education Program Email: Regina.George@emich.edu Phone: (734) 487-7120 X 2566

As a Detroit native who entered the education profession after several other careers, Regina George is well suited for her role as Director of the Urban Teacher Education Program. With an undergraduate degree from Marygrove College, Regina earned a Masters in Secondary Education at Eastern Michigan University. She taught in Willow Run Community Schools Adult Education and Secondary Alternative Education for 15 years before joining the EMU program. The Urban Teacher Certification Program is delivered in Detroit and Flint where Regina meets students at EMU extension sites. She also serves as an instructor teaching Curriculum and Methods courses.

Mia Milton Administrative Associate Comer Schools and Families Initiative Email: Mia.Milton@emich.edu Phone: (734) 487-6837

Mia Milton recently joined the Comer Schools and Families Initiatives team in April 2002 as Administrative Associate working alongside Dr. Nora Martin. She manages the daily operations of the office in addition to working on special projects for Comer Schools. Graduating from Eastern Michigan University in 1996 with a B.S. in Written Communications, Milton was previously employed as Department Supervisor of the External Relations Division at Detroit Metropolitan Airport. In addition to specializing in public relations, she has had numerous management positions with Jacobson's, Saks Fifth Avenue and Ann Taylor.

Dr. Mary Ann Homann Consultant School Development Program Email: Mary.Homann@emich.edu Phone: (734) 487-6837

Dr. Mary Ann Homann became involved with the Comer School development family in 1995 when her expertise as a health care professional and knowledge of health agency networks brought an added perspective to the local Comer team. Her current role is mentor, coach and consultant to EMU's School Development Program staff. Dr. Homann, a product of public and private education on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean, attended public and private K-12 schools in Scotland. Her nursing education was received at National Health Service hospitals in Scotland, where she held State Board of Nursing Licensure and certification in both general nursing and psychiatric nursing. She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Madonna University in Michigan, and three advanced degrees, Master of Arts, Specialist in Arts, and Doctor of Education from Eastern Michigan University. Her philosophy of nursing and education, based on a holistic view of the patient/client/student as an individual within a family and within a community, is in concert with the caring philosophy central to the Comer model.

Norma Taylor-Bishop Senior Secretary Office of Collaborative Education Email: Norma.Taylor-Bishop@emich.edu Phone: (734) 487-1060

Norma Taylor-Bishop is the Senior Secretary for the Office of Collaborative Education. She received her degree in Secondary Education from Eastern Michigan University. She came to Eastern 23 years ago and has worked in several different divisions on campus during that time. She has been with the College of Education for about 20 years. She's involved in the mentoring of incoming freshmen students through the Holman Learning Center. In addition to mentoring freshmen students, she has served on the campus wide, Martin Luther King celebration committee for the last four years.