1. Academic Scholarship
Published Book:
Published Peer-Reviewed Manuscripts:
Gilbert, D., & Nannen, B. (in press). Measuring social-emotional learning in music education assessment. In press with TOPICS: Themes, Opinion, Policy, Innovation, Curriculum, and Strategies for Music Education Praxis.
Gilbert, D., Hilbers, M. B., Chapman, E., Grimm, C., & Johnson, E. (in press). A comparison of self-reported depression, anxiety, and stress among university music majors and non-music majors: A current perspective. In press with the Journal of Music Teacher Education.
Gilbert, D., Grimm, C., Li, T., Xiong, Z., Guo, X., Hammad, L., Xu, Z., Huang, S., Silpot, M., Tan, Z., Thietje, N., Addo, A., Hamann, K., & Davis, A. (2025). Teaching artists to support music teaching and learning in K-12 music settings. Update: Applications of Research in Music Education, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/87551233251335058
Gilbert, D. (2025). Pre-service music educators’ self-efficacy towards teaching in secondary instrumental music settings: An action research study. Contributions to Music Education, 50, 87–104. https://drive.google.com/file/d/11RPqOaHLweibya07v28Wt579zLwOKttL/view?usp=sharing
Gilbert, D., Nannen, B., & Vollbrecht, S. (2024). Women’s perceptions of advancement opportunities in higher education music settings: A mixed methods study. College Music Symposium, 64(1), 1–22. https://doi.org/10.18177/sym.2024.64.sr.11632
Gilbert, D. (2024, May). Leading with care: Prioritizing the health and wellness of music educators. Interval: Journal of the Minnesota Music Educators Association Conference, 1(1), 25–30.
Gilbert, D. (2023). Ready, set, action! Applying action research during pre-service music field experiences. Florida Music Director, 76(7), 18–23.
Gilbert, D. (2021). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward technology among fourth and fifth grade band and orchestra teachers, students, and their parents. Research & Issues in Music Education, 16(1), 1–65.
Gilbert, D. (2021). A comparison of self-reported anxiety and depression among undergraduate music majors and non-music majors. Journal of Music Teacher Education, 30(3), 69–83. https://doi.org/10.1177/10570837211021048
Barrett, J., Schachter, R., Gilbert, D., & Fuerst, M. (2021). Best practices for preschool music education: Supporting music-making throughout the day. Early Childhood Education Journal, 50(3), 385–397. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10643-021-01155-8
Gilbert, D. (2021). From the ivory tower to the trenches: Lessons learned from the professor who substitute taught. Nebraska Music Educator, 80(1).
Gilbert, D. (2018). "It’s just the way I learn!" Inclusion from the perspective of a student with visual impairment. Music Educators Journal, 105(1), 21–27. https://doi.org/10.1177/0027432118777790
Woody, R.H., Gilbert, D., & Laird, L.A. (2018). Music teacher dispositions: Self-appraisals and values of university music students. Journal of Research in Music Education, 66(1), 111–125. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022429418757220
Gilbert, D. (2016). Curious, Collaborative, Creativity: Applying the CCC approach to performing ensembles. Music Educators Journal, 103(2), 27–34. https://doi.org/10.1177/0027432116677553
Gilbert, D. (2016). Revitalizing music teacher preparation with selected “Essential Conditions.” Journal of Music, Technology and Education, 9(2), 161–173. https://doi.org/10.1386/jmte.9.2.161_1
Gilbert, A. D. (2016). The Framework for 21st Century Learning: A first-rate foundation for music education assessment and teacher evaluation. Arts Education Policy Review, 117(1), 13–18. https://doi.org/10.1080/10632913.2014.966285
Gilbert, D. (2015). Motivating band students to thrive. Teaching Music, 22(4).
Gilbert, D. (2013). Serving the profession: An interview with NAfME President-Elect Glenn Nierman. Nebraska Music Educator, 72(2).
Gilbert, D. (2011). Before the downbeat. Nebraska Music Educator, 70(2).
Published Research Poster
Gilbert, D., Hilbers, M. B., Chapman, E., Grimm, C., & Johnson, E. (2025, November). “A comparison of self-reported anxiety and depression among music majors and non-music majors: A current perspective.” Research poster published in the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) e-Journal.
Self-Published eBook
Collins, C.L. & Gilbert, D. (2017). Curious, Collaborative, Creativity: A music teacher’s guide to transforming ensembles [E-reader Version]. Publisher: Authors.
Peer Review of Teaching Project, Course Portfolio for MUED 403 (Student Teaching Seminar):
Portfolio link: https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/prtunl/175/
Manuscripts Under Review
Gilbert, D., Grimm, C., Li, T., Xiong, Z., Guo, X., Hammad, L., Xu, Z., Huang, S., Silpot, M., Tan, Z., Thietje, N., Addo, A., Hamann, K., & Davis, A. (n.d.). An exploration of the use of artificial intelligence in music education settings. Under review with The Bulletin of the Council for Research in Music Education.
Gilbert, D., & Tan, Z. (n.d.). Responses to community participatory musical activities: A qualitative case study. Under review with The Bulletin of the Council for Research in Music Education.
Manuscripts in Progress
Matei, R., Gilbert, D., et al. (n.d.). Position statement on health education for musicians in tertiary education. Part of the Oxford Handbook Musician Health Advocacy project.
Gilbert, D., Nannen, B., Hilbers, M. B., Chapman, E., Bailey, E., Johnson, E., Grimm, C., Thietje, N. (n.d.). Stressed, sad, and stuck: The experiences of women and gender minorities in university music settings.
2. Presentations & Workshops
Refereed Research Sessions
Gilbert, D., Grimm, C., Li, T., Xiong, Z., Guo, X., Hammad, L., Xu, Z., Huang, S., Silpot, M., Tan, Z., Thietje, N., Addo, A., Hamann, K., & Davis, A. (2025, July). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward artificial intelligence in music. Research presented at the Asia-Pacific Symposium for Music Education Research at Edith Cowan University in Perth, Australia.
Gilbert, D. (2025, June). Stressed, sad, and stuck: Women’s experiences in university music settings. Research presented at The College Music Society’s 2025 International Conference. Bogotá and Medellín, Colombia.
Gilbert, D., Hilbers, M. B., Chapman, E., Grimm, C., & Johnson, E. (2025, March). A comparison of self-reported anxiety and depression among music majors and non-music majors: A current perspective. Research presented at the 2025 Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) national conference. Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2025, February). Ways of participating musically as non-digital tools for student wellbeing, engagement, and connection. Spoken research presented at the 7th Annual 2025 Education Elevated (e2) Conference. Kent State University.
Gilbert, D. (2025, February). Under pressure: The role of gender identity in university music settings. Onsite spoken research presented at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XV. University of South Florida, Tampa.
Gilbert, D., Grimm, C., Li, T., Xiong, Z., Guo, X., Hammad, L., Xu, Z., Huang, S., Silpot, M., Tan, Z., Thietje, N., Addo, A., Hamann, K., & Davis, A. (2025, February). An exploration of the use of artificial intelligence in music education settings. Onsite spoken research presented at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XV. University of South Florida, Tampa.
Gilbert, D. (2025, February). Measuring joy: Reevaluating music education assessment. Research presented at the 2025 Minnesota Music Educators Association Midwinter Convention. Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2025, February). The mental health of music majors. Research presented at the 2025 Minnesota Music Educators Association Midwinter Convention. Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2024, September). Prioritizing the health and wellness of pre-service music educators. Research presented at the 2024 NAfME Biennial Music Research and Teacher Education Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Gilbert, D., Hilbers, M. B., Chapman, E., Grimm, C., & Johnson, E. (2024, September). A comparison of self-reported anxiety and depression among music majors and non-music majors: A current perspective. Research presented at the 2024 NAfME Biennial Music Research and Teacher Education Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Gilbert, D. (2024, September). Pre-service music educators’ self-efficacy towards teaching in secondary instrumental music settings: An action research study. Research presented at the 2024 NAfME Biennial Music Research and Teacher Education Conference. Atlanta, Georgia.
Gilbert, D. (2024, July-August). Pre-service music educators’ self-efficacy towards teaching in secondary instrumental music settings: An action research study. Roundtable paper presented at the International Society for Music Education World Conference. Helsinki, Finland.
Gilbert, D., Hilbers, M. B., Chapman, E., Grimm, C., & Johnson, E. (2024, July-August). A comparison of self-reported anxiety and depression among music majors and non-music majors: A current perspective. Individual paper presented at the International Society for Music Education World Conference. Helsinki, Finland.
Gilbert, D., & Nannen, B. (2024, July). Measuring joy: Reevaluating the role of assessment in music education. Symposium presented at the International Society for Music Education Commission on Policy. Helsinki, Finland.
Gilbert, D. (2024, January). Leading with care: Prioritizing the health and wellness of music educators. Session presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Program Leaders Forum. Anaheim, California.
Gilbert, D. (2023, November). Ready, set, action! Applying action research during pre-service music clinical experiences. Spoken research paper presented at the International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching & Learning, Utrecht, The Netherlands.
Gilbert, D., Nannen, B., Vollbrecht, S. (2023, June). “Why on Earth did they hire a woman for this job?” Faculty opportunities for advancement in higher education music settings: A mixed methods study. Spoken research paper presented at the 14th Annual International Conference on Visual and Performing Arts, Athens, Greece.
Gilbert, D., Nannen, B., Vollbrecht, S. (2023, February). “Why on Earth did they hire a woman for this job?” Faculty opportunities for advancement in higher education music settings: A mixed methods study. Spoken research paper presented at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XIV, University of South Florida, Tampa.
Gilbert, D. (2022, November). Action research for pre-service music educators during field experiences. Research presented at the National Association for Music Education National Conference, National Harbor, Maryland.
Gilbert, D., Nannen, B., Vollbrecht, S. (2022, November). Faculty opportunities for advancement in higher education music settings. Research presented at the National Association for Music Education National Conference, National Harbor, Maryland.
Gilbert, D. (2022, January). Action research for pre-service music educators in field experiences. Research presented at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D., Nannen, B., Vollbrecht, S. (2022, January). Faculty opportunities for advancement in higher education music settings. Research presented at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2021, April). Action research for pre-service music educators in field experiences. Research presented virtually due to COVID-19 at the South Carolina Music Educators Association (SCMEA) Day of Research in Music Education.
Gilbert, D. (2021, February). Anxiety and depression of university music majors. Research presented virtually due to COVID-19 at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference.
Gilbert, D. (2021, January). An examination and comparison of the perceived levels of anxiety and depression of university music majors and non-music majors. Research presented virtually due to COVID-19 at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XIII, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2020, December). An examination and comparison of the perceived levels of anxiety and depression of university music majors and non-music majors. Research presented virtually due to COVID-19 at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference.
Gilbert, D. (2020, November). Action research for pre-service music educators in field experiences. Research presented virtually due to COVID-19 at the Virginia Music Educators Association Conference.
Gilbert, D. (2020, June). An examination and comparison of the perceived levels of anxiety and depression of university music majors and non-music majors. Research presented at the 11th Annual International Conference on Visual and Performing Arts, Athens, Greece.
Gilbert, D. (2020, January). An examination and comparison of the perceived levels of anxiety and depression of university music majors and non-music majors. Research presented at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2019, July). An examination and comparison of the perceived levels of anxiety and depression of university music majors and non-music majors. Research presented at the Gordon Institute for Music Learning International Conference, Oak Park, Illinois.
Gilbert, D. (2019, February). Curious, Collaborative, and Creative: Applying the CCC approach to collegiate performing ensembles. Research presentation presented at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XII, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2019, February). “It’s just the way I learn!” Inclusion from the perspective of a student with visual impairment. Research poster presented at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XII, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2018, March). “It’s just the way I learn!” Inclusion from the perspective of a student with visual impairment. Research presentation session at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, Atlanta, Georgia.
Nannen, B. & Gilbert, D. (2018, March). Gender equity in higher education: An investigation of gender stereotypes among conductors and students in BIG10 performing ensembles. Research poster presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, Atlanta, Georgia.
Collins, C. & Gilbert, D. (2018, March). Curious, Collaborative Creativity: Addressing diversity through democracy in performing ensembles. Research poster presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, Atlanta, Georgia.
Collins, C. & Gilbert, D. (2018, January). Curious, Collaborative Creativity: 21st Century artistry for all ensembles. Research-based practitioner session presentation at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2017, January). Inclusion of students with visual impairments in secondary band programs: A case study. Research poster presented at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2016, March). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward technology in first-year instrumental music. Research poster presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, Atlanta, Georgia.
Collins, C. & Gilbert, D. (2016, March). Curious, Collaborative, and Creative: Applying the CCC approach to elementary, secondary, and collegiate performing ensembles. Research poster presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, Atlanta, Georgia.
Gilbert, D. (2016, January). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward technology in first-year instrumental music. Research poster presented at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2015, February). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward technology in first year elementary band settings. Spoken research paper presented at the Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium X, Music Lifelong Learning Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2015, January). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward technology in first year elementary band settings. Research poster presented at the Florida Music Educators Association Conference, Tampa, Florida.
Gilbert, D. (2014, October). An exploration of the use of and the attitudes toward technology in first year instrumental music. Research poster presented at the Committee onInstitutional Cooperation Music Education Conference, Pennsylvania State University.
Gilbert, D. (2014, April). The Framework for 21st Century Learning: A first-rate foundation for music performance assessment and teacher evaluation. Research poster presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, St. Louis, Missouri.
Woody, R., Gilbert, A.D., Laird, L., & Munderloh, R. (2014, April). Music teacher dispositions: Self-appraisals and values of university music students. Research poster co-presented at the National Association for Music Education Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, St. Louis, Missouri.
Gilbert, D. (2013, November). A survey of the relationships of attitudes among teachers, students, and parents toward technology integration in first year instrumental music settings. Research poster presented at the Arkansas Music Educators Association Conference, Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Gilbert, D. (2013, October). A survey of the relationships of attitudes among teachers, students, and parents toward technology integration in first year instrumental music settings. Research poster presented at the Committee on Institutional Cooperation Music Education Conference, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Gilbert, D. (2012, November). Can technology integration improve the success rate and retention of beginning band students? Research paper presented at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, A.D. (2012, October). Can technology integration improve the success rate and retention of beginning band students? Research poster presented at the Committee on Institutional Cooperation Music Education Conference, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Cogdill, S.H., Gilbert, A.D., Laird, L., & Munderloh, R. (2012, October). Inclusivity: Individuals with exceptionalities and their experiences, perceptions, and interactions with musical environments. Research poster co-presented at the Committee on Institutional Cooperation Music Education Conference, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Refereed Practitioner Sessions
Gilbert, D. (September, 2024). Integrating scholarship with teaching: Reflections on scaffolding writing projects for professors and students. Scholarly teaching session presented at the 31st Annual Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Summit. Kennesaw State University. Kennesaw, Georgia.
Gilbert, D. (2024, February). Curious, Collaborative, and Creative: Addressing diversity through democracy in performing ensembles. Session presented at the Minnesota Music Educators Association Midwinter Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2024, February). Teaching instrumental music: Do I think I can? Session presented at the Minnesota Music Educators Association Midwinter Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2024, February). Music technology to create, perform, and respond for ALL students. Session presented at the Minnesota Music Educators Association Midwinter Conference, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2023, December). Teach music like a pirate! Session presentation at the Midwest Clinic International Band, Orchestra and Music Conference, Chicago, Illinois.
Gilbert, D. (2023, November). Teaching instrumental music: Do I think I can? Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. (2022, November). Teach music like a pirate! Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D., & Breckbill, A. (2022, July). Ready, set, action! Applying action research during pre-service music field experiences. Session presented at the Creating Informed Learners in the Classroom (CILC) Symposium, Purdue University.
Gilbert, D. (2022, June). Music technology to create, perform, and respond for ALL students.Session presented at the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference, New Orleans, Louisiana.
Gilbert, D. (2022, March). “You’ll need to unmute yourself!” Strategies for engaging all students online. Session presented virtually at the Education Elevated Conference, Kent State University.
Gilbert, D. (2021, November). Getting the most out of field experiences: Strategies for cooperating teachers and university students. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. (2021, April). "You'll need to unmute yourself!" Strategies for engaging all students online. Session presented virtually at the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) Eastern Division Virtual 2021 Conference.
Gilbert, D. (2021, March). Using technology to Create, Perform, and Respond in music instruction for ALL students. Session presented virtually at the Education Elevated Conference, Kent State University.
Gilbert, D. (2019, November). So you want to be a music education major? Here’s what you need to know. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.Gilbert, D. (2018, November). “It’s just the way I learn!” Inclusion from the perspective of a student with visual impairment. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. & Frey, T. (2018, November). Access in music: Technology in K-12 music instruction for all students. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. & Frey, T. (2018, June). Access in music: Technology in K-12 music instruction for all students. Interactive lecture presentation at the International Society for Technology in Education Conference, Chicago, Illinois.
Gilbert, D. (2016, November). Curious, Collaborative, and Creative: Applying the CCC approach to performing ensembles. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. (2016, November). Ditch that “method” book. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D., Frey, T., & Ohlman, K. (2016, June). Access in music: Web-based UDL in K-12 music instruction. Session presented at the International Society for Technology in Education Conference, Denver, Colorado.
Gilbert, D. (2016, March). Curious, Collaborative, and Creative: Applying the CCC approach to instrumental performing ensembles. Session presentation at the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. & Bazan, D. (2014, July). Incorporating technology into instrumental music instruction to motivate learning. Workshop at the International Society for Music Education World Conference on Music Education, Porte Alegre, Brazil.
Bazan, D. & Gilbert, D. (2014, July). Broadening musicianship through alternative modes of learning. Spoken paper presented at the International Society for Music Education World Conference on Music Education, Porte Alegre, Brazil.
Fuelberth, R., Cogdill, S., Gilbert, D., Laird, L., & Munderloh, R. (2014, July). Inclusivity: Individuals with exceptionalities and their experiences, perceptions, and interactions withmusical environments. Presentation at the Music in Special Education, Music Therapy, and Music Medicine Commission Seminar, International Society for Music Education World Conference on Music Education, Curitiba, Brazil.
Gilbert, D. & Bazan, D. (2013, November). Young bands and the 21st century learner. Session presentation at the Nebraska Music Educators Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska
Gilbert, D. (2013, November). Beginning band and the 21st century learner. Session presentation at the Arkansas Music Educators Association Conference, Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Gilbert, D. (2013, March). Beginning band and the 21st century learner. Session presentation at the Nebraska State Bandmasters Association Conference, Lincoln, Nebraska.
Invited Workshops and Conference Sessions
Gilbert, D. (2025, July 15). Cultivating community wellness through participatory music activities. Session provided at the 2025 University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Wind Band Conducting Workshop.
Gilbert, D. (2025, May 7). Self-care as a professional music educator. Guest presentation for undergraduate music education students at the University of Washington during a class session of their Student Teaching Seminar course.
Gilbert, D. (2025, April 18). Inclusion strategies for students with special needs in secondary instrumental music settings. Professional development teacher in-service session presented at Humboldt High School, St. Paul Public Schools for all 6-12 grade district instrumental music educators.
Gilbert, D. (2025, March 21). Instrument demonstration and ukulele sing-along with students at Eagle Point Elementary School, ISD 622; Oakdale, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2025, January 18). The Joy and Wellness of Music. Interactive exhibit based upon my research at The Bell Museum’s “Spotlight Science: The Science of Sound” event on January 18, 2025. My exhibit consisted of four stations: instrument-making; community music-making; listening; cultural demonstration and participation. The museum said there were 802 visitors that attended the event.
Lofdahl, H., Saul, J., & Gilbert, D. (2024, October). Expectations and priorities: Paths to promotion and tenure. Session presented at the Big Ten Academic Alliance: Music Education conference at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio.
Gilbert, D. (2023, October). Making music in early childhood education: Wellness benefits for children and teachers. Interactive workshop with students and teachers at the Club House Childcare and Preschool Center; Oakdale, Minnesota.
Gilbert, D. (2023, August). Professional development session for 6-12 grade instrumental music educators, Folwell Community School, Minneapolis Public Schools.
Gilbert, D. (2023, August). Professional development session for 5 grade instrumental music educators, Northeast Middle School, Minneapolis Public Schools.
Gilbert, D. (2022, November). Lead like a pirate! Leadership seminar provided as part of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Phi Mu Alpha chapter’s educational series; Lincoln, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. (2021, March). Lead like a PIRATE! Leadership seminar provided for students and educators in the Fabulous Marching Cavaliers (FMC) band program at Princess Anne High School; Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Gilbert, D. (2019, August). Curious, Collaborative, and Creative: Personalized learning in school music settings. In-service workshop provided for music educators in the Westside School District; Omaha, Nebraska.
Gilbert, D. (2017, April). Curious Collaborative Creativity: Transforming ensembles with 21st century skills. Presentation for music education students and faculty at the SUNY-Potsdam Crane School of Music in Potsdam, New York.
Gilbert, D. (2015, July). Ditch that “method” book. Presentation for the Doane University Band Director’s Day of Discussion, Crete, Nebraska.
3. Grant Proposals Funded
2025: Imagine Fund, Annual Faculty Research Grant, $13,567.52. Under the Imagine Fund, the Annual Faculty Research Grants are an initiative of the Executive Vice President and Provost, established through a generous gift from the McKnight Foundation to provide competitive financial support for research and scholarship in the arts, humanities, and design at the University of Minnesota. Project Title: Measuring joy: Reevaluating music education assessment for social justice.
2024: University of Minnesota International Travel Grant, $1,500; Global Programs and Strategy Alliance; College Music Society International Conference, Bogotá and Medellín, Colombia, South America; Project Title: Stressed, sad, and stuck: Women’s experiences in university music settings.
2024: University of Minnesota Campus Climate Micro-Grant, $800, Office of the President, Office of Equity and Diversity. Project Title: Evaluation of the impact of MacPhail’s Project Amplify: Music educators’ perceptions.
2023: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $2,000, Glenn Korff School of Music, $910, Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XIV; February 2023, University of South Florida, Tampa
2022: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $1,876, Glenn Korff School of Music, $805, National Association for Music Education National Conference, November 2022; National Harbor, MD
2022: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $1,475, Glenn Korff School of Music, $602, International Society for Technology in Education International Conference, June 2022; New Orleans, LA
2022: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $1,350, Glenn Korff School of Music, $435, Florida Music Educators Association Professional Development Conference, January 2022; Tampa, FL
2022: Hixson-Lied Faculty Research/Creative Activity Grant, $200. Project Title: Faculty Opportunities for Advancement in Higher Education Music Settings
2021: Hixson-Lied Faculty Development Grant, $900, Glenn Korff School of Music, $363, Midwest Clinic Band and Orchestra International Conference, December 2021; Chicago, IL
2021: Hixson-Lied Faculty Development Grant, $900, Glenn Korff School of Music, $369, 2021 Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) Music Education Conference, October 2021; Rutgers University, NJ
2021: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $245, Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XIII, January 2021; Tampa, Florida
2021: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $1,625, Glenn Korff School of Music, $550, Florida Music Educators Association Conference, January 2021; Tampa, Florida
2020: Hixson-Lied Faculty Presentation Grant, $1,650, Glenn Korff School of Music, $550, Amplify 2020 National Association for Music Education Conference; Orlando, Florida
2020: Hixson-Lied Faculty Development Grant, $975, Glenn Korff School of Music, $220, Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA) Music Education Conference, Rutgers University; New Brunswick, New Jersey
2020: Hixson-Lied Presentation of Research/Creativity Activity Grant, $2,800, Glenn Korff School of Music Faculty Travel Grant, $921, International Conference on Visual and Performing Arts; Athens, Greece
2020: Hixson-Lied Presentation of Research/Creative Activity Grant, $1,100, Glenn Korff School of Music Faculty Travel Grant, $585, Florida Music Educators Association Conference, January 2020; Tampa, Florida
2019: Hixson-Lied Presentation of Research/Creative Activity Grant, $1,100, Glenn Korff School of Music Faculty Travel Grant, $340, Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium XII, February 2019; Tampa, Florida
2018: Doane University Music Department Faculty Presentation Grant, $2,000, International Society for Technology in Education Conference, June 2018; Chicago, Illinois
2017: Doane University Faculty Development Grant, $875, Florida Music Educators Association Conference, January 2017; Tampa, Florida
2016: Doane University Faculty Development Grant, $951, Florida Music Educators Association Conference, January 2016; Tampa, Florida; NAfME Music Research & Teacher Education National Conference, March 2016; Atlanta, Georgia
2015: Hixson-Lied Student Presentation of Scholarly Activity Grant, $728, Glenn Korff School of Music Presentation Travel Grant, $150, Suncoast Music Education Research Symposium X, Music Lifelong Learning Conference, February 2015; Tampa, Florida
2015: Glenn Korff School of Music Presentation Travel Grant, $100, Florida Music Educators Association Conference, January 2015; Tampa, Florida
2014: Hixson-Lied Student Presentation of Scholarly Activity Grant, $1,500, Glenn Korff School of Music Presentation Travel Grant, $250, ISME World Conference on Music Education, July 2014; Porte Alegre, Brazil
2014: Hixson-Lied Student Presentation of Scholarly Activity Grant, $940, Glenn Korff School of Music Presentation Travel Grant, $100; NAfME National In-Service Conference, October 2014; Nashville, Tennessee
2014: Glenn Korff School of Music Research Travel Grant, $100, CIC Music Education Conference, October 2014; State College, Pennsylvania
2014: Hixson-Lied Student Presentation of Scholarly Activity Grant, $400, Glenn Korff School of Music Research Travel Grant, $150, NAfME Music Research & Teacher Education National Conference, April 2014; Saint Louis, Missouri
2013: Glenn Korff School of Music Research Travel Grant, $500, Arkansas Music Educators Association Conference, November 2013; Hot Springs, Arkansas