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Faculty and Staff

Anne Amis, Dean

Anne Amis

Anne Amis is the dean of Arts, English, Communications, & Languages Divsions. She joined LSC-Kingwood in 2007. Amis earned a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Hendrix College and a Master of Arts in Teaching ESOL from the SIT Graduate Institute.

Amis has presented two papers: "Activities to Energize Academic Writing" at the Texas of English of Other Languages (TESOL) conference in 2011. In addition, she presented "Applying Appreciative Inquiry in an ESOL Writing Class."

In 2012, she was the recipient of the Faculty International Education Grant, Vietnam. She was also honored with the 2011 LSC-Kingwood Faculty Excellence Award.

Amis is a member of the college's Intercultural Student Organization, The Academy and the Behavioral Intervention Team.

"I teach ESOL because it gives me the opportunity to work alongside immigrants and international visitors who are exploring the life-changing gifts and challenges mastering another language provides. As a second-language learner myself, I find the process extremely rich and rewarding," Amis explained. "During my time at LSC-Kingwood, I have always been offered opportunities for personal and professional growth; I love teaching and working here because I am always learning something new, be that a new course I teach a diverse and international student population or professional development activities."

Phone: 281.312.1737
Email: Anne.E.Amis@lonestar.edu
Office: APA 109I
Website: Website

Dr. Todd Miller, Department Chair

Dr. Todd Miller

Todd R. Miller, professor of music and chair of the visual and performing arts, joined LSC-Kingwood in 1994. Miller earned a Bachelor of Music degree in voice performance from the University of Louisville. He also obtained a Master of Music degree in voice performance from the University of Arizona. In addition, he holds a doctoral degree in voice performance and conducting from the University of Houston.

Miller has presented a number of papers. He presented, "Carlisle Floyd and Susannah" at the University of Southern Mississippi in 2005. He has also performed with the Houston Symphony, the Houston Choral Society, Houston Chamber Choir, Greenbriar Consortium, the San Antonio Symphony, and Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, Opera in the Heights, and three Carnegie Hall performances.

In 2003, he was honored with the LSC-Kingwood Faculty Excellence Award. Miller has also been nominated twice for the Piper Professor Award.

"I have a passion for music and its importance in human society and I have a passion for students who want to make music their life's vocation," Miller explained. "Kingwood has been very supportive of my dreams as an educator and as a performer, and the students have benefitted from that support."

Phone: 281.312.1485
Email: Todd.R.Miller@lonestar.edu
Office: MUS 115
Website: Website

Eric C. Skiles, Artistic Director of Theatre

Eric C. Skiles

Eric C. Skiles, professor and artistic director of theatre, joined LSC-Kingwood in 2003. Skiles earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in acting and directing from Texas Tech University and a Bachelor of Music Education degree in conducting, vocal music and pedagogy from the same institution.

Skiles has presented more than 39 workshops at the local, state, regional and national levels. In addition, Skiles has contributed and/or authored many publications including 37 book reviews for the American Library Association. He also co-authored "Acting Across Disciplines" with Homan and Ellison. Skiles has also written and produced one play, "Across a Moonbeam."

Skiles has earned numerous awards. In 2021 & 2010, Skiles was recognized with the LSC-Kingwood Faculty Excellence Award.  He was recognized at the Kennedy Center America College Theatre Regional Festival (KC-ACTF) for producing "The 39 Steps: A Live Radio Play" in 2021. He was also recognized by KC-ACTF for producing "The Vagina Monologues" in 2012 and "Gross Indecency: The Three Trials of Oscar Wilde"  in 2009. In 2016, Skiles was awarded the College/University Educator of the Year by the Texas Educational Theatre Association.  

"I am madly passionate about the world of theatre, and creating unique works of art to share with our students and our community," Skiles explained. "This has been an amazing ride, and the great ride continues. It is a pleasure to work at LSC-Kingwood and be surrounded by other dynamic people who care so much for our students and their education."

Phone: 281.312.1672
Email: Eric.C.Skiles@lonestar.edu
Office: APA 123E
Website: Website

Meredith Taylor, Technical Director of Theatre

Merdith L. Taylor, Technical Director of Theatre, LSC-Kingwood

Meredith Taylor joined the Lone Star College-Kingwood Theatre family in June of 2023 as Technical Director. The Liberty, TX native and LSC-K alum holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Technical Theater & Design from Lamar University.

She comes from Angelina College where she directed, designed, and built productions, as well as worked with professional touring artists through the Angelina Arts Alliance.

Her directing credits include Grease: The Musical, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Holmes and Watson, and Still Life with Iris. Her most recent design credits include: 9-to-5: The Musical, Wait Until Dark, and A Golden Fleecing.

Meredith volunteers regularly with the Valley Players of Liberty, designing and teaching student stagehands in different areas of production. She lives with her adopted poodle named Annie.

Phone: 281.312.1533
Email: Meredith.L.Taylor@lonestar.edu
Office: APA 110E

John Moore, Theatre Technician

 

John Moore is a seasoned Theater Technician with over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry. Beginning his career at the young age of 20, John honed his craft at venues such as the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, NRG Stadium, and Toyota Center, gaining invaluable experience in various aspects of live production.
Relocating to Albuquerque, New Mexico, John embarked on a new chapter with PopeJoy Hall at the University of New Mexico. Through dedication and skill, he swiftly ascended the ranks to become the Head of the Lighting Department, where he oversaw the execution of countless Broadway productions, enriching the cultural landscape of the region.
John's expertise extends beyond traditional theater settings, with deep-rooted experience in live music venues that has equipped him with a unique skill set and an innate understanding of the energy and dynamics of live performances.
With a primary focus on Lighting Design and Operation, his extensive experience equips him with a well-rounded knowledge of all facets of live production, ensuring seamless and unforgettable performances regardless of the setting or scale. His versatility and comprehensive understanding of live production have made him an indispensable asset in every project he undertakes.

Email: John.Moore@lonestar.edu

Adjunct Faculty

Name Email
Kalliope Vlahos Kalliope.Vlahos@lonestar.edu
Jackie Rosenfeld Jackie.A.Rosenfeld@lonestar.edu
Diane Kaste Diane.M.Kaste@lonestar.edu
Norman Grueneich Norman.Grueneich@lonestar.edu
Serina Dennis Serina.M.Dennis@lonestar.edu

Staff

Name Phone Email Office
Tracheal Freeman
Division Operations Manager
281.312.1620 Tracheal.M.Freeman@lonestar.edu APA 118
Amanda Vela
Division Operations Specialist
281.312.1771 Amanda.R.Vela@lonestar.edu APA 109
Alexis Thibodeaux
Staff Assistant
281.312.1404 Alexis.Thibodeaux@lonestar.edu FTC 100

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