Morgan Robertson
After doing two internships with the City of Huntsville, I took a position as marketing assistant–and jack of all trades–with the Old Town Theatre. It was my first time working with a non-profit (other than as a volunteer), and it was an educational experience. It was also very enjoyable, largely because I had the chance to work with Lois Stehlik, who is simply a wonderful person to know.
But it was also interesting to assist with the many events the Old Town Theatre offers to the community. This included Andy Gross, Gary P. Nunn, Gene Watson, the Texas Tenors, and Johnnie Lee.
But the most fun act, and the best photo I took during this internship, was Travis Powell, an “Elvis Tribute” performer.
I quietly moved behind the stage, moved the camera through the curtains, and took a few quick snaps, hoping not to distract from the performance. I was happy with the shot, and it was a great show!
Author: mikeyawn
Mike Yawn teaches at Sam Houston State University. In the past few years, he has taught courses on Politics & Film, Public Policy, the Presidency, Media & Politics, Congress, Statistics, Research & Writing, Field Research, and Public Opinion.
He has published academic papers in the Journal of Politics, Political Behavior, Social Security Quarterly, Film & History, American Politics Review, and contributed a chapter to the textbook Politics and Film.
He also contributes columns, news analysis, and news stories to newspapers such as the Houston Chronicle, San Antonio Express News, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, Stamford Advocate, Greenwich Time, Huron Daily Tribune, Laredo Morning Times, Beaumont Enterprise, Connecticut Post, and Midland Reporter Telegram.
Yawn is also active in his local community, serving on the board of directors of the local YMCA and Friends of the Wynne. Previously, he served on the Huntsville's Promise and Stan Musial World Series Boards of Directors.
In 2007-2008, Yawn was one of eight scholars across the nation named as a Carnegie Civic Engagement Scholar by the Carnegie Foundation.
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