My name is Robert Vann. Cherokee Elder, Author, Storyteller, Actor and teacher.
Born in 1941, in Little Rock, Ark. Grew up in Hot Springs, Ark. Served in the U.S. Air Force 12 years, reaching the rank of Captain.
Have travelled extensively throughout my life, including visiting all the United States except Maine, Vermont, Oregon, Hawaii, and Alaska. I have been to 14 countries in Europe, from Scotland to Turkey.
Educational Background
Associate of Arts – Cisco, Jr. College, Cisco, TX
Bachelor of Science – Education – North Texas State University.
Master of Education – Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX
Master of Arts, History – Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX
Post graduate studies/vocational teaching certification – Texas A & M University, College Station, TX
Currently enrolled in M.A. Political Science program – Sam Houston State University
Other coursework at University of Maryland, South Dakota State University, University of Houston, University of Arkansas and Brigham Young University.
Memberships and Honors
Association of Texas Professional Educators
Woodcraft Circle of Native Authors and Storytellers
Tejas Storytelling Association
Go La Nv Storytelling Guild
Huntsville, TX Public Library Board, Past President
Walker County Genealogical Society, Past President
Star Teacher of Mississippi
Teacher of the Year, Windham School District
Junior Officer of the Quarter, U.S. Air Force, European, Africa and Middle East Communications Region
Member Phi Alpha Theta, Pi Sigma Alpha, National Blue Key, Arnold Air Society
Walker County C.A.S.A. Board of Directors
