Background
Helms, Patricia Ann was born on October 31, 1936 in Peoria, Illinois, United States. Daughter of Alonzo Franklin and Nettie Pauline (Smith) Helms.
Helms, Patricia Ann was born on October 31, 1936 in Peoria, Illinois, United States. Daughter of Alonzo Franklin and Nettie Pauline (Smith) Helms.
Bachelor in Vocational Home Economics, Bradley U., 1958; Master of Science in Textile and Clothing, Florida State University, 1970; Doctor of Philosophy in Textiles, Florida State University, 1971.
Educator, Bartonville (Illinois) High School, 1958-1962;
educator, Palmetto Junior High School, Miami, Florida, 1962-1963;
cooperative extension agent, Dade County, Homestead, Florida, 1963-1968;
assistant professor textiles, merchandising and design, University Rhode Island, Kingstown, 1971-1989;
associate professor, University Rhode Island, Kingstown, since 1989. Consultant Alexander J. Patton, Warwick, Rhode Island, 1981. Visiting scholar Rhode Island School Design, Providence, 1988-1991.
Distinguished Visiting Professor, Rhode Island School Design,1987-1988. Technical expert/speaker in field.
Member Zoning Board Industrial Development, Town of Narragansett, Rhode Island, 1988-1993. Member American Society for Quality Control (editorial review board), American Society for Testing and Materials (standards review committee), American Association Textile Chemists and Colorists, Am Association College professors of Textiles and Clothing, American Apparel Manufacturers Association (various offices), others.