darci kampschroeder
Darci Kampschroeder
Lives & works in Lawrence, KS
As you can see in my timeline to the right, I've held a wide variety of creative jobs. When I took time off to raise my small children, I had no idea how hard it would be to get back into the job market––SAHMs beware.
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After having been a long-term substitute teacher in Special Education for a little over a year, I discovered that I really enjoy working with special populations, and seem to have a knack for it. My experience in the schools translated well to the field of mental health where I'm currently appreciating meaningful work.​
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I'm not finding as much time for my artistic pursuits such as they still stand on this website. I've been keeping visual journals inspired by Lynda Barry which I work on every morning before I start my day ...
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I'm going to have to update this whole website!
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Drop me a line!​ and ... Have a great day,
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Darci
Timeline
1966 Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana
1984 Graduated from Naperville North High School (suburb of Chicago)
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1984-1988 Majored in Painting at the University of Kansas
1986-1987 Study abroad at the Université de Nice, FRANCE
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1988-1989 Cosmetology School at Pivot Point International headquarters in Chicago
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1989-1994 In-house graphics and illustration for Pivot Point International
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1996 Graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a BA in Photography
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1996 Moved back to Lawrence, KS
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1996-1997 Freelance illustration on a special interactive educational project for American Management Systems, Inc.
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1997-2000 Design, illustration, and drafting for Star Signs, Inc.
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2000-2001 Customer service representative (soul searching after a major life event)
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2001-2005 Scientific Illustration for a professor of Entomology at the University of Kansas
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2004-present Mother (best job of my life!)
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2010-2018 Intensive volunteering at the elementary school
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2015-2017 I gave fitness instruction and personal training a shot
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2018-2020 Standardized Patient for the School of Pharmacy at the University of Kansas (loved this work!)
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2020-2021 Millpath Specialist at Hallmark
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2022-2023 Substitute teaching
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2023 Behavioral Health Specialist at our local Community Mental Health Center
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2024 Case Manager, Supportive Housing at local Community Mental Health Center
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For my very most recent status, please see my Now Page
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