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A native of O’Neill, Nebraska, Dr. James L. Johnson has had a long career in higher education in South Dakota. He served a total of 38 years in higher education, including 28 years at South Dakota State University, where he joined the Department of Communication Studies and Theatre in the College of Arts and Science in 1973.
During his career, Dr. Johnson directed more than 100 theatrical productions. Through his work with Prairie Repertory Theatre and State University Theatre, he provided students with practical training and performance experience.
Dr. Johnson received several awards and honors, including the Outstanding Teaching Award at the University of Kansas, the Outstanding Educator Award at Dakota State University, the Outstanding Graduate Teacher Award at South Dakota State University, and the Governor’s Award in the Arts in 2001 for Distinction in Creative Achievement, presented by South Dakotans for the Arts and the South Dakota Arts Council.