She also teaches advertising research at VCU's nationally recognized Ad Center and serves as a core faculty member for the Executive MBA program in the VCU School of Business. Dr. Cowles' research, teaching, and service efforts encompass the private, public, and non-profit sectors. Her research has appeared in national and international academic publications including The Journal of Marketing. Dr. Cowles' consulting experience in the private sector includes work with small businesses and large corporations as well as pro bono service to numerous non-profit organizations. Dr. Cowles was appointed in 1986 and has been with VCU for twenty-one years.