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Mara Adams, PhD
Teaches Theology and coordinates service learning
Neil Aschliman, PhD
Teaches Biology courses in human anatomy and physiology, vertebrate biology, and biological literature.
Ruby Batimana
Batimana is currently serving as the Evaluator for the SAMHSA grant in partnership with The Robert Young Center/UnityPoint. She also teaches for Orion Technical College.
Amy Blair, PhD
Teaches topics ranging from plant and animal anatomy and physiology to population and community ecology.
Michael Cipriano
Dr. Cipriano teaches undergraduate and graduate classes focused on the preparation and analysis of financial statements. His specialty is understanding how financial statements are used by intermediaries and end users for investment decisions.
Nicholas Enz
Associate professor and director of bands.
Jordan Franks
Jordan is a Production Specialist working for SAUtv and the Communications and Marketing Office.
Sarah Godwin, LMHC
Sarah is a Counselor in the Counseling Office. Her approach focuses on the clinical relationship so that each individual may find their path toward personal growth.
Erica Eastland
Customer Support/Classroom Coordinator
William Hixon, PhD
Professor Emeritus who taught introductory biology as well as cell and molecular biology.
Diamond Jelani
Biology Laboratory Coordinator
Liz Lareau
Liz is an instructor for the Communications and Digital Media Department.
Theresa Panich
Administrative Assistant for Health Services and Counseling Center
Michele Petersen
Teaches introductory courses in theology and philosophy. Her specialty is in the theology, philosophy, spirituality, and pedagogy of Edith Stein and the religious philosophy of Paul Ricoeur.
Melissa Sharer
Director of the Master of Public Health program and Assistant Professor.
Erica Thomas, DHEd, CHES
Teaches nutrition and wellness concepts courses, as well as exercise physiology lab.
Dan Zeimet
The Registrar serves as the institutional guardian for official academic policies and academic records in supporting SAU faculty, staff, and students.
Allison Ambrose, PhD
Professor of Accounting
Rebecca Arnold
Rebecca Arnold, MPH, brings 20 years of global health experience, from grassroots to national levels. Areas of expertise include social and behavior change; capacity strengthening; and management and leadership.
Jim Baumann
Baumann teaches courses in human communication, argumentation, and public relations research.
Amanda Bohnert
Bohnert has a broad background in several areas including biology, genetics, animal behavior, anatomy, ecology, and environmental science. She teaches introductory Biology courses as well as electives such as forensics.
Matthew JM Coomber
Prof. Coomber's teaching focuses on the intersections that develop between Bible and culture, shaping societal aspects ranging from politics to artistic expression.
Malia Duffy, MSN-FNP, MSPH
Malia Duffy is a Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Public Health. She earned degrees from Simmons College, Johns Hopkins University, and Harvard University where she was a Presidential Scholar.
Janene Finley
Dr. Finley teaches individual and entity taxation, accounting information systems, and accounting principles for undergraduate and graduate students.
Kati Freiburger
Director of Student Account Services
Robert "Bud" Grant, PhD
Fr. Bud teaches Environmental Theology, philosophy (esp. Kant and Aristotle), Historical Theology, especially IV Century, west, with an emphasis of Saint Ambrose of Milan.
Matthew Halfhill, PhD
Dr. Halfhill is continuing his interest in the expression of transgene marker technologies, and is currently involved in the development of transgenic systems for educational purposes.
Megan Hobbs
Megan is the Director of Athletic Bands and Indoor Marching Arts at SAU.
Henry Karp
Rabbi Karp teaches Introduction to Judaism for the Theology Department.
Marian Lee, DMA
Head of Keyboard Area and Associate Professor of Piano, teaching Applied Piano to majors/minors, aural skills and music appreciation.
Lori Pelletier
Coordinator in Student Accounts
Lisa Powell, PhD
Prof. Powell's teaching and research in theology and ethics consider the contributions of non-dominant communities on the development of Christian thought and action.
Erin Sodawasser-Hermiston
Erin Sodawasser-Hermistion is the Clinical Instructor for the Applied Practicum Experience in the Master of Public Health Program.
Nathan Steffens, PhD
Dr. Steffens teaches introductory microbiology courses. He specializes in the ecology and evolution of infectious disease.
Jonathan Weeks
Evaluation Coordinator
Greg Armstrong
Greg is a Clinical Instructor for the Communication and Digital Media Department and manages operations for SAUtv.
Dave Baker
Operations Manager and voice of KALA
Brett Billman
Interested in Strategic Communication, Intercultural Communication, Cybercultures, Social Media, Gender Studies
John Bowser
Adjunct professor and Research and Evaluation Consultant for the Master of Public Health program.
Colleen Doak
A faculty member in the Master of Public Health program, Dr. Doak researches how public health messages impact the physical and social health of a community.
Amber Dopler
Mental Health Outreach and Prevention Specialist
Isabella Foral
Assistant Registrar
Marianne Fenn
Teaches general education courses in communication and special courses in social media.
Joe Golden
Master of Public Health Program Coordinator
Lisa Harrington
Records Support Analyst in the Registrar's Office.
Ella Johnson
Dr. Johnson teaches undergraduate courses in Christian systematic theology and some upper level courses in the areas of ecclesiology, sacraments, and spirituality.
Kirk Kelley, PhD
Teaches courses in human anatomy and physiology as well as a course on the biology and culture of the French Alps. He also directs the department’s program in cadaver dissection.
Sarah Oliver, PhD
As Director of Counseling, Dr. Oliver seeks to create a safe environment for students in which they can take the emotional risks necessary to achieve their desired goals.
Brenda Peters, PhD
Dr. Peters teaches several classes in Anatomy and Physiology, a non-majors course focusing on humans and disease, and a major course focusing on animal and plant structure and function.
Justin Rice, PhD
Dr. Rice is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department, specializing in anatomy and physiology.
Dennis Tarasi, PhD
Dr. Tarasi teaches introductory biology courses for majors and non-majors, environmental science, and upper level biology courses. His specialty is community ecology and invasive species biology
Nathan Windt, DMA
Associate Professor and director of choral Activities

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