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Mara Adams, PhD
Teaches Theology and coordinates service learning
Cherie Blackwell, OTD, OTR/L, CHT
Cherie teaches a variety of specialty topics in the Occupational Therapy Department.
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.
Holly Candor
Online Nursing Advisor/Recruiter
Katrina DeToye, DNP, RN, CNE
Katrina has worked in medical/surgical, step-down intensive care, and behavioral health. She is a certified medical/surgical registered nurse.
Maritza Espina, PhD
Professor of Management
Roxanne Freeman
Roxanne is the Academic Advisor & Recruiter for the Occupational Therapy program.
Philip Goldfarb Styrt
Teaches composition and introductory literature courses. His specialty is in Renaissance literature and the connection between literature and other writing.
Jessica Greenwald, PhD
Dr. Greenwald teaches DBA courses in the field of Organizational Behavior as well as Statistical Techniques II and III. Her research interests are in work motivation.
William Hixon, PhD
Professor Emeritus who taught introductory biology as well as cell and molecular biology.
Brenda Hughes, DrOT, OTR/L
Dr. Hughes teaches Foundations of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Justice. She is also the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Coordinator.
Connie Hanson-Hullstrom
Connie Hanson-Hullstrom serves as Clinical Assistant Professor and Adjunct Coordinator
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.
Emily Kingery
Dr. Kingery teaches creative writing, women's literature, British literature, and linguistics.
Kristen Lang-Coleman, DNP
Dr. Lang-Coleman teaches LPN-RN bridge courses in the Nursing program.
Angie McCombs, OTD
Angie teaches OTD 520 Process in the first year of the OT curriculum. Additionally, she teaches in the Critical Inquiry series courses for first and second year students in the OT curriculum.
David O'Connell, DBA
Professor in management.
Jie Peng, PhD
Dr. Peng teaches a wide array of undergraduate and graduate business courses as well as being an accomplished researcher in Business Statistics, Quantitative Research, and Decision Science.
Jennifer Petersen
Dr. Petersen teaches Assessment, Interventions IIA, and leads a Fieldwork IB experience.
Janelle Pillard
Janelle teaches medical pathology and clinical medicine during the didactic phase of the MPAS program.
David Rohlf
Dr. Rohlf is the medical director for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program.
Jill Schmidt
A professor in the Occupational Therapy Department, Dr. Schmidt teaches neuroscience and intervention courses.
Heather Scott, MSN, RN, CNE, CHSE
Heather assists nursing faculty and students in the clinical lab setting.
Adam Spiegel
Adam assists the Master of Physician Assistant Studies students to contact preceptors and secure placements within clinical settings.
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
Heather Sikora, MSN
Heather is a lecturer in the Nana Nagle online nursing program.
Jenelle Wilson
Jenelle Wilson teaches pathophysiology and pharmacology to incoming nursing students.
Neil Aschliman, PhD
Teaches Biology courses in human anatomy and physiology, vertebrate biology, and biological literature.
Amy Blair, PhD
Teaches topics ranging from plant and animal anatomy and physiology to population and community ecology.
Katrina Browning, DNP, RN, CNE
Katrina has nursing experience in Women's Health, Public Health, Labor and Delivery, and NICU.
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.
Lara Dague
Lara serves as the Administrative Assistant in the Nursing Department.
Monica Forret, PhD
Monica is professor and director of the DBA program.
Nicky Gant
Nicky is the Coordinator of Service and Justice in the Campus Ministry Department.
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.
Kami Holst, OTD, MOTR/L, CBIS
Teaches foundational courses for first-year occupational therapy doctoral students as well as interventions courses related to neurological rehabilitation.
Ella Johnson
Dr. Johnson teaches undergraduate courses in Christian systematic theology and some upper level courses in the areas of ecclesiology, sacraments, and spirituality.
Diamond Jelani
Biology Laboratory Coordinator
Lynn Kilburg, DHSc, MBA, OTR/L
Dean of the College of Health and Human Services and Professor of Occupational Therapy.
Lynne Kruse, MSN, RN-C
Lynne has more than 20 years of experience in Medical/Surgical nursing and has worked in oncology, orthopedic and post-operative care.
Taylor Kilgus
Taylor is the Student Employment Manager.
Tammy Moran, MS-PAS, PA-C
Tammy is a Lecturer in the MPAS program.
Jennifer Palar
Dr. Palar teaches courses in strategy, leadership, organizational behavior, human resources, and employment law.
Suzanne Peppers, MMS, PA-C
Suzanne is the Director of the Master of Physician Assistant Studies and is a Clinical Assistant Professor.
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.
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.
Justin Rice, PhD
Dr. Rice is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department, specializing in anatomy and physiology.
Angela Schmieder, MMS, PA-C
Angela teaches core behavioral health as well as co-teaches clinical exam skills and problem based learning. She has a specific interest in international medicine.
Jason Senjem
Teaches management courses at undergraduate, MBA, and DBA levels which include strategy, organizational behavior, HR, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
Janelle Stieger
Janelle is the administrative assistant for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies.
Melissa Tronnes
Melissa provides administrative support for the Academic and Career Planning Center and coordinates advisor assignments.
Nathan Steffens, PhD
Dr. Steffens teaches introductory microbiology courses. He specializes in the ecology and evolution of infectious disease.
Kara Baker
Kara is the office administrator for the Nursing Department.
Mary Jo Bloominger, MPAS, PA-C
Mary Jo is a graduate of the University of Iowa Physician Assistant Program and has 20 years of clinical experience in primary care.
Kari Crowder, MSN, RN
Kari Crowder is an Clinical Assistant Professor in the Nursing program.
Sarah Dennis
English professor | Department Chair
Dan Ebener
Dr. Dan Ebener has been practicing leadership and developing leaders in churches, businesses, and nonprofits since 1975.
Deb Frankie-Lasher
Deb is the Advisor/ Recruiter for the Nursing Department and works with all pre-licensure students. She advises students through the process of completing necessary requirements to enter the Nursing program.
Ann Garton, DNP, FPCC, RN, CNE
Ann is an Associate Professor in the Nursing program teaching Nursing Processes, Clinical Application, Population Health, and Nursing Skills.
Jenni Green
Jenni is a Visiting Lecturer for the Occupational Therapy program.
Laurie Harrison
Provides academic advising support to adult students pursuing undergraduate degrees.
Danielle Hoffman, DNP, MPH, RN, TNS, EMT-P, CNE
Dr. Hoffman has been connecting to the community through healthcare for over two decades. Her clinical strengths and experience center around emergency medicine with a focus in trauma care.She has a passion for teaching and leadership and intends to impact healthcare through the same.
Julie Jones
Dr. Jones teaches Scholarship I and II and co-teaches OT Process and pediatric content for Interventions I, II, and III. Clinical experience includes Early Intervention (Birth-age 3), and school-based occupational therapy.
Henry Karp
Rabbi Karp teaches Introduction to Judaism for the Theology Department.
Angie King
Angie is the Program Coordinator for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program.
Anne Lansing, OTD, MOL, OTR/L
Assistant Professor for Occupational Therapy
Bill McAleer
Academic and Career Planning Coach
Tammy Norcross-Reitzler
As Director of Campus Ministry, Tammy oversees Campus Ministry staff and Peer Campus Ministers in developing and implementing spiritual programming and pastoral services for our students.
Lori Parker
Administrative Assistant for the Occupational Therapy program.
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.
Stephanie Phares, MOT
Stephanie is an instructor in the Occupational Therapy program.
Erin Rennert
Erin is a Clinical Instructor for the Nursing program.
Lindsay Schaefer
English instructor
Rose Schultz
Rose assists in the labs and teaches lab courses for the Nursing Department.
Katie Sleaford, MSN
Teaches clinical and didactic courses in the Nursing Program.
Terri Switzer, PhD
Director and Professor of the Art History Program
Amy Tallman
Recruiter and Academic Advisor for the online Nursing Program.
Denise Westendorf, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Denise is a lecturer for the Nursing Department specializing in medical/surgical nursing, perioperative nursing, and leadership.

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