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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.
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.
Kevin Carlson
Kevin is the Director of Compliance and the University's Title IX Coordinator.
Junyi Dong
Junyi is an assistant professor in the Math Department teaching core and upper-level mathematics courses.
Sara Fredricksen
Human Resources Generalist
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.
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.
Shelby (Shepherd) Leabo
Shelby is the Communications and Content Manager in Communications and Marketing.
Hanna Krainik
Hanna is the Multimedia Specialist in Communications and Marketing.
Sara Nguyen
Sara is an Academic and Career Planning Coach for the Academic and Career Planning Office.
Suzanne Peppers, MMS, PA-C
Suzanne is the Director of the Master of Physician Assistant Studies and is a Clinical Assistant Professor.
Janelle Pillard
Janelle teaches medical pathology and clinical medicine during the didactic phase of the MPAS program.
Kady Riches
Creative & Graphic Design Strategist
Justin Rice, PhD
Dr. Rice is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department, specializing in anatomy and physiology.
Janelle Stieger
Janelle is the administrative assistant for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies.
Lisa Thimm
Thimm is a Lecturer for the Mathematics Department.
Zyon Velazquez
Creative Manager/Photographer
Alison Amyx
Director, Marketing Strategy & Insights
Audrey Blair
Director of Human Resources
Brian Boesen
Associate Vice President
Il Woo Cho
Professor in the Math Department
Mohamad El-Zein, PhD
Dr. El-Zein is a professor in the Engineering Department teaching core engineering classes as well as upper-level mechanical engineering courses.
Tim Gillespie
Dr. Gillespie primarily teaches analysis and statistics-related courses, including mathematical programming and elementary number theory.
Laurie Harrison
Provides academic advising support to adult students pursuing undergraduate degrees.
Diamond Jelani
Biology Laboratory Coordinator
Angie King
Angie is the Program Coordinator for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program.
Kathy Levetzow
Coordinator for Human Resources
Robert Mitchell, PhD
Teaches Astronomy and advanced physics.
Sergiy Markutsya, PhD
Teaches engineering economics, control theory, fluid mechanics, engineering design, manufacturing processes, thermodynamics.
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.
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.
David Rohlf
Dr. Rohlf is the medical director for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies program.
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.
Susa Stonedahl, PhD
Dr. Stonedahl teaches physics courses and has a professional interest in hyporheic exchange (water flowing through sediments in natural streams).
Brittany Tullis, PhD
Teaches courses on Latin/x American literature, culture, comics, and gender studies in Spanish and Latinx Studies; Justice, Diversity, and Gender Studies; and International Studies.
Toby Arquette, PhD
Dr. Arquette is Vice President for Strategic Growth, Marketing, and Digital Transformation at St. Ambrose University and serves on the President's Cabinet.
Amy Blair, PhD
Teaches topics ranging from plant and animal anatomy and physiology to population and community ecology.
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.
Jordan Franks
Jordan is a Production Specialist working for SAUtv and the Communications and Marketing Office.
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.
William Hixon, PhD
Professor Emeritus who taught introductory biology as well as cell and molecular biology.
Henry Karp
Rabbi Karp teaches Introduction to Judaism for the Theology Department.
Aubrey Lathrop
Communications and Marketing Specialist
Andrew Lutz, PhD
Dr. Lutz teaches core engineering and mechanical engineering classes, specializing in Applied Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Machine Design, Statics and Strength of Materials, and Engineering Dynamics.
Tammy Moran, MS-PAS, PA-C
Tammy is a Lecturer in the MPAS program.
Michael Opar, PhD
Teaches quality control, reliability, engineering economics, ergonomics, industrial engineering methods, senior design, simulation.
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.
Mohammad Rahdar, PhD
Dr. Rahdar teaches core IE courses including Operations Research, Planning and Controlling of Operations, Systems Engineering, and Engineering Economics. His specialty is in operations research and optimization techniques.
Rebecca Romatoski, PhD
Dr. Romatoski specializes in Thermal Fluids, Nuclear Reactor Design and Analysis, Energy Systems, and Climate Change.
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
Nathan Steffens, PhD
Dr. Steffens teaches introductory microbiology courses. He specializes in the ecology and evolution of infectious disease.

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