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Mara Adams, PhD
Teaches Theology and coordinates service learning
Jennifer Best, MSEd, CFLE, CFCS, HDFS, BCC
Lecturer and Department Coordinator in Psychology
Drew Blocker
Manager of Ground Maintenance
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.
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.
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.
Brad Gradin
Physical Plant
Lisa Harrington
Records Support Analyst in the Registrar's Office.
Jim Hannon
Director, Physical Plant
Henry Karp
Rabbi Karp teaches Introduction to Judaism for the Theology Department.
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.
Matt Moore
Matt is Groundskeeper for all St. Ambrose properties.
Michael Opar, PhD
Teaches quality control, reliability, engineering economics, ergonomics, industrial engineering methods, senior design, simulation.
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.
Craig Ochs
Craig is a Groundskeeper in the Physical Plant Department.
Jennifer Schmidt-McCormack
Jennifer is the Coordinator of Success Programs
Erin Sodawasser-Hermiston
Erin Sodawasser-Hermistion is the Clinical Instructor for the Applied Practicum Experience in the Master of Public Health Program.
Susa Stonedahl, PhD
Dr. Stonedahl teaches physics courses and has a professional interest in hyporheic exchange (water flowing through sediments in natural streams).
Erica Thomas, DHEd, CHES
Teaches nutrition and wellness concepts courses, as well as exercise physiology lab.
Chris Stafford
Chris is a Groundskeeper in the Physical Plant Department.
Jonathan Weeks
Evaluation Coordinator
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.
John Bowser
Adjunct professor and Research and Evaluation Consultant for the Master of Public Health program.
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.
Samantha Faulkner
Samantha is an Athletic Trainer in the Athletics Department.
Tim Eldridge
Physical Plant
Joe Golden
Master of Public Health Program Coordinator
Mike Holmes
Mike Holmes is the Athletic Director for St. Ambrose University.
Andy Kaiser
Dr. Kaiser teaches courses related to forensic psychology, adult clinical psychology, and statistics.
Julie Jenks Kettmann
Teaches psychology, child and adolescent development, and psychology and treatment of both juvenile offenders and crime victims.
Golden Lund
Coordinator of Events and Performances for Athletic Bands
Sergiy Markutsya, PhD
Teaches engineering economics, control theory, fluid mechanics, engineering design, manufacturing processes, thermodynamics.
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.
Sarah Rissler, PhD
Sarah is the Director of Student Success in the Student Success Center.
Chris Phillips
Chris is a HVAC Technician in the Physical Plant Department.
Melissa Sharer
Director of the Master of Public Health program and Assistant Professor.
Kaylon Spengler
Kaylon is Operations Manager for the Physical Plant.
Tinette Stoner
Tinette is the Assistant Director of Student Success.
Christina Tigges
Student Financial Services Representative
Terry Wilson
Physical Plant
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.
Tom Anderson
Physical Plant
Cathy Cunningham
Cathy is the Administrative Assistant for the Dean of Students Office.
Stacy Eckley
Stacy provides office support for Physical Plant/Maintenance.
Isabella Foral
Assistant Registrar
Bill Foley
Physical Plant
Erica Eastland
Customer Support/Classroom Coordinator
Ella Johnson
Dr. Johnson teaches undergraduate courses in Christian systematic theology and some upper level courses in the areas of ecclesiology, sacraments, and spirituality.
Judy Correa Kaiser
Judy teaches courses in clinical/counseling psychology as well as the undergraduate practicum (internship) experience course.
Kristina Kistler
Kris is the Senior Woman Administrator and Director of Compliance for Athletics.
Robert Mitchell, PhD
Teaches Astronomy and advanced physics.
Katrina Okerstrom-Jezewski
Katrina is an Assistant Professor of Psychology.
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.
Rebecca Romatoski, PhD
Dr. Romatoski specializes in Thermal Fluids, Nuclear Reactor Design and Analysis, Energy Systems, and Climate Change.
Anna Pierce
Student Financial Services Representative
Ray Shovlain
Head Men's Basketball Coach
John Stachula
Specializes in counseling and the clinical application of psychology.
Brian Thiessen
Director of Sports Information for SAU Athletics
Katie Trujillo
Teaches psychology, lifespan and adult development.
Christopher Waugh
Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Engagement
Dan Zeimet
The Registrar serves as the institutional guardian for official academic policies and academic records in supporting SAU faculty, staff, and students.

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