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Neil Aschliman, PhD
Teaches Biology courses in human anatomy and physiology, vertebrate biology, and biological literature.
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.
Drew Blocker
Manager of Ground Maintenance
Michael Dahlinghaus, PhD, CSCS, ACSM-EP-C
Teaches classes in exercise science and human performance and fitness. He has professional experience in personal training education and strength conditioning.
Dan Ebener
Dr. Dan Ebener has been practicing leadership and developing leaders in churches, businesses, and nonprofits since 1975.
Maritza Espina, PhD
Professor of Management
Greg Geistkemper
Associate Director of Financial Aid
Tim Eldridge
Physical Plant
Julie Haack
Julie is the director of Financial Aid and the assistant vice president of enrollment management.
William Hixon, PhD
Professor Emeritus who taught introductory biology as well as cell and molecular biology.
Jim Hannon
Director, Physical Plant
Kristina Kistler
Kris is the Senior Woman Administrator and Director of Compliance for Athletics.
Golden Lund
Coordinator of Events and Performances for Athletic Bands
David O'Connell, DBA
Professor in management.
Theresa Panich
Administrative Assistant for Health Services and Counseling Center
Kim Raap
Kim is the executive assistant to the President.
Chris Phillips
Chris is a HVAC Technician in the Physical Plant Department.
Christopher Schwartz, PhD
Dr. Schwartz teaches several core Exercise Science courses as well as introductory courses. His specialty is in physiological function in the human body and the influence of exercise on health and performance.
Jana Seutter
Senior Assistant for the President's Office
Tyler Spencer, PhD
Dr. Spencer teaches core Sport Management courses and specializes in sport facilities and event management.
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
Chris Stafford
Chris is a Groundskeeper in the Physical Plant Department.
Alvin Vesey
Financial Aid Specialist
Terry Wilson
Physical Plant
Deb Bennett
Academic Program Specialist for programs in the College of Business.
Kyle Bohnert, PhD
Teaches kinesiology courses related to skeletal muscle anatomy, function, and the molecules that regulate muscle health.
Bob Christopher
Director of Security and Assistant Dean of Students
Stacy Eckley
Stacy provides office support for Physical Plant/Maintenance.
Samantha Faulkner
Samantha is an Athletic Trainer in the Athletics Department.
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.
Bill Foley
Physical Plant
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.
Mike Holmes
Mike Holmes is the Athletic Director for St. Ambrose University.
Diamond Jelani
Biology Laboratory Coordinator
Madeline Craig
Madeline teaches introductory courses in the Kinesiology Department related to exercise science and nutrition.
Amy C. Novak, EdD
Amy is the 14th President of St. Ambrose University.
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.
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.
Julie Rodriguez
Financial Aid counselor
Justin Rice, PhD
Dr. Rice is an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department, specializing in anatomy and physiology.
Rhiannon Seneli, PhD, ATC
Rhiannon is the Kinesiology Graduate Director
Ray Shovlain
Head Men's Basketball Coach
Kaylon Spengler
Kaylon is Operations Manager for the Physical Plant.
Brian Thiessen
Director of Sports Information for SAU Athletics
Nathan Steffens, PhD
Dr. Steffens teaches introductory microbiology courses. He specializes in the ecology and evolution of infectious disease.
Natalie Woodhurst
Coordinator of Veterans Recruitment and Services
Amy Blair, PhD
Teaches topics ranging from plant and animal anatomy and physiology to population and community ecology.
Tom Anderson
Physical Plant
Calvin Cooper
Associate Director of Security
Amber Dopler
Mental Health Outreach and Prevention Specialist
Sarah Eikleberry, PhD
Dr. Eikleberry's research and teaching intersect at sport studies and sport history and focus on the structures and ideologies that influence access and experiences in sport and physical activity settings.
Monica Forret, PhD
Monica is professor and director of the DBA program.
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.
Brad Gradin
Physical Plant
Tracy Hintze-Bahns
Tracy operates the university-wide card access program, Bee Card, and also provides administrative support to the Security Department.
Chengming Hu, PhD
Teaches classes in sport management, sport promotion and marketing, and planning and managing sport facilities.
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.
Sandy Lund, PhD
Teaches physiology and other exercise science courses. Research has focused on respiratory physiology, exercise-induced asthma, and supplement use.
Matt Moore
Matt is Groundskeeper for all St. Ambrose properties.
Jennifer Palar
Dr. Palar teaches courses in strategy, leadership, organizational behavior, human resources, and employment law.
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.
Craig Ochs
Craig is a Groundskeeper in the Physical Plant Department.
Alexis Reichwein
Student Financial Services Specialist
Jason Senjem
Teaches management courses at undergraduate, MBA, and DBA levels which include strategy, organizational behavior, HR, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
Brandi Solis
Financial Aid Counselor
Terri Switzer, PhD
Director and Professor of the Art History Program
Erica Thomas, DHEd, CHES
Teaches nutrition and wellness concepts courses, as well as exercise physiology lab.
Suzanne Wiese
Suzanne is the administrative assistant for Kinesiology.
Nicholas Voth
Nick Voth teaches many introductory and core courses in the Department of Kinesiology with a specific focus on laboratory courses. He also serves as the Laboratory Coordinator in the department. His primary research and professional interests include applied exercise physiology and sports nutrition as they relate to performance in endurance sports.

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