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Alison Amyx
Director, Marketing Strategy & Insights
Kara Baker
Kara is the office administrator for the Nursing Department.
Brian Boesen
Associate Vice President
Boby Akhi
Teaches Philosophy with research interests in Philosophy, Leadership and Gender, Corporate Diversity and Inclusion, International Business, Human Resources Management, and Women Entrepreneurship.
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.
Halie Dodd
Halie is an Area Coordinator for Residence Life managing Cosgrove and Bechtel halls.
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.
Jordan Franks
Jordan is a Production Specialist working for SAUtv and the Communications and Marketing Office.
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.
Jill Hipskind, PT, DPT
Dr. Hipskind teaches musculoskeletal therapeutics to students within the DPT program.
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.
Lynn Kilburg, DHSc, MBA, OTR/L
Dean of the College of Health and Human Services and Professor of Occupational Therapy.
Katherine Lampe, PT, DPT
Dr. Lampe is Professor Emerita.
Shelby (Shepherd) Leabo
Shelby is the Communications and Content Manager in Communications and Marketing.
Kristen Lang-Coleman, DNP
Dr. Lang-Coleman teaches LPN-RN bridge courses in the Nursing program.
Imtiaz Mazumder, PhD
Teaching interests include investment and portfolio analysis; corporate finance; financial institutions and markets.
Carrie Meador-Bliss
Carrie the Program Coordinator for Physical Therapy
Anthony Morales
Tony is an adjunct instructor in the Sales and Marketing Department and also teaches classes for SAU Professional Development.
Steven McConnell
Area Coordinator of Upper Classman Experience
Jennifer Petersen
Dr. Petersen teaches Assessment, Interventions IIA, and leads a Fieldwork IB experience.
Katie Powers, DPT, PCS, C/NDT
Dr. Powers teaches core content in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program with a specialty in Pediatrics.
Tanya Randle
Dr. Randle teaches existentialism, philosophy of religion, and epistemiology.
Nora Riley, PT, PhD
Dr. Riley teaches the neurological content throughout the DPT curriculum.
Tadd Ruetenik, PhD
Teaches a variety of philosophy courses such as critical thinking, philosophies of life, and American philosophy. He is a William James scholar.
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
Andy Swift, PhD
Dr. Swift teaches courses such as ethics, medical ethics, and social and political philosophy.
Heather Sikora, MSN
Heather is a lecturer in the Nana Nagle 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.
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.
Wendi Antunes
Wendi provides office support for the Physical Therapy Department.
John Barr, BS-PT, MA, PhD, FAPTA
Dr. Barr is professor emeritus for the DPT program.
Kyle Bohnert, PhD
Teaches kinesiology courses related to skeletal muscle anatomy, function, and the molecules that regulate muscle health.
Kari Crowder, MSN, RN
Kari Crowder is an Clinical Assistant Professor in the Nursing program.
Dana Dailey, PT, PhD
Dr. Dailey teaches introduction to therapeutic exercise, functional anatomy, applied anatomy and physiology, pain science and education, professional practice and PT procedures II, and the capstone portfolio project.
Darcy Duncalf
Provides office support for the Physical Therapy Department.
Kevin Farrell, PT, PhD
Dr. Farrell is Professor Emeritus.
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.
Daneel Gayle
Director of Residence Life
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.
Chengming Hu, PhD
Teaches classes in sport management, sport promotion and marketing, and planning and managing sport facilities.
Connie Hanson-Hullstrom
Connie Hanson-Hullstrom serves as Clinical Assistant Professor and Adjunct Coordinator
Madeline Craig
Madeline teaches introductory courses in the Kinesiology Department related to exercise science and nutrition.
Anne Lansing, OTD, MOL, OTR/L
Assistant Professor for Occupational Therapy
Xiaowei Liu, PhD
Dr. Liu teaches a variety of finance courses to undergraduate and MBA students. His research interests include empirical asset pricing, corporate finance, and international finance.
Hanna Krainik
Hanna is the Multimedia Specialist in Communications and Marketing.
Joe McCaffrey, PhD
Dr. McCaffrey taught in the areas of ancient and medieval/renaissance philosophy.
Rev. Brian Miclot, PhD
Dr. Miclot teaches metaphysics and philosophy of peace and justice.
Art Moreau
Dr. Moreau's areas of expertise lie in arbitrage, hedging and risk management, international finance, and complete markets.
Lori Parker
Administrative Assistant for the Occupational Therapy program.
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.
Michael Puthoff, PT, PhD
Dr. Puthoff is a professor of Physical Therapy and Dean of Graduate Studies.
Erin Rennert
Erin is a Clinical Instructor for the Nursing program.
Jessica Roisen, PhD
Dr. Roisen teaches ethics; applied ethics; and philosophy of sex and love.
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.
Katie Sleaford, MSN
Teaches clinical and didactic courses in the Nursing Program.
Erica Thomas, DHEd, CHES
Teaches nutrition and wellness concepts courses, as well as exercise physiology lab.
Zyon Velazquez
Creative Manager/Photographer
Suzanne Wiese
Suzanne is the administrative assistant for Kinesiology.
Jenelle Wilson
Jenelle Wilson teaches pathophysiology and pharmacology to incoming nursing students.
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.
Cherie Blackwell, OTD, OTR/L, CHT
Cherie teaches a variety of specialty topics in the Occupational Therapy Department.
Katrina Browning, DNP, RN, CNE
Katrina has nursing experience in Women's Health, Public Health, Labor and Delivery, and NICU.
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.
Lara Dague
Lara serves as the Administrative Assistant in the Nursing Department.
Lynn Frank, PT, DPT
Collaborates in implementing individual student plans for clinical education, assists with neuromuscular therapeutics and coordinates the course on management of the medically complex patient. Her clinical practice includes acute care and neuro rehabilitation.
Roxanne Freeman
Roxanne is the Academic Advisor & Recruiter for the Occupational Therapy program.
Jenni Green
Jenni is a Visiting Lecturer for the Occupational Therapy program.
Tom Hosmanek
Teaches intro and advanced sales courses. His specialties are personal selling and sales management.
Brenda Hughes, DrOT, OTR/L
Dr. Hughes teaches Foundations of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Justice. She is also the Occupational Therapy Doctoral Capstone Coordinator.
Amy Kueny
Dr. Kueny is an Instructor for the Physical Therapy Department, teaching courses for first-year students including gross anatomy, pathology, and evidence-based practice. She is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with experience practicing in outpatient orthopedics.
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.
Aubrey Lathrop
Communications and Marketing Specialist
Sandy Lund, PhD
Teaches physiology and other exercise science courses. Research has focused on respiratory physiology, exercise-induced asthma, and supplement use.
Alfredo Mac Laughlin, PhD
Dr. Mac Laughlin teaches applied ethics and philosophy of knowledge. He specializes in healthcare ethics, philosophy and science fiction, game-based learning and the philosophy of Bernard Lonergan.
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.
Kari Miller, PT, DPT, EdD
Dr. Miller teaches orthotics and prosthetics, functional anatomy, and geriatrics.
Amy C. Novak, EdD
Amy is the 14th President of St. Ambrose University.
Yazmeen Pérez
Area Coordinator
Stephanie Phares, MOT
Stephanie is an instructor in the Occupational Therapy program.
Kim Raap
Kim is the executive assistant to the President.
Kady Riches
Creative & Graphic Design Strategist
Kristin Ryan, PT, DPT
Teaches Professional Seminar, clinical education courses, seating, and positioning as well as the lymphedema content of the curriculum. Her clinical practice ranges from acute care to outpatient, focuses on evaluating clients in a wheelchair clinic, treating patients with lymphedema and in outpatient neurological rehab.
Rose Schultz
Rose assists in the labs and teaches lab courses for the Nursing Department.
Rhiannon Seneli, PhD, ATC
Rhiannon is the Kinesiology Graduate Director
Tyler Spencer, PhD
Dr. Spencer teaches core Sport Management courses and specializes in sport facilities and event management.
Amy Tallman
Recruiter and Academic Advisor for the online Nursing Program.
Liquan Wang
Teaches a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses. Specializes in personal finance, principles of finance, and financial management.
Robert Wiederien, DPT
Dr. Wiederien teaches core physical therapy courses for the DPT program.

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