Faculty - University of Saint Francis (2024)

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Adams, Connor
Assistant Professor of Mathematics and First-Year Math Coordinator
BS, MA, University of Saint Francis

Allard, Jill
Instructor and Clinical Coordinator of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Fort Wayne
RT (R) (CT),ARDMS, (ABD, OBGYN), RVT (VT) AS, University of Saint Francis

Assaf, Ashlee
Instructor in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
RDMS (OB/GYN & ABD), RVT, AS, Delta College

B

Bailey, Kaitlin

Instructor

AS;BSUniversity of Saint Francis

Baldassari, Mario
Assistant Professor of Psychology
BA;Lake Forest College;MS, PhD, University of Victoria

Barnes, Megan
Assistant Professor of Nursing
MSN, RN, FNP-BC, University of Saint Francis

Becerra, Rachel
Instructor and Clinical Coordinator of Surgical Technology Crown Point
CST, AS, Ivy Tech

Bell, Jessica

Instructor of Diagnostic Medical Sonography

AS, BS, Indiana University

Bequette, John
Professor of Theology, Theology Program Director
BA, University of Missouri-Saint Louis;MA, PhD, Saint Louis University

Birch, Vincent

Assistant Professor of Theology

BS, MTS, University of Notre Dame; M Phil, PhD, The Catholic University of America

Black, Stacy

Assistant Professor and Program Director of Respiratory Therapy

AS, Ivy Tech, BSBA, MSOL, Trine University

Bradtmiller, Theresa
Assistant Professor of Nursing
DNP, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

Breece, R Matten
Assistant Professor ofChemistry, Chemistry Program Director
BS, Butler University;MS, Miami University;PhD, University of New Mexico

Brigham, Indira
Assistant Professor ofBiology, USF-Crown Point
BS, Loyola University; MS, University of Illinois

Brinkman, John
Professor of Psychology, Chair of Psychological Science
BA, Bluffton University;MA, PhD, Ball State University

Bugajski, Ken
Professor of English; Director of the John Duns Scotus Honors Program,Director of Humanities and Social Services
BA, University of Notre Dame;MA, Marquette University;PhD, Texas A&M University

Bugajski, Tricia
Director of the Graduate School, Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs, Director of Teaching and Learning Services, Assistant Professor of General Education
AA, South Suburban College;BA, Saint Mary’s College;MA, Purdue University Northwest;MSEd, Texas A&M

Buttram, Clifford
AssociateProfessor of Management, Division Director of the Keith Busse School of Business and Entrepreneurial Leadership
BS, University of Tennessee;MBA,Baker College; MA,Diplomacy Norwich University; PhD,University of Phoenix

Buuck, Christy

Assistant Professor, Director of Clinical Education

AS, BS, Purdue University;MS,University of Saint Francis

C

Carlson, Eric
Associate Professor ofStudio Art
BFA, Illinois State University;MFA University of Missouri-Columbia

Chairse, Tareylon
Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing at Crown Point
ASN, South Suburban College;BSN, MSN University of Phoenix

Connelly, Sarah
Instructor, Crown Point Site Coordinator, Respiratory Therapy Program
AS, BA, Indiana University

Cussen, Chad
Professional Advisor
BA, Indiana University; MA, Eastern Illinois University

D

Daining, Nicole
Professional Advisor
BA, Calvin University

Dale, Miranda
Assistant Professorof Nursing
BSN, MSN, Western Governors University

Day, Rachel
Assistant Professor of Nursing at Crown Point,ADN Track Director
BSN, MSN, Western Governors University

Decker, Lisa
Assistant Professor ofNursing
RN, Indiana University;MSN, FNP-C, Indiana Wesleyan University

Deskins, Lisa

Assistant Professor of Social Work

MSW,

Deville, Adam
Associate Professor of Psychology
BA, MA, University of Ottawa;Ph.D, St. Paul University

Dreyer, Krista
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, MSN, Chamberlain College

Duke, Carrie
First Year Writing Coordinator
Ph.D., Ball State

Dutcher, Abigail
Assistant Professor of Education, Director of Master of Arts in Teaching and Transition to

Teaching-Secondary Education
BA, Grace College and Theological Seminary; MA, Purdue Fort Wayne

E

Easley, Jeffrey

Assistant Professor of Physician AssistantBS, Manchester College,

BS, Manchester College;Phd, Indiana University School of Medicine,

Eckel, Kelly

Assistant Professor of Education, Director of Undergraduate Field Experiences
M.Ed, Indiana Wesleyan University;Ed.S., National Louis University; EdD

Edlund, Brittany
Assistant Professorof Radiologic Technology

MHA, AS, University of Saint Francis;BSBA, Indiana Wesleyan University

Everetts, Mark
Assistant Professor of Music Technology, Recording Studio Manager
AA, Rick Valley College;BS, Middle Tennessee State University;M.A., Middlesex University

F

Fairbanks, Joshua

Director of Department of Medical Sciences, Program Director of Physician Assistant

DMSc - University of Lynchburg;MS, PA-C - University of Saint Francis;MB) - University of SaintFrancis;

MOL - University of Saint FrancisDMSc, Pa-C, MBA

Felkner, Morgan
Professional Advisor
BS, Purdue University; MS, University of Saint Francis

Fish, Darcy
Surgical Technology Instructor
AS, University of Saint Francis;BA, Western Governors University

Francher-Donald, Antoinette

Assistant Professor, Director of Experiential Learning

BS, Illinois State;MBA, Indiana Tech

Fulwider, Miles
Associate Professor of Music Technology, Associate Division Director for Creative Arts, Music Technology,

Digital Media Management, Dance Programs Director
AS, BS, Utah Valley University;MM, New York University

G

Gagle, Allison
Instructor of Radiologic Technology
AS, BS, University of Saint Francis

Ganger, Kendra
Instructor Physical Therapist Assistant
AS, University of Saint Francis;BGS, Indiana University

Gardner, Julie
Assistant Dean for Crown Point, AssociateProfessor of Biology, Director of the Medical Laboratory

Technician andPhlebotomyPrograms, USF-Crown Point
BS,MS, MBA, Purdue University

Garst, Steven
Assistant Professor of Studio Art, Art Foundations Director, National Portfolio Day Coordinator
BFA, MA, Ball State University;MFA Miami University

Gernhardt, Phyllis
Associate Professor of History, History Course Coordinator, Humanities Instructor Coordinator
BA, University of Texas at Tyler;MA, Ball State University;PhD, Bowling Green StateUniversity

Gibbons-Brown, Karen
Instructor of Dance,Artistic Director of Dance

Gilson, Rachel
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Undergraduate Clinical Director
BSN, Purdue;MS, Ball State

Giltner, T. Alexander
Assistant Professor of Theology
BA, Ozark Christian College;MA, Saint Louis University;PhD, Saint Louis University

Gratton, Matthew
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapist Assistant Program, Director of Clinical Education,Physical Therapist Assistant Program
AS, University of Saint Francis;BS, Ball State University

H

Harrell, Angie
Professor, Associate Vice President for Healthcare Relations, Dean, College of Health Sciences
AS, Indiana University;BS, University of Nebraska Omaha;MS, University of SaintFrancis;DHSc, A.T. Still University

Harrington, Debora
Lab Instructor of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Crown Point
AS, ARDMS, Jackson College

Heller, Monica
AssociateProfessor of Psychology, Psychology Program Director and Coordinator
BA, PurdueUniversity;MA, Adler University;PhD, Ball StateUniversity

Hileman, Michelle
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, University of Saint Francis;MSM, Midwifery Institute at Philadelphia University (JeffersonUniversity)

Hoffman, Michelle
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapist Assistant Program
BS, Doane University;MSPT, Washington University School of Medicine; DPT, College of St.Scholastica

Hopf, Matthew S.
Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Exerercise Science, Program Director in Kinesiology and Nutrition Faculty,

AthleticRepresentative
BS, University of Saint Francis;DC, Palmer College of Chiropractic

Hopper, Alison

Assistant Professor, Lab Director for Physician Assistant

BS, Huntington University;MS in Medicine,Trevecca Nazarene University

Howell, Jen M.

Faculty

AS, BA, University of Saint Francis

Humbarger, Nicole
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, University of Saint Francis;MSN-Ed, Western Governors University

J

Jackson, Holly

Faculty, Biology Service Coordinator

BS, Univeristy of Saint Francis; MS, Indiana University

Jeffries, Heather
Assistant Professor and Program Director of Criminal Justice and Criminology
AS, BS, Indiana University; MS, Indiana State University; MS, University of Saint Francis

Johnson, David
Professor of Nursing
BSN, Purdue;MSN Ball State;PhD Indiana University

Jones, Jennifer

Instructor, Diagnostic Medical Sonography

RDMS, RVT, AS Indiana University

K

Karns, Tyler
AssociateProfessor of Biology

DC,Parker University

Katugampola, Pushpika
AssistantProfessor of Organic Chemistry
BS, University of Sri Jayewardenepura;MS, Southern Illinois University;PhD, Delaware StateUniversity

Keske, Brian

Instructor, Physician Assistant, Director of Assessment and Evaluation

BS, Hillsdale College;MA, University of Dallas; MS, University of Saint Francis

Kirby, Susan
Assistant Professor of Business Administration, and Program Director
BA, MA, Bethel University;MBA, University of Notre Dame

Koerpel, Robert
Assistant Professor of Theology
BA,University of Saint Thomas;MTS, Duke University;PhD, The Catholic University of America

Knight, Natalie

Faculty, Nursing

BSN, Loyola University;MSN, Liberty University

Koldyke, Audra
Instructor and Program Director of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Program Director ofMedical Imaging and Echocardiography
RT(R)(CT), (M) ARDMS (AB,OBGYN, BR), RVT (VT);AS, University of Saint Francis;BS, Indiana University

Kuebler-Wolf, Elizabeth
Associate Professor of Art History, Art History Program Director
BA, MA, PhD, Indiana University

Kutsenok, Victor
Professor of Mathematics
BS, MS Equivalency;Kiev State Pedagogical Institute;PhD, Moscow Scientific ResearchInstitute of General Education

L

Layton, Melissa
Director of Academic Advising
BA, Taylor University; MOL, University of Saint Francis

Lee, Robert W.
Professor of Accounting, Program Director of Financial Services
BS, MBA, Ball State University;PhD, Business Administration, Northcentral University

Leedy, Natalie

Faculty, College of Health Science, Project Manager

AS, University of Saint Francis; MBA, Western Governors University

Lehman, Stacy
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, MSN Ball State University

Levan, Michael
Associate Professor of English, English Program Director, Sullivan Series Director
BA, Allegheny College; MA, University of North Texas; MFA, Western Michigan University;Ph.D., University of Tennessee

Lewandowski, Devon
Associate Professor of Nursing, BSN Program Director
BSN, MSN University of Saint Francis; DNP Samford University

Lewis, Ronald
Assistant Professor of Sports Management, Program Director of Sports Management and Marketing

Ph.D., Indiana Institute ofTechnology
BS, BroadcastCommunications;MS Sports Management, Barry University; MBA, University of Saint Francis

Lint, Heather

Professor, Program Director of AAS in Health Science

ASN, Purdue University;BS, Purdue University Global

Lloyd, Courtney

Associate Professor, Assistant Director, Division of Medical Sciences, Assistant Program Director,

Physician Assistant Studies Program

MOL, University of Saint Francis;PhD, Indiana University,

Lortie, Heather
Assistant Professor and Program Director of Radiologic Technology
AS, MS University of Saint Francis; BS, Southern New Hampshire University

Lown, Susan
Associate Professor of Nursing
BSN, State University of New York Downstate Medical Center; MS, University of North Florida;MSN, University of Saint Francis; DNP, Indiana Wesleyan University

Luckey, Patricia
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, MSN, MS University of Saint Francis

M

Maier, Nancy
Instructor of Nursing
BSN, University of Evansville;MSN Indiana University

Maldonado, Jenny S.
Assistant Professor of Biology, Clinical Lab Sciences Program Director, Science Laboratory Technician
BS, MS University of Saint Francis

Mangette, Stacy

Faculty, Clinical Site LIaison and Coordinator

AS, University of Saint Francis

Martin, Jane
Professor of Film,Program Director for Communication, Instructor Coordinator for Communication,

Animation, and Technology
BA, Lenoir Rhyne College; MFA, University of North Carolina-Greensboro

McCall, Laura

Instructor

BS, Wisconsin Lutheran College;MS Finch University of Health Sciences/Chicago Medical School;

Physician Assistant Certified

McCorkle, Chelsie
Assistant Professor of English, Director of the Writing Center
BA, University of SaintFrancis;MA, Purdue University

McIlroy, Grace
Medical Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomy Faculty at Crown Point
BS, Louisiana State University

Milicki, Kaelyn
Instructor of Radiologic Technology
AS, BS, Indiana University Northwest

Miyauchi, C. Alison
Executive Division Director forCreative Arts
BA, University of Alberta, MA, Mawr College

Moellering, Beverly
Assistant Professor of Nutrition, Registered Dietician, CoordinatedProgram in Dietetics Director
BS, Purdue University; MS, Ball State University

N

Nelling, Sister Anna Joseph

Assistant Professor of English Literature

BA, MS Franciscan University of Steubenville; MS Creighton University

Nelson, Nicole
Assistant Professor of Biology, Director of the Environmental Program
BS, Indiana University;MS, Universityof Wisconsin

Nolt, Jake
Assistant Professor of Animation, Game & Application Development, Division Director of the Division of Communication, Animation, and Technology
BS, The Art Institutes; MFA, Bowling Green State University

O

Oberley, Juanita
Associate Professor of Education; Director of the Divison of Teacher Education, Education Instructor Coordinator

BSEd, University of Saint Francis; MA, Ball State University;EdD, Indiana University

Obringer, Amy R.
Professor of Biology, Anatomage and Cadaver Coordinator
BS, University of Saint Francis; PhD, Wright State University

Oetting, Stephanie
Professor of Nursing
BSN, MSN, Indiana University Indianapolis; PhD, University of Michigan

P

Painter, Jenelle

Faculty, Track Director for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Echocardiography

AS, University of Toledo;BS, MS, Western Governors University

Papenbrock, Amanda
Instructor of Radiologic Technology
AS, BS Indiana University

Parker, Dawn
Director, SOHS Simulation Lab and Assistant Professor
BSN, MSN, Indiana University

Parsley, Timothy

Associate Professor of Studio Art, Studio Art Prgram Director, Accreditation Liaison

BS, Cincinnati Christian University;BFAUniversity of Cincinnati;MA, Cincinnati Christian University;MFA, Miami University

Paelec, Tammi

Associate Professor of Physics, Department Chair of Math and Physical Sciences

Pearson, Lewis
Professor of Philosophy, Coordinator of Philosophy, Interim Dean, College of Arts, Sciences and Business

Interim Director of General Education
BA, BS, Christian Brothers University; MA, PhD, Baylor University

Pejoski, Rosie
Instructor and Clinical Coordinator of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Crown Point
ASN, BS, Indiana University Northwest

Pettigrew, Tara

Faculty, Assistant Director of Simulation

Pillie, Janay
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, Indiana University; MSN, University of Saint Francis

Powers, Valerie
Assistant Professor, Director of Kinesiology & Nutrition
ACSM-EP, NSCA-CP, RYT;BS, MSCalifornia State University

Pyron, Marjorie

Faculty, Department of Nursing

BS, Edgewood College, WI, University of Wisconsin

EdD, Ball State;MS, The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center

Richard, Jennifer
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Assistant BSN Program Director
BSN, MSN, University of Saint Francis

Richey, Lance
Professor of Philosophy and Theology,Interim President
BA, Furman University; PhD,Marquette University

Riepenhoff, Mary
Assistant Professor of Teacher Education,Licensing Advisor and Accreditation Coordinator
BSEd, MA, Ohio State University; EdD, University of Findlay

Riggle, Patrick
Assistant Professor of Animation
BS, MA, University of Saint Francis

Rinker, Patricia
Instructor of Nursing, ADN Program Director
BSN, MBA Indiana Wesleyan;MS, Purdue University

Roberts, Mason

S

Schurger, Phillip
Instructor of Music;Guitar Ensemble, Performing Arts Instructor Coordinator
BA, MM, Northern Illinois University

Shaffer-Childers, Ashley

Nursing Faculty

BSN, MSN, Indiana Wesleyan University

Alan Short

Lecturer, Management and Leadership

BS, MS, New Mexico State University

Shultz, Sheena

Instructor, Director of Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy Program

AS, Ivy Tech; BS, Trine University

Smith, Greg
Assistant Professor of Accounting, Program Director of Accounting, International Studies Coordinator
BA, Manchester University; MBA, University of Saint Francis

Smith, Janet

Assistant Professor, Exercise Science

BS, MS - Kinesiology/Adapted Physical Education;MS Education Administration, Indiana University

Sorgen-Burleson, Theresa
Assistant Professor of Surgical Technology,Chair for theDepartment of Surgical Technology
CST, AS, BA, MBA, University of Saint Francis

Srboniski, Nikolina

Instructor of Radiologic Technology

AS, BS, Indiana University

Stehlik, David DSL
AssociateProfessor of Management and Leadership; Associate Division Director for KBSoBEL
DSL, Regent University; MBA andMHA, University of Saint Francis;BA, Hillsdale College

Straub, Brittany
AssociateProfessor of Education; Director of Special Education (Undergraduate & Graduate)
BSEd University of Saint Francis;MAT, Indiana University;EdD, National Louis University

T

Torlone, Daniel
Professor of Education; Director of Graduate Field Experiences
BA, Marshall University; MEd, Boston University; MEd, EdD, Teachers College ColumbiaUniversity

Trahin, Christina

Assistant Professor of Nursing

MSN, Ball State University;FNP, University of Saint Francis

U

V

Valich, Kimberly
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, St. Xavier University; MSN, University of Phoenix

Vazquez, Teresa

Assistant Professor of Art Education, Program Director for Art Education

BS, Oberlin College;MFA, TheSchool of the Art Institute of Chicago,

W

Warrell, Sister Mary Agustine

Assistant Professor of Chemistry

BS, Indiana University; MS, Michigan State University;MA, Franciscan University

Webb, Kathi
Director of Simulation Lab and Nursing Resource Center
ASN, University of Indianapolis; BSN, MSN Grand Canyon University

Weber, Louise M.
Professor of Biology and Environmental Science, Program Director for Biology
BS, Saint Mary’s College; MS, University of Notre Dame; PhD, Clemson University

Westropp, Lori
AssociateProfessor of Social Work, Field Director for the Social Work Program
BS, Indiana University; MSW, LCSW Loyola University, Chicago

Wilcoxson, Amanda

Assistant Professor and Simulation Director

AS, Lutheran Health;BS, Trine University;MSOL, Indiana Tech

Wilkinson, Aaron

Assistant Professor of Organizational Leadership, Graduate Business Instructor Coordinator,

Graduate Business Program Director

BA, Gardner-Webb University;MA, Asbury Theological Seminary;PhD, IndianaWesleyan University

Williams, Andrea
Assistant Professor of Nursing at Crown Point
ASN, South Suburban; BSN, Bellevue University; MSN, MHA, University of Phoenix;PhD, Logan University

Williams, Angela
Assistant Professor ofNursing at Crown Point
ASN, BSN, Indiana University Northwest; MSN South University

Winegarden, Megan
Assistant Professor of Nursing, Director of Nursing for the Graduate Program
BS, College of Saint Francis;MSN, University of Saint Francis; EdM, Boston University; DNP, Case Western Reserve University

Wise, Cayla
Assistant Professor of Education,Director of Elementary Education (Undergraduate andGraduate) and Educational Studies
BA, University of Saint Francis; MA,Ball State University;EdS, National Louis University

Wolf, Kayla

Assistant Professor and Director of Didactic Education of Physician Assistant Studies

BS, Michigan State; MS, University of Saint Francis

Y

Yoder, Carolyn DNP, RN, CNE
Division Director of Nursing, Chief Nursing Officer
BSN, Purdue University; MSN, Indiana University; DNP, Rush University

Z

Emeritus

Clark, Wendy
Professor Emerita of Nursing

Clements, Nancy
Associate ProfessorEmeritusof Education

Daniel, Rolf
Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Counseling

Deininger, Rita
Assistant Professor Emeritaof Nursing

DePew, Renee
Assistant Professor Emeritusof Nursing

DeYoung, Margaret
Assistant Professor Emeritusof Nursing

Dorsett, Sister M. Felicity O.S.F.
Assistant Professor Emeritusof Theology

Gillespie, Nancy
Professor Emeritusof Nursing

Greulich, Carol
Assistant Professor Emeritusof Nursing

Hankee, Nancy
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Education

Hernandez, Ann
ProfessorEmeritus of Education

Hurley, Richard
ProfessorEmeritus of Biology

Jain, Jay
Professor Emeritus of Business

Jylland-Halverson, Carl
Professor of Emeritus Psychology and Counseling

King, Marsha
Assistant Professor Emerita of Nursing

Klopfer, Mary
Associate Professor Emeritus of Art

Krauskopf, Frances
Associate Professor Emeritus of History and Social Science

Kumfer, Earl
Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Theology

Lyke, Donna
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Nursing

Martin, Diane
Professor Emeritus of Physical Therapy Studies

Meador, Douglas
Professor Emeritus of Economics

Meyers, Sr. M. Carol
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Art

Middleton, Debra
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Nursing

Papier, Maurice
Professor Emeritus of Art

Penland, Kimberly
AssociateProfessor Emeritusof Nursing

Pryor, Warren W.
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Biology

Prall, Andrew
Professor Emeritus of English

Scheetz, Sister M. JoEllen O.S.F.
Professor Emeritus of English

Schuler, Paul
Professor Emeritus of Education

Short, Gerald E.
Associate Professor Emeritus of Biology