LeTourneau University administration, faculty, and staff are united in their support of the University’s mission. This directory lists people who are committed to that calling.
LeTourneau Trustees
Mr. Paul Abbott; CEO, Aircraft Industry, Oklahoma
Mr. Bill Anderson; Executive Mentor & Consultant, Leadership Consulting Company, Colorado
Mr. Patrick Bertsche; President, Manufacturing Company, Illinois
Mr. Jim Brake; President, Manufacturing, Fire Protection, Connecticut
Mr. Phil Burkes; CEO, Communications Company, Texas
Dr. Joel Carpenter IV; Retired Physician, Pennsylvania
Mr. Doug Douglas; Vice President, Transit Company, Texas
Dr. David Dykes; Senior Pastor, Texas
Mrs. Kimberly Fish; Freelance Writer, Community Leader, Longview, Texas
Dr. Eugene A. Frost; Jr., High School Administrator, Illinois
Mr. Robin Guyer; Owner & Manager, Agri-Service Company, Illinois
Dr. Billy J. Harris; Retired, Consulting Structural Engineering Company, Texas
Mr. Jim Hooker; Director, Aftermarket Sales, Minnesota
Mr. Loren Leman; Engineer, Alaska
Mrs. Julie Livesay; Teacher, Texas
Dr. Dale A. Lunsford; University President, Texas
Dr. Jim E. Mauldin; Physician, Texas
Mr. L.V. “Bud” McGuire; Principal/Engineer, Energy Exploration Company, Texas
Mr. Ken Moore; Retired Pilot, Texas
Mr. James R. Nolt, Jr.; Consultant/Retired Owner and VP Operations, Manufacturing Company, Pennsylvania
Mr. Joe Nowiczewski; Engineer, Consulting Company, Texas
Mr. Rogers Pope, Jr.; Banker, Texas
Mr. James Schreder; President, Civil Engineering, California
Mr. Michael P. Schutt; Law School Associate Professor and Department Director, Texas
Mr. John Solheim; Chairman, CEO & President, Manufacturing Corporation, Arizona
Mr. Wayne Steege; Director, Aerospace and Devense Technologies Company, Minnesota
Mr. Merle Stoltzfus; Partner, General Contractor and Builder, Pennsylvania
Mr. Bob Walker; President, Co-Owner, Manufacturing Company, Colorado
Mr. Dean Waskowiak; President & CEO, Multimedia Company, Texas
Officers of the Board of Trustees
Mr. Patrick Bertsche, Chair
Mr. Bill Anderson, Vice Chair
Mr. Dean Waskowiak, Secretary
Mr. Merle Stoltzfus, Treasurer
Dr. Dale A. Lunsford, President
Administrative Officers
Dr. Dale A. Lunsford, President
Dr. Steven D. Mason, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Mr. Mike S. Hood, Vice President for Finance and Administration
Mr. Carl Arnold, Vice President for Residential Enrollment Services
Mr. Alan Clipperton, Associate Vice President for Global Initiatives
Mr. Don Egle, Vice President for University Marketing and Communications
Mr. Matthew P. Henry, Chief Information Officer
Dr. Kristy Morgan, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Dr. Melanie Roudkovski, Vice President for Global Operations
Dr. Terry Zeitlow, Vice President for Development
Faculty
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z
Anson, Scott J.
Chair, Mechanical Engineering
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
A.S., Broome Community College, 1991; B.S., State University of New York, 1993; M.S., Binghamton University, 1996; Ph.D., Binghamton University, 2007. Licensed Professional Engineer, State of New York and Texas. Since 2013.
Baas, Brent L.
Chair, Computer Science
Professor of Computer Science
B.A., Calvin College, 1985; M.S., Western Michigan University, 1987; Ph.D., Wayne State University, 1993. Since 1992.
Baggett, Darla L.
Chair, Global Education Programs
Associate Professor of Education
B.A., Education, Baylor University, 1973; Reading Specialist Certificate, Southwestern Oklahoma State University, 1977; M.Ed. with Mid Management Certificate and Supervisor’s Certificate, Stephen F. Austin State University, 1981; ESL Certificate, Wayland Baptist University, 1991; Ed.D., Texas Tech University, 2002. Since 2010.
Baliraine, Frederick N.
Associate Professor of Biology
BVM, Makerere University, Uganda. 1994; M.Sc. University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1999; Ph.D., University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2005. Since 2012.
Ballard, Shirley A.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
A.S., Kilgore College, 1991; BSN University of Texas at Tyler, 1999; M.S., Ball State University, 2003. Since 2015.
Ball, Steven L.
Chair, Department of Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics
Professor of Physics
B.S., Baker University, 1984; Ph.D., University of Kansas, 1989. Since 2001.
Barrett, John C.
Assistant Professor of Political Science
B.S., Georgetown University, 1995; Foreign Service; M.A., Johns Hopkins University, 1999; International Economics/International Affairs; Ph.D., Baylor University, 2012, Religion, Politics and Society. Since 2015.
Barnette, Daniel W.
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., University of Texas at Austin, 1975, M.S., University of Texas at Austin, 1977; Ph.D., Stanford University, 1984. Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Texas. Since 2015.
Baumer, Richard E.
Omar Blodgett Endowed Chair of Welding and Materials Joining Engineering
Assistant Professor Materials Joining Engineering
Bachelor of Science, LeTourneau University, 2008; Ph.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 2013. Since 2017.
Bitikofer, Lauren G.
Professor of Flight Science
A.S., LeTourneau University, 1975; B.S., LeTourneau University, 1988; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1989; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings; Inspection Authorization, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Airplane and Helicopter, Flight Instructor: Multi-engine, Single Engine and Instrument Airplane, Rotorcraft Helicopter, and Designated Mechanic Examiner. Since 1977.
Bray, Jennifer M.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Newman University, Wichita, Kansas, 1999; M.S.N., Texas A&M University, Corpus Christi, 2013. Since 2014.
Caldwell, Benjamin W.
Associate Provost for Academic Administration
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Clemson University, 2007; M.S., Clemson University, 2009; Ph.D., Clemson University, 2011. Since 2012.
Chance, Sherry A.
Associate Dean, Business
Chair, Global Business Program
Associate Professor of Business
Bachelor of Education, University of Alaska, 1984; Master of Education, University of Southern Mississippi, 1992; Doctor of Education, Higher Education, 2017. Since 2017.
Chase, Bruce A.
Chair, Flight Department
Professor of Flight Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1992; M.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 2005; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Airplane, Flight Instructor: Multi-engine, Single Engine and Instrument Airplane; FAA Safety Team Representative. Since 1992.
Churu, Habel Gitogo
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Oklahoma State University, 2004; M.S., Oklahoma State University, 2009; University of Texas at Dallas, Ph.D., 2013. Since 2016.
Compton, Randall D.
Professor of Literature and Language Arts
B.A., Covenant College, 1987; M.A., Angelo State University, 1990; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 1994; M. Div., Reformed Theological Seminary, 1997. Since 2007.
Coppinger, Stanley K.
Professor, Literature and Language Arts
B.A., Biola University, LA Mirada, CA, 1984, M.A., Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX 1990, Ph.D., Baylor University, 2001; Former Associate Vice President and Professor of English at LETU. Since 2015.
Cunha, Wilson de Angelo
Associate Professor of Theology
B.A., JMC Presbyterian Seminary, 2002; Th.M., Calvin Theological Seminary, 2006; Ph.D. Leiden University, 2011. Since 2011.
DeBoer, Gary D.
Professor of Chemistry
B.A., Calvin College, 1986; Ph.D., University of Iowa, 1998. Since 1998.
Demko, Jonathan A.
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Texas A&M University, 1986; M.S., Texas A&M University, 1980, Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 1986. Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Texas. Since 2012.
Dittenber, David B.
Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2007; M.S., West Virginia University, 2010; Ph.D. West Virginia University, 2013. Since 2013
Downing, Wes Lee
Assistant Professor of Materials Joining Engineering
A.S., Kilgore College, 2006; B.S., LeTourneau University, 2009; 9 hours in MBA Classes at LeTourneau University, 2016. Since 2016.
Fasol, Malinda S.
Chair, Graduate Psychology Programs
Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.A., William Jewell College, 1993; M.A., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2001; Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2010. Since 2013.
Fernand, Vivian E.
Associate Professor of Chemistry
B.A., University of Suriname, 1994; B.S., University of Suriname, 1998; M.S., Louisiana State University, 2003; Ph.D., Louisiana State University, 2009. Since 2012.
Fortier, Sean M.
Associate Dean, College of Aviation and Aeronautical Science
Chair, Department of Applied Aviation Science
Professor of Aeronautical Science
B.S., Moody Bible Institute, 1991; M.S., Louisiana State University at Shreveport, 1998; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings, Private Pilot, and FCC General Radiotelephone. Since 1994.
Frazier, Larry J.
Dean, College of Education, Arts and Sciences
Professor of Theology
B.A., East Texas Baptist University, 1990; M.A., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1994; Ph.D., Baylor University, 2002. Since 2011.
Frederick, Gregory D.
Chair, Department of Biology and Kinesiology
Professor of Biology
B.A., University of Kansas; 1980; B.A., University of Kansas; 1983, Ph.D., Kansas University, 1990. Since 2014.
French, Jesse J.
Director of Engineering Outreach
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, 1995; M.S., The University of Tulsa, 2007; Ph.D., The University of Tulsa, 2010. Since 2010.
Gowing, Glyn T.
Chair, Global Computing
Associate Professor of Computer Science
B.S., University of the State of New York, 1997; M.S., Nova Southeastern University, 2002; Doctor of Philosophy, Nova Southeastern University, 2006; Doctor of Chiropractic, Northwestern College of Chiropractic, 1993. Since 2017.
Graham, Van
Dean, School of Business
Professor of Business
B.A., Asbury College, 1966; J.D., Baylor School of Law, 1985. Since 2017.
Green, Matthew G.
Associate Dean, School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Texas A&M University, 1998; M.S., University of Texas at Austin, 2001; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 2004. Since 2005.
Greer, Lori J.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., The University of Texas at Tyler, 1986; M.S.N., Master of Science in Nursing Education, The University of Texas at Tyler, 2006. Since 2017.
Hamilton, Edward L.
Associate Professor of Physics
B.S., Calvin College, 1997; Ph.D., University of Colorado at Boulder, 2003. Since 2012.
Harris, Misti
Assistant Professor of Marketing
B.B.A., Baylor University, 1989; M.B.A., University of North Texas, 1992. Since 2014.
Harriss, Robin G.
Assistant Athletic Director
Instructor of Kinesiology
Men’s Baseball Coach
B.A., Texas Tech University, 1995; M.S., Northeastern State University, 2003. Since 2006.
Hathaway, Bruce A.
Professor of Chemistry
B.S., University of Texas at Austin, 1976; Ph.D., Purdue University, 1980. Since 2010.
Hellings, Richard A., II
Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Science
A.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Aviation Maintenance Technology, 2001, B.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Aviation Technology, 2004, M.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, 2016. Since 2015.
Hilburn, Jodie L.
Assistant Professor of Teacher Education
B.S., Northeast Louisiana University, 1990; M.Ed., Northeast Louisiana University, 1992. Since 2001.
Hood, Michael S.
Vice President for Finance and Administration
Professor of Accounting
M.B.A., Wichita State University; C.P.A., State of Missouri. Since 2009.
Iordache, Marian V.
Professor of Electrical Engineering
B.S., Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Romania, 1996; M.S., Polytechnic University of Bucharest, Romania, 1997; M.S., University of Notre Dame, 1999, Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 2004. Since 2004.
Jacobs, Karen C.
Associate Professor of Business
B.B.A., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1986; M.B.A., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1988. Ph.D. Northcentral University, 2011. Since 2010.
Jacobs, Wayne J.
Professor of Kinesiology
B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1985; M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1988; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 1994. Since 2001.
Johnson, Jeffrey D.
Chair, Department of Engineering Technology
Assistant Professor, Engineering Technology
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1994. M.S., Eastern Michigan University, 2014. Since 2010.
Kim, Hoo
Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering
B.S., Pohang University of Science and Technology, South Korea; 2004; M.S., Pohang University of Science and Technology, South Korea, 2006; Ph.D., The University of Texas at Austin, 2013. Since 2017.
Kim, Joonwan
Professor of Electrical Engineering
B.S., Daegu University, Korea, 1993; M.S., University of Alabama in Huntsville, 1998; Ph.D., University of Alabama in Huntsville, 2003. Since 2003.
Kivisalu, Michael T.
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Michigan Technological University, 2006; Ph.D., Michigan Technological University, 2016. Since 2017.
Knouse, Lois E.
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.A., LeTourneau University, 1967; M.M., University of Tennessee, 1969. Since 1982.
Koblich, Joel W.
Instructor of Electrical Engineering Technology
A.S., University of the State of New York, 1986; B.S., LeTourneau University, 1993; B.S.W.E., LeTourneau University, 1994; .NET Certificate, University of Illinois, 2005. Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Illinois. Since 2010.
Lease, Jered C.
Chief Flight Instructor
Assistant Professor of Flight Science
B.S., University of North Dakota, Aeronautics, 2004, M.S., University of North Dakota, Aviation, 2007. Since 2015.
Lee, Jong Cheon
Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.S., Hanyang University, 1997, M. Div., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2005. M.A.MFT, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2008, M.A., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2009, Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2013. Since 2015.
Leiffer, Paul R.
Professor of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering
B.A., State University of New York at Buffalo, 1968; B.S.E.E., State University of New York at Buffalo, 1968; M.S., Drexel University, 1973; Ph.D., Drexel University, 1977. Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Texas. Since 1979.
Lett, Jonathan Ellsworth
Co-Director of Outreach for Passage and Teaching Fellow
Assistant Professor of Theology
B.A., Cedarville University, 2008; M.Div., Duke University Divinity School, 2012; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Scotland (expected summer 2016). Since 2016.
Liebengood, Kelly D.
Dean, School of Theology and Vocation
Director, Honors College
Associate Professor of Theology
B.S., San Jose State University, 1993; M.A., University of Kansas, 1998; M.Div., 2002; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Scotland, 2011. Since 2009.
Lichtenberg, Byron K.
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Sc.B., Brown University, 1969; M.S., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1975; Sc.D., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1979. Since 2013.
Low, Darryl D.
Associate Professor of Civil Engineering
B.S., Texas Tech University, 2004; M.S., Texas Tech University, 2006; Ph.D., Texas Tech University, 2010. Since 2012.
Mason, Steven D.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Professor of Theology
B.B.A., Baylor University, 1998; Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary, 2002; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Scotland, 2006. Since 2006.
Mays, Patrick E.
Campus Pastor
Passage Programming Director
Professor of Christian Ministries
B.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1983; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1989; Th.M., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1994; Ph.D., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1999. Since 2003.
Moland, Mark G.
Chair, Global Criminal Justice Programs
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
B.S., U. S. Coast Guard Academy, 1994, Master of Public Policy, Duke University, 2004, 27 Graduate Hours, Certificate of Christian & Classical Studies, Knox Theological Seminary, 2014. Since 2015.
Niemi, Alan D.
Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology
B.S., Lake Superior State College, 1981; M.S., Illinois Institute of Technology, 1985. Since 2004.
Olson, Craig S.
Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
B.S., United States Air Force Academy, Colorado, 1982; M.S., Boston University, 1990; M.A., Naval War College, Newport, RI, 1999; USAF Test Pilot School, Diploma, 1991; Air Commander Staff College, Diploma, 1995. Since 2017.
Ortiz, Oscar L.
Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering
B.S., West Virginia University, 1989; M.S., Northeastern University, 1991. Since 2002.
Ostendorff, Daniel A.
Assistant Professor of History, Criminal Justice and Political Science
B.A., John Brown University, 2007; M.A., Queens University of Belfast, 2009; D. Phil, Cross College, University of Oxford, expected May 2018. Since 2013.
Page, James M.
Assistant Chief Flight Instructor
Instructor of Flight Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1999. Since 2015
Payton, Karl E.
Associate Vice President for Accreditation and Quality Assurance
Professor of Communication Studies
B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University, 1976; M.A., Western Kentucky University, 1994, Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 2011. Since 2002.
Poelman, Matthias D.
Professor of Aeronautical Science
A.S., Aviation Technology, LeTourneau University, 1978; B.S., Cardinal Stritch University, 2003; M.S., Embry Riddle University, 2007; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings, Private Pilot, Inspection Authorization and Designated Mechanic Examiner. Since 2004.
Quiett, Jeffrey S.
Director of Clinical Training
Professor of Psychology
B.A., Samford University, 1992; M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1995; Ph.D. New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1999. Since 2013.
Quiett, Kimberly J.
Dean, School of Nursing
Professor of Nursing
B.S., Samford University, 1992; M.S., University of South Alabama, 1994; Ph.D., Louisiana State University, 2006. Since 2013.
Reese, Norman C.
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1991; M.E., University of Colorado, 1997; Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Colorado. Since 2010.
Ritchey, Fred L., Jr.
Dean, College of Aviation and Aeronautical Science
Professor of Aeronautical Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1980; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1990; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings; Inspection Authorization. Since 1985.
Rothfus, Edward D.
Missionary-in-Residence
B.S., Asbury College, 1981; M.Ed., Alfred University, 1994. Since 2017
Rose, Daniel L.
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1990; M.S., Rochester Institute of Technology, 1991; M.S., Iowa State University, 1994. Since 2013.
Roudkovski, Melanie B.
Vice President for Global Operations
Dean, College of Health Sciences
Professor of Psychology
B.G.S., Louisiana State University, 1997; Th.M., MAMFC, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1999; Ph.D.; New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2004. Since 2005.
Roudkovski, Viktor P.
Chair, Department of Theology
Professor of Theology
B.A., Blue Mountain College, 1996; M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1998; Th.M., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2003; Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2004. Since 2008.
Rouse, Kenneth A.
Associate Professor of Computer Science
A.A., Christ for the Nations, Dallas, Texas, 1985; B.S., South Dakota State University, 1982; M.S., Tarleton State University, 1998; Ph.D., Auburn University, 2009. Since 2009.
Rowe, Beverly J.
Associate Professor of Accounting
B.A., University of Houston, Clear Lake, 1981; M.S.M., Purdue University, 1994; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 2000. Since 2015.
Sasaki, Kotaro
Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering
B.S., Osaka University, Japan, 1989; M.A., University of Texas at Austin, 1997, Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 2004. Since 2014.
Schubarth, Ruedi
Instructor of Aeronautical Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2008. Since 2014.
Scroggins, T. David
Professor of Aeronautical Science
B.S., Moody Bible Institute, 1991; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1996; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating, Designated Mechanic Examiner. Since 1992.
Sharpe, Jesse D.
Director of Writing Center
Assistant Professor of English
B.A., English Literature, Simpson College, 2004; M.S., Library and Information Science, Drexel University, 2007; Ph.D., English Literature, University of St. Andrews, 2012. Since 2016.
Sheafer, Vicki L.
Chair, Undergraduate Psychology Programs
Professor of Psychology
B.S., Union College, 1990; M.A., Miami University, 1992; Ph.D., Miami University, 1994. Since 1994.
Starrett, Steven K.
Dean, School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Professor of Civil Engineering
B.S., Missouri University of Science & Technology, 1989; M.S., Iowa State University, 1992; Ph.D., Iowa State University, 1994; P E., D.WRE, FASCE, F.EWRI. Since 2017.
Starrett, Shelli K.
Professor of Electrical Engineering
B.S., University of Missouri-Rolla, 1988; M.S., University of Missouri-Rolla, 1990; Ph.D. Iowa State University, 1994. Since 2017.
Stephens, Kathy E.
Chair, Department of Teacher Education (Residential)
Professor of Teacher Education
B.S.H.E., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1979; M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1989; Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 2007. Since 2001.
Tallon, Luke B.
Direcor of Theology, Passage Institute for Youth and Theology
Associate Professor of Theology
B.A., Pepperdine University, 2001; M.Div., Pepperdine University, 2004; M.A., Pepperdine University, 2005; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, 2010. Since 2013.
Taylor, James E.
Director of Fine Arts
Associate Professor of Fine Arts
B.A., Florida Atlantic University, 1977; M.A., University of Miami, 1982; Doctoral of Musical Arts, University of Alabama, 2012. Since 2017.
Taylor, Judy M.
Professor of Mathematics
B.S., East Texas Baptist University, 1976; M.Ed., Texas A&M University at Texarkana, 1990; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 2006. Since 1997.
Teel-Borders, Julie K.
Coordinator of Field Experience
Professor of Education
B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1981; M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1984; Ph.D., Indiana University, 2000. Since 2005.
Tesser, David J.
Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1995; M.S. Delta University, 2016. Since 2014.
Tixier, John
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology
B.S., University of Wisconsin - Platteville, 1984; M.S. University of California – Berkley, 1986. Since 2016.
Trogdon, Duane A.
Professor of Kinesiology
B.A., Southwest Baptist College, 1973; M.S., Pittsburg State University, 1974; Ed.D., University of Arkansas, 1985. Since 2004.
Warnemeunde, Kraig L.
Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering
B.S., Civil Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit Michigan, 1998; M.S., Civil Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, 2001, Ph.D., Civil Engineering with minor in Mechanical Engineering, Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, 2006. Global Scholars (placing Christian professors internationally). Visiting Professor, Instituto Technologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Guadalajara Campus, Mexico, Department of Civil Engineering in the School of Engineering, Architecture and Health. Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Michigan. Since 2016.
Wesley, Curtis L.
Associate Professor of Mathematics/Statistics
B.S., Louisiana Tech University, 2003; Ph.D., Texas Tech University, 2008. Since 2011.
Wharton, Robert B.
Professor of Business
B.S., Texas A&M University, 1977; M.A., Washington State University, 1980; Ph.D., Washington State University, 1983. Since 2008.
Williams, Lesley-Anne
Assistant Professor of Literature and Language Arts
B.A., Baylor University, 2004, M.Phil., University of Cambridge, 2005, Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 2011. Since 2015.
Wooden, Bradley S.
McKinney Site Director and Chair
Assistant Chief Flight Instructor
Professor of Flight Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1997; M.S., Delta State University, 2008; FAA Certificates: Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings, Advanced Ground Instructor, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Airplane, Airline Transport Pilot, Flight Instructor: Multi-engine, Single Engine and Instrument Airplane, Master Instructor Designation, 2008. National Intercollegiate Flying Association Faculty Coach. Since 2005.
Adjunct Faculty
A | B | C | D | E | F | G | H | I | J | K | L | M | N | O | P | Q | R | S | T | U | V | W | X | Y | Z
Agee, James
Organizational Studies
Ph.D., State University of New York
Andrews, Brett
Business Administration
Ph.D., Walden University
Arnold, Jamie
Educational Psychology
Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin
Aycock, Shirley
Nursing
Ph.D., Rush University
Baldwin, Rickie
Business Administration
Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University
Balog, J. Kevin
Adult Continuing Education
Ed.D, Northern Illinois University
Barber. Frederick
Strategic Leadership
D.S.L., Regent University
Bourne, Bea
Organizational Leadership
D.M., University of Phoenix
Brown, Allen
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Texas A & M University
Brown, Robert
Economics
Ph.D., University of Houston
Carlson, Fredric J.
Accounting
Ph.D., Saint Louis University
Carroll, III, William
Evangelism & Church Growth
Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Cline, Lessina
Health Administration
Ph.D., University of Phoenix
Coleman, Troy
Higher Education
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Collins, Gustina
Electrical Engineering
Ph.D., Virginia Tech University
Cross, Thomas
Modern European History
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Daughtery, David
Law
J.D., South Texas College of Law
Davenport, Marvin
Philosophy
Ph.D., Trinity Theological Seminary
Davis, Annie
English
Ph.D., Baylor University
Driver, Robert
Finance and Management
Ph.D., University of Texas
Duckworth, Allison
Science Education/Biology Educ
Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi
Elacqua, Tina
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Ph.D., Central Michigan University
Evan, Debra Cay
Reading
Ph.D., University of Georgia
Farlow, Matthew
Theology and Literature
Ph.D., University of St. Andrews
Felps, Maryann
Humanities
Ph.D., UT Arlington
Fitzhugh, Melissa
Law
J.D., Southern Methodist University
Fontaine, Barry
Entrepreneurship/Leadership
Ph.D., Dallas Baptist University
Fontenot, Linda
Human & Organizational Behavior
Ph.D., The Union Institute
Graff, R. William
Electrical Engineering
Ph.D., Purdue University, Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas.
Graham, Ernest
Educational Ministry
Ph.D., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Green, Carol
History
Ph.D., Texas Tech University
Grover, Tomi
Educational Ministries/Social Work
Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Halupa, Colleen
Curriculum and Instruction
Ed.D., University of West Florida
Hammond, Lois
Management
D.B.A., Nova Southeastern University
Harman, John
Old Testament
Ph.D., Dallas Theological Seminary
Harvey, Carolyn
Nursing
Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington
Hattaway, Karen
English
Ph.D., Rice University
Hawkins, Frank
Congregational Development
D.Min., Seabury-Western Theological Seminary
Hendrix, Elaine
Curriculum & Instruction
Ed.D., University of Houston
Holt, Barbara
Curriculum & Instruction
Ed.D., University of Houston
Holt, Jason A.
Business Law
J.D., Baylor School of Law.
Holt, Roger
Business Administration
D.B.A., Nova Southeastern Univ
Howard, Kenneth
Management
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Hoyt, JoAnna
Philosophy, Old Testament
Ph.D., Dallas Theological Seminary
Hudson, Robbie
Law
J.D., Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
Hughes, Kevin
Organizational Management
Ph.D., Capella University
Izard, Ernest
New Testament Interpretation
Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Jackson, Kendra
Psychology
Ph.D., Walden University
Jessen, Richard
Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D., University of Southern California
Johnson, Robert
Law
J.D., Indiana University
Kaiser, Donald
Law
J.D., University of Dayton
Kennard, Douglas
Rural Sociology
Ph.D., Ohio State University
Koppenhoefer, Kyle C.
Civil Engineering
University of Illinois
Kubricht, Paul
History/Political Science
Ph.D., Ohio State University
Lemler, Bradley
Economics
Ph.D., Indiana University
Levesque, Donna
Public Health/Epidemiology
Ph.D., Walden University
Lim, Mee-Gaik
Marriage & Family Therapy
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
Master, “Janie” Devyani
Business Management
Ph.D., Capella University
Matthews, Warren
Economics
Ph.D., Texas A&M University
May, Gary
Leadership
Ed.E., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
McClelland, Edward
Agricultural Economics
Ph.D., University of Florida
McKenzie, Carol
Educational Administration
Ph.D., University of North Texas
McIllwain, Jeffrey
Administration of Criminal Justice
Ph.D., Penn State University
Michelon, Gianantonio
Education
Ph.D., University of the Incarnate Word
Modisette, Barbara
Special Education
Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce
Montengro Martin, Marta
Law
J.D., Baylor University
Morris, Leah Michelle
Higher Education
Ed.D., Texas Tech University
Morton, Joshua
Medicine/Healthcare
M.D., Xavier University School of Medicine
Nash, Douglas
Marketing
D.B.A., Northcentral University
Neal, Laura
Management and Organizational Leadership
D.M., University of Phoenix
Nedbalek, Kami
Law
J.D., Texas Tech University School of Law
Nelson, Bret
Law
J.D., South Texas College of Law
Pardo, Travis
Church-State Studies
Ph.D., Baylor University
Parker, James
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
Parker, Nancy
Reading
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
Parks, Ashley
Public Health
DPH, University of California, Los Angeles
Parnell, John
Modern European History
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Petty, Michael, III
Business Leadership
D.S.L., Regent University
Pfohl, Rick
Business Leadership
D.S.L., Regent University
Porter, Stephen
Theology
D.Min., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Powers, Kathleen
Economics
Ph.D., University of Houston
Presley, Stephen
Divinity
Ph.D., University of St. Andrews
Reeder, David
Theology
Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary.
Richey, Patricia
Supervision & Curriculum
Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce
Rial-Baker, Donna
Doctor of Ministry
D.Min, Houston Graduate School of Theology
Robbins, David
Computer Engineering
Ph.D., University of Alabama
Roinila, Mika
Geography
Ph.D., University of Saskatchewan
Roskoski, Lois
Educational Administration
Ph.D., University of Missouri
Running, Peter
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Texas A & M University
Sam, Paul
Organization and Management
Ph.D., Capella University
Sanders, C. John
Law
J.D., South Texas College of Law
Sandlin, Michael
Law
J.D., Baylor University
Scalen, Walt
Counseling
Ed.D. Argosy University
Scherrer, Phillip
Marketing
Ph.D., Michigan State University
Scholl, John
History
Ph.D., University of California
Scott, David
Public Affairs
Ph.D., University of Texas at Dallas
Shoemaker, Judy
Child & Youth Studies
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
Sistelos, Antonio
Curriculum & Instruction
Ph.D., Indiana State University
Smallwood, Patricia
Organizational Leadership
D.M., University of Phoenix
Smith, Jennifer
Law
J.D., William Mitchell College of Law
Smith, Stephen
Law
J.D., University of Houston
Smith, William August
Business Administration
Ph.D. University of Texas at Austin
Solganick, Harvey
Humanities, Rhetoric & Philosophy
Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington
Spangenburg, Janice
Business
Ph.D., Regent University
Staples, Michele
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Texas A & M University
Stewart, JoAnna “Lisa”
Leadership in Higher Education
Ph.D., Capella University
Strickland, Denise
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Oral Roberts University
Strong, David
Applied Management
Ph.D., Walden University
Swersey, Richard
Industrial Engineering
Ph.D., University of California at Berkley
Taylor, Charles
History
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Taylor, Shonda
Health Management & Leadership
D.B.S., California Intercontinental University
Tevis, Jay E.
Computer Science and Mathematics
Ph.D., Auburn University.
Tew, E. James
Education
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
Thirtle, Mike
Policy Analysis
Ph.D., Rand Graduate School
Thompson, Judy
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Baylor University
Tilly, Rhonda
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Baylor University
Van Hamme, Jerry
Law
J.D., University of Missouri
Voges, Linda
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Baylor University
Waldo, Doug
Business Management
D.B.A., University of Sarasota
Ward-Johnson, Alice
Specialization in K-12 Studies
Ph.D., Capella University
Watwood, Rosie Murlene
Vocational Technology
Ed.D., Texas A&M University
Webb, Rickey
Theology
D. Min., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
White, Jeffrey
Couple and Family Therapy
Ph.D., Drexel University
Williams, Danielle
Higher Education Administration
Ed.D., Argosy University
Williams, Everett
Administrative Leadership
Ed.D., North Texas State University
Williams, George Willis, III
Theology
Ph.D., Religion, Baylor University
Woods, Quentin
Educational Leadership
Ed.E., Stephen F. Austin State University
Zidermanis, Audris
Nutrition
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
Professor Emeritus
Dr. Yoni Adonyi, Emeritus Professor of Materials Joining Engineering. Since 2017.*
Dr. Larry A. Anderson, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics. Since 2017.
Dr. Stephen Armstrong, Emeritus Professor of Computer Science. Since 2013.
Dr. Martin B. Batts, Emeritus Professor of Literature and Language Arts. Since 2016.
Dr. Kenneth R. Durham, Jr., Emeritus Professor of History. Since 2001.
Mr. S. Roger Erickstad, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics. Since 2011.
Dr. John Feezell, Emeritus Professor of Business. Since 2015.
Dr. Hobert Farrell, Emeritus Professor of Biblical Studies. Since 2003.
Mr. Joe Gaiser, Emeritus Associate Professor of Design Technology. Since 2011.
Dr. William R. Graff, Emeritus Professor of Electrical Engineering. Since 2011.
Dr. Richard E. Johnson, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry. Since 2009.
Dr. A. Paul Kubricht, Emeritus Professor of History/Political Science. Since 2015.
Mr. Joe B. McGraw, Emeritus Professor of Mathematics. Since 1992.
Dr. Kenneth Roden, Jr., Emeritus Associate Professor of Mathematics. Since 2006.
Dr. Dannie J. Tindle, Emeritus Professor of Business. Since 1998.
* The year in which emeritus status was awarded
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