LeTourneau University administration, faculty, and staff are united in supporting the University’s mission. This directory lists people who are committed to that calling.
LeTourneau Trustees
Mr. Patrick Bertsche; President, Manufacturing Company, Illinois
Mr. Phil Burks; CEO, Communications Company, Texas
Mr. Tom Burt; Retired Executive V.P., Aviation Company, Michigan
Mrs. Michele Charles; President, Education Consulting Company, Texas
Mr. Dan DiFrancesco; Owner, Business Consultant Company, New York
Mr. Curt Fitchett; Chief Engineer, Aircraft Industry, Pennsylvania
Mr. Eugene Frost; Foundation Administrator, Private High School, Illinois
Mr. Roger Kieffer; Higher Ed Consultant, Tennessee
Mr. Loren Leman; Engineer, Alaska
Dr. Dale A. Lunsford; University Chancellor, Texas
Mr. L.V. “Bud” McGuire; Management Consultant, Texas - Trustee Emeritus
Dr. Larry Mercer; Executive Coach, Consulting Company, Texas
Mr. Michael Moss; President, Manufacturing Company, Texas
Mr. Jason Muehlhoff; Attorney, Texas
Mrs. Nikita Mumphrey; Principal, Longview ISD, Texas
Mr. Jim Nolt; Consultant, Retired Owner and V.P.; Manufacturing Company, Pennsylvania
Mr. Cy Oatridge; CEO, Security Company, Washington
Mr. Rogers Pope, Jr.; Banker, Texas
Mrs. Julia Reed; Independent Contractor, Retired Lieutenant Colonel USAF, Texas
Dr. John Ross; Retired Endodontist, 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, Manufacturing Corporation, Arizona
Mr. Wayne Steege; Director, Aerospace and Defense Technologies Company, Minnesota
Mr. Don Stephens; Retired Founder & CEO, Charity, Texas
Mrs. Ladina Wingert; Consultant, Kentucky – Alumni Representative
Officers of the Board of Trustees
Mr. Roger Kieffer, Chair
Mr. Pat Bertsche, Vice Chair
Mr. Tom Burt, Secretary
Mr. James Schreder, Treasurer
Dr. Steven D. Mason, President
Administrative Officers
Dr. Steven D. Mason, President
Dr. Dale Lunsford, Chancellor
Dr. Ben Caldwell, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
Mrs. Lori Beaty, Vice President for Finance and Administration
Dr. Sherry Chance, Vice President for Campus and Community Engagement
Mr. Alan Clipperton, Vice President for Global Initiatives and Industry Engagement
Dr. Don Egle, Vice President for Enrollment, Marketing and Communications
Mr. Ken Johnson, Chief Information Officer
Dr. Kristy Morgan, Vice President for Student Affairs
Dr. Tim Sceggel, Vice President and Director of Athletics
Mr. Jonathan Wilcoxson, Chief of Staff
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
Abbott, Kevin
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.S., University of South Carolina, 2001; M.S., Texas A&M Unviersity, 2003; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 2007. Since 2024.
Anson, Scott J.
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, On Campus 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, Online Education
Professor of Education
B.A., 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.
Professor of Biology
BVM, Makerere University, Uganda. 1994; M.Sc. University of Nairobi, Kenya, 1999; Ph.D., University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2005. Since 2012.
Ball, Steven L.
Chair, Physics
Professor of Physics
B.S., Baker University, 1984; Ph.D., University of Kansas, 1989. Since 2001.
Barrett, John C.
Chair, Humanities and Social Sciences
Associate Professor of Political Science
B.S., Georgetown University, 1995; M.A. Johns Hopkins University, 1999; Ph.D., Baylor University, 2012, Religion. Since 2015.
Blevins, Deborah
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.A., University of the Cumberlands, 2015; M.A., University of Kentucky, 2018; Ph.D., University of Kentucky, 2021. Since 2021.
Brown, T. Aaron
Director of the Writing Center
Associate Professor of English
B.A., Wheaton College, 2013; M.F.A., University of Maryland, 2015. Since 2019.
Bynum, Jacqueline J.
Collection Development Librarian
Assistant Professor of Teacher Education
B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2011; M.S.L., University of North Texas, 2019. Since 2019.
Caldwell, Benjamin W.
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Clemson University, 2007; M.S., Clemson University, 2009; Ph.D., Clemson University, 2011. Since 2012.
Chance, Sherry A.
Vice President for Campus and Community Engagement
Associate Professor of Business
B.Ed., University of Alaska, 1984; M.Ed., University of Southern Mississippi, 1992; Ed.D., University of Alabama, 2017. Since 2017.
Channon, Scott A.
Instructor of Applied Aviation Science
A.S., LeTourneau University, 1993; B.S., LeTourneau University, 1993. Since 2021.
Chase, Bruce A.
Chair, Department of Flight Science
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
Associate 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.
Dai, Tao
Kielhorn Professor of Welding and Materials Joining Engineering
Assistant Professor, Welding and Materials Joining Engineering
B.S., University of Science and Technology Beijing, 2010; M.S., RWTH Aachen University, Germany, 2013; Ph.D., Ohio State University, 2018. Since 2022.
Davis, Andrew F.
Chair, Mechanical Engineering
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering,
A.S.-T. Science Transfer, Spokane Falls Community College, 2000; B.S., University of Idaho, 2012; M.S., University of Washington at Seattle, 2015; Ph.D., University of Washington at Seattle, 2020. Since 2018.
Davis, Rachel
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Texas at Tyler, 2014; M.S.N., University of Texas at Tyler, 2022. Since 2022.
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.
Dyer, Scott D.
Associate Professor of Biology
B.S., Iowa State University, 1983; M.S., Iowa State University, 1986; Ph.D., University of North Texas,1991. Since 2018.
Eberle, R. Scott
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.A., Rice University,1981; M.A., Columbia University, NY, 1983; Certificate, Bible, Columbia Biblical Seminary, SC, 1991; M.Ed., University of Texas at Austin, 1989; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 2011. Since 2021.
Emig, Kimberly
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2014; M.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2022. Since 2023.
Fasol, Malinda S.
Chair, Graduate Counseling Program
Professor of Counseling
Core Faculty, Department of Counseling
B.A., William Jewell College, 1993; M.A., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2001; Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2010. Since 2013.
Feenstra, Todd
Instructor of Applied Aviation Sciences
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2009. Since 2022.
File, Chad L.
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, 2008; B.S., Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, 2009; M.S., Washington University at St. Louis, 2011; Ph.D., Washington University at St. Louis, 2013. Since 2018.
Fortier, Sean M.
Associate Dean, College of Aviation and Aeronautical Science
Professor of Applied Aviation 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.
Gowing, Glyn T.
Chair, Online Computing Programs
Professor of Computer Science
B.S., University of the State of New York, 1997; M.S., Nova Southeastern University, 2002; Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University, 2006; Doctor of Chiropractic, Northwestern College of Chiropractic, 1993. Since 2017.
Gowing, JoLin
Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., Clemson University, 1986; M.S. Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1988. Since 2020.
Green, Matthew G.
Associate Dean, School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Interim Chair, Department of Welding and Materials Joining Engineering
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, 2005. Since 2005.
Hamilton, Edward L.
Professor of Physics
B.S., Calvin College, 1997; Ph.D., University of Colorado at Boulder, 2003. Since 2012.
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.
Hellings, Richard A., II
Chair, Department of Applied Aviation Science
Associate Professor of Applied Aviation Science
A.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 2001; B.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 2004; M.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 2016. Since 2015.
Hilburn, Jodie L.
Associate Professor of Teacher Education
B.S., Northeast Louisiana University, 1990; M.Ed., Northeast Louisiana University, 1992; Ed.S., Northcentral University, 2020. Since 2001.
Iordache, Marian V.
Associate 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.
Professor of Management
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.
Chair, Department of Biology and Kinesiology
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.
Jiang, Hanwan
Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering
B.S., Chang’an University, 2002; M.S., Chang’an University, 2005; Ph.D., New Mexico State, 2017. Since 2021.
Johnson, Amber E.
Director of Engineering Outreach
Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2016; M.S., LeTourneau University, 2018. Since 2023.
Johnson, Benjamin J. M.
Honors College Director
Professor of Theology and Vocation
B.A., Trinity Western University, 2005; M.A., Multnomah University, 2007; M.Th., Western Seminary, 2009; Ph.D., University of Durham, 2012; PGD, University of Oxford, 2016. Since 2018.
Johnson, Jeffrey D.
Chair, Department of Engineering Technology
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1994; M.S., Eastern Michigan University, 2014. Since 2010.
Junqueira, M. Isabella
Professor of Marketing and Entrepreneurship
B.S., University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center,1985; M.S., Ecole Superieure de Commerce/Burgundy School of Business, 2013; Ph.D., Lancaster University Management School, 2019. Since 2021.
Keel, Martha M.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Texas at Tyler, 1988; M.I.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2003; M.S.N., University of Phoenix, 2016. Since 2019.
Kim, Hoo
Associate 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
Chair, Department of Biomedical Electrical and Computer Engineering
Professor of Electrical Engineering
B.S., Daegu University, Korea, 1993; M.S., University of Alabama at Huntsville, 1998; Ph.D., University of Alabama at Huntsville, 2003. Since 2003.
Krause, Cory A.
Chair, Department of Mathematics
Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2010; M.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2012; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 2018. Since 2018.
Laster, Laura J.
Associate Professor of Flight Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2004; M.S., Delta State University, 2019. Airline Transport Pilot, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Airplane, Flight Instructor Multi-engine, Single Engine and Instrument Airplane, Aircraft Dispatcher, Advanced Ground Instructor. Since 2019.
Lett, Jonathan Ellsworth
Associate Professor of Theology
Director of the Faith, Science, and Technology Initiative
B.A. Cedarville University, 2008; M.Div., Duke University Divinity School, 2012; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Scotland. Since 2016.
Liebengood, Kelly D.
Dean, School of Theology and Vocation
Professor of Theology
B.S., San Jose State University, 1993; M.A., University of Kansas, 1998; M.Div., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 2002; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Scotland, 2011. Since 2009.
Low, Darryl D.
Chair, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering
B.S., Texas Tech University, 2004; M.S., Texas Tech University, 2006; Ph.D., Texas Tech University, 2010. Since 2012.
Mason, Steven D.
President
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.
Mauriello, Michael M.
Associate Professor, Christian Ministries
Director of Community Outreach, Staff Training, and Assessment for the Passage Institute for Youth and Theology
Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture, North Carolina State University, 2001; M.Div., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 2005; Ph.D., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 2018. Since 2018.
Mayo, Sandra
Associate Provost for Student Success
Dean of Online Education
Professor of Education
B.A., Rutgers, 1994; M.A., Columbia University, 1996; Ph.D., Claremont Graduate University, 2006. Since 2022.
Mays, Kathleen W.
Dean, School of Business
Professor of Business
B.B.A., University of Texas at Tyler, 1983; M.B.A., Troy State University at Dothan, 1993; D.B.A., Anderson University, 2009. Since 2019.
Mays, Patrick E.
Campus Pastor
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.
McGinnis, Michael J.
Dean, School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering
B.S., University of Connecticut, 1996; M.S., University of Connecticut, 1998; Ph.D., Lehigh University, 2006. Since 2023.
McLoud, Josh
Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., Oklahoma State University, 2012; M.S., Oklahoma State University, 2014; Ph.D., University of Tulsa, 2020. Since 2022.
Miller, Russell
Chair, Teacher Education
Associate Professor of Teacher Education
B.S., West Texas A&M University, 2007; M.Ed., Wayland Baptist University, 2012; Ph.D., Baylor University, 2020. Since 2024.
Moland, Mark G.
Dean, College of Education, Arts, and Sciences
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; D.P.A., California Baptist University, 2019. Since 2015.
Morris, Scott A.
Associate Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 2010; Ph.D., University of Arkansas, 2016. Since 2022.
Mountjoy, Shane
Associate Provost for Academic Administration
Dean of Faculty
Professor of History
A.A., York College, 1988; B.A., Lubbock Christian University, 1990; M.A., University of Nebraska, 1993; Ph.D., University of Missouri at Columbia, 2001. Since 2022.
Nelson, Kristina
Associate Professor of Counseling
Core Faculty, Department of Counseling
B.A., University of Central Florida, 2008; M.A., University of Central Florida, 2011; Play Therapy Certificate, University of Central Florida, 2012; Ph.D., University of Central Florida, 2016. Since 2022.
Olson, Craig S.
Lecturer of Mechanical Engineering
B.S., United States Air Force Academy, 1982; M.S., Boston University, 1990; M.A., Naval War College, 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.
Owens, Preston
Assistant Professor of Applied Aviation Sciences
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2015; M.A., Dallas Baptist University, 2022. Since 2022.
Pessoa, Ezequiel C. P.
Professor of Materials Joining and Welding Engineering
B.S., Federal University of Minas Gerais – UFMG – 2003; M.S., Colorado School of Mines, 2007; Ph.D., Federal University of Minas Gerais – UFMG – 2007. Since 2019.
Phillips, Paul N.
Head Baseball Coach
B.S., Covenant College, 2014; M.S.A., Belhaven University, 2019. Since 2022.
Pool, Nicholas J.
Instructor, Applied Aviation Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2012. Since 2021.
Quiett, Jeffrey S.
Director, Counseling Center
Professor of Psychology and Counseling
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.
Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1991; M.E., University of Colorado, 1997; Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Colorado. Since 2010.
Roller, Robert H.
Calvin Howe Professor of Finance
B.S., Oral Roberts University, 1979; M.B.A., Oral Roberts University, 1986; Ph.D., Oklahoma State University, 1995. Since 2019.
Roudkovski, Viktor P.
On Campus and Online 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.
Professor of Computer Science
A.A., Christ for the Nations at Dallas, 1985; B.S., South Dakota State University, 1982; M.S., Tarleton State University, 1998; Ph.D., Auburn University, 2009. Since 2009.
Rowe, Beverly J.
Professor of Accounting
B.A., University of Houston at Clear Lake, 1981; M.S.M., Purdue University, 1994; Ph.D., Texas A & M University, 2000. Since 2015.
Salami, Yunus D.
Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering
B.Eng., University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, 2002; M.S., Marquette University, 2007; Ph.D., University of Central Florida, 2012; Professional Engineer, State of Wisconsin. Since 2018.
Sasaki, Kotaro
Associate 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.
Sceggel, Timothy S.
Vice President for Athletics
B.S., Covenant College, 2006; M.S., University of Louisville, 2007; Ed.D., University of Alabama, 2018. Since 2022.
Schools, Jordan A.
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology
B.S., Johnson University, 2015; M.S., University of Tennessee at Knoxville, 2019; Ph.D., Johnson University, 2023. Since 2022.
Schools, Joseph
Instructor of Accounting and Finance
B.S., Johnson University, 2018; MBA, Johnson University, 2019. Since 2022.
Schubarth, Ruedi
Assistant Professor of Applied Aviation Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2008; M.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 2018. Since 2014.
Shankle, David A.
Program Chair, Online Business
Professor of Business
B.B.A., Baylor University, 2000; M.A., Wayland Baptist University, 2005; Ph.D., Dallas Baptist University, 2011; Since 2023.
Sheafer, Vicki L.
Dean, School of Psychology & Counseling
Chair, Undergraduate Psychology Programs
Professor of Psychology
B.S., Union College, 1990; M.A., Miami University, 1992; Ph.D., Miami University, 1994. Since 1994.
Shelton, Deena
Director of Clinical Training
Associate Professor of Counseling
Core Faculty, Department of Counseling
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2006; M.A., Stephen F. Austin University, 2009; Ph.D., Walden University, 2018; Since 2023.
Sinni, Ryan G.
Assistant Professor of English
B.A., Union University, 2018; Ph.D., Baylor University, 2023. Since 2023.
Stearns, Katherine
Assistant Professor of English
B.A., Liberty University, 2008; M.A., Liberty University, 2011; M.A., University of Dallas, 2017. Since 2022.
Stewart, Alexander C.
Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies (Old Testament)
B.A., Liberty University, 2010; M.A., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 2014; Ph.D., McMaster Divinity College, 2019; Since 2023.
Stroud, Stephanie
Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Stephen F. Austin University, 2009; M.S.N., Lubbock Christian University, 2012; D.N.P., Chamberlain College of Nursing, 2019. Since 2021.
Tallon, Luke B.
Director, Passage Institute for Youth and Theology
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
Professor of Music
B.A., Florida Atlantic University, 1977; M.A., University of Miami, 1982; Doctoral of Musical Arts, University of Alabama, 2012. Since 2017.
Taylor, Trevor
Instructor of Flight Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 2018. Since 2024.
Tesser, David J.
Dean, College of Aviation and Aeronautical Science
Associate Professor of Applied Aviation Science
B.S., LeTourneau University, 1995; M.A., Delta State University, 2016. Since 2014.
Tixier, John
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology
B.S., University of Wisconsin at Platteville, 1984; M.S. University of California at Berkeley, 1986. Since 2016.
Ware, Shelby
Librarian
Assistant Professor of Teacher Education
B.S., Stephen F. Austin University, 2003; M.L.S., University of North Texas, 2012; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 2023. Adjunct since 2014. Assistant Professor since 2023.
Warnemeunde, Kraig L.
Associate Professor of Civil Environmental Engineering
B.S., Wayne State University, 1998; M.S., Wayne State University, 2001; Ph.D., Wayne State University, 2006; Licensed Professional Engineer, State of Michigan. Since 2016.
Welsh, Josephine
Associate Vice President for Accreditation and Assessment
Associate Professor of Psychology
SACSCOC Institutional Accreditation Liaison
A.B., Muhlenberg College, 1988: M.A., The College of William and Mary, Virginia, 1990; Ph.D., Virginia Commonwealth University, 1995. Since 2024.
Wesley, Curtis L.
Professor of Mathematics/Statistics
B.S., Louisiana Tech University, 2003; Ph.D., Texas Tech University, 2008. Since 2011.
Whittaker, Thomas E.
Assistant Professor of History
B.A., University of Chicago, 2012; M.Div., University of Chicago, 2014; M.A., Harvard University, 2017; Ph.D., Harvard University, 2022. Since 2021.
Willis, Jasmine
Assistant Professor of Counseling
Core Faculty, Department of Counseling
B.S., Troy University, 2012; M.S., Troy University, 2015; Ph.D., Walden University, 2022. Since 2022.
Wooden, Bradley S.
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.
Zhu, Jenny
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
B.S., Beijing Union University, 2008; M.S., Arkansas State University, 2010; Ph.D., Portland State University, 2017. Since 2022.
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
Aborbie, Solomon
Business/Accounting
DBA, Walden University
Agee, James
Organizational Studies
Ph.D., State University of New York
Allen, Stephen
Psychology/Counseling
Ph.D., University of Iowa
Ames, Jimmy
Education
Ed.D., Oklahoma State University
Andrews, Brett
Business Administration
Ph.D., Walden University
Arnold, Jamie
Educational Psychology
Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin
Aycock, Shirley
Nursing
DNP, Rush University
Balfour, Charmaine
Business/Finance
D.B.A., Argosy University
Balog, J. Kevin
Adult Continuing Education
Ed.D, Northern Illinois University
Bandy, Jennifer
Counseling & Psychology
Ph.D., Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Barber. Frederick
Strategic Leadership
D.S.L., Regent University
Barlow, Zach
Civil Engineering
Bazile, Emmanuel
Health Information Systems
Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University
Brooks, Ashley
Psychology and Counseling
Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Brown, Allen
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Texas A & M University
Brown, Robert
Economics
Ph.D., University of Houston
Cabe, Kevin
Business/Accounting
D.B.A., North Central University
Carroll, III, William
Evangelism & Church Growth
Ph.D., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Coleman, John L.
Psychology & Counseling
M.Div., Southern Methodist University
M.A., Texas A&M University
Coleman, Troy
Higher Education
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Collins, Gustina
Electrical Engineering
Ph.D., Virginia Tech University
Conaway, Roger
Business Management
Ph.D., Bowling Green University
Coppinger, Stanley K.
Literature and Language Arts
Ph.D., Baylor University
Cross, Thomas
Modern European History
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Curry, Andrea
Healthcare Administration
Ph.D., Walden University
Daughtery, David
Law
J.D., South Texas College of Law
Davenport, Marvin
Philosophy
Ph.D., Trinity Theological Seminary
Davis, Brisa
Applied Mathematics
Ph.D., University of Washington
Davis, Catherine
Teacher Education
Ph.D., Walden University
Downey, Carlton
English
Ph.D., Louisiana State University
Duckworth, Allison
Science Education/Biology Educ
Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi
Elacqua, Tina
Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Ph.D., Central Michigan University
Farlow, Matthew
Theology and Literature
Ph.D., University of St. Andrews
Felix, Felix
Psychology and Counseling
Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Felps, Maryann
Humanities
Ph.D., University of Texas Arlington
Fontaine, Barry
Entrepreneurship/Leadership
Ph.D., Dallas Baptist University
Fontenot, Linda
Human & Organizational Behavior
Ph.D., The Union Institute
Gabrielson, Jeremy
Theology
Ph.D., University of St. Andrews
Gonzalez, Lauren
Early Childhood Education
Ed.D., University of North Texas
Gordon, Jean
Human Resource Mgmt.
D.B.A., Nova Southeastern University
Gough, Sarah
Nursing
MSN, Texas Woman’s University
Graham, Ernest
Educational Ministry
Ed.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
D.Ed.Min., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Green, Nathan
Professor of Practice of Electrical Engineering
Ph.D., University of Texas
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
Harclerode, Scott
Physics
M.S., University of Kansas
Harman, John
Old Testament
Ph.D., Dallas Theological Seminary
Hattaway, Karen
English
Ph.D., Rice University
Hawkins, Frank
Congregational Development
D.Min., Seabury-Western Theological Seminary
Haynes, Shawishi
Healthcare Administration/Organizational Change & Leadership
Ed.D., University of Southern California
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
Hood, Renate
Church History
Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
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
Hugg, James
Physics
Ph.D., California Institute of Technology
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
Johnson, Robert
Law
J.D., Indiana University
Kadrie, Mountasser
Healthcare Administration
Ph.D., Capella University
Kennard, Douglas
Rural Sociology
Ph.D., Ohio State University
Koppenhoefer, Kyle C.
Civil Engineering
University of Illinois
Lemler, Bradley
Economics
Ph.D., Indiana University
Lewings, Rosalind
Healthcare Administration
D.H.A., University of Phoenix
Lim, Mee-Gaik
Marriage & Family Therapy
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
Lynch, Kimberly
Psychology
Ph.D., Walden University
Master, “Janie” Devyani
Business Management
Ph.D., Capella University
Matthews, Warren
Economics
Ph.D., Texas A&M University
May, Gary
Leadership
Ed.D., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
McKenzie, Carol
Educational Administration
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Miller, Richard
Physics
M.S., Wayne State University
Modisette, Barbara
Special Education
Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce
Montengro Martin, Marta
Law
J.D., Baylor University
Mukasa, Bakali
Health Services - Public Health Policy
Ph.D., Walden University
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
Parnell, John
Modern European History
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Peacock, Kyle
Organizational Leadership/Healthcare Leadership
D.M., University of Phoenix
Pfohl, Rick
Business Leadership
D.S.L., Regent University
Phan, Hieu Jack
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
Porter, Stephen
Theology
D.Min., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Presley, Stephen
Divinity
Ph.D., University of St. Andrews
Ra, Karla Noles
New Testament
Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Ragland, Robin
Mathematics
Ph.D., University of North Texas
Ramsey, Kathleen
Theology
Ph.D., Houston Graduate School of Theology
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
Running, Peter
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Texas A & M University
Sam, Paul
Organization and Management
Ph.D., Capella University
Sampler, Jason
Theology
Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Sasser, Nesa
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Texas A&M University
Scalen, Walt
Counseling
Ed.D. Argosy University
Scherrer, Phillip
Marketing
Ph.D., Michigan State University
Scholl, John
History
Ph.D., University of California
Shetter, Tony
Biblical Studies - Old Testament
Ph.D., Dallas Theological Seminary
Shoemaker, Judy
Child & Youth Studies
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern 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
Strickland, Denise
Educational Leadership
Ed.D., Oral Roberts University
Strong, David
Applied Management
Ph.D., Walden University
Taylor, Charles
History
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Teel-Borders, Julie K.
Education
Ph.D., Indiana University
Tew, E. James
Education
Ed.D., Nova Southeastern University
Thompson, Judy
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Baylor University
Tilly, Rhonda
Educational Administration
Ed.D., Baylor University
Trask, Jeffrey
Community Health
Ph.D., University of Illinois
Tripp, Kimberly
Professional Leadership
Ed.D., University of Houston
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
Warren, Sonja
Early Childhood Education
Ed.D., North Central University
Watson, James
English
Ed.D., English, Texas A&M University, Commerce
Watwood, Rosie Murlene
Vocational Technology
Ed.D., Texas A&M University
Webb, Rickey
Theology
D. Min., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
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
Williams, Jamie
Law
J.D., Vermont Law School
Wilson, Kris
Health Services/Healthcare Administration
Ph.D., Walden University
Woods, Quentin
Educational Leadership
Ed.E., Stephen F. Austin State University
Zeitlow, Terry
Leadership
Ph.D., Andrews University
Zidermanis, Audris
Nutrition
Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University
Professor Emeritus
Dr. Yoni Adonyi, Professor Emeritus of Materials Joining Engineering. Since 2017.*
Dr. Larry A. Anderson, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics. Since 2017.
Dr. Stephen Armstrong, Professor Emeritus of Computer Science. Since 2013.
Dr. Martin B. Batts, Professor Emeritus of Literature and Language Arts. Since 2016.
Mr. Lauren Bitikofer, Professor Emeritus of Flight Science, Since 2019.
Dr. Kenneth R. Durham, Jr., Professor Emeritus of History. Since 2001.
Mr. S. Roger Erickstad, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics. Since 2011.
Dr. John Feezell, Professor Emeritus of Business. Since 2015.
Dr. Hobert Farrell, Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies. Since 2003.
Mr. Joe Gaiser, Associate Professor Emeritus of Design Technology. Since 2011.
Dr. William R. Graff, Professor Emeritus of Electrical Engineering. Since 2011.
Dr. Bruce Hathaway, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry. Since 2022.
Dr. Richard E. Johnson, Professor Emeritus of Chemistry. Since 2009.
Lois Knouse, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics. Since 2021.
Dr. A. Paul Kubricht, Professor Emeritus of History/Political Science. Since 2015.
Dr. Paul Leiffer, Professor Emeritus of Electrical Engineering. Since 2022.
Mr. Joe B. McGraw, Professor Emeritus of Mathematics. Since 1992.
Mr. Fred L. Ritchey Jr., Dean Emeritus, College of Aviation and Aeronautical Science. Since 2023.
Dr. Kenneth Roden, Jr., Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematics. Since 2006.
Dr. Dannie J. Tindle, Professor Emeritus of Business. Since 1998.
* The year in which emeritus status was awarded
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