Jun 02, 2023  
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog

All Faculty


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A

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

B

Bailey, Kaitlin
Instructor
AS, BS-HEAS University of Saint Francis

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

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

Bechill, Michael P.
Associate Professor of Biology, Instructor Coordinator
BS, University of Saint Francis; PhD, University of Toledo College of Medicine

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

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

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

Brinkman, John
Professor of Psychology and Counseling  
BA, Bluffton University; MA, PhD, Ball State University

Bugajski, Ken
Professor of English; Director of the John Duns Scotus Honors Program
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
AA, South Suburban College; BA, Saint Mary’s College; MA, Purdue University Northwest; MSEd, Texas A&M

Burge, Kayla
Instructor of Radiologic Terminology
AS, BS Indiana University

Buttram, Clifford
Assistant Professor 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 

C

Cahill, Michael CPA
Instructor of Financial Services, Program Director of Financial Services
BS, University of Notre Dame

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

Cartwright, Rick
Professor of Art Emeritus
BS, Pembroke State University; MA, MFA, Bowling Green State University

Caudill, Lori
Assistant Professor and Simulation Assistant Director
RN, MSN Nursing University of Virginia

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

Clark, Wendy
Professor of Nursing
RN, BSN, Indiana University; MSN, University of Saint Francis; DNP, University of Miami

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

Cooper, Elaine
Assistant Professor of Psychology, School of Psychology Program Director, School of Psychology Clinical Training Coordinator
BA, University of Indianapolis; MA, PhD, Ball State University 

Cowan, Kaitlin
Assistant Professor of Psychology, Director of Simulation and Simulation Specialist
RN, BSN, Coe College 

Cutter, Weston
Associate Professor of English
BA, Gustavus Adolphus College; MFA, Virginia Polytechnic Institute

D

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

E

Edlund, Brittany 
Instructor of Radiologic Technology
RT, (R), (ARRT) MHA, AS, University of Saint Francis; BSBA, Indiana Wesleyan University

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

F

Fransen, Mark
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy Program, Program Director of Physical Therapy
AS, PTA, Saint Francis University; BS, Indiana Wesleyan; MHA, MBA, University of Saint Francis

Fulwider, Miles
Associate Professor of Music Technology, Associate Division Director for Creative Arts, Digital Media Management, Dance Programs Director 
AS, BS, Utah Valley University; MM, New York University, Tonmeister, New York University

G

Gagle, Allison
Instructor of Radiologic Therapy
RT, AS, BS, University of Saint Francis

Gardner, Julie
Assistant Dean for Crown Point, Associate Professor of Biology, Director of the Medical Laboratory Technician and Phlebotomy Programs, USF-Crown Point
BS, MS, MBA, Purdue University

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

Garst, Steven
Assistant Professor of Art, Art Foundations Director
BFA, MA, Ball State University; MFA Miami University

Gernhardt, Phyllis
Associate Professor of History
BA, University of Texas at Tyler; MA, Ball State University; PhD, Bowling Green State University

Geyer, Andrea
Professor of Chemistry, Dean, College of Arts, Sciences and Business 
BA, DePauw University; MS, PhD, University of Michigan

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

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

Giltner, T. Alexander
Assistant Professor of Theology, Theology Program Director
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
Associate Professor, Associate Vice President for Healthcare Relations, Dean, College of Health Sciences
AS, Indiana University; BS, University of Nebraska Omaha; MS, University of Saint Francis; DHSc, A.T. Still University

Heller, Monica
Associate Professor of Psychology and Counseling, Director of BA in Psychology Program, Psychology Course Coordinator
BA, Indiana University; MA, Adler University; PhD, Ball State University

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

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

Holzmer, Sister M. Anita O.S.F.
Instructor in Theology and Franciscan Studies, Assistant Vice President for Mission Integration; Director, Center for Franciscan Life
BSEd, MSEd, University of Saint Francis; Diploma in Franciscan Spirituality, Università Pontificia Antonianum

Hopf, Matthew S.
Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Exerercise Science, Program Director in Kinesiology and Nutrition Faculty, Athletic Representative
BS, University of Saint Francis; DC, Palmer College of Chiropractic

 

I

Ireland, Josiah
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
BA, Harding University; MS, Ph.D, Oklahoma State University

J

Jackson, Holly
Biology Lecturer, Biology Service Coordinator
BS, University of Saint Francis; MS, Indiana University

Jackson, Tiffany
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSED, Univeristy of Saint Francis; BSN, Indiana Wesleyan University; MS, Ball State University

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

Johnson, David
Professor of Nursing
BA, Harding University; MS, Ph.D. Oklahoma State University

K

Karns, Tyler
Associate Professor of Biology
PhD Chiropractic, Parker University

Katugampola, Pushpika
Assistant Professor of Organic Chemistry
BS, University of Sri Jayewardenepura; MS, Southern Illinois University; PhD, Delaware State University

Kirby, Susan
Associate Professor of Business
BA, MA, Bethel University; MBA, University of Notre Dame 

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

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

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

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

L

LaRoche, Gaetano
Associate Professor of Art, Program Director for Art Education, Program Director for Pre-Art Therapy
BFA, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art; MAT, Rhode Island College; Ed.D. Columbia University

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

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

Lewis, Ronald 
Assistant Professor of Marketing, Marketing Program Director, Ph.D., Indiana Institute of Technology
BS, Broadcast Communications; MS Sports Management, Barry University; MBA, University of Saint Francis

Lortie, Heather B.S., R.T. (R) (CT)
Assistant Professor, Program Director of Radiologic Technology
R.T, (R), (CT);  AS, MS University of Saint Francis; BS, Southern New Hampshire University

Lowe, Trisha CST
Clinical Instructor of Surgical Technology
CST, AS, BS University of Saint Francis

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

Lyke, Donna
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, MS, MSN University of Saint Francis

M

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

Maldonado, Jenny S.
Assistant Professor of Biology and Environmental Science
BS, MS University of Saint Francis

Martin, Jane
Professor of Film, Program Director for Communication 
BA, Lenoir Rhyne College; MFA, University of North Carolina-Greensboro

McCorkle, Chelsie
Assistant Professor of English, Writing Center Director
BA, University of Saint Francis; MA, Purdue University

Meyers, Sr. M. Carol
Assistant Professor of Art; Art Foundations Director
BFA, Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design; MA Purdue University; MFA Tyler School of Art, Temple University

Miller, Richard
Instructor of Computer Science
BS, Huntington University

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

N

Nauts, Alan A.
Assistant Professor of Art, Program Director for Graphic Design
BA, MA, University of Saint Francis

Nelson, Nicole
Biology Lecturer, Environmental Program Director
BS, Indiana University; MS, University of Wisconsin

Nolt, Jake
Assistant Professor of Animation, Game & Application Development
BS, The Art Institutes; MFA, Bowling Green State University

O

Oberley, Juanita
Assistant Professor of Education; Director of Special Education (Undergraduate, MSEd, and Transition to Teaching)
Assistant Director to the Division of Education
BSEd, University of Saint Francis; MA, Ball State University; Ed.D. Indiana University

Obringer, Amy R.
Professor of Biology, Pre-Med Program Advisor
BS, University of Saint Francis; PhD, Wright State University

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

P

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

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

Parsley, Tim
Associate Professor of Art, Program Director, Studio Art
BS, Cincinnati Christian University; BFA University of Cincinnati; MA, Cincinnati Christian University; MFA, Miami University Oxford

Pearson, Lewis
Associate Professor of Philosophy, Coordinator of Philosophy
BA, BS, Christian Brothers University; MA, PhD, Baylor University

Peterson, Danielle
Assistant Professor of Social Work
BSW, Huntington University; MSSA, Case Western Reserve University
 
Pillie, Janay
Assistant Professor of Nursing
BSN, Indiana University; MSN, University of Saint Francis

Powers, Valerie
Assistant Professor, Department Director in Kinesiology & Nutrition
ACSM-EP, NSCA-CP, RYT; BS, MS California State University


R

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

Richey, Lance
Professor of Philosophy and Theology, Vice-President of Academic Affairs
BA, Furman University; PhD, Marquette University

Riepenhoff, Mary
Assistant Professor of Education, Director of the Division of Education 
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, Nursing Clinical Director 
BSN, MBA Indiana Wesleyan; MS, Purdue University

Rothgeb, Kelly
Assistant Professor of Education, Director of Undergraduate Field Experiences
AAB, University of Toledo; BS, University of Phoenix; M.Ed, Indiana Wesleyan University

S

Scalf, Leah
Assistant Professor of Nursing, RN-BSN Program Director
BSN, DNP, Indiana University; MSN, University of Indianapolis

Schmidt, Paul
Associate Professor of Physics, Instructor Coordinator
BS, Loyola University; PhD, University of Georgia
 
Schurger, Phillip
Instructor of Music Technology; Director University Jazz Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, Electronic Music Ensemble
BA, MM, Northern Illinois University
 
Shultz, Sheena
Instructor, Director of Clinical Education, Respiratory Therapy Program
AS, Ivy Tech; BS, Trine University
 
Smith, Corey
Assistant Professor, Respiratory Therapy Program Director
AS, Ivy Tech; BS, MBA, University of Saint Francis

Smith, Greg 
Assistant Professor of Accounting, Accounting Program Director
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, Department of Surgical Technology
CST, AS, BA, MBA, University of Saint Francis

Srboniski, Nikolina
Instructor of Radiology Technology
AS, BS, Indiana Unversity
 

Steffes, Annmarie
Associate Professor of English
BA, Ohio University; MA, PhD, University of Iowa

Stehlik, David DSL
Associate Professor of Management and Leadership; Business Administration Program Director
DSL, Regent University; MBA & MHA, University of Saint Francis, B.A., Hillsdale College

Straub, Brittany
Assistant Professor of Education; Director of Master of Arts in Teaching and Transition to Teaching-Seconday Education
BSEd University of Saint Francis; MAT Indiana University, EdD of Education

T

Torlone, Daniel
Professor of Education; Director of Graduate Field Experiences
BA, Marshall University; MEd, Boston University; MEd, University of Alabama; EdD, Teachers College Columbia University; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

U

 

V

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

W

Wade, Cara
Professor of Art 
AAS, Georgia Military College; BA, Armstrong Atlantic State University; MFA, Savannah College of Art and Design

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, Division Director of Sciences
BS, Saint Mary’s College; MS, University of Notre Dame; PhD, Clemson University

Wemhoff, Gregory
Associate Professor of Biology
BS, Purdue University; PhD University of Chicago

Westropp, Lori
Associate Professor of Social Work, Social Work Program and Field Director
BS, Indiana University; MSW, LCSW Loyola University, Chicago

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

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

Winegarden, Megan
Assistant Professor of Nursing
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 and Graduate) and Educational Studies
BA, University of Saint Francis; MA, Ball State University

Y

Yarbough, Kissaoder, Amber
Assistant Professor of Medical Assistant Studies, Medical Assistant Program Director
AS, University of Phoenix; BS, Pima Medical Institute: MS, Colorado Technical University 

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

Z

Emeritus

Avdul, Richard
Professor Emeritus of Education
 
Bard, Gary
Associate Professor Emeritus of Physical Sciences
 
Beam, Teresa A.
Professor Emeritus of Biology
 
Blauvelt, Margaret
Associate Professor Emeritus of Nursing
 
Calvert, Jeanne A.
Associate Professor Emeritus of Biology
 
Camara, Esperanca
Associate Professor Emeritus of Art History 
 
Carl, Jacqueline
Assistant Professor Emerita of Education
 
Chubinski, Sue
Associate Professor Emeritus of Nursing
 

Cartwright, Rick
Professor Emeritus of Art

Clements, Nancy 
Associate Professor Emeritus of Education

Daniel, Rolf
Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Counseling

Deininger, Rita
Assistant Professor Emerita of Nursing

DePew, Renee
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Nursing 

DeYoung, Margaret
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Nursing 

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

Elick, Jean
Professor Emeritus of Chemistry
 
Erickson, Cheryl
Associate Professor Emerita of Mathematics

Gillespie, Nancy
Professor Emeritus of Nursing

Greulich, Carol
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Nursing

Hankee, Nancy
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Education

Hernandez, Ann
Professor Emeritus of Education

Hurley, Richard
Professor Emeritus 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

Luckey, Patricia
Associate Professor Emeritus of Radiology & Technology

Martin, Diane
Professor Emeritus of Physical therapy Studies

Meador, Douglas
Professor Emeritus of Economics

Middleton, Debra
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Nursing

Papier, Maurice
Professor Emeritus of Art 

Penland, Kimberly
Associate Professor Emeritus of 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

Slagle, Elizabeth
Associate Professor Emeritus of Surgical Technology
 
Smith, Matthew
Professor Emeritus of English
 
Spath, Mary
Associate Professor Emerita of Nursing
 
Solon, Mary Kay, Geoffrey
Professor Emeritus of Physical Therapy Assistant
 
Sullivan, Stephen
Professor Emeritus of English
 
Swiss, Jane
Professor Emeritus of Education
 
Tieben, Gary L.
Professor Emeritus of Biology
 
Weissner, Marcie
Professor Emeritus of Nursing
 
Wiedman, Katie MEd
Assistant Professor Emeritus of Kinesiology and Nutrition
 
Wiedman, Lawrence A.
Professor Emeritus of Biology