Jul 25, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

Faculty


Acker, Larry E. (2013)
Professor of Healthcare Management and Department Head, Healthcare Administration/Management
BA, Saint Louis University; MS, Washington University; PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Afful, Stephanie (2014)
Professor of Psychology
BA, Drury University; MS, PhD, Saint Louis University

Alameda, Annie (2007)
Professor of Physical Education and Coordinator, Gymnastics Meets
BS, Illinois State University; MS, Saint Louis University; EdD, Lindenwood University

Albee, Alison J. (2013)
Professor of Biology
BS, Purdue University; PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Aldridge, Amanda (2012)
Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BEd, University of Missouri-Columbia; MEd, University of Missouri-St. Louis; EdD, Lindenwood University

Allen, Robert (2008)
Professor of Management and Associate Dean, Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship
BS, Missouri Valley College; MBA, University of Missouri-Columbia; DBA, Nova Southeastern University 

Anderson, Weston (2024)
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
BS, Utah State University; MCJ, Weber State University; PhD, University of Louisville

Arnone, Kathryn (2021)
Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction and Department Head, Advanced Graduate Programs
BSEd, MA, EdD University of Missouri

Arns, David H. (1999)
Associate Professor of Marketing
BS, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; MS, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

Bagley, Sara (2015)
Professor of Psychology
BA, Westminster College; MS, PhD, Saint Louis University

Banerjee, Gaurango (2013)
Professor of Finance
BEngineering, MS, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, India, MA, MF, PhD, University of Alabama

Baumann, Joe (2024)
Assistant Professor of Writing and Department Head, MFA and Writing
BA, MA, Truman State University; PhD, University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Biri, Colleen (2003)
Senior Professor of Psychology
BA, Southwest Missouri State University; MA, PsyD, Argosy University

Black, Grant (2020)
Associate Professor of Economics and Director, Center of Economic Education
BS, MA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; PhD, Georgia State University

Blum, Erica (2008)
Associate Professor of Art and Design
BFA, Ohio University; MA, Lindenwood University

Blythe, Stephen A. (2009)
Associate Professor of Computer Sciences
BS, University of Delaware; MS, PhD, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Bosnick, James A. (2017)
Associate Professor of Accounting and Department Head
BS, JD, West Virginia University; MBA, LLM, MSBA, Washington University in St. Louis

Brown, David (2000)
Professor of Philosophy
BA, Gordon College; MA, University of Houston; PhD, University of Toronto

Butler, Morgan (2024)
Assistant Professor of Communication
BS, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; MFA, San Francisco State University

Carlos, Peter (2004)
Professor of Cinema Arts
BA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MA, Middlebury College; MFA, Lindenwood University 

Carnes, Geremy (2013)
Professor of English
BA, University of Notre Dame; PhD, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Casarez, Amanda (2021)
Assistant Professor of Fashion Design
BS, University of Hawaii at Manoa; BS, California State University-Stanislaus; MFA, Washington University in St. Louis

Cheng, Haw (2022)
Assistant Professor of Physics
BS, Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus; MS, PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Coble, Kyle (2012)
Professor of Marketing
BS, MIAA, Missouri State University; PhD, Saint Louis University

Coleman, Steve (2011)
Associate Professor of Accounting, Department Head
BS, Saint Louis University; JD, Seton Hall University

Colmo, Emily (2024)
Assistant Professor of History
BA, MA, PhD, University of Missouri-St Louis

Cooper, Benjamin (2014)
Associate Professor of English
BA, Davidson College; MA, Northwestern University; MA, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis

Crow, Lori (2011)
Instructor of Exercise Science
BA, MS, Pittsburg State University 

Cypret-Mahach, Ronda (2016)
Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction and Department Head, Undergraduate Curriculum and Instruction
BS, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MA, EdD, Lindenwood University 

Delgado, Ricardo A. (2006)
Professor of Chemistry
BS, The Texas A&M University; MS, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

DeMartino, Darrell (2017)
Associate Professor of Nursing and Department Head of Nursing
BS, Utah Valley University; BS, MS, Syracuse University; MEd, University of Houston; BS, MS, MSN, Excelsior College; DNP, Madonna University   

Dixon, Lynette (2023)
Assistant Professor of Counseling
BA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; PhD, Capella University 

Donohue, Adam (2013)
Instructor of Music
BM, Berklee College of Music; MA, Washington State University

Donovan, Heather (2017)
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
BA, Pepperdine University; MS, University of New Haven; JD, Washington University in St. Louis

Edele, Susan (2008)
Associate Professor of English
BS, Truman State University; MA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MFA, EdS, Lindenwood University

Egilmez, Gokhan (2022)
Associate Professor of Management
BS, Istanbul Technical University; MS, PhD, Ohio University

Elder, Robyne (2014)
Associate Provost of Academic Effectiveness
BA, University of Missouri-Columbia; MA, EdD, Lindenwood University

Elmes, Melissa (2016)
Associate Professor of English
BA, College of William and Mary; MA, Longwood University; MFA, Lindenwood University; PhD, University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Erickson, Elisabeth (2022)
Associate Professor of Sports Management
BA, Wartburg College; MS, University of Massachusetts Amherst; PhD, University of Iowa

Estlund, Amy (2017)
Associate Professor of Public Health
BS, Marquette University; MPH, Emory University; PhD, Saint Louis University

Firestine Jennifer (2003)
Senior Professor of Chemistry and Department Head, Natural Sciences
BS, Eastern Oregon University; PhD, Arizona State University

Fleitz, Elizabeth (2013)
Professor of English
BS, MA, PhD, Bowling Green State University

Flicek, Tracy (2013)
Senior Instructor of English Preparedness
BA, MA, Lindenwood University

Foushee, Rebecca (2016)
Senior Professor of Psychology
BS, MS, PhD, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Fraser, Jennifer (2010)
Senior Instructor of Chemistry
BA, MS, St. Louis University

Frazier, Andrea (2010)
Associate Professor of Health Management
RN, St. Mary’s College; BS, Sterling College; MS, MBA, EdD, Lindenwood University

Fulcher, Ben (2019)
Assistant Professor of Game Design
BFA, Clemson University; MFA, Ball University 

Godar, Tom (2003)
Associate Professor of Athletic Training and Department Head, Exercise, Health, and Sport Sciences
BS, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; MS, Lindenwood University

Golik, Wojciech L. (2001)
Professor of Mathematics and Associate Dean, Natural Science and Mathematics
BS, MS Poznan University of Technology, Poznan, Poland; MS, PhD, New Mexico State University

Goodman, Brittany (2022)
Assistant Professor of Psychology
BA, University of Missouri-Columbia; MA, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Gossett, Rachael (2013)
Professor of Criminal Justice
BA, MA, PhD, The Ohio State University

Gupta, Nikhil (2016)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
BS, Princeton; PhD, Indiana University

Gustafson, Susan (2015)
Instructor of Kinesiology
BS, Fontbonne University; MS, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville; PhD, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions 

Hanson, Robbie (2021)
Assistant Professor of Behavior Analysis - BCBA
BS, Central Michigan University; MA, Western Michigan University; PhD, Endicott College

Haran, James (2024)
Instructor of Nursing
BS, University of Missouri-St Louis; MS, Webster University

Harding, Michael (2024)
Associate Professor of Theatre and Department Head, Performing Arts
BA, College of William and Mary; MFA, University of Exeter

Harris, Shenika (2014)
Associate Professor of Spanish and Assistant Dean, College of Arts and Humanities
BA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MA, Saint Louis University; PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Harrod, Amanda (2017)
Assistant Professor of Public Health
BA, Washington University in St. Louis; MPH, PhD, Saint Louis University

Harty, Patrick (2022)
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science
BS, MS, Lindenwood University; PhD, Texas Tech University

Hasty, Scott (2014)
Associate Professor of Chemistry
BS, MS, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Hauck, John (2004)
Associate Professor of Physics
BS, Parks College of Saint Louis University; MS, Georgia Institute of Technology; PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia

Hendrix, Evelyn K. (2007)
Associate Professor of Human Resources
BS, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee; MBA, Lindenwood University; MA, PsyD, George Mason University

Hollis, Stuart (2014)
Assistant Professor of Theatre
BFA, Shenandoah College; MFA, Southern Methodist University

Hosto-Marti, Barbara J. (2013)
Associate Professor of Political Science and Department Head, History, International Relations, Public Administration, and Political Science
BA, Illinois College; MPA, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville; MA, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis 

Huang, Zheng (2024)
Instructor of Computer Sciences
BS, University of Minnesota-Crookston; MS, PhD, North Dakota State University-Main Campus

Hutcheson, Jill (2013)
Professor of Curriculum and Instruction and Associate Dean, College of Education and Human Services
BS, University of Missouri-Columbia; MA, EdS, EdD, Lindenwood University

Hutson James (2010) 
Professor of Art History and Department Head, Art History
BA, University of Tulsa; MA, Southern Methodist University; PhD, University of Maryland

Ibele, Michael E. (2011)
Associate Professor of Chemistry
BS, University of North Carolina; PhD, Pennsylvania State University

Jia, Darla (2010) 
Professor of Chemistry 
BS, North Dakota State University; PhD, University of California-Irvine

Johnson, Emilie (1999)
Senior Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BS, MS, Missouri State University; PhD, Saint Louis University

Karraker, Holly (2007)
Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BA, MA, PhD, Saint Louis University

Kaufman, Sara (2024)
Assistant Professor of Communications
BA, San Francisco State University; MS, Portland State University; PhD, Purdue University-Main Campus

Kerksick, Chad (2014)
Associate Professor of Exercise Science and Assistant Dean, Research and Innovation
BS, Truman State University; MS, University of Memphis; PhD, Baylor University 

King, Marilyn (2013)
Associate Professor of Social Work
BS, Tennessee State University; MSW, Howard University; PhD, University of Maryland, Baltimore

Kirk, Daniel (2023)
Dean, College of Education and Human Services and Professor of Education
BA, MA, MAT, University of Sunderland; PhD, University of Georgia

Kristofferson, Brett (2019)
Assistant Professor of Theatre
BM, Missouri State University; MFA, Texas Tech University

Leavitt, Lynda (2009)
Professor of Educational Leadership
BS, Central Missouri State University; BS, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MA, Lindenwood University; MEd, National Louis University; EdD, Saint Louis University

Levin, Kristen (2019)
Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BS, Loyola University-New Orleans; MEd, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Londono, Ana (2015)
Assistant Professor of Earth Sciences
BS, Universidad Nacional de Colombia; MS, PhD, University of Cincinnati

Loughlin, John (2010)
Associate Professor of Finance
BS, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MBA, PhD, Saint Louis University

Mack, Jennifer (2010)
Dean Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship and Professor of Accounting
BS, MEd, University of Central Oklahoma; PhD, Walden University

Marhanka, Darren (2004)
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
AAS, Florissant Valley Community College; BA, MBA, MS, Lindenwood University

Marsh, Meredith (2009)
Professor of Geography
BA, Calvin College; MA, PhD, University of California-Santa Barbara

Martin, Erin (2017)
Professor of Mathematics and Department Head, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Information Technology
BS, Missouri University of Science & Technology; MS, PhD, University of Arkansas

Marzano, Michael P. (2009)
Professor of Management and Department Head
BS, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville; MBA, Saint Louis University; MIM, Washington University in St. Louis; DMgt, Webster University; CPIM, CSCP 

McMaken, W. Travis (2011)
Professor of Religion, Associate Dean, College of Arts and Humanities, and Butler Bible Endowed Chair
BA, Wheaton College; MDiv, PhD, Princeton Theological Seminary

Mead, Beth (2004)
Professor of Writing
BA, MFA, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Melick, Elizabeth (2022)
Assistant Professor of English
BA, Capital University; MA, PhD,Kent State University

Meyer, Shelly (2010)
Professor of International Business
MBA, PhD, St. Louis University

Millians, Andrew (2014)
Associate Professor of Cinema Arts and Department Head, Media, Communications, and Cinema
BA, University of Georgia; MFA, Florida State University

Minor, Lacey (2021)
Assistant Professor of Art and Design
BA, BFA, Lindenwood University; MFA, James Madison University

Nair, Sharmini (2023)
Assistant Professor of Political Science
BA, University of London; MA, University of Malaya; PhD, Colorado State University

Najjar, Annette Juliana (2001)
Professor of Economics
BS, University of West Indies; BEd, University of Toronto; MBA, Millsaps College; PhD, Kennedy-Western University

Nasser, Jr. Mitch (2016)
Associate Professor of Educational Leadership
BA, Saint Louis University; MS, Western Illinois University; PhD, Saint Louis University

Neely, Joshua (2016)
Associate Professor of Biology
BS, Humboldt State University; MS, University of Illinois; PhD, Washington State University

Nicholson, Luke (2021)
Assistant Professor of Accounting
BS, Greenville College; MBA, McKendree University; DBA, Walden University

Noble-Triplett, Deborah (2025)
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
BS, Northwestern University; MA, Wayne State University; PhD, Wayne State University

Nohara-LeClair, Michiko (2002)
Senior Professor of Psychology
BS, University of Toronto; MASc, University of Waterloo; PhD, University of Connecticut

Nolan, Michael (2023)
Associate Professor of Athletic Training
BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; MSEd, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; PhD, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Nunez-Betelu, Maite (2008)
Professor of Spanish
BA, University of Basque Country, Spain; MA, West Virginia University; PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia 

Olsen, Trenton (2020)
Assistant Professor of Art History
BA,MA, Brigham Young University; PhD, The Ohio State University

Panagos, Rebecca Jean (1996)
Senior Professor of Curriculum and Education
BA, MA, Louisiana Tech University; PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia

Pas, Justine (2010)
Professor of English
BA, MA, California State University-Fullerton; PhD, University of Michigan

Patzius, Billi J. (2007)
Senior Professor of Criminal Justice
BA, MA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MA, Lindenwood University; PhD, Saint Louis University

Pavone, Maggie (2018)
Associate Professor of Behavior Analysis - BCBA
BA, Saint Louis University; MS, Capella University; PhD, Grand Canyon University

Peluchette, Joy V. (2013)
Senior Professor of Management
BS, MS, West Virginia University; DBA, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale

Pennington, Heather (2010)
Assistant Professor of Physical Education
BS, Samford University; MA, University of Alabama

Plate, Daniel (2004)
Professor of English
BA, Taylor University; MFA, University of Arkansas; MA, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis

Porter, Renee (2007)
Professor of Management
BS, University of Southern Mississippi; MBA, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville; PhD, Saint Louis University

Purnell, Susan (2023)
Assistant Professor of Counseling and Department Head, Counseling and Social Work
BBA, Florida International University; MA, Webster University; PhD, Walden University

Qualls, Melissa (2002)
Associate Professor of English
BA, Northeast Missouri State University; MA, Truman State University; MFA, Lindenwood University 

Rankins, Michael (2008)
Associate Professor of Counseling
BPsy, MEd, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Ratican, Jeremiah (2014)
Assistant Professor of Game Design
BA, Webster University; MS, University of Advancing Technology 

Richmond, Scott (2016)
Associate Professor of Exercise Science
BS, Truman State University; MS, PhD, University of Kansas

Rodriguez, Robin (2014)
Associate Professor of Earth Sciences
BS, MS, Utah State University; MS, University of Missouri; EdS, University of Florida; PhD, Oklahoma State University

Romero, Gabriela (2012)
Professor of Spanish and Department Head, English, Interdisciplinary Studies and Global Language 
BA, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina; MA, PhD, Washington University in St. Louis

Ryan, Elisabeth (2024)
Instructor of Nursing
BS, Illinois State University; MS, Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Schmickle, Denny (2018)
Associate Professor of Art and Design
BS, College of the Ozarks; MFA, University of Nebraska

Schneider, Karolina (2011)
Professor of Management
BA, MBA, EdD, Lindenwood University

Schnellmann, Ana (1995)
Senior Professor of English
BA, The College of St. Benedict; Graduate Certificate, MA, Ohio University; PhD, Saint Louis University

Scholle, Ben A. (2002) 
Senior Professor of Cinema Arts
BA, Washington University in St. Louis; MFA, American University

Schroeder, Cynthia A. (2010)
Dean, College of Science, Technology, and Health and Professor of Exercise Science
BS, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; MS, Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago; PhD, University of Kansas-Lawrence

Schulte, Janet (2017)
Instructor of Paramedicine
BS, American College of Prehospital Medicine

Sesterhenn, Tim (2024)
Assistant Professor of Biology
BA, Ohio Wesleyan University; PhD, University of Kentucky

Shoff, Catherine (2016)
Associate Professor of Public Health
BS, Santa Clara University; MPH, PhD, Saint Louis University

Silverglate, Mary (2023)
Instructor of Mathematics
BA, University of Chicago; MA, Saint Louis University; MS, Johns Hopkins University

Singer, Robert A. (2009)
Senior Professor of Accounting
BS, MBA, PhD, Saint Louis University; CPA 

Smith, Andrew (2009)
Associate Professor of Communications
BA, MA, Webster University 

Smith, Marcus (2020)
Assistant Professor of History
BA, Anderson University; MA, University of Cincinnati; PhD, Purdue University

Springfield, Janita (2023)
Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
BS, University of Arkansas Pine Bluff; MS, University of Arkansas Fayetteville; PhD, University of Mississippi

Steffes, Bob (2016)
Associate Professor of Educational Leadership and Department Head, Educational Leadership
BS, Truman State University; ME, EdS, PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia

Stoelting, Suzanne (2015)
Professor of Sociology
BA, MA, PhD, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale 

Sunderland, Kyle
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science
BS, MA, California State University-Fresno; PhD, University of Oklahoma

Sweeney, Daniel (2014) 
Associate Professor of Sport Management
BEd, McGill University; MHK, University of Windsor, Ontario Canada; PhD, Florida State University 

Tessmer, Kate (2012)
Senior Professor of Exercise Science and Associate Dean, College of Sciences, Technology and Health
BA, Blackburn College; MSEd, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale; PhD, University of Pittsburgh

Thompson, Tonya (2019)
Assistant Professor of Library Media and Technology
BS, Missouri State University; MS, Missouri Baptist University; MS, Southwest Baptist University; EdD, Maryville University

Torbitzky, Nichole (2014)
Associate Professor of Religion
BA, Truman State University; MDiv, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary; PhD, Claremont Graduate University

Townsend, Maryann (1995)
Professor of Information Systems and Assistant Dean
BA, MBA, MS, EdD, Lindenwood University

Trawick, Chajuana (2012)
Associate Professor of Fashion Design and Endowed Chair Administration
BS, MBA, Fontbonne University; PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia

Tripamer, Alex (2019)
Assistant Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BS, University of Nevada; MA, Lindenwood University; EdS, EdD, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville

Tucciarone, Kristy (2014)
Professor of Advertising and Public Relations
BA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MA, Lindenwood University; PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Vansell, Tara (2014)
Instructor of Geography
MA, Saint Louis University

Vest, Tanya (2021)
Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership
BS, MSE, EdS, Missouri State University; PhD, University of Arkansas

Vogeler, Meridith (2023)
Instructor of Nursing
BS, Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing; MS, MSE,Northwest Missouri State University

Vosevich, Kathi (2019)
Dean of College of Arts and Humanities, and Senior Professor of English
BA, MA, Saint Louis University; PhD, University of Denver 

Weber, Abby (2008)
Senior Instructor of Sports Management
BA, MBA, EdD, Lindenwood University

Weber, Joseph (2014)
Assistant Professor of Art and Design, and Department Head, Art, Production, and Design
MA, MFA, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Weir, Graham (2009) 
Professor of Educational Leadership
BA, Principia College; MA, Truman State University; EdS, PhD, Saint Louis University

Welsh, Chad T. (2010)
Associate Professor of Biology
BS, MS, Middle Tennessee State University; PhD, University of Louisville 

Whitacre, Michelle (2016)
Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BA, University of Notre Dame; MA, University of Notre Dame Australia, MAT, Webster University; EdD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Williams, Rebecca (2016)
Instructor of Biology
BS, University of North Carolina at Wilmington; MS, Florida Institute of Technology; PhD, University of Rhode Island

Winslow, Kevin D. (2011)
Professor of Curriculum and Instruction
BA, Biola University; MEd, PhD, George Mason University

Wintz, Nicholas J. (2011)
Associate Professor of Mathematics
BS, MA, Marshall University; PhD, Missouri University of Science & Technology

Wisdom, Sherrie (2009)
Professor of Educational Leadership
BSE, Truman State University; MA, University of Missouri-St. Louis; MEd, University of Missouri-Columbia; EdS, Webster University; EdD, Lindenwood University

Witherspoon, Pernell (2005)
Senior Professor of Criminal Justice and Department Head, Social and Behavioral Sciences
BS, MA, PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis

Wood, Matthias (2017)
Instructor of Mathematics
BS, Lindenwood University; MS, Missouri University of Science & Technology

Yanar Gurce, Merve (2024)
Assistant Professor of Marketing
BA, Bursa Uludağ University; MA, Marmara University; PhD, Yildiz Technical University

Youngdahl, Shana (2021)
Associate Professor of Writing
BA, Mills College; MFA University of Minnesota; MET, University of Maine

Zweier, Tricia (2011)
Associate Professor of Dance
BS, Richard Stockton College of New Jersey; MFA, MS, University of North Carolina-Greensboro