Faculty
Jonathan Kulaga, 2022, President of the University
B.A., 1984 Spring Arbor University
M.A., 1991 Michigan State University
Ph.D., 2005 Kansas State University
Mark Abdon, 2025, Assistant Professor of English/Writing, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 2008, DePauw University
M.L.A., 2023, Harvard University
Yamil Acevedo, 2023, Executive Vice President
Wesley Seminary
M.P.S., 2006 Alliance Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2022, Trinity International University
Charles Alcock, 2003, Assistant Professor of Religion & Lead Chaplain, Residential, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1989, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2003, Azusa Pacific University
Paul Allison, 1993, Professor of English, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 1986, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.F.A., 1990, University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D., 1995, State University of New York at Binghamton
Randi Antworth, 2017, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2009, University of North Carolina
D.N.P., 2017, Indiana State University
Robert Atchison, 2014, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2007, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2015, Walden University
Uday Balasundaram, 2023, Associate Professor of Missional and Multicultural Ministry, Director of Learning Innovation Strategies
Wesley Seminary
M.Div., 2004, Asbury Theological Seminary
M.B.A., 2024, Quantic School of Business and Technology
Ph.D., 2014, Asbury Theological Seminary
Rebecca Barnard, 2014, Associate Professor of Music Therapy, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M., 1979, Southwestern Oklahoma State University
M.M., 2011, Western Michigan University
Joanne Barnes, 2008, Professor, Department of Leadership Studies, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.B.A., 1991, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.M., 1994, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., 2007, Indiana Wesleyan University
Margaret Barnes, 2009, Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1990, D'Youville College
M.S.N., 1993, D'Youville College
D.N.P., 2015, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ashton Burton-Becraft, 2025, Assistant Professor of Social Work, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts & Sciences
B.A., 2019, University of Southern Indiana
B.S.W, 2019, University of Southern Indiana
M.S.W., 2020, University of Southern Indiana
Allisha Beerwart, 2020, Department Chair & Assistant Professor, School of Educational Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2008, Old Dominion University
M.S., 2009, Old Dominion University;
Ed. S, 2011, Old Dominion University
EdD, 2018, Regen University
Brian Bernius, 2005, Professor of Religion, Dean, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1997, Asbury College; M.A., 1999, Asbury Theological Seminary
M.Phil., 2004, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
Ph.D., 2013, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
Elaine Bernius, 2005, Professor of Worship & Pastoral Ministry, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1998, Asbury College
M.Phil., 2004, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
Ph.D., 2013, Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of Religion
Tim Beuthin, 2006, Professor, Department of Leadership Studies, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1974, Spring Arbor College
M.Div., 1980, Asbury Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 1989, Michigan State University
John Birch, 2014, Assistant Professor of Science, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1978, Miami University
M.S. 1981, Miami University
M.A., 2001, Xavier University
Ph.D., 2020, University of Dayton
Daphne Blick Washington, 2014, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
Ph.D., 2008, University of Minnesota
Todd Bowman, 2014, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2003, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Ph.D., 2008, Oklahoma State University
Renee Boyer, 2015, Department Chair & Assistant Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
M.A., 1994, Manchester University
Vonda Bradt, 2023, Assistant Professor of Exceptional Needs Education, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1992, Cincinnati Christian University
M.Ed., 1994, University of Cincinnati
Heather Brady, 2011, Professor of Nursing, Chairperson, Division of Pre-Licensure Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2000, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2005, Indiana Wesleyan University.
D.N.P., 2014, Valparaiso University
Bruce Brinkley, 1993, Assistant Professor, Senior Reference Librarian
A.B., 1982, Earlham College
M.L.S., 1983, Indiana University
Toby Buchanan, 2020, Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1994, Wayland Baptist University
M.S.W., 1998, University of Texas at Arlington
M.A., 2000, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2008, University of Texas at Arlington
Jacob Buck, 2023, Assistant Professor of Biology, School of Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
College of Arts & Sciences
B.S., 2017, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2022, University of Florida, Gainesville
Kevin Cabe, 2013, Associate Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1994, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S, 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
D.B.A., 2016, Northcentral University
Vincent Campbell, 2025, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1994, University of Puget Sound
O.T.D., 2023, Eastern Kentucky University
Marian Carpenter, 2019, Assistant Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2002, Malone University
M.A., 2005, University of Phoenix Online
D.Mgt., 2014, University of Phoenix Online
William Carpenter, 2006, Professor of Art; Chair, Division of Art + Design, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2002, Wheaton College
M.F.A., 2006, University of Miami
Julie Carson, 2018, Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Assistant, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1979, The University of Illinois
M.A., 1983, The University of Illinois
Michael Chase, 2014, Associate Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1978, Spring Arbor University
M.S., 1996, Central Michigan University
Ph.D., 2006, Argosy University of Sarasota
David Che, 2021, Professor of Engineering; Director of the Engineering Program; Co-Chair, Division of Math, Engineering & Computer Science, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.E., 1988, Harbin Institute of Technology, China
M.S., 1991, Ohio State University
Ph.D., 1995, University of Michigan
Pamela Childers, 2013, Assistant Professor, Systems and Web Librarian
B.A., 1990, Indiana University, Kokomo
M.L.S., 1996, Indiana University, Bloomington
Joe Childs, 2020, Department Chair, Doctor of Business Administration, Director of Aviation Program, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1981, University of Southern Mississippi
M.S., 1984, University of Southern Mississippi
M.A., 1997, Western Seminary
D.B.A., 2008, Golden Gate University
Davy Chinn, 2018, Assistant Professor of Music; Chair, Division of Music & Theatre, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2011, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.M., 2014, University of Southern California
Shay Clamme, 2023, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2001, Ball State University
M.P.A., 2004, Ball State University
Dorothy Clark-Ott, 2008, Professor of Nursing, Director, Faculty Development, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1976, State University of New York at Binghamton
M.P.A., 2007, University of Dayton
Ph.D., 2015, Indiana University
Jonathan Conrad, 2001, Professor of Political Science, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1991, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 1997, Northern Illinois University
Ph.D., 2004, Northern Illinois University
Stephen Conrad, 2001, Professor of Biology; School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1985, Taylor University
M.S., 1993, Indiana State University
Ph.D., 1999, Indiana State University
Amber Cook, 2025, Visiting Professor of Practical Theology, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2007, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2011, Wesley Biblical Seminary
Melissa Cook, 2007, Professor of Exercise Science, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1997, University of the Pacific
M.S., 2002, California State University of Fullerton
Ed.D., 2005, Ball State University
Michael Crawford, 2020, Assistant Professor in Finance, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Science
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1998, Cedarville University
M.Ed., 2008, Mount Vernon Nazarene University
M.B.A., 2005, The Ohio State University
D.B.A., 2015, Anderson University
Rebekah Crofford, 2021, Professor of Social Work, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1992, Eastern Nazarene College
M.S.W., 1996, State University of New York at Buffalo
Ph.D., 2007, State University of New York at Buffalo
Miranda Cruz, 2014, Professor of Christian Theology, Academic Chair, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2005, Whitworth University
M.Div., 2008, Princeton Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2014, Baylor University
Marcie Cutsinger, 2017, Assistant Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Service & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1996, Missouri Western State University
M.S.W., 1998, University of Missouri
Ed.D., 2018, University of Missouri
Dedra Daehn, 2017, Director of Curriculum and Operations, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1982, Kansas State University
M.S., 1985, Fort Hays State University
David Davies, 2025, VP Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer
College of Arts and Sciences
Ph.D., 2004, University of Miami
Erin Davis, 2014, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1994, Anderson University
M.T.S., 2007, Anderson University School of Theology
M.A., 2011, Ball State University
Ph.D., 2014, Ball State University
Lanta Davis, 2016, Professor of Humanities & Literature, John Wesley Honors College
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2004, South Dakota State University
M.A., 2006, Sioux Falls Seminary
Ph.D., 2013, Baylor University
Robert Dawson, 2004, Professor of Nursing; Dean, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1995, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
D.N.P., 2012, Ball State University
Anne Decker, 2003, Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1981, God's Bible College
Masters, 1999, Mid-American Nazarene University
Ed.D., 2003, Regent University
Matthew Decker, 2020, Chair, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Service & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2006, Ball State University
Ph.D., ABD, 2020, Capella University
Erin Devers, 2011, Professor of Social Psychology, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2002, Huntington University
Ph.D., 2007, Indiana University Bloomington
Amanda Doneski 2020, Program Director, School of Integrated Health
School of Health Sciences
M.O., 1994, St. John’s School of Radiologic Technology
B.A., 2008, Ottawa University
M.A., 2010, Ottawa University
Ed.D., 2017, Lindenwood University
Susan Draine, 2012, Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1976, Olivet Nazarene University
M.S.N., 1983, University of Alabama-Birmingham
M.B.A., 1990, Olivet Nazarene University
Ed.D., 2009, Nova Southeastern University
Amanda Drury, 2012, Professor of Youth Ministries and Practical Theology, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2002, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2005, Princeton Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2007, Princeton Theological Seminary
John Drury, 2023, Professor of New Testament, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2001, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2004, Princeton Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2011, Princeton Theological Seminary
Briana Dykstra, 2022, Assistant Professor, Coordinator Occupational Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1991, Auburn University
Patrick Eby, 2015, Professor of Historical Theology and Wesley Studies, D. Min Program Director
Wesley Seminary
B.A., 1986, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.Div., 1993, Asbury Theological Seminary
M.Phil., 2006, Drew University
Ph.D., 2010, Drew University
Ruth Eby, 2010, Associate Professor of Nursing; Dean, Division of Doctoral Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Sciences
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1986, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.S.N., 2010, Drexel University
D.N.P., 2015, Purdue University
Haydée Encarnación GarcÃa, 2015, Program Director, Master of Public Health, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1984, Health Education, University of Puerto Rico
MPH, 1986, Public Health, University of Puerto Rico
M.S., 1999, Health Promotion, Indiana University
Ph.D., 2004, Health Behavior, Indiana University
Cindy Faulkner, 2017, Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.S.W., 1984, Kansas State University
M.S.W., 1989, University of Kansas
Ph.D., 2001, University of Texas at Arlington
Cynthia Faulkner, 2015, Associate Professor of Healthcare, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1983, University of Kentucky
M.S., 2003, University of Kentucky
D.H. Sc., 2016, A.T. Still University
Mica Fensler, 2025, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
A.S.N., 2002, Purdue-IPFW
B.S.N., 2015, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2019, Western Governors University
Joel Ferguson, 2017, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.N., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2015, Indiana Wesleyan University
Michael Flanagin, 2001, Assistant Professor of Music, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M.E., 1994, Indiana University
M.A., 2002, Ball State University
Abby Flenar, 2020, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.N., 2006, Indiana University Kokomo
M.S.N., 2019, Indiana Wesleyan University
D.N.P., 2023, Indiana Wesleyan University
Alyssa Ford, 2023, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2003, Marian College
M.O.T., 2005, University of Indianapolis
D.H.S., 2017, University of Indianapolis
R. Nathaniel Foster, 2006, Executive Dean, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2000, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.P.E., 2001, Ohio University
M.A., 2022, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2012, Capella University
Russell Fox, 2015, Assistant Professor of English, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1993, Northern Kentucky University
M.Ed., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., (ABD), Liberty University
Rosemary Fromer, 2014, Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1986, Fairleigh Dickinson University
M.S.N., 1992, Seton Hall University
Ph.D., 2013, Capella University
Brian Fry, 2004, Professor of Sociology, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 1992, Spring Arbor University
M.A., 1994, Michigan State University
Ph.D., 1998, Michigan State University
Jill Garner, 2005, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1981, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.S., 2009, Ball State University
Kathryn Gilreath, 2020, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.N., 1999, Armstrong Atlantic State University
M.S.N., 2002, Armstrong Atlantic State University,
D.N.P., 2021, Indiana Wesleyan University
Lori Goss-Reaves, 2014, Professor of Social Work, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1988, Ball State University
M.A., 1990, IUPUI
Ph.D., 2013, Capella University
Darla Gowan, 2009, Associate Dean for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Programs
School of Integrated Health
B.S., 1986, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.S.N., 1991, UCLA
D.N.P., 2013, University of Southern Indiana
Anne Greeley, 2012, Associate Professor of Art History, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2004 Westmont College
M.A., 2005 University of Oxford
Ph.D., 2017, University of Oxford
Megan Greentree, 2020, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2011, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2016, Indiana Wesleyan University
D.N.P., 2023, Indiana Wesleyan University
Tammie Marie Grimm, 2018, Associate Professor of Congregational Formation & Christian Ministry
Wesley Seminary
B.S., 1988, Cook College, Rutgers University
M.Div., 2002, Asbury Theological Seminary
Th.M., 2006, Princeton Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2016, Nazarene Theological College, University of Manchester
Terry Gunter, 2014, Dean, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1980, Olivet Nazarene University
M.Div., 1985, Nazarene Theological Seminary
Ed.D., 2007, Nova Southeastern University
Daniel Hall, 2000, Assistant Professor of Art, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 1983, Drake University
M.A., 1991, University of Northern Iowa
M.F.A., 2019, Azusa Pacific University
Lori Hamilton, 2022, Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Education, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1997, Grove City College
M.A. Ed. 2007, Malone University
Ph.D., 2011 The University of Akron
Sarah Hamsher, 2016, Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1997, Grove City College
M.A. Ed. 2007, Malone University
Ph.D., 2011 The University of Akron
Brannon Hancock, 2014, Associate Professor of Practical Theology and Worship, Dean of the Faculty
Wesley Seminary
B.A., 2002, Trevecca Nazarene University
M. TH., 2005, University of Glasgow
Ph.D., 2010, University of Glasgow
Russell Harney, 2011, Assistant Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1991, Eastern Kentucky University
M.S., 2009, University of Louisville
Patricia (Lynn) Hartley, 2006, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1999, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2003, Xavier University
Michelle Hawk, 2018, Assistant Professor of English, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2001, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Ed., 2006, Indiana Wesleyan University
J. Russell Hawkins, 2009, Professor of Humanities and History, Dean, John Wesley Honors College
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1999, Wheaton College
M.A., 2002, Montana State University
Ph.D., 2009, Rice University
Martha Hawkins, 2012, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 2002, University of Kentucky
M.S.N., 2002, University of Kentucky
D.N.P., 2010, Vanderbilt University
Tony Hembrock, 2016, Director of Academic Operations, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
A.A.S., 1994 Community College of the Air Force
B.A., 1998, Thomas Edison State College
M.Ed., 2002 Weber State University
Theresa Henderson, 2020, Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1997, Slippery Rock University
M. Ed., 2001, Gannon University
Ph. D, 2018, Duquesne University
Patricia Hodges, 2008, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1983, Arlington Baptist College
B.S.N., 1999, Andrews University
M.S.N., 2007, Walden University
Logan Hoffman, 2023, Assistant Professor of Humanities and Theology, John Wesley Honors College
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2012, Princeton Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2023, Trinity College Dublin
Becky Hoffpauir, 2006, Professor of Nursing, Dean Division of Post-licensure and Masters Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1980, McNeese State University
M.S., 2006, University of Phoenix
Ph.D., 2014, Capella University
Richard Hooker, 2010, Professor of Addictions Counseling, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1989, God's Bible School
M.A., 1993, Cincinnati Christian University
M.A., 1994, Cincinnati Christian University
Ed.D., 2001, University of Cincinnati
Karen Hopkins, 2017, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1996, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
D.N.P., 2023, Indiana Wesleyan University
Sandy Horton, 2015, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1987, Olivet Nazarene University
M.S.N., 1999, University of Phoenix
D.N.P., 2015, Indiana Wesleyan University
Jessica Huff, 2018, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 2007, Ohio University
M.S.N., 2009, Case Western Reserve University
D.N.P. 2022, Ellucian University
Tammie Huntington, 2007, Professor of Music, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1991, Grace College
M.M., 2004, Ball State University
D.A., 2008 Ball State University
Benjamin Hyde, 2024, Assistant Professor of Education, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2014, Grace College
M.Ed., 2015, Union University
Mary Jacobs, 2004, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training; Head Athletic Trainer, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1995, Indiana University
M.A., 1996, Western Michigan University
Robert Jesiolowski, 2015, Associate Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1992, Illinois State University
M.S., 1999, University of Illinois
D.S.W., 2020, Capella University
Patricia Johnson, 2013, Associate Professor, Department of Leadership Studies, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
J.D., 1985, Howard University
Ph.D., 2008, Regent University
R. Boyd Johnson, 1998, Professor, Department of Leadership Studies, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1974, University of California
M.A., 1976, California State University
Ph.D., 1998, Oxford, England
Daniel Jones, 2002, Professor of Biology, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1984, Purdue University
D.D.S., 1987, Indiana University
Ph.D., 1997, Wright State University
Sarah Jones, 2007, Professor of Special Education, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2002, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Ed., 2007, Indiana Wesleyan University
Haley Juber, 2021, Assistant Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
A.S., 2005, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
B.S., 2012, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
D.P.T., 2016, Concordia University Wisconsin
Judith Justice, 2005, Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1991, Indiana University
M.A., 1994, Indiana University
Ed.D., 2003, Nova Southeastern University
Jessica Keller, 2016, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training, Program Director of Athletic Training Education, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2001, Indiana Wesleyan University
DAT, 2017, University of Idaho
Laura Kelsey, 2009, Assistant Professor, Reference Librarian
B.A., 1990, Anderson University
M.A., 2005 Indiana University
Dutch Kendall, 2013, Associate Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1994, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
M.A., 2000, Webster University
M.B.A., 2003, Webster University
Ph.D., 2012, Capella University
Eric Kern, 2005, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2002, Ball State University
M.S., 2005, Ball State University
Patricia Kershaw, 2013, Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1994, Olivet Nazarene University
M.S.N., 2001, Lewis University
D.N.P., 2012, Governors State University
Melissa Khosla, 2013, Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Doctorate, Program Director, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2000, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2004, Erikson Institute
OTD, 2010, University of Illinois-Chicago
David King, 2016, Associate Professor, Program Director of MSW Program, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1988, Eastern Michigan University
M.A., 1992, Asbury Theological Seminary
M.S., 1992, University of Kentucky
D.S.W., 2020, Walden University
Daniel Kiteck, 2008, Associate Professor of Mathematics, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 2001, Asbury College
M.A., 2003, University of Kentucky
Ph.D., 2008, University of Kentucky
Nathaniel Kitzmiller, 2024, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2019, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2024, University of Georgia
Matthew Kreitzer, 2003, Professor of Biology, Dean, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1999, Olivet Nazarene University
Ph.D., 2003, University of Illinois at Chicago
R.B. Kuhn, 2014, Associate Professor of Liberal Arts,
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1977, Allegheny Wesleyan College
M.S., 1983, Pensacola Christian College
D.Ed. Min., 2021 Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Chris Lagoni, 2016, Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1991, University of Indianapolis
M.S., 2001, Butler University
Ph.D., 2011, Purdue University
Jinha Lee, 2020, Associate Professor of Business, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2003, Korea University
M.S., 2006, Kyonggi University
Ph.D., 2010, Kyonggi University
Ph.D., 2020, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Angela Leffler, 2008, Associate Professor of Education, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1991, Ball State University
M.A., 2010, Ball State University
Ed.D., 2014, Ball State University
Thomas Lehman, 1997, Professor of Economics, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1992, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 1994, Ball State University
Ph.D., 2004, University of Louisville
Sheila Leis, 2014, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1991, College of Mount St. Joseph
M.S., 2002, Wright State University
Jolie Leonard, 2014, Associate Professor of Biology, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2005, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2011, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Stephen Leonard, 2014, Associate Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2006, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2014, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Larisa Igorevna Levicheva (Joseph), 2016, Professor of Biblical Studies
Wesley Seminary
B.A., 1995, Vladimir State Pedagogical University
A.A., 1999, Christian Evangelical Wesleyan College
M. Div, 2002, Asbury Theological Seminary
Th.M., 2005, Asbury Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2014, London School of Theology, Middlesex University
Daniel Lin, 2016, Professor of Music, School of Arts & Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M., 2007, University of Toronto
M.M., 2009, University of Toronto
D.M.A., 2015, Indiana University
Benjamin Linger, 2010, Associate Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1999, Mt. Vernon Nazarene University
Ph.D., 2005, Purdue University
Mike Linville, 2013, Associate Professor, Department of Leadership Studies, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1983, The Ohio State University
M.A., 2006, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., 2012, Indiana Wesleyan University
Andrew Lipiec, 2025, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2013, Indiana Wesleyan University
O.T.D., 2018, Indiana Wesleyan University
Alesha Logan, 2019 Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 2012, Indiana-Purdue University
M.S.N., 2015, University of Indianapolis
Jordan Loman, 2025, Instructor of Accounting, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2016, Indiana Wesleyan University
James Long, 2018, Associate Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
Th. B/B.A., 1990, Northeastern Bible College
M.S.W., 1992, New York University
Th.D., 2004, Masters Seminary
Ph.D., Capella University
Keith Lowe, 2020, Associate Professor in Illustration, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.F.A., 2020, University of Hartford
Nathan Lowe, 2015, Assistant Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1996, Taylor University
M.S., 2002, Indiana University-Purdue University Ft. Wayne
Ph.D., 2013, Purdue University
Alesha Mack, 2020, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N, 2006, Indiana South Bend
M.S.N.2009, University of Southern Indiana
D.N.P., 2020, Northern Kentucky University
Robert Mallison, 2004, Professor of Mathematics, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1979, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.S., 1981, Purdue University
M.S., 1983, Purdue University
Ph.D., 2007, IUPUI
Alyssa Malone, 2025, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.N., 2013, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2019, Ball State University
Alexander Mandura, 2022, Assistant Dean, Director of Spiritual Formation and Field Education
Wesley Seminary
B.S., 2002, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2013, Wesley Seminary
Anthony Manganello, 2017, Associate Professor of National Security Studies, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1999, Taylor University
M.A., 2013, American Military University
Ph.D., 2022, Kings College London
J. Michael Manning, 2002, Vice President of Academic Affairs
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1988, Sterling College
M.S., 1996, Arkansas State University
M.A., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., 2010, Indiana Wesleyan University
Anita Manwell, 2008, Professor of Education; Academic Chair, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1992, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2000, Indiana University-Kokomo
Ed.D., 2012, Ball State University
Shawn Matter, 2024, Assistant Professor of Business, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2003, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.B.A., 2007, Indiana Wesleyan University
J.D., 2015, Florida Coastal School of Law
John McCracken, 2000, Professor of Education, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.Ed., 1978, Miami University at Oxford
M.Ed., 1984, Miami University at Oxford
Ph.D., 2001, The Ohio State University
Scott McCullough, 2014, Associate Professor of Mathematics and Physics, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1981, Emporia State University
M.Sc., 1985, Purdue University
M.Div., In progress, Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 1988, Purdue University
Holly Beede-McKinney, 2018, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2000, University of Wisconsin
B.S., 2002, Simmons College
M.S., 2008, Concordia University
D.N.P., 2016, Concordia University
Vicente Mercado, 2025, Associate Professor of Civil Engineering, School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2007, Universidad del Norte, Barranquilla, Columbia
Ph.D., 2012, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Aaron Metzcar, 2019, University Registrar
B.S.E., 1999, Wright University
M.Ed., 2002, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., 2008, Indiana Wesleyan University
Karen Miller, 2018, Associate Professor of Music Therapy, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M.E., 1989, Oklahoma Baptists University
M.M., 1991, Florida State University
Ryan Miller, 2022, Instructor of Graphic Design, Art Division, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2001, Indiana Wesleyan University
Jodi Mills, 2010, Department Chair & Associate Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1998, Olivet Nazarene
M.A., 2001, University of Findlay
Ph.D., 2016, University of Kentucky
Brent Moore, 2017, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2000, MidAmerica Nazarene University
M.A., 2003, Wheaton College
Ph.D., 2010, Walden University
Lisa Moore, 2005, Professor of Music, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 1987, Anderson University
M.M., 1992, University of Kentucky
D.A., 2008, Ball State University
Jonathan Morgan, 2016, Professor of Theology, School of Theology & Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2000, Oklahoma Wesleyan University
M.A., 2003, Wesley Biblical Seminary
Ph.D., 2013, Marquette University
Denise Nicholas Williams, 2017, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2005, University of South Florida
M.A., 2011, University of South Florida
Ph.D., 2017, Texas Tech University
Lisa Nieman, 2007, Professor of Business, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2000, Central Michigan University
M.B.A., 2002, Anderson University
D.B.A., 2010, Anderson University
Eloy Nolivos, 2023, Associate Professor of Christian Ministries, Director of Theological Programs in Spanish
Wesley Seminary
B.A. 1991, West Coast College
M.Div., 1994, COG Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2011, Regent University
Candice Norris-Brown, 2015, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1989, Virginia State University
M.S., 1992, Virginia State University
Ed.S., 2003, The University of Georgia
Ph.D., 2011, The University of Georgia
Jennifer Noseworthy, 2018, Associate Professor of Biology, Chair, Division of Natural Science; School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2002, Gordon College
M.S., 2005, University of Florida at Gainesville
Ph.D., 2012, University of New Hampshire at Durham
Joshua Nwokeji, 2025, Associate Professor & Endowed Chair of Computer Science, School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.Eng., 2006, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Anambra State
Nigeria; M.S., 2011, Middlesex University London, Middlesex University London, United Kingdom
Ph.D., 2016, Middlesex University London, United Kingdom
Sally Nurse, 2018, Assistant Professor/Fieldwork Coordinator, Occupational Therapy Assistant, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1986, Eastern Kentucky University
M.S., 2014, Argosy University
Rhonda Oldham, 2010, Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1990, Murray State University
M.S., 2009, Walden University
D.N.P., 2013, Union University
Karla Ontiveros, 2009, Associate Professor of Education, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1995, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Ed., 2003, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., 2017, Liberty University
Donald Osborn, 2006, Assistant Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1979, Lincoln Christian College
M.S., 1984, Indiana State University
M.A., 1987, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Ph.D., 2013, Indiana State University
John Ozmun, 2009, Professor of Physical Education, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1982, Taylor University
M.S., 1985, Indiana University
P.E.D., 1991, Indiana University
Jessie Pablo, 2016, Instructor, Field Director, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.W., 2011, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.W., 2012, Roberts Wesleyan College
Phillip Palmer, 2023, Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Program Director, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1974, University of Texas Medical Branch-Galveston
M.H.E., 1983, Medical College of Georgia
M.A., 1990, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2001, University of North Texas
Phoenix Park-Kim, 2005, Professor of Music; Coordinator, Accompanying Program, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M., 1999, Yonsei University
B.A., 1999, Yonsei University
M.M., 2001, Miami University
D.M.A., 2005, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Jerry Pattengale, 1997, University Professor, Executive Director Green Scholars Initiative
B.S., 1979, Marion College (Currently Indiana Wesleyan University)
M.A., 1981, Wheaton Graduate School
M.A., 1987, Miami University
Ph.D., 1993, Miami University
Troy Pavy, 2023, Assistant Professor of Marketing, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1989, Purdue University
M.B.A., 1996, Indiana University Northwest
D.B.A., 2023, Indiana Wesleyan University
Charlotte Peel, 2015, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1993, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2013, Indiana Wesleyan University
Aaron Perry, 2016, Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology and Leadership
Wesley Seminary
B.A., 2003, Kingswood University (Bethany Bible College)
M.A., 2005, Asbury Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2015, Regent University
Debbie Philpott, 2010, Associate Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1994, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2005, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A. 2009 Indiana Wesleyan University
Ed.D., 2012, Indiana Wesleyan University
Stephen Pierce, 2015, Associate Professor of History, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1997, Cedarville University
M.A., 2008, Northeastern University
Ph.D., 2018, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Priya Pockyarath, 2022, Associate Professor, Doctor of Physical Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2008, Purdue University
D.P.T., 2011 Oakland University
Frank Poncé, 2011, Professor, CAPS Leadership UG, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1977, Anderson University
M.S.M., 1982, Wittenberg University
Ph.D., 1994, Ohio State
Lynn Priest, 2024, Assistant Professor of Reading Instruction, School of Teacher Education
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1999, Manchester University
M.A., 2003, Ball State University
Keith Puffer, 1993, Professor of Psychology, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1979, Michigan State University
M.A., 1990, International Christian Graduate University
M.A., 1991, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Ph.D., 1998, Purdue University
Nathan Reep, 2017, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2010, Geneva College
M.S., 2015, Texas Tech University Health Science Center
D.A.T., 2023, University of Idaho
Tara Renbarger, 2012, Associate Professor of Biology, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2006, Indiana University
Ph.D., 2012, Indiana University School of Medicine
Mark Rennaker, 2017, Chair of the Department of Leadership Studies, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1990, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 1996, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2003, Bethel University
Ph.D., 2008, Regent University
Scott Rhoades, 2013, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1995, University of Pittsburgh
M.S., 2006, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
D.N.P., 2020, Indiana Wesleyan University
Laura Rigsby, 2013, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1998, IUPUI
M.S.N./M.B.A., 2007, Anderson University
D.N.P., 2020, Indiana Wesleyan University
Hye-Sun Ro, 2020, Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1999, Seoul Women’s University
M.S., 2002, Texas Tech University
Ph.D., 2007, Texas Tech University
Betsye Robinette, 2000, Professor of Psychology, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1982, Virginia Tech
M.A., 1984, Wheaton College
Ph.D., 1993, University of Tennessee
Warren Rogers, 2016, Blanchard Endowed Chair, Professor of Physics, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1981, Harvey Mudd College
M.A., 1983, University of Rochester
Ph.D., 1986, University of Rochester
Brian Roland, 2017, Assistant Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2003, University at Albany
M.S.W., 2006 University at Albany
Ph. D, 2010, University at Albany
Melvin Royer, 2001, Professor of Mathematics, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1988, Purdue University
M.S., 1989, Purdue University
Ph.D., 1997, Purdue University
Reuben Rubio, 2016, Department Chair & Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1984, The University of New Mexico
M.S., 1985, The University of Michigan
Ph.D., 2013, The University of Michigan
Jason Runyan, 2007, Professor of Psychology, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2001, Wheaton College
M.S., 2003, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
M.S., 2005, University of Oxford
Ph.D., 2009, University of Oxford
Matthew Sattley, 2010, Professor of Biology, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1998, Blackburn College
Ph.D., 2006 Southern Illinois University
Jamie Seher, 2023, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2018, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2022, Bethel University
Lanette Sessink, 2016, Associate Professor of Health & Sports Management, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1983, Olivet Nazarene University
M.Ed., 1993, Oakland University
Ph.D., 2009, Saint Louis University
Stacy Shaw, 2019, Assistant Professor, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2012, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.Div., 2017, Indiana Wesleyan University
Eddy Shigley, 2013, Visiting Associate Professor of Practical Theology, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1988, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2000, University of Texas at Tyler
D.S.L., 2012, Regent University
Corey Sizelove, 2016, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.N., 2009, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2013, Indiana Wesleyan University
DNP, Rush University
Amy Smelser, 2016, Assistant Professor of Communication; Chair, Division of Modern Language, Literature & Communication, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1997, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2010, Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary
M.A., 2018, Regent University
Rachel Smith, 2021, James DeVoe Endowed Professor of Business, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1994, Palm Beach Atlantic University
M.B.A. 1997, Regent University
Ph.D., 2005, Regent University
Katti Sneed, 2002, Professor of Social Work; Director, Master's in Social Work Program, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
A.B., 1992, Purdue University
M.S.W., 1995, Indiana University
Ph.D., 2007, Capella University
Joseph Snider, 2013, Assistant Professor, Devoe School of Business, Technology, & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1982, Illinois College
M.B.A., 1988, Indiana Wesleyan University
D.B.A., 2011, Northcentral University
Melisa Snyder, 2020, Assistant Professor in Social Work, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1992, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.W., 2013, Indiana University
D.S.W., 2023, Capella University
Henrik Soderstrom, 2011, Professor of Art, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
Design Certificate, 2004
NyckelviksSkolan, Stockholm, Sweden
B.F.A., 2008, Rhode Island School of Design
M.F.A., 2011, Rochester Institute of Technology
Oluwatobi Sonya, 2025, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.N., 2013, Oral Roberts University
M.S.N., 2019, Maryville University FNP
D.N.P., 2025, Johns Hopkins University
Anneke Stasson, 2016, Professor of Humanities & History, John Wesley Honors College
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2003, Calvin College
M.A., 2008, Regent College
Ph.D., 2013, Boston University
Timothy Steenbergh, 2003, Professor of Psychology; Chair, Division of Behavioral Sciences, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1993, Indiana Wesleyan University,
M.A., 1995, Ball State University
Ph.D., 2001, University of Memphis
Nenetzin Stoeckle, 2007, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2001, Baylor University
M.S., 2004, Texas Tech University
Ph.D., 2007, Texas Tech University
Amy Stofer, 2020, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 2013, The Ohio State University College of Nursing
M.S.N., 2015 The Ohio State University College of Nursing
D.N.P., 2019, Ashland University
Stefanie Summersett, 2023, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
B.S.N., 2008, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S.N., 2021, Purdue University Northwest
Paul Sung, 2021, Professor of Physical Therapy, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1985, Yonsei University
M.S., 1987, Yonsei University
D.H. Sc.,1999, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Ph.D., 2004, Nova Southeastern University
Jeff Tabone, 2019, Assistant Professor of Humanities, Assistant Director of Programs and Student Formation, John Wesley Honors College
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2008, Messiah College
M.A., 2012, Spring Arbor University
Ph.D., 2018, Michigan State University
Michael Tapper, 2024, Professor of Practical Theology, School of Theology and Ministry
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2003, Tyndale Seminary
M.A., 2010, Saint Paul University
Ph.D., 2015, Saint Paul University
M.Ed., 2022, Southern Wesleyan University
Adam Thompson, 1999, Professor of Athletic Training; Director, Chair, Division of Health and Human Performance, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1996, Anderson University
M.S.P.E., 1997, Ohio University
Ph.D., 2005, Capella University
Rob Thompson, 1993, Associate Professor of Graduate Counseling, Coordinator of Student Development Counseling and Administration
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1982, Iowa State University
M.S., 1985, University of Tennessee (Knoxville)
Ph.D., 2002, Indiana State University
Rachel Timmons, 2014, Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Doctorate, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts and Sciences
OTD, 2011, Belmont University
Robert Townsend, 2006, Professor, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.M., 1983, Western Michigan University
M. M.Ed., 1991, Indiana University
Ph.D., 1996, University of Illinois
Steven Tripp, 2007, Associate Professor of Chemistry, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1996, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2003, Purdue University
Michael Tulino, 2014, Assistant Professor of Math, Division of Liberal Arts
College of Adult & Professional Studies
B.S., 2003, State University of New York at Geneseo
M.S., 2007, University of Buffalo
Theresa Veach, 2015, Assistant Professor, School of Service & Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1993, Indiana University - Kokomo
M.A., 1995, Ball State University
Ph.D., 2000, Ball State University
Mark Vermilion, 2024, Assistant Professor of Strategic Communication, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1985, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 1994, Regent University
Jim Vermilya, 2006, 2010, Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1997, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.A., 2005, Fuller Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2011, Concordia Theological Seminary
Jeanelle VerWayne, 2018, Assistant Professor, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.W., 2000, Taylor University
M.S.W., 2001, IUPUI
Merissa Waddey, 2015, Assistant Professor of Education, School of Integrated Learning and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1999, Middle Tennessee State University
M.Ed., 2009, Miami University
Ed.D., 2015, University of the Cumberlands
Rebecca Wakeman, 2017, Associate Professor of Mathematics; Co-Chair, Division of Mathematics, Engineering and Computer Sciences, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2008, Taylor University
M.A., 2013, Ball State University
Ed.D., 2020, Liberty University
Chris Walker, 2011, Assistant Professor of History, Division of Liberal Arts
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 1993, Olivet Nazarene University
M.A., 1998, University of Indianapolis
Ph.D., 2013, Purdue University
Debra Walker, 2010, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1995, Southwestern Oklahoma State University
M.S.N., 2005, University of Phoenix
M.Ed., 2007, American Intercontinental University
Ph.D., 2014, Capella University
Melanie Walters, 2017, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 2003, Northern Kentucky University
M.S.N., 2006, Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., 2020, University of Louisville
Sarah Warren, 2018, Assistant Professor of Counseling, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.A., 2006, Olivet Nazarene University
M.A., 2008, Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., 2017, University of Louisville
Rhonda Watts, 2016, Assistant Director of Curriculum Development, DeVoe School of Business, Technology, and Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 2011, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.B.A, 2014, Indiana Wesleyan University
Shelley Webb, 2015, Director of Faculty Support, DeVoe School of Business, Technology, and Leadership
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1991, Michigan State University
M.B.A., 1999, Davenport University
Ph.D., 2022, Azusa Pacific University
Holly Wiegand, 2025, Assistant Professor of English, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 2017, Corban University
M.A., 2018, Boston University
Ph.D., 2025, Boston University
Michele Wells, 2018, Associate Professor, Program Director of BSW Program, Department of Behavioral Sciences, School of Integrated Health,
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1987, Indiana State University,
M.S.W., 1996, University of Illinois at Chicago
Ph.D., 2016, Regent University
Aaron Wilkinson, 2012, Vice President of Operations and Enrollment
Wesley Seminary
B.A, 2007, Gardner-Webb University
M.A, 2009, Asbury Theological Seminary
Ph.D., 2019, Indiana Wesleyan University
Lisa Willey, 2020, Assistant Professor, Occupational Therapy Assistant School of Health Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
O.T.A., 1985, North Education Center
M.Div., 2008, Ashland Theological Seminary
D.Min., 2018, George Fox University
Christopher Williams, 2023, Assistant Professor of Engineering, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences,
B.S., 2009, Southern Illinois University Carbondale
M.S., 2011, The University of Texas at Austin
Pd.D., 2015, The University of Texas at Austin
Kent Williams, 1995, Professor of Business, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1984, Olivet Nazarene University
M.B.A., 2002, Ball State University; C.P.A.
Todd Williams, 2012, Associate Professor of Music, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M., 1997, Manhattan School of Music
M.A., 2011, Columbia Teachers College
D.M.E., 2021, Indiana University
Barbara Wise, 2012, Associate Professor of Nursing, School of Integrated Health
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S.N., 1984, Eastern Kentucky University
M.S.N., 1994, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Ph.D., 2015, Ohio State University
Jay Wise, 2011, Dean, University Library
A.B., 1997, Ohio University Honors Tutorial College
M.A., 1997, Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences
M.L.I.S., 2006, Kent State University
M.Div., 2015, Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University
Steven Wood, 2013, Professor of Communication; Technical Director, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S., 1998, Baptist Bible College, PA
M.A., 2001, Bowling Green State University, OH
Ph.D., 2012, Texas Tech University
Marc Wooldridge, 2007, Professor of Music, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.M., 1981, Indiana University
M.F.A., 1983, University at Buffalo
M.A., 1990, University at Buffalo
Ph.D., 1992, University at Buffalo
Shawn Yang, 2016, Director of International Student Programs
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 2006, Hubei University of Technology
M.A., 2013, Biola University
Muchun Yin, 2011, Associate Professor of TESOL, School of Arts and Humanities
College of Arts and Sciences
B.A., 1993, Ohio State University
M.A., 1996, Ohio State University
Ed.D., 2005, University of Bristol, UK
Samuel Young, 2023, Assistant Professor of History, DeVoe Division of Business and Social Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
B.S.E., 2013, John Brown University
M.A., 2018, Marquette University
Ph.D., 2022, Baylor University
Fanyu Zeng, 2003, Assistant Professor, DeVoe School of Business, Technology, and Development
College of Adult and Professional Studies
B.S., 1985, Southeast University
M.S., 1988, Southeast University
M.S., 1992, Ohio University
Yang Zhao, 2022, Assistant Professor of Engineering, School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math
College of Arts and Sciences
Ph.D., 2019, Cleveland State University
Lauren Zwirn, 2013, Associate Professor of Social Work, School of Nursing and Health Professions
College of Arts & Sciences
B.S., 2004, Indiana Wesleyan University
M.S., 2005, University of Michigan
D.S.W., 2020, Capella University