Faculty and Staff

Kathy

Adamson

Senior Administrative Assistant

School of Business and Digital Media

Amanda

Addis

Associate Professor, Simulation & Skill Lab Director

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
EdD (ABD), The University of Kansas
MSN; 2013, University of Missouri, Kansas City
BSN; 2008, Pittsburg State University
ADN; 2006, Labette Community College

Linda

Alexander

Professor, Director Career & Workforce Development

Continuing Education

PhD; Educational Philosophy and Foundation, 2003, University of Kansas
MA; Curriculum Instruction and Secondary Language Arts, 1993, University of Kansas
BA; Secondary English Language Arts, 1984, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Ordination for Church of the Nazarene, August 2015
Local Preaching License, Kansas City District, Church of the Nazarene

Beth

Ashley

Director of Partnerships and Student Success

Erin

Augustine

Associate Professor, School Counseling Track Coordinator

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Professional Counselor (Kansas)
PhD; 2024, Walden University
MA; 2013, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BA; 2004, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Certificate in Play Therapy; 2021, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Heidi

Baldridge

Compliance Coordinator

School of Nursing

Rosalie

Barnes

Admissions and Internship Administrator

School of Counselor Education

Aaron

Bohn

Associate Professor of Digital Communications

Arts and Humanities

MFA; Screenwriting, 2019, Asbury University
MA; Digital Storytelling, 2015, Asbury University
BA; Communications and Media Relations, 2008, Ohio State University

Christina

Bohn

Associate Professor of Old Testament

Christian Ministry and Formation

PhD; 2024, University of Manchester via Nazarene Theological College
MA; 2012, Asbury Theological Seminary
BA; 2010, Mount Vernon Nazarene University

Britney

Bowls

Student Success Advisor

Jeanne

Bradford

Executive Administrative Assistant

School of Business and Digital Media

Mark

Brown

Professor of Mathematics/Mathematics Education, Faculty Athletics Representative

PhD; 2012, University of Missouri-Kansas City
MS; 1993, Wichita State University
BA; 1991, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Kansas Teaching Certificate for Secondary Mathematics

Jamie

Brubaker

Admissions Events Coordinator

Pam

Burrus

Accelerated United Elementary Education program coordinator

Amy

Cain

Associate Professor of Counselor Education, Department Chair

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
PhD; 2023, Kansas State University
MA; 2007, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BS; 1998, Missouri State University

David

Carter

Professor of Counselor Education

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (Nebraska)
PhD; 1994, University of Nebraska
EdS; 1990, University of Nebraska
MS; 1984, University of Nebraska
BS; 1977, University of Nebraska

Seyenna

Cavazos

Administrative Assistant

Yorton

Clark Jr.

Professor of Business and Marketing, Associate Dean and Unit Head,

School of Business and Digital Media

EdD; 2017, Olivet Nazarene University
MBA; 1998, Wright State University
BA; Business Administration and Public Relations, 1994, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Randy

Cloud

Assistant to the President For Church Relations

PhD; Foundations (Philosophy/History) of Education; History (Ancient/Medieval) cognate area, 2007, University of Kansas
MDiv; Biblical Studies, 1982, Nazarene Theological Seminary
MA; Theology, 1979, Point Loma College
BA; Christian Education, 1977, Point Loma College
Youth Ministries Certificate; 1977, Point Loma College

Chelsea

Comadoll

Associate Professor of Chemistry

PhD; Chemistry, 2021, University of Kansas
BS; Chemistry, 2017, Appalachian State University

Chris

Crawford

Associate Professor and Director, Athletic Training Program

MSE; Biomechanics and Wellness, 2003, University of Kansas
BA; Athletic Training, 2000, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Teaching License; 2011, Baker University
Board of Certification (BOC) Athletic Training Certification
Kansas State Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT)
American Heart Association AED/CPR BLS Certification
American Heart Association Certified Instructor
Kinesio Taping Specialist – Level I, II, III
Dartfish Motion Capture Software Specialist
Graston M1 Certified

Marty

Crossland

Associate Vice President of Instructional Technology and Online Education Professor and Chair, Computer Information Systems Programs

PhD; Management Information Systems, Indiana University — Bloomington, 1992
MBA; Oklahoma City University, 1987

Kristin

Daniels

Administrative Assistant, School of Counselor Education

School of Counselor Education

Jennifer

Dembowski

Assistant Professor of Counselor Education, Clinical Coordinator of the Community Counseling and Play Therapy Center

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
Licensed Professional Counselor (Missouri)
Psychoanalyst
MA; 2015, MidAmerican Nazarene University
BA; 1997, Concordia University

Scott

Dermer

Chair, Department of Christian Ministry and Formation

Christian Ministry and Formation

PhD; 2018, Saint Louis University
MDiv; 2010, Southern Methodist University, Perkins School of Theology
BA; 2005, Southern Nazarene University
Ordained Elder, Church of the Nazarene

Kathryn

Dixon

Assistant Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
MSN; 2023, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BSN; 2016, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Renee

Dutter-Miller

Associate Professor of New Testament

Christian Ministry and Formation

PhD; 2019, Fuller Theological Seminary
MA; 2009, Fuller Theological Seminary
BS; 2003, Cairn University

Natalie

Eick

Associate Professor of Psychology

Social and Behavioral Sciences

Psy D; 2020, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
MA; 2015, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
BA; 2012, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Specializes in child, adolescent, and young adult psychology; spiritual and faith integration; and diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice
Dissertation: 2019, Into the Wild: Soul, Soul Wilderness, and Soul Retrieval and their Therapeutic Possibilities Today.
Member of the American Psychological Association
Member of the Christian Association for Psychological Studies
Member of APA’s Division 2: Society for the Teaching of Psychology

Lynne

Erickson

Associate Professor of Accounting; Program Coordinator

School of Business and Digital Media

CPA
MAS; 1986, University of Illinois
BA; Accounting, 1984, Olivet Nazarene University

Jennifer

Ferguson

Professor, Associate Dean

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
DNP; 2021, Point Loma Nazarene University
MSN; 2009, University of Missouri, Kansas City
BSN; 2006, University of Missouri, Kansas City

Dean

Flemming

Professor Emeritus of New Testament and Missions

Christian Ministry and Formation

PhD; New Testament Exegesis, 1988, University of Aberdeen
M.Div; 1979, Nazarene Theological Seminary
BA; 1975, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Global Missionary, Church of the Nazarene 1987-2011
Ordained, Church of the Nazarene, 1982

Todd

Frye

Professor, Associate Dean

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (Kansas)
Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider and Supervisor
National Certified Counselor
PhD; 2022, Idaho State University
MEd; 1996, Northwest Nazarene University
BS; 1992, Northwest Nazarene University

Lisa

Gaiche

Associate Vice President of Enrollment & Operations

Jill

Gonzalez-Bravo

Chair, School of Education, Professor of Education

School of Education

EdD; Educational Leadership, 2015, Kansas State University
M.A; Curriculum and Instruction, 1999, Wichita State University
B.S; Biology Education, 1995, Kansas State University

Teresa

Hale-Lespier

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

MS; 1999, Computer Science, Michigan Technological University
BS; 1991, Computational Mathematics, Michigan Technological University

Rick

Hanson

Department Chair, Professor of Psychology

Social and Behavioral Sciences

PhD; Counseling Psychology, 2000, Michigan State University
MS; Counseling Psychology, 1992, Kansas University
BA; Psychology, 1988, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Brenda

Harris

Associate Professor of Education, Director, Innovative Programs

School of Education

Ph.D; Urban Leadership and Policy Studies, 2009, UMKC
Ed Spec; Education Administration, 2001
M.A; Education Administration, 1999, UMKC
B.A; Elementary Education, 1981, Park University, Cum Laude

Susannah

Hart

Assistant Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
MSN; 2012, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BSN; 1989, The University of Kansas

Mark

Hayse

Mabee Library Director, Professor of Christian Education

Christian Ministry and Formation

PhD; 2009, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
Master of Library Science; 2023; Emporia State University
MRE; 1993, Nazarene Theological Seminary
BA; 1998, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Ordained Elder, Church of the Nazarene

Ed

Heberling

Assistant Professor of Sports Management

School of Business and Digital Media

EdD; Leadership (In Progress), University of the Cumberlands
MS; Sport Management, American Public University
BA; Sport Management, Iowa Wesleyan University

Michelle

Heckmann

Clinical Assistant, Community Counseling and Play Therapy Center

School of Counselor Education

Todd

Hiestand

Professor with Tenure of Criminal Justice

Licensed to Practice Law in Kansas

MS; 2019, University of Missouri Kansas City

JD; 2005, University of Nebraska

BA; Business Psychology, 2002, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Abby

Hodges

Vice President for Academic Affairs & Chief Academic Officer

PhD; 2008, Yale University
MS; 2004, Yale University
BS; 2002, Denison University

Janelle

Hoffpauir

Licensure and Assessment Coordinator

School of Education

Mackenzie

Holzrichter

Assistant Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
MSN; 2023, The University of Kansas
BSN; 2017, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BS; Applied Behavioral Science, 2015, The University of Kansas

Lisa

Hood

Vice President for Strategic Expansion

Adam

Hooker

Director of Regional Recruitment

Kim

Humerickhouse

Professor of Education, Director of Secondary Education, Director of Transition to Teaching

School of Education

PhD; Higher Education Administration & Leadership, 2009, University Nebraska-Lincoln
MBA; 2021, MidAmerica Nazarene University
MS; Higher Education Administration and Curriculum & Instruction, 1996, Fort Hays State University
BS; Education and Psychology, 1988, Central Oklahoma University
Six-Sigma Green Belt, 2011
Teacher Licensure K- 9, Kansas State Department of Education, since 2003
Phi Theta Kappa Leadership Development (PTK) certified instructor since 1996

Bob

Humphrey

Professor of Business; Program Coordinator

School of Business and Digital Media

EdD; Leadership and Higher Education Administration, 2010, Saint Louis University
MBA; 1996, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BA; Management and Human Relations, 1993, MidAmerica Nazarene University
AA; Biblical Studies, 1986, Nazarene Bible College
Ordained Elder in the Church of the Nazarene

Ashley

Hurt

Assistant Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
MSN; 2019, Pittsburg State University
BSN; 2011, Pittsburg State University

Ronald

Jackson

Director of The Call at MNU

EdD; Ethical Leadership, 2018, Olivet Nazarene University
M.A.C.E.; 2006, Nazarene Theological Seminary
BA; Religion (Pre-Seminary), 1981, Trevecca Nazarene University
BA; History, minor-Speech, Communication & Theater, 1979, University of Alabama
AA; 1977, Jefferson Davis College
Ordained Elder – Church of the Nazarene

Taylor

Johnson

Associate Professor of Counselor Education, Marriage, Couple, & Family Track Coordinator

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
Licensed Professional Counselor (Missouri)
National Certified Counselor
PhD; 2017, Regent University
MA; 2011, MidAmerica Nazarene University
MDiv; 2008, Nazarene Theological Seminary
BA; 2003, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Certificate in Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider, 2013, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Luke

Johnson

Department Chair, Director of Bands and Music Education, Professor of Music

D.M.A.; Wind Conducting, University of Kansas, 2015
M.M.; Band Conducting/Music Education, Kansas State University, 2008

B.A; Music Education, MidAmerica Nazarene University, 2003

Jean

Kilber

Campus Visit Coordinator

Brad

King

Associate Professor of Health & Exercise Science

ABD; Educational Policy and Leadership, 2004, University of Kansas
MEd; Physical Education/Sports Administration, 1986, Wichita State University
BA; Physical Education, 1979, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Loretta

Knox

Clinical Coordinator

School of Education

Leigh

Kreshel

Chair of Natural Health and Mathematical Sciences, Assistant Professor

MS; Exercise Science and Wellness, Wake Forest University
BS; Health and Exercise Science, Wayne State College
ACRP Certified Clinical Research Coordinator

Teresa

Lamaster

Skills Lab and Simulation Specialist

School of Nursing

Susan

Larson

Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
PhD; 2002, The University of Kansas
MS; 1989, The University of Kansas
BSN; 1984, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Addison

Lucchi

Professor of English, Instructional & Research Librarian, Nazarene Bible College Library Director

Arts & Humanities

PhD, Educational Leadership & English; 2023, University of Missouri-Kansas City
MBA; 2019, MidAmerica Nazarene University
MS; Library & Information Science, 2017, Simmons College
BGS; English Literature & Psychology, 2015, Ball State University
Graduate Certificate in College Teaching & Career Preparation; 2022, University of Missouri-Kansas City

Jordan

Mantha

Associate Vice President & Chief Data Officer

PhD; Chemistry, 2009, University of Nevada, Reno
BA; Environmental Science, 2002, University of Montana, Western

Craig

Masters

Associate Professor of Physics

PhD; degree in Physics and Mathematics, University of Missouri‚ÄìKansas City (2007)
MS; degree in Physics, University of Missouri‚ÄìKansas City (2005)
BA; degree in Physics, William Jewell College‚ÄìLiberty, MO (2001)

Joanne

McDermott

PhD, RN, Professor of Nursing

PhD; Curriculum and Teaching, 2014, University of Kansas
MA; Nursing Education, 1985, New York University
BSN; 1975, State University of New York

Shawnda

McLeod

Executive Administrative Assistant

Jonathan

Mellette

Resident Educator

Jonny

Melton

Transfer Admissions Counselor

JoVonda

Merrell

Compliance Coordinator

School of Nursing

Brian

Merriman

Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

School of Business and Digital Media

MA; 1983, Emporia State University
BFA; 1981, Emporia State University

Sarah

Miller

Professor

School of Nursing

RN; Kansas State Board of Nursing
DNP; 2021, University of Missouri – Columbia
EdD; 2015, Creighton University
MSN; 2010, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BSN; 2009, MidAmerica Nazarene University
ASN; 2005, Kansas City Kansas Community College
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Family Nurse Practitioner Certification
Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Glenna

Murray

Administrative Assistant

Career & Workforce Development

Jamie

Myrtle

Dean; College of Professional & Graduate Studies

EdD; 2020, Olivet Nazarene University
MBA; 1997 University of Kansas
CPA; 1990, State of Missouri
BA; 1987, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Shirley

Nichols

Associate Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
DNP; 2014, University of Missouri – Columbia
MSN; Post Masters Certificate; 2010, The University of Kansas
MSN; 1999, University of Kansas
BSN; 1990, University of Kansas
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
American Nurses Credentialing Center
Certified Nurse Educator

Heather

Ozias

Administrative Assistant

School of Education

Eduardo

Pérez

Assistant Professor of Sociology

PhD; 2001, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
MA; 1995, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
BA; 1993, California State University- Fresno

Jonathan

Platter

Assistant Professor of Theology

Christian Ministry and Formation

PhD; 2020, University of Cambridge
MA(TS); 2014, Nazarene Theological Seminary
BA; 2012, Southern Nazarene University

Lily

Rinearson

Clinical Education Coordinator

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing

Jen

Rosema

Admissions Counselor

Daniel

Schwabauer

Assistant Professor of English

BGS; 1991, University of KS

MA; 1995, University of KS

Andrew

Secor

Professor of Counselor Education, Clinical Mental Health Track Coordinator

School of Counselor Education

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (Kansas)
Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (Kansas)
Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor
Board Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC)
Board Certified Counselor (NCC)
PhD; 2019, Walden University
MA; 2007, MidAmerica Nazarene University
BA; 2005, MidAmerica Nazarene University
Certificate in Play Therapy, 2010, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Tricia

Sinclair

Assistant Professor of Business

School of Business and Digital Media

BA; 1994, University of Kansas
MBA; 2010, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Christopher

Smith

Director of Choral Activities, Professor of Music

DMA; 2016, University of Kansas

MM; 2013, East Carolina University

BM: 2006, East Carolina University

Melissa

Smith

SPGS Enrollment Manager

Professional and Graduate Studies

Stacy

Smith

Assistant Professor of Nursing MSN, RN, CPN

MSN; 2018, University of Central Missouri
BSN; 1995, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Jill

Speicher

Associate Professor

DVM; 2000, Iowa State University
BA; 1996, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Tia

Strait

Professor

School of Nursing

Licensed Registered Dental Hygienist
EdD; 2001, St. Louis University
MS; 1996, Pittsburg State University
BGS; 1983, Missouri Southern State University
AS; 1985, Missouri Southern State University
NIDA

Rion

Taylor

Professor of Biology; Director, Innovation Academy

STEM

PhD; 2008, Syracuse University
BS; 2000, Augusta State University

Danielle

Traudt

Assistant Professor of Nursing

MSN, APRN, FNP-C; 2002, Arizona State University
BSN; 1998, University of Nebraska Medical Center

Darin

Tuck

Associate Professor of History

Arts & Humanities

PhD; 2018, University of Missouri
MA; 2010, Kansas State University
BA; 2007, Washburn University

Ruth

Waggoner

Associate Professor of Education, Elementary Program Director

School of Education

EdD: 2009, Baker University
MA: 1991, University of Kansas
BA: 1981, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Gweneth

Wagner

Associate Professor

School of Nursing

RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP-C)
DNP; 2014, The University of Kansas
MS; 2009, The University of Kansas
BSN; 1984, McMaster University

Faculty & Staff

Kathy

Adamson

Senior Administrative Assistant

School of Business and Digital Media

Amanda

Addis

Associate Professor, Simulation & Skill Lab Director

School of Nursing

Linda

Alexander

Professor, Director Career & Workforce Development

Continuing Education

Beth

Ashley

Director of Partnerships and Student Success

Erin

Augustine

Associate Professor, School Counseling Track Coordinator

School of Counselor Education

Heidi

Baldridge

Compliance Coordinator

School of Nursing

Rosalie

Barnes

Admissions and Internship Administrator

School of Counselor Education

Aaron

Bohn

Associate Professor of Digital Communications

Arts and Humanities

Christina

Bohn

Associate Professor of Old Testament

Christian Ministry and Formation

Britney

Bowls

Student Success Advisor

Jeanne

Bradford

Executive Administrative Assistant

School of Business and Digital Media

Mark

Brown

Professor of Mathematics/Mathematics Education, Faculty Athletics Representative

Jamie

Brubaker

Admissions Events Coordinator

Pam

Burrus

Accelerated United Elementary Education program coordinator

Amy

Cain

Associate Professor of Counselor Education, Department Chair

School of Counselor Education

David

Carter

Professor of Counselor Education

School of Counselor Education

Seyenna

Cavazos

Administrative Assistant

Yorton

Clark Jr.

Professor of Business and Marketing, Associate Dean and Unit Head,

School of Business and Digital Media

Randy

Cloud

Assistant to the President For Church Relations

Chelsea

Comadoll

Associate Professor of Chemistry

Chris

Crawford

Associate Professor and Director, Athletic Training Program

Marty

Crossland

Associate Vice President of Instructional Technology and Online Education Professor and Chair, Computer Information Systems Programs

Kristin