Faculty

Ahmed AbuHussein, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. Tafila Technical University
M.S. University of Memphis
Ph.D. University of Memphis

Heather Adams, Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Program
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
M.P.A.S. Chatham College

Mahesh C. Aggarwal, Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S. I.I.T. Kanpur, U.P. India
M.S. Marquette University
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Peter Agresti, Assistant Teaching Professor of Legal Studies and Pre-Law and History, Program Director for Legal Studies and Pre-Law Programs and University Ombudsman
B.A. University of Pittsburgh
J.D. University of Pittsburgh Law School

Jennifer R. Allen-Catellier, Associate Professor of Communication and the Arts, Program Director for Strategic Communication and Co-director of School of Communication and the Arts
B.A. Mercyhurst University
M.A. Edinboro University
Ph.D. University at Buffalo

Shawna Alonge, Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Physician Assistant
B.S. Gannon University
MPAS Gannon University

Carol Amann, Ph.D., RN, Associate Professor
A.S.N. Villa Maria College
B.S.N. Pennsylvania State University
M.S.N. Gannon University
Ph.D. Oklahoma City University

Gregory M. Andraso, Professor
B.A. Hiram College
Ph.D. Indiana University

Quyen Aoh, Associate Professor of Biology and Associate Director of Biology
B.S. James Madison University
Ph.D. University of Virginia

Robin S. Archer, Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
B.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. Kent State University

Parris Baker, Associate Professor of Social Work, Program Director of Social Work, Mortuary Science and Gerontology
B.A. Gannon University
M.S.W. Case Western Reserve University
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Lydia W. Barry, Assistant Professor of Philosophy
B.A. Sarah Lawrence College
M.A. Boston College
Ph.D. Boston College

Carolyn G. Baugh, Associate Professor of History, Women’s Studies Program Director
B.A. Duke University
M.A. University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania

Benjamin M. Baughman, Associate Professor of Program Director for Applied Intelligence
B.S. East Carolina University
M.S. The University of Liverpool
Ph.D. University of Huddersfield

Ria J. Betush, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.S. Grove City College
M.S. University of Rochester
Ph.D. University of Rochester

Mark C. Blair, Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer and Information Science
B.A. Mercyhurst University
M.S. Gannon University

Jeffrey H. Bloodworth, Professor of History, Director of Public Service and Global Affairs program
B.A. Missouri State University
M.A. Missouri State University
Ph.D. Ohio University

Ann M. Bomberger, Associate Professor of English
B.A. Allegheny College
Ph.D. State University of New York at Stony Brook

Melissa Borgia-Askey, Assistant Professor of English
B.A. Edinboro University
M.S. Mercyhurst University
Ph.D. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Lisa Brown, Assistant Teaching Professor of Education
B.S. Edinboro University
M.Ed. Edinboro University
D.Ed. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Eric Brownlee, Professor of Sport Business; Chairperson – Department of Marketing, Entrepreneurship and Sport Business
B.S. Slippery Rock University
M.S. Slippery Rock University
Ph.D. University of Louisville

Amy Brzuz, Associate Professor and Program Director of Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
O.T.D. Chatham University

Jeremy Christopher Cannell, Instructor of Computer and Information Science, Instructor of Foreign Languages
B.Sc. University of Surrey, Guildford, England
M.S.E.S. Gannon University

Natasha Camera Peterson, Assistant Teaching Professor and Director of Clinical Education of Physician Assistant Program
B.S. Gannon University
MPAS Gannon University

Renee M. Castrigano, Associate Professor of Accounting; Chairperson – Department of Accounting, Economics, and Finance
B.S. John Carroll University
M.S. Cleveland State University
D.B.A. Cleveland State University

T. Andrew Caswell, Associate Professor of Psychology
B.S. Bethany College
M.A. Marshall University
Ph.D. University of South Florida

Michael J. Caulfield, Professor of Mathematics
B.A. Mount St. Mary’s College
M.A. University of Maryland
Ph.D. West Virginia University

Kimberly Cavanagh, DHSc, PA-C, Associate Professor of Physician Assistant, Dean of the Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences
B.S. Siena College
P.A. Alleghany University of the Health Sciences (now Drexel University)
MPAS University of Nebraska Medical Center
DHSc Nova Southeastern University

Christine Cedzo, Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.S. Gannon University
M.A. University of Arizona

Longyan Chen, Assistant Professor of Biomedical, Industrial and Systems Engineering
B.E. Nanchang University
M.S. Graduate University of Chinese Academy of Sciences
Ph.D. Western University

Betty Jo Chitester, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.A. Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Youngstown State University
Ph.D. Kent State University

Lindsay Church, Assistant Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator of Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University
O.T.D. Gannon University

Gerald C. Clark, Jr., Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
B.A. Edinboro University
M.A. C.U.N.Y. John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Ph.D. Capella University

Nicholas Conklin, Professor and Chairperson of Physics, Program Director for Science
B.S. Grove City College
Ph.D. Pennsylvania State University

Diann Cooper, Assistant Teaching Professor of Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Ronald Cuzzola, Associate Teaching Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Radiologic Sciences
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Mercyhurst College

Prasad S. Dalvi, Associate Professor of Biology
M.D. Donetsk State Medical Institute/University
Ph.D. University of Toronto

Elizabeth Daoust, Assistant Teaching Professor of Speech-Language Pathology
B.A. Penn State University
M.A. Edinboro University

Matthew Darling, Assistant Professor and Chairperson English Department
B.A. University of Kentucky
M.A. Michigan State University
Ph.D. Marquette University

Eric Dart, Associate Professor of Theology and Chairperson Philosophy and Theology Department
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Gannon University
Ph.D. Duquesne University

Christopher Dempsey, Associate Professor of Biology and Program Director of Freshwater and Marine Biology
B.S. Lycoming College
M.S. Lehigh University
Ph.D. Lehigh University

Kathryn Denison, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. The University of Akron
M.S.N. The Pennsylvania State University

Geoffrey D. Dietz, Professor and Chairperson of Mathematics
B.S. University of Dayton
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Derek F. DiMatteo, Assistant Professor of English
B.A. Wesleyan University
M.A.T. Tufts University
M.A. Indiana University Bloomington
Ph.D. Indiana University Bloomington

Lindsey J. DiTirro, Assistant Professor of Communication Arts and Program Director of Advertising and Public Relations
B.A. University of Dayton
M.A. University of Dayton
Ph.D. Purdue University

Amy L. Doolan, Associate Dean of the Dahlkemper School of Business
B.S. Gannon University
M.B.A. Gannon University
D.B.A. Anderson University

Tania S. Flink, Professor of Applied Exercise Science
B.S. University of Illinois at Urbana
M.S. University of Illinois at Urbana
Ph.D. Arizona State University

Renee Foradori, Associate Teaching Professor of Biology, Anatomy and Physiology Lab Coordinator
B.S. Indiana University of Pennsylvania
M.S. University of Massachusetts

Aaron Forbes, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.S. Whitworth University
Ph.D. Notre Dame University

Leighann S. Forbes, Associate Professor of Education, Associate Dean for Faculty and Development College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.Ed. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ed.D. Duquesne University

Brittney Franley, Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Physician Assistant
B.S. B.A., John Carroll University
MSHS, Cleveland State University

Matthew Gacura, Associate Professor of Biology
B.S. Youngstown State University
M.S. Youngstown State University
Ph.D. Kent State University

Robyn Gaier, Assistant Professor of Philosophy
B.S.B.A. Bowling Green State University
B.A. Bowling Green State University
M.A. Ohio University
Ph.D. Saint Louis University

Bradlee W. Gamblin, Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.S. Eastern Kentucky University
M.S. Eastern Kentucky University
Ph.D. University of North Dakota

Mike Ganger, Professor of Biology
B.S. Siena Heights University
M.S. University of New Hampshire
Ph.D. University of New Hampshire

Lauren M. Garski, Assistant Professor of English and Writing Intensive Coordinator
B.A. Walsh University
M.A. University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Ph.D. Bowling Green State University

David J. Gee, Associate Professor and Chairperson of Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of California at Davis
M.S. Boston University
Ph.D. Boston University

Mary Carol Gensheimer, Assistant Professor and Program Director Communication Arts
B.S. Clarion University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Clarion University of Pennsylvania

Shreelina Ghosh, Assistant Professor of English and Writing Program Director
B.A. University of Calcutta, India
M.A. University of Calcutta, India
Ph.D. Michigan State University

Janna Gonwa, Assistant Professor and Program Director, Theology Program
B.A. University of North Carolina
M.Div. Regent University
M.A. Tufts University
M.A. University of Chicago School of Divinity
Ph.D. Yale University

Ashley Greenthaner, Assistant Teaching Professor of Physical Therapy and Coordinator of the Undergraduate Physical Therapy Program
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
DPT Youngstown State University

Kristen Grippe, Associate Professor of Physician Assistant
B.S. Gannon University
MPAS Gannon University

Beth Gustafson, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S. Quinnipiac College
M.S.Ed. University of Dayton
DHSc University of Indianapolis

Melanie Gustafson-Ropski, Associate Professor of Biology, Director of Pre-Health Programs, Director of Medical Laboratory Science Program
B.S. Montana State University
M.A. Indiana State University

Jessica L. Hartnett, Professor of Psychology
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.A. Northern Illinois University
Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Richard P. Hauser, Associate Professor of Finance
B.S. Purdue University
M.B.A. California Coast University
Ph.D. Kent State University

Julia Hawkins-Pokabla, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.S.O.T. University of Scranton
O.T.D. Chatham University

Ethan Hayden, Assistant Teaching Professor of Media Arts
B.M. University of North Texas
M.A. University of Buffalo (SUNY)
Ph.D. University of Buffalo (SUNY)

Patrick Headley, Professor of Mathematics
B.S. Case Western Reserve University
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Matthew S. Heerboth, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.S. Truman State University
Ph.D. Florida State University

Patricia Hemshrodt, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. University of Pittsburgh
M.S.N. Duquesne University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Joshua Henry, Assistant Professor, Director of Clinical Education
B.S. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Kurt E. Hersch, Associate Teaching Professor of Entrepreneurship
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.B.A. New York University

Perry Hilburn, Assistant Teaching Professor of Physics
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Katherine Hill, Professor and Chair, Speech-Language Pathology
B.A. Edinboro State College
M.A. Edinboro State College
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Alexandra L. Holbrook, Assistant Teaching Professor of History
B.A. University of Guelph
M.A. McMaster University
Ph.D. McMaster University

Terry S. Holmes, Assistant Professor of Accounting
B.S. University of Toledo
M.B.A. University of Toledo
J.D. University of Toledo

Blake Hoppe, Associate Professor and Associate Director of Physician Assistant Program
B.S. Edinboro University
M.S. Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
D.O. Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

David Horne, Assistant Professor of Physics
B.Sc. University of Hertfordshire
M.S. University of Toledo
Ph.D. University of Toledo

Angela Howell, Assistant Teaching Professor and Theatre Technical Director
B.A. Gannon University
M.F.A. University of North Carolina Greensboro

Greylyn R. Hydinger, Assistant Professor of Theology
B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University
M.Div. Boston University
Ph.D. Boston University

Xiaoxu Ji, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Director of Biomedical Engineering
B.S. Beijing Information Science and Technology University
M.S. Lakehead University
Ph.D. Western University

Kellie Jircitano, Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.S. Pennsylvania State University at Erie, The Behrend College
Ph.D. University of South Carolina

Nicole L. John-Danzell, Assistant Professor of Sociology/Social Work
B.S. Cameron University
M.A. Kansas State University
Ph.D. Kansas State University

Mark A. Jubulis, Associate Professor and Program Director of Political Science
B.A. Canisius College
M.A. University of Notre Dame
Ph.D. University of Notre Dame

Yong-Kyu Jung, Associate Professor of Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. Korea University
M.S. Georgia Institute of Technology
Ph.D. Georgia Institute of Technology

Varun Kasaraneni, Associate Professor of Environmental Science and Engineering
B.S. Acharya Nagarjuna University
M.S. Youngstown State University
Ph.D. University of Rhode Island

Rev. Michael T. Kesicki, Assistant Professor of Philosophy and Foreign Languages
B.S. Gannon University
S.T.B. St. Mary’s Seminary and University
M.Div. St. Mary’s Seminary and University

Rashid Ali Khan, Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer and Information Science
B.Sc. University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
M.Sc. University of Portsmouth, UK
Ph.D. University of Portsmouth, UK

Hwidong Kim, Professor of Environmental Science and Engineering
B.S. Inha University
M.S. Inha University
Ph.D. University of Florida

Douglas J. King, Professor of English
B.A. State University of New York at Buffalo
M.A. George Washington University
Ph.D. Duquesne University

Barbara Kitcey, Instructor of Learning Disabilities Program
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Reading Specialist Certification, Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Suzanne Kitts, Associate Professor of Applied Exercise Science, Program Director of Nutrition and Human Performance
B.S. The Pennsylvania State University
M.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. Walden University

Elisa M. Konieczko, Professor of Biology
B.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Martha Kosir, Professor and Director of Global Languages and Cultures Program
B.A. Duquesne University
M.A. University of Notre Dame
Ph.D. Vanderbilt University

Keith Michael Krise, Professor and Chairperson of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Director of Biochemistry Program, Director of Chemical Engineering Program
B.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. The Pennsylvania State University

Stephanie Kubiak, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.A. Ohio State University
M.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. Nova Southeastern University

Priyan Malarvizhi Kumar, Visiting Teaching Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Science
B.Tech. Anna University, India
M.Tech. Vellore Institute of Technology, India
Ph.D. Vellore Institute of Technology, India

Michelle Kuns, Associate Teaching Professor of Biology
B.S. University of Minnesota
M.S. University of Minnesota – Duluth

Joseph T. Kuvshinikov, Associate Professor of Business Administration
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.B.A. Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Kyle LaPaglia, Assistant Professor of Education and Director of School of Education
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Western Governor’s University
Ed.D. Florida Gulf Coast University

Chelsea Lasky-McFarlin, Assistant Teaching Professor of Physical Therapy
B.A. Case Western Reserve University
DPT Boston University

Michael J. Latzer, Associate Professor of Philosophy
B.A. McMaster University
M.A. University of Ottawa
Ph.D. University of Toronto

Nicole Lavery, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University
O.T.D. Chatham University

Wookwon Lee, Professor and Chair of Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. Inha University
M.S. George Washington University
D.Sc. George Washington University

Kristine S. Legters, Associate Dean, School of Rehabilitative Sciences, Morosky College of Health Professions and Sciences
B.A. Northwestern College
B.S. S.U.N.Y. Upstate Medical Center
M.S. Gannon University
D.Sc. Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

David R. LeVan, Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University
D.H.Sc. University of Indianapolis

Constance Lewis, Assistant Teaching Professor of Physical Therapy and Co-Director of Clinical Education DPT
B.S. Cornell University
DPT University of Pittsburgh

Sara Lichtenwalter, Associate Professor of Social Work
B.A. LaRoche College
M.S.W. University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Richard G. Ligo, Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.S. Westminster College
M.S. University of Iowa
Ph.D. University of Iowa

Lori Lindley, Associate Professor of Psychology and Dean of College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
B.A. University of Notre Dame
M.S. Iowa State University
Ph.D. Iowa State University

He Liu, Associate Professor of Biology
B.S. University of Science and Technology of China
Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin

Yunkai Liu, Professor of Computer and Information Science, Director of Computer and Information Science Graduate Program
B.S. University of Science and Technology (China)
M.S. University of Science and Technology (China)
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago
Ph.D. West Virginia University

Sarah Livick-Moses, Assistant Professor of Theology
B.A. Hellenic College
M.T.S. Boston College
Ph.D. Boston College

Emmett J. Lombard, Professor and Outreach Librarian
B.A. Pembroke State University
M.S.L.S. Clarion University
M.A. Gannon University

Julia M. Mack, Assistant Professor and Director of Criminal Justice Program, Program Director of Sociology, Chairperson of Department of Justice Studies and Human Services, and Associate Dean for Curriculum and Student Affairs College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
B.S. Saint Francis University
M.A. Bowling Green State University
Ph.D. Bowling Green State University

Kate MacPhedran, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.P.T. Gannon University
Ph.D. Western Michigan University

Christopher N. Magno, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
B.S. Philippine Normal University
M.A. University of the Philippines
Ph.D. Indiana University Bloomington

Jennifer D. Majewski, Associate Teaching Professor of Physician Assistant Program
B.S. Grove City College
M.S. Arcadia University

Fong-Kiong Mak, Professor of Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S.E.E. West Virginia University
M.S. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Carlos Mamani, Associate Professor of Global Languages and Culture
B.A. Brown University
M.A. University of Cincinnati
Ph.D. University of Cincinnati

Sheheeda M. Manakkadu, Associate Professor of Computer and Information Science
M.Sc. Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
M.Eng Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Ph.D. Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Barbara Manko, Assistant Teaching Professor of Marketing
B.S. Point Park University
MBA Point Park University
D.Sc. Robert Morris University

Rev. T. Shane Mathew, Teaching Instructor of Theology, Director of Interdisciplinary Studies Program
B.S. Gannon University
M.Div. St. Mary’s Seminary and University
S.T.B. St. Mary’s Seminary and University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Richard Matovu, Associate Professor of Computer and Information Science; Coordinator Undergraduate Cyber Security Program
B.S. Makerere University
M.S. Makerere University
Ph.D. Texas Tech University

Josh Maurer, Assistant Professor of Management
B.S. Winona State University
MBA University of Wisconsin
Ph.D. Washington State University

William P. McAndrew, Associate Professor of Economics
B.S. Pennsylvania State University, The Behrend College
Ph.D. West Virginia University

Stephanie McElhaney, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Gannon University

Celene M. McIntyre, Assistant Teaching Professor of Supply Chain Management; Chair, Department of Management
B.S. Pennsylvania State University, the Behrend College
M.B.A. Gannon University
D.B.A. Liberty University

Amber Mecca, Assistant Teaching Professor of Nursing
B.S.N. Waynesburg University
M.S.N. Gannon University
D.N.P. Gannon University

Jill Merritt, Associate Professor of Education and Coordinator of Clinical Experiences
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.Ed. Youngstown State University
Ph.D. Capella University

Michael J. Messina, Professor of Marketing
B.S. John Carroll University
M.B.A. Youngstown State University
Ph.D. Kent State University

Robert Michael, Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Akron
M.S. Case Western Reserve University
Ph.D. Case Western Reserve University

Holly Mihaly, Assistant Teaching Professor of Radiological Sciences
B.S. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Russell L. Minton, Professor and Chairperson of Biology
B.S. University of Wisconsin-Parkside
M.S. University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Ph.D. University of Alabama

Janet Minzenberger, Assistant Teaching Professor of Nursing
B.S.N. Edinboro University
M.S.N. Indiana State University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Rebecca Mokris, Associate Professor and Program Director of Athletic Training
B.S. Indiana University
M.S. West Virginia University
M.S. California University of PA
D.Ed. Indiana University of PA

Sean Morphy, Instructor and Digital Media Center Director
B.A. Gannon University

Kaustav Mukherjee, Associate Professor of English
B.A. Dinabandhu Andrews College
M.A. Calcutta University
Ph.D. Michigan State University

Jamie Myrose, Assistant Professor of Theology
B.A. Boston College
M.T.S. University of Notre Dame
Ph.D. Boston College

Blase A. Nicolia, Assistant Teaching Professor of Accounting
B.B.A. Niagara University
M.B.A. State University of New York at Buffalo

Benyawarath (Yaa) Nithithanatchinnapat, Assistant Teaching Professor of Business
B.S. Mahidol University, Thailand
M.S. and MBA The University of Akron
Ph.D. Washington State University

Lisa J. Nogaj, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Associate Dean for School of Sciences
B.S. State University of New York at Fredonia
M.S. University of Rochester
Ph.D. University of Rochester

P. Nuk Oden, Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling
B.A. Houghton College
M.A. Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D. Regent University

Ikechukwu P. Ohu, Associate Professor of Industrial and Robotics Engineering, Program Director of Industrial and Robotics Engineering
B.Eng. Ambrose Alli University
M.S. Southern Illinois University
Ph.D. Southern Illinois University

Jacalyn Oravec, Instructor of Respiratory Care, Polysomnography
B.S. Pima Medical Institute
MPA. Grand Canyon University

Junayed Pasha, Assistant Professor of Industrial and Robotics Engineering
B.S. University of Engineering & Technology (Bangladesh)
M.E. Florida State University
Ph.D. Florida State University

Tyler Perkins, Assistant Teaching Professor of Philosophy
B.A. Saint Francis College
M.A. The New School for Social Research

Davide Piovesan, Professor of Biomedical Engineering
M.S. University of Padua
Ph.D. University of Padua

Dominic Prianti, Assistant Teaching Professor and Honors Program Director
A.A. Suffolk County Community College
B.A. State University of New York
M.A. North Illinois University

David Prier, Professor of Mathematics
B.S. University of Dayton
M.S. Auburn University
Ph.D. Auburn University

Karen Probst, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University
O.T.D. Gannon University

Lisa Quinn, Associate Professor of Nursing
B.S.N. Villa Maria College
M.S.N. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. Kent State University

Md Tajmilur Rahman, Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Science
B.S. Northern University
Ph.D. Concordia University

John D. Ranney, Associate Professor of Psychology
B.A. Northwestern College
M.A. University of Northern Colorado
M.S. North Dakota State University
Ph.D. North Dakota State University

Jenna A. Rappold, Instructor of Applied Exercise Science
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Gannon University

Robert Reiter, Assistant Teaching Professor of Biology
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. Duquesne University

Fr. David Renne, Instructor of Theology
B.A. Gannon University
M.Div. Saint Vincent Seminary
S.T.L. The Catholic University of America

Suzanne Richard, Professor of History and Theology
B.A. Gannon University
Ph.D. Johns Hopkins University

John C. Roberts, Jr, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training
B.S. James Madison University
M.S. Old Dominion University
D.Ed. University of Louisiana Monroe

Melissa Robertson, Associate Teaching Professor of Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Gannon University

Courtney Roca, Assistant Professor and Interim Program Chair DPT
B.S. Marymount University
DPT Marymount University
Ed.D. University of New England

Luke Rosielle, Associate Professor of Psychology, Program Director; Undergraduate Psychology, Chairperson of Psychology and Counseling Department
B.S. Iowa State University
M.S. Iowa State University
Ph.D. Iowa State University

M. Garrett Roth, Associate Professor of Economics
B.S. Lehigh University
M.S. Lehigh University
Ph.D. State University of New York at Binghamton

Emilee Rotko, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Penn State Erie, The Behrend College
M.S.N. Capella University

Christine Saber, Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.S. Wheeling Jesuit University
Ph.D. Virginia Commonwealth University

Anjali Sahay, Associate Professor of Political Science and Director of School of Public Service and Global Affairs
B.A. Delhi University
M.A. Delhi University
Ph.D. Old Dominion University

Sreela Sasi, Professor of Computer and Information Science
B.S. University of Kerala, India
M.S. University of Idaho
Ph.D. Wayne State University

Gail Schroeder, Associate Teaching Professor, Program Director Radiologic Sciences
B.S.A.S. Youngstown State University
M.P.H. Kent State University

Zachary Schumucker, Assistant Teaching Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
DPT Gannon University

Lisabeth Searing, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N. Case Western University
M.S.N. University of Illinois at Chicago
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Erin Shuss, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training
B.A. Baldwin Wallace University
M.H.S. University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Ed.D. University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

Donna Skelly, Associate Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
M.S. University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D. Nova Southeastern University

Kristen Snarski, Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy, Coordinator of the Minor in Innovation and Creativity, and Interim Associate Program Director DPT
B.S. Ithaca College
M.H.S. University of Indianapolis
Ph.D. Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Richard D. Stachel, Associate Professor of Healthcare Administration; Program Director of Master of Healthcare Administration and Online Master of Business Administration
B.A. Duquesne University
M.B.A. Point Park University
D.Sc. Robert Morris University

Natalie Stano, Assistant Teaching Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Academic Safety Officer
B.S. University of Dayton
M.S. Ohio State University
Ph.D. University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Elizabeth Starns, Assistant Professor of Applied Exercise Science
B.S. Manchester University
M.S. Gannon University
D.Ed. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Mackenzie Starns, Assistant Professor and Clinical Coordinator of Physician Assistant Department
B.S. Baldwin-Wallace College
MHS Drexel University

Kory Stauffer, Professor and Chairperson of Applied Exercise Science
B.S. Ursinus College
M.S. University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Scott Steinbrink, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Colorado
M.S. Auburn University
Ph.D. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Shayan Taheri, Assistant Professor of Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.Sc. National University of Iran
M.Sc. Utah State University
Ph.D. University of Central Florida

Mei-Huei Tang, Professor and Chair of Computer and Information Science
B.A. National Cheng Chi University
M.S. State University of New York
Ph.D. State University of New York

Weslene Tanner Tallmadge, Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
B.A. Washington & Jefferson College
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Jizhou Tong, Assistant Professor of Computer and Information Science; Program Director of Undergraduate Cybersecurity
B.Sc. Dalian Polytechnic University, China
M.Sc. Dalian Polytechnic University, China
Ph.D. The University of Toledo, Toledo

Hamid Torab, Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Tehran
M.S. University of Michigan
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Barbara M. Townsend, Associate Teaching Professor of Psychology
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.S. Gannon University

Samuel Tweneboah-Koduah, Assistant Teaching Professor of Computer and Information Science
B.Sc. Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana
M.Sc. University of Westminster, London
M.Sc. Oxford Brookes University, Oxford
Ph.D. Aarhus University, Denmark

Phelecia A. Udoko, Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.A. Louisiana Tech University
M.A. Louisiana Tech University
Ph.D. Louisiana Tech University

Jonathan Al Habib Ullah, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
B.S. Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
M.S. North Dakota State University
Ph.D. North Dakota State University

Jonathan Ulrich, Assistant Teaching Professor of Physical Therapy
B.S. Northeastern University
M.S. Northeastern University
DPT Shenandoah University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Mary C. Vagula, Professor of Biology
M.Sc. Osmania University, India
Ph.D. Osmania University, India

Gary Vanderlaan, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S. Truman State University
Ph.D. University of Missouri–Columbia

Karinna M. Vernaza, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Dean of the College of Engineering and Business
B.S. United States Merchant Marine Academy
M.S. University of Notre Dame
Ph.D. University of Notre Dame

John M. Vohlidka, Associate Professor of History Program
B.A. Montclair State College
M.A. Northeast Missouri State University
Ph.D. University of Akron

Katie Waddell, Assistant Professor of Education
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.Ed. Gannon University
Ed.D. University of Virginia

Lei Wang, Assistant Professor of Finance
B.S. Jilian University
MBA University at Buffalo (SUNY), M.S., University of New Orleans
Ph.D. University of New Orleans

Yijing Wang, Assistant Professor of Visual Art and Design
B.A. East China Normal University
M.A. Arizona State University
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Xiangjing (Emma) Wei, Associate Professor of Risk Management and Insurance
B.S. University of International Business and Economics
M.S. Graduate School of People’s Bank of China
M.A. Georgia State University
Ph.D. Georgia State University

Kathleen Williams, Instructor of Athletic Training and Sport and Exercise Science
B.S. Mercyhurst University
M.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Jason Willow, Assistant Professor and Chairperson of Sport and Exercise Science
B.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Miami University
Ph.D. The Pennsylvania State University

Rebecca A. Willow, Associate Professor and Program Director, Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program
B.A. Allegheny College
M.A. Bowling Green State University
M.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ed.D. Duquesne University

Jordan Wolfe, Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre and Program Director of Theatre and Communication Arts Program
B.A. Jamestown College
M.A. University of North Dakota
M.F.A. University of Minnesota

Megan Woller, Associate Professor of Fine Arts and Co-director of School of Communication and the Arts
B.M. Saint Mary’s College
M.M. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Ph.D. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Theodore Yeshion, Teaching Professor of Criminal Justice and Director of Criminalistics Program
B.S. York College of the City University of New York
M.S. The George Washington University
Ph.D. State University of New York at Buffalo

Jinhee Yoo, Professor of Sport Management and Marketing
B.A. Kangwon National University
M.A. Kangwon National University
Ph.D. University of Minnesota

Tia Young, Assistant Teaching Professor
B.S. Claflin University
Ph.D. SUNY Albany

Mengzhong Zhang, Professor of Public Administration and Program Director of Public Administration
B.S. Lanzhou University, China
M.L. Renmin University of China
Ph.D. Rutgers University

Lin Zhao, Professor of Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.Sc. Shandong University
M.Sc. Shandong University
Ph.D. University of Western Ontario

ADJUNCT FACULTY

Jillian Abata, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Walden University

Bernadette Agresti, Lecturer in Legal Studies
B.A. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Bryan Allison, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Alabama
M.S. University of Alabama
Ph.D. University of Florida

Dan Arndt, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. Edinboro University
M.Ed. Edinboro University

James Augeri, Lecturer in Graduate Business Studies
B.S. University of Nebraska
M.A. University of Nebraska
Ph.D. Air Force Institute of Technology

Sheldon T. Bailey, Lecturer in Physics and IRE
B.S. Penn State Erie, The Behrend College
M.S. The Ohio State University
Ph.D. The Ohio State University

Stephanie Barnhizer, Lecturer in Philosophy
A.A. Northwestern Michigan College
B.A. Grand Valley University
M.A. Bowling Green State University

Greg Beardsley, Lecturer in Education
B.S. Edinboro University
M.Ed. Edinboro University
Advanced Administrative Certifications, Edinboro University

Kaylynn Beck, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University

Jason Becker, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.A. SUNY Oswego
M.S.A. Canisius College

Mike Beiter, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.A. Pennsylvania State University

Edward J. Betza, Lecturer in Business Administration and Sociology
B.A. Pennsylvania State University
J.D. University of Wisconsin Law School

Ryan Bookhamer, Lecturer in Industrial and Robotics Engineering
B.Tech. Art Institute of Philadelphia
M.I.D. Pratt Institute
M.Ed. Mercyhurst University

Jessica Bourke, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Department
B.S. Gannon University
M.P.A.S. Gannon University

Michael A. Bova, Lecturer in Business Administration, Environmental Science and Engineering
B.S. Indiana University of Pennsylvania
M.B.A. University of Hartford

Margaret Boyd, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Villa Maria College
M.S.N. Gannon University
D.N.P. Gannon University

Berwyn Moore Brooker, Lecturer in English
B.A. University of North Carolina
M.F.A. Bowling Green State University

Linda Brown, Lecturer in Foreign Language
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Edinboro University

Jean Bulmer, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. University of Pennsylvania
M.S.N. University of Pennsylvania
D.N.P. Case Western Reserve University Cleveland

Anna Buto, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University

Jenelle Caiazza, Instructor in Respiratory Care
B.S. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Michele Campbell, Lecturer in Education
B.A. Lake Erie College for Women
M.S. Gannon University
Ed.D. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Jim Caputo, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Studies
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Nathan Carlin, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Gannon University

Diane E. Chido, Lecturer in Political Science
B.A. American University
M.A. University of Pittsburgh
M.Sc. Mercyhurst University

Rev. Shawn Jeffrey Clerkin, Lecturer in Fine Arts and Theatre
B.A. Gannon University
M.F.A. Virginia Commonwealth University
M.Div. Bexley Hall Seminary

John Coffman, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.A. Duquesne University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Molly E. Collingwood, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Mount Carmel College of Nursing
M.S.N. Miami University of Ohio

Thomas Comstock, Lecturer in Business Administration Management and Public Administration
B.B.A. St. Bonaventure University
M.B.A. Pennsylvania State University

David J. Conde, Lecturer in Criminal Justice
B.A. Gannon University

Veronica Connaroe-Seip, Lecturer in Education
B.A. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Jane Cooke Francis, Lecturer in Business Administration and Management
B.S. Clarion University of Pennsylvania
M.B.A. Gannon University

Brad Cooper, Instructor of Nursing
B.S. Purdue University
M.B.A. New England College
Pharm.D. Purdue University

Brandy Cortes, Lecturer in Psychology
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Erin Currier, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Edinboro University

James DeMeo, Lecturer in Sport Business
B.A. Long Island University
M.S. Adelphi University

Sean Dent, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N. Pennsylvania State University
M.S.N. University of Pittsburgh
D.N.P. Gannon University

Allison DiPlacido, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. University of Pittsburgh

Ben Distefano, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.A. Toccoa Falls College
M.A. Liberty University

Denise Divins, Lecturer in English
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Gannon University

Amy Doty, Lecturer in English
B.A. Grove City College
M.A. Gannon University

Alyson N. Eagle, Lecturer in Psychology
B.A. Penn State Erie - The Behrend College
M.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Angela Eller, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Department
B.S. Gannon University
Pharm.D. Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Nicholas Emmanuele, Lecturer in Education
B.S. Gannon University
M.A. Gannon University
M.Ed. Penn State World Campus

Andrew Fair, Lecturer in Biomedical, Industrial, and Systems Engineering
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

David A. Fair, CPA, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Pennsylvania State University

Jessica Feasler, Lecturer in Nursing
B.S.N. Penn State Behrend

Shawn W. Feiock, Lecturer in Chemistry
B.S. Pennsylvania State University

Paul Flynn, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. Case Institute of Technology
M.S. Case Western Reserve University
Ph.D. Case Western Reserve University

Nicole Friedl, Lecturer in Nursing
B.S.N. Penn State Behrend
D.N.P. University of Pittsburgh

Gina Fulgenzio, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Department
B.S. Gannon University
M.P.A.S. Gannon University

Xin Gao, Lecturer in Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. Jilin University
M.S. Lakehead University
Ph.D. Western University

Mary Gavacs, Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy
B.S. SUNY Buffalo
M.Ed. Pennsylvania State University

William A. Geary, Medical Director, UPMC Chautauqua WCA Medical Laboratory Science Program
Ph.D. Washington University
M.D. University of Virginia

David George, Lecturer in Environmental Science and Engineering
B.S. University of Delaware
M.S. Pennsylvania State University

Elizabeth George, Lecturer in Biology

Laura Gerow, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Mercyhurst University
M.S. Mercyhurst University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Fr. Jason A. Glover, Lecturer in Theology
B.A. Gannon University
S.T.B. Saint Mary’s Seminary and University
M.Div. Saint Mary’s Seminary and University
S.T.L. Saint Mary’s Seminary and University

Megan Goodrich, Instructor in Athletic Training Program/Applied Exercise Science
B.S. Mercyhurst University
M.A. University of North Carolina

Sarah Granahan, Lecturer in Education
B.S. The Pennsylvania State University
Expert in Bilingual Education Certificate, International University of Catalonia
ESL Program Specialist Certification, PK-12

Emily Grenci, Lecturer in Theology
B.S. Edinboro University
M.A. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Paulina Gruber, Instructor in Athletic Training Program
B.S. St. Bonaventure University
M.S. Daemen University

Caleb D. Gundlach, Lecturer in Theology
M.A. University of Dallas
M.Div. Knox Theological Seminary

Venu G. Gupta, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
M.S. University of Akron

William P. Haggerty, Lecturer in Philosophy
B.A. University of Scranton
M.A. Boston College
Ph.D. Boston College

Keith A. Hardner, Instructor in Criminal Justice
B.A. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Michele G. Harms, Program Director, Medical Laboratory Science Program, UPMC Chautauqua
A.S. Jamestown Community College
B.S. State University of New York at Fredonia
M.T. Rochester General Hospital School of Medical Technology
M.S. State University of New York at Fredonia

Erin Hart, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.A. Ohio State University
M.Ed. University of Pittsburgh

Andrew Harrington, Lecturer in Theology
B.S. John Carroll University
M.A. Duquesne University
Ph.D. Duquesne University

Karalyn Headley, Lecturer in English
B.A. Gannon University
M.Litt. Mary Baldwin University
M.F.A. Mary Baldwin University

Sharon Heidecker, Lecturer in Nursing
B.S.N. Villa Maria College
M.S.N. Gannon University

Megan Hines, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University

Emily Hirsch, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Edinboro University
M.S.N. University of Phoenix

David M. Hoch, Lecturer in Environmental Science and Engineering
A.B. Haverford College
M.Phil. University of Cambridge
Ph.D. University of Cambridge

Melinda B. Holliday, Lecturer in Education and English
B.S. Indiana University of Pennsylvania
M.A. Gannon University

Margaret Horne, Lecturer in Business Administration
A.S. Pennsylvania State University
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.B.A. Pennsylvania State University

Christina H. Hoyt, Lecturer in Education
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
M.Ed. Edinboro University
Advanced Administrative Certification, Edinboro University

Donna Huckno, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Gannon University

Joseph Hudson, Lecturer in Environmental Science
B.S. Gannon University
M.S.E.H. Gannon University

David Hull, Lecturer in Environmental Science and Engineering
B.A. Grove City College
J.D. University of Pittsburgh School of Law

Briana Ianiro, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Mary Iwanenko, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.S., M.S. D’Youville College
O.T.D. Gannon University

John Jageman, Medical Director, Physician Assistant Program
M.D. Temple University

Gerald James, Lecturer in Liberal Studies
B.S. Immaculata University
M.S. Wilmington University

Christopher D. Johns, Lecturer in Biology
B.S. Edinboro University
M.S. Mercyhurst University

Sarah Johnson, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University

Stephen M. Johnson, Program Director, AHN Saint Vincent School of Medical Laboratory Science
B.S. The Pennsylvania State University
M.T. Saint Vincent Health Center School of Medical Technology
M.S. Ohio State University

Timothy B. Johnson, Lecturer in Psychology
B.S. Indiana University-Purdue University
Ph.D. Purdue University

Jessica Joy, Instructor in Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Aaron K. Kerr, Lecturer in Philosophy
B.A. Otterbein College
M.Div. Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
M.T.S. Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
Ph.D. Duquesne University

Elizabeth Kons, Lecturer in English
B.A. Mercyhurst College
M.A. Gannon University

Brian Krowicki, Lecturer in Legal Studies
B.A. University of Dayton
J.D. University of Pittsburgh

Brian L. Kuzman, Lecturer in Communication Arts
B.A. Ohio University
M.A. Ohio University
M.Div. Grace Seminary

Joseph Kwashnak, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.A. Tufts University
M.S. Boston University
M.B.A. Boston University

Shawn Lafferty, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.F.A. Kent State University

Richard Lamb, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.A. Mercyhurst University
M.S. Gannon University

Christopher Lange, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. Penn State Behrend
Ph.D. University of Southern Mississippi

Ashley Langer, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University

Lisa Lanning-Lowther, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Studies
B.S. Western Oregon University
M.S. Pacific University

Chet LaPrice, Lecturer in Communication Arts
B.A. Gannon University
M.B.A. Gannon University

D. Brian Lasher, Lecturer in Political Science
B.A. Allegheny College
M.A. Naval Postgraduate School
M.A. Army War College

Kimberly Letizio, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Gannon University

Janis Leinfuss, Instructor in Occupational Therapy
B.S. Quinnipiac University
M.S. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
O.T.D. Gannon University

Christine Linkie, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
B.A. Colgate University
M.S. Columbia University
Ph.D. Texas Woman’s University

John Lippert, Lecturer in Industrial Engineering
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.S. Pennsylvania State University

John Little, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Gannon University

Diane MacWilliams, Lecturer in Biology
B.S. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University
M.S. University of Florida

Allen Madura, Lecturer in Physics and Biomedical Engineering
B.S. Gannon University

David Marino, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Gannon University

Matthew Marriotti, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Mary McDade, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.S. Penn State University
M.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. Kent State University

Brian McIntyre, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Point Park University
M.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Kris Meekins, Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Detroit Mercy
M.S. Kettering Institute

Molly Minman, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.A. Robert Morris University
M.P.A. Gannon University
Ph.D. Gannon university

Richard W. Moodey, Lecturer in Sociology
B.A. Xavier University
M.A. University of Chicago
Ph.D. University of Chicago

Adam Mook, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Slippery Rock University
M.B.A. Gannon University

Charles M. Murphy, Lecturer in Social Work
B.A. Gannon College
M.S.W. State University of New York at Albany

Jamie Murphy, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Robert Morris University

Daniel Nick, Lecturer in Business Administration and Graduate Business Studies
B.A. Gannon University
M.S. University of Nevada
DHA, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Adam F. Nogaj, Lecturer in Mathematics
B.S. State University of New York at Fredonia
M.S. Rochester Institute of Technology
Ph.D. Gannon University

Rachel Nye, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Department
B.S. Gannon University
M.P.A.S. Gannon University

Patrick F. O’Connell, Lecturer in English, Theology, and Foreign Languages
B.A. The College of the Holy Cross
M.A. Yale University
M.A. Fordham University
Ph.D. Yale University
Ph.D. Fordham University

Anne O’Neill, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.A. Mercyhurst College
M.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Allison Pacansky, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Studies
B.S. Gannon University
M.P.A.S. Gannon University

Andrew Paris, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Grove City College

Erica L. Peterson, Lecturer in English
B.A. Penn State University
M.A. Wichita State University

Catherine Phillips, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Edinboro University
M.S.N. Gannon University

Jamie Plaster, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.S. Clarion University
M.S. Clarion University
M.Ed. Gannon University
Ph.D. Gannon University

Deborah Pora, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Pennsylvania State University
M.S.N. Kent State University
D.N.P. Edinboro University

Dorothy Porcello, Instructor in Occupational Therapy
B.S. Mississippi State University
M.S. Washington University
O.T.D. Gannon University

Amanda Porter, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Edinboro University
M.S. Gannon University

Todd Price, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.A.A. Central Michigan University
M.S. Eastern Illinois University
M.B.A. Ferris State University
Ph.D. Walden University

Bryan Prior, Lecturer in Philosophy
B.A. St. Bonaventure University
J.D. University of Pittsburgh

Krystal Rainey, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Penn State Behrend
M.S.N. California University of Pennsylvania

Jeffrey A. Richmond, Medical Director, Saint Vincent Hospital School of Medical Technology
B.A. West Virginia University
M.D. West Virginia University

Dominic R. Rios, ASL Instructor
B.S. University of Pittsburgh

Kathleen Roberts, M.S., LAT, ATC, Instructor, Master of Athletic Training
B.S. West Virginia University
M.S. Exercise Physiology/Sports Nutrition

Catherine Rodgers, Lecturer in Nursing
M.S.N. Walden University

Robert Rodgers, Lecturer in Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Drexel University

Charmaine Rohan, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Regis University
M.S.N. Regis University

Steven J. Ropski, Lecturer in Biology
B.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. Indiana State University

Joseph E. Rowane, Medical Director, Respiratory Care Program
B.S. Gannon University
D.O. University of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences

Timothy P. Rowe, Lecturer in Psychology
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.P.A. Gannon University

Laura E. Rutland, Lecturer in English
B.A. Emory University
M.A. Georgia State University
Ph.D. University of Tennessee

Kyrsten Sackett Fox, Lecturer in Psychology
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Kent State University

Nora Schillinger, Lecturer in History
A.A. Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts
B.A. Edinboro University
M.A. Edinboro University

Jeffrey Severance, Lecturer in Computer and Information Science
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.B.A. Gannon University

Katie Shaffer, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Pennsylvania State University

Melissa M. Shaffer, Program Director, Conemaugh School of Medical Laboratory Science
B.S. University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown
M.B.A. St. Francis University

Amy Simonsen, Lecturer in Environmental Science and Engineering
B.S. Clarion University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Catrina L. Sins, ASL Instructor
B.A. North Central Bible College

Jana Sossong, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.A. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Ashley Spadacene, Lecturer in Education
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.Ed. Gannon University

Ann Stancliff, Lecturer in Criminal Justice
B.A. Mercyhurst College
M.A. Mercyhurst College

Lee Steadman, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.F.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Lori Steadman, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.F.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

John Stone, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.B.A. Pennsylvania State University

Anne Styn, Lecturer in Criminal Justice
B.S. Mercyhurst University
M.S. Mercyhurst University

Keith D. Sundberg, Lecturer in Theology
B.A. Grove City College
M.Div. Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Philip Szmedra, Lecturer in Business and Economics
B.A. The Pennsylvania State University
M.S. University of Georgia
Ph.D. University of Georgia

Mariana Syrotiak, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.A. Theatre and Film Academy, Bucharest, Romania
M.A. School for International Training
M.A.T. School for International Training - Graduate Institute
Ph.D. Gannon University

Mary Jean Taylor, Lecturer in Physical Therapy and Public Health
B.S. Ithaca College
M.A. New York University
Ph.D. Rocky Mountain University

Kate Thiem, Lecturer in Fine Arts
B.M. Mercyhurst University
M.M. Mercyhurst University

Megan Thorpe, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Pennsylvania State University
M.S.N. Capella University

Kimberly J. Timer, Lecturer in Education and History
B.A. Denison University
M.B.A. University of Akron
J.D. University of Akron
M.Ed. Gannon University

Taylor Troyan, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Pennsylvania State University
M.S.N. Georgetown University

John Trucilla, Lecturer in Criminal Justice
B.A. University of Dayton
J.D. University of Dayton School of Law

Daniela Vassileva, Lecturer in Foreign Languages
B.A. Balkantourist, Bulgaria
M.A. University of Sofia, Bulgaria

Miles Vida, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.A. The Ohio State University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Kaleigh Vinesky, Lecturer in Physician Assistant Studies
B.S. Mercyhurst University
B.A. Mercyhurst University
M.S.P.A.S. Daemen College

Edwin Voll, Lecturer in History
B.S. SUNY College at Brockport
M.S. Buffalo State College

Stacey Walker, Lecturer in Business Administration and Management
B.S. Gannon University
M.B.A. Gannon University

Kimberly Walter, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Gannon University

Karin Wickwire, Instructor in Nursing
B.S. Allegheny College
B.S.N. Gannon University
D.N.P. University of Pittsburgh

Marilee Wilkosz, Lecturer in Communication and the Arts
B.S. Slippery Rock University
M.P.A. Gannon University

Michelle Wingerter, Instructor in Nursing
B.S.N. Gannon University
M.S.N. Walden University

Erin Wolf, Instructor in Occupational Therapy
B.S. Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University

Matthew Wolford, Instructor in Environmental Science and Engineering
B.A. Pennsylvania State University
J.D. Temple University

Alexander Woller, Lecturer in Fine Arts
B.A. University of Notre Dame
M.M. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Grant Yochim, Lecturer in Legal Studies
B.A. Pennsylvania State University
J.D. Cleveland State University

Sr. Charlotte Zalot, Lecturer in Theology
B.A. Chestnut Hill College
M.A. Saint Joseph College
M.Phil. Drew University
Ph.D. Drew University

Stephanie Zehner-Weunski, Clinical/Field Supervisor in Education
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

Lora H. Zill, Lecturer in English
B.A. Allegheny College
M.A. Gannon University

Daniel Zimmerman, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. DeVry University
M.B.A. DeVry University
D.M. Colorado Technical University

Kelly Zimmerman, Lecturer in Education
B.S. Duquesne University
M.Ed. Edinboro University

Brian A. Ziroli, Lecturer in Business Administration
B.S. Gannon University
M.B.A. Gannon University
D.B.A. Liberty University

Emeriti Faculty

Abdelrahman Aburachis, Professor Emeritus, Economics
B.S. American University
M.A. Detroit Institute of Technology
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Michael J. Acri, Professor Emeritus, Philosophy
A.B. Youngstown State University
M.A. Duquesne University

Kenneth W. Andersen, Professor Emeritus, Biology
B.S. Fort Hays Kansas State College
M.S. Fort Hays Kansas State College
Ph.D. University of New Mexico

Lydle Brinkle, Professor Emeritus, Geography
B.S. Southeast Missouri State College
M.A. Memphis State University

Michael L. Bucholtz, Professor Emeritus, Chemistry
B.S. Manchester College
Ph.D. Florida State University

Mehmet Cultu, Professor Emeritus, Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. Middle East Technical University
M.S. Middle East Technical University
Ph.D. Northwestern University

Grace Davies, Associate Professor Emeritus, Archivist
B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
M.L.S. Case Western Reserve University

Michael DeSanctis, Professor Emeritus, Fine Arts & Theology
B.A. State University of New York, College at Potsdam
M.F.A. Ohio University
Ph.D. Ohio University

Paul J. DeSante, Professor Emeritus, English
A.B. Saint Mary’s Seminary University
M.A. Catholic University of America
Ph.D. Saint John’s University

Harry R. Diz, Professor Emeritus, Environmental Science and Engineering Department
B.A. Duke University
M.A. Northern Arizona University
M.S. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Ph.D. Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

David Eichelsdorfer, Associate Professor Emeritus, Management
B.A. Gannon University
M.B.A. State University of New York at Buffalo

David R. Frew, Professor Emeritus, Management
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Gannon University
D.B.A. Kent State University

Stephen T. Frezza, Professor Emeritus, Computer and Information Science
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
M.S. University of Pittsburgh
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Kenneth R. Gamble, Associate Professor Emeritus, Psychology
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Boston College
Ph.D. Loyola University

Very Rev. Joseph Gregorek, Professor Emeritus, Biology
B.A. St. Bonaventure University
M.S. Catholic University of America
Ph.D. Medical College of Virginia

Paul B. Griesacker, Professor Emeritus, Physics
B.S. Loyola College
M.S. The Pennsylvania State University
Ph.D. The Pennsylvania State University

David Gustafson, Associate Professor Emeritus, Biology
B.S. Gannon University
M.Ed. Gannon University

Samuel L. Hazen, Professor Emeritus, Electrical and Cyber Engineering
B.S. The Pennsylvania State University
M.S. University of Buffalo
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Richard L. Herbstritt, Professor Emeritus, Education
B.A. Gannon University
M.S. Saint Bonaventure University
Ph.D. Purdue University

Philip H. Kelly, Professor Emeritus, English
B.S. Mount Saint Mary’s College
M.A. University of Dayton
D.A. Carnegie-Mellon University

M. Jude Kirkpatrick, Professor Emeritus, Anthropology and Sociology
B.A. Saint Francis College
M.A. Saint Francis College
M.A. University of Colorado

Janet Klempay, Professor Emeritus, Mental Health Counseling
B.A. Mercyhurst College
M.A. John Carroll University
Ph.D. University of Ottawa

Halit M. Kosar, P.E., Professor Emeritus, Mechanical Engineering
B.S. Istanbul Technical University
M.S. Istanbul Technical University
Ph.D. Istanbul Technical University

David Kozak, Professor Emeritus, Political Science
B.A. Gannon University
M.A. Kent State University
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Joseph A. Leu, Associate Professor Emeritus, Physics
B.S. Michigan Technological University
M.S. University of Alberta
Ph.D. University of Alberta

Thomas M. McDonald, Associate Professor Emeritus, Mathematics
B.S. State University of New York at Stony Brook
M.S. Syracuse University
Ph.D. Syracuse University

Joan M. Miller, Professor Emeritus, Philosophy
B.A. Carlow College
Ph.L. Institut Catholique de Paris
Graduate Degree, Universite Catholique de Louvain

Walter S. Minot, Professor Emeritus, English
A.B. Providence College
Ph.D. University of Nebraska

Berwyn Moore Brooker, Professor Emeritus, English
B.A. University of North Carolina
M.F.A. Bowling Green State University

Dawna T. Mughal, Associate Professor Emeritus, Sport and Exercise Science
B.S. Central Philippine University
M.S. Southern Illinois University
Ph.D. Pennsylvania State University

Robert J. Nelsen, Associate Professor Emeritus, Psychology
B.S. University of Scranton
M.S. University of Scranton
Ed.D. West Virginia University

Patrick F. O’Connell, Professor Emeritus, English
B.A. The College of the Holy Cross
M.A. Yale University
M.A. Fordham University
Ph.D. Yale University
Ph.D. Fordham University

Geraldine L. Orton, Professor Emeritus, Mental Health Counseling
B.S. Indiana University of Pennsylvania
M.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D. State University of New York at Buffalo

Michael J. Panza, Professor Emeritus, Mechanical Engineering
BME Gannon University
M.S. Gannon University
Ph.D. State University of New York

Thomas Parthenakis, Associate Professor Emeritus, History
B.A. Heidelberg College
M.A. Kent State University
Ph.D. Kent State University

Francis Pelczar, Professor Emeritus, Chemistry
B.S. Merrimack College
M.S. University of Connecticut
Ph.D. University of New Hampshire

Gregor M. Reinhard, Professor Emeritus, Political Science
B.A. Catholic University of America
Ph.D. Catholic University of America

Pamela J. Reynolds, Professor Emeritus, Physical Therapy
B.S. University of Pittsburgh
M.S. University of Pittsburgh
Ed.D. Duquesne University

Laura E. Rutland, Associate Professor Emeritus, English
B.A. Emory University
M.A. Georgia State University
Ph.D. University of Tennessee

Miguel A. Sague, Professor Emeritus, Languages
University of Havana

Jerry A. Selvaggi, Associate Professor Emeritus, Electrical Engineering
B.S. Pratt Institute
M.S. The Pennsylvania State University

Robert Vales, Professor Emeritus, English
B.A. Western Reserve University
M.A. Western Reserve University
Ph.D. Western Reserve University

Roy E. Voshall, Professor Emeritus, Electrical Engineering
B.S.E.E. Carnegie Mellon University
M.S. Carnegie Mellon University
Ph.D. Carnegie Mellon University

Robert A. Wehrer, Professor Emeritus, Education
B.A. Seattle University
M.A. Columbia University Teachers College
Ph.D. Columbia University Teachers College

Stanley J. Zagorski, Professor Emeritus, Biology
B.S. Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
M.S.Ed. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania

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John Almquist, MD
North East Health Care
North East, Pennsylvania

Donna Anderson
St. Vincent Health Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Robert Baker, MD
Greenville Orthopedic Center
Greenville, Pennsylvania

Julie Bargielske
St. Vincent Health System
Erie, Pennsylvania

Kim Bennett, MSN, CNM
OB/GYN Associates
Erie, Pennsylvania

Debbie Bishop
Elk Valley Medical Center
Girard, Pennsylvania

Mark Bloomstine
Orthopedic Surgeons, Inc.
Erie, Pennsylvania

Rich Boland
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Daniel Borison, MD
Willoughby, Ohio

Dennis Brown, MD
Washington, PA

Joanne Bruno
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Marshall Burke, MD
New Brighton, Pennsylvania

Dennis Bush
WCA Hospital
Jamestown, New York

Mary Lou Carson
Family Health Council
Seneca, Pennsylvania

Barbara Counts
WCA Hospital
Jamestown, New York

Karen Crossley
WCA Healthcare System
Jamestown, New York

Chester Crump, MD
Hopkinsville, KY 42240

Carmen D’Angelo, MD
D’Angelo/Diloretto Med. Ctr.
West Irondequoit, New York

Joseph Daday, MD
Cornerstone Family Practice
Cranberry, Pennsylvania

E. Michael Dail, MD
Lakeside OB/GYN
Erie, Pennsylvania

Robert Daniels
Jamestown, New York

Richard DeFranco, MD
Bayside, Inc. Obstetrics
Erie, Pennsylvania

Joseph DeSanctis, MD
Department of Plastic Surgery
Danville, Pennsylvania

Ellen S. Dickinson, MD
Erie County Medical Center
Buffalo, NY 14215

Ruth Dismuke-Blakely
Skyline Therapy
Sandia Park, NM 87047

Robert DiVencenzo, DO
Family Care Physicians
Williamsville, New York

Craig Donghia, MPA
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

John Dorsky, MD
Willoughby, Ohio

Michael Doss, MD
Ashtabula County Medical Center
Ashtabula, Ohio

Robert DuBois
Corry Memorial Hospital
Corry, Pennsylvania

Kathleen Durnell
WCA Hospital
Jamestown, New York

Kate Dykhuizen
Meadville Medical Center
Meadville, Pennsylvania

Gary Eggleston, MD
Westfield, New York

Jason Fowler, PA-C
Meadville Medical Center
Meadville, Pennsylvania

James France, MD
Partners in Health
Level Green, Pennsylvania

Deanna Fuller
WCA Hospital
Jamestown, New York

Elaine Ghazinour
Gertrude Barber Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Timothy Gorman, MD
Westfield, New York

Dan Gottwald, MD
Warren, Pennsylvania

Tina Gregory
St. Vincent Health Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Jeanette Gretta
Resource Center
Dunkirk, New York

Tim Grode
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Jill Gryskervicz
Achievement Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

P. William Haake, MD
The Genesee Hospital
Rochester, New York

Mark Hagen, MD
Westfield, New York

Kristopher Hartwig, MD
Westfield, New York

Barb Hayes, CRNP
Family Health Council
Clarion, Pennsylvania

Laurie Herbst, RPA-C
Westfield, New York

Marjorie Hill
NW IU #5
Edinboro, Pennsylvania

Nancy Hunt
WCA Hospital
Jamestown, New York

Anthony Ignocheck, MD
North East Health Care
North East, Pennsylvania

Boris Jelercic, PA-C
Lake Hospital System
Willoughby, Ohio

Van Johnson, MD
Warren, Pennsylvania

Gerald Kahler, MD
Franklin, Pennsylvania

Elizabeth Karan
Hewes Education Center
Ashville, New York

Timothy Kitchen, MD
Westfield, New York

Marietta Kuehn
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Ajay Lall, MD
Ashtabula County Medical Center
Ashtabula, Ohio

Cindy Larson
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Sharon Lavin
Resource Center
Jamestown, New York

Tammi Lavin
Sharon Regional Rehabilitation
Hermitage, Pennsylvania

Andrea Lehman
Corry Memorial Hospital
Corry, Pennsylvania

Donna LoConte
HealthSouth Rehab of Mechanicsburg
Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

Tracy Lohr
Jones Memorial Health Facility
Jamestown, NY

Frank Lubresky
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Charles MacKenzie, MD
Warren, Pennsylvania

Dave Markov
Hamor Sports Medicine
Erie, Pennsylvania

Carl Marnatti, MD
West Penn Comprehensive Health Care
North Suburban Family Health Center
Allison Park, PA

Gregg Mason, MD
Erie, Pennsylvania

Carol Masters
HealthSouth Great Lakes Rehab
Erie, Pennsylvania

Nicole Mazza, MD
Rochester Park Medical Group
Caledonia, New York

James McGeary, MD
Family Medicine of Warren
Warren, Pennsylvania

Judy McGuire
Trumbull Memorial Hospital
Warren, Ohio

Rockland Milne
WCA Hospital
Jamestown, New York

Alan Mortellaro
IHS of Erie at Bayside
Erie, Pennsylvania

Denise Mott
St. Vincent Health Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Janice Mowery
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Michael Ocilka
Ashtabula County Medical Center
Ashtabula, Ohio

Dean Pahr, DO
Ashtabula County Medical Center
Ashtabula, Ohio

Vito Palumbo, DO
Family Care Physicians
Williamsville, New York

Marge Peterson, M.N, MBA
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, PA

K. Possai, MD
New Castle, Pennsylvania

George Poutous, MD
Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Cindy Priester
Gertrude Barber Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Elaine Puzar
Gertrude Barber Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Terri Rankin
The Medical Center Hopewell Clinic
Aliquippa, Pennsylvania

Maureen Riggle
Sharon Regional Health System
Hermitage, Pennsylvania

Kathy Rudd
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Anthony Ruffa, DO
Lakeshore Family Practice
Erie, Pennsylvania

Anne Saturnino
NW IU #5
Edinboro, Pennsylvania

Peter Schmidt
Pediatrics Place/CM HealthCare Resources
Deerfield, Illinois

John Scullin, MD
Greenville Orthopedic Center
Greenville, Pennsylvania

Thomas Skelly, CRNP
Northshore Clinical Association
Erie, Pennsylvania

David Snyder, MD
New Brighton, Pennsylvania

William Sonnenberg, MD
Titusville Area Hospital
Titusville, PA

Lori Spencer
Springs Manor Care Center
Cambridge Springs, Pennsylvania

Linda Spronatti
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Stan Spurgeon, MD
Buffalo General Hospital
Buffalo, New York

Sean Su, MD
Hamot Institute for Behavioral Health
Diagnostic and Evaluation Center
Erie, PA

Pam Talley
Meadville, Pennsylvania

Fred Taylor, MD
Family Medicine of Warren
Warren, Pennsylvania

Joe Thompson
Hamot Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania

Lisa Treusch
Elk Valley Medical Center
Girard, Pennsylvania

Susan Van Doornik
Shadyside Hospital
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Julie Weiland
Warren General Hospital
Warren, Pennsylvania

Colleen White
UPMC Health Systems (CORE)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Jeanne Wiebenga, MD
Jamestown, New York

Natalie Woznicki
VA Medical Center
Erie, Pennsylvania