Faculty and Administration

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Faculty Emeritus
 

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Kacy Abeln, Assistant Professor, Speech Communication (2016)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A. North Central College
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Steven Accardi, Professor, English (2015)
B.A, Loyola University
M.A. DePaul University
Ph.D. Arizona State University

Elizabeth Adames, Assistant Professor, English (2019)
B.A. Bates College
M.Ed. Harvard University

Jason P. Adams, Associate Professor, Biology (2013)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S., M.S. Roosevelt University

James Adduci, Associate Professor, Mathematics (2016)
B.S. Illinois Institute of Technology
Ph.D. Ohio State University

Shamili Ajgaonkar, Professor, Biology (1992)
B.SC. Bombay University
M.S. State University of New York – College of Environmental Science and Forestry
Ed.D. Syracuse University

Katherine Alaks, Reference Librarian (2022)
B.A. Knox College
M.L.I.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Yasmeen Aleem, Advisor (2022)
B.S. Loyola University Chicago
M.S. Illinois State University

James E. Allen, Professor, English (1992)
B.A. University of South Carolina–Spartanburg
M.A., Ph.D. University of South Carolina–Columbia

Julie Alvin, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2015)
B.S.N. Lewis University
M.S.N. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.Ed. Concordia University

Sandra Anderson, Professor, Languages (2002)
B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Northwestern University

Joseph Aranki, Professor, Automotive Service Technology (2014)
A.A.S. Seward County Community College
B.S., M.Ed. Pittsburg State University
M.B.A. Rockford University

Felipe R. Armas, Assistant Professor, Psychology (2004)
B.A. Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara
M.A. Wheaton College

Elizabeth Arnott-Hill, Professor, Psychology (2016)
B.A. Indiana University
M.A., PhD DePaul University

Timothy Arroyo, Assistant Professor, Photography (2022)
M.A. Governors State University

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Christopher Bailey, Professor, Mathematics (2012)
B.S. University of Wisconsin – Green Bay
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Mara Baker, Professor, Art (2012)
B.A. Messiah College
B.F.A. School of The Art Institute of Chicago
M.F.A. Cranbrook Academy of Art

Aleisha Balestri, Assistant Professor, English (2023)
B.A. Indiana University 
M.A. DePaul University

Frank Balestri, Assistant Professor, Horticulture (2018)
A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Iowa State University

Sunshine Ballentine, Advisor (2018)
M.A. Roosevelt University

Gianni Barchiesi, Assistant Professor, English (2024)
Ph.D. New York University

Amelia H. Barrett, Professor, Theater (2003)
B.F.A. College of Santa Fe
M.F.A. University of Texas at Austin
G.L.C.M.A. Columbia College Chicago

Carley Bennett, Professor, Physics (2013)
B.A. University of California – Santa Barbara
M.S., Ph.D. University of California – Davis

Or’Shaundra Benson-Meirick, Professor, Psychology (2016)
B.A. University Missouri-Saint Louis
M.A., Ph.D. DePaul University

Daniel K. Blewett, Reference Librarian (2000)
B.A., M.A., M.L.S. Indiana University

Charles E. Boone, Professor, Art (1987)
B.F.A., M.F.A., M.A. University of Illinois

Sarah E. Born, Professor, Nursing (2014)
B.S.N. Marquette University
M.S.N. Lewis University
D.N.P. Duquesne University 

Tony Bowers, Associate Professor, English (2015)
B.A., B.S., M.F.A. Columbia College-Chicago

Mia Boyd, Assistant Professor, Cosmetology (2016)
B.A. Chicago State University

Robert Boyle, Assistant Professor, Automotive Service Technology (2023)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Patrick J. Bradley, Professor, Mathematics (2005)
B.S. Indiana State University
M.S. Purdue University

Scott Brady, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (2016)
B.B.A. Loyola University of Chicago
M.B.A. University of Chicago

Brian R. Brems, Professor, English (2014)
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

Christa Brennan, Associate Professor, Respiratory Care (2020)
B.A., M.A. University of St. Francis

Joseph Brenner, Director, Customer Experience and Support (2002)
B.A. Western Illinois University

Geraldine Brewer, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2022)
B.S. Elmhurst College
M.S. Walden University

Susan Brodie, Advisor (1995)
B.S. DePaul University
M.B.A. Arizona State University
M.Ed. National-Louis University

Roger Brunelle, Director, Information Technology Enterprise Architecture (2024)
B.S. Augustana College
M.B.A. Loyola University Chicago

Andréa Brus, Assistant Professor, Health Information Technology (2022)
B.A. Michigan State University
M.Ed. Western Governors University

Terrance Buckley, Assistant Professor, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (2015)
A.A.S. College of DuPage

Laura M. Burt-Nicholas, Reference Librarian (2013)
B.A. Northern Michigan University
M.A., M.L.S. Indiana University

Rosemarie Butkus, Assistant Professor, Physical Therapist Assistant (2016)
B.S. University of Illinois at the Medical Center

Sarah Butler, Associate Professor, Psychology (2015)
B.S. Baker University
M.A., Ph.D. DePaul University

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Katherine Cabai, Professor, Surgical Technology (2002)
A.S., A.D.N. Kishwaukee College
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University
R.N.F.A. Hawkeye Community College
M.S.N., Ed.D. Walden University

Alma Camarena, Director, Human Resources (2021)
M.B.A. Northern Illinois University

Amy Camp, Assistant Professor, English (2011)
M.A. Arizona State University

Anna Campbell, Associate Professor, Surgical Technology (2019)
B.A. Trinity Christian College
M.S. Saint Joseph’s College
Ed.D. Liberty University

Gabriel Scott Campbell, Professor, Geography (2004)
B.A., M.A. University of Missouri
Ph.D. University of Kansas

Nelson Cantada, Assistant Professor, Fashion Studies (2020)
B.A. New York University
B.A. Rutgers University
B.A. Academy Art University
M.A. School of the Art Institute Chicago

Rosie Carbajal-Romo, Student Success Counselor (2017)
A.S. McHenry Community College
B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.A. Roosevelt University

Nancy T. Carey, Professor, Culinary Arts (2010)
B.F.A. The School of The Art Institute of Chicago

Brian Carlson, Dean, Arts, Communication, and Hospitality (2022)
M.A. Michigan State University
Ed.D. DePaul University

Mary Rojas Carlson, Professor, Business (2013)
A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.B.A. Texas A&M University
M.B.A. DePaul University
M.Ed. University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign

Joseph C. Cassidy, Assistant Vice President, Economic Development/Public Services (2010)
B.A. Northern Illinois University
M.B.A. Westwood College
Ed.D. Benedictine University

Jenny Cerpa, Assistant Professor, Surgical Technology (2023)
B.S. Rasmussen College

Devin Chambers, Student Success Counselor (2018)
B.S. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University

Tony Chi-Hung Chen, Professor, Computer and Information Technology (2002)
B.S. Chinese Culture University
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology

Mary Childers, Instructor, English (2019)
B.A., M.A. University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Lauren Chlebanowski, Assistant Professor, Chemistry (2023)
B.S. Augustana College
Ph.D. Kansas State University

Dawn Chow, Associate Professor, Philosophy (2019)
B.A. Saint Mary’s College
M.A., Ph.D. University of Chicago

Shaheen A. Chowdhury, Professor, Sociology (2005)
B.S., M.S. Dhaka University
M.A. Western Illinois University
Ph.D. Southern Illinois University

Louis G. Christakes, Professor, Computer and Information Science (2001)
A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Robert J. Clark, Professor, Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (2013)
A.A.S. Joliet Junior College
B.S. Eureka College
M.B.A. Franklin Pierce University
Ed.D. University of Wisconsin, Stout

Brian D. Clement, Assistant Professor, Horticulture (2014)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Iowa State University

Timothy J. Clifford, Associate Professor, Humanities (2012)
B.A. North Central College
M.M. Northern Illinois University

Judith Coates, Director, Learning and Organizational Development (2011)
M.A. Aurora University 

Barbara Coe, Professor, Respiratory Care (2012)
A.A.S. Lincoln Land Community College
B.S.Ed. Illinois State University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Rosa Colella-Melki, Professor, Nursing (2009)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Loyola University
M.S.N. Saint Xavier University

Anika Collins, Advisor (2018)
University of Chicago

Kyle Cosentino, Advisor (2014)
M.A. Governors State University

Mary Jean Cravens, Professor, Sociology (2002)
B.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Gloriana Cruz Rivera, Assistant Professor, Speech Language Pathology (2022)
M.S. University of Turabo
Ph.D. Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions

Faon Crystal, Director, Assessment of Learning Outcomes (2019)
B.A. Northern Illinois University
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Jennifer Cumpston, Dean, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (2019)
B.A. University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign
M.S. Northern Illinois University
Ed.D. University of the Cumberlands

Mark Curtis-Chávez, Provost (2018)
B.A. Indiana University
M.A. Northern Illinois University
Ph.D. University of Toledo

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Joseph DalSanto, Associate Professor, Astronomy (2012)
B.S. DeVry Institute of Technology
M.Astr. James Cook University

Lea Dan, Assistant Professor, Business (2022)
M.B.A. DePaul University

Yumei Dang, Associate Professor, Mathematics, (2015)
B.S. M.S. Jilin University
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Theodore R. Darden, Professor, Criminal Justice (2006)
A.A. Blackhawk Technical College
B.S. Upper Iowa University
M.S. University of Wisconsin–Platteville
M.S. Kaplan University

Felix A. Davis, Professor, Computer and Information Technology (2013)
B.S. DeVry University
M.P.M. Keller Graduate School of Management/ DeVry University
Ed.D. Olivet Nazarene University

Deanna L. Davisson, Professor, Criminal Justice (2011)
A.A. William Rainey Harper College
B.A. Columbia College
M.A. American Military University

Jared Deane, Dean, Nursing and Health Sciences (2021)
B.A. Art Center College of Design

Brittany DeCicco, Instructor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (2023)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Health Care Management

Amy Decker, Assistant Professor, Graphic Design (2022)
B.A. Art Center College of Design

Peter Deeman, Advisor (2012)
B.A. Northern Illinois University
M.A. Spertus College Judaica

Shannon M. Delgado, Professor, Education (2014)
A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.A. Trinity Christian College
M.Ed. Olivet Nazarene University

Diana Del Rosario, Assistant Provost, Student Affairs (2019)
B.A. University of Puerto Rico
M.B.A. Baldwin Wallace University
Ed.D. National American University

Kathleen D. Dexter-Mitchell, Professor, Mathematics (2012)
B.M. Baylor University
M.S., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

William Dial, Vice President, Human Resources (2023)
M.S. Lindenwood University
Ph.D. Capella University

Cory M. DiCarlo, Professor, Chemistry (2014)
B.S., Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Michael J. Dietz, Professor, Anthropology (2008)
B.A. Luther College
M.S. University of Utah
Ph.D. University of Missouri

Julia M. diLiberti, Professor, Humanities (2003)
B.A. Knox College
M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois

Larinda S. Dixon, Professor, Nursing (2001)
B.S.N. Hampton University
M.S.N. St. Xavier University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Silvia Donatelli, Student Mental Health Counselor (2017)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.A. Roosevelt University

Elizabeth Donovan, Advisor (2019)
B.A. Judson University
M.S. National Louis University

Lori J. Drummer, Professor, Dental Hygiene (2004)
A.S. Harper College
B.S. Northwestern University
M.A., M.Ed. University of Illinois

Michael W. Duggan, Counselor, Students With Disabilities (2003)
B.A. Butler University
M.S. Southern Illinois University
Ed.D. National Louis University

Susan Dumford, Assistant Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (2016)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Purdue University West LaFayette

Jill Dziak, Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy Assistant (2022)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. University of St. Francis
M.A. Concordia University Portland

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David Ellis, Assistant Professor, Welding (2014)
B.A. Northeastern Illinois University

Geoffrey W. Elwell, Professor, Speech Communication (1997)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

Dennis M. Emano, Student Mental Health Counselor (2006)
B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.A. Roosevelt University
Ph.D. Loyola University Chicago

Casey M. Emerich, Professor, Office Technology Information (2013)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. California State University, East Bay

Carolyn R. England, Professor, Computer and Information Science (1997)
A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.S., M.S. University of Illinois

Iva Erkapic, Advisor (2022)
Arizona State University

Jason T. Ertz, Reference Librarian (2007)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.A. University of Wisconsin – Madison
Ed.M. University of Illinois – Champaign-Urbana

Karin Evans, Professor, English (2003)
B.A. Oberlin College
M.A. North Carolina State University
Ph.D. Purdue University

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David R. Fazzini, Professor, Physics (2002)
B.S., Ph.D. Illinois Institute of Technology

Christopher C. Ferro, Professor, Accounting (2013)
B.S., M.B.A. Northern Illinois University

Joseph Filomena, Jr., Professor, Earth Science (1999)
B.S. York College
M.A. Queens College

Kathleen M. Finan, Professor, Anatomy and Physiology (2010)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.D. University of Minnesota

Kevin C. Fink, Professor, Mathematics (2014)
B.S. Aurora University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

James Finno, Counselor, Student Success (2020)
M.A. Chicago School of Professional Psychology

Jason D. Florin, Professor, Human Services (2010)
B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.H.S. Governors State University

Tauya R. Forst, Professor, Criminal Justice (2014)
B.S. Bradley University
M.S. Grand Canyon University
Graduate Certification International Institute of Restorative Practices (IIRP)
J.D. Northern Illinois University

Adam Fotos, Associate Professor, Humanities (2018)
B.F.A. University of Tennessee
M.F.A. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Sanford C. Fries, Assistant Professor, Mass Communication (2003)
B.A. Clark University
M.S. Columbia University

Elizabeth Fuertes, Advisor (2024)
B.A., M.A., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Eric Fuertes, Assistant Professor, Art (2024)
B.A. Texas A&M University
M.A. Northern Illinois University

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Dilyss Gallyot, Professor, Nursing (2003)
A.S. College of DuPage
B.S.N., M.S.N. Northern Illinois University

Julie Garcia, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2017)
B.S.N. Northern Illinois University
M.S.N. Rush University

Barbara Gawron, Associate Professor, Nursing (2022)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Lewis University
Ph.D. Governors State University

Jude J. Geiger, Professor, Speech Communication (2012)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University
M.A. North Dakota State University
J.D. Yale Law School

Timothy Genc, Assistant Professor, Aviation Technology (2022)
B.A. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Rumiana N. Genov, Professor, Physics (2005)
B.S. Plovdiv University
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago

Gina Gentile, Director, Compliance/Internal Audit/Ethics Officer (2024)
M.B.A. Saint Xavier University

Joseph Gilles, Associate Professor, Fire Science (2017)
A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Southern Illinois University
B.S. College of St. Francis

Donna C. Gillespie, Professor, Languages (2012)
B.A. Miami University
B.S. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.A. Saint Louis University – Madrid
Ph.D. University of Florida

J. Austin Gimondo, Assistant Professor, Horticulture (2024)
M.S., Ph.D. Iowa State University

David Goldberg, Professor, Political Science (2004)
B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.A. University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Jill Gower, Assistant Professor, Art (2024)
M.F.A. Arizona State University

Jill A. Granberry, Professor, English as a Second Language (2006)
B.S. Walla Walla University
M.A.T. School For International Training

Jillian Grauman, Professor, English Composition (2018)
B.A. Luther College
M.A. Washington State University
Ph.D. Iowa State University

Kenneth C. Gray, Professor, Psychology (1997)
B.S. University of Illinois
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Ellen Green, Assistant Professor, Health Information Technology (2016)
B.S. St. Louis University
M.A. The University of Michigan

Matthew D. Green, Professor, Sociology (2009)
B.S. San Jose State University
M.A. California State University – Sacramento
Ph.D. University of Arizona

Jennifer Greene, Advisor (2002)
B.S. National Louis University
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University

Andre Guerra, Associate Professor, Economics (2015)
B.A. Federal University of Rio de Janeiro
M.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.P.A. Fundacao Guteulio Vargas

Steven Gustis, Interim Associate Dean, Counseling, Advising & Transfer (2020)
B.A. Marquette University
M.S. Spertus College

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Lubna Haque, Professor, Chemistry (2008)
B.S., M.S. University of Karachi
M.S. University of Maryland – College Park

Thomas Hardy, Associate Professor, Biology/Anatomy and Physiology (2015)
B.S. Ph.D. Howard University

Tara Hawkins, Advisor (2019)
B.A., M.A. Roosevelt University

Adam Hayashi, Associate Professor, Anatomy and Physiology (2022)
B.S. Texas A&M University
M.S. University of North Texas
Ph.D. University of Florida

Robert M. Hazard, Associate Professor, English (2006)
B.S. Frostburg State University
M.A. University of St. Thomas

Maureen Heffern Ponicki, Associate Professor, Political Science (2019)
B.A. American University
M.A. Johns Hopkins University
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Timothy A. Henningsen, Professor, English (2014)
B.S. University of Wisconsin – Madison
M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Michael Henson, Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Science (2018)
M.S. DePaul University

Kathleen Hess, Associate Professor, Chemistry (2018)
B.S. DePaul University
M.S., Ph.D. University of Chicago

Lisa Anne Higgins, Professor, English (2004)
B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Jennifer Hill, Professor, Mathematics (2015)
A.A. Rock Valley College
B.S. University of Illinois at Champaign/Urbana
M.A. Indiana University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Elisa Hillock, Assistant Professor, Graphic Design (2022)
M.A. University of Illinois Chicago

Robert Hoffman, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2020)
M.S.N. Benedictine University

Lisa Horvatin, Advisor (2011)
B.S. University of Iowa

Erica J. Hotsinpiller, Professor, Mathematics (2014)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University

Harry Hou, Professor, Computer and Information Science (1997)
B.S. Nanjing Aeronautical Institute
M.S. University of Pittsburgh
M.Ed. California University of Pennsylvania
Ed.D. National Louis University

Danica L. Hubbard, Professor, English (1995)
B.S. Miami University
M.A. DePaul University
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Marc Hucek, Assistant Professor, Welding Technology (2015)
B.S., M.S. Illinois University

Daniel Hyer, Assistant Professor, Automotive Service Technology (2023
A.A.S. Waubonsee Community College

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Donald Inman, Director, Facilities (2016)
B.S. Purdue University 

Md Javed Iqbal, Professor, Economics (2014)
B.S. University of Chittagong
M.A. Central Michigan University
M.A. York University

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Edith S. Jaco, Professor, Languages (1992)
B.A. Santa Maria University
M.A. University of Illinois
Ed.D. Garcilaso De La Vega University

Meenu James, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2022)
M.S.N. Grand Canyon University

Peter James, Associate Professor, Business/Marketing/ Management (2015)
B.S. Georgia State University
M.B.A. University of Phoenix
Ph.D. Capella University

Deepa Janakiraman, Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Science (2022)
B.S. University of Madras
M.S. Middle Tennessee State University

Christine Jandak, Advisor (2013)
M.Ed. Roosevelt University

James W. Janich, Professor, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (1994)
B.S. University of Arizona

Amal Jarad, Student Success Counselor (2018)
A.A., A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A., M.S. National Louis University

Carla Johnson, Student Success Counselor (2017)
B.S., M.A. Northern Illinois University

Walter Johnson, Vice President, Institutional Advancement (2017)
B.A. North Central College

Danielle Jones, Advisor (2024)
M.Ed. Wayne State University

Laurie E. Jorgensen, Director, Marketing and Creative Services (2010)
A.A. MacCormac Junior College
B.F.A. University of Illinois at Chicago

Nicole Juhl, Assistant Professor, Physical Education (2023)
M.Ed. Northern Illinois University

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Ryan Kaiser, Director, Athletics and Recreational Programs (2020)
B.S. Oregon State University
M.A. Defiance College

Lilianna Kalin, General Counsel (2018)
B.A. University of Illinois Chicago
J.D. IIT-Chicago Kent College of Law

Donna Kanak, Associate Professor, Nursing (2015)
B.S. Elmhurst College
M.S.N. Northern Illinois University

Laura Kaslow, Student Success Counselor (2016)
B.A. M.A. The University of Michigan
M.Ed. DePaul University

Jayne Kaspar, Instructor, Surgical Technology (2021)
A.A.S. College of DuPage

Janice Kaushal, Dean, Business and Applied Technology (2023)
B.A. Columbia College
M.F.A. Columbia College Chicago
Ph.D. Cardinal Stritch University

Jennifer E. Kelley, Reference Librarian (2006)
B.A. Colby College
M.F.A. University of Massachusetts Amherst
M.L.S. University of Illinois

Christine M. Kickels, Reference Librarian (1999)
B.A. St. Mary’s College, Notre Dame
M.S. University of Illinois

Elizabeth Kiedaisch, Professor, Mathematics (2001)
B.S. Southeastern Oklahoma State University
M.S. Texas A&M Commerce

Brad J. Killam, Associate Professor, Art (2005)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.F.A. University of Illinois at Chicago

Ann Kinney, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2023)
B.S.N. Luther College

Beth A. Kirkpatrick, Professor, Biology (2000)
B.S. McMurry College
Ph.D. Texas A&M University

Anne Knight, Assistant Professor, Paralegal Studies (2022)
B.A. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
J.D. Thomas Jefferson School of Law

Mary S. Konkel, Technical Services Librarian (2001)
B.A., ML.S. University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
M.A. Governors State University

Cheryl Konopko, Advisor (2019)
B.A., M.Ed. Governors State University

Ann Kopal, Associate Professor, Nursing (2019)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S.N. University of Chicago
M.S.N. Rush University

Lauren Kosrow, Reference Librarian (2022)
B.A. DePaul University
M.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Ph.D. National Louis University

James Kostecki, Director, Research and Analytics (2017)
B.S. Northern Illinois University
M.S. DePaul University

Colin Koteles, Reference Librarian (2002)
B.A., M.S. University of Illinois

David J. Kramer, Associate Professor, Culinary Arts (2003)
A.O.S. The Culinary Institute of America
B.A. Northwood University
M.S. Ed. Northern Illinois University

Jackie Kraus, Associate Professor, Mathematics (2019)
B.A. Augustana College
M.S. Iowa State University

Thomas Kulanjiyil, Professor, Philosophy/Religious Studies (2009)
B.D., M.TH. Serampore University
M.A. Osmania University
M.A., Psy.D. Wheaton College
Ph.D. South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary

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Nicole LaCognata, Senior Director, Student Financial Aid, Veterans Services, and Scholarships (2024)
B.S., M.B.A. Concordia University Chicago
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Karen Ladendorf, Assistant Professor, Education (2023)
B.A. Illinois Wesleyan University
M.A. Concordia University Chicago
M.Ed. American College of Education
Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Tom Lanagan, Assistant Professor, Manufacturing (2019)
A.A.S. Triton College
B.S. Elmhurst College

Nancy Latta, Assistant Professor, Interior Design (2023)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. Indiana University 
M.Ed. Northeastern Illinois University

Angela Lee, Assistant Professor, Interior Design (2022)
B.A. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
M.A. University of Pennsylvania

Grace Lee, Assistant Professor, Biology (2023)
B.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Ph.D. University of Wisconsin Madison

Melissa Leismer, Assistant Professor, English as a Second Language (2019)
B.A. Hillsdale College
M.A. Wheaton College
M.A., Ph.D. University of Granada

Mary Beth Leone, Professor, Hospitality and Tourism Management (2003)
B.S. Purdue University
M.S. Roosevelt University

Tara M. Leszczewicz, Professor, Biology (2013)
B.S.P.T., M.H.A. Maryville University – St. Louis
D.P.T. Saint Louis University

Kelly Lidinsky, Advisor (2018)
M.S. Roosevelt University
M.S. University of Illinois Urbana Champaign

Dejang Liu, Professor, Computer and Information Science (2000)
B.S. Tamkang University
M.S. University of Minnesota
M.B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Bonnie Loder, Associate Professor, Languages (2016)
B.A. Washington College
M.A., Ph.D. The Pennsylvania State University

Michael Losacco, Professor, Computer and Information Science (2000)
A.A.S., A.A. College of DuPage
B.A. Northeastern Illinois University

Kiantra Loza, Director, Admissions/Campus Central/International Student Services (2023)
M.A. Lewis University
Ed.D. Aurora University

James B. Ludden, Professor, Biology (2001)
A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.S., M.S. University of Illinois
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

M

Michael R. Maddox, Associate Professor, Culinary Arts (2014)
A.A.S., B.A. Kendall College

Elizabeth Mares, Professor, Languages (2004)
B.A., M.A. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Melina R. Martin, Professor, English (2014)
B.A. Elmhurst College
M.A., Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Diana L. Martinez, Director, McAninch Arts Center (2014)
B.F.A. University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana

Nicole C. Matos, Professor, English (2005)
B.A. Rhode Island College
M.A., Ph.D. University of Massachusetts–Amherst

Maureen E. McBeth, Professor, Accounting (2000)
B.S., M.A.S., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University
CPA State of Illinois

Michael McCabe, Assistant Professor, Mathematics (2019)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Wendy McCambridge, Director, Legislative Relations and Special Assistant to the President (2019)
B.A. Marquette University
Master of Public Policy, University of Chicago

Tamara McClain, Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs (2016)
B.A. Western Illinois University
M.Ed. Loyola University Chicago

Danice McGrath, Advisor (2011)
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Jacqueline L. McGrath, Professor, English (2003)
B.A. Eastern Illinois University
M.A., Ph.D. University of Missouri

Laurette A. McGregor, Assistant Professor, Mathematics (2014)
B.A. Humboldt State University
M.S. Illinois State University

Jennifer McIntosh, Associate Dean, Library (2016)
B.A. University of Portland
M.L.I.S. Dominican University
M.M. Northwestern University

Melissa K. McKirdie, Assistant Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography (2012)
B.A. University of St. Francis

Stephanie McLemore, Instructor, Cosmetology (2019)
A.G.S. College of DuPage

Eric Meloche, Assistant Professor, Physics (2023)
B.S. University of Ottawa
Ph.D. Western University

Timothy B. Meyers, Professor, Culinary Arts (2005)
A.A.S., B.A. Kendall College
M.B.A. Aurora University

Christopher J. Miller, Professor, Speech Communication (2002)
A.A. Solano Community College
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

Daniel Millhouse, Assistant Professor, Theater (2022)
B.S. Eastern Michigan University
M.A. University of Wisconsin Madison

V Samuel Mitrani, Professor, History (2011)
B.A., M.A. University of Chicago
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Shelly Mocchi, Assistant Professor, Interior Design (2018)
B.F.A. Illinois Institute of Art Schaumburg

Michelle Molina, Advisor (2018)
M.Ed. Argosy University

Christine A. Monnier, Professor, Sociology (2000)
B.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Nice
Ph.D. University of Manchester

Nathania G. Montes, Dean, Student Affairs (2002)
B.A. Cornell University
M.A., Ph.D. Northwestern University

Michelle E. Moore, Professor, English (2002)
B.A. Dickinson College
M.A., Ph.D. State University of New York – Binghamton

Nancy Moore, Advisor (2024)
Ed.D. Ferris State University

Robert Moorehead, Professor, Sociology (2015)
B.A. University of California Santa Cruz
M.A. Ph.D. University of California Davis

Brian Moran, Professor, History (1994)
B.A. Illinois Benedictine College
M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Mohammad Morovati, Professor, Computer and Information Science (2001)
B.S., M.S. Southern Illinois University

Stephanie Morton, Assistant Professor, Dental Hygiene (2013)
A.A.S., A.A. College of DuPage
M.Ed. American College of Education

Melissa Mouritsen, Professor, Political Science (2015)
A.A. Triton College
B.A. University of Illinois at Springfield
M.A. George Washington University

Kent Munsterman, Chief of Police (2003)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S. Western Illinois University
M.S. University of San Diego

Jane M. Murtaugh, Professor, Business/Marketing/ Management (2000)
A.A.S. McHenry County College
B.S.Ed., M.S.Ed., M.B.A. Northern Illinois

Amanda Musacchio, Associate Professor, Library and Information Technology (2018)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A. National Louis University
M.S. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

N

Nazia Naqvi, Advisor (2018)
B.S. University of Illinois at Chicago

David Nasca, Assistant Professor, Art (2024)
M.F.A. Cornell University

Jessica Nastal, Assistant Professor, English (2023)
M.A. Saint Louis University
Ph.D. University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Kristie Nault, Assistant Professor, Earth Science (2024)
M.S. Indiana University

Mary A. Newberg, Professor, Chemistry (2003)
B.S., M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology

Jorge Nieto, Associate Vice President, Assessment and Student Success, Academic Affairs (2023)
B.A. Carthage College
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Miglena Nikolova, Associate Professor, Languages (2018)
B.S. South-West University (Bulgaria)
M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Jamie Noble, Assistant Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (2024)
B.S. University of Iowa
M.Ed. Purdue University Global

O

Kimberly Oakley, Advisor (2003)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Northern Illinois University

Magdalena Ogrodny, Director, Business Services (2006)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. Benedictine University

Thomas Oldham, Assistant Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (2022)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
M.S. Southern Illinois University

Karan A. Oliver-Tucci, Assistant Professor, Biology (2013)
B.S. DePaul University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Kenneth J. Orenic, Reference Librarian (2012)
B.S., M.L.I.S. Dominican University

Mercedes Orrick, Assistant Professor, Nursing (2022)
A.S., A.A.S. Elgin Community College
M.S.N. Walden University

Alejandra Ortega, Assistant Professor, English (2022)
B.A. Michigan State University
M.A. Wake Forest University

Patrick O'Shea, Associate Professor, Music (2022)
B.A. Shenandoah Conservatory of Music
M.A. University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
D.M.A. Arizona State University

Jane D. Ostergaard, Professor, Architecture (2000)
B.A. Arch. University of New Mexico
M.L.A. University of Chicago

David A. Ouellette, Professor, Art (2013)
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

P

Kenneth N. Paoli, Professor, Music (1992)
B.M.Ed. DePaul University
M.M., D.M.A. Northwestern University

John A. Paris, Associate Professor, History (2008)
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

Wendy Parks, Vice President, Public Relations, Communications and Marketing (2017)
B.A. University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
M.B.A. Loyola University Chicago

Alyssa Pasquale, Professor, Engineering (2016)
B.S. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
M.S. Ph.D. Boston University

Rita Patel, Professor, Mathematics (2016)
B.S. University of Illinois Chicago
M.S. Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Cari Paterno, Assistant Professor, Psychology (2024)
B.A., M.A. University of California Santa Cruz

Thomas F. Pawl, Assistant Professor, Automotive Service Technology (2014)
A.A.S., A.S. College of DuPage

Mark A. Pearson, Professor, Architecture (2004)
B.S.A.S. and M.Arch. University of Illinois

Alexander Pellicano, Assistant Professor, Architecture (2019)
B.Arch. Illinois Institute of Technology
M.S. University of Wisconsin-Stout

Karen R. Persky, Professor, Biology (2004)
B.A. Drake University
M.S. University of North Dakota
Ed.D. National Louis University

Christy L. Peterson, Professor, Mathematics (2002)
B.A., M.A. Eastern Illinois University

Nancy Petges, Associate Professor, Nursing (2022)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Elmhurst College
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Jennifer M. Piehl, Professor, Motion Picture/ Television (2002)
B.A. Columbia College
M.A. Northwestern University

Robert Plank, Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Technology (2016)
B.S. Illinois State University

Andrea Polites, Associate Professor, Human Services (2013)
B.A. University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana
M.S.W. Aurora University

Sarah (Mia) Poston, Professor, Speech Communication (2011)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.A., Ph.D. The University of Alabama

Joshua M. Price, Assistant Professor, Humanities (2012)
B.A. Central Bible College
M.A. Wheaton College

Q

Joel E. Quam, Professor, Geography (1997)
B.A. St. Olaf College
M.A. University of Washington

R

Marcelina Rakestraw, Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Science (2019)
B.A., M.S., M.B.A. Benedictine University

Eric R. Ramirez-Thompson, Professor, Criminal Justice (2008)
B.S., M.S. California University – Long Beach
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Lynda A. Randa, Associate Professor, Biology (1997)
B.S. Illinois Benedictine College
M.S. Northern Illinois University

John A. Rangel, Professor, Motion Picture Television (2007)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.F.A. Chapman University

Emily Reabe, Advisor (2019)
M.Ed. Eastern Michigan University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Rebecca Reece, Reference Librarian (2017)
B.A. Illinois State University
M.S. Chicago State University

Cynthia R. Rice, Assistant Professor, Early Childhood Education and Care (2006)
A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Elmhurst College
M.Ed. National Louis University

Bridget Riesenbeck, Advisor (2019)
B.A. Eastern Illinois University
M.Ed. Argosy University

Maria M. Ritzema, Professor, History (2018)
B.A. Michigan State University
M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Ellen M. Roberts, Vice President, Administrative Affairs (2012)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S. Elmhurst College
M.B.A. Benedictine University

Julie Rose, Assistant Professor, Health Sciences (2022)
A.A.S. Triton College
B.A. Olivet Nazarene University
M.A. Kansas State University

Naheed R. Rouf, Professor, Psychology (2002)
B.SC. University of Dhaka
M.A., Ph.D. University of Houston

Mark R. Rudisill, Dean, Social and Behavioral Sciences and the Library (2013)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A., M.A. Eastern Illinois University

S

Jill Salas, Assistant Professor, English (2018)
B.A., M.A. Governor’s State University

Stephen Santello, Professor, Computer and Information Science (2015)
B.F.A. Illinois Institute of Art Chicago
M.S. DePaul University

John Santiago, Professor, Philosophy (2005)
B.F.A., M.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Kristin Santillan, Advisor (2024)
M.Ed. Northern Illinois University

Shingo Satsutani, Professor, Languages (1994)
B.S., B.A. Ritsumeikan University
M.A. Seton Hall University

Katherine Schaefer, Assistant Professor, Fashion Studies (2023)
M.B.A. DePaul University

Robyn L. Schiffman, Dean, Liberal Arts (2021)
B.A. Trinity College
M.A., Ph.D. University of Chicago

Eric Seidelman, Advisor (2019)
B.A. Taylor University
M.Ed. Northern Illinois University

Anna Serrano, Associate Professor, Languages (2021)
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

Nevien Shaabneh, Chief Organizational Culture Officer (2023)
B.A., Ph.D. University of Illinois Chicago
M.A. Saint Xavier University

Sheikh (Sam) Shamsuddin, Professor, Computer and Information Science (2012)
B.S., M.S. Bradley University
Ph.D. North Central University

Matthew T. Shanahan, Associate Professor, Automotive Service Technology (2013)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Southern Illinois University
M.B.A. Saint Xavier University

Marta Shcherbakova, Assistant Professor, English Language Studies (2015)
M.A. DePaul University

Matthew Shevitz, Associate Professor, Music (2019)
B.S. University of Oregon
M.A. Northwestern University
Ph.D. University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign

Katherine Sifers, Assistant Professor, Photography (2019)
A.A.S. Ohio Institute of Photography & Technology
B.F.A. Columbia College
M.F.A. The George Washington University

Nora Silvia, Director, Nursing (2022) 
B.S. St. Anselm's College
M.S. Indiana University

Karly Simard, Assistant Professor, Earth Science (2023)
B.S., M.S. Indiana University
Ph.D. University of North Carolina Chapel Hill

Paul L. Sirvatka, Professor, Earth Science (1987)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Florida State University

Casey J. Slott, Professor, Speech Communication (2003)
B.A. Brooks Institute
M.A., Ph.D. Duquesne University

David S. Smith, Professor, Engineering (2009)
B.S., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Debra J. Kakuk Smith, Reference Librarian (2003)
B.A. Lake Superior State University
M.A. University of Minnesota
M.L.I.S. Wayne State University

Brandon Smith-Nataraj, Assistant Professor, Horticulture (2023)
B.S., M.S. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Jason Snart, Professor, English (2002)
B.A., M.A. University of Alberta
Ph.D. University of Florida

Caroline S. Soo, Professor, Mathematics (2000)
B.S. University of The Philippines
M.S. University of Illinois

Trina R. Sotirakopulos, Professor, English (2013)
B.A. Columbia College
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Michael R. Stack, Professor, Mathematics (2008)
B.A. Trinity Christian College
M.S. Illinois State University
M.A. Franciscan University

John P. Staeck, Professor, Anthropology (1998)
B.A. Beloit College
M.A., Ph.D. Rutgers University – New Brunswick

Ronald Stenz, Associate Professor, Meteorology (2018)
B.S. Cornell University
M.S. University of North Dakota

Lisa Stock, Assistant Provost of Instruction (2018)
B.S. Iowa State University
M.A. University of Iowa
Ph.D. Iowa State University

Andrea Stone, Associate Professor, Health Sciences (2020)
B.S. Purdue University West LaFayette
M.A. Indiana University

Brock W. Stout, Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Technology (2014)
B.S. University of Dayton

Andy Sua, Assistant Professor, Chemistry (2022)
M.S. California State University Long Beach
M.S. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine Science

Mark J. Sutherland, Professor, Earth Science (1990)
B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University
M.S. University of California, Los Angeles

Marjorie Swanson, Assistant General Counsel, Labor Relations and Employment (2021)
J.D. IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law

Bradley Sward, Associate Professor, Computer and Information Science (2015)
B.S. Benedictine University
M.S. DePaul University

T

Gail E. Tait, Associate Professor, Physical Education (1998)
B.S. Western Illinois University
M.S. University of Michigan

Kathleen A. Talenco, Assistant Professor, Hospitality and Tourism Management (2013)
B.A. Purdue University
M.A. Governors State University

David Taylor, Associate Professor, Biology/Anatomy and Physiology (2015)
B.S. Ohio Northern University
M.S. State University of New York-Binghamton

Shellaine K. Thacker, Assistant Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (2013)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S., M.S. University of St. Francis

Azure Thill, Associate Professor, Psychology (2015)
B.S. University of Iowa
M.A., Ph.D. Loyola University

Mitzi Thomas, Assistant Professor, Ophthalmic Technology (2017)
A.A.S. Triton College
B.P.S. Roosevelt University

Dana P. Thompson, Student Success Counselor (2003)
B.A. University of Maryland
M.S. California State University

Stephen B. Thompson, Professor, Speech Communication (2005)
B.A., M.A. University of Northern Colorado

Wendy Thorup-Pavlick, Advisor (2016)
B.S., M.Ed. Eastern Illinois University

Thomas F. Tipton, Professor, English (1994)
B.A. University of Chicago
M.A., Ph.D. Northwestern University

Marliene Tobin, Assistant Professor, Dental Hygiene (2019)
A.A.S. Prairie State College
B.S. University of St. Francis
M.A. University of Illinois-Springfield

Shannon Toler, Professor, Business (2001)
B.A. Kalamazoo College
M.B.A. Northern Illinois University

Erica Tomei, Assistant Professor, Culinary Arts (2022)
A.A.S. National-Louis University

Julie C. Trytek Vague, Assistant Professor, Human Services (2014)
B.A., M.A. Northeastern Illinois University

James A. Tumavich, Assistant Professor, Manufacturing Technology (2014)
A.A. Morton College
A.A.S. Triton College

Joe F. Tungol, Professor, Business (2013)
B.S., M.B.A. Northern Illinois University

Keith Tyrka, Vice President of Planning, Performance and Technology (2023)
B.S., M.B.A. DePaul University

V

Jane H. Vatchev, Assistant Professor, Physical Education (1999)
B.A. Augustana College
M.S. University of Nevada

Anthony D. Venezia, Professor, Motion Picture/ Television (2005)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.F.A. University of California, Los Angeles

David Virgilio, Controller (2010)
M.S.A. Elmhurst University

Stephanie Vlach, Assistant Professor, Physical Education (2018)
B.S. Western Michigan University
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago

Lisa Vondra, Assistant Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging (2015)
A.A.S. Triton College

Richard T. Voss, Professor, Psychology (1993)
B.A. Northwestern University
M.A., Ph.D. Indiana University

Andreas M. Vrettos, Professor, Electro- Mechanical Technology (2014)
B.S. University of Thessaloniki
M.S., Ph.D. University of Kentucky

W

Gautam Wadhwa, Professor, Graphic Design (2017)
B.B.A. Delhi University
M.F.A. University of Illinois at Chicago

Justin Wagner, Assistant Professor, Computer and Information Technology (2016)
B.S. Northern Illinois University

Ada B. Wainwright, Professor, Psychology (2002)
B.A. West Virginia University
M.A. Illinois State University
Ph.D. University of Illinois

Adam Wasilewski, Assistant Professor, Sign Language (2016)
B.G.S. Northern Illinois University
M.A. Gallaudet University

Sonia Watson, Dean, Adjunct Faculty Support (2017)
M.A. North Central College
Ph.D. Benedictine University

Jackie Weaver, Professor, Art (2017)
B.F.A., M.A. The College of Saint Rose
M.F.A. School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Matthew A. Wechter, Professor, Mathematics (2014)
B.A. Amherst College
M.S., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Lynn Weyrich, Advisor (2018)
B.A. Loyola University Chicago
M.S. Midwestern University

Natilie Williams, Assistant Professor, Speech Communication (2023)
Ph.D. University of Missouri Columbia

Derrick Willis, Professor, Anthropology (2011)
B.A., M.A., Ph.D. Wayne State University

Esperanza Wilson, Associate Professor, Surgical Technology (2015)
C.S.T. Elgin Community College
C.S.F.A. College of DuPage
B.A. Walden University
M.S. Walden University

Cassandra Wingert, Assistant Professor, Speech Communication (2023)
A.A. College of DuPage
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Leslie F. Wolf, Professor, Religious Studies (2013)
B.A. New York University
M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. Yale University

Brandon Wood, Assistant Professor, Speech Communication (2016)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University

Y

Mark Yahoudy, Associate Professor, Accounting (2019)
B.S. State University of New York Buffalo
M.B.A. Governors State University
M.S. DePaul University

Jacinta Yanders, Associate Professor, English (2019)
B.A. Ball State University
M.A. Indiana State University
Ph.D. The Ohio State University

Keith Yearman, Associate Professor, Geography (2001)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A., M.A. Northeastern Illinois University

Z

Jean N. Zaar, Associate Professor, Early Childhood (2013)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.B.A. Northwood University
M.S. Erikson Institute

April C. Zawlocki, Professor, Education (2012)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.A. North Central College

Keith Zeitz, Interim Director, Information Technology (1991)
B.S. University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
M.S. DePaul University

Scott Zinzer, Assistant Professor, Mathematics (2023)
M.S., Ph.D. Arizona State University

Tracy Zuniga, Assistant Professor, Graphic Design (2019)
M.A. Savannah College of Art and Design

Faculty and Administration Emeritus

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
 

A

Joyce E. Abel, Executive Director, Business and Professional Institute and Continuing Education (1990)
B.S. Bradley University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Hilde K. Achepohl, Professor, Mathematics (1991)
B.S. Elmhurst College
M.S. Northwestern University

James P. Africh, Professor, Mathematics (1991)
B.S., M.S. Chicago State University

Brenda H. Alberico, Professor, Mathematics (1991)
B.S. State University of New York at Stony Brook
M.S. State University of New York–at Buffalo

Scott S. Albert, Professor, Mathematics (1994)
B.S., M.A. Loyola University

Phoebe M. Amago, Professor, Nursing (1977)
B.S.N. Silliman University
M.Ed. Loyola University

Barbara J. Anderson, Professor, Biology (1981)
B.S., M.S. Western Illinois University

Laura A. Anschicks, Professor, English Humanities (1989)
B.A. Wheaton College
M.A. Northwestern University

Lynnette K. Arendt, Counselor, Professor (1991)
B.S. Northern Illinois University
M.A. Arizona State University

Frank A. Asta, Professor, Mathematics (1977)
B.S. Southern Illinois University
M.S. San Diego State University

Martha M. Attiyeh, Professor, English as a Second Language (2001)
B.A., M.A. University of Illinois
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University

B

Peter D. Bagnuolo, Professor, Advertising, Design and Illustration (1977)
B.A. Chicago State University
M.A. Goddard College

Linda D. Barkoozis, Professor, Nursing (1994)
A.D.N. Triton College
B.S.N. Northern Illinois University
M.S.N. Northwestern University

Daniel S. Barszcz, Assistant Professor, Economics (1980)
B.S., M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology

Harold G. Bauer, Professor, Music Director, Orchestra and Opera (1977)
B.A. George Peabody College
M.M., D.M. Northwestern University

David L. Baughman, Dean, Natural Sciences (1968)
A.A. Morton Junior College
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Anne M. Belz, Professor, Mathematics (1991)
B.A. Seton Hill College
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Patricia S. Belmonte, Professor, Dental Hygiene (2000)
B.S. Northwestern University
M.S. National Louis University

Marianne C. Berger, Reference Librarian Professor (1980)
B.A. Lawrence University
M.L.S. State University of New York

Alan O. Bergeson, Reference Librarian, Professor (1975)
B.A. Illinois State University
M.S.Ed. Indiana University

Donna C. Berliner, Director, Information Technology Services (2001)
A.A., A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. North Central College

Robert A. Berry, Professor, Nursing (2001)
B.S.N. Chicago State University
M.S.N. Aurora University

Richard E. Bielecki, Professor, English (1968)
B.A. St. Mary of the Lake Seminary
M.A. DePaul University

Beverly A. Bilshausen, Professor, Computer Information Systems (1980)
B.S. Illinois Institute of Technology
M.S. National Louis University

Rita L. Bobrowski, Professor, Human Services (1984)
A.D.N./A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S.N. Illinois Benedictine College
M.S. Saint Xavier College
Psy.D. Forest Institute of Professional Psychology

Robert F. Bollendorf, Professor, Human Services (1971)
B.A. St. Joseph College
M.S. Southern Illinois University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Alexander H. Bolyanatz, Professor, Anthropology (2004)
B.A. Lawrence University
M.A. University of Texas – Arlington
M.A., Ph.D. University of California – San Diego

Sharon Bradwish-Miller, Dean, Continuing Education (1968)
B.A. Drake University
M.A. University of Minnesota

Kenneth M. Bretl, Professor, Respiratory Care (1980)
B.S. University of Wisconsin
M.A. Governors State University

David B. Brown, Professor, Chemistry (1967)
B.A. Illinois College
M.S. Northern Illinois University
M.S. Marquette University
Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

Fred L. Bruney, Professor, Art (1989)
B.F.A. Wright State University
M.F.A. Yale University

Judith L. Burgholzer, Professor, Horticulture (1990)
B.S. Purdue University
M.S. University of Illinois

C

John V. Callegari, Professor, Graphic Design (1994)
B.A. Columbia College
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University

Connie Canaday Howard, Professor, Theater Arts (1988)
B.A. Simpson College
M.F.A. University of Pittsburgh

Robert W. Cappetta, Professor, Mathematics (1994)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Illinois State University
Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Linda J. Caputi, Professor, Nursing (1984)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S. Northern Illinois University
M.S.N. Loyola University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Donald A. Carlson, Professor, Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (1971)

Gina M. Carrier, Professor Diagnostic Medical Imaging Radiography (1990)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
A.A.S. Joliet Junior College
B.S. Arizona State University
M.S. National College of Education
M.S., M.B.A. University of St. Francis

Allan B. Carter, Professor, English (1970)
B.A., M.A. University of Rhode Island

David Chu, Professor, Graphic Design (1989)
B.F.A. Layton School of Art and Design
M.F.A. University of Illinois at Chicago

Mike S. Chu, Professor, Remedial/Developmental Writing (1990)
B.A. Soochow University
M.A. University of Chinese Culture
M.A., Ph.D. University of Nebraska

Terrie Ciez, Professor, Diagnostic Medical Imaging Sonography (2001)
A.A.S. Moraine Valley Community College
B.S. Roosevelt University
M.S. University of St. Francis

Harold R. Cohen, Professor, Biology (1970)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Chicago State College

Nancy M. Conradt, Professor, History (1989)
B.A. Fordham University
M.A., Ph.D. University of Wisconsin

Patricia Cookis, Professor, Reading (1986)
B.S. Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
M.S.T. University of Chicago

Michael J. Cordonnier, Professor, Earth Science (1992)
B.S. Miami University
M.S. Ohio State University
Ph.D. Michigan State University

Denise Cote, Reference Librarian, Professor (1998)
B.A. University of Michigan
M.L.I.S. Wayne State University
Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

M. Ann Cotton, Professor, Interior Design (1989)
B.A., M.A. University of Iowa

Jeffrey N. Curto, Professor, Photography (1990)
B.F.A. Illinois Wesleyan University
M.F.A. Bennington College

D

Donald L. Dame, Coordinator, College and UniversityArticulation, Professor (1968)
B.S. Wisconsin State University
M.S., C.A.S. Northern Illinois University

Rosa Lea Danielson, Professor, Economics (1991)
B.S., M.S., D.A. Illinois State University

Ellen L. Davel, Professor, Nursing (1980)
B.S.N., M.S.N., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Anita Dickson, Professor, Graphic Design (1986)
B.F.A. School of the Art Institute of Chicago
M.S. National Louis University

Debra L. Dimatteo, Associate Professor, Physical Education (1994)
B.A. Lewis University
M.S. Western Illinois University

Jacqueline Dlatt, Professor, Mathematics (1992)
B.A., M.Ed. Northeastern Illinois University

Carole F. Dobbie, Counselor, Professor (1970)
B.S. Pennsylvania State University
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University

Carolyn A. Dockus, Professor, Chemistry (1991)
B.A. Bradley University
M.S. Loyola University

Michael W. Drafke, Professor, Business/Marketing Management (1979)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S. University of Nevada
M.S. National College of Education
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Alison Drake, Professor, Child Care (1983)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Mary A. Dreher, Professor, Nursing (1979)
B.S.N. University of Illinois
M.S.N. Northern Illinois University

E

H. Lucille Edwards, Associate Director, Utilization, LRC (1968)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.A. Rosary College

Sherwood Edwards, Professor, Sociology (1994)
B.A., M.S. George Williams College

Paul J. Eldersveld, Professor, Mathematics (1970)
B.S. Calvin College
M.A. Ohio State University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Charles O. Ellenbaum, Professor, Anthropology/ Religious Studies (1969)
B.A. Illinois State University
M.A. Michigan State University
M.Div. Northern Baptist Theological Seminary

Richard G. Elliman, Professor, Business/Management/ Marketing (1998)
A.A. Harper College
B.G.S. Roosevelt University
M.B.A. DePaul University

Scott A. Engel, Director, Business Affairs (1994)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S., M.B.A., Ed.S. Northern Illinois University

Allan M. Engeldahl, Professor, Automotive Technology (1980)
A.T., B.S., M.Ed. Southern Illinois University

Mary L. Engelmann, Professor, Nursing (1994)
B.S.N. Marycrest College
M.S.N. Case Western Reserve University

Cheri K. Erdman, Counselor, Professor (1981)
B.S., M.R.C. Bowling Green State University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Charles D. Erickson, Director, Admissions, Registration and Records (1968)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Susan S. Erzen, Dean, Business and Services (1980)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Joanna S. Escobar, Associate Dean, Adult Basic and Secondary Education; English as a Second Language (1983)
B.A. New Jersey State College
M.A. Columbia University

F

Sally Newton Fairbank, Professor, Paralegal Studies (2006)
B.A. Northwestern University
M.S. Northern Illinois University
J.D. Washington University School of Law

Wendy T. Felder, Professor, Computer Information Systems (2000)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. National Louis University
M.S.Ed. Kansas State University

Helen C. Feng, Professor, History (1984)
B.A. Wellesley College
M.A., Ph.D. Northwestern University

Nancy J. Feulner, Professor, Health Science (2001)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University

David J. Ficht, Professor, Mathematics (1999)
B.A. Queens College
M.A. Stony Brook University

John F. Ficks, Professor, Economics (1981)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Southern Illinois University

Frances Fitch, Professor, English (1985)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.A., Ph.D. Purdue University

William C. Fitzgerald, Professor, Criminal Justice (1974)
A.B. University of Illinois
M.A. Northern Illinois University
J.D. Loyola University Law School
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Julia Fitzpatrick-Cooper, Professor, Horticulture (1986)
B.S., M.S. Ohio State University

Diana L. Fitzwater, Reference Librarian Professor (1982)
B.A., M.A. University of Iowa

Joyce R. Fletcher, Counselor, Student Success, Professor (2000)
B.A. Taylor University
M.Ed. University of Illinois
Ed.S. Northern Illinois University

Mary Gayle E. Floden-Selfridge, Professor, Nursing (1977)
A.A., A.A.S. William Rainey Harper College
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Margaret M. Florio, Professor, Spanish (1967)
B.S. Northern Illinois University
M.A. University of Chicago

Jeannie M. Folk, Professor, Accounting (1991)
B.B.A. Loyola University
M.A.S. Northern Illinois University
CPA State of Illinois

Jean Ford, Professor, Travel, Tourism and Transportation (1980)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. Northern Illinois University
M.S. National Louis University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University
M.Div. Northern Seminary

Jeffrey H. Fox, Professor, French (1991)
B.A. University of Chicago
M.A., Ph.D. Université de Provence

James D. Frank, Counselor, Professor (1973)
B.S.Ed. Ball State University
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University
Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

Lawrence J. Frateschi, Professor, Economics and Statistics (1981)
B.S., M.A., M.S.P.H., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Wesley Fritz, Professor, Chemistry (1986)
B.S. Southwest Missouri State University
M.S. University of Delaware

Sidney L. Fryer, Associate Director, Audio/Radio and Television Services, General Manager, WDCB (1979)
B.S. Oklahoma State University
M.Ed. Wayne State University

Terence P. Fuller, Director, Academic Services and Regional Centers (1992)
A.S. Triton College
B.A. Northeastern Illinois University
M.B.A. Dominican University

G

Janis A. Geesaman, Associate Dean, Liberal Arts (1982)
B.A. Winona State University
M.A. State University of New York at Stony Brook

Arthur J. Geis, Professor, Computer Information Systems (1982)
B.S. Loyola University
M.A. Roosevelt University
M.S. DePaul University

Robert N. Georgalas, Professor, English (1991)
A.A. Bronx Community College
B.A. Herbert H. Lehman College
M.A. City College of New York
M.F.A. Columbia College

Christian Goergen, Professor, Political Science (1994)
M.A. University of Tubingen
Ph.D. State University of New York at Stony Brook

Kay A. Gerken, Professor, Office Technology Information (1999)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Joanne M. Giampa, Professor, Travel/Tourism (1991)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A., M.S. National Louis University

Ernest E. Gibson, Director, Auxiliary Enterprises (1967)
B.S. Tuskegee Institute
M.S.Ed., C.A.S., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Carol S. Giegerich, Counselor, Student Success, Professor (2005)
B.A. Cedar Crest College
M.S. Benedictine University

Alice R. Giordano, Associate Professor, Child Care (1974)
B.S., M.S. Iowa State University

James W. Godshalk, Counselor, Professor (1967)
B.A., M.A. University of Michigan

Kathryn M. Golden, Professor, Criminal Justice (1983)
B.A. Bridgewater State College
M.A. University of Rhode Island
M.A. Western Illinois University
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Gloria Golec, Professor, English (1998)
B.A. Northern Illinois University
M.A. DePaul University
Ph.D. Emory University

Phyllis K. Goodman, Professor, Business/Management Marketing (1979)
B.S. Miami University
M.B.A. University of Michigan

Wanda L. Grabow, Professor, Computer Information Systems (1988)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Tia (Terri) A. Greenfield, Professor, English (1997)
A.A. City College of San Francisco
B.A., M.A. University of California – Berkeley

Robert J. Gresock, Professor, Office Careers (1967)
B.A. Wichita State University
M.Ed. Kent State University

Roy R. Grundy, Professor, Marketing (1970)
B.S. Illinois Institute of Technology
M.B.A. Roosevelt University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

H

Sarah J. Hadley, Dean, Communications (1968)
B.A. Evansville College
M.F.A. University of Georgia

George J. Hager, Professor, Marketing/Retailing Management (1969)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Ida E. Hagman, Associate Professor, English (1994)
B.A. University of Illinois
M.A. University of Chicago

Barbara K. Hall, Professor, Graphic Arts Technology (1970)
B.S., M.P.A. Illinois Institute of Technology

Eugene G. Hallongren, Associate Vice President, Community Education and Economic Development (1969)
B.S. and M.S. University of Wisconsin– Stout
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Glenn A. Hansen, Professor, Photography (1991)
B.S. Northern Illinois University
M.S. Institute of Design, Illinois Institute of Technology

John A. Harkins, Professor, Sociology (1970)
B.A. Roosevelt University
M.A. University of Chicago

Jocelyn Y. Harney, Counselor, Student Success Professor (1994)
B.S. Wright State University
M.S., Ph.D. University of Illinois

Kenneth A. Harris, Counselor, Professor (1978)
B.S.Ed. Duquesne University
M.Ed., Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Susan Harris-Mitchell, Professor, Psychology (1988)
B.S. Howard University
M.S. University of Bridgeport
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh

Herbert G. Haushahn, Professor, Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (1982)
B.S. Peru State College
M.A. University of South Dakota

Jennifer L. Hereth, Professor, Art (1994)
B.F.A., M.F.A. School of The Art Institute of Chicago

Franklin D. Hester, Professor, English/ Philosophy (1970)
A.A. Graceland College
B.A., M.A. University of Michigan
Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

F. Mary Hill, Professor, Mathematics (1986)
First Class Honours Degree I Mathematics – London University

Mary J. Holdway, Professor, English (1971)
B.S. DePaul University
M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Richard A. Holgate, Assistant Professor, Performing Arts (1969)
B.S. Northern State College
M.A. University of Iowa

Joyce E. Holte, Professor, Speech Communication (1981)
B.S. Morehead State University
M.A. University of Illinois

Horst Huber, Professor, German (1968)
B.A., M.A. Roosevelt University

Dennis L. Hudson, Professor, Criminal Justice (1991)
B.A. University of Illinois
J.D. John Marshall Law School

William M. Hussong, Professor, Earth Science (1990)
B.S. Concordia College
M.N.S. University of Oklahoma

I

Gino G. Impellizzeri, Professor, Languages (1991)
B.A., M.A. State University of New York at Albany

J

Cheryl P. Jackson, Professor, Health Information Technology (1992)
B.S. Louisiana Tech University
M.A. Governors State University

Terry V. Jackson, Counselor, Student Success, Professor (1994)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University

Beatrice D. Jaynes, Professor, Mathematics (1998)
B.S. Keene State College
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Ronald V. Jerak, Counselor, Professor (1990)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Marilyn K. Johnston, Professor, Nursing (1990)
B.S.N. Millikin University
M.S.N. Lewis University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Claudine W. Jordan, Professor, Communication Arts and Sciences (1980)
B.A. Mundelein College
M.A. Northwestern University

George L. Jorgensen, Architectural Technology
B.A. University of Illinois

K

Phyllis A. Kalnins, Professor, Respiratory Therapy (1987)
B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.S.H.S.A. St. Francis University

Alvin J. Kaltofen, Professor, Physical Education (1968)
B.S. Northern Illinois University
M.A. Roosevelt University

Donald A. Kates, Associate Professor, Psychology (1996)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology

Jagdish (Jack) R. Kapoor, Professor, Business/ Management Marketing (1969)
A.B., M.S. San Francisco State College
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Ronald G. Kapper, Professor, Office Careers (1972)
A.S. Olney Community College
B.S. Eastern Illinois University
M.Ed., C.A.S. University of Illinois

Jeanne L. Kempiak, Counselor, Student Success, Professor (2003)
B.A., M.A., M.A.O.L. Lewis University

Annette L. Kerwin, Professor, Computer Information Systems (1999)
B.A. University of Illinois-Urbana
M.S. University of Illinois-Springfield

Lee R. Kesselman, Professor, Music (1981)
B.A. Macalester College
M.M. University of Southern California

Nancy A. Kett, Professor, Biology/Anatomy and Physiology (1995)
B.A. Illinois College
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago

Daniel G. Kies, Professor, English (1986)
B.A., M.A. University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Edward J. Kies, Dean, Liberal Arts (1975)
B.A. Benedictine University
M.A. Northwestern University
Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

Russell R. Kirt, Professor, Biology (1970)
Assoc. of Commerce Northwestern Michigan College
B.S. Central Michigan University
M.S. University of Utah
M.S. Illinois State University

Donald R. Klaas, Professor, Physical Education (1978)
B.S. University of Wisconsin–Platteville
M.S. University of Kentucky

Peter T. Klassen, Professor, Interdisciplinary Studies and Sociology (1975)
B.A. Knox College
M.S. Northern Illinois University
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Thomas H. Klodin, Professor, Multimedia Arts (1979)
B.A. City College of New York
M.F.A. Ohio University

David O. Knapp, Professor, Architecture (1974)
B.Arch. University of Illinois

Kenneth J. Kolbet, Vice President of Administrative Affairs and Treasurer (1969)
B.B.A. University of Iowa
M.S., C.A.S., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Zinta Konrad, Coordinator, International Education, Professor (1990)
A.B. Douglass College
M.A. Indiana University
M.A., Ph.D. University of Wisconsin

John C. Kovach, Professor, Accounting (1994)
A.A. South Suburban College
B.S., M.B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.A.S., M.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University
CPA State of Illinois

Kristopher Kowal, Professor, English (2005)
M.A. University of Southern California
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Keith W. Krasemann, Professor, Philosophy (1992)
B.S. University of Wisconsin
M.A. Northern Illinois University
M.A. DePaul University
Ed.S. Northern Illinois University

Werner Krieglstein, Professor, Philosophy and Religious Studies (1988)
Free University Goethe University
Ph.D. University of Chicago

Gerald Krusinski, Professor, Mathematics (1985)
B.S., M.A. Loyola University
S.T.B., M.Div. St. Mary of The Lake
M.S. DePaul University

Diane M. Kubetz, Associate Professor, Early Childhood Education and Care (1989)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Keith A. Kuchar, Professor, Mathematics (1992)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Chikako D. Kumamoto, Professor, English (1991)
B.A. Notre Dame Seishin University
M.A. Hiroshima University
M.A. Marquette University
M.L.A. University of Chicago
Ph.D. Loyola University

Edward J. Kveton, Assistant Professor, Earth Sciences (1973)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University

L

Jennie D. Labine, Professor, Spanish/French (1991)
B.S. Drury College
B.F.A. Webster University
M.A. University of Kansas

Alan W. Lanning, Professor, Psychology (1970)
A.B., M.S. San Diego State University
Ph.D. University of Michigan

Paul F. Laudicina, Professor, Radiologic Technology (1972)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A., M.A. Northeastern Illinois University
Board Certified Forensic Examiner

Ellen W. Leake, Professor, Mathematics (1975)
A.B. Illinois College
M.S. University of Mississippi

David G. Leary, Professor, Architecture (1992)
A.Eng. Wentworth Institute of Technology
B.Arch. University of Kentucky
M.Arch. Yale University

Earnest R. Leduc, Professor, Humanities (1967)
B.A. Marquette University
M.A. University of Idaho
Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

Barbara Hansen Lemme, Professor, Psychology (1970)
B.A., M.A. University of Kansas
Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University

Anthony E. Lenard, Professor, Mathematics (2004)
B.S., M.S., Ph.D. Illinois Institute of Technology

Doris W. Levine, Associate Professor, Office Careers (1967)
B.S. Western Illinois University
M.A. State University of Iowa

Freyda K. Libman, Professor, English (1985)
B.A., M.A. Northwestern University

Thomas M. Lindblade, Counselor Professor, Field and Experiential Learning (1970)
B.A., M.A. Western Michigan University

Daniel L. Lindsey, Professor, English (1970)
B.A. Miami University
M.A., Ph.D. Northwestern University

Mary Lou Lockerby, Professor, Business/Marketing/ Management (1980)
B.S. Southern Illinois University
M.S. Indiana State University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Diane Long, Professor, Mathematics (1993)
B.S., M.A. Kent State University

Pamela B. Lowrie, Professor, Art (1972)
B.A. University of Michigan
M.S. Northern Illinois University
M.A. Claremont Graduate School

Richard A. Lund, Professor, Art (1979)
B.A. Augsburg College
M.A. University of Northern Colorado
M.F.A. Northern Illinois University

Russell E. Lundstrom, Professor, Mathematics (1968)
B.S. Eastern Illinois University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

M

Robert A. MacDougall, Counselor, Professor (1976)
A.A. Northwood Institute
B.B.E., M.A. Eastern Michigan University

George C. Macht, Professor, Director, Hospitality Administration (1976)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.S., M.S. University of Wisconsin–Stout

Lynn M. Mackenzie, Professor, Art (1990)
B.A., M.A. Northern Illinois University

David K. Malek, Dean, Natural Sciences (1967)
A.A. Morton Junior College
B.S. University of Illinois
M.A. DePaul University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Loretta Mattas, Professor, Spanish (1989)
B.A. Albertus Magnus College
C.T.C. Institute of Certified Travel Agents

H.D. McAninch, President Emeritus (1979)
B.S. Southwest Missouri State College
M.A. University of Arkansas
M.S.I.R. Loyola University
Ed.D. University of Missouri

Therese G. McGinnis, Professor, Speech Communication (1984)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University
J.D. The John Marshall Law School

David M. McGrath, Professor, English (1990)
B.S., M.A. Chicago State University

Rosemary McKinney, Professor, Human Services (1988)
B.S., M.S.W. George Williams College

Joanne M. Metler, Professor, Nuclear Medicine (1991)
A.S. Triton College
B.S., M.S. Roosevelt University

Jerry W. Miller, Associate Professor, Mathematics (1975)
B.S.Ed. Northeast Missouri State College
M.S. University of Missouri

Joseph W. Milligan, Professor, Accounting (1967)
B.S. Indiana State University
M.S. Purdue University

Kathleen Mital, Professor, Health Sciences/ Education (1986)
B.A. University of Kansas
M.O.T. Western Michigan University
M.S. National College of Education

John C. Modschiedler, Professor, Philosophy, Religious Studies (1978)
B.A. Elmhurst College
B.D. Eden Theological Seminary
M.A., Ph.D. University of Chicago Divinity School

Joseph A. Moran, Professor, Accounting (1997)
B.S. Seton Hall University
M.B.A. Fairleigh Dickenson University
CPA State of New Jersey

Gerald B. Morris, Counselor, Professor (1971)
A.A. Joliet Junior College
B.S. Colorado State University
M.S. Indiana State University

Harlan L. Mueller, Professor, Sociology (1970)
B.A., M.A. University of Illinois

Sally Field Mullan, Professor, Computer Information Systems (2000)
B.S. Northeastern Illinois University

Robert J. Murdock, Professor, Criminal Justice (1989)
A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. Lewis University
M.A. Western Illinois University

William F. Myers, Professor, English (1967)
B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University
M.A. Indiana University

Sheryl Mylan, Professor, English (2004)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.A. San Diego State University
Ph.D. University of California–Riverside

N

Robert K. Nichols, Professor, Computer Information Systems (2002)
B.S., M.S. Southern University–Baton Rouge

Kathy Culver Nickell, Professor, Mathematics (1990)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Southern Methodist University

Kay Nielsen, Vice President, Student Affairs (1990)
B.A. University of Utah
M.Ed. Southern Illinois University
Ed.D. University of Massachusetts at Amherst

O

Irene T. O’Conner, Professor, English (1992)
B.A. University of Colorado
M.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.A. Governors State University

Michael L. O’Leary, Professor, Mathematics (2004)
B.A. Concordia University–Irvine
M.S., Ph.D. University of California–Irvine

Donna M. Oleson, Professor, Physical Education (1970)
B.S. Indiana University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Gary L. Oliver, Professor, Psychology (1968)
B.A. Drake University
M.A. University of Michigan

David J. Olson, Professor, Engineering (1985)
B.S., M.S. University of Illinois

Raymond W. Olson, Professor, Sociology (1969)
B.S., M.Ed. Linfield College
M.S. Illinois Institute of Technology

Ronald C. Ottoson, Professor, Physical Education (1969)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Howard L. Owens, Director, Human Resources (1974)
B.S., M.B.A. DePaul University

P

Kim D. Pack, Professor, Health Information Technology (1981)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Michael Palandech, Professor, Graphic Arts (1970)
B.E., M.E. Chicago Teachers College

Vincent A. Panzone, Professor, Economics (1982)
B.S., M.A. University of Kansas

Jeffrey A. Papp, Professor, Radiologic Technology (1976)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S. DePaul University
M.H.S. Governors State University

Sarah Patton, Professor, Early Childhood Education and Care (1994)
B.S. Cornell University
M.S. Pennsylvania State University

Nancy T. Payne, Professor, Business/Marketing Management (1992)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.B.A. University of Chicago

Bill T. Pehrson, Professor, Physical Education (1970)
B.A. Biola College
B.Ed. Western Washington State College
M.S. Pennsylvania State University

George H. Peranteau, Professor, English (1967)
B.A., M.A. University of Chicago

Ingrid L. Peternel, Professor, Speech (1992)
A.B., A.M. University of Illinois

Judith M. Peters, Professor, Accounting (1975)
B.S. University of Detroit
M.S. The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania

Marjorie A. Peters, Reference Librarian Professor (1991)
B.A. Silver Lake College
M.A. University of Wisconsin – Madison

Chris E. Petersen, Professor, Biology (1983)
B.S., M.S. Kent State University
Ph.D. University of Georgia

R. Dean Peterson, Professor, Sociology/Religious Studies (1981)
B.A., M.A., M.A. Baylor University
Ph.D. St. Louis University

D. Richard Petrizzo, Vice President, External Affairs (1969)
B.Ed. Chicago State University
M.Ed. Loyola University

Meri L. Phillips, Director, Student Activities (1990)
B.S., M.S. Eastern Illinois University

Charlotte C. Pillar, Professor, Speech (1990)
A.B. University of Illinois
M.A. New York University

Delbert G. Piller, Associate Professor, Mathematics (1967)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University

Deborah S. Postlewait, Professor, Art/Fashion Design (1990)
B.A. Northern Illinois University
M.S. University of Illinois

Patricia Puccio, Professor, Psychology (1989)
B.A. DePaul University
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University
Ed.D. National Louis University

John Pripusich, Assistant Professor, Mathematics (2002)
B.S. Illinois Benedictine College
M.S. Northern Illinois University

R

Eva Maria Räpple, Professor, Philosophy/Religious Studies (2000)
M.A. Catholic Theological Union
M.A. University of Frankfurt
Ph.D. University of St. Andrews

Thomas Earl Reed, Professor, Physical Education (1991)
A.A. Los Angeles Harbor College
B.A., M.A. California State University Chico
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Robert W. Regner, Counselor, Professor (1980)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.A. University of Nebraska

Marion J. Reis, Professor, English (1968)
B.S. St. Louis University
M.A. University of Illinois
M.A. Northwestern University

Susan B. Rhee, Counselor, Professor (1983)
B.A. MacMurray College
M.S. George Williams College
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

R. Thomas Richardson, Professor, Human Services (1972)
B.S. University of Kentucky
M.S. Northern Illinois University
C.A.S. National Louis University

Thomas J. Robin, Professor, Welding (1983)
B.S. Northern Illinois University

Thomas J. Roesing, Associate Dean, Technology (1988)
B.S. Chicago State University
M.A. Roosevelt University

Teri Ellen Rogers, Professor, Mathematics (1986)
B.A. Northwestern University
M.S. Western Illinois University

Duane J. Ross, Professor, Humanities (1975)
B.A., M.A. Michigan State University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Branislav J. Rosul, Professor, Electronics and Electromechanical Technology (1992)
B.S. University of Belgrade
M.S., Ph.D. University of Illinois

Fred J. Rudolph, Internal Auditor (1978)
B.S.C. DePaul University
M.B.A. Loyola University

Thomas E. Ruehlmann, Professor, Biology (1989)
B.S., M.S. University of Michigan
Ph.D. University of Georgia

Barbara B. Rundell, Professor, Biology (1994)
B.A. University of Rochester
M.S. Cornell University
Ph.D. University of Rochester

Christine M. Russell, Professor, Chemistry (1990)
B.S. Oakland University
M.S. Australian National University

Peter Russo, Professor, Spanish (1968)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.A. Loyola University

Deborah E. Ryel, Associate Professor, English (1968)
B.A. State University of New York
M.A. University of Southern California

S

Frank G. Salvatini, Professor, Human Services (1990)
B.S. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.Ed. Penn State University

Linda J. Sands-Vankerk, Vice President, Human Resources and Project Hire-Ed (2009)
B.S. Winona State University
M.B.A. Minnesota State University – Mankato

Alan P. Santini, Professor, Automotive Technology (1979)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Robert H. Satterfield, Professor, Biology (1970)
B.S., M.S. Illinois State University

Sharon M. Scalise, Associate Professor, Fashion Design (2000)
B.A. Mundelein College
M.S. University of Wisconsin – Stout

Ronald J. Schiesz, Counselor (1974)
A.A. Prince George Community College
B.S. University of South Florida
M.S., M.Ed. Southern Illinois University

Herbert E. Schulz, Professor, Physics (1969)
A.B. New York University
M.S., Ph.D. University of Chicago

Harlan M. Schweer, Director, Institutional Research (1992)
B.S., M.S. Iowa State University
Ph.D. Purdue University

Patrick A. Sciarra, Professor, Speech (1980)
B.A., M.A. University of Cincinnati

Carol E. Scott, Professor, Fashion Design (1986)
B.S. Western Illinois University
M.S. National Louis University

David A. Shavalia, Professor, Psychology (1991)
B.S. Northern Michigan University
M.A. University of North Dakota
M.S. North Dakota State University

Carole M. Sherman, Professor, English (1980)
B.A. Shelton College
M.A. Roosevelt University

Susan M. Shih, Professor, Chemistry (1986)
B.A. Rosemont College
M.S. Ohio State University

Jeffery Siddall, Professor, English (2001)
B.A. University of Northern Iowa
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University
M.S. Northern Illinois University
Ed.D. National Louis University

Richard K. Simmons, Professor, Education (1992)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.S. Chicago State University
Ed.D. Illinois State University

Patricia J. Slocum, Professor, Psychology (1988)
B.A., M.S., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Linda Slusar, Professor, Library Technology (1992)
B.A. DePaul University
M.L.S. Northern Illinois University

Jane Smith, Director, Pathways for Student Sucess (2007)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.B.A. Benedictine University

Willard R. Smith III, Professor, Art (1969)
B.S., M.S. University of Wisconsin

Alice M. Snelgrove, Professor, English (1989)
B.A. Tennessee Technological University
M.A. Indiana University

Robert F. Sobie, Professor, Automotive Technology (1979)
A.A.S. Waubonsee Community College
B.S.Ed. Northern Illinois University
M.S.Ed. Chicago State University
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Dorothy Squitieri, Counselor, Professor (1989)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.A. University of Illinois at Chicago
M.S., Ed. Spec., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Catherine M. Stablein, Professor, Journalism/ English (1987)
B.A. Governors State University
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Susan J. Stamler, Professor, Biology (1992)
B.S., M.S., Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Nancy L. Stanko, Professor, Office Technology Information (1987)
B.S.Ed., M.S.Ed. Eastern Illinois University
Ed.S. Northern Illinois University

Rollie D. Steele Jr., Professor, Biology (1970)
B.S. Alabama State University
M.S. Fisk University

Carol B. Stewart, Professor, Nursing (2000)
A.A.S. Truman City College
B.S. Loyola University of Chicago
M.S. University of Illinois at Chicago

Diana Strode, Assistant Professor, Earth Sciences (2002)
A.S. Waubonsee Community College
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Marlene W. Stubler, Director, Public Information and Production Services (1983)
B.A. College of St. Francis
M.A. Governors State University

Paul C. Subia, Professor, Business Law (1976)
J.D. John Marshall Law School

Nancy Zdarko Svoboda, Counselor, Professor (1972)
B.S. Edinboro State College
M.S. Western Illinois University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Paul J. Svoboda, Interim Associate Dean, Business and Technology (1984)
A.A. College of DuPage
B.S. Southern Illinois University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Conrad J. Szuberla, Professor, Political Science (1968)
B.A. University of Illinois
M.A. University of Chicago

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Thomas J. Tallman, Professor, Music (1990)
B.M.E. Augustana College
M.M., D.M.A. University of Texas

Harold L. Temple, Technical Services Librarian Professor (1971)
B.A. North Central College
M.A.L.S. Rosary College

Christopher C. Thielman, Professor, Culinary and Hospitality Management (1987)
A.O.S. The Culinary Institute of America
B.A. Northeastern Illinois University
M.S. Roosevelt University

Nancy R. Thomas, Reference Librarian, Professor (1987)
B.A. Purdue University
M.A.L.S. Dominican University

Dan K. Thorpe, Professor, English (1985)
B.A. Augustana College
M.A. Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville

Theodore Tilton, Provost, Central Campus (1968)
A.A. Compton College
B.S. Long Beach State College
M.A. Rutgers University

William P. Treloar, Dean, Extension Division (1966)
B.A. Morningside College
M.S. Drake University
Ph.D. Michigan State University

Frank L. Tourangeau, Professor, Speech (1980)
B.A. Elmhurst College
M.A. University of Illinois
Ph.D. Southern Illinois University

Ned R. Turner, Professor, Speech (1971)
B.A., M.A. Roosevelt University

U

Carol H. Urban, Professor, Mathematics (1982)
B.A. Elmhurst College
M.S. Northern Illinois University

V

Constance E. Van Every, Professor, Nursing (1980)
B.S.N., M.S.N. University of Illinois

Terry A. Vitacco, Professor, Photography (2001)
B.A., M.S. University of Illinois

W

Eugene H. Wagner, Dean, Occupational and Vocational Education (1985)
B.S. Illinois State University
M.Ed. University of Illinois

Judith B. Wagner, Reference Librarian, Professor (1989)
B.A. University of Colorado
M.A. Michigan State University
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Carol C. Wallace, Counselor, Professor (1979)
B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Margery Hamrick Walters, Counselor, Student Success, Associate Professor (2006)
B.S. Charleston Southern University
M.A. Furman University
M.Ed. West Texas A&M University

John A. Wantz, Professor, Art (1973)
B.F.A. School of the Art Institute of Chicago
M.A. Northern Illinois University

Robert W. Warburton, Professor, English (1968)
B.A., M.A. University of Michigan

Eileen M. Ward, Professor, Humanities (1986)
B.S. Fordham University
M.A. New York University
M.A. University of Illinois at Chicago

Larry F. Ward, Professor, Music/Humanities (2001)
B.A., M.A. University of Minnesota
Ph.D. University of Illinois

Michael K. Ward, Professor, CAD/CAM (1981)
B.S. Western Illinois University
M.S., Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Russell J. Watson, Professor, Psychology (1989)
B.A. North Park College
M.A. Northeastern Illinois University
Ed.D. Northern Illinois University

Nancy L. Webb, Professor, English (1992)
B.A., M.A. University of Florida
Ph.D. Northern Illinois University

Edison T. Wells, Counselor, Student Success, Professor (2000)
B.S., M.S. Northern Illinois University

Gary E. Wenger, Vice President, Information Technology (1985)
B.B.A. University of Iowa

Sandra J. Werner, Counselor, Professor (1977)
B.S. University of Wisconsin
M.A. Northwestern University

Gwenna Weshinskey, Professor, English (1990)
B.A. Southern Illinois University
M.S., A.M. University of Illinois

William B. Whisenhunt, Professor, History/Political Science (1997)
B.A. Cornell College
M.A. University of Nebraska at Omaha
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago

Chester L. Witek, Assistant Professor, Interior Design (1970)
B.F.A., M.F.A. School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Jo Ann Wolf, Professor, English (1968)
B.S. Bradley University
M.A. Claremont Graduate School

Jane J. Wu, Professor, History and Chinese Language (1992)
B.A. Fudan University
M.A. Michigan State University

Delores F. Wunder, Professor, Sociology (1991)
B.A. Wartburg College
M.A. University of Northern Iowa
Ph.D. Michigan State University

Martin Wuollet, Professor, Digital Electronics (1985)
B.S. University of Southern Mississippi
M.S. Northern Illinois University

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Helen Zaleski, Professor, Mathematics (1994)
B.A. Mount Marty College
M.A. University of South Dakota

Albert G. Zamsky, Professor, Physical Education (1968)
Los Angeles City College
San Francisco State College
M.A. University of Utah

James W. Zielinski, Professor, Hospitality/Culinary Arts Administration (1977)
B.S. Cornell University
M.S. Northern Illinois University

Marian A. Zimmerman, Reference Librarian Professor (1975)
B.S. University of Illinois
M.A.L.S., C.A.S. Rosary College

Mary Ann Zlotow, Professor, Computer Information Systems (1992)
A.A.S. College of DuPage
B.A. Loyola University
M.S.M.I.S. Illinois Benedictine College

LuAnn Zimmick, Professor, Physical Education (1989)
B.S. Oral Roberts University
M.S. Oklahoma State University