Category: Faculty Spotlights
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ to host collaborative U.S.-China art exhibition, dialogue
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ and The Grace Museum will host visiting Chinese artists and dignitaries from Jan. 15-17 for collaborative exhibitions, a public dialogue and a live painting experience, all part of an intercultural project conceived by Robert Green (’79), department chair and professor of art and design at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½. The show in Ä¢¹½´«Ã½’s Shore Gallery, … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Lory Chrane
Lory Chrane was originally a special education major before stepping into the world of speech-language pathology. Before she joined the Wildcat family, Lory attended Valdosta State University in Georgia until she met her soon-to-be husband. After they married, she transferred to Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ (Ä¢¹½´«Ã½) in her junior year to pursue a B.A. in Communication … Continued
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online¡¯s Teacher of the Year, Dr. Kristin Koetting ¡°KK¡± O¡¯Byrne
Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ is proud to announce Dr. Kristin Koetting O¡¯Byrne, college professor in Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online¡¯s Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership program, as the 2025 Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online Teacher of the Year. Known affectionately as ¡°Dr. KK¡± to the Wildcat community, Kristin has made a lasting impact through her dedication to student growth, her passion for positive … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. James Thomas
For as long as Dr. James Thomas can remember, becoming a Texas Ranger was his dream. At just nine years old, after countless Saturday mornings spent watching westerns with his father in the piney woods of East Texas, he set his heart on the path of law enforcement. Decades later, at age 36, that dream … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Chris Beard
At Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online, our faculty are not only instructors but also mentors who walk alongside our students in their academic and personal journeys. Their dedication for teaching is deeply connected to Ä¢¹½´«Ã½¡¯s mission of transformational education, where learning goes beyond textbooks to shape character and purpose outside of the classroom. This month, we are honored … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Bill Hunt
Dr. Bill Hunt, a distinguished professor in the Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership program, represents the heart of Christian leadership and academic excellence. Known for his deep faith, kind spirit, and unwavering commitment to students, Dr. Hunt has left an indelible mark on Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ through years of dedicated service. He is not only an … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Lauren Kinamon
When you meet Professor Lauren Kinamon, you¡¯re struck not only by her kind demeanor but by her presence. Soft-spoken yet unmistakably strong, she carries a quiet confidence that inspires trust and admiration in both her students and colleagues. As a dedicated Speech-Language pathologist and instructor at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online, Lauren brings a blend of compassion, expertise, … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Drew Jamieson
Hailing from the great state of Alabama, Dr. Drew Jamieson always felt he had a calling on his life. Whether it was to bring people together, help others find greater spiritual connection, or even just to be a listening ear, Dr. Jamieson has striven to follow his passions.. Serving as a professor in the Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Kimberly Knutsen
Bringing passion, humility and kindness, Dr. Kimberly Knutsen is an esteemed writer, counselor and instructor who brings heart and authenticity to everything she does. As a professor of English within the College of Learning and Development at Ä¢¹½´«Ã½ Online, she is devoted to helping undergraduate students find their voice and express themselves through the written … Continued