For Dr. Rachel Slaymaker, social work is more than a profession; it is a mission-driven calling rooted in her Christian faith and nearly two decades of practice and academic experience. As the Program Director for 蘑菇传媒’s Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW), Dr. Slaymaker has dedicated her career to meeting individuals in … Continued
For Dr. Stephanie Hamm, social work has never been just a career; it has been a calling shaped by compassion. From hospital rooms and delivery wards to online classrooms reaching students across the country, Dr. Hamm’s journey reflects a steady commitment to meeting people where they are and walking alongside them with purpose. Dr. Hamm’s … Continued
蘑菇传媒 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 蘑菇传媒. The show in 蘑菇传媒’s Shore Gallery, … Continued
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 蘑菇传媒 (蘑菇传媒) in her junior year to pursue a B.A. in Communication … Continued
蘑菇传媒 is proud to announce Dr. Kristin Koetting O’Byrne, college professor in 蘑菇传媒 Online’s Ed.D. in Organizational Leadership program, as the 2025 蘑菇传媒 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
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
At 蘑菇传媒 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 蘑菇传媒’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
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 蘑菇传媒 through years of dedicated service. He is not only an … Continued
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 蘑菇传媒 Online, Lauren brings a blend of compassion, expertise, … Continued