Category: Faculty Spotlights
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Twyla Williams
Dr. Twyla Williams is not scared of life’s challenges. Known for her determination and drive in higher education, Williams has become an inspiration to many, especially those who have experienced life’s major obstacles like family care, financial hardship, and motherhood. As a professor in Ģý’s School of Educational Leadership, Williams has gained recognition not only … Continued
Ģý biology professor uses CCCU grant to study zebrafish
Through a 2021 Council for Christian Colleges and Universities grant, Dr. Andrew Holowiecki, assistant professor of biology at Ģý, and his team of undergraduate researchers are studying the embryonic development of zebrafish in hopes of better understanding human development. Ģý was one of nine CCCU institutions awarded a grant and has received … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Sandra Cleveland
There is no traditional nursing path. Some are called to it from an early age, while others are introduced to it through time and life experiences. Yet the focus on serving, caring, and providing the best possible care for people remains the same. As an associate professor in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, … Continued
Art professor demonstrates how creativity, hard work lead to success
Ģý design professor Ryan Feerer (’05) has put his creative touch on hundreds of projects, but perhaps his most widely seen – and certainly his favorite to date – is a series of USPS Forever stamps with a western theme. The stamp series, released in July 2021, celebrates the enduring legacy of Western … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Alline Sada
Meet Ģý Online’s new assistant dean of K-12 leadership and educator development, Dr. Alline Sada. Alline joins Ģý’s faculty with extensive multidisciplinary experience in educational technology and is passionate about helping students and teachers take a proactive approach to their professional endeavors. Learn how her background in the educational space and expertise in technology is … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Tera Harmon
At Ģý, we believe in not only informing students through their studies, but also forming them into the people God intends them to be. That belief motivates Dr. Tera Harmon’s mindset as assistant professor and director of distance learning for the Graduate School of Theology at Ģý. Through her devotion to biblical text and theological … Continued
Lessons from janitor father inspired Joseph Manga to earn doctorate, join Ģý faculty
Growing up in Cameroon as the oldest child in a family of five, Dr. Joseph Manga never imagined where his life would take him. Four different universities for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral work, as well as tutoring and teaching experience, have all been part of the experience. And this past summer, it led him … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Kay Williams
Meet Kay Williams, Ģý alumnus turned internship director for Ģý Online’s Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetic Internship. After years in the field as a clinician, she realized her love for mentoring others transformed into educating students in the classroom. Beyond the tactical skills students need to be successful, Kay’s focus and wish is … Continued
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Chris Flanders
“Where and how is the Spirit of God moving and how can we join and partner with God there?” This is the question at the center of Dr. Chris Flanders’ theology of missions. And it’s the same question igniting a new generation of missionally-minded Christians at Ģý. Read on to learn how this American … Continued