(as of February 9, 2026)

See "Graduate Faculty" for more information about graduate faculty membership.


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Abdinnour, Suhair H., Professor and Omer Professor in Business, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (1998). BS, Birzeit University, 1983; MS, Southampton University, 1988; PhD, Indiana University, 1994.

Adler, Edward T., Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2005). BA, Lewis and Clark College, 1993; MFA, Ohio University, 2002.

Aghaie, Sina, Associate Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2019). BS, Sharif University of Technology, 2008; MBA, 2011; PhD, University of South Carolina, 2019.

Aguilar, Vanessa J., Assistant Professor of English, Department of English (2025). BA, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2015; MA, Emporia State University, 2018; PhD, Michigan State University, 2023.

Ahmed, Ikramuddin, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2000). BSME, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, 1988; MSME, University of Texas-Austin, 1993; PhD, 1997.

Alagic, Mara, Professor, School of Teaching and Learning (1993). BS, University of Belgrade, 1970; MS, 1975; PhD, 1985.

Allen, Jason E., Assistant Professor, Department of English (2022). BA, Portland State University, 2009; PhD, Binghamton University, 2017.

Allen, Neal R., Associate Professor, Department of Political Science (2011). BA, DePauw University, 1998; MA, University of Texas-Austin, 2001; PhD, 2009.

Ambal, Kapildeb, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2019). MS, Indian Institute of Technology, 2006; MS, University of Utah, 2013; PhD, 2016.

Amos, Brian M., Associate Professor, Department of Political Science (2019). BA, Cornell University, 2007; MA, University of Florida, 2013; PhD, 2018.

Aravinthan, Visvakumar, Professor and Department Chair, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2011). BS, University of Moratuwa-Sri Lanka, 2002; MS, 2005; MS, Wichita State University, 2006; PhD, 2010.

Asaduzzaman, Abu, Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2010). BS, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, 1993; MS, Florida Atlantic University, 1997; PhD, 2009.

Askari, Davood, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2013). BS, Sharif University of Technology, 1997; MS, Eastern Mediterranean University, 2002; PhD, University of Hawaii-Manoa, 2009.

Asmatulu, Eylem, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2015). BS, Cukurova University, Institute of Science and Technology, 2002; MS, 2004; PhD, Wichita State University, 2013.

Asmatulu, Ramazan, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2006). BS, Istanbul Technical University, 1992; MS, 1995; PhD, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 2001.

Azpuru, Dinorah, Professor, Department of Political Science (2005). Certificate, University Institute of Development, Geneva-Switzerland, 1986; Diploma, Uppsala University-Sweden, 1989; MA, University Rafael Landivar-Guatemala, 1993; MA, University of Pittsburgh, 2000; PhD, 2003.

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Badgett, Barry T., Associate Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (1993). BFA, Virginia Commonwealth University-Richmond, 1985; MFA, Syracuse University, 1990.

Bagai, Rajiv, Professor, School of Computing (1990). MS, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, 1983; MS, University of Victoria, 1987; PhD, 1990.

Baker, Carl E., Professor and Program Coordinator of Theatre Tech, School of Performing Arts (2005). BA, Wichita State University, 1988; MFA, Ohio University, 1991.

Balboa, Ruben III, Assistant Professor of Viola/Violin and String Music Education, School of Music (2025). BM, Texas State University, 2013; MM, University of North Texas, 2016; DMA, University of Texas-Austin, 2020.

Baldwin, Carryl L., Carl and Rozina Cassat Professorship in Aging and Director of Regional Institute on Aging, Department of Psychology (2019). BA, University of Nebraska, 1987; MA, University of South Dakota-Vermillion, 1994; PhD, 1997.

Ballout, Laila K., Assistant Professor of History, Graduate Coordinator and Director of International Studies, Department of History (2019). BA, University of New Hampshire, 2008; MA, Northwestern University, 2009; PhD, 2017.

Bann, James G., Associate Professor and Undergraduate Coordinator, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2004). BS, Ft. Lewis College, 1993; PhD, Oregon Health Sciences University, 2000.

Bannister, Andra J., Professor, School of Criminal Justice (1996). BS, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1989; MA, Indiana University-Bloomington, 1990; PhD, Michigan State University, 1995.

Bart, Edward H., Assistant Professor of American Sign Language, Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (2024). BA, University of Texas-Arlington, 2004; MA, 2015; EdD, Lamar University, 2023.

Barut, Mehmet, Professor and Department Chair, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2000). BS, Istanbul Technical University, 1988; MS, 1991; PhD, Clemson University, 1999.

Bechtold, Rebeccah B., Associate Professor and Graduate Studies Coordinator, Department of English (2013). BA, Knox College, 2005; MA, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2007; PhD, 2012.

Beck, James B., Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2013). BS, Eastern Kentucky University, 1999; PhD, Washington University, 2007.

Beck, Moriah R., Talaty Endowed Research Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2011). BS, Eastern Kentucky University, 1999; PhD, Washington University, 2007.

Beeken, Ryan N., Professor, Associate Director of School of Music and Director of Choral Activities, School of Music (2019). BM, Drake University, 1994; MM, Michigan State University, 2009; DMA, 2012.

Beeler, Angela M., Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2018). BA, University of South Florida, 2013; MS, Oklahoma State University, 2014; PhD, 2018.

Bees, Julie I., Professor, School of Music (1986). BM, Peabody Conservatory, 1974; DMA, University of Colorado, 1982.

Behrman, Elizabeth C., Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1990). BS, Brown University, 1979; MS, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1981; PhD, 1985.

Bergman, Daniel J., Professor, School of Teaching and Learning (2007). BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1999; MA, 2002; MA, University of Nebraska-Kearney, 2004; PhD, Iowa State University, 2007.

Bernstorf, Elaine D., Professor, School of Music (1984). BME, Wichita State University, 1976; MMED, 1978; PhD, 1993.

Berry, Bobby D., Assistant Dean, College of Education; Assistant Professor, Department of Sport and Leadership Studies (2016). BAED, Wichita State University, 2011; MEd, 2013.

Billingham, Chase M., Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Department of Sociology (2013). BA, Tulane University, 2006; MA, Northeastern University, 2008; PhD, 2013.

Birzer, Michael L., Professor and Graduate Coordinator, School of Criminal Justice; Director of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activity Hub, Honors College (1996). BS, Wichita State University, 1989; MS, 1994; EdD, Oklahoma State University, 2000.

Boehme, Rodney D., Associate Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2004). BS, Texas A&M, 1984; MBA, Baylor University, 1993; PhD, University of Houston, 1998.

Boldsaikhan, Enkhsaikhan, Associate Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2018). BS, Mongolian University of Science and Technology 2000; MS, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, 2005; PhD, 2008.

Bolin, Brien L., Senior Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Professor, School of Social Work (1999). BS, Oklahoma State University, 1985; MS, 1988; MSW, Walla Walla College, 1998; PhD, Oklahoma State University, 1994.

Bomgardner, Richard K., Associate Professor and Program Director of Athletic Training, Department of Physical Therapy (2003). BAED, Wichita State University, 1987; MS, Fort Hays State University, 1991; EdD, Liberty Baptist College, 2014.

Bondy, Patrick R., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Philosophy (2018). BA, University of Windsor, 2006; MA, 2008; PhD, McMaster University, 2012.

Bousfield, George R., Jones Distinguished Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (1991). BS, Saginaw Valley State University, 1974; MA, Indiana University, 1976; PhD, 1981.

Boynton, Thomas J., Associate Professor, Department of English (2014). BA, Monmouth College, 2002; MA, University of Illinois, 2005; PhD, 2011.

Brady, Stephen W., Associate Professor, Director of College Algebra Program and Undergraduate Coordinator, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1967). BA Indiana University 1963; MA, 1965; PhD, 1968.

Broberg, John C., Associate Professor, Department of Management (2008). BA, Brigham Young University, 1995; MBA, University of Arizona, 1998; PhD, Texas Tech University, 2010.

Brown, Gina R., Associate Professor, Physician Associate Program (2009). BS, Wichita State University, 2004; MPA, University of Nebraska-Omaha, 2009.

Bubp, Robert R., Professor and Graduate Coordinator, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2002). BFA, University of Georgia, 1993; MFA, Georgia State University, 2002.

Bukhgeym, Alexander L., Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2002). MS, Novosibirsk State University, 1971; Candidate of Sciences (PhD), Russian Academy of Sciences Computing Center-Siberian Division, 1974; Doctor of Sciences (PhD), 1984.

Bukowski, Marie D., Dean, College of Fine Arts; Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2023). BFA, Carnegie Mellon University, 1992; MFA, University of Pennsylvania, 2000.

Butcher, Jordan M., Assistant Professor, Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (2025). BA, Drury University, 2015; PhD, University of Missouri, 2020.

Byun, JaeHwan, Associate Professor, School of Teaching and Learning (2015). BA, Hanyang University, 2001; MA, 2004; PhD, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, 2012.

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Castaldi, Cristina M., Associate Professor, School of Music (2016). BM, Kennesaw College, 1990; MM, New England Conservatory of Music, 1992; DMA, Rutgers University, 2015.

Castro, Susan V., Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy (2012). BS, University of California-Los Angeles, 1993; MA, 1998; PhD, 2006.

Chand, Masud, Professor, Department of Management (2009). BBA, University of Dhaka, 2000; MBA, Simon Fraser University, 2004; PhD, 2010.

Chandler, Gaylen N., Professor and Barton Distinguished Chair in Entrepreneurship, Department of Management (2007). BS, Brigham Young University, 1980; MBA, University of Utah, 1989; PhD, 1990.

Chang, Doris, Professor, Department of Political Science (2002). BA, University of North Carolina, 1992; MA, Bowling Green State University, 1994; PhD, Ohio State University, 2002.

Chaudhary, Nabiha, Assistant Professor of Community Psychology, Department of Psychology (2022). BS, Government College University Lahore, 2013; MS, 2015; PhD, University of Cincinnati, 2022.

Chesser, Amy K., Professor and Graduate Program Director, Department of Public Health Sciences (2014). BA, Kansas State University, 1988; MA, Wichita State University, 2003; PhD, Regents University, 2008.

Cho, Na Rea, Assistant Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2023). BA, Ewha Womans University, 2015; MA, 2018; PhD, University of Alabama, 2023.

Clark, Charles B., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Psychology (2015). BS, Aquinas College, 2004; MA, University of Southern Mississippi, 2008; PhD, 2011.

Clawson, Cheyla M., Associate Professor and Director, School of Performing Arts (2012). BFA, Wichita State University, 2000; MA, 2006.

Cluff, Kim, Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering (2012). BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2007; MS, 2009; PhD, 2012.

Cockrell, Seth, Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Economics and Marketing (2018). BA, Oklahoma State University, 2004; MBA, University of Arizona, 2007; PhD, Michigan State University, 2016.

Connor, Francis X., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of English (2012). BA, University of Scranton, 1994; MA, George Mason University, 2003; PhD, University of Virginia, 2011.

Craft, Timothy M., Associate Professor and Director of Koch Global Trading Center, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2000). BS, Illinois State University, 1987; MS, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1992; MS, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1996; PhD, 2001.

Cramer, Katherine C., Professor, School of Teaching and Learning (2010). BS, Emporia State University, 2000; MS, Kansas State University, 2003; PhD, Arizona State University, 2006.

Cure Vellojin, Laila N., Associate Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2015). BS, Universidad del Norte-Colombia, 2003; MS, 2006; PhD, University of South Florida, 2011.

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Dai, Rui, Assistant Educator of Special Education, Department of Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways, Literacy and Special Education (2024). BA, Dianchi College of Yunnan University, 2013; MA, University of Oregon, 2017; PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2024.

Dao, Mai, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2021). BSc, Texas Tech University, 2016; MS, 2018; PhD, 2021.

Das, Lokesh C., Assistant Professor, School of Computing (2024). MS, University of Memphis, 2022; PhD, 2024.

Davis, Lynne, Professor and Town Faculty of Distinction, School of Music (2006). BM, University of Michigan, 1971.

Dawe, Margaret M., Associate Professor and Director of Creative Writing, Department of English (1993). BA, University of Virginia, 1979; MS, Northwestern University, 1980; MFA, City University of New York Brooklyn College, 1989.

DeFrain, Darren, Professor and Director of the Writing Program, Department of English (2005). BA and BS, University of Utah, 1989; MA, Kansas State University, 1992; MFA, Southwest Texas State University, 1995; PhD, Western Michigan University, 2000.

Dehner, George J., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of History (2004). BS, Temple University, 1992; MA, University of Denver, 1999; PhD, Northeastern University, 2005.

Del Aguila, Rocio A., Associate Professor, Department Chair and Graduate Studies Coordinator, Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (2014). BA, Pontificia Universidad Catolica Del Peru, 1999; MA, University of Texas-Austin, 2005; PhD, 2011.

Delgado-Solorzano, Edma I., Assistant Professor of Spanish, Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (2024). BA, Hendrix College, 2004; MA, University of Kansas, 2007; PhD, 2015.

Delillo, Thomas K., Elcrat Professor of Applied Mathematics, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1988). BA, Upsala College, 1973; PhD, New York University, 1985.

Demissie, Zelalem S., Associate Professor, Department of Geology (2019). BS, Addis Ababa, 2000; MS, 2005; MS, Kent State University, 2011; PhD, Oklahoma State University, 2018.

Devereaux, Abigail N., Assistant Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2020). BA, Boston University, 2004; MA, 2007; MS, George Mason University, 2017; PhD, 2020.

Ding, Yanwu, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2008). BS, Southwest Jiaotong University, 1985; MS, Northern Jiaotong University, 1989; MS, McMaster University, 2002; PhD, 2007.

Dozier, Crystal A., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Anthropology (2018). BA, University of Chicago, 2012; MA, Texas A&M University, 2016; PhD, 2018.

Driessen, Brian J., Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2004). BS, Louisiana Tech University, 1991; MS, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1993; PhD, 1996.

Dutta, Atri, Associate Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (2013). BSASE, Indian Institute of Technology, 2002; MS, Georgia Institute of Technology, 2005; PhD, 2009.

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Eichhorn, David M., Senior Associate Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (1996). BA, Harvard University, 1986; PhD, University of California-Berkeley, 1992.

Engber, Kimberly S., Dean, Honors College; Associate Professor, Department of English (2007). BA, Kenyon College, 1993; MA, The City University of New York, 2000; PhD, 2003.

English, Douglas S., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2008). BS, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 1993; PhD, Iowa State University, 1998.

Eslami, Ali, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2015). BS, Sharif University of Technology, 2004; MS, 2006; PhD, University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 2013.

Esmaeili, Ahmad, Assistant Professor, School of Computing (2024). BS, Urmia University, 2007; MS, University of Science and Technology-Tehran, 2010; PhD, Purdue University, 2024.

Estes, Sarah Beth, Dean, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; Professor, Department of Sociology (2025). BA, Hendrix College, 1992; MA, University of Iowa, 1995; PhD, 2000.

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Farmer, Steven M., Professor and Barton Distinguished Chair in Business, Department of Management (1999). BS, Tulane University, 1978; MA, Southern Methodist University, 1980; MS, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1991; PhD, 1993.

Ferguson, Jason W., Professor and Director of Physics, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1997). BS, Wichita State University, 1990; MS, 1992; PhD, University of Kentucky, 1997.

Figy, Terrance M., Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2014). BS, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, 2000; MA, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2004; PhD, 2006.

Fiorini, Jody J., Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2015). BA, Binghamton University, 1986; MEd, State University of New York-Oneonta, 1993; PhD, Syracuse University, 2001.

Flynn, William P., Associate Professor and Director of Jazz Studies, School of Music (2013). BM, Capital University, 2010; MM, University of North Texas, 2012.

Foley, Mark T., Professor, School of Music (1989). BM, University of Minnesota, 1984; MM, University of Rochester Eastman School of Music, 1989; DMA, Indiana University, 2008.

Fox, Maronica N., Assistant Professor, School of Social Work (2025). BA, Wichita State University, 1998; MA, Newman University, 2002, PhD, University of Kentucky, 2024.

Fraser, Robert G., Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2021). BS, Case Western Reserve University, 2011; MS, University of British Columbia, 2013; PhD, 2018.

Fridman, Buma L., Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1982). MS, Moscow State University, USSR, 1969; PhD, Leningrad Pedagogical Institute, USSR, 1973.

Friend, Jennifer I., Dean, College of Education; Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2023). BA, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 1992; MA, 1996; PhD, 2004.

Fu, Yang, Assistant Professor of Special Education/Elementary, School of Teaching and Learning (2025). BS, Boston University, 2018; MEd, 2019; PhD, University of Maryland, 2025.

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Gao, Yuanyuan, Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering (2024). BS, Beihang University, 2010; MS, 2013; PhD, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 2020.

Genin, Larisa V., Dean, Barton School of Business; Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2019). BBA, University of San Francisco, 1996; MBA, Golden Gate University, 1997; DBA, 2001.

Glaser, Mark A., Professor, Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (1981). BBA, Wichita State University, 1970; MUA, 1974; PhD, University of Texas-Arlington, 1981.

Gong, Maojun, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2012). BA and BS, University of Science and Technology of China, 1998; PhD, University of Cincinnati, 2006.

Gordon, Deborah A., Associate Professor, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; (1992). BA, University of California-Davis, 1978; PhD, University of California-Santa Cruz, 1991.

Grady, Daniel J., Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2022). BS, Franciscan University of Steubenville, 2008; PhD, University of Pittsburgh, 2015.

Graham, Gerald H., Clinton Distinguished Professor, Department of Management (1967). AA, Panols Junior College, 1957; BS, Northwestern State University, 1957; MS, 1960; PhD, Louisiana State University, 1968.

Gray, Marta, Associate Professor of Piano Pedagogy and Program Director of Keyboard, School of Music (2019). BA, Seattle Pacific University, 1985; MM, University of Oklahoma, 1989; PhD, 1998.

Green, Christopher C., Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2020). MS, Imperial College London, 2009; PhD, Imperial College London, 2013.

Griffith, Jean C., Associate Professor, Department of English (2007). BA, Boston College 1993; MA, Temple University, 1996; PhD, Texas A&M University, 2003.

Groutas, William C., WSU Foundation Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (1980). BS, American University of Beirut, 1969; PhD, University of Kentucky, 1973.

Gruetzemacher, Richard R., Assistant Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2021). BS, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, 2011; MS, 2014; PhD, Auburn University, 2020.

Gu, Shuang, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2015). BS, Dalian University of Technology, 2000; PhD, 2008.

Guo, Hai, Regents Professor of Public Finance, Hugo Wall of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (2022). BA, Beijing Foreign Studies University, 1999; MPA, Iowa State University, 2003; MA, Georgia State University, 2008; PhD, 2008.

Gupta, Deepak P., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2014). BS, Indian Institute of Technology, 2000; MS, West Virginia University-Morgantown, 2005; PhD, 2007.

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Hager, Kevin E., Associate Professor, Elliott School of Communication (1998). BA, Fort Hays State University, 1982; MS, 1983.

Hakansson, Nils A., Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering (2011). BA, Duke University, 1988; MS, University of California-Davis, 2003; PhD, 2008.

Hale, LaDonna S., Professor and Director of Assessment, Physician Associate Program (1997). BS, University of Kansas, 1995; PharmD, 1996.

Hall, Michael G., Associate Professor, Department of Political Science (2008). BS, University of Pittsburgh, 1991; MA, University of California-Santa Barbara, 1997; PhD, 2002.

Hamdeh, Hussein H., Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1989). BS, Lebanese University, 1978; MS, Northwestern University, 1980; PhD, 1986.

Hand, Gregory A., Dean, College of Health Professions; Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences and Physical Therapy (2020). BS, University of South Carolina, 1988; MS, University of Arizona, 1990; PhD, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 1995; MPH, University of South Carolina, 2004.

Harrington, Jamie A., Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2018). BSN, Southwestern College, 2008; MSN, Frontier Nursing University; DNP, Wichita State University, 2018.

Hawley, Suzanne R., Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences (2011). AA, Victor Valley College, 1990; BA, California State University-San Bernardino, 1993; MA, 1995; MPH, Loma Linda University, 1999; PhD, 2002.

Hayton, Jeffrey P., Associate Professor and Undergraduate Coordinator, Department of History (2014). BA, McMaster University, 2002; MA, 2003; PhD, University of Illinois, 2013.

Held, Alan J., Professor and Ross Faculty of Distinction and Program Director of Opera, School of Music (2014). BM, Millikin University, 1987; MM, Wichita State University, 1983.

Henderson, Heather L., Associate Dean of Research, Compliance and Accreditation, and Assistant Professor, College of Health Professions (2025). BA, West Virginia University, 1998; MA, 1999; MA, 2002; EdD, 2019; MA, 2023; MS, Fairmont State University, 2024.

Hendry, William J., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Biological Sciences (1991). BA, Northeastern University, 1974; MA, 1978; PhD, Clark University, 1982.

Henry, Robin C., Associate Professor and Head of Women’s, Ethnicity and Intersectional Studies, Department of History (2006). BA, Austin College, 1998; MA, University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 2000; PhD, Indiana University, 2006.

Hernandez Etura, Maria M., Assistant Professor of Spanish, Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (2025). BA, University of Salamanca, 2001; MA, 2006; MA, University of Arizona, 2018; PhD, 2025.

Herron, Jason P., Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2015). BA, Southern Illinois University, 2005; MEd, University of Oklahoma, 2013; PhD, 2015.

Hertzog, Jodie L., Associate Professor, Department of Sociology (2003). BS, Grand Valley State University, 1994; MA, Western Michigan University, 1997; PhD, Purdue University, 2003.

Hill, Twyla J., Professor, Department of Sociology (1998). BA, California State University-Sacramento, 1986; MA, University of California-Irvine, 1993; PhD, 1998.

Hoffmann, Klaus A., Gordon Distinguished Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (1990). BS, University of Texas-Austin, 1972; MS, 1975; PhD, 1983.

Houseman, Gregory R., Professor and Field Station Director, Department of Biological Sciences (2008). BA, Cornerstone University, 1990; MS, Illinois State University, 1998; PhD, Michigan State University, 2004.

Howland, Matthew D., Assistant Professor, Department of Anthropology (2023). BA, BS, Pennsylvania State University, 2012; MA, University of California-San Diego, 2014; PhD, 2021.

Hu, Xiaomi, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1994). BS, Jiangxi Polytechnic University, 1982; PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia, 1993.

Hundley, Helen S., Assistant Professor, Department of History (1984). BA, University of Florida, 1977; MA, University of Georgia, 1977; PhD, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1984.

Hunsicker, John D., Professor, School of Music (2012). BM, Indiana University, 1994; MM, University of Michigan, 2000; DMA, Arizona State University, 2012.

Hwang, Gisuk, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2013). BE, Handong Global University-Korea, 2002; MS, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 2006; PhD, 2010.

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Jack, Ashlie R., Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, Division of Academic Affairs; Associate Professor, College of Education (2012). BS, Emporia State University, 1996; MS, 2003; PhD, Kansas State University, 2011.

Jameson, Mary E., Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2009). BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1986; MS, 1998; PhD, University of Kansas, 1997.

Jeffres, Thalia D., Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2004). BA, Johns Hopkins University, 1985; MA, Dartmouth College, 1987; PhD, State University of New York-Stony Brook, 1996.

Jones, Timothy D., Assistant Professor of Violin, School of Music (2019). BME, Wichita State University, 2010; MM, Azusa Pacific University, 2012; DMA, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, 2017.

Jorgensen, Michael J., Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2001). BS, University of Nebraska, 1986; MS, 1989; PhD, Ohio State University, 2001.

Jorn, Ryan P., Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2025). BA, Ripon College, 2003; PhD, Northwestern University, 2009.

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Keshavanarayana, Suresh R., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Aerospace Engineering (1995). BS, Ramaiha Institute of Technology, 1992; MS, Wichita State University, 1997; PhD, 2001.

Kianvashrad, Nadia, Assistant Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (2023). BS, Sharif University of Technology, 2008; MS, 2011; PhD, Rutgers University, 2020.

Kim, Wonyoung, Professor, Department of Sport and Leadership Studies (2012). BS, Chungnam National University-Korea, 2001; MS, 2003; MS, Mississippi State University, 2009; PhD, University of Southern Mississippi, 2012.

Kim, Yang-Seon, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2018). BS, Yonsei University, 2008; MS, 2010; PhD, Pennsylvania State University, 2014.

Kirby, Benjamin J., Associate Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2021). MA, University of Iowa, 2009; AuD, 2010; PhD, 2014.

Kliment, Linda K., Associate Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (2009). BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2000; MS, Wichita State University, 2002; PhD, 2009.

Koeber, Charles S., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Sociology (1999). BA, University of Wyoming, 1991; MA, 1993; PhD, Binghamton University, 1999.

Koop, Victoria, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2019). BA, Pavlodar State Pedagogical Institute; MEd, 2011; PhD, University of Kentucky, 2016.

Kreinath, Jens, Associate Professor, Department of Anthropology (2006). BA, University of Heidelberg, 1977; BA, 1991; BA, 1995; MA, 1997; PhD, 2006.

Kshirsagar, Shruti Rajendra, Assistant Professor, School of Computing (2023). BE, University of Mumbai, 2014; ME, 2016; PhD, Institut National De La Recherche Scientifique, 2022.

Kwon, Hyuck M., Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (1993). BS, Seoul National University, 1978; MS, 1980; PhD, University of Michigan, 1984.

Kwon, Yeil, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2024). BS, Korea University, 1998; MS, 2000; MS, Columbia University, 2010; PhD, Temple University, 2018.

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Lankarani, Hamid M., Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (1989). BSME, University of Iowa, 1981; MS, 1983; PhD, University of Arizona, 1988.

Lanning, Katherine J., Associate Professor and Undergraduate Coordinator, Department of English (2018). BA, Southern Methodist University, 2008; MA, University of Wisconsin, 2010; PhD, 2016.

Lasine Thelle, Rannfrid I., Associate Professor, Department of History (2014). BA, University of Oslo, 1988; MA, 1993; PhD, 1999.

Latavietz, Beatrice M., Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2014). MA, University of Warsaw-Poland, 1992; PhD, University of Illinois, 2012.

Laycock, Mark A., Professor, Walenta Faculty of Distinction Endowed Professorship and Director of Orchestra, School of Music (2006). BA, University of Southern California, 1988; MM, University of Nebraska, 1990; DA, University of Northern Colorado, 2005.

Lee, Sun Young, Associate Professor, School of Teaching and Learning (2021). BA, Chuncheon National University of Education, 2007; MA, Seoul National University, 2011; PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2019.

Lee, Yongkuk, Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Biomedical Engineering (2018). BS, Chung-Buk National University, 2003; MS, Engineering Mineral Resources, 2008; PhD, West Virginia University, 2014.

Lehecka, Bryan J., Professor, Department of Physical Therapy (2012). BS, Kansas State University, 2006; PhD, Wichita State University, 2009.

Lei, Quan, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology (2020). BS, Central China Normal University, 2007; MS, Peking University 2011; PhD, Northeastern University, 2015.

Lewis, Rhonda K., Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Department of Psychology (1991). BA, Wichita State University, 1991; MA, University of Kansas, 1993; MPH, 1996; PhD, 1996.

Li, Bin, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2013). BS, Sichuan University, 2005; MS, 2008; PhD, Washington State University-Pullman, 2012.

Li, Jiaqi, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2014). BA, Liaoning Normal University-China, 2000; MEd, Western Kentucky University, 2009; EdD, Texas Tech University, 2013.

Lin, Yueh-Ju, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2018). BS, National Taiwan University, 2007; MS, University of Notre Dame, 2010; PhD, 2014.

Liu, Fuchang, Professor, School of Teaching and Learning (2005). BA, Liaocheng Teachers College, 1982; MA, Jilin University, 1989; MEd, Northeast Louisiana University, 1996; EdD, 1999.

Liu, Yuan, Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2019). BS, University of Science and Technology, 2004; MS, 2007; PhD, University of Notre Dame, 2012.

Lockard, Brittany J., Associate Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2013). BA, Vanderbilt University, 2002; MA, Indiana University-Bloomington, 2004; PhD, University of Kansas, 2012.

Loganathan, Rajprasad, Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2022). BPT, Madras Medical College, 2000; MS, University of Kansas, 2011; PhD, 2007.

Long, Courtney E., Assistant Professor of Music Theory/Composition, School of Music (2024). BA, Friends University, 2008; MM, Wichita State University, 2010; DMA, University of Northern Colorado, 2020.

Long, David S., Associate Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering (2017). BS, Tennessee Technological University, 1998; MS, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2001; PhD, 2004.

Longhofer, Stanley D., Professor and Clark Chair in Real Estate and Finance, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences; Director, Center for Real Estate (1999). BBA, Wichita State University, 1989; MS, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1991; PhD, 1995.

Lounsbery, Monica A., Senior Executive Vice President and Provost, Division of Academic Affairs; Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences (2025). BS, Dakota Wesleyan University, 1991; MS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1995; PhD, 1997.

Lu, Tianshi, Professor and Graduate Coordinator, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2008). BS, Fudan University-China, 1997; MS, New York University, 1999; MA, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2001; PhD, State University of New York-Stony Brook, 2005.

Lu, Xiufen, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy (2001). BA, Beijing Second Institute of Foreign Language, 1983; MA, University of Southern Illinois-Edwardsville, 1991; PhD, University of Kansas, 2001.

Luhring, Thomas M., Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2019). BS, University of Georgia, 2005; MS, 2008; PhD, University of Missouri-Columbia, 2013.

Luinstra, Lindsay C., Assistant Professor and Clinical Education Coordinator for Athletic Training, Department of Physical Therapy (2018). BA, Wichita State University, 2010; BA 2011; Kansas State University, 2014; DAT, University of Idaho, 2019.

Lynne, Alyssa A., Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology (2022). BA, St. Olaf College, 2012; MA, Northwestern University, 2018; PhD, 2022.

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Ma, Chunsheng, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1999). BS, Wuhan Teachers College, 1981; MS, Wuhan University, 1988; PhD, University of Sydney, 1997.

MacDonald, David J., Associate Professor of Music Theory Comp and Graduate Coordinator, School of Music (2018). BM, University of Missouri, 2006; MM, Michigan State University, 2008; DMA, 2009.

Madhavan, Viswanatha, Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (1996). BSET, Indian Institute of Technology, 1991; MS, Purdue University, 1993; PhD, 1996.

Mahapatro, Anil, Associate Dean for Undergraduate and Graduate Programs, College of Engineering; Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering (2011). BS, Maharashtra Institute of Technology-India, 1996; MS, University of Manchester-England, 1997; PhD, New York University, 2004.

Mai, Brent A., Dean and Professor, University Libraries (2023). BA, Bethany College, 1985; MA, George Washington University, 1987; MLIS, University of Texas-Austin, 1990; EdD, Vanderbilt University, 2014.

Manske, Robert C., Professor, Department of Physical Therapy (1998). BA, Wichita State University, 1991; MPT, 1994.

Markova, Gergana, Professor, Department of Management (2006). BS, Bulgarian University of National and World Economy, 1997; MS, 1998; MA, Southwestern University of Bulgaria, 2001; PhD, University of Central Florida, 2006.

Martin, Charles L., Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (1985). BBA, West Texas State University, 1981; MBA, 1982; PhD, Texas A&M University, 1986.

Matthews, Andrea L., Assistant Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2018). BA, Grove City College, 2011; MS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2013; PhD, 2018.

Matveyeva, Susan J., Associate Professor and Cataloging and Institutional Repository Librarian, University Libraries (2002). BA, Odessa State Conservatory, 1970; PhD, Russian Academy of Science Institute of Philosophy, 1985; MLS, Wayne State University, 2001.

May, Anthony D., Associate Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2011). BS, West Texas A&M University, 2004; MS, 2006; PhD, University of Oklahoma, 2011.

McCleary-Jones, Voncella, Associate Dean, College of Health Professions; Professor, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2018). BS, North Carolina Central University, 1991; MS, University of Oklahoma, 1995; PhD, 2007.

McDonald, J. D., Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (1992). BS, Kansas State University, 1983; PhD, 1988.

McLeod, Michael S., Associate Professor, Department of Management (2015). BA, Weber State University, 2005; MBA, California State University Fresno, 2009.

Mee, Emily D., Assistant Professor of Public Administration, Hugo Wall of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (2025). BA, University of Oklahoma, 2020; MPA, 2020; PhD, Indiana University, 2025.

Menon, Mythili, Associate Professor and Director of Linquistics, Department of English (2016). BA, Mahatma Gandhi University, 2004; MA, University of Southern California, 2012; PhD, 2016.

Meyer, Holger, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2008). MS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1996; PhD, 2002.

Middlewood, Alexandra T., Associate Professor, Department Chair and Model UN Director, Department of Political Science (2019). BS, Central Michigan University, 2014; MA, University of Arkansas, 2016; PhD, University of Kansas, 2019.

Miles, William R., Professor and Bomhoff Endowed Professorship in Business, Department of Economics and Marketing (1999). BS, Bentley College, 1993; PhD, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1999.

Mirsadikov, Akmal M., Associate Professor of MIS, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2018). BS, Indiana University, 2001; MBA, Iowa State University, 2012; PhD, 2018.

Molnar, Tamas G., Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2023). BSc, Budapest University of Technology and Economics, 2013; MSc, 2015; PhD, 2018.

Moody, Kimberly D., Professor, Department of Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways, Literacy and Special Education (1998). BA, Wichita State University, 1994; MA, 2000; PhD, Florida State University, 2004.

Moody, Linda E., Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences (2022). BSN, Newman College, 1987; MBA, Baker University, 2001; DNP University of Kansas, 2016.

Moore-Jansen, Peer, Professor, Department of Anthropology (1989). BA, Texas Tech University, 1982; MA, University of Arkansas, 1982; PhD, University of Tennessee, 1989.

Moscoso, Wilfredo, Associate Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2013). BS, Pontificia Universidad Catolica Madre y Maestria, 1996; MS, 2003, Purdue University; MS, 2008; PhD, 2008.

Muether, Mathew O., Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, Division of Academic Affairs; Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2014). BS, University of Missouri-Columbia, 2003; PhD, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 2010.

Mullins, Philip S., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2018). BA, Adams State University, 2011; MA, 2015; PhD, University of Wyoming, 2018.

Muma, Richard D., President and Professor (1994). BS, University of Texas Medical-Galveston, 1987; MPH, University of Texas-Houston, 1993; PhD, University of Missouri-St. Louis, 2004.

Murnan, Reagan D., Assistant Professor of Special Education, Department of Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways, Literacy and Special Education (2022). BA, George Mason University, 2012; MEd, 2013; PhD 2023.

Musaji, Imram Y., Assistant Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2020). BS, Michigan State University, 2004; MS, University of Indianapolis, 2011; MA, Wichita State University, 2014; PhD, 2020.

Muthitacharoen, Achita, Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2002). BA, Thammasat University, 1994; MBA, University of Memphis, 1997; PhD, 2002.

Myose, Roy Y., Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (1992). BSAE, University of Southern California, 1983; MS, California Institute of Technology, 1984; PhD, University of Southern California, 1991.

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Nagel, Duane M., Associate Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2016). BBA, University of Texas-San Antonio, 1996; MBA, Colorado State University-Ft. Collins, 2012; PhD, Florida State University, 2016.

Nair, Rajeev M., Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering (2013). BS, University of Calicut-India, 1998; MS, Wichita State University, 2002; PhD, Iowa State University-Ames, 2007.

Najjar, Mohammad, Assistant Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2022). BS, University of Jordon, MBA, 2007; PhD, University of Memphis, 2014.

Nasir, Murtaza, Assistant Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2022). MBA, University of South Dakota, 2018; PhD, University of Massachusetts-Lowell, 2022.

Nasser, Mohamed M S, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2022). MS, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 2002; PhD, 2005.

Navarro-Serrano, Jose Enrique, Associate Dean, Graduate School; Associate Professor, Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (2013). BA, Universidad Autonoma de Madrid, 1996; MA, Texas State University-San Marcos, 2007; PhD, University of Texas-Austin, 2013.

Neihaus, Aubrey, Assistant Professor of Middle/Secondary Mathematics, School of Teaching and Learning (2020). BA, State University of New York, 2007; BS, 2007; MA, Union Graduate College, 2009; PhD, University of Arizona, 2021.

Nelson, Trevor R., Assistant Professor of Musicology, School of Music (2024). BM, Appalachian State University, 2013; MA, Michigan State University, 2016; PhD, University of Rochester, 2023.

Newbold, Stephanie P., Professor and Director, Hugo Wall of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (2024). BA, Elon University, 2001; MPA, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 2003; PhD, 2006.

Ni, Rui, Associate Professor, Department of Psychology (2008). BS, Beijing Normal University, 1996; PhD, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 2001.

Noble, Jeffrey S., Associate Professor, Department of Sport and Leadership Studies (2004). BS, Iowa State University of Science and Technology, 1984; MS, Western Illinois University, 1987; EdD, University of Northern Colorado, 2004.

Nuhfer, Margarite P., Assistant Professor of School Psychology, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2023). BA, University of Oklahoma, 2007; MA, University of Central Oklahoma, 2012; PhD, Oklahoma State University, 2018.

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O'Bryan, Erin L., Assistant Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2019). BA, University of Arizona, 1997; MA, 1999; PhD, 2003; MS, 2007.

Oare, Steven R., Professor and Director of Wind/Percussion, School of Music (2007). BM, University of Idaho, 1987; DFA, University of Calgary, 1991; MM, 1994; PhD, Michigan State University, 2007.

Ocean, Mia, Associate Professor and MSW Director, School of Social Work (2024). BA, University of West Florida, 2000; MSW, University of Michigan, 2002; PhD, Boston University, 2015.

Okafor, Chinyere G., Professor, Department of Women’s, Ethnicity and Intersectional Studies (2002). BA, University of Nigeria, 1975; PhD, University College-Cardiff, 1977; MA, University of Sussex, 1979; PhD, University of Nigeria, 1989.

Owens, Robert M., Professor, Department of History (2004). BA, Southern Illinois University Carbondale, 1995; MA, University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne, 1998; PhD, 2003.

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Pang, Chengzong, Associate Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2013). BS, North China Electric Power University, 2000; MS, 2003; PhD, Texas A&M University, 2011.

Parcell, Lisa M., Professor, KHF Distinguished Chair and Director of Public Speaking, Elliott School of Communication (2001). BS, Appalachian State University, 1993; MA, University of Alabama, 1997; PhD, 2003.

Parcell, William C., Associate Professor, Department of Geology (2001). BS, University of the South, 1994; MS, University of Delaware, 2000; PhD, University of Alabama, 2000.

Parham, Douglas F., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2008). BA, Memphis State University, 1992; MA, University of Memphis, 1996; PhD, 2008.

Patterson, Jean A., Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (1999). BS, Florida State University, 1976; MA, Ball State University, 1981; EdD, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, 1997.

Patterson, Jeremy A., Dean, College of Innovation and Design; Executive Director of Innovation and New Ventures; Erker Faculty of Distinction Professor and Director of Human Performance Lab, Department of Public Health Sciences (2004). BS, Linfield College, 1995; MS, Victoria University of Wellington, 2002; PhD, 2004.

Pearson, Jennifer D., Professor, Department of Sociology (2008). BA, University of Texas-Austin, 2000; MA, 2003; PhD, 2008.

Pedersen, Jacy, Assistant Professor of Music Theory, School of Music (2023). BM, University of Texas-Arlington, 2016; MM, Texas Christian University, 2019; PhD, University of Cincinnati, 2023.

Pederson, Claudia C., Associate Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2014). BA, California State University-Long Beach, 2001; MA, 2004; MA, Cornell University, 2008; PhD, 2012.

Pelkowski, Jodi E., Associate Professor and Moore Professorship, Department of Economics and Marketing (2000). BA, Coe College, 1995; MS, University of Kentucky, 1998; PhD, 2000.

Perry, John T., Associate Dean, Academic Operations and Undergraduate Programs, Barton School of Business; Professor, Department of Management (2005). BA, Dickinson College, 1989; MBA, Lehigh University, 1992; MS, University of Pennsylvania, 1999; PhD, Pennsylvania State University, 2006.

Peterson, Katelyn H., Assistant Professor of Music Education and Associate Director of Choral Activities, School of Music (2025). BME, University of Wisconsin-River Falls, 2011; MM, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 2022; DMA, University of Iowa, 2025.

Pettersen, Christian L., Assistant Professor of Geography and Geography Program Coordinator, Department of History (2025). BA, University of Arizona, 2013; MA, University of Georgia, 2015; PhD, 2023.

Pile, Debra E., Associate Dean for Nursing Practice; Associate Professor and Department Chair, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2008). BSN, Wichita State University, 1999, MSN, 2004; DNP, 2009.

Pisano, James D., Associate Professor of Saxophone and Director of Jazz Ensembles, School of Music (2018). BA, University of New Hampshire, 1994; MM, University of Miami, 1997.

Porter, Christine M., Associate Professor and Director, School of Accountancy (2015). BS, University of Denver, 2005; PhD, University of Kansas, 2015.

Price, Jay M., Professor, Department of History (1999). BA, University of New Mexico, 1991; MA, College of William and Mary, 1992; PhD, Arizona State University, 1997.

Proctor, Pat E., Assistant Professor in Homeland Security, School of Criminal Justice (2019). BS, Purdue University, 1994; MA, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, 2008; PhD, Kansas State University, 2014.

Proppe, Christopher E., Assistant Professor - Exercise Science, Department of Public Health Sciences (2024). BS, Texas Christian University, 2014; MS, Middle Tennessee State University, 2017; PhD, University of Central Florida, 2024.

Pugh, Coleen R., Dean, Graduate School; Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2019). BA, University of California-Davis, 1983; BS, 1983; MS, Case Western Reserve University, 1985; PhD, 1991.

Pulaski, Jeffrey S., Professor and Director, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2000). BFA, Wichita State University, 1991; MFA, Kansas State University, 2008.

Puskarevic, Irma, Assistant Professor of Graphic Design, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2019). MSc, University of Novi Sad, 2010; PhD, 2018.

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Quirin, Jeffrey J., Professor and Barton Distinguished Chair in Business, School of Accountancy (2000). BBA, Pittsburg State University, 1994; MBA, 1995; PhD, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1998.

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Rahiminejad, Sina, Assistant Professor, School of Accountancy (2023). BS, Esfahan University, 2011; MBA, Sharif University of Technology, 2014; PhD, University of Calgary, 2022.

Rai, Atul, Associate Professor, School of Accountancy (2007). BT, Indian Institute of Technology, 1981; MBA, Indian Institute of Management, 1983, PhD, New York University, 1996.

Ramanan, Prakash V., Professor, School of Computing (1991). BS, Birla Institute of Technology and Science, 1980; PhD, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, 1984.

Ravigururajan, Tiruvadi S., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering (1991). BA, University of Madras, 1978; MS, Howard University, 1981; PhD, Iowa State University, 1986. Licensed Professional Engineer-Iowa.

Ray, Jennifer M., Associate Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2014). BA, Oberlin College, 2007; MFA, Columbia College-Chicago, 2012.

Redger-Marquardt, Chelsea, Assistant Dean, Honors College; Assistant Professor, College of Education (2019). BS, Emporia State University, 2006; MS, St. Cloud State University, 2008; EdD, Wichita State University, 2019.

Richburg, Cynthia McCormick, Professor and Coordinator, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2018). BA, University of Tennessee-Knoxville, 1988; MA, 1989; PhD, 1998.

Rife, Aaron T., Associate Professor and Department Chair, School of Teaching and Learning (2014). BA, Brigham Young University, 2002; MS, University of Kansas, 2008; PhD, 2014.

Rogers, Michael E., Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences; Research Director of CPAA, College of Health Professions (1998). BS, Mount Union College, 1991; PhD, Kent State University, 1996.

Rogers, Nicole L., Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences (2007). BS, Mount Union College, 1992; MA, Kent State University, 1994; MEd, University of Texas-Austin, 1999; PhD, Wichita State University, 2003.

Ross, R. Michael, Associate Dean, College of Education; Associate Professor, Department of Sport and Leadership Studies (2010). BS, Wichita State University, 2002; MEd, 2006; EdD, Baker University, 2019.

Roussel, Brigitte R., Associate Professor and Director of Foreign Language Teacher Education; Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (1982). BA, La Sorbonne, 1976; MA, 1981; PhD, University of Kansas, 1991.

Russell, Francis L., Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2004). BA, Carlton College, 1992; PhD, University of Texas-Austin, 1999.

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Saboo, Kartikeya, Assistant Professor and Undergraduate Coordinator, Department of Anthropology (2018). BA, University of Delhi, 1999; MA, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, 2001; MA, Rutgers University, 2011; PhD 2017.

Salari, Ehsan, Associate Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2013). BS, Amirkabir University of Technology-Tehran, 2003; MS, Sharif University of Technology-Tehran, 2005; PhD, University of Florida-Gainesville, 2011.

Salinas Monroy, Sergio A., Associate Professor, School of Computing (2015). BS, Jackson State University, 2010; PhD, Mississippi State University, 2015.

Samuels, Phillip D., Assistant Professor and Director of Debate, Elliott School of Communication (2021). BFA, Emporia State University, 2003; MA, University of Kansas, 2008; PhD, 2019.

Santos, Lori J., Associate Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2017). BA, Bethany College, 1990; MA, University of Kansas, 1997; PhD, University of North Texas, 2011.

Sarkar, Souvika, Assistant Professor, School of Computing (2024). MS, Auburn University, 2024; PhD, 2024.

Sato, Tetsuya, Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology (2024). BS, Old Dominion University-Norfolk, 2018; MS, 2020; PhD, 2024.

Sayman, Donna, Professor, Department of Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways, Literacy and Special Education (2010). BA, Southwestern Assemblies of God College, 1991; MS, Oklahoma State University, 2003; PhD, 2009.

Scheffler, Adam, Assistant Professor, Department of English (2024). AB, Harvard College, 2006; MFA, University of Iowa, 2008; PhD, Harvard University, 2017.

Schneegurt, Mark A., Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2000). BS, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 1984; MS, 1985; PhD, Brown University, 1989.

Scholl, Gerald A., Professor, School of Music (2007). BM, Boston University, 1984; MM, New England Conservatory of Music, 1992.

Schroer, Haley M., Assistant Professor of LatinX History, Department of History (2025). BA, Texas Christian University, 2016; MA, University of Texas-Austin, 2018; PhD, 2023.

Scruggs, Melissa A., Assistant Professor of Mineralogy/Petrology, Department of Geology (2024). BS, University of Missouri, 2011; MS, California State University, 2014; PhD, University of California, 2022.

Searle, Catherine, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2014). BA, Bryn Mawr College, 1984; PhD, University of Maryland-College Park, 1992.

Self, Patricia L., Associate Professor, Cassat Distinguished Chair in Communication Sciences and Disorders, and PhD Grad Coordinator, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (1991). BA, Wichita State University, 1984; MA, 1985; PhD, 1991.

Shade, Timothy M., Associate Professor and Director, School of Music (2016). BM, Youngstown State University, 2006; DMA, University of Miami, 2016.

Shan, Zhiyong, Associate Professor, School of Computing (2017). MS, Zhejiang University, 2000; PhD, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 2003.

Sharma, Anand, Associate Professor, Department of Public Health Sciences (2023). BS, DePaul University, 1996; MA, 1998; MS, Loyola University, 2002; PhD, University of North Carolina, 2009.

Shaw, Carolyn M., Professor, Department of Political Science (2001). BA, Dickinson College, 1991; PhD, University of Texas-Austin, 2000.

Shill, Terry L., Assistant Professor, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2023). BSN, West Texas A&M University, 1979; MSN, University of Phoenix, 2005; DNP, University of Arizona, 2020.

Showstack, Rachel, Associate Professor, Department of Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures (2013). BA, University of California-Santa Cruz, 2001; MA, Sacramento State University, 2006; PhD, University of Texas-Austin, 2013.

Shuai, Bin, Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2003). BS, Nanjing University, 1993; MS, 1996; PhD, University of California-Riverside, 2003.

Shukaev, Leonid V., Associate Professor, School of Music (2010). BM, St. Petersburg Conservatory of Music-Russia 1984; MM-PhD, 1989.

Shvartsburg, Alexandre A., Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2014). MS, University of Nevada, 1995; PhD, Northwestern University, 1999.

Sigley, Daniel L., Assistant Professor of Athletic Training, Department of Physical Therapy (2023). BA, Tabor College, 2010; MS, Kansas State University, 2015; DAT, University of Idaho, 2018.

Sinha, Kaushik, Associate Professor, School of Computing (2012). BS, National Institute of Technology-Warangal, India, 1997; MS, Indian Institute of Technology, 2002; MS, Ohio State University, 2009; PhD, 2010.

Skinner, Steven R., Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (1991). BS, University of Iowa, 1985; MS, 1988; PhD, 1991.

Slade, Samantha G., Associate Professor, Department of Psychology (2017). BA, University of Akron, 2010; MA, University of Arkansas, 2013; PhD, 2017.

Smith, Barbara S., Professor, Department of Physical Therapy (1985). BS, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1966; MS, 1982; PhD, 1985.

Smith, Joshua A., Assistant Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2020). BFA, Fort Hays State University, 2007; MFA, 2014.

Soares, Davi M., Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering (2023). BS, Universidade Federal de Itajuba, 2015; MS, Universidade Estadul de Campinas, 2018; PhD, Kansas State University, 2021.

Solomey, Nick, Professor, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (2007). BS, Mount Union College, 1983; MS, Ohio State University, 1987; PhD, University of Geneva, 1992.

Srivastava, Smita, Assistant Professor of Entrepreneurship/Strategic Management, Department of Management (2020). MS, Michigan State University, 2007; PhD, Washington State University, 2020.

Steck, James E., Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (1990). BSAE, University of Missouri-Rolla, 1980; MS, 1984; PhD, 1989.

Sterrett, Susan, Gridley Distinguished Professor of History and Philosophy of Science, Department of Philosophy (2013). BS, Cornell University, 1977; MA University of Pittsburgh, 1987; MA, 1988; PhD, 1999.

Stinchcomb, Heidi R., Associate Dean, College of Education; Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2016). BS, Indiana University, 2002; MS, 2005; PhD, 2015.

Stoldt, G. Clayton, Professor, Department of Sport and Leadership Studies (1998). BA, University of Oklahoma, 1984; MS, 1990; EdD, 1998.

Storrer, Angela D., Assistant Professor, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2017). BSN, Wichita State University, 1994; MSN, 2005; PhD, University of Kansas, 2024.

Sulyok, Levente, Professor, School of Art, Design and Creative Industries (2007). AA and AS, Santa Rosa Junior College, 2001; BA, University of California-Berkeley, 2003; MFA, Rhode Island School of Design, 2006.

Sun, Xiao-Ming, Professor, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (2004). BS, Hunan College of Chinese Medicine, 1987; MA, 1987; MA, University of Connecticut, 1996; PhD, 1998.

Sun, Ziqi, Professor and Department Chair, Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (1990). BS, Chinese University of Science and Technology, 1992; MA, University of California-Los Angeles, 1985; PhD, 1987.

Suzuki, Yumiko, Associate Professor and Interim Director for Forensic Biology, Firearms, and Criminal Investigations, School of Criminal Justice (2014). BA, Southern Oregon University, 1994; MA, Southern Illinois University, 2001; PhD, State University of New York-Albany, 2011.

Swindle, Andrew L., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Geology (2014). BS, Oklahoma State University, 1999; MS, 2003; PhD, University of Oklahoma, 2013.

Sylvester, Michael L., Associate Professor, School of Music (2016). BM, Westminster Choir College, 1973; MM, Indiana University, 1978.

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Tadesse, Aweke S., Assistant Professor, School of School Work (2025). BTh, Evangelical Tehological College, 2002; MA, International Institue of Management, 2008; PhD, Asian Pacific Nazarene Tehological Seminary, 2018; MSW, University of Northern Iowa-Cedar Falls, 2021; PhD, Saint Louis University, 2025.

Tartaroglu, Semih, Associate Professor, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2008). BS, Bilkent University, 1998; MS, Texas A&M University, 2002; PhD, 2008.

Taylor, Hilary G., Assistant Professor of Voice, School of Music (2023). BM, University of Texas, 2015; MM, University of North Texas, 2017.

Taylor, Samuel B., Professor, Department of English (2011). BA, Swarthmore College, 1997; MFA, University of Texas-Austin, 2002; MFA, University of Virginia-Charlottesville, 2010.

Tennant, James I., Associate Teaching Professor, Elliott School of Communication (2018). BA, University of Alberta, 1992; MA, University of Texas-Austin, 1999; PhD, 2013.

Terry, Ryan P., Assistant Professor in Human Resources, Department of Management (2023). BBA, Fort Hays State University, 2009; MBA, 2011; PhD, University of Texas-Arlington, 2017.

Thiele, Julie M., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Teacher Apprenticeship Pathways, Literacy and Special Education (2020). BS, Kansas State University; 2004; MA, University of Northern Iowa, 2009; Kansas State University, PhD, 2016.

Thompson, Valerie J., Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2019). BA, Friends University, 2005; BS, 2005; MS, Illinois State University, 2009; PhD, Oklahoma State University, 2020.

Thornberry, Jennifer F., Assistant Professor, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2021). BSN, University of Kentucky, 1992; MSN, Murray State University, 1997; DNP, Wichita State University, 2020.

Tomblin, John S., Executive Vice President for Research and Industry and Defense Programs, and Research Officer; Executive Director of NIAR; Bloomfield Distinguished Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (1994). BSAE, West Virginia University, 1990; MS, 1991; PhD, 1994.

Torres Rivera, Edil T., Professor in Counseling, Department of Counseling, Educational Leadership, Educational and School Psychology (2019). BS, Excelsior College, 1987; MEd, Boston University, 1990; PhD, University of Connecticut, 1995.

Twomey, Janet M., Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems and Manufacturing Engineering (1994). BA, University of Pittsburgh, 1990; MS, 1992; PhD, 1995.

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VanRavenhorst-Bell, Heidi A., Associate Professor and Department Chair, Department of Public Health Sciences (2010). BA, Wichita State University, 1999; MEd, 2005; PhD, 2015.

Venkatesan, Usha C., Barton Distinguished Chair in International Business, Director of the Center for International Business Advancement, and Professor, Department of Management (2018). BA, Elphinstone College, 1977; MA, University of Illinois, 1979; MPH, New York University, 1988; PhD, 1990.

Vermillion, Mark C., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Sport and Leadership Studies; Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects, College of Education (2006). BS, Kansas State University, 2000; MA, Wichita State University, 2003; PhD, Oklahoma State University, 2006.

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Wallace, Jeb M., Associate Professor, School of Music (2016). BM, Southern Methodist University, 1999; MM, Cleveland Institute of Music, 2001; DMA, State University of New York-Stony Brook, 2009.

Wang, Jian, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2019). BS, Changchun University of Science and Technology, 2008; PhD, Shandong University, 2013.

Wang, Xiaoheng, Assistant Professor, Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (2019). BA, Nanjing Tech University, 2010; MPA, University of Illinois-Chicago, 2012; PhD, 2019.

Ward, Margaret A., Assistant Professor, Ascension Via Christi School of Nursing (2021). BSN, Newman University, 2006; MSN, Wichita State University, 2013; PhD, 2019.

Waters, Mary A., Hughes Distinguished Professor, Department of English (2004). BA, Millersville University of Pennsylvania, 1979; MA, San Francisco State University, 1994; PhD, University of California-Davis, 2001.

Watkins, John M., Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2004). BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1989; MS, Ohio State University, 1991; PhD, 1995.

Weems, Robert E. Jr., Garvey Distinguished Professor of Business History, Department of History (2011). BA, Western Illinois University, 1973; MA, Boston University, 1975; MA, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, 1982; PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1987.

Weheba, Gamal S., Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (1999). BS, Menoufia University, 1981; MS, 1987; PhD, University of Central Florida, 1996.

Wimalasena, Kandatege, Professor, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (1989). BS, University of Peradeniya, 1977; PhD, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1986.

Windsor, Nicole D., Associate Teaching Professor, Department of Physical Therapy (2022). BBA, Wichita State University, 1990; MPT, 2004; University of Kentucky, PhD, 2021.

Wing, Hannah G., Assistant Professor, Elliott School of Communication (2021). BA, Brigham Young University, 2015; PhD, Ohio State University, 2021.

Woods, Nicole C., Professor and Department Chair, Department of Public Health Sciences (2012). BS, Wichita State University, 2007; MA, University of Kansas, 2009; MPH, University of Kansas, 2010; PhD, 2011.

Wright, David W., Chief Data Officer, Division of Academic Affairs; Professor, Department of Sociology (1993). BA, Purdue University, 1987; MA, 1989; PhD, 1992.

Wu, Haifan, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Graduate Coordinator, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry (2020). BS, Nanjing University, 2010; PhD, University of South Florida, 2015.

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Yang, Chihdar Charles, Professor, Department of Aerospace Engineering (1997). BS, National Taiwan University, 1985; MS, 1987; PhD, Louisiana State University, 1993. Licensed Professional Engineer, Louisiana.

Yao, Li, Professor, Department of Biological Sciences (2011). BS, Capital Medical University-Beijing, 1994; MS, Beijing Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery, 2000; PhD, University of Aberdeen-UK, 2006.

Yeager, Samuel J. III, Professor, Hugo Wall School of Public Affairs and Public Policy and Management Center (1976). BA, University of Massachusetts, 1967; MLS, Vanderbilt University, 1968; MS, Troy State University, 1971; MA, Auburn University, 1972; DPA, University of Georgia, 1976.

Yildirim, Mehmet B., Professor, Department of Industrial, Systems, and Manufacturing Engineering (2002). BS, Bogazici University, 1994; MS, Bilkent University, 1996; PhD, University of Florida, 2002.

Young, Kelly K., Assistant Professor and BSW Program Director, School of Social Work (2024). BSW, Washburn University, 2010; MSW, 2011.

Yu, Sz De, Associate Professor, School of Criminal Justice (2012). BS, Tunghai University-Taiwan, 2001; MS, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2005; PhD, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2012.

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Zettle, Robert D., Professor, Department of Psychology (1984). BA, Wilkes University, 1974; MA, Bucknell University, 1976; PhD, University of North Carolina, 1984.

Zhang, Na, Assistant Professor in Supply Chain Management, Department of Finance, Real Estate, and Decision Sciences (2025). BBA, Nantong University, 2013; MS, Beijing Jiaotong University, 2015; PhD, University of Florida, 2024.

Zhu, Xiaoyang, Assistant Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2020). BS, Shanxi University, 2012; MS, University of Mining and Technology, 2015; PhD, Oklahoma State University, 2020.

Ziegler, Alexander H., Assistant Professor, Department of Economics and Marketing (2019). BS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute; MS, 2014; PhD, University of Kentucky, 2019.