Faculty & Staff

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• EdD (ABD), The University of Kansas
• MSN; 2013, University of Missouri, Kansas City
• BSN; 2008, Pittsburg State University
• ADN; 2006, Labette Community College

• PhD; Educational Philosophy and Foundation, 2003, University of Kansas
• MA; Curriculum Instruction and Secondary Language Arts, 1993, University of Kansas
• BA; Secondary English Language Arts, 1984, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• Ordination for Church of the Nazarene, August 2015
• Local Preaching License, Kansas City District, Church of the Nazarene

• Licensed Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• PhD; 2024, Walden University
• MA; 2013, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BA; 2004, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• Certificate in Play Therapy; 2021, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• MFA; Screenwriting, 2019, Asbury University
• MA; Digital Storytelling, 2015, Asbury University
• BA; Communications and Media Relations, 2008, Ohio State University

• PhD candidate: Old Testament, University of Manchester via Nazarene Theological College (Anticipated completion: June 2024)
• MA; Biblical Studies, 2012, Asbury Theological Seminary
• BA; Biblical Studies, 2010, Mount Vernon Nazarene University

• PhD; 2012, University of Missouri-Kansas City
• MS; 1993, Wichita State University
• BA; 1991, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• Kansas Teaching Certificate for Secondary Mathematics

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• PhD; 2023, Kansas State University
• MA; 2007, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BS; 1998, Missouri State University

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (Nebraska)
• PhD; 1994, University of Nebraska
• EdS; 1990, University of Nebraska
• MS; 1984, University of Nebraska
• BS; 1977, University of Nebraska

• EdD; 2017, Olivet Nazarene University
• MBA; 1998, Wright State University
• BA; Business Administration and Public Relations, 1994, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• PhD; Foundations (Philosophy/History) of Education; History (Ancient/Medieval) cognate area, 2007, University of Kansas
• MDiv; Biblical Studies, 1982, Nazarene Theological Seminary
• MA; Theology, 1979, Point Loma College
• BA; Christian Education, 1977, Point Loma College
• Youth Ministries Certificate; 1977, Point Loma College

• PhD; Chemistry, 2021, University of Kansas
• BS; Chemistry, 2017, Appalachian State University

• MSE; Biomechanics and Wellness, 2003, University of Kansas
• BA; Athletic Training, 2000, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• Teaching License; 2011, Baker University
• Board of Certification (BOC) Athletic Training Certification
• Kansas State Licensed Athletic Trainer (LAT)
• American Heart Association AED/CPR BLS Certification
• American Heart Association Certified Instructor
• Kinesio Taping Specialist – Level I, II, III
• Dartfish Motion Capture Software Specialist
• Graston M1 Certified

• PhD; Management Information Systems, Indiana University — Bloomington, 1992
• MBA; Oklahoma City University, 1987

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (Missouri)
• Psychoanalyst
• MA; 2015, MidAmerican Nazarene University
• BA; 1997, Concordia University

• Ph.D. in Historical Theology, Saint Louis University, 2018
• M.Div. at Southern Methodist University, Perkins School of Theology, 2010
• B.A. in Theology & Ministry, Southern Nazarene University, 2005

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• MSN; 2023, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BSN; 2016, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• PhD; Theology, 2019, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA,
• MA; Theology, 2009, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA,
• BS; Bible Ministries, 2003, Cairn University, Langhorne, PA

Psy D; 2020, Chicago School of Professional Psychology
MA; 2015, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
BA; 2012, MidAmerica Nazarene University

Specializes in child, adolescent, and young adult psychology; spiritual and faith integration; and diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice

Dissertation: 2019, Into the Wild: Soul, Soul Wilderness, and Soul Retrieval and their Therapeutic Possibilities Today.

Member of the American Psychological Association

Member of the Christian Association for Psychological Studies

Member of APA’s Division 2: Society for the Teaching of Psychology

• CPA
• MAS; 1986, University of Illinois
• BA; Accounting, 1984, Olivet Nazarene University

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• DNP; 2021, Point Loma Nazarene University
• MSN; 2009, University of Missouri, Kansas City
• BSN; 2006, University of Missouri, Kansas City

Global Missionary, Church of the Nazarene 1987-2011

Ordained, Church of the Nazarene, 1982

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (Kansas)
• Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider and Supervisor
• National Certified Counselor
• PhD; 2022, Idaho State University
• MEd; 1996, Northwest Nazarene University
• BS; 1992, Northwest Nazarene University

• EdD; Educational Leadership, 2015, Kansas State University
• M.A; Curriculum and Instruction, 1999, Wichita State University
• B.S; Biology Education, 1995, Kansas State University

• MS; 1999, Computer Science, Michigan Technological University
• BS; 1991, Computational Mathematics, Michigan Technological University

PhD; Counseling Psychology, 2000, Michigan State University

MS; Counseling Psychology, 1992, Kansas University

BA; Psychology, 1988, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• Ph.D; Urban Leadership and Policy Studies, 2009, UMKC
• Ed Spec; Education Administration, 2001
• M.A; Education Administration, 1999, UMKC
• B.A; Elementary Education, 1981, Park University, Cum Laude

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• MSN; 2012, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BSN; 1989, The University of Kansas

Ordained Elder, Church of the Nazarene

PhD ; Educational Studies, 2009, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

MRE; Religious Education, 1993, Nazarene Theological Seminary

BA; Religion, 1998, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• EdD; Leadership (In Progress), University of the Cumberlands
• MS; Sport Management, American Public University
• BA; Sport Management, Iowa Wesleyan University

Licensed to Practice Law in Kansas

MS; 2019, University of Missouri Kansas City

JD; 2005, University of Nebraska

BA; Business Psychology, 2002, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• PhD; 2008, Yale University
• MS; 2004, Yale University
• BS; 2002, Denison University

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• MSN; 2023, The University of Kansas
• BSN; 2017, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BS; Applied Behavioral Science, 2015, The University of Kansas

• PhD; Higher Education Administration & Leadership, 2009, University Nebraska-Lincoln
• MBA; 2021, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• MS; Higher Education Administration and Curriculum & Instruction, 1996, Fort Hays State University
• BS; Education and Psychology, 1988, Central Oklahoma University
• Six-Sigma Green Belt, 2011
• Teacher Licensure K- 9, Kansas State Department of Education, since 2003
• Phi Theta Kappa Leadership Development (PTK) certified instructor since 1996

• EdD; Leadership and Higher Education Administration, 2010, Saint Louis University
• MBA; 1996, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BA; Management and Human Relations, 1993, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• AA; Biblical Studies, 1986, Nazarene Bible College
• Ordained Elder in the Church of the Nazarene

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• MSN; 2019, Pittsburg State University
• BSN; 2011, Pittsburg State University

• EdD; Ethical Leadership, 2018, Olivet Nazarene University
• M.A.C.E.; 2006, Nazarene Theological Seminary
• BA; Religion (Pre-Seminary), 1981, Trevecca Nazarene University
• BA; History, minor-Speech, Communication & Theater, 1979, University of Alabama
• AA; 1977, Jefferson Davis College
• Ordained Elder – Church of the Nazarene

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• Licensed Professional Counselor (Missouri)
• National Certified Counselor
• PhD; 2017, Regent University
• MA; 2011, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• MDiv; 2008, Nazarene Theological Seminary
• BA; 2003, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• Certificate in Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider, 2013, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• PhD; Counselor Education and Supervision, 2022, Kansas State University
• MS, LPC, (KS & MO), NCC, assistant professor of counselor education; community Counseling Center Coordinator
• MS; Counseling, 2017, Southern Methodist University
• BS; Psychology, 2011, Southwest Baptist University

D.M.A.; Wind Conducting, University of Kansas, 2015
M.M.; Band Conducting/Music Education, Kansas State University, 2008

B.A; Music Education, MidAmerica Nazarene University, 2003

• ABD; Educational Policy and Leadership, 2004, University of Kansas
• MEd; Physical Education/Sports Administration, 1986, Wichita State University
• BA; Physical Education, 1979, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• MS; Exercise Science and Wellness, Wake Forest University
• BS; Health and Exercise Science, Wayne State College
• ACRP Certified Clinical Research Coordinator

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• PhD; 2002, The University of Kansas
• MS; 1989, The University of Kansas
• BSN; 1984, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• PHD, Educational Leadership & English, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 2023
• MBA, Business Administration, MidAmerica Nazarene University, 2019
• MLIS, Library & Information Science, Simmons College, 2017
• BGS, English & Psychology, Ball State University, 2015

• PhD; Chemistry, 2009, University of Nevada, Reno
• BA; Environmental Science, 2002, University of Montana, Western

• PhD; degree in Physics and Mathematics, University of Missouri‚ÄìKansas City (2007)
• MS; degree in Physics, University of Missouri‚ÄìKansas City (2005)
• BA; degree in Physics, William Jewell College‚ÄìLiberty, MO (2001)

• PhD; Curriculum and Teaching, 2014, University of Kansas
• MA; Nursing Education, 1985, New York University
• BSN; 1975, State University of New York

• MA; Printmaking/Drawing, 1983, Emporia State University
• BFA; Printmaking/Drawing, 1981, Emporia State University

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• DNP; 2021, University of Missouri – Columbia
• EdD; 2015, Creighton University
• MSN; 2010, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BSN; 2009, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• ASN; 2005, Kansas City Kansas Community College
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
• Family Nurse Practitioner Certification
• Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

• EdD; 2020, Olivet Nazarene University
• MBA; 1997 University of Kansas
• CPA; 1990, State of Missouri
• BA; Accounting and Business Administration, 1987, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• DNP; 2014, University of Missouri – Columbia
• MSN; Post Masters Certificate; 2010, The University of Kansas
• MSN; 1999, The University of Kansas
• BSN; 1990, The University of Kansas
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
• American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Certified Nurse Educator

• PhD; Sociology, 2001, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
• MA; Sociology, 1995, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
• BA; Sociology, 1993, California State University- Fresno

PhD, 2020, University of Cambridge 

MA(TS), 2014, Nazarene Theological Seminary 

BA, 2012, Southern Nazarene University 

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing

BGS; English, 1991, University of KS

MA; English, 1995, University of KS

• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (Kansas)
• Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist (Kansas)
• Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (Kansas)
• Registered Play Therapist and Supervisor
• Board Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC)
• Board Certified Counselor (NCC)
• PhD; 2019, Walden University
• MA; 2007, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• BA; 2005, MidAmerica Nazarene University
• Certificate in Play Therapy, 2010, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• BA; University of Kansas, 1994
• MBA; MidAmerica Nazarene University; 2010

DMA; Choral Conducting, 2016, University of Kansas

MM; Choral Conducting, 2013, East Carolina University

• MSN; 2018, University of Central Missouri
• BSN; 1995, Mid-America Nazarene University

• DVM, Veterinary Medicine, 2000, Iowa State University

• Licensed Registered Dental Hygienist
• EdD; 2001, St. Louis University
• MS; 1996, Pittsburg State University
• BGS; 1983, Missouri Southern State University
• AS; 1985, Missouri Southern State University
• NIDA

• PhD; Biology, 2008, Syracuse University
• BS; Biology, 2000, Augusta State University

• MSN, APRN, FNP-C; 2002, Arizona State University
• BSN; 1998, University of Nebraska Medical Center

PhD; 2018, University of Missouri
MA; 2010, Kansas State University
BA; 2007, Washburn University

• EdD: Educational Administration, Baker University 2009
• MA: 1991, Curriculum and Instruction, University of Kansas
• BA: Elementary Education, 1981, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• RN – Kansas State Board of Nursing
• Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
• Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner (ANP-C)
• DNP; 2014, The University of Kansas
• MS; 2009, The University of Kansas
• BSN; 1984, McMaster University

• EdD; 2017, Olivet Nazarene University
• MBA; 1998, Wright State University
• BA; Business Administration and Public Relations, 1994, MidAmerica Nazarene University

• EdD; Higher Education Administration and Leadership, 2010, Saint Louis University
• MBA; 1985, University of Kansas
• BA; Accounting & Business Administration, 1982, MidAmerica Nazarene University