Faculty


A

Akers, Seth T
Assistant Professor of Cloud, Security, and System Administration
AAS, College of Western Idaho

Allen, Rick
Department Chair of Public Safety
MA, American Public University System

Anchustegui, Erin T
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
PhD, Wayne State University
BA, University of Wisconsin

Ascuena, Andrea K
Professor of English
MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Aydelotte, Susan R
Professor of Math
MS, Brigham Young University
BA, Brigham Young University

B

Baker, Allison R
Department Chair of Nursing
Associate Professor of Registered Nursing

PhD, Idaho State University
MSN, University of Virginia
BSN, East Carolina University

Barber, Jessica M
Instructor of Biology
MS, Sonoma State University
BS, California Polytechnic University

Barham, Stephanie L
Assistant Professor of Administrative Specialist
MBA, University of Phoenix
BS, University of Maryland

Barker, Sam
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
BS, Boise State University
BA, South University

Beckman, Daniel W
Department Chair of Biological Sciences
Assistant Professor of Biology

PhD, Louisiana State University
MS, University of South Carolina
BA, University of North Alabama

Belue, Paul T
Assistant Professor of Math
MA, University of Utah
BS, Brigham Young University
BS, University of Utah

Bennett, Julia P
Instructor of Communication
PhD, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
MFA, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
BA, University of Kentucky

Bergstrom, Emily
Instructor of Psychology
BS, Ball State University
MS, Ball State University

Blackston, Robert
Program Director of Surgical First Assistant
Instructor of Surgical First Assistant

MEd, Boise State University

Blihovde, Bob
Instructor of Computer Support Specialist
AAS, College of Western Idaho
AS, College of Western Idaho

Bogen, Anna
Instructor of English
PhD, Ohio State University

Bohling, Alisa F
Assistant Professor of English
MFA, University of California-Riverside

Bosch, Laura N
Teaching Faculty, Math Solutions Center
MEd, University of North Dakota
BA, Jamestown College

Bothman, Ben D
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Certificate, Boise State University
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Browne, Sherry J
Instructor of Biology
MS, Wagner College
BS, College of Staten Island

Bulthuis, Chelse R
Teaching Faculty, Math Solutions Center
BS, Boise State University

C

Cabrera, Audrey
Instructor of Drafting Technology
AAS, College of Western Idaho

Capell, Jared
Instructor of Horticulture
BS, Utah State University

Carlson, Cody
Instructor of History
PhD, University of Texas
MA, University of Utah

Carson, Cathy J
Professor of Math
MS, Portland State University
BS, University of Idaho

Cash, Ana C
Instructor of Cybersecurity
MS, Western Governors University

Christenson, Steve
Instructor of Cybersecurity
BS, Brigham Young University-Idaho

Cockrell, Christopher
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Conklin, Colleen F
Assistant Professor of Medical Assistant and Medical Administrative Support
AS, American Institute of Health Technology

Connor, Elise W
Associate Professor of Biology
PhD, University of Texas at Austin

Cozzolino, Chris J
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
MA, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
BA, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
AAS, Delaware County Community College

Cullison, Ryan
Instructor of Heavy Duty Truck Technician
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Czurda-Page, Kathleen
Instructor of Cisco Networking and Security Technologies
MS, University of Idaho
ES, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

D

Daly, Anna M
Assistant Professor of Communication
MEd, Northwest Nazarene University
BA, Northwest Nazarene University

Danaan, Deneve Weeks
Instructor of Biology
PhD, University of California-Merced

Day, Tom
Instructor of Software Development
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Del Vecchio, Rick L
Assistant Professor of Software Development
AA, College of Western Idaho
AAS, College of Western Idaho

Della Badia, Carl R
Associate Professor of English
MA, Naropa University

Diamond, Malcolm
Assistant Professor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Dickinson, Charles A
Professor of Sociology
MA, Idaho State University
BS, Boise State University

Didriksen, Scott
Instructor of Software Development
MS, Airforce Institute of Technology
BS, Southern Illinois University at Carbondale

Dolan, Tom
Assistant Professor of Heavy Duty Truck Technician
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho
AAS, ASE Master Technician

Donahue, Shawna
Instructor of Digital Photography
MFA, RMIT University
BA, Universityune Australia
BFA, Boise State University

E

England, Chris M
Assistant Professor of Political Science
PhD, John Hopkins University

Enmark, Gail
Instructor of Dental Assisting
AS, Utah Valley University

Estvold, Annie M
Department Chair of Social Sciences
Assistant Professor of Social Work

MSW, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

Eubanks, Stephanie
Instructor of Registered Nursing
MPH, University of South Carolina

F

Falkowski, Kara
Instructor of Agriculture
DVM, Washington State University
BVS, University of Idaho

Fazil, Goran
Associate Professor of Art
MFA, University of Idaho
BA, Boise State University
BA, College of Idaho

Fehrer, Amanda K
Assistant Professor of English
MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Fisher, Mike D
Associate Professor of Chemistry
MA, Boise State University
BS, Idaho State University

Fisher, Brenda G
Department Chair of Visual and Performing Arts
Professor of Art

MFA, University of Texas at San Antonio
BA, Baylor University

Flood, Megyn
Instructor of Practical Nursing
MSN-Ed, Western Governors University
BSN, California State University Fresno
RN

Fridrick, Christina
Instructor of Biology
MS, University of New Mexico
BS, Texas A and M University

G

Garrity, Dan J
Instructor of Marketing
MA, Gonzaga University
BA, Northern Arizona University
AA, Community College of the Air Force

Gatfield, Jim R
Department Chair of Communications and Marketing
Associate Professor of Communications

MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Gier, Melanie A
Nursing Simulation Faculty, Registered Nursing
BSN, RN, Idaho State University

Gillette, Amber L
Associate Professor of Registered Nursing
MSN, Northwest Nazarene University
BSN, Southwest Baptist University
ASN, Southwest Baptist University

Gladd, Joel A
Department Chair of Integrated Studies
Assistant Professor of Philosophy

PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison
MA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
BA, Wake Forest University

Goade, Dasha
Instructor of Public Health
MPH, University of Colorado Denver

Gorrell, Nikki M
Professor of Anthropology
MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Griffin, Mary A
Instructor of Early Childhood Education
BS, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Grimason-Westcott, Sarah
Instructor of Registered Nursing
DC, New York Chiropractic College
BS, State University of New York

Groat, James
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
AAS, College of Western Idaho
Certificate, Boise State University

H

Hall, Christy
Director of Clinical Education and Program Director of Physical Therapist Assistant
MPH, University of Phoenix
BS. Idaho State University

Hanson, Ryan J
Program Coordinator of Business Administration
Associate Professor of Business

MBA, Northwest Nazarene University
BS, Northwest Nazarene University

Harbaugh, Rob L
Department Chair of Culture, History, and Politics
Professor of History

MA, Western Michigan University
BA, Albion College

Harris, Mari
Instructor of History
MEd, University of Idaho
MA, Gettysburg College
BA, Pace University New York City

Harris, Eric G
Instructor of Machine Tool Technology
AS, Community College of the Air Force
AS, Sonoran Desert Institute

Hart, Brent F
Department Chair of Modern Languages
Professor of Spanish

MA, University of Oregon

Havlina, Natalie J
Instructor of English
MFA, Florida International University
JD, University of Maryland
BA, Whitman College

Heller, Gary L
Assistant Professor of Biology
MS, University of Wyoming
BS, Humboldt State University

Hemley, Jared S
Assistant Professor of Powersports and Small Engine Repair Technology
Certificate, Boise State University

Henderson, Mel D
Program Director of Occupational Therapy Assistant
Instructor of Occupational Therapy Assistant

MBA, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
MS, Rocky Mountain University
BS, Colorado State University

Higby, Jared
Instructor of Agriculture
MA, Colorado State University
BS, Colorado State University

Hill, Laura
Department Chair of Information Technology
Instructor of Software Development

MA, University of Saint Mary
BA, Idaho State University

Hill, Vaughn
Instructor of Automotive Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Hinkle, Ben
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Certificate, Boise State University

Hodges, Nicole
Instructor of Early Childhood Education
MS, San Diego State University
BS, San Diego State University

Hoff, Jody J
Instructor of Economics
PhD, Walden University
MBA, Boise State University

Holm, Ben
Instructor of Drafting Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Holmes, Elaine L
Program Director of Dental Assisting
Professor of Dental Assisting

MEd, Trident University International
BA, Trident University International
BSHS, Trident University International
AAS, Portland Community College

Holt, Janel L
Professor of Spanish
MA, University of Nevada Reno
BA, University of Idaho

Horowitz, Irwin
Instructor of Math
PhD, California Institute of Technology
MS, California Institute of Technology
MS, Washington State University
BS, Washington State University
BS, Massachusettes Institute of Technology

Hultner, Jolie A
Assistant Professor of Registered Nursing
MSN, Vanguard University of Southern California

I

Isom, Teresa L
Assistant Professor of Math
MA, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

J

Jenkins, David E
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Jensen, Andy D
Associate Professor of Biology
DC, Parker College of Chiropractic
BS, Utah State University

Jessie, Darryl
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Johns, Darcia T
Instructor of Accounting
MS, Boise State University

Johnson, Daniel J
Instructor of Powersports and Small Engine Repair Technology
Motorcycle Technician Specialist Certificate, Universal Technical Institute
Can-am Roadster Master Technician, BRP

Jozwiak, James
Assistant Professor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
MSEd, University of Idaho
MSEE, Purdue University
BSEE, Purdue University

K

Keegan, Melissa
Instructor of Social Work
MSW, Boise State University

Kelley, Maia
Associate Professor of Math
MS, Clemson University
BA, Saint Olaf College
AA, Illinois Central College

Kerr, David A
Instructor of Information Technology
MA, San Francisco State Univeristy

Keyes, Jordan D
Instructor of Surgical Technology
CST, CSFA, Boise State University

Knowles, Eric A
Support Faculty, Math Solutions Center
MEd, Lesley University
BS, Boise State University

Krouse, Bryan R
Associate Professor of Geography
MA, California State University-Northridge
BA, University of California-Santa Barbara

Krouse-Adams, Rhonna Z
Associate Professor of Health Science
MS, Boise State University
BA, University of California-Santa Barbara

L

Lauer, Sherri M
Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education
MA, San Francisco State University
BA, University of California

Law, Scott M
Instructor of Automotive Technology
AA, Wyoming Technical Institute

Leavitt, Michael
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Aerospace D17.1 Welding Cert, NDT, State of Idaho CTE Certification

Leavitt, Hollie L
Professor of Biology
MS, Boise State University
BS, Brigham Young University

Lewis, Angel
Program Director of Surgical Technology
Instructor of Surgical Technology

AAS, Idaho State University
BS, Weber State University
MS, Western Governors University

Lund, Justin
Instructor of Heavy Equipment Technician
AAS, Columbia Basin College

Lysne, Steve J
Assistant Professor of Biology
PhD, University of Idaho
MS, Boise State University
BS, Colorado State University

M

Maginnis, Katrina
Instructor of Registered Nursing
BSN, Lewis-Clark State College

Manship, Ken
Assistant Professor of Math
MS, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

Marji, Ehab A
Professor of Physics
PhD, University of Idaho
PhD, Middle East Technical University
MS, University of Idaho
MS, Middle East Technical University
BS, Yarmouk University

Markham, Amber
Instructor of American Sign Language
AA, College of Western Idaho

Mathews, Dave L
Instructor of Machine Tool Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Matthews, Sherry A
Assistant Professor of American Sign Language
BA, Boise State University

McConnachie, Sean T
Associate Professor of Collision Repair Technology
AAS, College of Southern Idaho

McCurdy, Jana L
Associate Professor of Psychology
MS, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

McDowell, Torry L
Instructor of Collision Repair Technology
Certificate, Wyoming Technical Institute
ASE, Certified Master Technician

McGraw, Michael
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

McIntier, Emily D
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
ME, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

McMullen, Cindy
Instructor of Business
EdD, University of Dayton
MA, California State University-Long Beach
BA, California State University-Long Beach

Merkley, Brett
Instructor of Registered Nursing
EdD, Sam Houston State University
MSN, University of Phoenix
BSN, Idaho State University
RN

Miller, Ashley
Instructor of Exercise Science
MS, Boise State University
BS, College of Idaho

Miller, Christina R
Instructor of Registered Nursing
MSN-Ed, Excelsior College
RN, Excelsior College

Moore, Jillian
Assistant Professor of English
PhD, Duquesne University
MA, Utah State University
BA, Boise State University

Moore, Justin L
Instructor of Machine Tool Technology
Advanced Certificate, Boise State University
Certificate, Boise State University

Moore, Christina R
Assistant Professor of Biology
MS, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

Mullis, Eric
Assistant Professor of Art
MFA, Boise State University

N

Nelson, Marianne M
Assistant Professor of Biology
MEd, National Louis University
BS, Western Illinois University

Nicholas, Dave P
Professor of English
MFA, Boise State University
BA, University of Utah

Novak, Robert T
Department Chair of Industrial Automation
Instructor of Mechatronics

MSHRD, Idaho State Univerity
BSEET, Grantham University
BSCS, Southern Oregon University

O

Omair, Sabina F
Department Chair of Health Professions
Associate Professor of Medical Assistant

CCMA, National Healthcare Association
MD, Pakistan

Oppenheimer, Suzanne D
Assistant Professor of Biology
PhD, University of Wollongong
MA, Occidental College
BA, Occidental College

P

Pack, Willard J
Instructor of Engineering
MS, Brigham Young University
BS, Brigham Young University

Palmer, Joy J
Department Chair of English
Professor of English

MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Patterson, Lauren
Instructor of Registered Nursing
BSN, Western Governors University
RN, Lower Columbia College
MSN, Western Governors University

Perez, Paul
Instructor of Mechatronics Technology
BS, Arizona State University
AS, Arizona Technical Institute

Polyakov, Peter
Instructor of Cybersecurity
BS, Western Governors University
AAS, College of Western Idaho

Proehl, Brian N
Instructor of Automotive Technology
AAS, Boise State University
ASE, Certified Master Technician

Purvis Aldrich, Christian C
Composition Coordinator
Professor of English

MA, University of Colorado
BA, University of Idaho

Q

Quintana, Emiko C
Department Chair of Mathematics
Assistant Professor of Math

EdD, University of Phoenix
MA, University of Phoenix
BS, University of New Mexico

R

Rapley, Doug W
Department Chair of Education
Instructor of Education

MS, Mississippi State University
BS, Saint Louis University
AA, St Louis Community College

Raskopf, Darrin S
Program Director of Fire Service Technology
Instructor of Fire Service Technology

AAS, College of Southern Nevada

Rhinehart, Diana L
Support Faculty, Math Solutions Center
MS, Boise State University
BA, College of Idaho

Roberts, Marlin J
Instructor of Software Development
MS, Boise State University
BS, Northwest Nazarene University

Robinson, Katie
Instructor of Registered Nursing
BS, California State University-Chico

Robinson, Trevor S
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Certified Welder, Inspector, and Educator, AWS
AS Welding Tech, Butte College

Robinson, Mike W
Assistant Professor of Philosophy
MA, University of North Texas
BS, South Dakota State University

Robison, Ashley D
Assistant Professor of Medical Assistant
MEd, Brigham Young University-Idaho
BS, RMA, Brigham Young University-Idaho
AAS, LDS Business College

Rowing, Johnny A
Associate Professor of Communication
MA, California State University-Chico
BA, California State University-Chico
AA, Shasta Community College

S

Schoenherr, Heather M
Professor of Psychology
MS, Idaho State University
BS, Idaho State University

Schuh, Tim J
Department Chair of Engineering
Instructor of Engineering

Commercial Pilot's License, University of North Dakota

Schults, Dan
Assistant Professor of Horticulture Technology
MA, Utah State University
BS, Brigham Young University

Sciarrino, Joslyn H
Assistant Professor of Registered Nursing
MSN, RN: Gonzaga University

Sevigny, Stephanie
Assistant Professor of Physics
MS, Universtiy of California-Berkeley

Sevigny, Lawrence M
Assistant Professor of Computer Science
PhD, University of California-Berkeley
BS, University of California-Berkeley

Sherrange, Andy J
Assistant Professor of Industrial Automation
AAS, Adirondack Community College

Shue, Max D
Associate Professor of Spanish
MA, Portland State University
BA, Portland State University

Sindhu Reddy, Kalathur Gopal
Instructor of Computer Science
PhD, University of Wyoming
M Tech, Birla Institute of Technology and Science
B Tech, Anna University

Slaughter, Jesse
Instructor of Automotive Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Snow, Balenda F
Assistant Professor of Registered Nursing
Nursing Simulation Faculty

MSN, RN
Western Governors University

Soelberg, Jay J
Instructor of Cybersecurity
MS, University of Idaho
BS, Western Governors University
AAS, Eastern Idaho Technical College

Sonnen, Kenneth J
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Sotto, Richard B
Department Chair of Business
Instructor of Business

MBA, Western Governors University

Sprague, Alex
Instructor of Horticulture
BS, Univeristy of Idaho
AAS, College of Western Idaho

Stahmann, Paul C
Department Chair of Physical Sciences
Assistant Professor of Geosciences

EdSAdE, University of Idaho
MS, Brigham Young University
BS, Brigham Young University
AS Brigham Young University

Straub, Scott P
Assistant Professor of Education
MA, University of Idaho

Striluk, Miranda L
Assistant Professor of Biology
MAT, Western Governors University
MS, Idaho State University
BS, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

Sundell, Ander J
Associate Professor of Geosciences
MS, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

Swalberg, Kristin
Professor of Math
MS, Wichita State University
BS, Brigham Young University
AA, Brigham Young University

Swanson, Molly
Support Faculty, Math Solutions Center
MS, California State University-Fullerton
BS, Azusa Pacific University

T

Thomas, Gary L
Instructor of Math
MA, Portland State University
BA, Portland State University

Thompson, JohnD B
Department Chair of Automotive Service and Collision Repair
Instructor of Automotive Technology

AAS, Arizona Automotive Institute

Travers, Richard
Department Chair of Power Sports and Deisel Technology
Instructor of Heavy Equipment Technician

CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Tucker, Lynne N
Assistant Professor of English
MA, Boise State University

V

Vassar, Amy C
Professor of Spanish
MA, College of Idaho
BA, College of Idaho

Vrabac, Dzevad
Instructor of English
MFA, St. Mary's College California

W

Walker, Scott
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
CTE Certificate, State of Idaho

Wallgren, Lindsey
Associate Professor of Business
MBA, George Fox University
BA, George Fox University

Welker, Joe A
Associate Professor of Accounting
MS, Rocky Mountain College
BS, Rocky Mountain College

West, Rob T
Instructor of Machine Tool Technology
AAS, College of Western Idaho
Certificate, Boise State University
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Wheeler, Mike
Department Chair of Manufacturing and Welding
Instructor of Welding

AAS, College of Western Idaho
Certificate, Boise State University
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Whitmore, Christina
Instructor of Chemistry
MS, Idaho State University
BS, Idaho State University

Willis, Scott R
Instructor of Criminal Justice
MS, Central Washington University

Wilson, Cherie
Instructor of Registered Nursing
MSN, Southern Adventist University
RN

Wittmuss, Kevin
Assistant Director of Law Enforcement
BA, Boise State University

Wolford, Abby L
Associate Professor of English
MFA, Boise State University
BA, Gardner-Webb University

Y

Yadlin, Michal R
Honors Program Coordinator
Assistant Professor of Humanities

MA, Boise State University
MAT, College of Idaho
BA, College of Idaho

Yebra, Branson C
Instructor of Automotive Technology
BBA, College of Idaho

Young, Mindy S
Professor of Cloud, Security, and System Administration
BS, Utah State University

Z

Zaugg, Angela
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator, Occupational Therapy Assistant
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy Assistant

MOT, OTR/L, Idaho State University
BS, Boise State University
AAS, Ricks College