Academic Catalog

A

Akers, Seth T
Instructor of Network and System Administration
AAS, College of Western Idaho

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

Anderson, Bartt O
Assistant Professor of Computer Support Specialist
BAS, Boise State University
Certificate, Boise State University

Anderson, Eric D
Assistant Professor of Automotive Technology
MAS, Alameda University
MS, Alameda University
BS, Alameda University

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

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

B

Baker, Allison R
Department Chair of Nursing
PhD(c), 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
Instructor of Administrative Specialist
MBA, University of Phoenix
BS, University of Maryland

Barry, Jim M
Instructor of Machine Tool Technology
Machinist, Boise College

Baughman, Christopher G
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
AOS, Westwood College of Technology
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Beal, Alex S
Department Chair of Diesel, Automotive, and Powersports Technology
MS, University of Idaho
BA, Boise State University

Beckman, Daniel W
Department Chair of Biological Sciences
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

Blackburn, Leslie A
Associate Professor of Horticulture Technology
MS, University of Idaho

Boldt, Michell D
Assistant Professor of Accounting
MS, Oregon State University
BA, Washington State University

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

Bourbonnais, Mona L
Program Director and Associate Professor of Surgical Technology
MS, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

Bowers, Don R
Associate Professor of Cybersecurity
BA, Eugene Bible College

Brown, Karen H
Associate Professor of Art
PhD, Indiana University
MA, Indiana University
BA, Kalamazoo College

C

Carlson, Kevin S
Instructor of Psychology
PhD, University of California-Santa Cruz
MA, Cornell University

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

Church, Rocky G
Instructor of Heavy-Duty Truck Technology
Certificate, National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence

Collins, Malia E
Assistant Professor of English
MA, University of Hawaii at Manoa
MFA, Boise State University

Conklin, Colleen F
Instructor of Medical Administrative Support
AS, American Institute of Health Technology

Connor, Elise W
Instructor of Biology
PhD, University of Texas at Austin

Conradson, Bruce A
Instructor of Heavy-Duty Truck Technology
ASE, Certified Master Technician

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

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

Curry, Tim H
Assistant Professor of Health Sciences
MS, University of Wisconsin
BA, Western State College of Colorado

D

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

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

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

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

E

Estvold, Annie M
Instructor of Sociology
MSW, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

F

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

Fedore, Tom M
Instructor of Welding and Metals Fabrication
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Fisher, Brenda G
Department Chair of Visual and Performing Arts
MFA, University of Texas at San Antonio
BA, Baylor University

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

Flock, Rebecca J
Associate Professor of Chemistry
MS, University of California
BS, Grove City College

Forsman, LeRoy G
Instructor of Law Enforcement
MA, Concordia University-St. Paul
BA, Northwest Nazarene University

Fredericks, Anja J
Support Faculty, Math Solutions Center
MS, University of Idaho
BA, Bowdoin College

Fry, Tambra L
Instructor of Professional Nursing
MSN-Ed, Grand Canyon University

G

Gamboa, Anna M
Instructor of Communication
MA, Northwest Nazarene University
BA, Northwest Nazarene University

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

Gatfield, Jim R
Department Chair of Communication, Marketing, and Media Arts
MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Gier, Melanie A
Instructor of Practical Nursing
BSN, Idaho State University

Gillette, Amber L
Assistant Professor of Professional Nursing
MSN, Northwest Nazarene University
BSN, Southwest Baptist University
ASN, Southwest Baptist University

Gladd, Joel A
Instructor of English
PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison
MA, University of Wisconsin-Madison
BA, Wake Forest University

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

Green, Rob S
Assistant Professor of Drafting Technology
MBA, University of Central Arkansas
BMSE, Iowa State University

Gregorio, Kay K
Instructor of Professional Nursing
MSN, Lamar University
BSN, University of Louisiana at Monroe

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

Guay, Randy G
Instructor of Software Development
MS, Rochester Institute of Technology
BS, University of Connecticut

Guggenheim, Rich C
Instructor of Horticulture Technology
MEd, Colorado State University
BS, Brighman Young University-Idaho

H

Hansen, Andrew I
Instructor of Automotive Technology

Hanson, Ryan J
Assistant Professor of Business
MBA, Northwest Nazarene University
BS, Northwest Nazarene University

Harbaugh, Rob L
Department Chair of Culture, History, and Politics
MA, Western Michigan University
BA, Albion College

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
MA, University of Oregon

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

Henderson, Mel D
Program Director and Instructor of Occupational Therapy Assistant
MBA, University of Colorado-Colorado Springs
MS, Rocky Mountain University
BS, Colorado State University

Hewett, Doug E
Instructor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
MS, California State University-Northridge
BS, University of Kansas

Holmes, Elaine L
Program Director and Associate Professor of Dental Assisting
MSA, Trident University International
BSHS, TUI University
AAS, Portland Community College

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

Hyle-Worbets, Beth E
Instructor of Professional Nursing
MSN, Western Governors University
BSN, Thompson Rivers University

I

Isom, Teresa L
Support Faculty, Math Solutions Center
MA, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

J

Jayne, Reggie G
Associate Professor of History
MA, Sam Houston State University
BS, University of Houston-Downtown
AA, Lone Star College-Montgomery

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

Jensen, Andy D
Assistant Professor of Biology
DC, Parker College of Chiropractic
BS, Utah 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

Jones, Megan S
Instructor of Early Childhood Education
BAS, Boise State University

K

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

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

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

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

Kyle, Catherine E
Assistant Professor of English
MA, University of Winchestor

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

Long, Liza L
Assistant Professor of English
MA, University of California

Lowenstein, Elisa
Assistant Professor of Software Development
BS, Kansas State University
AAS, College of Western Idaho

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

M

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

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

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

Mattingly, Brian R
Instructor of Cisco Networking and Security Technologies
MS, Western Governors University
BS, Western Governors University

McClain, Brian L
Department Chair of Physical Sciences
PhD, Purdue University
BS, California State University-Chico
AA, Sierra Community College

McConnachie, Sean T
Associate Professor of Auto Body Technology
AAS, College of Southern Idaho

McCurdy, Jana L
Department Chair of Social Sciences
MS, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

McDowell, Torry L
Instructor of Auto Body Technology
Certificate, Wyoming Technical Institute
ASE, Certified Master Technician

Mimish, Jen J
Assistant Professor of Professional Nursing
MSN, Georgetown University
BSN, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

Miriello, John J
Department Chair of Computer Science and Information Technology
MBA, Independence University
MEd, University of Phoenix
BBA, Temple University

Miszczenko, Walter
Assistant Professor of History
MA, University of Washington
BA, Boise State University
AA, College of Southern Idaho

Moore, Shelly A
Department Chair of Business
MBA, Northwest Nazarene University
BS, Northwest Nazarene University

Moore, Christina R
Instructor of Biology
MS, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

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

N

Nelson, Marianne M
Instructor of Biology
MEd, National-Louis University
BS, Western Illinois University

Newberry, Meagan M
Associate Professor of English
MEd, University of Montana
BA, Florida State University

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

Nickels, Carollee L
Instructor of Dental Assisting
BA, California State University-Sacramento
AS, Sacramento City College

Nordstrom, John A
Assistant Professor of Economics
MBA, Northwest Nazarene University
BA, Northwest Nazarene College

Novak, Robert T
Department Chair of Engineering
BSEET, Grantham University
BSCS, Southern Oregon University

Noyes, Jeremy M
Instructor of Computer Support Specialist
AAS, College of Western Idaho

O

Omair, Sabina F
Department Chair of Health Professions
CCMA, National Healthcare Association
MD, Pakistan

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

Otto, Linda R
Associate Professor of Cybersecurity
PhD, University of Idaho
MS, Boise State University

P

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

Palagi, Vincent P
Assistant Professor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
MEd, Idaho State University

Palm, Amari L
Instructor of Professional Nursing
MSN, Oregon Health Science University-Portland

Palmer, Joy J
Department Chair of English
MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

Paquette, Holly
Assistant Professor of Biology
MS, University of Montana
BS, University of California - Berkeley

Perkins, Dusty N
Associate Professor of Biology
MS, Boise State University
BS, Boise State University

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

Purvis Aldrich, Christian C
Associate Professor of English
MA, University of Colorado
BA, University of Idaho

Q

Quintana, Emiko C
Department Chair of Mathematics
EdD, University of Phoenix
MA, University of Phoenix
BS, University of New Mexico

R

Rapley, Doug W
Department Chair of Education
MS, Mississippi State University
BS, Saint Louis University
AA, St Louis Community College

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

Rich, Teresa S
Assistant Professor of Biology
MS, Brigham Young University
BS, Brigham Young University
AS, Ricks College

Ritchie Breach, Stephanie
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice
MA, Boise State University
BS, University of Idaho

Roberts, Lynne D
Director of Clinical Education and Program Director of Physical Therapist Assistant
AAS, San Juan College

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

Robison, Ashley D
Instructor of Medical Assistant
BS, 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

Russell, Scott E
Instructor of Western States CAT Technician
AS, San Joaquin Delta College

S

Scheffer, Kim M
Department Chair of Integrated Studies
PhD, Walden University
MPA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University

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

Schuh, Tim J
Instructor of Unmanned Aerial Systems
Commercial Pilot's License, University of North Dakota

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

Schumaker, Andrea C
Department Chair of Agricultural Sciences
MS, University of Idaho
BS, University of Idaho

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

Shaskus, John J
Instructor of Chemistry
PhD, Oregon Health and Science University
MS, Washington State University
BS, Trinity College

Sherrange, Andy J
Assistant Professor of Advanced Mechatronics Engineering Technology
AAS, Adirondack Community College

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

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

Strayer, Eric D
Instructor of Surgical Technology
BA, Boise State University

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

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

T

Taylor, Troy D
Instructor of Cybersecurity
MBA, Boise State University
MS, University of Idaho
BS, Idaho State University

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

Thompson, JohnD B
Instructor of Automotive Technology
AAS, Arizona Automotive Institute

Tillemans, Amanda M
Instructor of Professional Nursing
BSN, Idaho State University

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

Turner, George S
Instructor of Heavy Equipment Technology
AAS, Boise State University

V

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

von Lindern, Aaron D
Department Chair of Health Sciences
PhD, University of Tennessee
MEd, Arizona State University
MS, California Polytechnic State University
BS, University of Arizona

W

Wallgren, Lindsey L
Assistant Professor of Business
MA, George Fox University
BA, George Fox University

Weaver, Gary W
Instructor of Automotive Technology
Certificate, National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence

Weddington, Joan J
Instructor of Practical Nursing
PhD, University of Idaho
MSN, Troy State University
BSN, Jacksonville State University

Wees, Suzanne D
Instructor of Professional Nursing
MSN, Grand Canyon University
BSN, Grand Canyon University
BSM, University of Phoenix
ADN, Boise State University

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

Wheeler, Mike
Department Chair of Manufacturing and Welding
AAS, College of Western Idaho
Certificate, Boise State University
Certified Welding Inspector, American Welding Society

Wilcox, Willie W
Instructor of Drafting Technology
BS, Brigham Young University
AS, Utah Valley University

Wilhite, Jeff A
Instructor of Machine Tool Technology
BAS, Boise State University
AA, Northwest Nazarene University

Wilson, Greg G
General Education Coordinator of Connecting With Ideas
MA, University of Dallas
BA, University of Idaho

Wokersien, Jenny N
Associate Professor of Software Development
MS, University of Colorado
BS, Jacksonville State University

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

Y

Yeates, Luke R
Instructor of Communication
MA, Boise State University
BA, Boise State University
AA, College of Western Idaho

Young, Mindy S
Associate Professor of Network and System Administration
BS, Utah State University

Z

Zaugg, Angela
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Instructor of Occupational Therapy Assistant
MOT, Idaho State University
BS, Boise State University
AAS, Ricks College