Online Faculty Leaders
Our online faculty are fiercely committed to our mission of student success. Requiring strong academic credentials, relevant industry experience and a passion for teaching, SNHU holds faculty members to high standards. In a recent 12-month period, we hired just 3% of 27,000 faculty applicants. We’re proud of our rewarding culture that continuously acknowledges the vital role faculty members play in helping every student succeed.
Our subject matter experts can be available for media interviews on a broad range of topics, including business, criminal justice, nursing and healthcare, mental health counseling and more. To book a faculty interview via telephone or video conference, email the Office of External Affairs at media@snhu.edu.
Business
Dr. Monique Jordan
Academic Dean
Dr. Monique Jordan joined Southern New Hampshire University in her current role in 2025.
Jordan’s higher education experience includes serving as campus dean of undergraduate programs at Hult International Business School’s London and Boston campuses. She also led the business department at Great Bay Community College and later became the college’s assistant vice president of strategy and operations. Before transitioning fully to academia, she spent more than 22 years at Timberland in various direct-to-consumer roles, ultimately serving as director of planning and allocation, while also teaching as an adjunct instructor at several colleges and universities, both in person and online.
Jordan earned her EdD in Educational Leadership, MS in Business Education and Graduate Certificate in International Business from Southern New Hampshire University. Additionally, she holds a BS in Retail Management from Endicott College and Graduate Certificate in E-learning and Online Teaching from University of Wisconsin-Stout.
Dr. Enrique N. Barreiro
Senior Associate Dean
Dr. Enrique N. Barreiro joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2024, bringing with him over 20 years of experience as a strategic leader.
Before joining SNHU, Barreiro worked within the Airman Leadership School and Right Start military program. He held various roles in higher education administration and academics, serving students across multiple degree levels at several colleges and universities.
Barreiro is an active member of the North American Society for Sport Management and the Academy of Management associations.
Barreiro earned his PhD in Business Administration with a concentration in Management and Organizations from Trident University International, MBA with a concentration in International Business, Healthcare Management and Project Management from American InterContinental University, and BS in Management and Sports Management from Old Dominion University. He has specialized technical military training and holds certifications in Lean Six Sigma foundations, change management, accreditation compliance, humble empathic leadership, sales management and prospecting, effective remote management, and developing diversity, inclusion and belonging.
Dr. Jolivette Wallace
Senior Associate Dean
Dr. Jolivette Wallace joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2023.
Before SNHU, Wallace owned and operated a 6-figure business. She also worked at Belhaven University for over a decade, where she earned tenured associate professor status, built the marketing program, developed curriculum, published articles, served as a subject matter expert and MBA Director and developed courses for the first international program offered to Beijing MBA students.
Throughout her career, Wallace has earned numerous accolades, including being recognized as a top 1% business faculty during her tenure at Belhaven University and receiving the A Woman Who Sets the Standard Award from International Women’s Review Board. Additionally, she’s dedicated several years to serving as a board member for Sunnybrook Children’s Home in Mississippi.
Wallace earned her BBA in Marketing from Mississippi State University, along with her MBA from William Carey University and PhD in Leadership and Organizational Change from Walden University. She holds a dual certification in digital marketing from the American Marketing Association and Digital Marketing Institute.
Dr. Zuzana Buzzell
Associate Dean
Dr. Zuzana Buzzell is an associate dean of business for SNHU Global Campus. She began her work with Southern New Hampshire University as an adjunct faculty member in 2005, prior to joining the academic team full time in 2014. She has also held leadership positions at one of the largest financial service companies.
Buzzell’s research interests are digital ethics, fintech, cryptocurrencies, the future state of financial industry and blockchains. She’s also focused on making education – integrated with the industry-recognized certifications and creating verifiable digital microcredentials – aligned to professional associations.
Her publications include journal articles, conference papers and blogs on such topics as the mortgage-backed securities, future of financial institutions, Brexit and fintech.
She has over 15 years of experience developing, training and teaching multiple successful finance, business and economics programs. She’s worked in traditional, hybrid and online settings for academic institutions, government agencies and the private sector.
Buzzell earned her PhD in International Business with a specialization in Finance, MS in Finance and MBA from Southern New Hampshire University.
Dr. Michelle Caron
Associate Dean
Dr. Michelle Caron has 20 years experience developing, training and teaching multiple successful Business, Education, and STEM programs. Her practices cover traditional, hybrid, and online settings for academic institutions, government agencies, and the private sector. Dr. Caron began her work with SNHU as an adjunct faculty member in 2005 prior to joining SNHU administration as Director & Assistant Dean of Graduate Business in 2014. Michelle has also held leadership positions in two Fortune 500 companies in the transportation and retail industries.
As an experienced international visiting professor, accomplished author, associate editor, reviewer and consultant, she has presented for the ED, ACBSP, NHBEA, NEA and several colleges. Michelle’s publications include journal articles, conference papers, book chapters and blogs on such topics such as the globalization of education, labor market efficiency, rapidly developing economies, corporate governance and student engagement.
Dr. Caron earned her Ph.D. in International Business with a Strategy minor and M.S. in Business Education from Southern New Hampshire University. Michelle also attained the distinction of a Certified Professional Coach from the International Coach Federation and is a member of the Academy of International Business and New Hampshire Women in Higher Education Leadership. Her current research interests are the Global Education Movement (GEM) and alternative learning pathways such as industry-recognized, verifiable, digital micro credentials aligned to professional associations.
Dr. Ashley Dellosa
Associate Dean
Dr. Ashley Dellosa joined Southern New Hampshire University as an adjunct faculty member in 2021 before stepping into her current role as associate dean in 2025.
With nearly two decades in online higher education, Dellosa has held roles such as program chair, associate professor, lead assistant dean, senior director of academics and finance, doctoral chair and advisor.
She’s earned multiple recognitions for student success, including faculty of the month and faculty of the year at previous institutions.
Dellosa earned her EdD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University, MS in Human Resource Management from Trident University International, MA in Adult Education and Training from the University of Phoenix and BA in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay.
Dr. Linda Ellington
Associate Dean
Dr. Linda Ellington is currently a Faculty Lead at SNHU and an Associate Editor for the International Journal of Adult Vocational Education and Technology (IJAVET); as well as a peer reviewer for many international journals and books. She has extensive experience in faculty development, curriculum design and delivery of those designs. Her book, "Strategic Leadership," has been adopted as a business textbook for major universities in the United States. In addition, numerous universities worldwide including some Ivy League Universities, such as Harvard, have cataloged her chapters. Linda’s teaching (including teaching via technology) has reached many states in the United States and South Africa. She sits on several doctoral dissertation committees, including the University of Johannesburg, South Africa.
Linda is the recipient of Dr. Patricia Cranton 2017 award and she has published a strategic leadership book and more than 20 refereed book chapters and journal articles. These publications address higher educational leadership and teaching, as well as strategic leadership and critical thinking within various fields such as higher education, business and health organizations.
Dr. Linda Ellington, conducted her doctoral research at the University of Oxford and the University of Warwick, U.K. in the field of educational leadership.
Ann Sanok
Associate Dean
Ann Sanok is a Faculty Lead in the Business Department teaching Business Law at the Graduate and Undergraduate Level. Her teaching experience also includes Criminal Law, Ethics, Tort Law, Administrative Law, Employment Law, Property Law and Constitutional Law. Her experience includes civil litigation representing businesses on various commercial liability matters, contract and licensing, employment law, worker’s compensation, and negligence. Ann also worked as a Legal Editor for Lexis Nexis and is a member of the American Bar Association and the Academy of Legal Studies in Business.
Ms. Sanok was awarded a Juris Doctor in Law from Suffolk University Law School in 1990. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of California Irvine.
Mona Stephens
Associate Dean
Mona Stephens has over 25 years of accounting experience, including 18 years as the Finance and Accounting Administrator for the Sacramento Transportation Authority. She has been teaching accounting for almost 20 years. Mona joined SNHU in 2011 as adjunct faculty before becoming Accounting Faculty Lead in 2014. She teaches financial and managerial accounting.
Ms. Stephens earned both a B.S in Accounting and an M.S in Accountancy from California State University, Sacramento. She is a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Internal Auditor. She is a member of the Government Finance Officers Association, the American Association of Accountants, and the Institute of Management Accountants.
General Education/First Year Experience/Education
Dr. Danny Tanguay
Academic Dean
Dr. Danny Tanguay joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014 as assistant dean, education. He then acted as associate dean, education and senior associate dean, education before accepting his current position.
Prior to his time at SNHU, Tanguay was a mathematics teacher, headmaster and education director within various New Hampshire school districts.
Tanguay is the chairperson of the SNHU Online Institutional Review Board.
Tanguay earned his PhD in Educational Leadership from Capella University, MBA and MS in Organizational Leadership from SNHU, and BS in Mathematics Education and minor in Coaching from Plymouth State University.
Dr. Priscilla Hobbs
Senior Associate Dean, General Education, First Year Experience
Dr. Priscilla Hobbs joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2016 as adjunct faculty. She then served as associate dean before transitioning to her current role.
Hobbs is a cultural mythologist and interdisciplinary scholar with research interest in American popular culture. Prior to her time at SNHU, she taught general education humanities at both Austin Community College and Lone Star College.
In recent years, Hobbs has authored works such as “Walt’s Utopia: Disneyland and American Mythmaking” and “Harry Potter and the Myth of Millennials: Identity, Reception, and Politics.” She has also acted as editor for many projects, including “Interpreting and Experiencing Disney: Mediating the Mouse,” and is a peer reviewer for The Journal of Popular Culture.
Hobbs earned her PhD and MA in Mythological Studies with a concentration in Depth Psychology from Pacifica Graduate Institute, MA in Humanities with a concentration in Mythological Studies from Union Institute & University and BA in Anthropology with a minor in Film Studies from the University of Houston.
Dr. Lynn Baker
Associate Dean, General Education & First Year Experience
Dr. Lynn Baker joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2015 as a senior goal lead in the university’s competency-based education program. She's now associate dean of general education and first year experience and teaches humanities as an adjunct faculty member.Earlier in her career, Baker served as an associate campus dean and general education department chair at Strayer University.
Baker earned her PhD in Curriculum and Instruction with a specialization in English Composition from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, MA in Humanities from Florida State University, BA in English from the University of South Florida and an AA in Humanities from Valencia Community College.
Jay Nagy
Associate Dean, Education
Jay Nagy joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2019 as a facilitator for the Master of Education in Online Instruction program before stepping into his current role in 2024. During his time at SNHU, he’s also acted as a subject matter expert, advisory board member and project reviewer.
With more than 20 years of experience in educational leadership, Nagy previously held the role of director of career and technical education for the New Hampshire Department of Corrections, overseeing secondary and postsecondary programming across multiple facilities.
He’s served on state and county advisory committees advancing education within correctional environments and brings extensive knowledge in program development, compliance and accreditation.
Nagy earned his MS in Business Education and MBA from Southern New Hampshire University, in addition to his BA in Psychology from Notre Dame College and AS in Drafting Technology from New Hampshire Technical College. He holds New Hampshire experienced educator certifications with endorsements as principal, career and technical education director, and comprehensive business education teacher.
Dr. Tara Stabile
Associate Dean, General Education & First Year Experience
Dr. Tara Stabile joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2015 and is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values students’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and learning styles.
In addition to her work at SNHU, Stabile is an adjunct faculty member at American College of Education and EDUKAN-Pratt Community College. She previously served in multiple roles at the University of Phoenix, including director of academic affairs and academic quality reviewer.Stabile frequently presents at national and local conferences, focusing on educational leadership, student success and academic program enhancement.
Stabile earned her EdD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University, MA in Counseling from Webster University and BA in Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She also holds a microcredential in Academic Applications of Artificial Intelligence from San Diego State University.
Health Professions
Dr. Toni Clayton
Academic Dean, Health, Wellness and Society
Dr. Toni Clayton joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014 as an adjunct faculty member. She then transitioned to the roles of associate dean, healthcare administration and associate dean, health professions before accepting her current position. At present, Clayton also acts as vice chair of the SNHU Global Campus Institutional Review Board.
Prior to SNHU, Clayton was a subject matter expert and adjunct faculty member at Ivy Tech College and Corban University. Beyond academia, she worked in the healthcare industry for over twenty years, serving in the roles of accountant, director and controller.
In 2023, Clayton was recognized by the Association of Continuing Higher Education (ACHE) with the ACHE Leadership Award for extraordinary contributions in leadership, theory and practice in continuing higher education on a national level. For her team-based collaborations, she’s received the 2022 WCET Outstanding Work (WOW) Award, 2021 ACHE Distinguished Non-Credit Program Award, 2021 D2L Excellence Award, and University Professional and Continuing Education Association’s (UPCEA) Excellent in Engagement.
Clayton earned her PhD in Philosophy with a concentration in Healthcare from Capella University, MBA from Indiana Wesleyan University and BS in Accounting from Indiana University. She’s a certified professional coach and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
Dr. Pamela Varhol
Senior Associate Dean, Health Professions
Dr. Pamela Varhol joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2011 as adjunct faculty. She went on to hold the roles of director, health informatics; director and assistant dean, health information management; full-time faculty, health information management; faculty lead, health information management; and associate dean faculty, health professions before transitioning to her current role.
Outside of her work at SNHU, Varhol has acted as information technology project coordinator at the University of New Hampshire, as well as help desk support and electronic medical records project coordinator at Lowell Community Health Center.
Varhol has held numerous board of director positions for organizations like the Health Information Management and System Society and the New Hampshire Health Information Management Association.
Varhol earned her EdD in Higher Education Administration from New England College; MS in Health Information Management and graduate certificate in Health Information Management and Exchange from the College of St. Scholastica; MS in Health Management and Policy with a concentration in Informatics and MBA from SNHU; and BS in Health Education from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. She is a registered health information administrator.
Dr. Ashley S. Love
Director of Public Health
Dr. Ashley S. Love joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2025.
She previously worked as bureau chief of epidemiology at the Delaware Department of Public Health and has taught at several universities throughout the county. She also has experience as a director of graduate studies and research nutritionist. Love is president and founder of Dr. Ashley S. Love Group LLC.
Love has earned many awards throughout her career, including the Social Learning Innovation Award from Hypothesis and the DEI and Accessibility Education & Innovation in Artificial Intelligence Award from the National Institute of Rural Minority Health and American Association of Nurse Practitioners Joint Tri State Symposium. She’s a published author in many journals and books and has presented throughout her career on AI integration in public health, education and evaluation; mental health and cultural competence; education strategies and pedagogy; and public Health and community outreach.
Love earned a DHSc from Nova Southeastern University, a DrPH, MPH and MS from Columbia University and a BA from Barnard College. She has an AI in healthcare certificate from Harvard University and is certified as a mental health ally by PsychHub.
Dr. Meredith L. O’Hara
Associate Dean, Health Professions
Dr. Meredith L. O’Hara joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2021. Since then, she’s co-created SNHU’s HP Cares speaker series and become a member of the HEaRT program.
Her academic experience includes time spent as associate dean of strategic initiatives at Houston Baptist University, as well as associate professor of biology at Lone Star College, Concordia University and California Baptist University.
O’Hara has been the principal investigator for a National Science Foundation grant and the program administrator for a Department of Education grant.
O’Hara earned her PhD in Biological Chemistry from University of California, Los Angeles and BS in Biology from Pepperdine University.
Dr. Brandon Ryans
Associate Dean, Health Professions
Dr. Brandon Ryans joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2023.
Prior to SNHU, Ryans held a variety of roles — from adjunct faculty member to program dean — at institutions including Bryan University, Trident University International, Post University, Globe University, Lander University and Ohio University. He also worked as a healthcare management and public health subject matter expert.
In 2017, Ryans was nominated for Lander University’s Moore Award for Excellence in General Education Teaching.
Ryans earned his DHEd and MHA from A.T. Still University of Health Sciences and BS in Health Administration from the University of Central Florida. He’s also a Certified Health Education Specialist.
Dr. Jude Haney
Program Director, Health Information Management
Dr. Jude Haney joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2025, bringing 20 years of experience in public health and health informatics.
Haney is a Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) who’s held several roles in healthcare management, including clinical epidemiologist, Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System coordinator and health information technology director.
He serves on the board of the Mississippi Public Health Association and is a member of the American Health Information Management Association, as well as the HIM advisory committees at Tennessee State University and Southern University and A&M College. Haney is a site surveyor for the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education, where he’s helped accredit over 20 HIM programs nationwide. He’s been published in Infectious Disease Epidemiology and other leading scholarly journals and has presented to practitioner and academic audiences since 2016.
Haney earned his PhD from Southern University and A&M College, MPH from the University of Illinois Chicago and BS in Biology from Morehouse College.
Dr. Brandy Gustavus
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Brandy Gustavus joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2026, bringing more than 25 years of experience in healthcare and higher education.
Gustavus began her career as a medic in the United States Air Force and has since built a career spanning healthcare operations, clinical coding, informatics, analytics and all levels of higher education.
Her work has been published in the Journal of AHIMA and the International Journal of Social Science and Human Research. Gustavus is a book contribution reviewer and sits on several editorial boards, including the Journal of Comprehensive Research in Translational Science and the Journal of Online Education. She’s also a conference speaker and reviewer and serves on multiple AHIMA committees.
Gustavus earned her DHSc in Global Health from A.T. Still University, MS in Instructional Design and Technology from Purdue Global, MS in Healthcare Administration from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, BS in Health Information Management from Texas State University and AS in Biology from Blinn College. She also holds several professional credentials, including HFMA, HMFA, CSAPM and CHFP.
Dr. Andrea Johnson-Mignott, DHA, MBA
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Andrea Johnson-Mignott joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 as an adjunct instructor and advanced to her current role in 2023.
Johnson-Mignott acted as program director at Southern University of New Orleans and department chair at Atlanta Technical College. She also held leadership roles outside of academia in health information management at both Ridgeview Institute and Piedmont Hospital in Georgia.
Johnson-Mignott earned her DHA from the Medical University of South Carolina, MBA in Healthcare Management from American InterContinental University and BS in Health Information Management from Macon State University.
Dr. Shakera Moreland
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Shakera Moreland joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2024. She is a clinical faculty member for the Health Information Management program and member of the NCHEC Continuing Education Team at SNHU.
Moreland is a leader in health informatics and healthcare management with extensive experience in academic and professional service. She serves on the Texas Health Informatics Alliance’s workforce development and education committees and has contributed to numerous academic advisory boards nationwide. She previously served as a board member for the Texas Health Information Management Association, a state affiliate for the American Health Information Management Association.
Moreland is a published author with AHIMA and HIMSS on the topics of patient and caregiver advocacy and professional development.
Moreland earned her DHSc with a concentration in Leadership and Organizational Behavior from A.T. Still University, in addition to an MBA with a Healthcare Management concentration and a BS in Health Informatics from Western Governors University. She holds several certifications, including RHIA, CCA, CPC, CompTIA A+, CRCR, CSBI, Six Sigma and CSM.
Dr. Lynley Murphy
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Lynley Murphy joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2026.
Prior to SNHU, Murphy worked as an associate professor in the public health department at Utah Valley University for over 20 years. During that time, she also served as public health department chair, president of the Health Education Association of Utah and vice president of the Utah Society of Public Health Educators. Murphy has spearheaded diverse international initiatives, including vaccination campaigns in the Dominican Republic, HIV/AIDS education in Ghana, medical and public health conferences in Peru and health literacy programs in Honduras. To support these initiatives, she developed service-learning study abroad programs, leading students through Africa and Central and South America to conduct field research and implement public health education campaigns. Her work is supported by partnerships with international NGOs, national governments, academic institutions and hospitals.
Murphy earned her PhD in Health Education and Promotion with a concentration in International Public Health from the University of Utah, in addition to her MS in Health Science and BS in Secondary Health Education and Spanish from Brigham Young University.
Dr. Kerry-Ann Nelson
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Kerry-Ann Nelson joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 as an adjunct professor before transitioning to her current role.
She is a healthcare administration professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry. Over the course of her career, Nelson has worked in healthcare settings in the government and private sector. Her roles within these industries have ranged from small organizations to large-scale hospital facilities, giving her diverse field experience.
Nelson earned a PhD from Walden University, MBA from the University of Phoenix and BS from Temple University. She holds AHIMA-Approved Revenue Cycle Trainer and RHIA certifications and is trained in Lean Six Sigma.
Dr. Tanyi Obenson
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Tanyi Obenson joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2021 with a demonstrated history of higher education experience.
Prior to his time at SNHU, Obenson held the role of adjunct faculty at Columbia Southern University for 8 years.
He was awarded Columbia Southern University’s Raising the Bar Award in 2020.
Obenson earned his PhD in Public Health from Walden University, MS in Environmental Health from East Carolina University and BA in Political Science from California State University, Los Angeles.
Dr. Urmala Roopnarinesingh
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Urmala Roopnarinesingh joined Southern New Hampshire University as a clinical faculty member in 2020 with over 15 years’ experience in higher education.
Roopnarinesingh’s background includes time spent as program and faculty development chair of healthcare administration at the University of Phoenix, as well as assistant dean and director of continuing medical education at Barry University.
Several publications have featured Roopnarinesingh’s work, including the Journal of Reports on Global Health Research and The Journal of Medical Practice Management. Roopnarinesingh is a Six Sigma White Belt and Yellow Belt. She’s a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives and the Medical Group Management Association. In 2014, she was recognized by the National Association for Professional Women with their Woman of the Year Award.
Roopnarinesingh earned her PhD in Educational Leadership and MS in Healthcare Administration from Barry University, in addition to a BA in Sociology from the University of the West Indies.
Dr. Leanne Skehan
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Leanne Skehan joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2015 as an adjunct faculty member before becoming a full-time clinical faculty member in the Master of Public Health program.
Prior to SNHU, Skehan taught at Northeast College of Health Science, Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine & Health Sciences and the University of New England. From 2013-2021, she was the manager of population health and wellness at Tufts University. She also worked as principal, nutrition consultation at Balanced Within Nutrition and program coordinator at Healthy Community Coalition.
In 2022, Skehan co-authored a piece entitled “The Microbiome and Neurotransmitter Activity” that was published in the Journal of Science and Medicine. Just two years earlier, another of her co-authored works (“A Multi-Faceted Approach to Weight Loss: A Case Report”) was published by Integrative Medicine: A Clinician’s Journal.
Skehan earned her DCN from Maryland University of Integrative Health, MS in Applied Clinical Nutrition from New York Chiropractic College, MBA from St. Joseph’s College, MA in Public Health from University of New England, BS in Health Sciences from University of Southern Maine and AS in Dietetic Technology from Southern Maine Community College. She’s certified as a health education specialist, dietetic technician, health coach and personal trainer.
Dr. Kristine Thomas-Jones
Clinical Faculty, Health Professions
Dr. Kristine Thomas-Jones joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2022 with over 15 years’ experience teaching health science and research methods.
She’s a certified Culturally Inclusive Educator whose research interests includes American Indians/Alaskan Natives’ access to healthcare and their perspectives on the COVID vaccination. Beyond academia, Thomas-Jones is a licensed chiropractor who worked for nearly a decade at a Rhode Island wellness practice, caring for her patients and the local community.
In 2022, Thomas-Jones’ article “Healthcare Access and Utilization for Urban American Indians/Urban Alaskan Natives versus Urban Non-Hispanic Whites from the Northeast United States” was published in the International Public Health Journal.
Thomas-Jones earned her PhD in Public Health with a concentration in Epidemiology from Walden University, MS in Molecular and Cell Biology from Quinnipiac University and BA in Speech Communication from the University of Rhode Island.
Laurie Lewis
Clinical Faculty Coordinator
Laurie Lewis joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2012. Before advancing to her current role, she worked in early engagement and business development and helped pioneer the university's online career advising team.
Over the years, Lewis has held career services leadership roles in both for-profit and nonprofit universities. She currently serves as co-chair of the Higher Education and Real-World Training (HEaRT) experiential learning model and helps coordinate the virtual service-learning practicum.
Lewis earned her BS in Applied Psychology and Organizational Behavior from Albright College. She's a Certified ScrumMaster, Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Myers-Briggs Types Indicator Administrator and Global Career Development Facilitator.
Liberal Arts
Derrick Craigie
Sr. Associate Dean, Liberal Arts
Derrick Craigie earned his BA in English from the University of New Hampshire and his MFA in Fiction Writing from SNHU’s low-residency program. He self-published his first novel, “Broken Justice,” and has been published in “Collective Fallout,” “The Tower Journal,” “Shroud,” and “Assignment.” He is currently working on his second novel and a novella.
Craigie serves as senior associate dean at SNHU. He entered higher education administration 14 years ago, holding positions in admission, advising and campus leadership at his previous institution. He has taught writing for the last 11 years and remains active in the online classroom in addition to his duties as senior associate dean.
Craigie is a speculative fiction writer who attempts to combine the compelling imagery of fantasy with the thoughtfulness and introspection of science fiction. His stories focus on complex characters that reflect our own human condition. His dedication to writing carries him forward in his own craft, his teaching and his duties as a dean.
Julie Minnaugh
Sr. Associate Dean, Liberal Arts
Dr. Julie Minnaugh serves as senior associate dean of liberal arts at Southern New Hampshire University. She holds a bachelor's degree in English with a focus in creative writing from the University of New Hampshire, a Master of Arts in Teaching in English Education from Boston University and a Doctorate in Higher Education Leadership and Management from Walden University. With nearly a decade at SNHU, Dr. Minnaugh's career at the institution has progressed through roles including curriculum designer (2016-2018) and associate dean (2018-2022). Her work in program health and academic leadership reflects her commitment to creating meaningful learning experiences that translate to real-world career success.
In her current role, Dr. Minnaugh is passionate about empowering humanities students to recognize the broad industry value of their education. As a leader, she works to inspire faculty and staff to create authentic mentorship moments and foster inclusive spaces where learning and growth can flourish.
Dr. Robert Denning
Associate Dean, History
Dr. Robert Denning joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2013 as an adjunct professor. He started teaching full time in 2015 before becoming associate dean in 2019. He regularly teaches courses on historiography and the capstone research project in the graduate history program.
He previously taught American and world history courses at Columbus State Community College, Columbus State University, Ohio Dominican University and Ohio State.
Denning’s research interests include the history of American politics, environmental activism and regulation, immigration, race, the American war in Vietnam and the American West. Recently, he has become interested in digital history and new ways to present historical information to large audiences, including podcasts and video. This interest has led him to create a biweekly podcast series on history-related careers and to serve as an editor for H-Net.
He earned his doctorate in history from The Ohio State University in 2011 and his master’s in history from California State University Sacramento in 2004.
He can speak as a subject matter expert in the areas of history, politics, higher education administration, faculty engagement, and diversity, equity and inclusion efforts. Media members interested in interview Denning should email media@snhu.edu.
Matt DiPirro
Associate Dean, Liberal Arts
Matt DiPirro currently serves as the associate dean for general studies and philosophy. He has taught ethics and composition at SNHU since 2017 and has professional background in assessment, curriculum design and program development. With over 10 years of experience in higher education administration, Matt now works to support curriculum development, student engagement and microcredential initiatives for the academics department while supporting BA general studies, philosophy, ethics, internship and experiential learning courses.
Recently, DiPirro’s interests have included online learning and microcredentials, particularly factors contributing to student success. He's a frequent presenter on digital credentials and serves on advisory committees supporting credential innovation and continuing education. DiPirro is SNHU's institutional representative for UPCEA, the professional and continuing education association.
DiPirro earned an MA from Southern New Hampshire University and a BA in Philosophy and English from the University of New Hampshire. He is currently pursuing an EdD in Educational Leadership from the University of the Cumberlands.
Amanda Groves
Associate Dean
Amanda Groves currently serves as associate dean for composition. She first started with SNHU as an adjunct faculty member in 2012 before stepping into the lead faculty role in 2013. She now works to support both students and faculty within SNHU’s Writing Across the Curriculum initiative and oversees curriculum and instruction for composition courses.
Grove’s academic concentration includes composition and rhetoric and student empowerment through writing, especially in First-Year Composition. Before her time at SNHU, she worked as a writing tutor and instructor, assisting and teaching writers at all academic levels within higher education.
Sloan Kelly
Associate Dean, Graphic Design
Sloan Kelly has worked as a graphic designer and educator for over 30 years. She began her career at Southern New Hampshire University as associate dean of graphic design and communication in 2014. She currently serves as the associate dean of graphic design.
Most recently, Sloan has focused on developing and delivering a new Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Media Arts program alongside the Learning Science and Assessment Team. The program offers students training in the fundamental principles, skills and theory of graphic design and progresses toward more advanced, applied technologies across a range of media platforms. As technology advances rapidly and workplace demands evolve, Sloan continues to research and integrate emerging technology and workflows into SNHU's visual arts programs.
Sloan earned her MFA in Graphic Design at Boston University and BA in Art and English at Rollins College.
She can speak as a subject matter expert in the areas of graphic, web and digital design. Media members interested in interviewing her should email media@snhu.edu.
Dr. Christopher Lee
Associate Dean, English
Dr. Christopher Lee has taught literature, English and composition online at SNHU since 2003. He completed his PhD in English and Comparative Literature at Columbia University where he specialized in medieval literature. His academic interests in the Medieval and Early Modern periods include women and marginalized groups, drama and performance, short forms and humor, and semiotics and pedagogy. As a comparatist, he has focused on texts from medieval England, France and Spain.
Dr. Lee has extended his interest in the pedagogy of the Middle Ages to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, particularly the role of technology and learning science in effective college teaching today. He has presented papers and workshops on tech tools for classroom management, using wikis, graphically enhanced syllabi, and audio feedback in both online and face-to-face environments. In addition, he regularly applies his findings to course design and his own instructive practices. In his spare time, Dr. Lee enjoys exploring the history of male fashion and writes articles on menswear.
Jacob Powers
Associate Dean, Creative Writing
Jacob Powers earned an MFA in Creative Writing-Fiction from Boise State University in 2010 and a BA in Creative Writing with a minor in English Literature from Grand Valley State University in 2006. For the past 15 years, he has worked as a professional writing tutor, both face-to-face and online. He has consulted with developmental writing classes and collaborated on program curriculum design, worked as a writing and literature instructor at a community college in Florida and served as a content writer for a third-party company that developed Common Core interactive lesson scripts for the Florida Department of Education’s Race to the Top project.
Since 2014, Powers has worked at SNHU, first as an adjunct and team lead in English Composition, and then as a faculty lead for the creative writing department. He has been published in Narrative and Out of Stock magazines. Most recently, he has worked on a diversity project for the undergraduate creative writing courses and currently oversees the graduate creative writing program. His interests include fiction, nonfiction, diversity, inclusion, empathy and supporting students with an array of learning techniques. He lives in New England with his family.
Dr. Karen Wilkinson
Associate Dean, Communications
Dr. Wilkinson offers over 30 years of communication, marketing, fundraising, public information and training experience via the corporate and government sectors. She has proudly served SNHU since 2012, becoming a faculty lead for communication in 2014 and an associate dean in 2019. Dr. Wilkinson enjoys finding innovative ways to enlighten her communication students, engage and collaborate with fellow faculty members and further integrate educational technology into the online learning environment.
Dr. Wilkinson earned a BA in Community Studies (Media Literacy) from the University of Massachusetts-Boston, and an MA in English: Technical & Professional Communication from East Carolina University. She received her EdD in Curriculum and Instruction: Educational Technology concentration from the University of South Carolina. She holds a LEAD (Leading, Educating and Developing) certification from the University of Virginia and certification in Municipal & County Administration for Government Officials from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.
Dr. Wilkinson can speak as a subject matter expert about undergraduate and graduate communications at SNHU, graduate capstone projects, educational technology tool kits and learning theory. Media members interested in interviewing her should email media@snhu.edu.
Paul Witcover
Associate Dean, Online MFA
Paul Witcover is the author of the novels “Waking Beauty,” “Tumbling After,” “Dracula: Asylum,” “The Emperor of All Things,” “The Watchman of Eternity” and “Lincolnstein.” His short fiction is collected in “Everland and Other Stories.” He has been a finalist for the Nebula, World Fantasy and Shirley Jackson awards, and he has served on the jury for the Jackson and Philip K. Dick awards. His book reviews and critical essays have appeared in Realms of Fantasy and Locus magazines, among other publications. He co-created and co-wrote the DC Comic "Anima."
Witcover has an MA in Creative Writing from the City College of New York and is a graduate of the Clarion Writing Workshop. He is a recipient of a Hawthornden Fellowship.
Witcover was deeply involved in the program development for SNHU’s online MFA in Creative Writing. He has taught as an adjunct in SNHU’s MA and MFA in Creative Writing programs since 2013 and is committed to providing guidance, knowledge and opportunity to all online MFA students. Witcover lives and works in a small town in Connecticut. He can be found online at paulwitcover.com and on Bluesky @paulwitcover.bsky.social
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Nursing
Peggy Moriarty-Litz, EdD, MS, RN, CNE
Chief Nursing Administrator/Executive Director
Dr. Margaret (Peggy) Moriarty-Litz joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014, holding roles in academic leadership. She has worked on accreditation for undergraduate and graduate nursing programs and the establishment of the nursing continuing professional development team.
Prior to SNHU, Moriarty-Litz worked in clinical practice and nursing education settings, teaching non-traditional students throughout several levels of academic preparation. Her research includes professional identity and stress in pre-licensure nursing students.
Moriarty-Litz earned her EdD in Education and Leadership with a specialization in nursing from Rivier University, MS in Nursing Administration from the University of New Hampshire and BSN from Saint Anselm College. She completed the Edmond J. Safra Visiting Nurse Faculty Program at the Parkinson’s Foundation and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing. She is a Certified Nurse Educator.
Moriarty-Litz can speak as a subject matter expert on nursing education, leadership and Parkinson’s disease. Media members interested in interviewing her should email media@snhu.edu.
Stacey L. Rosenberg, DNP, RN, ACNS-BC, CNE
Associate Chief Nursing Administrator
Dr. Stacey L. Rosenberg joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014 and currently serves as associate chief nursing administrator. Her focus is on emerging credentials and flexible learning models to meet the needs of today’s learners.
For over 20 years, Rosenberg has taught at several education levels and is experienced in curriculum development and accreditation. She is a board-certified Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Certified Nurse Educator. She has experience in acute and skilled care, and employee, community and public health.
Rosenberg is co-chair and co-creator of the award-winning Higher Education and Real-World Training (HEaRT) experiential learning model. She designs and implements stackable badging for undergraduate and graduate curricula. She serves as an international speaker with a focus on nursing education and alternate credentials.
Rosenberg earned her DNP and MSN from Winona State University, BSN from the University of Iowa and AAS from North Iowa Area Community College.
Media members interested in interviewing her should email media@snhu.edu.
Lyndsay Goss, DNP, RN, CNE, NPD-BC
Director of Continuing Professional Development, Nursing
Dr. Lyndsay Goss serves as the director of continuing professional development, nursing at Southern New Hampshire University. As the accredited provider program director of the nursing continuing professional development team, Goss has provided contact hours for individuals in the field of health professions since 2017.
Goss has been in the field of higher education since 2013. Before moving into her director position in 2022, she was a faculty member in the undergraduate nursing program and Master of Public Health program. As a faculty member, she supported students and adjunct faculty, as well as assisted with curricular revisions and design.
Prior to moving into higher education, Goss’ clinical experiences included community health, ambulatory care, out-patient gastroenterology and rehabilitation nursing. She is a certified nurse educator and board certified in nursing professional development.
Outside of SNHU, Goss has been an active member in the New Hampshire Nurses Association since 2017 and is currently serving as the NHNA board secretary. She also sits on the implementation committee for the Association for Nursing Professional Development.
Goss earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice as a public health nurse leader. She earned a Master of Science in Nursing as a clinical nurse leader, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Bachelor of Science in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology.
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Robin Kirschner, EdD, DNP, RN, CNE, CNL, NEA-BC
Program Director, MSN
Dr. Robin Kirschner joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2021 as adjunct faculty before transitioning to her current role.
Over the course of her career, Kirschner has served as a heart critical care nurse, director of nursing, clinical nurse educator, academic nurse faculty, senior clinical manager, director of assessment and curriculum for healthcare, and national dean of MSN nursing.
She’s received several awards, including the Adda Alexander Leadership in Action Award sponsored by the Arizona Organization for Nurse Leaders and Arizona Action Coalition. Additionally, she’s given medical education presentations all over the world, from the United States to England to Spain.
Kirschner earned her DNP in Nursing Education from Touro University Nevada, EdD in Administrative Leadership from Argosy University Phoenix, MA in Critical Care Nursing from New York University, MSN from the University of Oregon and BSN from the University of Oregon Health Sciences Center.
Lea Dodge, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Associate Dean, MSN Specialty Tracks
Dr. Lea Dodge joined SNHU in 2023 with 18 years of academic experience and 27 years of clinical practice experience.
Prior to SNHU, Dodge worked as a faculty member, program coordinator and executive director and has experience teaching online and in person. She has taught in Massachusetts, Florida and with the University of Phoenix, and she’s worked as both a family nurse practitioner and an RN. Dodge was published as a co-author in Geriatric Nursing and has presented on topics related to nursing education.
Dodge received the Experiential Teaching Award from UMass Lowell in 2013 and the RN-BSN Academic Excellence Award from Salem State College in 2000. She earned a regional faculty fellowship from the Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association in 2011.
Dodge earned her DNP from the University of Massachusetts, MS in Nursing from the University of Phoenix, BSN from Salem State College and Diploma in Nursing from Lawrence Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. She is a board-certified family nurse practitioner.
Kristi Dalby, DNP, RN, CNE
Undergraduate Program Nursing Director
Dr. Kristi Dalby joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2015. She has been in higher education for over 15 years.
From 2001-2012, Dalby was a staff and charge nurse in acute care settings, including the intensive care unit, stepdown unit and emergency department. She began her teaching career at College of the Sequoias and Technical College of the Lowcountry.
Dalby has received multiple awards, including the D2L Excellence Award from Higher Education and Real-World Training (HEaRT) and the Advisors Recognizing Excellence Award from SNHU. She has presented at UPCEA’s Regions Week and the International Webinar on Nursing Education and Practice.
Dalby earned her DNP and BSN from the University of Missouri and MSN from the University of North Dakota. She is a Certified Nurse Educator.
Lokelani (Loke) Ahyo, DNP, RN, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. Lokelani Ahyo joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2016 as an adjunct professor and team lead in the undergraduate nursing program. In 2018, she transitioned to her current position.
Ahyo’s clinical specialty is women’s health and obstetrics. Before coming to SNHU, she was a nurse specialist in perinatology and a nurse manager. Ahyo was a clinical adjunct professor at Arizona Western College, where she taught obstetrics nursing.
In 2021, Ahyo was honored with the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty. Since 2022, she’s served as president of the Arizona Nurses Association Rio Colorado Yuma Chapter 7. She’s also presented on topics such as personalizing online education and leveraging creativity to manage workplace stress.
Ahyo earned her DNP with an emphasis in Nursing Education Leadership, MSN and BSN from Grand Canyon University, BA in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University and her ASN from Arizona Western College. She is a Certified Nurse Educator.
Lisa Bechok, DNP, RN, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. Lisa Bechok joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2015 with experience in higher education.
Bechok’s background includes a doctoral education with a specialization in educational theory, foundation and adult learning. She is highly skilled in those areas and in curriculum development.
In 2019, Bechok was one of eight doctoral students in the nation selected to receive the NLN Faculty Educator Scholarship Award. She was the recipient of the Clint Jones New Hampshire Nurse of the Year Award in 2006.
Bechok earned her DNP and MSN from the University of New Hampshire and her BS in Behavioral Science from Granite State College. She is a Certified Nurse Educator.
Mandy T. Bell, DNP, MSN, RN
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Mandy Bell joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 as a full-time clinical faculty member for graduate nursing.
Bell has been a registered nurse since 1979. Her clinical practice experience encompasses several leadership and system management roles in acute care and academic settings, such as clinical coordinator and director of maternal child health and pediatrics. Additionally, Bell has 18 years of experience as a nurse educator in LPN and RN nursing programs. Prior to joining SNHU, Bell served for 12 years in program director, assistant dean and dean of nursing roles.
Bell has been nominated for myriad awards, including March of Dimes Nurse of the Year and Faculty of the Year from Northern Virginia Community College. In 2024, she received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurse Educators.
Bell earned her DNP, MSN and BSN from George Mason University, and her Diploma in Nursing from Beth Israel School of Nursing.
Deborah Blackwell, PhD, WHNP-BC, RNC-OB, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. Deborah Blackwell joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 with more than 25 years of experience in healthcare and education.
Prior to SNHU, Blackwell taught at Capella University, Northeastern University, University of South Carolina and Clemson University. She was dean of the School of Nursing at Carolinas College of Health Sciences for nearly 15 years. Blackwell is certified in several areas of nursing, with specializations in maternal-neonatal and women’s health nursing.
Blackwell was named one of the Great 100 Nurses of North Carolina. In 2023, she received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty. She’s also been an advocate for RN-BSN education with the National RN-Baccalaureate Faculty Forum (NRFF) and the Essentials Committee, resulting in contributions to multiple publications, including the NRFF position statement on AACN Essentials.
Blackwell earned her PhD in Parent-Child Nursing from the University of Texas at Austin, a post-master’s certificate in Women’s Healthcare Nurse Practitioner from the University of South Carolina, MS in Maternal-Child Nursing from the University of Delaware and BSN from Radford University. She has a graduate certificate in Nursing Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is a Certified Nurse Educator, Certified Inpatient Obstetric Nurse and Certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.
Jaquelyne Bodea, DNP, RN, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Jackie Bodea joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2022 with more than a decade of experience in higher education.
Bodea has provided women’s health and midwifery care to residents of Georgia and Pennsylvania, and most recently for native Alaskan women and families. Currently, Bodea offers mental healthcare to adults in rural Georgia.
In 2017, Bodea was the recipient of Frontier Nursing University’s Circle of Caring Award. She is a member the American Psychiatric Nurses Association and Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing.
Bodea earned her PhD in Nursing Practice from Augusta University, post-graduate certificate as a Psychiatric-Mental health Nurse Practitioner from Liberty University, MS in Midwifery from Thomas Jefferson University, BS in Nursing from Augusta University and an associate degree in nursing from Clayton State University. Bodea is a Certified Nurse Educator, Nurse Midwife and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner.
Britni Camino, DNP, CNE
Clinical Faculty
Dr. Britni Camino joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2005 as adjunct faculty. She later transitioned to a clinical faculty role and, in 2025, began serving exclusively in the graduate program.
A registered nurse since 2007, Camino continues to work per diem at her local critical access hospital. She began her career in nursing education in 2011 at Sheridan College and has since taught in both RN-BSN and graduate nursing programs at Boise State University and the University of North Georgia.
In addition to these roles, Camino is a basic life support (BLS) instructor and chairman of the Johnson County Rural Health Care District (JCRHCD).
Camino earned her DNP in Educational Leadership from Post University, in addition to her MS in Nursing Education and BSN from the University of Mary.
Nicholas (Nick) Carte
Clinical Faculty
Dr. Nick Carte joined SNHU’s clinical nursing faculty in 2012.
He is a practicing nurse practitioner and has previously worked as a critical care nurse. In addition to his teaching experience at the graduate and undergraduate levels in traditional and online classrooms, he has experience with curriculum development, mentoring, student support and faculty leadership as a team lead.
Carte was the recipient of the 2022 Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty. He holds a certificate in adult-gerontology, is certified in patient safety and is a subject matter expert for advanced pathophysiology and advanced pharmacology.
Carte earned a PhD in Nursing and MSN from University of Phoenix and a BSN from West Virginia University.
Elizabeth Christman, DNP, RN, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Nursing
Dr. Elizabeth Christman joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2016. Christman is a team lead and serves on the continuing professional development team and HEaRT team. She participates in many pilot initiatives to support students.
Christman has worked in higher education for over 12 years, teaching in traditional classrooms, clinical and simulation environments. Prior to SNHU, Christman worked as an educator for Wisconsin Technical College System. Her clinical practice background is in cardiac critical care and post-anesthesia care.
In 2020, Christman received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty. Her work has been published in several journals since 2022, including The Journal of Continuing Higher Education, Nursing Education Perspectives and Perspectives in Health Information Management.
Christman earned her DNP from Liberty University and MSN and BSN from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire. She is a Certified Nurse Educator.
Kelsey Deters, DNP, RN, FNP-C
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. Kelsey Deters joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2016 with nearly a decade of experience in higher education.
Deters was previously a course instructor at Maryville University and Western Governors University. She worked for over five years as a nurse practitioner and RN in healthcare facilities throughout St. Louis, Missouri.
Deters received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses in 2012 and 2024 and Rookie of the Year by Western Governors University in 2018.
Deters earned her DNP with a concentration in Nurse Education from Regis College. She earned her MSN-FNP and BSN from Maryville University. She is a Certified Nurse Practitioner.
Kimberly Gibbons, DNP, RN, CNM, CNL, CNE
Clinical Faculty
Dr. Kimberly Gibbons joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018. She serves as MSN-CNL coordinator, lead MSN practicum coordinator and team lead for graduate nursing faculty.
Gibbons has 20 years of experience in higher education. Before SNHU, Gibbons taught at the University of New Hampshire. Her clinical background is primarily in maternal-newborn nursing, human lactation, nurse-midwifery practice, nursing education and clinical nurse leadership.
In 2020, Gibbons received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nursing Faculty.
Gibbons earned her DNP from the University of New Hampshire, MS in Nurse Midwifery from University of Minnesota and BSN from Saint Anselm College. She is a Certified Clinical Nurse Leader and Certified Nurse Educator.
Tara Harris, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Tara Harris joined SNHU in 2020 as a nursing faculty member.
Harris has over 25 years' experience as a registered nurse with 16 years as a board-certified family nurse practitioner in family medicine. She taught nursing for 4 years in the classroom and 10 years online at the graduate level.
Harris’s work, Implementing DSME in a Primary Care Setting, was published in Journal of Nursing Care Quality in 2014. Her presentations include “App Your Way to Wellness: Reducing Faculty and Staff Stress in an Innovative Way” and “How to Incorporate Interactive Evidence-Based Teaching Modalities in an Online Asynchronous Environment.”
Harris earned a post-master's certificate in psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner from Herzing University, her DNP from Duke University, MSN from East Carolina University and BSN from North Carolina Central University.
Crissy Hunter, DNP, RN, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Crissy Hunter joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2019 and has 15 years of experience in higher education. She serves as the MSN nurse educator coordinator.
Hunter works as a DNP chair for future nurse educators and previously taught at Boise State University and Sheridan College. She’s active in volunteer work, having served as an RN for Kanakuk Ministries since 2015 and a disaster health services lead for the American Red Cross since 2020.
Hunter earned her DNP in Educational Leadership from American Sentinel University, MSN in Nursing Education from the University of Wyoming, BSN from University of Phoenix and ADN from Maric College. She is a Certified Nurse Educator and Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator.
Esther M. Johnstone, DNP, RN, CNOR(E)
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Esther M. Johnstone joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2019.
Prior to SNHU, Johnstone held a range of academic and clinical roles. She served as a clinical assistant professor at the University of Texas at El Paso, a professor and DNP capstone mentor at Capella University, an online academic nursing coach for Instructional Connections, a perioperative practice specialist for the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses, and a clinical practice specialist at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital.
Johnstone has served as a peer reviewer for several publications, including ISPAN Core Curriculum, the Journal of Nursing Management, the Journal of Professional Nursing and more. She sits on Plastic and Aesthetic Nursing Journal's editorial board, as well as their manuscript review panel. Johnstone has also contributed two works to AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice — "Guideline for Safe Environment of Care" and "Guideline for Safe Environment of Care and Guideline for Medical Device and Product Evaluation." She's a member of Eta Iota at-Large Chapter of Sigma Nursing, Phi Nu Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International and the Golden Key International Honour Society.
Johnstone earned her DNP from Walden University and MSN from the University of Phoenix.
Maude McGill, PhD, MSN, RN-BC, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Maude McGill joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2019 as a clinical faculty member in graduate nursing. She is the cultural competency officer for the employee resource group, HUES (Humans Uniting Everyone in Solidarity).
McGill has over a decade of experience in higher education. She was chief nurse administrator and assistant professor of nursing at Regent University, director of nursing at ECPI University and associate professor of nursing at William Carey University.
She is the director of operations for McGill Ministries, a nonprofit organization that focuses on human growth and development of marginalized communities in southeastern Mississippi. She serves as an active member and thought leader for the National League for Nursing’s Commission on Constituent Leagues and Leadership. Her work is published in several peer reviewed journals and a personal blog devoted to diversified learning and accessibility in learning.
McGill earned her PhD in Nursing Education and Administration, MSN in Nursing Education and BSN in Nursing from William Carey University. She holds an ACCN certification in Gerontology Nursing and is a Certified Nurse Educator.
Rita M. Million, CNE, APHN-BC, COI
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Rita M. Million joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2024 with more than 15 years of experience teaching nursing across in-person, hybrid and remote learning environments.
Over the course of her career, Million has worked in rural community health, geriatrics and mental health nursing. Her experience also includes nursing research at Nebraska Medicine, where she collaborated with nurse researchers on studies involving hematopoietic stem cell transplant, family caregiving, fatigue in women receiving chemotherapy for breast cancer and rural caregivers supporting family members with dementia.
Million has presented research and evidence-based practice in nursing education and family caregiving at national conferences and has published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. She serves as a board member on the Mills County Board of Health in rural Iowa and volunteers with caregivers through the Alzheimer’s Association.
Million earned her PhD in Nursing Science and her MSN in Community Health Nursing from the University of Nebraska Medical Center, in addition to her BSN and ASN from the College of Saint Mary.
Michael D. Reilly, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Michael D. Reilly joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 and teaches in the MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner program, covering advanced pathophysiology, pharmacology, health assessment and primary care practicums across the lifespan. He also serves as a subject matter expert in pharmacology.
Prior to Southern New Hampshire University, Reilly was an associate professor and family nurse practitioner program chair at the International College of Health Sciences. In addition to his academic work, Reilly is a board-certified family nurse practitioner who brings extensive clinical experience spanning primary care, urgent care, emergency medicine, cardiovascular care and autonomous advanced practice. He continues to practice as an autonomous APRN in Florida and serves as a clinic director in men’s health.
As a sworn auxiliary state trooper with the Florida Highway Patrol, Reilly holds the rank of lieutenant and serves as a unit commander, recruiter and tactical medic. He's received numerous honors for his service, including the Florida Highway Patrol Life Saving Award and multiple statewide recognitions.
Reilly earned his DNP, MSN and BSN from Florida Atlantic University.
Ashley Roussell, DNP, MSN, FNP-C
Clinical Faculty, Graduate Nursing
Dr. Ashley Roussell joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2023.
Roussell has spent most of her career in cardiology as a PCU/ICU and nurse practitioner. She continues her work in the community with education in cardiac health and preventative medicine.
In 2017, Roussell earned the Daisy Award.
Roussell earned her DNP from South University, as well as her MSN, FNP and BSN from Chamberlain University. She also earned a BS in Psychology from the University of New Orleans.
Katina Schwartzhoff, DNP, MSN, RN
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. Katina Schwartzhoff joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2019 as an adjunct faculty member. In 2022, with almost 3 decades of nursing experience, she transitioned to full-time faculty course instructor and undergraduate faculty team lead.
Prior to SNHU, Schwartzhoff worked at the Mayo Clinic Health System in various roles as a special procedures RN within interventional cardiology and invasive radiology. She has experience in day surgery, home and community health, and she is a clinical nurse educator.
Schwartzhoff earned her DPN from Capella University, MSN in Nursing Education from SNHU, BSN from Viterbo University.
Sandy Findlay, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. Sandy Findlay joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 as an adjunct faculty member with a background in higher education. A year later, she transitioned to her current role.
Findlay has been a charge nurse in the post-anesthesia care unit at Riverside Regional Medical Center since 2020. Before that, she spent several years as an emergency department charge nurse and medical/surgical charge nurse.
Findlay has presented at events like SNHU’s Gather Conference and Riverside College’s Professional Enrichment Workshop.
Findlay earned her DNP in Educational Leadership from American Sentinel University, MS in Nursing Education from Walden University and Diploma in Nursing from Riverside School of Professional Nursing. She is a Certified Nurse Educator.
AnnMarie Vang, DNP, RN-BC, CNE
Clinical Faculty, Undergraduate Nursing
Dr. AnnMarie Vang joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2017 as an adjunct faculty member, transitioning to her current role in 2020.
Vang has over a decade of experience in higher education. Prior to SNHU, she was a program manager at Western Governors University for nearly 7 years. Vang also has experience in healthcare, having worked as a clinical nurse at the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation.
Vang earned her DNP from Aspen University, MSN and BSN from Western Governors University and ADN from Central Lakes College. She is a Certified Nurse Educator and holds a certification in nursing professional development.
Alana Wood, DNP, RN, FNP-C
Nursing Field Experience Manager
Dr. Alana Wood joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2021, with over a decade of experience in teaching and higher education.
Wood is experienced in clinical settings including critical care, emergency room and urgent care, having worked as an RN and APRN.
Wood earned her DNP from Purdue University, MSN from Herzing University, BSN from Kaplan University and ASN from Advent University. She holds a MEd from the University of Central Florida and BS in Biology-Chemistry from College of Mount St. Joseph. Wood is a board-certified family nurse practitioner from American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Laura Beaudoin, MEd
Director of Clinical Experiences, Nursing
Laura Beaudoin joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2011 as a graduate academic advisor for MBA programs. She later became the primary advisor for healthcare and nursing programs and an adjunct instructor. Beaudoin joined the nursing academic team in 2014 as clinical placement facilitator and transitioned to her role as clinical experiences and health professions process manager in 2018. She now services as the director of clinical experiences for nursing.
Prior to SNHU, Beaudoin was a high school English and humanities teacher. In 2019, Beaudoin received the Sonia Pioneer Award by Sonia Clinical Tracking Systems for her contributions to training, processes and student engagement. She received the University Mover & Shaker Award from the University of New Hampshire.
Beaudoin earned her MEd in Secondary Education and BA in English Teaching from the University of New Hampshire. She also earned the NH Experienced Educator certificate with an endorsement in English education.
Kelsey Butler, MS
Clinical Placement Facilitator
Kelsey Butler joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2012 as an academic advisor. She transitioned to her current role in 2020.
Butler earned her MS in Marketing, as well as her BS in Marketing from the University of Tampa.
Jequie Dixon, DNP, MSN, RN, PMC
Clinical Faculty, BSN
Dr. Jequie Dixon joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2017 with experience in curriculum development in nursing education.
Dixon is a hospitalist nurse practitioner. She served as an officer in the United States Air Force, where she was a clinical nurse and disease manager.
Dixon earned her DNP and a post-master’s certificate in nursing education from Duke University, MSN in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care and BSN from the University of South Alabama.
Amy Duguay, MEd, BS
Clinical Placement Facilitator, Nursing
Amy Duguay joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014 as an academic advisor and earned a nomination for the SNHU Advising in Excellence Award. She then moved to her current position in 2023.
Prior to SNHU, Duguay worked at Colby-Sawyer College as an internship coordinator.
Duguay earned her MEd in Psychology and Counseling from Springfield College and BS in Exercise and Sport Sciences from Colby-Sawyer College.
Stacey Pippenger, MAEd, HD, BA
Clinical Placement Facilitator
Stacey Pippenger joined Southern New Hampshire University as an academic advisor in 2010. She moved to her current position in 2021.
She has nearly two decades of experience in higher education. Prior to SNHU, Pippenger worked at DeVry University, University of New Hampshire School of Law, Daniel Webster College and Bridgewater State College.
Pippenger earned her MA in Education and Human Development from The George Washington University and BA in English from Bridgewater State University.
Lynell U. Rogers, MSN, RN, CLNC
Nursing Affiliates Contract Manager
Lynell U. Rogers joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2020 with several years of higher education experience.
Rogers worked at Wahiawa General Hospital in Hawaii and at the University of Alabama Medical Center. In 2009, she received the Gamma Psi Chapter-At-Large Sigma Theta Tau’s Educator of the Year Award.
Rogers earned her MSN, BSN and ASN from the University of Phoenix. In addition to being an LNC, Rogers has completed Med-Assist School of Hawaii’s CMA program and the American Red Cross’ CNA program. She's currently pursuing her DNP from Chaminade University.
Tyeasha Williams
Clinical Faculty
Dr. Tyeasha Williams joined SNHU’s clinical nursing faculty in 2024.
Williams has over 19 years of experience in the medical field with 14 years as a certified family nurse practitioner. She has over 11 years of experience as a professor, teaching online didactic and practicum courses. She started out as a clinical instructor at a community college for associate degree nursing students and working as a visiting adjunct professor for a distance learning MSN NP program.
Williams has won awards for her posters and presentations and is a member of the North Carolina Nurses Association, the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, American Nursing Association and National Kidney Foundation.
Williams earned a DNP from Duke University, MSN from Indiana State University and BSN from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Social Sciences
Dr. Nickolas H. Dominello
Senior Associate Dean, Social Sciences
Dr. Nickolas H. Dominello joined SNHU in 2014 as an adjunct faculty member before transitioning to the role of lead faculty. In 2018, he was appointed associate dean of the BA in Psychology program and advanced to his current role in 2023.
Dominello has over two decades of experience as an educator, having taught at colleges like University of Arizona Global Campus, Thomas Edison State University and Penn State Lehigh Valley.
Dominello earned his PhD in Psychology from Capella University, along with his MA in Education and BA in Psychology from Holy Family University.
Dr. Josh Garrin
Associate Dean, Psychology
Dr. Josh Garrin joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018. Since then, he’s acted as a subject matter expert in the redevelopment of the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program, partnering with curriculum development and instructional design teams to support its launch. He’s also served as an academic partner, managing course improvements and providing instructor support, and a faculty trainer for SNHU’s Center for Online Learning and Teaching (COLT).
Prior to entering the world of academia, Garrin worked in behavioral healthcare settings, where he led biometric screening teams, managed team projects and designed training programs to promote employee well-being. He also provided one-on-one and group health coaching and education for executive leadership in regional organizations.
Josh earned his PhD in Health Psychology from Walden University, MS in Counseling Psychology from Pace University, and BA in Psychology and Journalism from the State University of New York at New Paltz.
Dr. Hector R. Garcia
Associate Dean
Dr. Hector R. Garcia joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018.
In addition to his work in academia, Garcia has spent over 30 years working in law enforcement and security. He’s trained thousands on topics like emergency management and worked with numerous international partners on the development of public safety and security initiatives. One of Garcia’s most notable partnerships is with the United States Department of State, helping to further democratic policing principles in Africa and Central America.
Garcia serves as a grant peer reviewer and subject matter expert for the United States Department of Justice, National Institute of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance and other federal entities. He’s the founder and president of the Family Charity Foundation and has been recognized with the Meritorious Service award twice, as well as the Safe Communities Award.
Garcia earned his EdD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University, MBA in Project Management, MS in Criminal Justice Administration from Lynn University and BA in Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University.
Dr. Thomas K. MacCarty
Associate Dean, Psychology
Dr. Thomas K. MacCarty joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2013.
At the start of his career, MacCarty was a licensed alcohol drug counselor, as well as a probation and parole officer. He then spent 20 years working as a licensed school psychologist before becoming a faculty member at numerous colleges.
MacCarty earned his PhD in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Northcentral University, Certificate of Graduate Studies in Psychology and MA in Counseling Psychology from Norwich University and BA in Human Services from Springfield College.
Dr. Tharinia Oyegun
Associate Dean, Social Sciences
Dr. Tharinia Oyegun joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2021 with over a decade of experience as an educator in both traditional and online learning formats. In her current role, she oversees undergraduate and graduate criminal justice programs.
Drawing on over 20 years in criminal justice and forensic science, Oyegun has worked at the California Department of Justice Criminalistics Laboratory as a trained questioned documents examiner and held positions with multiple Southern California agencies, including the Riverside County Coroner’s Office, San Bernardino Probation and the Transportation Security Administration.
She's an active member of several industry associations and honor societies, including California Association of Criminalists, Southern Criminal Justice Association and Alpha Phi Sigma: Criminal Justice Honor Society. Her publications include works such as “Civilian Forensic Technician and Sworn Peace Officer Job-Related Stress” and “Using Forensic Science to Stimulate Interest in Math and Sciences."
Oyegun earned her PhD in Human Services with a concentration in Criminal Justice from Capella University, MFS from National University and BA in Criminal Justice from California State University, San Bernardino.
Dr. Laman Tasch
Associate Dean
Dr. Laman Tasch joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2019. As associate dean of social sciences, she leads strategic initiatives and program management that foster belonging and success for all.
Prior to SNHU, Tasch held various roles, including designated school official, program manager and academic dean.
Tasch leads TEDxSNHU as a speaker coach and hosts the SNHU Agents of Change Podcast, covering AI ethics, trauma-informed education and inclusive practices. She’s recently presented at the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and other conferences on trauma-informed approaches in higher education and cultural intelligence. Her published work in The EvoLLLution®, Politics and Religion and Mediterranean Quarterly explores cultural intelligence, gender politics and religious minorities.
Tasch earned her PhD in Political Science from Northern Illinois University, along with her MA and BA in Sociology from Middle East Technical University.
STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
Dr. Cheryl Frederick
Academic Dean
Dr. Cheryl Frederick joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014, holding multiple leadership roles before stepping into her current position as academic dean, where she oversees the strategy for online STEM programs.
With over two decades in online higher education, Frederick has held senior leadership roles at two of the world’s largest online universities. Before entering academia, she built a successful career as a software engineer, developing complex systems in aerospace, televised sports and telecommunications. Her current research focuses on how AI and emerging educational technologies are being used to create industry-relevant learner experiences in STEM education. Frederick combines her STEM curriculum leadership experience with a computer engineering background to guide AI integration across STEM programs. Her approach as an early adopter ensures alignment with industry standards and emerging technologies.
Frederick earned her PhD in Education from Walden University, where her dissertation examined the application of educational technology in online learning environments. She also holds an MS and BS in Computer Engineering from the University of Central Florida, where she authored the published thesis, "Development of Techniques to Perform Simulation Adaptation in a Simulation Training Environment Using Expert Systems Methods."
Dr. Dennis Backherms
Associate Dean, Cybersecurity
Dr. Dennis Backherms has over two decades of extensive experience safeguarding digital landscapes. Before transitioning to his current position at Southern New Hampshire University, Backherms was an academic partner, adjunct instructor and technical program facilitator.
Backherms has dedicated his career to fortifying information systems against evolving cyber threats. His wealth of experience spans government and private industry sectors, where he’s implemented effective solutions to innumerable cybersecurity challenges.
In his free time, Backherms acts as a doctoral research dissertation chair, guiding students in their research pursuits. Backherms also regularly contributes to the intellectual discourse of cybersecurity in various publications.
Backherms earned his PhD in Information Technology from Capella University. He holds an array of industry certifications, including Security+ and Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
Dr. Susan McKenzie
Senior Associate Dean
Dr. Susan McKenzie joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2006. In her current role, McKenzie leads undergraduate- and graduate-level program development, emphasizing curriculum quality, assessment alignment, AI readiness and student-centered approaches that promote persistence, confidence and the practical application of STEM skills.
She has more than 30 years of experience advancing equitable, high-impact learning in mathematics, science and data analytics and regularly presents at national conferences on topics like student persistence, inclusive STEM design and AI-enabled learning.
McKenzie earned her EdD from Southern New Hampshire University, where her doctoral research examined the relationship between learner identity, self-efficacy and persistence in STEM fields. She also earned her MS in Experimental Physical Chemistry from Boston College, where her research on gas-phase kinetics was published.
Tyra Davey
Associate Dean, Science
Tyra Davey joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2018 as an instructional designer. She then held the roles of instructional design team lead, assistant director of learning design and adjunct faculty before transitioning to her current position.
Prior to her time at SNHU, Davey served as STEM and outreach coordinator at Girls Inc., a national nonprofit organization. She also participated in ground-based and airborne field campaigns, including a NASA program that studied air quality over California.
Davey is a certified SKYWARN® Storm Spotter, a volunteer position that helps keep local communities safe by providing timely reports of severe weather to the National Weather Service.
Davey earned her MS in Atmospheric Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, along with her BS in Meteorology and minor in Mathematics from Millersville University.
Max Callahan
Associate Dean, Game Design & Development
Max Callahan received a Master of Design in Digital Design from Philadelphia University and a BA in Integrative Arts (Film/Art) from Pennsylvania State University. His master’s thesis explored narrative animation for the full-dome format exhibited in planetariums and science centers.
Callahan has over 15 years of experience as a classroom and online instructor and subject matter expert. He began his career as an art director and prop master in the independent film industry in Los Angeles before transitioning to 3D modeling and animation and game production. He ran the character department at an animation firm in Philadelphia and now works as a freelance artist on various animation and game production projects as a character designer, modeler, rigger, animator and motion-capture specialist.
Learn more about Callahan in this faculty Q&A.
Arana Fireheart
Associate Dean, Information Technology
Arana Fireheart joined Southern New Hampshire University as an IT program coordinator and assistant professor in 2019 before transitioning to his current role in 2024.
Fireheart has over 25 years' experience in computer science education and the design and development of software and hardware systems. He also served as owner and president of two companies – Fireheart Software Inc. and Cave Drawings Inc.
Fireheart earned an MS in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Computer Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and a BS in Electrical Engineering from the City College of CUNY.
Mark Gruen
Associate Dean, Mathematics
Mark Gruen has been with SNHU since 2013, working with students of all ages and experiences. Prior to coming to SNHU, Gruen taught physics and mathematics in the Boston Public Schools, where he was a part of the initial group of teachers in Boston’s first fully inclusive high school.
While at SNHU, Gruen was selected as part of ACHE’s (American College of Healthcare Executives) first class for its Emerging Leaders Institute. He is a Certified Professional Coach and an active foster parent in the Manchester area.
Gruen received his MEd in Physics Education from the University of Massachusetts-Boston and his BS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Cornell University.
Dr. Leonardo Lawrence
Associate Dean, Artificial Intelligence
Dr. Leonardo Lawrence joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2025 with over 10 years of experience in AI, machine learning and data science.
Before transitioning to SNHU, Lawrence taught graduate courses in artificial intelligence and data science at the University of the Cumberlands. Outside of academia, Lawrence served in the federal government developing mathematical models and leading research initiatives in predictive analytics, automation, AI and large-scale data processing. He also founded an AI and software development company delivering machine-learning solutions for enterprise clients.
Lawrence is the inventor on two U.S. patent applications (“Systems and Methods for AI-Driven Supply Chain Optimization” and “Systems and Methods for Multilayer Cognitive AI Enabling Autonomous Discovery via Generative Experimentation and Human-Guided Learning”) and has multiple publications in AI.
Lawrence earned his DCS in Big Data Analytics from Colorado Technical University, MS in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning from Colorado State University, BS in Electrical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics from American Military University and BS in Chemistry from Babylon University. Additionally, Lawrence holds a Graduate Certificate in College Teaching from the University of Missouri-Columbia and Graduate Certificate in Data Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio.
Dr. Ann Marie Moynihan
Associate Dean, Computer Information Systems
Dr. Ann Marie Moynihan is an associate dean on the STEM team at Southern New Hampshire University, where she oversees information technology and management information systems courses.
She has worked in several industries including high-tech, medical devices, industrial lighting, textile, toys, real estate and property management. She has experience teaching on campus and online at SNHU and other institutions.
Moynihan earned her PhD at Nova Southeastern University, where she specialized in conflict analysis and resolution. She holds an MBA and an MS in Business Education from Southern New Hampshire University and a BS in Business Administration from Merrimack College.
Dr. Gary Savard
Senior Associate Dean
Dr. Gary Savard joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2012 as an adjunct faculty member, transitioning to his current position in 2021.
Savard’s past academic experience includes many years as an adjunct faculty member at multiple universities and many years as software engineering program director.
Savard’s career outside of academia includes roles as chief technology officer, software engineer and U.S. Air Force officer. He worked extensively in Department of War (DoW) contracting, healthcare software systems, logistics, and control software systems and real-time systems.
Savard earned his PhD in IT Information Security from Capella University, a BS in Computer Science from Champlain College, an MS in Computer Engineering from Troy University, and a BS in Physics from St. Michael’s College. He is an IEEE Certified Software Development Professional.
Renard Spratling
Associate Dean, Technology
Renard Spratling joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2022 with nearly a decade of experience in higher education.
Prior to his time at SNHU, Spratling was department head, information technology at Alamance Community College, as well as associate professor of computer sciences and web development program lead at Guilford Community College. Outside of academia, he spent several years as a business systems analyst at Wells Fargo.
In 2011, Spratling was issued the Distinguished Alumni Award by North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University’s Department of Computer Science.
Spratling earned his MS in Information Technology from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and BS in Computer Science from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Joseph Timmons
Associate Dean, Data Analytics
Joseph Timmons joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2014, serving as a military graduate advisor and faculty member teaching business technology. In his current role, he oversees undergraduate and graduate data analytics programs and teaches data analytics courses.
Before his work at SNHU, Timmons spent over eight years in IT, served as a sergeant medic in the Army National Guard supporting both infantry and aviation units and worked as a consultant migrating data systems.
He's a member of the Healthcare Data & Analytics Association (HDAA) and the International Society for Data Science and Analytics (ISDSA).Timmons earned his MS in Information Technology from Southern New Hampshire University, where he's currently pursuing an EdD in Educational Leadership, and BA in Political Science and Psychology from the University of Rochester.
Dr. Curtis George
Associate Dean, Information Technology
Dr. Curtis George brings over 20 years of experience as a senior engineer working on various projects, from embedded systems for military aircraft to enterprise software for NASA/NOAA. Before working for SNHU, Curtis worked as a senior software engineer for the NOAA Comprehensive Large Array-data Stewardship System (CLASS) project. Curtis also worked as a senior applications engineer with NASA to create software for satellites for predicting hazardous weather patterns (GOES-R and JPSS), developed a roleplaying game to acclimate international students to American campuses and even created an award-winning Spanish verb conjugation mobile application.
Curtis started his career in the Navy on a special operations boat where he earned a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal, National Defense Service medal, Navy Expeditionary medal and a Meritorious Unit Commendation medal.
He earned his BS in Computer Science from Chapman University and his MS in Computer Science from Nova Southeastern University. Dr. George earned his PhD in Computer Science from Northcentral University.
Linnea Wright
Associate Dean, Computer Science
Linnea Wright joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2024 as an adjunct instructor in cybersecurity before transitioning to her current role.
For more than 20 years, Wright has served in the Army National Guard and currently works as cyber operations officer specializing in offensive cyber operations. Her background spans software engineering, cybersecurity, data science, military intelligence and information technology.
Wright earned her MS in Computer Science with an emphasis in Software Engineering from Colorado Technical University. She also holds a BS in Legal Studies from American Military University, an AS in Communications/Technology from Allen Community College and an AS in Intelligence Operations with an emphasis in AI Source Intelligence Analysis from Cochise College. Throughout her career, Wright has earned more than 65 professional certifications, including ISC² CISSP, GIAC GCIA and CompTIA SecurityX.
Junghoon Yoon
Associate Dean, Computer Science
Junghoon Yoon joined Southern New Hampshire University in 2025.
Previously, Yoon served as a lead instructor at 2U/edX, where he taught courses for the Georgia Institute of Technology, the University of Texas at Austin, Columbia University and more. Outside of teaching, he's worked as a software engineer and freelance web developer.
Yoon earned his MS in Computer Science from the Georgia Institute of Technology and BS in Neurobehavioral Biology from Emory University. Yoon also holds edX AI certifications and the AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate credential.