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Colorado Mesa University Administrative Officers


JOHN MARSHALL (2007), President, BA, Colorado Mesa University; MPA, University of Colorado.

JEREMY BROWN (1998), Vice President for Information Technology; BS, Mesa State College.

ROBIN BROWN (2021), Vice President of Development / Foundation CEO; BS, Fordham University. 

CHER HENDRICKS (2022) Provost / Chief Academic Officer; PHD, University of South Carolina; MED, University of Houston; BA, Baylor University.

DAVID LUDLAM (2022), Senior Vice President of Communications; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

KENT MARSH (2022),Vice President for Capital Planning, Sustainability, & Campus Operation; BS, MBA, Colorado State University.

ROBERTO MONTOYA (2025), Senior Vice President for Student Services; PhD, University of Colorado; MA, Regis University; BA, Colorado Mesa University.  

MICHELLE QUINN (2022), Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration / Chief Financial Officer; MA, West Virginia University; BS, George Mason University.

BRIGITTE SUNDERMANN, (2001), Vice President for CMU Tech; BS, Colorado State University; MBA, University of Phoenix.

DEREK WAGNER (2009), Senior Vice President of External Relations / Chief of Staff; BA, Mesa State College.


Colorado Mesa University Professional Staff Personnel

CARRIE ACREE (2013), Sponsored Programs Post-Award Financial Specialist; MS, Tiffin University.

JOSUE ACEVEDO (2024), Upward Bound Advisor.

JOSHUA ACUNA (2024), Admissions Counselor-Denver; BA, Westmont College. 

TUCKER ADAMS (2025), Aquatics Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

RICK ADLEMAN (2001), Associate Director of Development; BBA, Mesa State College; MBA, Mesa State College.

TAMRA AGUIRRE (2019), Professional Staff Assistant - Montrose; BS, University of Colorado.

MODUPE AKINDOLIE (2025), Assistant Professor of Environment Science; PhD, Northeast Agricultural University.

AUSTIN ALBERTS (2025), Head Volleyball Coach; BS, Black Hills State University. 

TERESA ALMANZA (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

JOSEPH AMBROSINO (2025), Area Coordinator for WARM; BA, University of South Florida.

BLAKE AMIATU (2024), Assistant Coach- Men's Lacrosse. 

SOPHIA ANDERSON (2022), TRIO STEM Advisor; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JAMES ARAGON (2023), Building Services Technician.

BRIAN ARCAND (2013), Associate Director of Telecommunications and Instructional Technology; AAS, Mesa State College; BS, Colorado State University; MS, University of Colorado.

MARIA ARECHIGA (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

REX JOHN ARLEDGE (2022), Acting Asst. Football Coach; MA, University of Northern Colorado; BA, Arizona State University.

KURTIS ARMSTRONG (2011), Director of Community Education Center; BA, University of Northern Colorado; MA, University of Northern Colorado.

BROOKE ARRIETA (2021), Executive Assistant VPAA; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

GABRIELLE ARTERBURN (2020), Business Services Manager; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

JOSEPH AYRES (2019), Institutional Research Analyst; BA, MA, Wichita State University.

MILANA BAISH (2025), CMU Tech Budget Coordinator; MA, Clark University; BA, University of Texas. 

BRIAN BARELA (2018), Parking Services Field Supervisor.

JOSH BARNES (2021), Chief Flight Instructor.

MIKE BARELA (2020), Assistant Football Coach; BS, University of North Texas.

JENNIFER BARTON (2013), Prof Staff Assistant to Health Sciences; BA, Walla Walla University; MA, University of California; MLS, San Jose State University.

YASMIN BARRON SIERRA (2025), Building Coordinator for Lucero Hall; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

KEVIN BATES (2005), Property Management Coordinator; BS, Utah State University.

KATIE BENT (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

THOMAS BENTON (2015), Acting Director of the Maverick Innovation Center; BS, Colorado State University.

JONAH BERANEK (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary. 

LISA BESSETTE (2023), Curriculum & Catalog Manager; BS, Radford University.

CONSTANZA BETANCOURT (2024), Foundation Graphic Designer & Creative Projects Manager; BFA, Colorado Mesa University. 

KATLIN BIRDSALL (2016), Interim Director of Marketing & Communications; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

ROBERT BISHOP (2025), IRIS Advisor; MA, University of Wyoming; BA, University of Texas. 

AMANDA BIZER (2014), Assistant Coordinator Testing Services; AA, BS, MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

EMMYLOU BLANCO (2023), Downtown Store Manager; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MBA, University of Denver.

ANNE BLEDSOE (2004), Instruction Coordinator; BA, Lawrence University; MA, University of Wisconsin.

MERCEDES BOHTE (2018), Head Coach, Softball; BA, California State University; MA, Concordia University Irvine.

YRACEMA BOJORQUEZ (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

BRIANNA BOLCATO (2024), Transfer Credit Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

EMILY BOLLINGER  (2016), Director of Residence Life; BS, Grand Canyon University; MAED, Colorado Mesa University.

JENNIFER BONNER (2016), Associate Registrar - Records, Graduation, Transfer, and VA Education Benefits; BA, University of Oklahoma.

WHITNEY BONNER (2022), Director of Admissions; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Colorado State University.

ZOEY BORN (2025), Admissions Business Manager and Tuition Classification Officer; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

BARBARA BORST (1981), Collection Development Coordinator; BA, Sterling College; MLS, Indiana University.

LAURA BRADY (2024), Grants and Research Compliance Specialist; BA, Grinnell College; MA, SUNY University; PhD, SUNY University.

ALLEN BRADLEY (2025), Groundskeeper. 

LAURA BRADLEY (2010), Manager of Performing Arts Marketing; BA, Mesa State College.

ASHLEY BRENNER (2011), Fiscal Analyst & Special Projects Coordinator; BA, University of California-Irvine; MA, Emory University.

HAEDYN BREWER (2025), HVAC Technician- Auxiliary.

MEGAN BRICKER (2018), HR and Finance Transformation Project Manager; BS, University of Denver.

KOLE BRIDGE (2023), Lead IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

MORGAN K. BRIDGE (1995),  Associate VP of AA for Accreditation and Assessment/Professor of Business Administration; BBA, MBA, Chadron State; PhD University of Wyoming.

PATRICK BROOKS (2011), TRIO - SSS STEM Program Coordinator; BS, University of Wyoming; MA, Adams State University.

SCARLET BROWN (2018), Director of Clinical Education, Master of Physician Assistant Studies; BS, MS, Southern Illinois University.

JULIE BRUGGENTHIES (2020), IRIS Advisor; BA, St. Olaf College; ME, Whitworth College.

ROBIN BROWN (2021), Senior Vice President of Development/CEO of the Foundation; BS, Fordham University.

JON BRUNER (2012), Plumber.

ZACK BRUNER (2024), Maintenance Technician HVAC. 

JOSE BURGARA (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

SKYLER BURGESS (2024), Assistant Coach- Men's Basketball; MS, Regis University; BA, Pacific University.

GLENN BURKET (2024), Medical Director; DO, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.

SHELBY BURROUGHS PRYZGODA (2019), TRIO Upward Bound Project Director; AA, Eastern Wyoming College; BA, University of Wyoming.

ROBERT CACKLER (1998), Registrar; AA Mesa State College; BA, Mesa State College.

JEREMIAH CADMAN (2025), Manager of Retention Systems; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

PAIGE CADMAN (2023), Director of Student Support Programs; MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

LORRAINE CALL (2024), Director of Leadership Development and Training; BA, Arizona State University. 

LINDSEY CAMPBELL (2013), Executive Director of Financial Aid, Advising, and Enrollment Management; BS, Elmhurst College.

JOSE CASILLAS (2022), Systems Administrator.

DELANEY CASTRONOVO (2023), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

OLIVIA CARR (2022), Lead IRIS Advisor; BS, Utah State University; AS, Snow College.

APRIL CHANDLER (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Capella University. 

DAVID CHANG (2013), Applications Programmer; BS, Xiamen University; MS, University of Utah.

MITCHEL CHAVEZ (2020), Manager of Campus Visits; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

JEREMY CHEEZUM (2021), Career and College Advisor; BA, Mansfield University; MDiv, Reformed Theological Seminary.

MARA CHILCOTE (2014), Associate Director of Admissions Communications; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

ANNEMARIE CHIN (2025), Assistant Volleyball Coach; BS, High Point University. 

MIKE CLARK (2019), Grounds and Nursery II (Aux).

TAYLOR CLARK (2023), Processing Coordinator; BA, University of Colorado. 

MARIELA CORDOVA (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary. 

ARMANDO CORONADO (2024), Assistant Director of Residence Life Staffing and Programs; BA,MA, University of Arizona.

TRACEY CORNWELL (2024), Purchasing Specialist/Buyer; BS Glen Oaks Community College; BS, Franklin University; MBA, University of Phoenix.

ROBERT COSTIN (2024), Chemistry Lab Coordinator; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

HAILEY COUGHLIN (2025), Alumni and Career Services Event Coordinator; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

KYLE COUGHLIN (2025), Admissions Counselor; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

ROB COURTNEY (2025), Acting Athletic Director; MBA, BS, BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

ANDREW CONNOLLY (2018), The Maverick Store Manager; BS, University of Southern California.

OBDULIA CONTRERAS (2024), Custodial Team Member-Auxiliary.

JAIME COX (2022), Capital Projects Manager; MA, Syracuse University; BED, University of Colorado.

JAXON CREASEY (2025), PSA to CEC; MS, Colorado Mesa University. 

MICHELLE CROSS (2025), Veteran's Benefits Specialist, BS, University of Phoenix.

SCARLETT CROWLEY (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

STEVEN CRUSE (2019), Clinical Placement Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

AMBER D'AMBROSIO (2018), Special Collections & Archives Librarian; BA, Colorado State University; MS, University at Albany; MA, The University of Leeds.

TALLY DANIELSON (2022), UC Internal Event Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

HOLLY DAUGHERTY (2021), Assistant Director of Financial Aid Operations; BS, University of Northern Colorado.

SHANNON DAVIDSON (2021), Professional Staff Assistant, LLMC; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

BRYAN DAVIS (2008), Accounts Payable Manager; BBA, Western Michigan University.

JANEL DAVIS (2015), Assistant Registrar Curriculum and Academic Scheduling; AA, BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JAMES DAVIS (2025), IRIS Advisor; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

KILEY DAVIS (2024), Assistant Coach-Women's Lacrosse; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

MEAGAN DEGROOT (2025), Assistant Director of Student Life.

ASHLEY DELANEY (2019), Head Women's Lacrosse Coach; BA, LIU Brooklyn; MS, Colorado Mesa University. 

RENAYA DEMAREST (2025), Foundation Communications Director; MS, West Virginia University; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

GLEN DEAN (2025), Dental Hygiene Program Director.

JESSA DEARTH (2022), Professional Staff Asst. Business Department; BA, Colorado State University.

RICHARD DeGEUS (2019), Purchasing Specialist/Buyer; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

CHRISTINA DEHMEL (2024), Accounts Payable Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

MICHAEL DIEHL (2022), Public Safety Department Director; BS, Rochester Institute of Technology.

JODIE DIERS (2025), Acting CMU Tech Assistant VP of Workforce Development.

SAWYER DIETRICH (2024), Career Services Career Coaching Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

DEREK DODSON (2015), IT Technician; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

THEODORE DOWNEY III (2023), Director of Student Life; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

JEFFERY DOYLE (2006), Associate Controller; BBA, Western Michigan University.

HEMA DUMPALA (2025), Data Integrations Engineer; MS, San Jose State University; B.Tech, Acharya Nagarjuna University. 

TAMERA DUNCAN (2023), Campus Operations Manager; BA, Western Colorado University.

ELLIS DUNN (2025), Director of Creative Media. 

JAYLYN DURAN (2024), Assistant Coach-Women's Basketball; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

APRIL DURHAM (2020), Director of Educational Services; AA, Emmaus Bible College; BA, Southern New Hampshire University; MAT, University of Northern Colorado.

EMMA EARLY (2024), TRIO Program Advisor, First Generation and Support Center; BSW, Colorado State University; MSW, Colorado State University.

BRANDEN EDWARDS (2018), Rodeo Coach; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

TIA EDWARDS (2025), Assistant Coach- CMU Rodeo Team; AA, Laramie County Community College. 

LORI ELLIS (2017), Student Accounts Third-Party Coordinator; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

STEVEN EPPLER (2007), Network Administration.

THOMAS EVERSON (2016), Assistant Football Coach; BA, Whitworth College.

MORGAN FIEDLER (2024), Resident Hall Coordinator; BA, Saginaw Valley State University, University Center MI.

GYPSY FISHER (2013), Broadcast Media Specialist; BA, Emerson College, MLS, CUNY Queens College.

BRIAN FLAHERTY (2014), Head Cycling Coach; BS, Pennsylvania State University.

TRAVIS FLOECK (2024), Director of Track/Field/Cross Country; BS, Southern Oregon University. 

MANUEL FRANCIA (2023), Custodian.

BEN FRANKLIN (2021), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

KAYLA FRANKLIN (2017), Associate Director of Admissions; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

DOUGLAS FRAZIER (2013), Bookstore Dept. Manager, Inventory Control; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

BRITTANY FRIDAL (2022), Professional Staff Assistant to the Occupational Therapy Program Director; BS, Western Illinois University.

JON FRIDAL (2021), Head Men's Soccer Coach; BS, Western Illinois University.

ALOSINA FUIAVA (2024), EVS Professional Staff Assistant. 

JAMES GARCIA (2025), Assistant Director of Student Belonging and Cultural Inclusion; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

CAROLINE GALLEGOS (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

CHRISTIAN GALLEGOS (2024), Residence Hall Coordinator. 

SARA GEDDES (2024), Residence Hall Coordinator/Area Hall Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

PIPER ZIMMER-GILMAN (2025), Digital Content Coordinator; MA,BA, University of Jamestown.

ASHLEY GOLDTHWAITE (2023), Assistant Director of Advocacy and Health; MA,BS, Colorado Christian University. 

ALI GOMEZ (2024), Transfer Manager; MA, University of Denver.

MIKI GRAF (2025), Instruction and Research Librarian.

KYLE GREENWALD (2024), Assistant Wrestling Coach; BS, Clarion University. 

MIRIAM GUTIERREZ (2022), CMU Tech Assistant VP of Workforce Development; Cert, Colorado Mesa University.

ALEXIS GUERRA (2025), Multimedia Production Coordinator; BFA, Colorado Mesa University. 

STACEY HAGY (2025), PSA to the Department of Marketing and Communications; MA, Liberty University; BSA, Indiana University. 

HALEY HAHN (2024), Community Relations and Communications Manager; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

NICOLE HAISLIP (2025), Scholarship Programs Coordinator; BS, Illinois State University. 

JILLIAN HALLOCK (2025), Manager of Student Accounts and Cashiering; MA, Western Washington University; BA, Washington University.

KATELYN HANSEN (2025), UC External Event Manager; MBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

SEAN HARWELL (2021), Purchasing Specialist/Buyer; BA; M.Ed; Fairmont State University.

MEGAN HASKINS (2024), Executive Assistant to VP for Finance and Administration; BBA, Colorado Mesa University; MBA, Western Governors University. 

ROBERT HAVEL (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

BRAYDIN HENDERSON (2023), Payroll Specialist.

LEON HERNANDEZ (2024), Payroll Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

ANTHONEY HILL (2022), Assistant Football Coach - Offensive Coordinator; BS, Colorado State University.

SHELLY HURT (2022), Administative Assistant - PT Program; BA, Fort Lewis College. 

JOHN GABRIEL (2015), Assistant Director of Campus Recreation Services; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

TYLER GARCIA (2023) Procurement and Payment Services Functional Analyst; BS, Metropolitan State University. 

AMANDA GILLESPIE (2010), Payroll Manager; BAS, Mesa State College.

GARRETT GILLIAM (2021), Aux Labor, Trades, and Crafts Operation Manager. 

ANNIE GINGERICH (2010), Director of International Admissions & Programs; BA, Central College; MA, Colorado State University.

BROOKE GERAGHTY (2022), Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment; BA, Regis College.

DEMIER GOLDEN (2024), EAS Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

ROBERT GOLDTHWAITE (2025), Transportation Services Tool Room Clerk.

KRISTINA GOOD (2013), Landscape Design and Sustainability Manager; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

MICHAEL GRAHAM (2022), Aviation Program Director; MS, Brigham Young University; BS, Utah Valley University. 

BRYCE GRANT (2022), Asst. Director of TLC; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

SHANE HABERKORN (2019), Assistant Aquatics Coordinator.

CHRIS HANKS (1993), Head Baseball Coach; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

MADISON HATHAWAY (2025), IRIS Advisor; MEd, Western Colorado University; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

CARIANNE HATCH (2018), CMU Tech Director of Student Services; BS, Seton Hall University; MA, University of Phoenix.

ROBERT HAVEL (2022), Custodian Team Member.

BRONSON HENRIQUES (2016), Videographer and Media Asset Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

CASELYN HENRIQUES (2022), Benefit Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

SUSANA HERNANDEZ (2021), Custodial Team Member.

KEVIN HILKEN (2016), Instructional Technology AV Specialist/Crestron Programmer; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

WILLIE HINOJOSA (2021), Assistant Softball Coach; BA, Colorado Mesa University; AA, Hartnell College; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

ANNE HOKENSTAD (2022), Professional Administrative Coordinator - PPS; BS, University of Wyoming.

NICOLE HOLTON (2013), Admissions Counselor - Processing; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

WILLIAM HUGHES (2025), Associate Head Coach/CO-Defensive Coordinator; BS, Middle Tennessee State University; MS, Middle Tennessee State University. 

LIZ HOWELL (2012), Director of Board Relations & Special Projects; AAS, Colorado Mesa University; BAS, University of Wyoming; MA, Colorado Mesa University.

SAMANTHA HUDDLESTON (2022), Assistant Director of Educational Access Services; BS, Colorado State University-Pueblo.

JACQUELINE HUDSON (2023), Clinical Education Database Manager; AA, Ferris State University; BS, Northern Michigan University.

LISA HUGHES (2016), Acquisitions Librarian; AA, Kirtland Community College, BA, Grand Valley State University; MLS, Emporia State University.

MICHAEL HUGHES (2009), Director of Campus Recreation Services; BA, MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

DAVID JAHNKE (2008), Assistant Athletic Director - Communications.

CHENOA JENKEL (2025), Director of Annual Giving; BA, University of Northern Colorado. 

BREE JOHNSON (2025), Manager of Financial Aid Systems- Operations; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

WILLIAM JOHNSON (2025), Athletic Grounds Maintenance Worker I.

CAITLIN JONES (2023), Custodial Team Member.

ANDREA KECK (2008), Digital Communications Manager; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

COLIN KEEFE (2019), Instructional Technology AV Specialist; BS, University of Colorado. 

ADAM KEEN (2023), CMU Tech and Adult Student Admissions Counselor; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

REESE KEGANS (2014), Assistant Director of Athletics/Director of Club Sports; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MA, Concordia University.

ISRA KHAN (2025), Residence Hall Area Coordinator; BS, University of Arizona.

PATTY KEMPKEN (2021), Teacher Education Program Support Coordinator; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

BRANDON KENDALL (2021), Financial Aid Processor and Loan Coordinator; AAS, BS, Colorado Mesa University.

NICHOLAS KING (2023), Interim Coordinator of Outdoor Program, MAED, Colorado Mesa University.

KENNEDY KINKADE (2023), Groundskeeper 2 - AUX; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

ROBERT KINSON ( 2009), Construction Project Manager; AAS, Colorado Mesa University.

ANNE-MARIE KLEIN (2025), IRIS Advisor; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

ALEC KNIGHT (2017), Coordinator of International Student Admissions & Programs; BA, Grinnell College; MEduc, Iowa State University.

MILES KOCHEVAR (2022), Head Football Coach.

DEREK KOHLS (2024), Custodian Team Member.

DAKOTA KOLYER (2024), Contract and Risk Manager; BA, Rutgers University.

WESLEY KOSEL (2022), Associate Director of IRIS; ME, University of Houston; BS, University of Kansas.

JACK KORTZ (2024), CDL Fleet Manager and Trainer.

JAYDE KRAUTH (2021),OSP & Academic Research Director, MSB, University of Mary.

ROSE KRETSCHMAN (2021), TRIO - SSS Program Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

SARAH KRIEGHOFF (2024), Pre-Award Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

GRACE KRISTOFF (2025), Assistant Women's Wrestling Coach; MBA, Southern Oregon University; BS, Mckendree University. 

TAMARA KRIZMAN (2020), Process Improvement Director; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

SUGESH KORANKI RAMESH KUMAR (2025), Full-Stack Web Designer; MSCE, Cleveland State University; BEng, Anna University. 

CHRISTOPHER KUBICK (2025), Technical Instructor of Diesel Technology.

KELSON KUPUKAA (2023), Custodial Services.

KAYLA KURETICH (2025), Professional Staff Assistant to the Director of Instruction; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

KALEY KUTCHER (2023), Acting Director of Campus Hospitality; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

WILLIAM LaDUKE (2024), IT Technician - Auxiliary; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

CAROLYN LARSEN (2023), Bookstore Department Manager - Course Material; MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JEFF LARSON (2024), AV Media Specialist.

JULIE LaVENTURE (2021), PSA to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering; AA, Shoreline Community College. 

EMMA LEENERMAN (2017), Executive Assistant to the President and Director of Board Relations; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

RILEY LEIMBACH (2024), Athletic Compliance Administrator; BA, Fort Lewis College.  

MACKENZIE LEWIS (2018), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Colorado Mesa University.

KATE LIMA (2021), Graduation Manager & Credit Evaluator; BA, The University of Montana.

JODY LINGAFELDT (2024), Head Coach- Women's Soccer; BA, Sonoma State University; MA, Concordia University.

NEIL LINHART (2024), Acting Assistant Coach- Football Defensive Line; M.S., University of Illinois; BS, Millikin University. 

JUSTIN LITTLE (2017), Associate Director of Retention Systems; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

BEVERLY LOPEZ (2025), Assistant Director of Recruitment; MATM, Colorado State University; BS, Texas State University. 

KRISTAL LUNA (2025), Assistant Coach-Women's Soccer; BS, Sonoma State University. 

QUINCI LUSBY (2024), Academic Affairs Faculty Generalist/Recruiter; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

DANIEL MACDONALD (2005), Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach; BBA, Mesa State College.

ANIJ MAGIL (2025), Professional Staff Assistant to Academic Affairs; BA, Amherst College. 

CARLEY MAHER, (2018), Foundation Scholarship Director; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

CAITLIN MAHON (2025), Visiting Instructor of Dance; MFA,BS, State University of New York.

ISABEL MANZANARES (2022), Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Student Services; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

NIC MARASCHIN (2019), Instructional Technology AV Specialist; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

MICHAEL MARTINEZ (2025), Director of Employee Relations and Compliance; MS, Southern New Hampshire University; BBA, Mesa State College. 

REBECCA MARVIN (2023), Benefits Specialist; BS, Ohio University. 

JENNIFER MATHE (2022), Head Coach M/W Triathlon/Assistant Coach Swimming; MS, California State University; BS, University of California.

JOSHUA MATHE (2025), Acting Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President of Development/CEO of Foundation.

DAVID McCAIN (2019), Parking Services Specialist.

JACOB McDANIEL (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, George Fox University. 

TODD McDANIEL (2022), Instructional Designer; MA, University of Northern Colorado; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

SEAN McKINNEY (2008), Associate Head Baseball Coach; BA, Mesa State College; MS, University of Wyoming.

KIMBERLY MEDINA (2021), Acting Assistant VP of Enrollment Management; AAS, BA, Colorado Mesa University; MA, University of Phoenix.

HANNAH MEEKS (2024), Assistant Track and Field Coach; MPA & BA, University of Colorado.  

MICHAEL MEENS (2007), Director of Computing and Network Systems; BS, Mesa State College.

BREANNE MEIER (2005), Director of Campus Procurement; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

EMERSON MEINHART (2017), Research Services Coordinator; BS, University of Colorado; MLS, University of Denver.

ALICIA MELLOR (2021), Lead Advisor (IRIS); BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, University of Las Vegas. 

JONATHAN MELLOR (2021), System Administrator; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

MUIZ MEMUD (2025), Institutional Research Analyst; BS, Federal University of Technology; MS, East Tennessee State University; MS Istanbul Okan University. 

MICHAEL MENDOZA (2019), Head Men's Wrestling Coach; BA, California State University; MA, Adams State College.

FRANCISCO MERAZ (2024), Custodial Team Member. 

MARIANNE S. MERCADO (2006), Processing Coordinator; BFA, University of Colorado.

TRAVIS MERCADO (2018), Women's Wrestling Head Coach; BS, MS, California State University.

STEVEN METHENY (2021), Director of the Montrose Center; BS, New Mexico State University; ME, University of Colorado.

BETHANY MEYER (2015), Assistant Director of Career Services; MBA, Colorado Mesa University; BEnvd, University of Colorado.

NOAH MILLER (2020), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

MATTHEW MONGER (2023), Grounds and Nursery.

BRENDA MOORE (2024), CPO/AVP for HR and Culture; MA, BA, University of Colorado. 

KATHLEEN MOUTRAY (2025), Athletics Transportation Manager. 

TROY MOYER (2019), Head Coach - Men's Lacrosse; BS, Sacred Heart University. MS, Colorado Mesa University. 

MATHIAS MULUMBA (2025), Engagement and Success Specialist; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

SHANAE MUNDEE (2019), Assistant Athletic Director of Operations; AS, Utah Valley; BS, The University of Utah; MS, Grand Canyon University. 

STEPHEN MUNDEE (2018), Associate Athletic Director & Director of Sports Medicine; BS, The University of Utah; MS, Adams State University.

SHAUNA NAGY (2017), Laboratory Technician-Clinical Education Center (CEC) Simulation; Secretarial Science, Western Colorado School of Business.

KARLA NEPHEW (2015), Assistant Director of Testing Services; BS, University of Wisconsin - Madison.

CLINT NEWTON (2022), Parking Services/Assistant Conduct Officer.

ERIN NIX (2012), Director of Educational Testing; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MA, Adams State University.

ANGELINE NORMAN (2025), Professional Assistant to the Department of IT; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

KELLY O'CONNELL (2006), Senior Research Analyst; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

JESSE ORTIZ (2017), Telecommunications Systems Administrator.

MADISON OSTROWSKI (2024), Residence Hall Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

JENNIFER PACHECO (2017),Director of Distance and Online Education;  BA, Colorado Mesa University,  MS, Walden University.

ABIGAIL PALMER (2025), IRIS Advisor- Department Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

ANDREW PARRO (2021), Assistant Swim Coach; BA, Arizona State University.

STEPHANIE PARSONS (2013), Senior Admissions Counselor; BS, California Lutheran University.

LEVI VAN PELT (2025), IRIS Advisor-Department Specialist; BA, University of Colorado Boulder. 

ERIN PEREZ (2022), Manager of Transfer Services; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

JOHN PERESTA (2022), Veteran's Benefits and Services Coordinator; BBA, Cleveland State University.

RENAE PHILLIPS (2008), Prof Staff Assistant to Health Sciences; BS, Mesa State College; MS, Western Illinois University.

MARVIN DI PILATO (2024), Assistant Public Safety Department Director. 

CARSON PIPHER (2025), Manager of Wellness and Fitness Programs; M.Ed & BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

JEFF PIPER (2013), Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Services; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

TAMMY PIPER (2023), Scholarship Cohort Coordinator; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

ZACHARY PLATT (2023), Financial and Data Analyst; BS, Indiana University.

MADISON PLANK (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

HANNAH POLLART (2016), Assistant Women's Basketball Coach; BA, MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

KATHRYN PORTER (2025), Professional Staff Assistant to the Physician Assistant Program Director; BBA, Colorado State University. 

MADELINE PRICE (2022), Assistant Director of Clinical Education Bechtel Physician Assistant Program; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JENNIFER PUDLEWSKI (2023), Foundation Accounting Associate and Campus Stewardship; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

SHANNON PUMPHREY (1996), Purchasing Specialist; AAS, BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

EDUARDO QUINONES (2025), Custodial Team Member. 

SYLVIA RAEL (2006), Library Director; BA, Washington State University; MLIS, Louisiana State University.

LUIS RAMIREZ (2024), Electrician. 

WILLIAM RAIMER (2022), Controller; BS, Colorado State University; MBA, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

WYATT RAIMER (2024), Registrar Functional Analyst; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

TANYA RAMIREZ (2025), Professional Staff Assistant to the Center for Academic Support; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

OSCAR RAMIREZ HERNANDEZ (2023), Associate Director of Athletics; MA, Buena Vista University; BA, Augustana University.

TINARIVO RANIVOMBOAHANGY (2022), Professional Staff Assistant - Math & Stats; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JAMES REED (2015), Associate Director of Admissions Operations; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

TIM REETZ (2018), Associate Head Track & Field/Cross Country Coach; BA, Adams State College.

EMILIA REEVES (2025), Admissions Counselor; AS, Northeastern Junior College. 

KELLY REUSS (2015), Director of Instruction; BS, University of Phoenix; MA, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.

CARISA RHINESS (2025), IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

AMBER RUMMEL (2023), Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

MICHAEL RUPE (2025), Auxiliary Services Laborer.

ADAM RODRIGUEZ (2023), Applications Programmer.

ANDREA ROCHA (2025), Admissions Counselor; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

TYLER ROEBUCK (2024), Acting Manager for Housing Operations and Strategic Initiatives; BA, New Mexico State University; MS, Colorado Mesa University. 

RYAN WEAKLEY (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

ELISABETH WINSLOW (2024), Trio Upward Bound Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

HENRY RITCHIE (2020), Director of University Center Operations; BA, MA, Regis University.

SPENCER ROCKWELL (2023), Budget Director; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MPP, University of Denver.

BRYAN ROOKS (1997), Senior Athletic Development Director; BS, Mesa State College.

ERIN ROOKS (2001), Special Projects Coordinator; BBA, Mesa State College.

PATRIC ROSTEL (2013), Assistant Cycling Coach; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

SEAN RUBALCABA (2024), Executive Director of Alumni Engagement and Career Services; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

JOSHUA RUSSELL (2017), Lead IRIS Advisor; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

BRENDAN RYAN (2015), Assistant Director of the Career Center; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

MARK RYAN (2018), Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning; MS, Concordia University.

ANNA SALAZAR (2023), IRIS Advisor; BS, Grand Canyon University.

DANIEL SALAZAR (2025), IRIS Advisor; MEd, University of Missouri; BA, Metropolitan State University of Denver. 

HORACIO SALAZAR (2025), Life Safety and Access Control Manager.

HARUMY TORRES-SALGADO (2025), Apprenticeship Specialist. 

EMILY SAMS (2013), Development Associate; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

ZACHARY SARGENT (2022), HR Recruiter; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

KORI SATTERFIELD (2023), Head Coach - Woman's Golf; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

KATHRYN SCHIELE (2025), Accounting Systems and Collections Coordinator; BA, University of Denver. 

TRICIA SCHILLIG (2019), Grad Admissions Coordinator for KINE/PA/PT/OT.

ALEXANDER SCHULTZ (2023), Manager of Financial Aid Systems- Scholarships;BS, University of Wyoming.

TARA SCHULTZ (2018), Director of People Operations; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

TAYLOR SCHULTZ (2017), Foundation Financial Director; BBA, MBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JEFFERY SCHUSTER (2025), TRIO Program Academic Advisor, First-Gen+Support Center; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

LOGAN SCHUSTER (2025), Admissions Counselor; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

ELIZJAH SCOTT (2025), Assistant Coach- Men's Basketball; MA, BA, Loyola Marymount University.

JESSE SCOTT (2013), Mental Health Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

NOLAN SCOTT (2021), Assistant Director of Residence Life; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

RICHARD SCOTT (2019), Instruction & Research Librarian; MLS, University of Kentucky.

ERIC SEIBERT (2021), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

TRACIE SEURER (2020), Electronic Resources Coordinator; BA, University of California, San Diego; MA, University of South Florida. 

BRADEN SHAFER (2025), Veterinary Technology Program Director; DVM, BS, Colorado State University. 

MELISSA SHAMMO (2018), WCCC Integrated Student Services Specialist; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

CY SHIMAMURA (2023), Residence Hall Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

JAY SHUMAN (2024), Assistant Track & Field Coach; BS, MS, Colorado Mesa University. 

ALEXANDER SICA (2024), Outdoor Program Coordinator;BA, University of Massachusetts Amherst.

QUE SEMIEN (2025), Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and Administration.

KAREN SIGHTLER (2025), Coordinator of Apprenticeship Programs; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

MAYGEN SIMM (2025), Coordinator of Degree Audit Systems and Curriculum; MA, MEd, BS Utah State University. 

CHRISTINA SIMMONS (2025), Lead IRIS Advisor; BA, Metropolitan State College; MAEd.; University of Phoenix. 

GABRIEL SIMON (2023), Manager of Operations of Student Life; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

MICHAEL SISCO (2021), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

ERIC SISNEROS (2014), Applications Administrator; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

DAVID SKAFF (2012), Acting Head Coach, Beach Volleyball; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

STEPHEN SKALLA (2025), Custodial Team Member. 

AMBER SKILLICORN (2022), Professional Staff Assistant to VPSS; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

BILL SLAUGHTER (2014), HVAC Technician.

RYAN SLONE (2021), Manager of Communication Res Life; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

ALEXANDER SMITH (2019), FIRS Laboratory Manager; BA, Portland State University.

CARL SMITH (2025), Head of Access Services and Marketing; MA, University of Arizona; BA, Fort Lewis College. 

DAVID SMITH (2013), Asst. Coach M/W Tennis; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

LISA SMITH (2015), Lead Graphic Designer; BA, Ft. Lewis College.

THEODORE SMITH (2022), Assistant Athletic Director for Creative Services; MBA, BA, Albany State University.

DARA STARR (2023), Respiratory Therapy Program Director/Instructor; BA, University of Phoenix; MS, Grand Canyon University.

JOHN STEWART (2013), Associate Director of Financial Aid Operations; BA, Flagler College.

EMILIE STICKELY (2025), Manager of IRIS Communications; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

BRIANNA STRONG (2020), Assistant Volleyball/Sand Volleyball Coach; BA, University of Northern Colorado.

LEVI SUIAUNOA (2022), Assistant Football Coach; BGS, University of Nevada, Reno. 

SCOTT SULLIVAN (2018), Head Men's Golf Coach; BS, San Diego State University.

ROBERT TABUCHI (2023), Donor Development Research Director; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

GIOVANY TARANGO (2025), IRIS Advisor, BA, Regis University. 

EMMA TAYLOR (2025), Assistant Coordinator of The Outdoor Program; BS, University of Utah. 

HOLLY TEAL (1997), Director of Institutional Research and Decision Support; BS, Mesa State College; MS, Regis University.

CURRIE THOMASON (2023), Coordinator for Athletics Facilities & Events.

ERIC TOLLE (2022), Electronic Specialist.

ZOEY TOMLINSON (2025), IRIS Advisor, BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

MELISSA TOLSON (2018), Asst. Director of Admissions Events & Orientation; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JOSHUA TOWNLEY (2022), Financial Aid Student Employment & Student Cohort Coordinator; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

MICHELLE TOY (2024), Utility Accounting Technician.

KAREN TUCKER (2016), Admissions Counselor - Processing; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JACINTHA TURNER (2024), Art and Design Technician/ Health and Safety Officer; BFA, Colorado Mesa University. 

DEJAN URBANEK (2025), Assistant Aquatics Coordinator/Head Club Coach; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

TAYLOR ULRICH (2023), Assistant Strength & Conditioning Coach; ME, University of Minnesota; BS, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. 

DILLION VENTOLA (2025), CEC Program Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

CRISTINA VERDUSCO (2023), Custodial Services.

MADISON VICKERS (2024), Budget Services Coordinator; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

MARK VIG (2022), Assistant Baseball Coach; MS, Regis University; BA, University of Sioux Falls.

JACKIE VLCEK (2019), IRIS Advisor; BS, University of Nebraska.

ERIC WABEL (2024), Auxiliary Services Laborer II; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

EMILLIE WAGNER (2024), Executive Assistant to VP of Tech Ed and Workforce Development.

TAYLOR WAGNER (2012), Head Women's Basketball Coach; AA, Otero Junior College; BA, University of Alaska Anchorage.

ALISA WALKER (2022), Manager of Admissions Ambassador and Student Experience; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

ANDREW WALTERS (2022), Marketing Communications Generalist; MA, Colorado Mesa University; BA, Earlham College.

ANNA LEE WALKER (2016), Director of Advocacy and Health; BS, University of Northern Colorado; MA, Adams State College.

JAMES WALKER (2006), Head of Technical Services; BMus, MS, Loma Linda University; MS, University of Southern California.

JILLEEANN WARINNER (2023), Carreer and College Advisor; BS, Brigham Young University; AS, Utah Valley University.

THOMAS WATSON (2002), Associate Director of Computer Support Services; BS, US Coast Guard Academy.

NICHOLAS WEBSTER (2024), Learning Management System Administrator; BA, University of Hawaii.

ALAINNA WELTY (2025), Performing Arts Enrollment Manager & Box Office Coordinator; BA, Albright College. 

KATE WENDER (2019), PA Clinical Coordinator.

MICHAEL WENDER (2019), Head Swimming/Assistant Triathlon Coach; BS, The University of Vermont; MA, California State University.

JASON WEST (2017), Senior Systems Administrator; BS, Westwood College; MS, Western Governors University.

DAVE WEATHERALD (2025), Aviation Technology-Fixed Wing Program Assistant Chief Instructor.

ALISSA WHISMAN (2018), Assistant Registrar Registration and Records; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

AMBER WHISMAN (2024), Marketing Communication Generalist; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

TRACE WHITE (2025), Assistant Athletic Director for Ticket Sales & Operations; BS, Mississippi State University; MSA, University of West Florida. 

JESSICA WILMOTH (2022), TRIO-SSS Engagement Specialist; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

RYAN WHITTINGTON (2025), Acting Assistant Football Coach-Offense;BA, Colorado Mesa University; MA, Fort Hays State University. 

TRACI WIKRE (2022), Registrar Specialist; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

TREVOR WIKRE (2022), Acting Assistant Football Coach; BA, Colorado Mesa University; M.Ed, Colorado State University.  

CHRIS WILCOX (2009), Student Services Coordinator, Montrose Campus; BS, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University; MS, Troy University.

BRENNA WILKERSON (2016), Director of Integrated Services and Advising; BA, Auburn University; MA, University of Nevada.

BENJAMIN WILLIAMS (2025), Executive Director of the Davis School of Business; BA, Drury University; MBA, University of Missouri; JD, University of Connecticut. 

BRITTANY WILLIAMS (2023), IT Technician - Auxiliary; AA, Central Texas College; AA, Colorado Mesa University.

CASSANDRA WILLIAMS (2023), Human Resources Generalist; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

ROBERT WILSON (2010), Engineering Machinist/Laboratory Technician; BS, Mesa State College.

DAVID WING (2003), Senior Applications Programmer; BS, Mesa State College.

ANDREW WOLF (2022), Custodian Team Member-Auxiliary.

ALLAN WORLEY (2025), Director of Information Systems. 

IRAH WOOTEN (2025), Assistant Coordinator of the Outdoor Program; BS, Western Colorado University. 

BRIAR WREN (2025), Crisis Clinician; MA, Southwestern College; BS, Santa Clara University. 

WILLIAM WU (2023), Administrative and Metadata Librarian; BA, Reed College; MLIS, University of Washington. 

ALEX ZAPPE (2025), Director of Campus Safety and Conduct; BA, Brigham Young University, MA University of Denver.

SPENCER ZAPPE (2025), Auxiliary Services Laborer II. 

SARADAUN ZIMMERMAN (2024), Custodial Team Member. 

 

Colorado Mesa University Academic Department Heads


ART AND DESIGN -  Eric Elliott
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES - Margot Becktell
DAVIS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS - Suzanne Owens-Ott
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING - Scott Bevill
HEALTH SCIENCES - Lucy Graham
KINESIOLOGY - Jeremy Brown
LANGUAGES, LITERATURE, AND MASS COMMUNICATION - Tiffany Kinney
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS - Lisa Driskell
MUSIC - Darin Kamstra
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES - James Ayers
SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES - Erika Jackson
TEACHER EDUCATION - Nick Bardo
THEATRE ARTS - Mo LaMee

 


Colorado Mesa University Faculty

WILLIAM AIKENS (2016), Instructor of Music; BM, Duquesne University; MM, University of Cincinnati; DMA, Arizona State University.

LISA AIKEN-ALLEN (2024), Instructor of American Sign Language; BS, Gallaudet University.  

OXANA ALLEN (2024), Visiting Instructor of Applied Mathematics. 

SHELLY ALMROTH (2021), Instructor of Nursing; AAS, Owens Community College; BS, Regis University; MSN, Western Governors University.

BRENT ALUMBAUGH (2010), Instructor of Kinesiology; BA, Mesa State College; MS, University of New Mexico.

MOHAMMED ALYAMI (2023), Assistant Professor of CIS.

TYLER ANDERSON (2006), Professor of Spanish; AA, Ricks College; BA, MA, Brigham Young University; PhD, Pennsylvania State University.

JASON ANDREWS (2017), Assistant Professor of Speech; BFA, St. Andrews Presbyterian College; MA, University of Florida; Ph.D, Penn State.

ANDREW ARMSTRONG (2023), Technical Instructor of Construction Trades.

KATHI ARBOGAST (2024), Nura Clinical Coordinator; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

APRIL ARNHOLD (2022), Assistant Clinical Professor of Nursing; MS,BSN Western Governors University; AAS, Colorado Mesa University.

ANDRES ASLAN (1999), Professor of Geology; BS, Brown University; MS, PhD, University of Colorado.

WADE AUBIN (2024), Assistant Professor of Geosciences; MS, Washington State University; BS, Humboldt State University. 

JAMES AYERS (2007), Associate Professor of Physical Sciences - Chemistry and Department Head of PES; BS, University of Texas; PhD, Stanford University.

NATE BACHMAN (2021), Assistant Professor of Kinesiology - Exercise Science; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Colorado State University.

CHRISTIANE BAIGENT (2024), Director Designate FIRS/Asst Professor of Anthropology; MSC, University College Lodon; BA, Metropolitan State University. 

DIANA BAILEY (2010), Associate Professor of Nursing; ASN, Mesa State College; BSN, Mesa State College; MSN, Walden University.

ABDULAH BAJABA (2022), Assistant Professor of Management; DBA, Louisiana Tech University, MBA, Louisiana Tech University; BA, Boston University.

GREGORY BAKER (2019), Associate Professor of Geology; BS, MS, Lehigh University; PhD, The University of Kansas.

JEFFERSON BAKER (2024), Visiting Instructor of History; MA, Southern New Hampshire University; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

REGINA BAKER (2024), Technical Instructor of Medical Office Assisting; AAS, Kaplan University. 

VALERIA BALOGH (2022), Instructor of Psychology; PhD, MS, Walden University.

DENA BANTA CORONA (2020), Assistant Clinical Professor of Nursing; BSN, Colorado Mesa University; MSN, Walden University.

NICHOLAS BARDO (2018), Assistant Professor of Teacher Education; BA, Brown University; MA, Bowling Green State University; PhD, University of South Florida.

ANDREA BARNARD (2013), Instructor of Mathematics/Statistics; BS, Brigham Young University; MEd, University of Texas, Arlington.

RAM BASNET (2013), Associate Professor of Computer Science; BS Colorado Mesa University; MS, PhD, New Mexico Institute of Mining & Technology.

CECILIA BATTAUZ (2022), Assistant Professor of Spanish; PhD, University of Maryland.

ADAM BAVIER (2022), Instructor of  Outdoor Recreation Industry Studies; MS, Montana State University; BS, Rutgers University.

MARGOT BECKTELL (2005), Associate Professor of Biological Sciences; BS, Mesa State College; PhD, Cornell University.

KATE BELKNAP (2011), Director of Center for Teaching and Learning/Instructor of English; BA, University of the South; MA, University of Dallas.

JESSE BENN (2025), Instructor of Mass Communication; PhD, University of Wisconsin; MA, University of Colorado; BA, Colorado State University. 

JASON BENNETT (2023), Instructor of Atheltic Training; BPE, MPE, California State University; DPE, Middle Tennessee State University.

JEREMY BERGEN (2009), Assistant Professor of Computer Science; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Georgia Institute of Technology.

KELLY BEVILL (2011), Associate Professor of Civil Engineering; BS, University of Colorado; MS, Cornell University.

SCOTT BEVILL (2010), Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering; BS, University of Denver; MS, Stanford University; PhD, Stanford University.

BLAKE BICKHAM (2007), Professor of Teacher Education; BA, MA, Texas A & M University; EdD, University of Houston.

CATHERINE BONAN-HAMADA (1996), Professor of Mathematics; BS, MS, Colorado State University; PhD, University of Colorado.

EDWARD BONAN-HAMADA (1997), Associate Professor of Mathematics; BA, University of Rochester; MA, University of Hawaii; PhD, University of Colorado.

PHILIP BOTTONE (2023), AS, Mount Wachusett Community College; AS, Springfield Technical Community College; BS, Northeastern University; MPH, Bouve College of Health and Science.

TIFFANY BRAAFLADT (2022), MA, West Texas A&M University.

JAMES BRADY (2025), Instructor of Composition; MFA, MA, Butler University; BA, Allegheny College. 

SHANNON BRANFIELD (2024), Visiting Assistant Professor of English;PhD, University of Kentucky; MA, Utah State University; BA, Eastern Washington University. 

ELIZABETH BRANSCUM (2016), Technical Instructor of Culinary Arts; BS, University of Central Missouri.

BONNIE BUTLER (2011), Instructor of English; BA, Fort Lewis College; MA, Colorado State University.

JOSHUA BUTLER (2004), Professor of Art; BFA, Colorado State University; MFA, Colorado State University.

CHRIS CALVER (2021), Technical Instructor of Manufacturing Technology.

WILLIAM CAMPBELL (2013), Technical Instructor of Welding; BS Utah Valley University.

CHRISTOPHER CARCIA (2021), Associate Professor  of Physical Therapy/Program Director; BS, Beaver College; MS, MGH Institute of Health Professions; PhD, University of Virginia. 

TARA CARLEO (2022), Instructor of Communication Studies; MA, BA University of Northern Colorado.

BROOKE CARLSON (2021), Instructor of English; BA, Bowdoin College; MA, PhD, University of Southern California.

MICHAEL CARLTON (2012), Assistant Technical Professor of Manufacturing Technology - Machining; AA, Mesa Community College.

MICHAEL CARSTEN (2010), Technical Instructor-Transportation Services.

TIM CASEY (1997), Professor of Political Science; BS, Northern Arizona University; MA, University of San Francisco; PhD, Arizona State University.

KARL CASTLETON (2014), Associate Professor of Computer Science; AAS, BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Washington State University.

SHIANG-LIH CHEN-McCAIN (2018), Associate Professor of Marketing; BBA, Providence University; MS, PhD, University of Nevada Las Vegas.

CYNTHIA CHOVICH (2007), Professor of Education; BS, Cal State San Marcos; MA, Grand Canyon University; EdD, Walden University.

RHONDA CLARIDGE (1999), Instructor of English; BA, New York University; MA, University of Colorado.

KELLY COFFIN (2009), Instructor of Nursing; AS, Washburn University; BS, Washburn University; MS, Walden University.

DAVID COLLINS (2007), Professor of Physics; BS, Rhodes University; PhD, University of Texas at Austin.

MELISSA CONNOR (2012), Professor of Forensic Anthropology and Director of Forensic Anthropological Research Center; BA, MA, University of Wisconsin; PhD, University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

PATRICE CONNORS (2019), Assistant Professor of Biology-Zoologist; BS, Ithaca College; PhD, The University of Utah.

JILL CORDOVA (1992), Professor of Kinesiology; BA, MA, Humboldt State University; PhD, University of New Mexico.

EVAN CURTIS (2019), Assistant Professor of Art; BFA, Purchase College; MFA, Savannah College.

TRACY CYR (2017), Instructor of Biology; BS, University of California - Riverside; MS, Washington State University; PhD, University of Missouri - Columbia.

SHARAYA COWAN (2022), Instructor of Sport Management; MS, BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

LAURENA DAVIS (2022), Instructor of Composition; PhD, Texas Tech University; MS, Northern Arizona University; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

MATTHEW D'AMICO (2025), Assistant Professor of Mathematics; PhD, University of New Hampshire; BS, Roger Williams University. 

TIMOTHY D'ANDREA (2008), Professor of Chemistry; BS, Ursinus College; PhD, University of Colorado.

PETER DECOURSEY (2025), Technical Instructor of Electrical Construction Program; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

TEVFIK DEMIRCIFTCI (2022), Assistant Professor of Hospitality Management; PhD, University of Nevada Las Vegas and Istanbul University; MS, University of Delaware; BS, Bilkent University.

SEAN DEVEAU (2022), Instructor of Nursing; AS, Laramie County Community College; BS, MS Western Governors University, JD, University of Wyoming.

KATHLEEN DIEHL (2021), Assistant Professor of Dance; BA, State University of New York; MFA, The College at Brockport; MS, Case Western Reserve University.

ERIN DONOVAN (2018), Assistant Professor of Nursing/Director of Nursing Education Programs; ASN, BSN, MSN, EdD, College of St. Mary.

DANIELLE DOMINGUEZ (2022), Instructor of Nursing-Simulation; MS, Regis University; BS, Denver College of Nursing, AS, College of the Siskiyous.

KATIE DREILING (2011), Associate Professor of Criminal Justice; BA, St. Cloud State University; MS, St Cloud State University; PhD, South Dakota State University.

LISA DRISKELL (2010), Associate Professor of Mathematics; BS, Central Michigan University; PhD, Purdue University.

CASEY DRY (2017), Technical Instructor of Manufacturing Technology; AAS, Colorado Mesa University.

LYNN DUNCAN (2011), Assistant Professor of Nursing and Coordinator of Clinical Education Center; BSN, South Dakota State University; MSN, Colorado Mesa University.

MEGAN DUNEGAN (2019), Surgical Technology Program Director/Instructor; AAS, Austin Community College.

JUDE EDEIGBA (2023), Assistant Professor of Accounting; BS, Universite des Sciences Appliquée et Management; MBA, University of Selangor; PhD, Lincoln University.

ASHLEY ECKLUND (2025), Instructor of Composition; PhD,MA, University of Oregon; MA, BA, California State University. 

JACOB EIKENBERRY (2023), Assistant Professor/ Master Social Work; AA, Heartland Community College; BA, University of Illinois-Springfield; MSW, Washington University in St. Louis.

RACHEL EISFELDER (2024), Assistant Professor/Academic Fieldwork Coordinator in Occupational Therapy; MA, St. Ambrose University- Iowa.

ERIC ELLIOTT (2015), Associate Professor of Art; BA, University of California - Berkeley; MFA, University of Washington - Seattle.

KRISTY EMERSON (2019), Instructor of Nursing; BSN, Colorado Mesa University; MPH, University of Northern Colorado.

MEGAN ENGLUND (2013), Instructor of Business; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

KATHY FARRELL (2019), Instructor of Math; BS, MS, Florida Atlantic University; MS, University of Florida.

CATHY FELLER (2011), Associate Professor of Nursing; BA, Brandeis University; BSN, University of Maine; MSN, Walden University.

CASSANDRA FENTON (2016), Assistant Professor of Geology; BA, University of Rochester; MS, University of Salzburg; MS, PhD, University of Utah.

HAZEL FERGUSON (2022), Assistant Professor of Nursing; MS, The University of Texas at Tyler; BS, The University of Texas at Arlington; AAS, Trinity Valley Community College.

CAROLYN FERREIRA-LILLO (2009), Assistant Technical Professor of Process Control Technology; AAS, Queensborough Community College; BS, City College of New York; MS, State University of New York at Stony Brook.

SETH FERRIS (2023), Assistant Professor of Art and Design; MA, University of San Diego.

ELIZABETH FILLION (2025), Assistant Professor of Biology; PhD, MPhil, New York University; BA, Northwestern University. 

MARC FISCHER (2011), Instructor of Math; BS, Mesa State College; MS, Ruhr Universitat Bochum.

SEAN FLANIGAN (2006), Associate Professor of Music; BS, University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign; MM, University of Illinois at Urbana/Champaign; DMA, University of North Texas-Denton.

GLENN C. FOSSETT (2004), Assistant Professor of Accounting; BA, University of Missouri at Kansas City; MBA, Western State College.

MARGARET VIGIL-FOWLER (2025), Visiting Instructor of History; PhD, University of California; MA, Boston University; BA, University of Denver. 

JENNIFER FORTUNA (2022) Assistant Professor of MS in Occupational Therapy; PhD, Western Michigan University.

KYLE FRANCIS (2025), Respiratory Therapy Director of Clinical Education/Instructor; MS,BS, Texas State University.

BAILEY FRASER (2025), Assistant Professor/Assistant Clinical Professor of Mental Health; BSN, Colorado Mesa University; MSN, University of Colorado Springs.

BRIAN FRASER (2023), Instructor of Finance; MA, University of Denver; BA, Mesa State College. 

KEITH FRITZ (1997), Professor of Kinesiology; BS, Oregon State University; MS, PhD, University of New Mexico.

FIDEL GARCIA (2022), Technical Instructor - Paramedic; AGS, Colorado Northwestern Community College.

ROSA GARDNER (2024), Assistant Professor for the Master of Physician Assistant Study Program; BA, Whitman College; MPAS, Rockey Mountain College. 

TERESA (SUZIE) GARNER (1995), Professor of Graphic Arts and Department Head of Art; BFA, MA, Stephen F. Austin State University; MFA, West Texas A & M.

TURNER GARRISON (2023), Visiting Instructor of Physics; MS, University of Louisville; BS, Ball State University. 

ALICIA GEARY (2019), Instructor of Nursing; BSN, Colorado Mesa University.

TJ GERLACH (2005), Professor of English, BA, University of Utah; MFA, University of Utah; PhD, University of Denver.

BRIAN GILDEA (2024), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice.

ANN GILLES (2014), Associate Professor of Teacher Education; BS, MA, Ohio State University; PhD, University of South Florida.

FRANK GODEL (2024), Technical Instructor of Machining. 

JUSTIN GOLLOB (2008), Professor of Political Science; BS, Idaho State University; MA, PhD, Temple University.

RENEE GOOD (2018), Instructor of Biology; BS, Washington State University; PhD, University of Colorado.

STEVEN GOULD (2023), Technical Instructor of Baking and Pastry; ACS, Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts, Portland. 

SARAH GRAY (2023), Assistant Professor for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy; MS, The University of Utah; MS, BS, Colorado State University.

MICHALENE GREBSKI (2020), Instructor of Psychology; BS, The Pennsylvania State University; MA, Rosemont College; PhD, Silesian University of Technology.

NICOLE GRIDER (2016), Instructor of Speech; BS, MA, University of Central Missouri.

ROBBI GRIMM (2022), Technical Instructor of Mechatronics; BA, Freie Universitat Berlin.

OLGA GRISAK (2013), Associate Professor of Radiologic Technology/Clinical Coordinator; BS, MS, State University Ukraine.

AMBER GUSTAFSON (2023), Acting Technical Instructor of Applied Business. 

DAMION GUSTAFSON (2016), Technical Instructor of Welding; AAS, Colorado Mesa University.

JEFFREY GUSTAFSON (2023), Instructor of Art and Design; MA, Texas A&M University; BA, Brigham Young University, Provo, UT.

KURTIS HAAS (1999), Associate Professor of English ; BA, MA, Truman State University; PhD, University of Nebraska.

KRISTEN HAGUE (2001), Professor of English; BA, Providence College; MA, PhD, University of New Mexico.

MITCHEL HAGY (2025), Assistant Professor of Business-Entrepreneurship; PhD, Liberty University; MBA, University of Phoenix; BAAS, University of Northern Texas. 

ELI HALL (2011), Associate Professor of Art-Graphic Design; BFA, Missouri State University; MA, Lindenwood University; MFA, Colorado State University.

KATHLEEN HALL (2015), Associate Professor of Nursing; BS, University of Maryland; BSN., University of Alabama Huntsville; MSN, PhD, University of Arizona.

AMY HAMMERICH (2022), Associate Professor of Physical Therapy; PhD, University of Colorad; PhD, MS, Regis University; BS, Miami University.

PAUL HAMPTON (2012), Associate Professor of Biology; BS, Eastern Illinois University; MS, University of Texas at Tyler; PhD, University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

AUSTIN HANSON (2024), Assistant Professor of Construction Management; MArch, University of Colorado; BS, Elon University.

ERIEK HANSEN (2013), Associate Professor of Biological Sciences; BS, MS, Utah State University; PhD, University of Wyoming.

MELANIE HANSEN (2024), Instructor of Biology; PhD, University of Wyoming; MS, University of Nevada; BS, Utah State University. 

SHELLY HANSEN (2021), Instructor of Mathematics; BA, Azusa Pacific University; MA, Colorado Mesa University. 

MICHELLE HANSON (2002), Instructor of English; BA, University of California; MLS, University of Arizona; MA, The University of New Hampshire.

ANDREW HARBERT (2024), Instructor of CISB. 

JEREMY HAWKINS (2013), Associate Professor of Kinesiology/Program Director of Athletic Training Education; MS, Oregon State University; BS, PhD, Brigham Young University.

SONYA HEMMEN (2025), Visiting Instructor of Teacher Education.

SUSAN HEMPHILL (2025), Visiting Instructor of Mathematics; M.Ed.,University of Houston; BS, University of North Dakota. 

MEGAN HENLEY (2016), Assistant Professor of Sociology; BA University of California - Irvine; MA, PhD, University of Arizona.

ADRIAN HERRERA (2021), Assistant Professor of Piano and Commercial Keyboard; MA, Queens College; DMA, University fo Illinois.

JESSICA HERRICK (1995), Professor of Psychology and Department Head of Social and Behavioral Sciences; BA, MS, PhD, University of Wyoming.

CASSIDY HERRINGER (2021), Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Director of Clinical Education; BA, Whittier college; PhD, Temple University. 

ZACHARY HESTAND (2024), Instructor of English; MA, Point Park University; BA, University of Nevada. 

KRISTIN HEUMANN (2011), Associate Professor of Kinesiology; BA, Northwestern College; MS, Arizona State University; PhD, Arizona State University.

JONATHAN HINKLE (2012), Associate Professor of Music-Director of Bands; BME, MME, PhD, Florida State University.

SUNDIAL HOFFMAN (2022), Technical Instructor of Digital Filmmaking; BBA, Colorado Mesa University.

JILL HOLADAY (2022), Instructor of Art History; PhD, University of Iowa; MA, University of Illinois at Urbana -Champaign; BA, University of Evansville.

PAM HOLDER (2014), Allied Health Program Director;BS, Colorado Christian University.

AUTUMNE HOLLINGSWORTH (2023), Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy; DPT, BS, University of Central Arkansas.

BRIAN HOSTERMAN (2014), Associate Professor of Physics; BS, Denison University; MS, PhD, University of Nevada Las Vegas.

CHRISTOPHER HOWELL (2025), Visiting Instructor of History; BA, University of Texas; MA, University of Texas; PhD, University of the Cumberlands.

LIZ HOWELL (2025), Technical Instructor of Applied Business; M.Ed.,Colorado Mesa University; BA, University of Wyoming. 

JAROM HULLINGER (2023), Technical Instructor of Electric Lineworker.

GARY HYPES (2021), Instructor of Accounting; BS, West Liberty University; MBA, University of Phoenix; JD, West Virginia University.

ERIKA JACKSON (2010), Professor of History; BA, Michigan State University; MA, Loyola University Chicago; PhD, Michigan State University.

ELIOT JENNINGS (2013), Associate Professor of Public Administration/Public Safety; BS, MPA, PhD, University of North Texas.

DIRK JOHNSON (2022), Assistant Professor of Music/Director of Vocal Ensembles; DMA, University of Cincinnati; MM, BM, Brigham Young University. 

RHONDA JOHNSON (2024), Technical Instructor of Applied Business; MA, Colorado Mesa University; BA, California State Polytechnic University. 

SARAH JOHNSON (2023), Assistant Professor of Social Work/ Director of Practice Education. 

VERNER JOHNSON (1989), Professor of Geology; BA, MS, Southern Illinois University; PhD, University of Tennessee.

JESSICA JOLLEY (2024), Visiting Instructor of Psychology; MS, University of North Carolina; BA, Colorado Mesa University.  

DYLAN JONES (2022), Assistant Professor of Biochemistry; BA, Concordia College; PhD, University of Nevada, Reno.

JACOB JONES (2011), Associate Professor of Psychology; BS, Bluefield College; MS, Radford University; PhD, Indiana State University.

GEORGANN JOUFLAS (2006), Instructor of Business; BA, University of Colorado; MBA, The George Washington University.

EUNKYEONG JUNG (2024), Assistant Professor of Hospitality Management; PhD, University of Tennessee; MA, Sejong University; BA, Semyung University. 

JEREMY JURGENS (2013), Instructor of English; BS, Utah Valley University; MA, Oregon State University.

DARIN KAMSTRA (2004), Professor of Music; BM, Eastern Washington University-Cheney; MM, University of Northern Colorado; PhD, University of Illinois at Urbana.

ALAA KASSIR (2008), Associate Technical Professor of Applied Mathematics; BS, MS, University of Wisconsin.

HAPPY KATZER (2019), Instructor of Nursing; AAS, Colorado Mesa University; BS, Southern New Hampshire University.

GEOFF KELLEY (2025), Instructor of Applied Anthropology and Geography; PhD, University of Georgia; MA, Humboldt State University; BA, UC- Santa Barbara.

KEVIN KELLEY (2022), Assistant Professor of Psychology; MS, BA Saint Louis University.

DEBORAH KENNARD (2005), Professor of Environmental Science; BA, Trinity University; MS, University of Florida, PhD, University of Florida.

SUZANNE KENNEY (2006), Instructor of Chemistry; BS, MS, Clarkson University.

SCOTT KESSLER (2010), Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology; BS, University of Missouri; MS, University of Missouri; PhD, University of Missouri.

CLAY KING (2024), Associate Professor of Statistics; PhD,MA, Baylor University; BA, Austin College. 

KATHLEEN KING (2025), Assistant Professor of History; PhD,MA,BA,BS, University of Colorado-Boulder.

MICHELLE KING (2024), Assistant Clinical Professor of Social Work/MSW Director of Practice Education;BA, Austin College; MA, Baylor University. 

TIFFANY KINNEY (2017), Assistant Professor of English; BA, Westminster College; MA, University of Oregon; PhD, University of Utah.

MARGARET KNAPP (2023), Assistant Professor of Theatre; BA, MFA, University of Missouri- Kansas City.

KARLI KNUDSON (2024), Visiting Instructor of Kinesiology; BS, University of Montana.

PAM KRCH (2020), Instructor of History; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MA, New Mexico State University; PhD, The University of Texas at El Paso. 

BRIAN KRINKE (2017), Assistant Professor of Music; BM, Curtis School of Music; MM, Juilliard.

FRANCES KRUMLAUF (2024), Instructor of Biology; MS, Benedictine University; BA, North Central College. 

ZACHARY KUBIN (2022), Instructor of Chemistry; BA, Gonzaga University; MS, University of Saint Joseph.

KATHARYN KUBISTA (2025), Assistant Professor for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy; OTD, Baylor University; MS,BS, University of Arizona.

GEORGE KURIAN (2025), Assistant Professor of Operations Management; PhD, MBA, University of Texas; BS, Mahatma Gandhi University. 

KEARA LABONDE (2025), Acting Technical Instructor of Construction Technology; BSCM, Brigham Young University. 

MICHEL LACRUE (2025), Instructor of Composition; PhD,MA,BA, University of Arkansas.

BARRY LAGA (1997), Professor of English; BA, MA, Brigham Young University; PhD, Purdue University.

RICHARD LAMEE (2012), Associate Professor of Theatre; BA, Loretto Heights College; MFA, National theater Conservatory.

SARAH LANCI (2015), Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering; BS, Michigan State University; MS, Colorado School of Mines.

ERIN LAYMAN (2024), Assistant Professor/Clinical Professor for Bechtel PA Program; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Rocky Vista University.

DAEUN LEE (2023), Instructor of Communication Studies; PhD, Purdue University. 

YEN-SHENG LEE (2018), Assistant Professor of Finance; MS, Yuan Ze University; MS, University of Missouri, MS, PhD, University of New Orleans.

MICHAEL LEGATE (2014), Instructor of Theatre Arts & Sound/Lighting Designer/Technical Director; AA, Flathead Community College; BFA, University of Montana - Missoula; MFA, University of Nebraska - Lincoln.

JENNIFER LEHMAN (2025), Assistant Professor of Finance; PhD, Texas Tech University; MPA, University of North Carolina; BS, Texas Christian University. 

ALVARO LEIVA (2024), Instructor of Spanish; PhD, Florida International University; MA, University of Florida. 

ANN LEONARD (2025), Assistant/Clinical Professor for Master of Science in OT; MS,BA, Colorado State University.

SOFIA LEON (2021), Instructor of Spanish; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

MICHELE LEWIS (2020), Instructor of Nursing; AAS, Colorado Northwestern Community College; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Western Governors University.

RUTH LEWIS (2025), Assistant Professor in Nursing-AAS Program; MSN,BSN,University of Wyoming.

TYLER LIFF (2011), Instructor of Business; AAS, Mesa State College; BS, MS, Colorado State University.

LANCE LOMA (2025), Instructor of Composition; PhD, MA, Texas Tech University; BA,West Texas A&M.

REBECCA LOUZAN (2025), Visiting Technical Instructor of Applied Business; BA, Clark University. 

COREY LOVERN (2024), Technical Instructor of Fire Science. 

KINDRA LOYD (2015), Instructor of Nursing; BSN, Colorado Mesa University.

AUDREY LUMLEY-SAPANSKI (2023), Assistant Professor of Geography; BA, Williams College; MS, Pace University.

JODY LUSBY (2025), Visiting Instructor of Communication Studies. 

LISA MACE (2023), Instructor of Biology; BA, Regis University; MS, University of Colorado.

WARREN MACEVOY (2001), Professor of Computer Science; BS, Mesa State College; MS, PhD, University of Arizona.

MICHAEL MAHONEY (2016), Technical Instructor of Technology Integration; BA, California State University - Northridge. 

JAMES MANGAN (2024), Assistant Professor of Physics; PhD, California Institute of Technology; BA, Grinnell College. 

RILEY MANGAN (2024), Assistant Professor/Clinical Professor for Master of Science in Occupational Therapy: BA, Grinnell College; MA, University of Southern California; PhD, University of Southern California.

JACQUELYN MANTYLA (2024), Visiting Instructor of English.

BRIDGET MARSHALL (2012), Associate Professor of Nursing; DNP, University of Utah.

GIOVANNA MARTINEZ (2024), Technical Instructor of Welding Technology; BBA, Colorado Mesa University. 

TRACY MATTHEWS (2011), Instructor of Medical Lab Technology and Program Director MLT; BS, University of Arkansas; MS, University of Northern Dakota.

NICOLE MATTOCKS (2023), Assistant Professor/ Master Social Work.

AMY MAURER (2021), Assistant Professor of Chemistry; BS, Colorado Mesa University; PhD, Colorado School of Mines.

MIRIAH McCANTS (2025), Instructor of Nursing, Practical Nursing Program; MSN, Grand Canyon University; BSN, Colorado Mesa University. 

KATHRYN McCLAIN (2022), Assistant Professor of English; PhD, University of Kentucky.

JENNIFER McCLENDON (2022), Instructor of Nursing; BS, University of Texas at Arlington; MS, Texas Woman's University; DNP, Texas Christian University.

RICHELLE McCOLLUM (2021), Instructor of Nursing; BSN, Colorado Mesa University.

KRISTEN McGEE (2023), Assistant Professor of Management; MS,BA, Colorado State University.

CHRISTOPHER McKIM (2013), Assistant Professor of Music; BM, Wichita State University; MM, Arizona State University; DMA, University of Colorado.

KYLE McQUADE (2007), Professor of Biology; BS, Millikin University; PhD, University of Wisconsin.

CARRIE McVEAN (1996), Professor of Biology; BS, DVM, Colorado State University.

MICHELLE MELLENTHIN (2019), Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering; BS, Milwaukee School of Engineering; PhD, Colorado State University.

STEPHEN MERINO (2016), Associate Professor of Sociology; MS, University of Michigan; MA, PhD, Pennsylvania State University.

JOSHUA MEUWLY (2014), Technical Instructor of Digital Design; BA, The Art Institute of Colorado.

CHAD MIDDLETON (2006), Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs for Faculty Success/Professor of Physics; BS, Eastern Illinois University PhD, University of Tennessee.

GREG MIKOLAI (2011), Lecturer of Mass Communication and Television Producer; BA, University of St. Thomas.

ERIC MILES (2015), Associate Professor of Mathematics; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, PhD, Colorado State University.

DAVID MILLER (2014), Technical Instructor of Developmental Education - Math; BS, MAED, Colorado Mesa University.

DALE MILLER (2025), Program Coordinator of Diagnostic Medical Sonography; BS, University of Mary. 

LESLIE MILLER (1998), Associate Professor of Philosophy; BA, Mesa State College; MA, PhD, Claremont Graduate University.

TROY MILLER (2013), Assistant Professor of Construction Management & Coordinator of the Construction Management Program; BS, Brigham Young University; MS; Colorado State University.

DANIEL MILLWARD (2018), Assistant Clinical Professor, Program Director, Master of Physician Assistant Studies; BS, Brigham Young University; MMS, Salus University.

HOLLY MITCHELL (2017), Instructor of Math; BS, MS, Texas Woman's University.

JUSTIN MONTEMARANO (2022), Instructor of Biology; PhD, Kent State University; BS, Nazareth College.

BRAD MONTGOMERY-ANDERSON (2018), Associate Professor of English; BA, University of Colorado; MA, The University of Illinois at Chicago; MA, PhD, The University of Kansas.

CAITLIN MOORE (2021), Assistant Professor of Music- Voice;BME, Lee University; MM, McGill University; PhD, University of Northern Colorado. 

DANIA MORALES (2025), Assistant Professor of Mathematics; PhD, University of Kansas, MS, Western Washington University, BS, Western Oregon University. 

JOANELLE MORALES (2023) Assistant Professor of Teacher Education.

DANIELLE MORETTI MARTIN (2018), Instructor of Mass Communications; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Montana State University.

ALLISON MORRIS (2011), Instructor of English; BA, Texas A&M University; MA, Texas A&M University.

LAURA MUNOZ (2022), Assistant Professor of Spanish; PhD, MA University of California (Los Angeles).

KASANDRA NEIMAN (2025), Technical Instructor of Medical Office Assisting; AAS, IntelliTec College. 

DENAE NESBIT (2025), Instructor of Mathematics; M.Ed., BS,BA, Colorado State University. 

SHANE NIKSIC (2025), Visiting Instructor of Exercise Science; MS, Western Colorado University; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

YANZHUO NIU (2022), Assistant Professor of Psychology; PhD, MS University of Wisconsin - Madison.

CHRISTINE NOEL (2017), Associate Professor of Accounting; BS, Metropolitan State University; MS, University of Colorado; PhD, Trident University.

JODI NOGA (2017), Assistant Professor of Nursing; BSN, South Dakota State University; MSN, Regis University.

HOLLY OBERLE (2021), Assistant Professor of Political Science; BA, Knox College; MA, Jacobs University and Universtat Bremen; Ph.D, Freie Universitat.

KEARA O'CONNOR (2020), Technical Instructor of Construction Technology; BS, Brigham Young University.

DOUGLAS A. O'ROARK (1994), Professor of History; BA, MA, PhD, The Ohio State University.

KYOUNGHWA OH (2013), Associate Professor of Art; BFA, Washburn University; MFA, Southern Illinois University.

JILL ORROCK (2025), Assistant Clinical Professor of Social Work/Director of BSW Program; MSW, Columbia University; BSW, University of Utah. 

MARCOS ORTIZ (2018), Assistant Professor of Mathematics; BS, University of Buffalo; MS, PhD, The University of Iowa.

RICHARD OTT (2006), Associate Professor of Statistics; BS, St Mary's University; MS, University of Missouri; PhD, Rice University.

SUZANNE OWENS OTT (2006), Professor of Accounting; BS, Norfolk State University; MS, Emporia State University; MBA, University of Missouri at Kansas City; DBA, California Southern University. 

DARREN OXFORD (2010), Technical Instructor of Medical Preparation; AA, Colby Community College; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

AYSE ZEYNEP OZSOY (2010), Associate Professor of Biology; BS, Bogazici University; PhD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

ERIK PACKARD (1996), Associate Professor of Mathematics; BS, MS, PhD, Texas Tech University.

BRIAN PARRY (2008), Professor of Psychology; BA, University of Utah; MS, PhD, Brigham Young University Provo.

VINCENT PATARINO (2003), Associate Professor of History; BA, BS, MA, PhD, University of Colorado Boulder.

LOREN PAULSON (2023), Wildland Fire Program Director.

MATTHEW PEIFFER (2022), HVAC Technical Instructor.

JASON PEGIS (2022), Instructor of Music; DMA, University of California Los Angeles; MM, McGill University; BM, Williamette University.

CHRISTOPHER PENICK (2016), Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering; BS, Wright State University; MS, University of Dayton.

DANTE PENINGTON (2022), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice.

JAMES PEREZ (2015), Assistant Professor of Mass Communication; BA, MA, California State University Long Beach; PhD, University of California San Diego.

BRIAN PERNA (2023), Instructor of Communication Studies; BS, Minnesota State University; MA, New Mexico State University; PhD, University of Southern Mississippi. 

NATHAN PERRY (2010), Associate Professor of Business/Economics; BA, Westminster College; PhD, University of Utah.

MICHAEL PHILIPP (2016), Instructor of Accounting; MA, University of Central Arkansas; MBA, University of Kassel.

MIKE PIERCE (2021), Instructor of Mathematics; BS, California State University; MS, University of California, Riverside.

CHRISTOPHER POFF (2025), Visiting Instructor of Machining Technology.

JUSTIN POMERANZ (2021), Instructor of Environmental Sciences; BS, MS, Colorado State University; PhD, University of Canterbury.

GARRETT PORTRA (2025), Technical Instructor of Viticulture and Enology; V&E, Washington State University; BA, Westminster College. 

ZOE PRAGGASTIS (2021), Biology Lab Assistant/Instructor; BA, University of Colorado.

JOSEPH QUESENBERRY (2005), Technical Instructor of Applied Mathematics; BS, Mesa State College.

MEGAN RADLOFF (2019), Instructor of Nursing; BS, MSN, Valparaiso University.

JENNIFER RADOMSKI (2021), Instructor of Nursing; BSN, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; BS, Texas A&M University; MSN, The University of Texas at Arlington.

THOMAS RAFFIN (2025), Assistant Professor of Sports Management; PhD,MS, Florida State University; BS, Indiana University. 

JOHN REECE (2006), Professor of Criminal Justice; BA, Mesa State College; MA, University of Colorado - Denver; PhD, Northcentral University.

PATTY REED (2024), Visiting Instructor of Kinesiology; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

BENJAMIN REIGEL (2017), Associate Professor of Theatre; BA, University of Minnesota; MFA, University of Delaware.

NICHOLAS REIMER (2020), Technical Instructor, Electric Lineworker; Certification, Colorado Mesa University.

MARKUS REITENBACH (2006), Associate Professor of Mathematics; MS, PhD, Syracuse University.

ARIEL RENDT PADRON (2023), Instructor of Psychology; BA, University of California; MSW, University of Denver.

DONGJUN REW (2021), Assistant Professor of Marketing; BS, MS, Washington State University; BBA, MBA, Dankook University; PhD, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

MICHAEL RHOADS (2023), Assistant Professor of Psychology; BS, Newman University.

JOSEPH L. RICHARDS (1995), Professor of Chemistry; BA, University of San Diego; PhD, University of North Carolina.

ERIC RIDDLE (2023); Instructor of Composition; AS, Salt Lake Community College; BA, MA, Weber State University; PhD, Oklahoma State University.

MEGAN RIDDLE (2024), Visiting Instructor of English; MA, Queen Mary University; BA, Brigham Young University. 

KERRY RILEY (2018), Instructor of Geology; BA, University of Colorado; MS, Boise State University; PhD, Utah State University.

MICHAEL ROBBINS (2025), Visiting Instructor of Physics-One Year.

JASON ROBERSON (2016), Assistant Technical Professor of Transportation Services Technology; AAS, BS, Colorado Mesa University.

EDITH-MARIE ROPER (2020), Instructor of English; BA, MA, Washington State University. 

KIMBERLY ROSCHEL (2025), Program Coordinator of Diagnostic Medical Sonography; AS,BS, Gwynedd Mercy University; MBA, Capella University. 

ADAM ROSENBAUM (2011), Associate Professor History; BA, Virginia Wesleyan College; PhD, Emory University.

DANIEL ROSENBERG (2025), Associate Professor of English; PhD, University of Georgia; MFA, University of Iowa; BA, Tufts University. 

BRADY RUSSELL (2018), Assistant Professor of Nursing; BS, University of Wyoming; MSN, University of Phoenix.

MOLLY RYAN (2013), Instructor of Mathematics/Statistics; BS, University of Northern Colorado; MA, Adams State University.

SHAWNEE SAGERS (2025), Technical Instructor of Agriculture Science;MAS, Western Governors University; BAS, Utah Valley University.

TROY SALAZAR (2019), Technical Instructor of Paramedic; AAS, Pueblo Community College; BS, Colorado Christian University.

CHRISTI VIA SANDERS (2018), Assistant Professor of Business Administration; BS, MS, Tarleton State University; PhD, Walden University.

KRISTIN SANTOS (2017), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice; BS, Lake Superior State University; MS, University of Cincinnati; PhD, University of Akron.

RESHMA SATISH (2025), Instructor of Forensic Investigation; MS, Boston University; BS, University of New York. 

JARROD SCHIFFBAUER (2017), Visiting Assistant Professor of Physics; MS, BS, Ohio University; PhD, West Virginia University.

ARAAN SCHMIDT (2012), Associate Professor of Art; BFA, Kansas City Art Institute; MFA, University of Minnesota.

LISA SCHMIDT (2022), Instructor of Surgical Technology; Surgical Technology, Wichita State University.

CAITLYN SCHOENY (2025), Assistant Professor/Clinical Professor of Nursing; MSN, BSN,Resurrection University.

ROB SCHORK (2024), Instructor of Criminal Justice; MS,New Jersey City University. 

STACIE SCHREINER (2018), Assistant Professor of Nursing; AS, Bismark State College; BSN, MSN, DNP, Colorado Mesa University.

JESSE SCOTT (2024), Instructor of Psychology; MA, Adams State University; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

JOHN SEEBACH (2014), Assistant Professor of Archaeology; BA, University of Texas at El Paso; MA, PhD, Southern Methodist University.

MORGAN SELLERS (2024), Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education; PhD, Arizona State University; MS,BS, North Carolina State University. 

MEGAN SHERBENOU (2018), Assistant Professor of Biology-Physiology; BA, University of Colorado at Boulder; MA, PhD, University of Colorado.

THERESE SHIDLER (2024), Assistant Professor of Biology; PhD, University of Colorado; BS, Florida State University. 

SIYU SHI (2024), Assistant Professor of Business Data Analytics;PhD, Pennsylvania State University; MS, University of Connecticut; BS, Tongji University. 

VAIL SHOULTZ-McCOLE (2018), Technical Instructor of Early Childhood Education; BA, Colorado Mesa University; MA, University of Colorado.

SARAH SHRADER (2019), Instructor/Acting Director of Outdoor Industries; BS, Indiana University; M.Ed, Northern Arizona University.

MOHAMMED SIKDAR (2024), Assistant Professor of Management-Strategy; PhD,MS, Washington State University; MBA, Eastern Illinois University; BBA, University of Dhaka. 

TIMOTHY SINAK (2023), Kinesiology Instructor; 

PHILLIP SMITH (2024), Assistant Professor for the Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program; BS, University of Mississippi; MS, University of South Alabama. 

WAYNE SMITH (1998), Associate Technical Professor of Culinary Arts for Western Colorado Community College; AAS, BAS, Mesa State College.

JOHNNY SNYDER (2005), Professor of Computer Information Systems; BA, Fort Lewis College; M.A., University of New Mexico; MS, Nova Southeastern University, PhD, University of New Mexico.

PATRICK SNYDER (2017), Instructor of Math; MS, Western Illinois University; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

STEVEN SOYCHAK (2015), Instructor and Energy Program Coordinator; BS, University of Oklahoma.

KARRIE STANFILL (2020), Technical Instructor of Medical Office Assisting; AAS, Denver Technical College.

AMANDA STAHLKE (2023), Assistant Professor of Biology/ Cell and Molecular; BS, Colorado Mesa University; PhD, University of Iowa.

MATTHEW STANSBURY (2014), Associate Professor of Biological Sciences; BS, University of Nebraska; PhD, Indiana University.

MARYJO STANLEY (2022), Assistant Professor of Nursing; PhD, University of Northern Colorado; MS, BS, San Jose State University.

STEPHANIE STELLJES (2023), Technical Instructor of Early Education; ME, Concordia University; BA, University of Arizona; AA, Mesa State College. 

MICHAELLE STELLAVATO (2024), Instructor of English and Mass Communications; PhD,MA,BA University of Oregon.

ANDREW STEPHENS (2018), Instructor of Mathematics; BBA, Colorado Mesa University; BS, MS, University of Oregon.

STEPHEN STERN (2011), Associate Professor of Biological Sciences; BS, University of North Carolina at Asheville; PhD, University of Utah.

GENELL STITES (2008), Associate Professor of Nursing, PN-AAS Program Director; BS University of Northern Colorado; MS, Regis University.

KYLE STONE (2013), Associate Professor of Business; BS, Central Missouri State University; MEd, PhD, Colorado State University.

GRACE SULLIVAN (2024), Assistant Professor of Biology; PhD, MA, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; BS, Buena Vista University. 

MICHELLE SUNKEL (2020), MSW Program Director/Assistant Professor; BS, Lincoln University; MSW, San Diego State University; Master of Bioethics, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven; DSW, Capella University. 

THOMAS SYLVESTER (2017), Technical Instructor of Land Surveying and Geomatics; Engineer of Mines, Colorado School of Mines.

PATRICK TEAL (2024), Technical Instructor of Electrical Construction; AAS, Colorado Mesa University. 

JAVIER TELLEZ (2021), Assistant Professor of Geosciences; MS, PhD, University of Oklahoma.

DENIS THIBODEAU (1996), Technical Instructor of Computer Aided Design; AAS, Rogue Community College.

CRISTIN TILLINGHAST (2025), Visiting Instructor of Music Theatre; MFA, University of Idaho; MA, Regent University; BM,San Francisco Conservatory of Music. 

JEREMY TOST (2018), Assistant Professor of Psychology, BA, Indiana University of Pennsylvania; MA, PhD, New Mexico State University.

GARRISON TURNER (2025), Visiting Instructor of Physics; MS,BS, Ball State University.

TRACY TYLER (2025), Instructor of Business and Business Law; MSM, The American College; LLM, Denver University College of Law; JD, Northern Illinois University College of Law; B.A., University of New Mexico. 

AUSTIN UPCHURCH (2024), Technical Instructor of Welding; AAS, Colorado Mesa University. 

KAREN URBAN (2011), Instructor of Nursing; BSN; MSN, University of Pittsburgh; DNP, Colorado Mesa University.

JILL VAN BRUSSEL (2013), Associate Professor of Theatre Arts: Costume Design; BS, University of California, Santa Barbara; MA, Bowling Green State University; MAF, Purdue University.

KATIA CURBELO DEL VALLE (2025), Visiting Instructor of Communication Studies; PhD, University of Illinois; MA, Stony Brook University; BA, University of Puerto Rico. 

RODGER VanVORHEES (2022), Instructor of Nursing; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

JOHANNA VARNER (2016), Associate Professor of Biological Sciences; BS, MS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; PhD, University of Utah.

OSSIRIS VAZQUEZ (2022), Custodial Team Member.

ALLISON VOGEL (2021), Program Director/Technical Instructor of Pharmacy Technician; BS, Colorado Mesa University; ME, Regis University. 

ALANA VOTH (2024), Instructor of English; MFA, University of Oregon; BA, Metropolitan State College. 

ERIC WABEL (2025), Utility Crew Manager; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

CRYSTAL WAGNER (2025), Assistant Professor of Art and Design; MFA, University of Tennessee; BFA, Atlanta College of Art. 

THOMAS WALLA (2001), Professor of Biology; BA, University of California - San Diego; PhD, University of Oregon, Eugene.

ABRAHAM WALLIN (2024), Assistant Professor of Education; PhD,MS, University of Idaho; BS, Minnesota State University. 

RICHELLE WALKER (2020), Assistant Clinical Professor of Nursing; MS, Grand Canyon University; BS, Colorado Mesa University. 

KARA WALTER (2019), Assistant Professor of Economics; BA, University of Southern Indiana; MA, PhD, The University of New Mexico.

WAYN WARD (2008), Instructor of Mathematics; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

JUNICHIRO WATABE (2014), Associate Professor of Music; MM, DArts, University of Northern Colorado.

ERIC WATTERS (2018), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice; BPA, MPA, Barry University; PhD, University of the Cumberlands. 

DENITA WEEKS (2018), Assistant Professor of Biology; BS, Grand Valley State University; MS, California State University; PhD, The University of Memphis.

DAVID WEINBERG (2011), Associate Professor of Chemistry; BA, University of San Diego; PhD, California Institute of Technology.

RACHEL WEINZIMMER (2024), Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies; BS, University of Connecticut, MS, University of St. Francis. 

ENZO WENDLER (2020), Assistant Professor of Math; BS, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; MS, University of Saskatchewan; PhD, Washington State University.

MEGAN WENDLER (2020), Assistant Professor of Math; BS, University of Alaska, Fairbanks; MS, University of Saskatchewan; PhD, Washington State University.

STEVEN WERMAN (1990), Professor of Biology; BS, MS, California State University - Long Beach; PhD, University of Miami.

KEVIN WERNKE (2023), Assistant Professor of Chemistry; BS, Colorado Mesa University; MS, Yale University.

ELLISE WEST (2024), Visiting Instructor of Culinary Arts; MLA, Metropolitan College; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

SHAY WEST (2011), Instructor of Biological Sciences; BS, Mesa State College; PhD, University of Colorado.

COZETTE WHEELER (2024), Visiting Instructor of Automotive; BA, Colorado Mesa University. 

CHARLES J. WHITE (2022), Program Director of Fire Science; EMT, University of Colorado.

GANNON WHITE (2019), Assistant Professor of Kinesiology; AS, Allen Community College; BGS, Lamar University; MEd, Stephen F. Austin State University; PhD, University of Northern Colorado.

CATHERINE WHITING (2020), Assistant Professor of Physics; BS, MS, PhD, University of Iowa.

LOREN WILDER (2025), Visiting Instructor of Scenic and Lighting Design; MPA, Western Washington University. 

BRENDA WILHELM (2000), Professor of Sociology; BA, University of Minnesota; MA, PhD, University of Arizona.

GILBERT WILLETT (2023), Professor of Physical Therapy; PhD, MS, BS, University of Nebraska Medical Center.

SANDRA WILLETT (2023), Associate Professor of Physical Therapy; PhD, MS, BS, University of Nebraska MEdical Center.

JOHN WILLIAMS (2024), Technical Instructor of Paramedic/EMT.

MICHAEL WILLIAMS (2022), Assistant Professor of Anatomy; PhD, BS, The University of Melbourne; BHK, The University of British Columbia.

TIMOTHY WINEGARD (2018), Assistant Professor of History; BA, University of Western Ontario; B.Ed, Nipissing University; BA University of Guelph; MA, Royal Military College of Canada; Ph.D, University of Oxford.

FREDDY WITARSA (2017), Assistant Professor of Environmental Sciences; BS, Drake University; PhD, University of Maryland.

EILEEN WOOLWINE (2017), Assistant Professor of Nursing; AS, Polk State College; BS, MS, Western Governors University.

ALLI ZEIGEL (2018), Assistant Professor of Kinesiology-Athletic Training & Exercise; BS, Colorado Mesa University; D.A.T., University of Idaho.

FORREST ZERBE (2017), Instructor of Art; Bachelor of General Studies, Indiana University; MFA, Savannah College of Art and Design.

 

COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY RECENT EMERITUS FACULTY *

(Year of retirement in parentheses)

MONTE ATKINSON, MM, DMA, Professor of Music (2018)

CHARLES W. BAILEY, BA, MA, Professor of Mathematics (2005).

CATHY BARKLEY, BS, MS, PhD Professor of Mathematics (2010).

BRUCE BAUERLE, BA, MS, Professor of Biology (2016)

RICHARD L. BERKEY, BA, MA, Associate Professor of English (2010).

CLARE BOULANGER, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of Anthropology (2014).

STEVEN BRADLEY, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of Art (2015).

ARTHUR JEFF BRIGHAM, BA, MA, EdD, Professor of Teacher Licensure (2003).

JAMES BROCK, BA, MA, Associate Professor of Mathematics (2010).

ESTHER BROUGHTON, PhD, Professor of English (2008).

JULIE BRUCH, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of English (2002)

JAMES BUCKLEY, MS, Professor of Accounting (2006).

VIRGINIA CARMICHAEL, BA, MA, Assistant Professor of Speech & Mass Communication (2003).

SUZANNE CLAFFEY, BA, MFA, Professor of Art (2004).

REX D. COLE, BS, PhD, Professor of Geology (2020).

ADELE CUMMINGS, BA, MS, PhD, Professor of Sociology (2015).

WILLIAM H. DAVENPORT, BS, MS, PhD, Professor of Mathematics (2010).

FORBES DAVIDSON, BS, PhD, Professor of Biological Sciences (2011).

JACK DELMORE, BM, MA, DMA, Professor of Music (2017)

MATTS DJOS, PhD, Professor of English (2006).

ARUN EKTARE , PhD, Professor of Computer Science (2014).

CHARLES FETTERS, BS, MA, Associate Professor of Applied Technology (2001).

DANIEL FLENNIKEN, BA, MA, Assistant Professor of Mass Communications (2017)

KAREN FORD, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of Psychology (2017)

SANDY FORREST, BSN, MSN, Professor of Nursing (2017)

LISA FRIEL-REDIFER, BA, MEd, EdD, Professor of Teacher Education (2024)

D'ANN FUQUAY, BA, MA, MS, DA, Professor of Computer Science (2001).

MICHAEL GERLACH, BS, MA, PhD, Professor of Theatre (2002).

JD GOODHART, MSN, Professor of Nursing (2009).

CHARLES GRABOW, PhD, Professor of Computer Information Systems (2006)

THOMAS GRAVES, EdD, Professor of Counseling & Psychology (2007).

A. RAY GREB, BA, MA, Professor of Machining (2000).

DONNA K. HAFNER, BA, MAT, Associate Professor of Mathematics (2001).

CHARLES HARDY, MFA, Professor of Art (2006).

BETTY HARRIS, BSEd, MS, Professor of Accounting (2003).

EDWIN HAWKINS, BA, MA, Professor of Mathematics (2000).

MYRA HEINRICH , BS, MA, PhD, Professor of Psychology (2014).

CALVIN HOFER, BA, MME, DMA, Professor of Music and Department Head of Music (2024)

FORREST HOLGATE, BA, Assistant Professor of Applied Technology (2001).

ARTHUR HOULE, BM, MM, DMA, Professor of Music & Director of Keyboard (2020).

ROBERT L. JOHNSON, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of English (2010).

WALTER KELLEY, PhD, Professor of Biological Sciences (2006).

CARL KERNS, BA, MS, EdD, Professor of Mathematics (2000).

GUY LEADBETTER, BA, MS, PhD, Professor of Kinesiology (2015).

GARY LOOFT, Certificate, Technical Instructor of Transportation Services (2016)

BRITT MATHWICH, BA, MA, Associate Professor of Business (2024)

ROBERT MAYER, BS, MSBA, Associate Professor of Business (2017)

GABRIELE MAYER-HUNKE, BA, MA, Instructor of English & German (2017)

GARY McCALLISTER, BS, MS, DA, Professor of Biology (2014).

BETSY MCLOUGHLIN, PhD, Associate Professor of Spanish (2006).

PRASANTA K. MISRA, BS, MS, PhD, Professor of Physics (2005)

LAVERNE MOSHER, MFA, Professor of Art (2009).

HONORA MAUREEN NEAL, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of English (2015).

TIMOTHY NOVOTNEY, PhD, Professor of Statistics (2008).

KAREN PERRIN, BS, MS, Associate Professor of Physical Education (2002).

DAVID M. REES, BS, MS, PhD, Professor of Economics (2003).

JOHN REDIFER, AA, BA, MA, A.B.D, PhD, Professor of Political Science (2013)

KRISTY REUSS, BSN, MSN, Professor of Nursing (2017)

JANINE RIDER, PhD, Professor of English (2007).

MARGARET G. ROBB, BA, MA, Associate Professor of Speech (2000).

CHERYL ROY, BS, MSN, Associate Professor of Nursing (2010).

JAMES RYBAK BSEE, MS, PhD Professor of Engineering and Math (2005).

ANN SANDERS, MA, Associate Professor of Theatre (2006).

DOUG SCHAKEL, BA, MA, Assistant Professor of Physical Education (2003)

BETTE SCHANSBS, MS, PhD Professor of Radiologic Technology (2016)

PAUL G. SCHNEIDER, BA, MA, Associate Professor of Music (2000).

STEVEN C. SCHULTE, BA, MA, PHD, Professor of History (2020).

PATRICK SCHUTZ, MS, PhD, Associate Professor of Business (2018)

GAYLA JO SLAUSON, BA, MBA, Associate Professor of Computer Information Systems (2017)

ROBERT SOWADA, BA, MA, Associate Professor of Foreign Language (2002).

GENE STARBUCK, PhD, Professor of Sociology (2006).

BARRY THARAUD, BA, MA, PhD, Professor of English (2002).

CYNTHIA THOMAS, BSN, MS, Associate Professor of Nursing (2011).

BILL TIERNAN, BA, PhD, Professor of Physics (2017)

KATHLEEN TOWER, PhD, Professor of Library Science (2006).

KAREN J. TUINSTRA, BA, MS, PhD, Professor of Teacher Education (2000).

HEATHER WAGGONER, AA, BA, MFA., Professor of Theatre (2015).

GERALD WEAVER, BA, MA, Associate Professor of Mass Communication (2000).

SUSAN YEAGER, BA, MS, PED, Professor of Kinesiology (2011).

MARY ZIMMERER, PhD, Professor of Business Administration (2007).

* In accordance with Faculty Senate action, this list includes only faculty receiving emeritus status in the past ten years.

Colorado Mesa University Classified Staff

HOLLY ANDERSON (2021), Biology Lab Coordinator.

VICTOR ANDRADE AGUILANTE (2023), Custodian !.

JAMES ARAGON (2023), Building Services Technician.

GINA ARZAPALO (2016), Custodian I.

LISA BEARD (2022), Custodian I.

REBECCA BERNAL (1992), Library Technician II; BA, Colorado Mesa University.

CHEMAINE BRECKENRIDGE (2017), Custodian II.

RANDALL BROWN (2007), Pipe/Mechanical Trades II.

SHARI BURKHALTER (2015), Custodian III.

VERONICA CACKLER (2010), Library Technician II.

ANNETTE CALLAWAY (2018), Administrative Assistant II.

CHARLES CARPENTER (2025), Custodian I. 

DANIEL CARROLL (1995), IT Professional .

RUSSELL CHINERY (2015), Custodian I.

ANDY CLEMENT (2021), Custodian I.

ROSE COCHRAN (2022), Health Science Lab Assistant.

GARRY COLLARD (2016), Custodian II.

MICHAEL CONNORS (2014), Custodian III.

JAMES CORDLE (2022), Custodian I.

CHARLES CORNMAN (2010), Custodian I.

DOUG CRINKLAW (2013), Groundskeeper II.

DANEY DAYLEY (2022), Custodian I.

JOSEPH DEHERRERA (2025), Structural Trades II- Maintenance Technician

ALAN DIEHL (2009), Pipe/Mechanical Trades III.

KEEGAN DIX (2020), IT Technician; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

JOSEPH DUBOIS (2018), Custodian I .

MURIEL FORD (2024), Custodian I.

FELIBERTO GALVAN (2020), Maintenance Technician.

JORGE GALVAN (2024), Custodian I.

SOLOMEN HERRERA (2021), Custodian I.

CHEY HILL (2024), Shipping and Receiving Manager. 

JAMES HILL (2024), Custodian I. 

SHONDA HILL (2024), Administrative Assistant.

DALILAH HOLGUIN (2022), Custodian I.

MICHELLE LYNN HOOPS (2022), Custodian I.

LEWIS HUTCHINS (2013), Structural Trades II.

MORGAN HUSTON (2022), Library Technician I; MLS,  Emporia State University.

JUAN JAURIGUI (2025), Custodian I.

MARY KIENIETZ (1988), Administrative Assistant III.

STEVEN KOVAROVICS (2016), Electrician.

DARYN LADUKE (2016), Groundskeeper I.

JOLENE LANZL (2021), Custodial II.

JOHN LINTON (2018), IT Technician.

ERWIN LLOYD (2014), Custodian I.

DAVID MCKEE (2025), Structural Trades II-Painter. 

KANCHHA MAHARJAN (2020), Custodian II.

LAXMI MAHARJAN (2019), Custodian I.

BRANDON MASCELLI (2024), Structural Trades II Carpenter.

TRACY MIRACLE (2011), Administrative Assistant I.

NANCY MOHRMAN (2002), Data Specialist.

KIERRA MORTON (2020), Custodial II.

ANGEL MUNIZ (2015), Custodian I.

AMY O'CAMPO (2019), Administrative Assistant II; BA, Ashford University.

BARBARA OVERTON (2010), Custodian I.

LISA PANKAU (2015), Accounting Technician III.

LOGAN PINGER (2022), Custodian I.

VIVIAN POTTORFF-KINGSBURY (2000), Library Technician I.

RAFAEL QUINTANA (2019), Plumber.

MONTE REED (2016), Custodian I.

KYLE BENDER-REAM (2025), Nursing Lab and Equipment Assistant; BA, Grand Canyon University.

AARON REYNOLDS (2024), Custodian II

CATHY RICKLEY (2001), Administrative Assistant II.

LEVI ROAK (2024), Door Technician Locksmith.

CONSUELO ROBLEDO (2024), Custodian I.

TONIE ROSALES (2021), Custodian II.

VERLYN ROSS (2006), Administrative Assistant II.

MELINDA SCOTT (2012), Administrative Assistant II.

JESSE SMITH (2025), Groundskeeper I.

KRISTY SMITH (2025), Cashier/Student Accounts Specialist; BA, University of Colorado.

SEAN SNYDER (2025), Custodian I.

STACY SOPHER (2022), Library Technician II.

DAVID TAYLOR (1998), LTC Operations I; BS, Colorado Mesa University.

DEREK THORNGREN (2016), Custodian II.

ANDREW TRUJILLO (2023), Facilities Administative Assistant II.

CASEY WALTERS (2019), General Labor.

ERIKA WESTHOFF (2022), Library Technician II.

WILLIAM WHITE (2024), Custodian I.

BRENT WILSON (2021), Custodian II.

DEVON WILSON (2021), Custodian I.

JEROD WILSON (2013), Carpenter.

SETH WILSON (2022), General Labor I; BS, Colorado Mesa University.