2024-2025 College Catalog

Leadership, Administration, Academic & Student Affairs

Leadership Cabinet

Spearman, Howard
President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
– B.S., University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
– M.S.E., University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
– Ph.D., Cardinal Stritch University

Barnes, Keith
Vice President of Equity & Inclusion (CDO)
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Handley, Jim
Vice President of Human Resources (CHRO)
– A.A., Henry Ford College
– B.A., Michigan State University
– M.B.A., Texas Christian University

Jenks, Rick
Vice President of Operations/ Chief Operations Officer (COO)
– A.A.S, Rock Valley College
– B.A., Judson University
– M.B.A., Cardinal Stritch University

Olson, Ellen
Vice President of Finance (CFO)
– B.S., University of Illinois

Peyer, Patrick
Vice President of Student Affairs (CSSO)
– B.S., University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse
– M.S., University of Wisconsin-LaCrosse
– Ed.D., Aurora University

Smith, Amanda

Vice President of Academic Affairs (CAO)
– B.A., Northeastern Illinois University
– M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University
– Ed.D., Capella University

Snider, Heather
Vice President Institutional Effectiveness & Communications
– B.S., Rockford University
– M.S., Illinois State University

Stewart, Hansen
Vice President of CTE & Workforce Development
– B.A., St. Francis College
– MSc. (Teaching Literacy), Touro University
– MSc. (School Leadership), Touro University
– Ed.D., St. Thomas University

Administration

Baumgartner, Danielle
Executive Director of Information Technology
– B.A., Purdue University

Blanchard, Kym
Executive Director of Instructional Design, Teaching & Innovation
– A.A.S., College of DuPage
– B.S., National-Louis University
– M.A., Pacific Oaks College
– Ph.D., Capella University

Brust, Vicki
Project Manager
- B.S.,Michigan Technological University
- PMP, Certified Project Management Professional

Carmon, Cris
Director of Human Resources
- B.S., Bellevue University

Czizek, Autumn
Director of Community Education
- B.A., Buena Vista University
- M.Ed., Beuna Vista University
- MEDL, Concordia University

Davis, Leana
Executive Director of Financial Aid
- B.S., Columbia College
- M.B.A., Columbia College

Dussard, Elaine
Executive Director of TRiO Programs
- B.B.A., Ashford University
- M.B.A., Benedictine University
- Ed. D., Capella University

Freiberg, Brittany
Chief Development Officer
- B.S., College of Charleston

Gear, Melissa
Director - Service Delivery
- A.A.S., Rock Valley College

Gocken, Richard
Director of Institutional Research
- A.A.S., Rock Valley College
- B.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
- M.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

Gregorek, Cheryl
Director - Enterprise Systems
- B.S., Eastern Illinois University
- M.B.A., Benedictine University

James, Theresa
Director of Environmental Safety & Health


Johann, James
Director - POM
- A.G.S, Central Texas College
- A.A.S., CCAF
- B.A., Saint Leo University
- M.B.A, University of Phoenix

Jordan, Nathaniel
Director of Small Business Development
- B.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

Kaufman, Carol

Director of Library Services
- B.S., University of Wisconsin - Madison
- MLIS, University of Wisconsin - Madison

Kerr, Karen

Director of Business Services
- B.A., Salem State College

Lott, Christine
Director of Human Resources
- A.A.S., Rockford Business College
- B.B.A., Baker College

Mack, Lori
Executive Director of Finance
- A.S., Highland Community college
- B.S., University of Phoenix

McDonald, Nancy
Executive Director of Grants & Small Business Development
- A.A., William Rainey Harper College
- A.A.S., William Rainey Harper College
- B.A., Northern Illinois University

Mehlig, Lisa
Executive Director of Outcomes Assessment / HLC Liaison
– B.A., Bradley University
– M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University
– Ed.D., Northern Illinois University

Muhammad, Luevinus
Director of Student Life & Intercultural Student Services
- B.A., Northern Illinois University
- M.S., Northern Illinois University
- Ed.D., Northern Illinois University

Njølstad-Øksnevad, Ellen
Director of Nursing
- B.S.N., Northwestern University
- M.S., Northern Illinois University
- RN, Registered Nurse

Schubert, Grant
Executive Director of Customized Training & Development
- B.A., University of Iowa
- M.A., Bradley University

Sims, Tabitha
Director of Enrolled Services
- B.S.B.A., Illinois State University
- M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University

Taylor, Janet

Executive Director of Facilities & Operations
– A.A.S., Rock Valley College

Thompson, Jennifer

Executive Director of College Communications
– B.A., Monmouth College
– M.A, Northern Illinois University

Tirardo, Gerardo
Director - Network Engineering
- A.A.S., Rock Valley College

Uecker, Jason

Director - POM
- B.A., Northern Illinois University
- M.A.T., Aurora Illinois

Wagner, Tricia
Director of Adult Education
- B.A. Ozark Christian College
- MAICS, Wheaton College

Yehl, Thomas

Chief of Police
– B.S., Illinois State University
– M.S., Lewis University

Academic & Student Affairs - Deans

Agbeko, Joseph
Dean of College Readiness & Learner Support
- B.S., University of Cape Coast
- M.S., Youngstown State University
- M.Ed., American College of Education

Coleman, Kenneth
Dean of Advising & Retention
- B.S., Rutgers University
- M.S., Indiana State University
- Ph.D., Indiana State University

Held, (Timothy) Peter
Dean of Non-Credit Programs
– B.M., Wheaton College
– M.Ed., North Park University

Honu, Yohanes
Dean of Mathematics & Sciences
- B.S., Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Tech.
- M.S., Lakehead University
- Ph.D., Southern Illinois University
- Ed.D., North Central University

Huntley, Terrica
Dean of Students, Title IX Coordinator
ADA Compliance Officer – Students
– B.A. University of Notre Dame
– M.Ed. University of Notre Dame

Lambert, Takeisha V.
Dean of Arts & Social Sciences
– B.A., Wartburg College
– M.Ed., National Louis University

Lanting, Mark
Dean of Communication & Humanities
– A.A., South Suburban College
– B.A., Governors State University
– M.A., Governors State University
– Ed.D., Olivet Nazarene University

Schaefer, Cindi
Dean of Early College
– B.A., Lakeland College - Sheboygan
– M.Ed., University of South Florida
– Ed.D., Northern Illinois University

Schneider, David
Dean of Enrollment Services
– A.A., Rock Valley College
– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Rockford University
– M.B.A., Rockford University

Squicciarini, Dominick
Dean of Career Technical Education
– B.S., University of Miami
– M.P.H., University of Miami
– M.B.A., Kaplan University

Academic Affairs - Faculty

Adolphson, Mark
Associate Professor,
Aviation Maintenance Technology

– A.A.S., Rock Valley College
– FAA Certified A&P Mechanic
– FAA Certified Designated Mechanic Examiner

Anderson, Carol S.
Professor,
Mathematics

– B.S., Ball State University
– M.A., Ball State University

Anderson, Denise
Associate Professor,
Engineering and Technology

– B.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
– M.A.T., Rockford University
– M.S.., University of Wisconsin - Platteville

Azam, Tabinda
Professor,
Life Sciences

– M.B.B.S., Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan
– M.D., Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan

Bacino, (Michelle) Miki
Professor and Academic Chair,
Speech

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Eastern Illinois University
– M.A., Eastern Illinois University
– Ed.D., Northern Illinois University

Bane, George
Associate Professor,
Welding

– A.A.S., Triton College
– Journeyman Tool and Die Maker NTMA
– Certified Welding Inspectior, AWS
– Certified Welding Educator, AWS

Benassi, Krista

Instructor,
Life Sciences

– A.A.S., Kishwaukee College
– B.Sc., UW Platteville
– M.Sc., Northern Illinois University

Betts, Robert R.
Professor,
Speech

– A.A., Richland Community College
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Illinois State University
– Ph.D., University of Wisconsin - Madison

Blaski, Karin
Associate Professor,
Business

– B.S., Millikin University
– M.B.A., Indiana University

Blumlo, Daniel J.
Associate Professor,
History

– B.A., Florida State University
– M.A., Florida State University
– Ph.D., Florida State University

Brinkley, Jason F.
Professor,
Chemistry

– A.S., Elgin Community College
– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Brown, Liz
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Chemistry

– B.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
– M.S., University of Missouri
– Ph.D., University of Missouri

Brun, James

Professor and Academic Chair,
Business Department

– B.A., Rockford College
– J.D., Creighton University

Buss, Katie
Assistant Professor, Fitness, Wellness, & Sport
Academic Chair, Health

– ACSM CPT
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University

Calvagna, Frank
Professor,
Chemistry

– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Carlson, Lea
Associate Professor,
Life Sciences

– A.D.N., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University

Check, Catherine
Professor,
Chemistry

– B.S., University of Texas at San Antonio
– M.S., University of Texas at San Antonio
– M.S., Northern Illinois University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Clark, Thomas R.
Associate Professor,
Engineering and Technology

– B.S., Bradley University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University

Constant, Laura

Assistant Professor and Academic Co-Chair,
Life Sciences

– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., University of Illinois at Chicago

Courtney, Karen
Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., Northwestern University
– M.S., Northwestern University
– M.A., Catholic University of America
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

D’Alonzo, Robert
Professor,
Humanities

– BSFS, Georgetown University
– M.A., University of California - Riverside
– Ph.D., University of California - Riverside

Doetch, Kamey
Assistant Professor,
Fitness, Wellness, & Sport

– B.S., University of Wisconsin-Madison
– M.S., Benedictine University
– RDN, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
– LDN, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist
– CDE, Certified Diabetes Educator

Donahue, Stephen
Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., University of Southern Maine
– M.A., McNeese State University
– M.F.A., McNeese State University
– D.A., Idaho State University

Doyle, Shawn
Associate Professor,
Engineering and Technology

– B.S., Cardinal Stritch University
– M.B.A., Cardinal Stritch University

Dosier, David
Associate Professor,
Sociology

– B.A., Eastern Illinois University
– M.H.R., University of Oklahoma
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Eckert, Brent
Associate Professor,
Technical Services Librarian

– B.A., Kalamazoo College
– M.I.L.S., University of Michigan

Etlinger, Sarah
Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., Skidmore College
– MA., Syracuse University
– Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Figiel-Krueger, Maria
Associate Professor,
Reference Librarian

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Rockford University
– M.S., University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

Fischer-Carlson, Lynn
Professor,
Art

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.F.A., Illinois State University
– M.F.A., Northern Illinois University

Fisher, Erin M.
Professor and Academic Chair,
Psychology

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.S.Ed., Northern Illinois University
– Ph.D., Northcentral University

Flygare, Samantha
Assistant Professor and Program Director,
Respiratory Care

– A.A.S., Mid-State Technical College
– CAN & EMT Certifications, Gateway Technical College
– RCP, Respiratory Care Practitioner

Flynn, Mary
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Early Childhood Education & Education

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Illinois State University
– M.A.T., St. Xavier University
– M.A. Ed. Admin., Northern Illinois University

Foes, Heather R.
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Mathematics

– B.S., Illinois State University
– M.S., Illinois State University

Fustin, Scott
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Graphic Arts Technology

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.F.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., University of Phoenix

Garbe, Christine
Associate Professor,
Nursing

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.S.N., Northern Illinois University
– M.S.N., Western Governors University

Gilbert, Theresa Paulette
Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., Illinois Wesleyan University
– M.A., Stanford University

Glovinsky, Joshua
Associate Professor,
Computer Information Systems

– B.S., Rockford College
– MMIS, Northern Illinois University

Graciana, Lisa

Associate Professor,
Dental Hygiene

– A.A.S., D.H., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
– B.S., Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
– Ed.M., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
– RDH, Registered Dental Hygienist

Greenlee, Lucas
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Engineering and Technology

– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University

Gunsul, Paul
Associate Professor,
Mathematics

– B.A., Judson University
– M.S., Western Illinois University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Hallam, Drew
Instructor,
Aviation Technology

– A.A.S. Aviation Maintenance Technology, Rock Valley College
– Manufacturing Engineering Technology, College of DuPage
– AutoBody & Painting Certificate, Oxnard College
– Inspection Authorization Course, Baker's School of Aeronautics

Hanson, Sharon
Coordinator,
Phlebotomy Program

– B.A., Concordia University
– American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians (ASPT)
– American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Hardesty, Danielle F.F.
Assistant Professor and Academic Chair,
Philosophy

– B.A., University of Notre Dame
– M.A., Arizona State University
– Ph.D., Arizona State University

Hatten, Timothy L.

Professor and Academic Chair,
Fitness, Wellness, and Sport

– A.S., Wabash Valley College
– B.S., Quincy University
– B.A., Quincy University
– M.S., Mississippi State University
– Ph.D., University of Mississippi
Registered Strength and Conditioning ★E
NSCA Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
NSCA Certified Personal Trainer Dartfish Certified Technologist

Haverly, Joseph E.
Professor,
Life Sciences

– B.A., Blackburn University
– M.S., Washington State University

Hazen, Tracy
Associate Professor,
Speech

– B.S., Illinois State University
– M.A., Eastern Illinois University

Heck, Joann
Associate Professor,
Composition and Literature

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Heckman, Greg

Associate Professor,
Aviation Technology

– A.S., Sauk Valley College
– B.S., University of Wisconsin - Platteville
– FAA certified Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic with Inspection Authorization

Hergert, Deena K.
Associate Professor,
Life Sciences

– B.S., Winona State University
– M.S., University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

Hernandez, George
Professor,
Psychology

– B.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
– M.A., University of Illinois - Chicago
– Ph.D., University of Illinois - Chicago

Hernandez, Julie
Professor,
Psychology

– B.A., Ripon College
– M.A., University of Illinois - Chicago
– Ph.D., University of Illinois - Chicago

Higgins, Jessica
Assistant Professor and Academic Chair,
Nursing

– B.S., Chamberlain University
– M.S., Western Governors University

Hilbert, Elroy
Associate Professor,
Aviation Maintenance Technology

– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– FAA certified Airframe and Powerplant mechanic with Inspection Authorization
– FAA Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor

Hoffland, Amanda

Assistant Professor,
Nursing

– B.S.N., Bradley University
– M.S.N.-Ed., Olivet Nazarene University
– RN, Registered Nurse

Holland, Kenosha

Clinical Instructor,
Dental Hygiene

– A.A.S., D.H.,  Rock Valley College
– B.S.D.H., Southern Illinois University at Carbondale
– RDH, Registered Dental Hygienist

Holmes, Joey

Associate Professor,
Life Sciences

– B.S., Troy University
– M.Ag., Texas A&M University
– Ph.D., University of South Dakota

Hose II, Jerry
Associate Professor,
Aviation Technology

– A&P Certificate, Rock Valley College
– FAA certified Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic
– Licensed Private Pilot

Ingle, Beth
Professor,
History

– B.A., Alma College
– M.A., Brandeis University
– Ph.D., Brandeis University

Isham, Bill
Assistant Professor and Academic Chair,
Welding

–  Certificate in Welding Technology, Rock Valley College

Jarvis, Audra A.
Assistant Professor and Academic Chair,
Nursing Assistant Program

– A.A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S.N., Northern Illinois University
– RN, Registered Nurse

Joyner, Christopher
Associate Professor, Music
Academic Chair of Art, Music, & Theatre

– B.A., Clark Atlanta University
– Music Education Certification, University of West Georgia
– M.M., Northern Illinois University

Kasprzak, Douglas
Associate Professor,
Aviation Maintenance Technology

– A.S., Community College of the Air Force
– B.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
– FAA, Certified Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic with Inspection Authorization
– FAA, Designated Mechanic Examiner

Kasten, Lindsey
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Respiratory Care

– A.A.S., R.C., Rock Valley College
– B.S.R.T., University of Cincinnati
– M.S., Northeastern University
– RRT, Registered Respiratory Therapist

Kelley, Michael S.
Professor,
Physical Geography/Atmospheric Sciences

– B.A., University of Colorado
– M.A.G., New Mexico State University

Kieper, Amanda
Professor,
Speech

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Kinney, (Elizabeth) Pearl
Professor,
Chemistry

– B.A., Berea College
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Kosinski, Jenny
Professor,
Sociology

– B.A., Illinois State University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Kram, Colinda
Coordinator,
Medical Assistant Program

– B.B.A., American InterContinental University
– Phlebotomy Technician, Northwest Suburban College

Kunkel, Jennifer
Associate Professor,
Computer Information Systems

– B.A., Augustana College
– M.C.S., University of Illinois - Springfield

LaBuy, Jerry
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Mass Communication
Advisor, The Valley Forge

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., Columbia College
– M.F.A., DePaul University

Leden, Lisa A.
Associate Professor,
Life Sciences

– B.S., Eastern Illinois University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University

Lipton, William
Associate Professor,
Chemistry

– B.S., University of Iowa
– M.A.T., University of Iowa
– M.S., University of Iowa

Lowry-Fritz, Maureen A.

Associate Professor, Political Science
Academic Chair of Economics, History, & Political Science

– B.A., Saint Mary’s College
– M.A., University of Maryland Overseas Graduate Program
– J.D., Loyola University Chicago School of Law
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Mawyer, Robert A.
Professor and Academic Chair,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., Illinois Wesleyan
– M.A., University of Richmond

McClelland, Lora E.
Associate Professor
Nursing

– B.S.N., Mennonite College
– M.S., University of Illinois - Chicago
– RN, Registered Nurse
– CPNP, Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

McCombs, Paul M.

Professor,
Mathematics

– A.A.S., CCAF
– B.S., Appalachian State University
– M.S., Kansas State University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Miller, Cheryl
Assistant Professor,
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

– A.A.S., Harper College
– RN, Registered Nurse

Miller, Michael L.
Associate Professor,
Automotive Service Technology

– A.A.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
– B.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
– C.M.A.T., L1

Miller, Suzanne
Assistant Professor, Psychology
Academic Chair of Anthropology, Criminal Justice, & Sociology

– B.S. University of Phoenix
– M.S. University of IL Urbana Champaign
– M.A. Arizona State University

Morgan, Todd
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Aviation Maintenance Technology

– B.S., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale
– FAA Certified Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic
– FCC GROL
 
Nagy, Moria
Assistant Professor,
Life Sciences

– B.S., John Carroll University
– M.S., Arizona State University

Navickis, Marie
Professor and Academic Chair,
Dental Hygiene

– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S.D.H., University of Iowa
– M.S. DH Ed., University of Missouri - Kansas City
– D.H.Sc., A.T. Still University
– RDH, Registered Dental Hygienist

Oakes, Mathew R.
Associate Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., University of Toronto
– M.A., University of British Columbia
– Ph.D., University of Illinois - Chicago

Olson, Ethan
Assistant Professor,
Aviation Maintenance Technology

– B.S., Lewis University

Paslick, Cassi R.
Professor,
Geology

– B.S., University of Michigan
– M.S., University of Michigan
– Ph.D., University of Michigan

Pease, Megan
Associate Professor,
Life Sciences

– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S., University of Wisconsin - Madison
– M.S., University of Wisconsin - Madison
– Ph.D., University of Wisconsin - Madison

Petty, Jeffrey

Associate Professor,
Welding

– B.S., Western Illinois University

Pierce, Doreen
Coordinator,
Human Services

– B.A., DePaul University
– M.A., State University of New York at Stony Brook

Poore, Jonathan
Associate Professor,
Composition and Literature and ATLE Faculty Liaison

– B.A., University of Nottingham, UK
– M.A., University of Illinois at Chicago
– Ph.D., University of Illinois at Chicago

Quirk, Martin W.
Professor,
History

– B.A., McKendree College
– M.A., Marquette University
– Ph.D., Marquette University

Regnery, Jonathan C.
Instructor,
Mathematics

– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University

Rippentrop, Diana K.
Associate Professor,
Mathematics

– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Illinois State University

Roloff Welch, Jennifer
Associate Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., Augustana College
– M.A.T., University of Illinois - Chicago
– M.Ed., Harvard University
– Ed.D., Harvard University

Rotert, Michelle M.

Professor,
Philosophy

– B.S., Black Hills State College
– Ph.D., University of Iowa

Roth, Chad
Coordinator,
Fire Science

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.A., University of Nebraska - Lincoln
– EMT-P, Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic

Russo, Elizabeth
Professor and Academic Co-Chair,
Life Sciences

– B.S., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
– M.S., University of Southern California

Ruthe, Collin

Coordinator,
Manufacturing Technology

– A.A.S., Rock Valley College

Salem, Yousra
Assistant Professor,
Chemistry

– B.S., Wayne State University
– M.S., Wayne State University

Schiassi, Anthony
Associate Professor,
Aviation Maintenance Technology

– AVM, Lewis University

Shaw, Kerri

Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Sicotte, Charles L.
Associate Professor,
Economics

– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Sides, Molly
Professor,
Composition and Literature

– A.A., Sauk Valley Community College
– B.A., Carthage College
– M.F.A., George Mason University

Sieracki, Mary K.
Associate Professor,
Developmental Reading/Writing

– B.A., Monmouth College
– M.A.T., Rockford University

Skupien, John
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Automotive Service Technology

– A.A.S., Rock Valley College
– C.M.A.T., L1

Smith, Tombi
Associate Professor,
Nursing

– A.A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S.N., Northern Illinois University
– RN, Registered Nurse
– DNP, FNP, University of Illinois at Chicago

Srygler, Robert
Assistant Professor,
Life Sciences

– A.S., Joliet Junior College
– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Northern Illinois University
– PhD, Northern Illinois University

Sugrue, Patrick

Associate Professor,
Mathematics

– B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University
– M.S., Stephen F. Austin State University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Trank, Carl
Assistant Professor,
Mathematics

– B.S., Olivet Nazarene University

Tripp, Jeffrey
Professor (temp), Mathematics
Academic Chair of Remedial RDG, ENG, MTH

– M.A., University of Georgia

Vandre, Catherine
Associate Professor,
Life Sciences

– B.S., University of St. Francis
– Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Vincent, Matthew R.

Professor,
Art

– B.F.A., Rockford University
– M.F.A., Northern Illinois University

Wagner, Brian
Assistant Professor,
Philosophy

– A.A., Vincennes University
– B.A., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University

Walters, William R.

Professor,
Composition and Literature

– B.B.L., Ozark Christian College
– M.A., Fort Hays State University

Wascher, Stephanie
Associate Professor and Academic Chair,
Computers and Information Systems

– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S. Ed., Northern Illinois University

Whitehead, Tammy Y.
Professor and Academic Chair,
Humanities

– B.A., Florida State University
– M.A., Florida State University
– Ph.D., Florida State University

Whitworth, Della

Instructor,
Nursing

– A.A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S.N., Olivet Nazarene University
– M.S.N., Capella University

Wong, Steve
Professor,
Business

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.S., Northwestern University

Woulfe, Eric M.

Associate Professor,
Computers and Info Systems

– B.A., Cardinal Stritch University
– M.S., Cardinal Stritch University

Youngblood, Michael

Professor,
Economics

– B.S., Northern Illinois University
– M.A., Northern Illinois University
– Ph.D., Northern Illinois University

Ziemer, Norbert
Professor,
Engineering & Technology

– B.S. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
– M.S., National Louis University
– Ph.D., Missouri University of Science and Technology

Zimmerman, Gwendolyn
Associate Professor,
Nursing

– A.A. Joliet Junior College
– B.S.N., St. Anthony College of Nursing
– M.S.N., Olivet Nazarene University

Academic Affairs - Sciences Support Staff

Furman, (Katrina) Kati
Lab Manager,
Physical Sciences

– A.A., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Rockford University

Gnewuch, Stephanie
Instructional Lab Technician,
Physical Sciences

– B.S., University of Illinois - Chicago

Stenger, Sasha
Instructional Lab Technician,
Life Sciences

– A.S., Rock Valley College
– B.S., Rockford University

Strong, Lisa
Instructional Lab Technician,
Life Sciences

– B.A., Boston University
– M.A., Southern Illinois University - Carbondale

Academic & Student Affairs Staff

Adult & Developmental Education

Flores, Yazmine
Career Planner,
Dislocated Worker Program


Heilman, Amy
Director,
Refugee Training Program


LaCount, Michele

Career Planner,
Dislocated Worker Program


Rogers, Jackie
Career Planner,
Dislocated Worker Program


Rohrer, Daniel
Career Planner,
Dislocated Worker Program


Romero, Lori
Coordinator,
ABE/ASE Adult Basic Secondary Education


Rosas Morena, Joana
Citizenship Coordinator,
Refugee Training Program


Sims, Tabitha
Director of Enrollment Services,
Dislocated Worker Program


Wagner, Tricia
Director,
ESL, Adult Education & Literacy


Wieland, Paul
Career Planner,
Dislocated Worker Program


Zwirner, Jessica
Coordinator,
ESL, Adult Education & Literacy

Athletics

Graber, Andy
Men’s & Women's Golf Coach

Hall, Tony
Men’s & Women’s Bowling Coach

Herren, Chad
Assistant Athletic Director & Head Baseball Coach

Kearns, Kristen
Athletic Trainer

Monroe, Darin
Athletic Director & Head Softball Coach

Pierce, Kristy
Sports Coordinator & Women’s Volleyball Coach

Ramos, Nicolas
Sports Coordinator & Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Romanello, Tim
Sports Coordinator & Men’s Soccer Coach

Watkins, Darryl
Sports Coordinator & Women’s Basketball Coach

Watkins, Kevan
Sports Coordinator & Women’s Soccer Coach
Student Engagement Coordinator

Foundation

Buerger, Linda
Scholarship and Financial Operations Manager,
Foundation


Freiberg, Brittany
Chief Development Officer,
Foundation


St. John, Rachel
Development & Alumni Relations Director,
Foundation

Industry Partnerships & Community Engagement

Busker, Yvonne
Manager,
Continuing Education


Dal Santo, Jody
Coordinator,
Traffic Safety


Lay, Vicki
Program Director,
Traffic Safety


Lewis, Tammy
Program Director,
Center for Learning in Retirement


Patterson, Kim
Manager,
Community Education & Whiz Kids

Instructional Support Services

Griesbach, Carol
Tutor Supervisor,
Tutoring Center


McKinney, Lori
Manager,
Testing Center


Toole, Emma
Manager,
Learning Supports

Wenner, Lukas
Coordinator,
Circulation Services Library

Student Services

Academic Career & Transfer Advising

Dahle, Vivi
Career and Technical Education Advisor

Diab, Lamis
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Graber, Andy
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Graham, Michele
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Hernandez, Nikki
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Klagues, Timothy
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Llanas, Alina
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Morgan, Jenny
Nursing & Allied Health Advisor

Spielman, Timothy

Director

Villalobos-Hallmann, Betty
Athletic & Aviation Academic Advisor

Westerman, Margaret (Peggy)
Academic & Transfer Advisor

Advanced Technology Center

Haley, Kimberly
Student Services Advisor

Aviation Career Education Center

Morales, Meilyn
Student Services Advisor

Career Services

Lonsway, Amanda
Career Advisor

Dean of Students

Brooks, Takesha
Personal and Success Counselor

Goodloe, Rose

Personal and Success Counselor

McCauley, Andrea
Personal and Success Counselor

Muhammad, Luevinus
Director,
Student Life & Intercultural Student Services


Neisewander, Tasha

Coordinator,
Intercultural Students


Ogbevire, Sheila

Student Activities Coordinator,
Student Life


Disability Support Services

Boge, Rachel
RAISE Program Coordinator

Mahaney, Natalie
Sign Language Interpreter

Shattuck, Lynn

Director
Section 504 Coordinator
Title IX Deputy Coordinator – Students


Stopoulos, Susan
Sign Language Interpreter

Vande Voorde, Cara
Accommodations Specialist

Early College

Baert, Ashley
Bridge Program Coordinator

Neumeyer, Lindsay
Early College Coordinator

Nordstrom, Jennifer

Early College Coordinator

Taylor, Allison
Dual Credit Pathways Specialist

Financial Aid

Anderzon, David
Outreach & Scholarships Coordinator

Herman, Milana
Program Manager

Mirnic, Ana
Program Manager

Tillman, Ryan
Coordinator

First Year Experience

Zika, Amanda
Manager

Records & Registration

Russell, Sarah
Director & Registrar

Recruitment

Busse, Caitlyn
New Student Enrollment Coordinator

Hauser, Casey
Manager of New Student Enrollment

Lopez-Rosa, Mara
Diverse Student nrollment Coordinator

Luft, Alex
CRM Enrollment Coordinator

Perez, Brenda
New Student Enrollment Coordinator

Ramirez, Omar
New Student Enrollment Coordinator

Trio Program

Buerger, Catherine
Project Coordinator

Dussard, Elaine
Executive Director

Horneij, Ashli
Project Coordinator

Theatre & Arts Park

Brady, Christopher
Director

Mechler, Brandon
Technical Director