Office of the President
Paul C. Stumb IV, University President and Professor
B.I.E., Auburn University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Leslie L. Steele, Executive Director, Office of the President
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Academic Affairs
Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
C. William McKee, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Professor
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ed.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Lanah H. Hale, Executive Assistant to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar, and Academic Affairs Publications Manager
A.A., Cumberland University
Laurie P. Dishman, Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Professor
B.S., Carson-Newman College
M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
S. Christopher Fuller, Dean of the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business, and Professor
B.S., B.S., M.A.M., Ph.D., Auburn University
Mary Bess Griffith, Dean of the Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions, and Associate Professor
B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Tennessee, Memphis
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Sheridan W. S. Henson, Executive Director of Academic Support and Assistant Professor
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University
Jenny L. Mason, Interim Dean, Oakley School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi
William R. Richardson, Executive Director of Community Relations and External Affairs
B.S., University of Tampa
M.S.P., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Office of the Registrar
Tamara J. Pavan, University Registrar
A.A., Northeastern Christian Junior College
B.S., Ohio Valley University
Stephani A. deRouen, Associate Registrar
B.B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Donna S. Hilderbrand, Associate Registrar
B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Lorraine K. Schock, Associate Registrar
A.C.Ed., Moody Bible Institute
B.A., Judson University
Office of Student Success
N. LeAnn Blevins, Director of Career Services and Instructor
A.S., Volunteer State Community College
B.S., M.P.S., Western Kentucky University
Ethan G. Lannom, Director of Student Success and Instructor
B.A., M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University
J. Michael Ripski, University Chaplain and Assistant Professor
B.A., Rhodes College
M.Div., D.Min. Emory University
Doris & Harry Vise University Library
Bettina B. Warkentin, Director of the Library, Librarian, and Instructor
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S., University of Memphis
M.H.A., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.S.I.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Joshua S. Baxter, Archives Assistant
B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University
Jessica R. Fenn, Librarian
A.S., Volunteer State Community College
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.S.I.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Stephen P. Spann, Librarian and Instructor
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.S.I.S., J.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Presidential Papers Project
Mark R. Cheathem, Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers and Professor
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Mississippi State University
James Bradley, Co-Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers
B.A., Marist College
M.A., New York University
Max C. Matherne, Assistant Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers and Assistant Professor
B.A., Grove City College
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Andrew W. Wiley, Associate Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers and Assistant Professor
B.A., M.A., Indiana State University
Ph.D., University of Calgary, Canada
Office of Institutional Research
Larry F. Vaughan, Director of Institutional Research
B.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
P. Ross Haines, Assistant Director of Institutional Research
B.S., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Office of the Dean of Students
Stephanie P. Davis, Dean of Students and Instructor
B.B.A., M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ashley Bateman, Virtual External Counselor
B.A., B.S., Covenant College
M.S.W., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Eddie M. Christian, Director of Counseling
A.A., Cumberland University
B.A., University of Texas, Permian Basin
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Andrea D. Davis, Coordinator of Student Disability Services
B.A., M.S.P., Cumberland University
James H. Jordan, University Organist
A.S., B.A., Cumberland University
Libby A. O'Guin, Director of Student Life
B.S., M.S., Cumberland University
Campus and Financial Services
Ronald D. Ford, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer and Professor
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University
Office of Information Technology
Jerry L. England III, Director of Information Technology
Peter A. Anderson, Help Desk Technician
B.S., University of Louisville
Scott A. Clancy, Desktop Administrator
Kurt R. Gorham, Senior Software Developer
B.B.A., M.B.A., Morehead State University
Mario H. Rancier, Network and Systems Support Specialist
A.S., Salesian Technical Institute
Nicholas J. Reynolds, IT Support Specialist
B.S., Cumberland University
Adam B. Stout, Help Desk Technician
Enrollment Services
Reggie R. Blair, Vice President for Enrollment Services
B.S., M.S., Lipscomb University
Office of Admissions
James D. Vick, Director of Enrollment Services
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Cumberland University
Caroline G. Clements, Assistant Director of Enrollment Services
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Matthew J. Duncan, Senior Operations Analyst
A.S., Volunteer State Community College
Shyan M. Fuller, Enrollment Specialist
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Andrea S. Garrels, Enrollment Specialist for International Students
B.A., University of San Diego
Nova D. Lawrence, Admissions Data Analyst I
Hannah L. Riddle, Enrollment Specialist, Graduate Admissions
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Annah E. Smith, Enrollment Specialist
B.A., Freed-Hardeman University
Jodi M. Sydenstricker, University Concierge
B.S., Cumberland University
Brandon R. Taylor, Enrollment Specialist
B.S., Cumberland University
Hannah E. Webb, Enrollment Specialist
A.S., Northeast State Community College
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Office of Student Financial Services
Beatrice M. LaChance, Executive Director of Student Financial Services
A.S., A.S., Northern Essex Community College
B.B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Secret R. Abernathy, Senior Financial Aid Advisor
Stacy L. Kelly, Associate Director of Financial Aid
B.A., Missouri Western State University
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Susan K. Marshall, Financial Aid Advisor
Jana L. Neffendorf, Financial Aid Coordinator
B.S., M.J.S., Campbellsville University
Dakota J. Netherton, Financial Aid Advisor
B.S., Cumberland University
Christina M. Olin, Accounts Receivable Associate
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
Janet A. Pedigo, Accounts Receivable Associate
Martha S. Reese, Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Diploma, Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Michael S. Rogers, Financial Aid Advisor
B.S., M.S., Cumberland University
Office of Student Retention and Tennessee Promise
Abby H. Pitts, Director of Retention and TN Promise Services, and Instructor
B.S., Berry College
M.A., Shorter University
Tessa B. Barto, Administrative and Outreach Coordinator
B.S., M.S.E.S., Cumberland University
Office of Human Resources
Tammy B. Marshall, Director of Human Resources
B.A., Flagler College
M.S., Troy University
Alana J. Barnett, Human Resources Coordinator and Administrative Assistant
Fiscal Affairs
Judy G. Jordan, Vice President for Finance
B.S., University of North Alabama
Janette E. Beasley, Staff Accountant I and Veterans Liaison
Tausha L. Grady, Senior Accountant
B.S., M.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Carla Haynes, Accounts Payable Associate
B.S., Tennessee State University
Tanya D. Lawson, Controller
B.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Tiffany Edwards, Postmaster
A.S., Roane State Community College
Office of Advancement
Courtney K. Wheeler, Vice President for Advancement
B.A., Texas State University, San Marcus
J.D., Texas Tech University
Virginia H. Bennett, Development Officer
B.A., B.B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Dannielle I. Scott, Advancement Coordinator
Emily C. Shires, Business Analyst
B.S., Cumberland University
Katelyn L. Wolfe, Director, Annual Giving and Alumni
B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Office of Communications and Marketing
Caitlin P. Vaughn, Executive Director of Communications and Marketing
B.B.A., University of Mississippi
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Megan L. Climer, Communications Coordinator
Danielle E. McGahan, Digital Communications Coordinator
A.A., Cumberland University
B.S., Belmont University
Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business
S. Christopher Fuller, Dean of the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business, and Professor
B.S., B.S., M.A.M., Ph.D., Auburn University
Connie M. Sink, Administrative Assistant to the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business
A.A.B., Cumberland University
Eric G. Alspaugh, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A.E., Tennessee State University
Laura H. Bechard, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.Sc., Erskine College
Ph.D., University of Georgia
Zachary L. Brown, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., B.S., M.S., Tennessee Technological University
Danny L. Bryan, Professor of Biology
A.S., Motlow State Community College
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Tennessee Technological University
Laurie P. Dishman, Professor of Mathematics
B.A., Carson Newman University
M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
B. Alison Dorris, Instructor of Biology
B.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ronald D. Ford, Professor of Business
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University
Richard J. Grant, Professor of Finance and Economics
B.A., McMaster University, Canada
Ph.D., George Mason University
Christi D. Griffin, Associate Professor of Health Care Administration
B.S.B.A., University of Alabama, Huntsville
M.H.S.A., George Washington University
J.D., Creighton University
Mary Lewis Haley, Professor of Accounting
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Vichuda K. (June) Hunter, Instructor of Chemistry
B.A., M.S., University of Mississippi
Roger S. Jackson, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., Calvin College
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Valerie B. King, Assistant Professor of Marketing
B.B.A., M.B.A., Belmont University
D.B.A., Argosy University
Eric A. Landis, Associate Professor of Management and Faculty Athletic Representative
B.A., M.A., University of Alabama
D.M., University of Phoenix
Max Melnikov, Professor of Economics and Finance
B.S., M.S., Dnipropetrovsk National University (Ukraine)
M.A., D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Robert H. Nichols, Jr., Professor of Physics and Information Technology
A.S., Young Harris College
B.S., Davidson College
M.A., Ph.D., Washington University, St. Louis
Paul M. Percy, Professor of Business
B.S., Houghton College
M.B.A., State University of New York, Buffalo
Ph.D., University of Kentucky
Julie B. Phillips, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., University of California, Merced
Sarah S. Pierce, Professor of Chemistry
B.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Milton W. Sager, III, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., State University of New York, Fredonia
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Stephen P. Shao, Jr., Associate Professor of Business
B.A., University of Virginia
M.B.A., Old Dominion University
Ph.D., University of Maryland, College Park
Karah S. Sprouse, Assistant Professor of Business
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., University of Mississippi
D.B.A., Liberty University
Paul C. Stumb, University President and Professor
B.I.E., Auburn University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
William L. Tune, Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Ph.D., Indiana University
Rena L. Waller, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., Arkansas State University
M.S.E., University of Texas, Austin
Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business Adjunct Faculty
James Bakuli, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., University of Ghana (Republic of Ghana)
M.A., Central Michigan University
M.A., Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Rachel N. Benton, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., M.B.A., Bethel University
Dywuan E. Brown, Adjunct Instructor of Marketing
B.B.A., Tennessee State University
M.B.A., University of Phoenix
Haley M. Curtis, Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry
B.S., M.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ian C. Hawkins, Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry
B.S., East Carolina University
M.S., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Gary C. Heartfield, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., University of South Florida
M.S., Florida Institute of Technology
Frances A. Hohimer, Adjunct Instructor of Computer Information Systems
A.A., Volunteer State Community College
B.S., Union University
M.A., University of Alabama
Jacqueline O. Isaacs, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., Oral Roberts University
M.B.A., Johns Hopkins University
Jay A. Kill, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., Ohio State University
M.S., Argosy University
Kathleen Mandato, Adjunct Instructor of Health Care Administration
B.A., University of the South, Sewanee
M.B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University
Ph.D., Capella University
Alan L. Matthews, Adjunct Instructor of Computer Information Systems
B.S., Southern Nazarene University
M.B.A., Central Oklahoma University
Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University
P. Henry Meadows, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., M.S., Western Kentucky University
Trichi L. Murphy, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., M.S., Ed.S., William Carey University
Protik Nandy, Adjunct Instructor of Economics
B.S., University of Calcutta (Republic of India)
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Janet M. Percy, Adjunct Instructor of Accounting
B.S., Houghton College
M.Acc., East Tennessee State University
J. Daniel Privott, Adjunct Instructor of Accounting
B.S., Wake Forest University
M.B.A., Vanderbilt University
Andrew J. Reynolds, Adjunct Instructor of Biology
B.S., Cumberland University
M.S., American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Netherland Antilles
Russell R. Skoglund, Adjunct Instructor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Tennessee Technological University
Anthony L. Smith, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., Jackson College of Ministries
M.A., Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University
Chad S. Smith, Adjunct Instructor of Computer Information Systems
B.B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University
M.B.A., Cumberland University
Noa D. Stroop, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., M.B.A., Tennessee Technological University
Kenneth L. Thomas, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
A.A., Freed Hardeman University
B.S., Tennessee Tech University
M.A.R., Lipscomb University
Cammy R. Tidwell, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., University of Mississippi
M.C.S., Mississippi College
Natalie N. Walker, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., M.B.A., Florida A & M University
D.B.A., Keiser University
Stephanie N. Welch, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., M.Ed., Vanderbilt University
Oakley School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts
Jenny L. Mason, Interim Dean of the Oakley School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts and Associate Professor of Psychology
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi
M. Anna Forsee, Administrative Assistant to the Oakley School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts
B.S., Auburn University
M.A., Harvard University
Karen B. Hobson, Education Licensure Officer
B.B.A., M.A.E., Cumberland University
Lee D. Austin, Instructor of Music
B.A., M.A., Cumberland University
Joseph W. Bates, Assistant Professor of Art and Design
B.F.A., Cumberland University
M.F.A., Arizona State University
Rachael C. Bible, Assistant Professor of Anthropology
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Ph.D., Texas A & M University, College Station
Sean B. Bortz, Assistant Professor of History
B.A., Norwich University
M.S.Ed., University of Kentucky
M.T.S., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Christopher S. Byrd, Instructor of Theatre
B.A., M.A., Cumberland University
Mark R. Cheathem, Professor of History and Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Mississippi State University
Anna M. Davis, Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., University of Memphis
Peg R. Fredi, Assistant Professor of Art
A.A., Hiwassee College
A.A.S., Nashville State Community College
B.A., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.A., Cumberland University
M.F.A., Lesley University (Art Institute of Boston)
Ph.D., Heritage International Bible College and Seminary
Sandee L. Gertz, Assistant Professor of English
M.A., M.F.A., Wilkes University
Kent J. Hallman, Assistant Professor of Sociology
B.A., M.Div., M.A., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., Oslo University (Kingdom of Norway)
Stuart E. Harris, Professor of English
B.S., B.A., Belmont University
M.A., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Sara E. Hays, Assistant Professor of English
B.A., Emmanuel College
M.A., Belmont University
Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Fred E. Heifner, Professor of Anthropology, Philosophy, and Religion
B.A., Louisiana College
M.Div., Th.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Guy Thackston Professor of Liberal Arts
Sheridan W. S. Henson, Executive Director of Academic Support and Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies
B.A, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University
Natalie R. Inman, Associate Professor of History
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Jaclyn K. Jennings, Instructor of English
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Western Kentucky University
Wyatt V. Keener, Instructor of English
B.A., Union University
M.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Suzann B. Lafferty, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
B.A., University of Southern California
M.F.S., National University
M.A., University of Memphis
Tommy P. Thompson Professor of Criminal Justice
Max C. Matherne, Assistant Professor of History and Assistant Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers
B.A., Grove City College
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Whitney M. Matthews, Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., Western Kentucky University
M.A.T., Belmont University
Ed.S., Austin Peay State University
Sean P. McDaniel, Assistant Professor of History
B.A. University of Michigan
M.A., Wayne State University
Ph.D., Michigan State University
C. William McKee, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Professor
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ed.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Larry T. Menefee, Professor of Communications and Theatre
B.A., Lipscomb University
M.A., Southern Illinois University
Ph.D., University of Denver
Tara Mitchel Mielnik, Assistant Professor of History
B.A., Sewanee: The University of the South
M.A., Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Kerry A. Moore, Assistant Professor of English
B.S., M.A., University of North Carolina, Charlotte
M.F.A., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Roshanda S. Odom, Assistant Professor of Education
B.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ed.S., Ed.D., Union University
Barbara N. Parker, Assistant Professor of Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Middle Tennessee State University
J. Michael Pigg, Assistant Professor of Education
B.S., Lipscomb University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Carson-Newman University
Ed.D., Lipscomb University
A. Wayne Ray III, Instructor of Music and Athletic Band Director
B.A., Cumberland University
M.M.E., Old Dominion University
Michael C. Rex, Associate Professor of English
B.A., Sam Houston State University
M.A., Texas A & M University, College Station
Ph.D., Wayne State University
J. Michael Ripski, Assistant Professor of Foundations of Scholarship and Learning, Religion, and University Chaplain
B.A., Rhodes College
M.Div., D.Min., Emory University
Ted C. Rose, Professor of Art
B.A., Lipscomb University
M.A.E., Edinboro State University
M.F.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Daniel T. Rousseau, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
B.A., University of Central Florida
M.A.E., Central Michigan University
D.C.J., California University of Pennsylvania
Sandra H. Smith, Associate Professor of Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Cyndy Stone Allen, Assistant Professor of Education
A.S., Motlow State Community College
B.S., M.Ed., Ed.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Summer B. Vertrees, Assistant Professor of English
B.S., M.A., Tennessee Technological University
George L. Walker, Associate Professor of Physical Education and Athletic Coaching
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Andrew W. Wiley, Assistant Professor of History
B.A., M.A., Indiana State University
Ph.D., University of Calgary (Canada)
Jessica R. Bilbrey Worthington, Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.A., Cleveland State University
M.C.J., Tiffin University
Ph.D., Capella University
School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts Adjunct Faculty
Richard S. Adams, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.M., Berklee College of Music
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
D.M.A., University of Memphis
Elizabeth L. Anderson, Adjunct Instructor of English
A.A., Nashville State Community College
B.S., B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A.Ed., Austin Peay State University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Sharon K. Anderson, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Sydne A. Anderson, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., Fisk University
M.S., Lipscomb University
Weslea C. Bell, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Mississippi College
M.A., Mississippi State University
L. Cheryl Bevill, Adjunct Instructor of Spanish
B.A., M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Gregory W. Bronson, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Simyka M. Carlton, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., Bethel University
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Walden University
Gabrielle L. Chapman, Adjunct Instructor of Sociology
B.A., M.S., Clemson University
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Thomas W. (Toby) Compton, Adjunct Instructor of Public Service Management
B.A., Lipscomb University
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Korey E. Cooper, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
A.S., Kaplan College for Professional Studies
B.S., M.S., Southwest University
M.S., Tennessee State University
John R. Cox, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Robert C. Cox, Adjunct Instructor of Public Service Management
B.A., Vanderbilt University
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Joseph E. Craig, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.S., University of Tennessee, Martin
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Karli Brito Cunha, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.F.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Timothy C. Davis, Adjunct Instructor of English
M.F.A., Queens University of Charlotte
Susan A. DeMay, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.A., Eckerd College
M.S., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)
M.A., Tennessee Technological University
Eli A. Dickinson, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.S., University of North Alabama
M.S., Western Kentucky University
Sandra L. Elliott, Adjunct Instructor of Music and Director of Choirs
A.A., Cumberland University
B.A., Samford University
M.C.M., Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Stephen B. Finch, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Education
B.S.F.S., Georgetown University
M.S.Ed., University of Southern Maine
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)
William H. Fitzhugh, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.S., M.Mu., Austin Peay State University
Richard P. Garvin, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.B.A., Philander Smith College
M.A., Fisk University
Ph.D., Trevecca Nazarene University
Sally H. Govan, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.F.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.F.A., University of Hartford
Lisa K. Harris-Overstreet, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.S., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Tawnee R. Hegree, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education and Athletic Coaching
A.A., Antelope Valley College
B.S., M.Ed., Cumberland University
Joyce K. Hendrixson, Adjunct Instructor of Sociology
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A., Indiana University
Jennifer L. Hixon, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.S., Northwestern State University
M.A., Psy.D., Alliant International University
William P. Huber, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
C. Alan Hutchison, Adjunct Instructor of Speech
B.A., M.A., Lipscomb University
M.A., Austin Peay State University
Nathan R. James, Adjunct Instructor of Political Science
B.S., Lambuth University
B.S., Westminster College Oxford University
M.P.A., Tennessee State University
David A. Johnson, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Taylor B. Johnson, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., University of South Florida
Roy L. Jones, Adjunct Instructor of Public Service Management
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.P., Cumberland University
J.D., Nashville School of Law
Christopher T. Link, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.S., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Lipscomb University
Cecilia J. Lockhart, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., South Carolina State University
M.A., Tennessee State University
Damon J. MacNaught, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.A., Hartwick College
M.F.A., University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana
Thomas A. Maynard, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.A., Western Kentucky University
J.D., Nashville School of Law
Michael J. McDermott, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Lipscomb University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Amy L. Mears, Adjunct Instructor of Religion
B.A., Furman University
M.Div., Ph.D., The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Joshua R. Mills, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., Tennessee Technological University
Karen L. Mills, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Pennsylvania State University
M.F.A., Spaulding University
Julie W. O'Bryant, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Wright State University
M.S., Louisiana State University, Lafayette
Jessica L. Padgett, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education
B.A., Mount Holyoke College
M.Ed., University of Washington
M.S.E.S., Cumberland University
Janet M. Parker, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., Michigan State University
M.A., Austin Peay State University
Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Joy S. Patton, Adjunct Instructor of Political Science
B.A., Centre College
M.S., Troy State University
Ph.D., The University of Southern Mississippi
W. Luke Patton, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Lyon College
M.A., University of Memphis
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
J. Michael Poindexter, Adjunct Instructor of Fine Arts
B.F.A., Memphis College of Art
M.F.A., Yale University School of Art
Laura L. Redmond, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., Oakland University
Jennifer E. Ruch, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.S., M.A., Texas State University
David P. Sartor, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.Mus., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Mus., Middle Tennessee State University
Rory D. Sellgren, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Alvernia College
M.A., Claremont School of Theology
M.A., Ph.D., University of Leeds (United Kingdom)
Robert W. Shankle, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., University of North Carolina, Greensboro
Shelby N. Shelton, Assistant Director of Athletic Bands and Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., Lidenwood University
B.Ed., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Laura M. Short, Adjunct Instructor of Anthropology
B.A., Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Ph.D., Texas A & M University, College Station
Layla J. Smallwood, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.Ed., Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Jason B. Smith, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education and Exercise and Sport Science
B.S., M.A., Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Holly A. Staggs, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.A., Southern New Hampshire University
Matthew T. Swank, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., Ida College
M.S., Argosy University
Christopher W. Tucker, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.A., Southern New Hampshire University
M.A.L.S., Dartmouth College
M.A., Clark University
Joel F. Wade, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
Trina H. Winters, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.S., Xavier University of Louisiana
M.S., Lipscomb University
Caitlyn D. Wollett, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.M., Bethel University
M.M., Austin Peay State University
Kate E. Worley, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University
M.T.S., Vanderbilt University
M.A., Trevecca Nazarene University
Eugenia R. (Jenny) Yelen, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., M.F.T., Trevecca Nazarene University
Joseph A. Zajdel, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.A., Otterbein University
M.Ed., Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Foundations of Scholarship and Learning
Foundations of Scholarship and Learning
Tessa B. Barto, Administrative and Outreach Coordinator and Instructor
B.S., M.S.E.S., Cumberland University
N. LeAnn Blevins, Director of Career Services and Instructor
A.S., Volunteer State Community College
B.S., M.P.S., Western Kentucky University
Stephanie P. Davis, Dean of Students and Instructor
B.B.A., M.S.P., Cumberland University
Peg R. Fredi, Assistant Professor of Art
A.A., Hiwassee College
A.A.S., Nashville State Community College
B.A., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.A. Cumberland University
M.F.A., Lesley University (Art Institute of Boston)
Ph.D., Heritage International Bible College and Seminary
P. Ross Haines, Assistant Director of Institutional Research
B.S., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Sheridan W. S. Henson, Executive Director of Academic Support and Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University
Roger B. Jackson, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., Calvin College
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
Jaclyn K. Jennings, Instructor of English
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Western Kentucky University
Ethan G. Lannom, Director of Student Success, and Instructor
B.A., M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University
Abby H. Pitts, Director of Retention and TN Promise Services, and Instructor
B.S., Berry College
M.A., Shorter University
William R. Richardson, Executive Director of Community Relations and External Affairs, and Instructor
B.S., University of Tampa
M.S.P., M.B.A., Cumberland University
J. Michael Ripski, Assistant Professor of Foundations of Scholarship and Learning, Religion, and University Chaplain
B.A., Rhodes College
M.Div., D.Min., Emory University
Leslie L. Steele, Executive Coordinator to the President and Instructor
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Cyndy Stone Allen, Assistant Professor of Education
A.S., Motlow State Community College
B.S., M.Ed., Ed.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University
The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions
Mary Bess Griffith, Dean, Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions and Associate Professor
B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Tennessee, Memphis
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Kristin L. Kannon, Office Manager
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.B.A., Cumberland University
Ray Lynn Crutcher, Director of Operations
Katie L. Arnold, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training and Athletic Trainer
B.S., M.A.E., Cumberland University
D.H.Ed., Still University
Marcia E. Barnes, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Tennessee State University
M.S.N., D.N.P., Vanderbilt University
Jessica H. Barré, Instructor of Nursing
A.S., Northeast Alabama Community College
B.S.N., Auburn University
M.S.N., University of Alabama, Huntsville
Diane L. Businda, Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Tennessee State University
B.S.N., Belmont University
M.S.N., Walden University
Rebecca E. Chatham, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Ashley S. Corn, Instructor of Nursing
B.A., B.S., Ohio State University
B.S.N., University of Cincinnati
M.A., University of Hawaii, Manoa
D.N.P., Ohio State University
Claudia D. Davis, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Coe College
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
Kelcey N. Flagg, Instructor of Nursing and Laboratory Coordinator
B.S.N., Austin Peay State University
M.S.N., Union University
Jayne Forest, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Phoenix
M.S.N., University of New Mexico
Whitney M. Graves, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training
B.S., Valdosta State University
M.S., Troy University
D.A.T., Indiana State University
Jason S. Grindstaff, Professor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.A., Dakota Wesleyan University
M.S., M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Kathryn W. Hockaday, Instructor of Nursing
A.D.N., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
B.S.N., Aquinas College
M.S.N., Loyola University, New Orleans
James E. Holbrook, Associate Professor of Sport Management
B.A., Morehead State University
M.S., Eastern Kentucky University
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Joy D. Kimbrell, Professor of Nursing
A.S.N., B.S.N., East Tennessee State University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
D.N.P., Union University
Kathryn A. McDearman, Instructor of Nursing
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
Amy K. Robertson, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Belmont University
Melissa F. Somerville, Assistant Professor of Nursing
A.D.N., Alvin Community College
B.S.N., University of Phoenix
M.S.N., Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., Capella University
Jennifer L. Spires, Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
D.N.P., University of Alabama, Huntsville
Richard M. Storie II, Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.Ed., University of Toledo
M.S., Adelphi University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University
John J. Whicker, Instructor of Nursing
A.S., Nashville State Community College
B.S.N., M.S.N., Cumberland University
Julie A. Windmiller, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Indiana University
M.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University
J. Michelle Zuercher, Instructor of Nursing
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
B.S.N., M.S.N., Cumberland University
The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions Adjunct Teaching Faculty
Katie W. Franklin, Adjunct Instructor of Sport Management
B.S., M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Osman F. Gabure, Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee State University
D.N.P., University of Alabama, Huntsville
J. Bradley Jordan, Adjunct Instructor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.S., Cumberland University
M.S., Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University
Morgan P. Kendrick, Adjunct Instructor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
D.P.T., Tennessee State University
Ronda S. Landers, Associate Professor of Nursing
A.D.N., Stanley Community College
B.S.N., Chamberlain College of Nursing
M.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University
D.N.P., Capella University
Kristina M. Medinger, Adjunct Instructor of Athletic Training
B.S., Methodist University
M.S., California University of Pennsylvania
D.A.T., Temple University
Jason B. Smith, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education and Athletic Coaching and Exercise and Sport Science
B.S., M.A., Ed.D., Tennessee State University
Daniel R. Walen, Adjunct Instructor of Athletic Training
B.S., University of Michigan
M.S., Northwestern State University
D.A.T., Indiana State University
The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions Adjunct Clinical Faculty
Redor N. Abdullah, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee State University
Lauren J. Boston, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
Joseph W. Callis, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
Erin E. Colson, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Tennessee, Martin
Tiffany L. Edmondson, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Northern Kentucky University
Ashley E. Erickson, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S., B.S.N., Southern Adventist University
Stacey A. Fuhrmann, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Chamberlain College of Nursing
M.S.N., Western Governors University
Crystal C. Hawkins, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
Carolyn A. Henry, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.A.S., B.S.N., Austin Peay State University
Brittany N. Hilson, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
B.S.N., Cumberland University
M.S.N., Western Governors University
Trisha L. Holman, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S., University of Memphis
B.S.N., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.N., Western Governors University
Michelle L. Holtgraewe, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., D.N.P., Tennessee Technological University
Kaylen L. Jones, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
Tanya D. Kelley, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Excelsior College
B.S.N., M.S.N, Western Governors University
Tifany L. Makuch, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S., B.S.N., Adventist University of Health Sciences
Rebecca N. Miller, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S., University of Maryland
M.S., Georgia State University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
Christy D. O'Connell, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Cumberland University
Eyitemi K. Owens, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S., B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee State University
Retha L. Parker, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S, B.S.N, Middle Tennessee State University
M.S.N., University of Alabama, Huntsville
Angela L. Rushing, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee State University
Deana M. Schoelzel, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
Kristina A. Stafford, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University
Laurel B. Stevens, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.P.A., B.B.A., University of Alaska, Anchorage
Lorie M. Valentin, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Texas
M.S.N., Walden University
Katelyn R. Vaughan, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
B.A., B.A., Converse College
Suzanne Wetzel-Ray, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Tennessee State University
B.S.N., M.B.A., M.S.N., Cumberland University
Teresa L. Wilson, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Western Governors University
Athletic Department
Ronald P. Pavan, Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure and Director of Athletics
A.A., Northeastern Christian Junior College
B.A., Lubbock Christian University
M.A., West Virginia University
Shelia C. Crockett, Assistant Athletic Director
B.S., Cumberland University
M.B.A., King University
Brittany E. McWilliams, Administrative Assistant
B.A., San Diego State University
Ronald G. Hunt, Assistant Athletic Director, Fundraising
B.S., Belmont University
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Eric A. Landis, Associate Professor of Management and Faculty Athletic Representative
B.A., M.A., University of Alabama
D.M., University of Phoenix
Kyle B. Allen, Sports Information Director
B.S., M.A., Cumberland University
Katie L. Arnold, Instructor in Athletic Training and Director of Athletic Training
B.S., M.A.E., Cumberland University
D.H.Ed., Still University
Scott E. Barbe, Head Coach, Men's Volleyball
B.B.A., M.S.M., Walsh College
Kalea Y. Barnett, Assistant Coach, Cheerleading and Dance
B.B.A., Cumberland University
Christopher L. Barton, Assistant Coach, Football
B.A., Georgia Southern University
Shelby N. Beam, Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball
B.A., Georgetown College
Tyler K. Bennett, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Kent State University
M.S., Tennessee Technological University
Scott A. Blum, Head Coach, Women's Basketball
B.A., Grace College
M.A., Ball State University
Spencer R. Claypool, Head Coach, E-Sports
B.S., Kentucky Wesleyan University
M.S.E.S., Cumberland University
Ruth S. Currie, Head Coach, Cheerleading
A.A., Ruthledge College
Scott J. Davidson, Head Coach, Women's Soccer
B.A., Bryan College
M.A.T., Trevecca Nazarene University
Thomas J. Denney, Associate Broadcasting Director
C. Austin Dillard, Head Coach, Strength & Conditioning
B.S., Georgia Southern University
M.Ed., University of Akron
Eric D. Evans, Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball
Sara J. Farris, Athletic Trainer
B.S., University of North Florida
M.S.E.S., Cumberland University
James S. Hicks III, Head Coach, Wrestling
B.A., Campbellsville University
Christina M. Hollis, Head Coach, Bowling
B.A., M.B.A., University of Pikeville
Tyler P. Hott, Athletic Trainer
B.S., M.S., Shenandoah University
Ryan L. Hunt, Head Coach, Baseball
B.S., M.A.E., Cumberland University
Bentley R. Jones, Assistant Coach, Baseball
A.S., Dyersburg State Community College
B.S., Cumberland University
Shane J. Keely, Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer
B.P.S., University of Memphis
M.B.A., Christian Brothers University
Christian M. Kiesel, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Heidelberg University
M.S., State University of New York College, Cortland
Jeremy R. Lewis, Head Coach, Men's Basketball
B.S., Cumberland University
Thiago De Lins Oliveira, Head Coach, Men's Tennis
B.S., Bethel College
M.A., Cumberland University
Broc A. Loveless, Assistant Coach, Football
B.S., Cumberland University
Karen N. Martinez Bernal, Head Coach, Women's Tennis
B.S., University of South Carolina
M.B.A., Emporia State University
Tim L. Mathis, Head Coach, Football
B.A., Georgia Southern University
M.A., Shorter University
Brett J. Neffendorf, Assistant Coach, Baseball
B.S., Oregon State University
M.S., Campbellsville University
Atsu Nyamadi, Assistant Coach, Track and Field
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Macie D. Pringle, Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball
B.S., University of Alabama
Kalyn M. Pruett, Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
Marcelle A. Scales, Head Coach, Men's and Women's Track and Field
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
James E. Seckel, Head Coach, Men's and Women's Cross Country
B.S., United State Military Academy
Taurean C. Smith, Assistant Coach, Football
B.S., Western Kentucky University
Tyler S. Smith, Assistant Coach, Wrestling
B.S., Cumberland University
M.A., Southeastern University
Stephanie G. Theall, Head Coach, Softball
B.S., M.S.S.E.P., Cumberland University
Hannah M. Vadakin, Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball
B.A., Coker College
Richard W. Williams, Head Coach, Golf and Games Operations Director
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Taylor R. Woodring, Assistant Coach, Softball
B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University
Athletic Training Preceptors
Tyler K. Bennett, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Kent State University
M.S., Tennessee State University
Marissa Cantrell, Athletic Trainer
B.A., Mount Marty University
M.S., Augustana University
Sara J. Farris, Head Athletic Trainer
B.S., University of North Florida
M.S.E.S., Cumberland University
Tyler Hott, Athletic Trainer
B.S., M.S., Shenandoah University
Christian Kiesel, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Heidelberg University
M.S., State University of New York College, Cortland
B. Alex Page, Athletic Trainer
B.S., University of Alabama
M.S., Eastern Michigan University
James Wilson, Athletic Trainer
B.S., University of South Carolina
M.S., East Stroudsburg University
Emeriti Faculty
Marjorie Anderson, Emerita Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., Wake Forest University
M.Ed., Ph.D., University of North Carolina, Greensboro
W. Russell Cheatham, Emeritus Professor of Criminal Justice and Public Administration
B.S., University of North Alabama
B.S., Auburn University
M.C.J., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Mississippi State University
K. Charles Collier, Emeritus Professor of Education
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)
Kim Y. Finch, Emerita Associate Professor of Education
B.S., Sung-Shin Womens University, Korea
M.A., Fayetteville State University
C.A.S., University of Southern Maine
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peaybody College)
Stephen B. Finch, Emeritus Assistant Professor of Education
B.S., Georgetown University
M.S.Ed., University of Southern Maine
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)
Dorothy D. Jenkins, Emerita Professor of Developmental Studies and Special Education
B.A., Samford University
M.A., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)
Ed.S., Appalachian State University
Fay G. McRady, Emerita Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Vanderbilt University
M.S.N., Texas Women's University
Wilbur L. (Pete) Peterson, Emeritus Professor of Biology and Vice President for Academic Affairs
B.A., California State University, Humbolt
Ph.D., University of Alberta (Canada)
Board of Trust
Cumberland University is operated by a self-perpetuating Board of Trust. Trustees represent broad and varied interests, abilities, and experiences. The Board of Trust is charged with making policy decisions and ensuring the future advancement of Cumberland University. The Trustees are divided into annual classes, emeritus members and a life trustee.
*Alumni of Cumberland University
Officers
Winstead P. Bone, III *, Chairman
William L. Vallett, Jr., Vice Chairman
Cathy F. Gracey *, Secretary
J. Samuel Hatcher *, Member
J. Roderick Heller, III, Member
William C. Koch, Jr., Member
Robert L. McDonald, Member
Lewis N. Rankin*, Member
Michael J. Spalding, Member
Class of 2021
Winstead P. Bone, III*
Lebanon, TN
Partner, Wilson County Motor Company
André L. Churchwell
Brentwood, TN
Physician
Interim Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion/Chief Diversity Officer, Vanderbilt University
Cathy F. Gracey*
Nashville, TN
Independent Health and Wellness Professional
Charles V. Hagood*
Goodlettesville, TN
Partner, Practice Leader
Press Ganey, Incorporated
Damon H. Petty
Physician
Nashville, TN
Michael J. Spalding
Nashville, TN
Physician
President, Equal Chance for Education
Class of 2022
J. Randall Clemons*
Lebanon, TN
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Wilson Bank and Trust (Retired)
Laura A. Daily
Lebanon, TN
Senior Vice President of Retail, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
William C. Koch, Jr.
Nashville, TN
Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court (Retired)
President and Dean, Nashville School of Law
Michael A. Moscardelli
Lebanon, TN
Co-Owner, Real Property, LP
C. Wright Pinson
Nashville, TN
Deputy CEO and Chief Health Systems Officer, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Rob E. Porter
Lebanon, TN
President and CEO, Civil Site Design Group, PLLC
G. Edward Powell
Nashville, TN
CEO,Intellectual Property Management
Lewis W. Rankin*
Brentwood, TN
Chief Executive Officer (retired)
Crain Construction Incorporated
Frank I. Rudy
Nashville, TN
Attorney and Partner, Rudy Winstead Turner, PLLC
Robert N. Vero
Gallatin, TN
Chief Executive Officer, Centerstone, Tennessee (Retired)
Class of 2023
W. Joseph Adams
Lebanon, TN
Main Street Property Management, LLC
Harold G. Bone, Jr.*
Lebanon, TN
President, Bone & Associates
Jessica P. Fain*
Lebanon, TN
Chief Strategy Officer, YMCA of Middle Tennessee
J. Samuel Hatcher*
Lebanon, TN
Chief Executive Officer, First Light
J. Roderick Heller, III
Franklin, TN
Attorney, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Carnton Capital Associates
Jack D. Lowery
Lebanon, TN
CEO, LoJac Companies, LLC
Senior Partner, Lowery, Lowery & Cherry
Robert L. McDonald
Old Hickory, TN
President, CedarStone Bank
Thomas P. Pate
Smyrna, TN
Vice President Operations Business Model and New Unit Openings
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Incorporated
Mark G. Riggins*
Cumming, GA
Owner, Delta Financial Services
Edward L. Thackston
Nashville, TN
Emeritus Professor, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Vanderbilt University
William L. Vallett, Jr.
Old Hickory, TN
Chief Executive Officer
Lochinvar, LLC
Life Trustee
Robert C. Bone
Lebanon, TN
Physician (Retired)
Trustee Emeritus
Martha M. Bradshaw
Nashville, TN
Vice President for Development, Chi Omega Fraternity (Retired)
Robert N. Clement
Nashville, TN
Former President, Cumberland University
Former United States Representative (5th District, Tennessee)
Sandra Duncan
Nashville, TN
Vice President, Tenco Services, Inc.
Albert A. Gore, Jr.
Nashville, TN
Former Vice President, United States of America and United State Senator and Representative
Jim K. Lancaster
Lebanon, TN
Agency Manager, Farm Bureau Insurance (Retired)
Lynn H. Lester
Lebanon, TN
Businesswoman and Civic Leader
Robert H. Traeger
Nashville, TN
Vice President, and General Manager, Toshiba America, Incorporated (Retired)
A C Wharton, Jr.
Memphis, TN
Attorney, The A C Wharton Group
Former Mayor, City of Memphis, Tennessee
Former Mayor, Shelby County, Tennessee