Our faculty are eager to share their expertise as well as their commitment to collaboration, innovation, and servant leadership through Concordia’s uncompromising Christian mission.
John Boonenberg
DMA
Assistant Professor
Office: Kreft K210
Phone: (734) 995-7482
Education
- BM - Piano Performance, The University of Michigan (2007)
- MM - Piano Performance, The Juilliard School (2009)
- DMA - Music Performance, University of Michigan (2012)
Teaching Interests
- Parish Music, Worship Arts, Hymnody, Worship Arts Leadership, Music Theory, Music Theory, Piano
Scott O. Chappuis
Ph.D., M.A., B.A., B.S.
Assistant Professor
Office: Kreft 211
Phone: (734) 995-7383
Education
- Ph D - Media & Communication, Bowling Green State University (2018)
- MA - Communication, The University of Akron (2014)
- BA - Communication, Muskingum University (2012)
- BS - Mathematics, Muskingum University (2012)
Research Interests
- Media Bias
- Parasocial Relationships
Teaching Interests
- Media Studies
- Interpersonal Communication
Joseph Dunne
Assistant Professor
Steve Hendrix
Ph.D., M.PA., M.Div., B.A.
Assistant Professor
Office: Science Building 119
Phone: (734) 995-7407
Education
- Ph D - Instructional Leadership and Academic Curriculum, University of Oklahoma (2022)
- M Div - Theology, Nazarene Theological Seminary (1993)
- MS - Political Science - Public Administration, University of Oklahoma (2013)
- BA - Religious Studies, MidAmerica Nazarene University (1984)
Research Interests
- Public Service Motivation
- Political Education
Teaching Interests
- Political Studies
- Political Science
R.S. Hill
Assistant Professor
Bio
Dr. Hill teaches history, with a concentration in United States social and cultural history. His research interests include the history of gender and the family and the scholarship of teaching and learning history.
Education
- Ph D - American history and culture, University of Michigan (2007)
- MA - American Studies, University of Alabama (1999)
- BA - English, University of Southern Mississippi (1997)
Research Interests
- Gender roles over time
- History of the family
Teaching Interests
- United States History
- Western Civilization
Theodore J. Hopkins
Ph.D., M.Div.
Director - Pre-seminary studies for CUAA, Associate Professor
Office: Krieger K-110
Phone: (734) 995-7480
Bio
I am a husband and father, Lutheran pastor and professor, who is particularly interested in Dietrich Bonhoeffer. I began teaching at Concordia University, Ann Arbor in 2015.
Education
- Ph D - Doctrinal Theology, Concordia Seminary (2016)
- M Div - Theology, Concordia Seminary (2011)
- BS - Physics, Valparaiso University (2007)
Contributions
- Hopkins, T. (2021). Christ, Church, and World: Bonhoeffer and Lutheran Ecclesiology after Christendom. (pp. ~200). Lanham, MA: Lexington Books/Fortress Academic Press.
- Hopkins, T. (2020). Luther and Bonhoeffer on the Sermon on the Mount: Similar Tasks, Different Tools. (1 ed.,vol. 7,pp. 34-59). Mequon, WI: Concordia Theological Journal.
- Hopkins, T. (2019). Review of Mark Chavez, American Religion: Contemporary Trends (2nd edition). (1 ed.,vol. 28,pp. 44-45). Logia.
- Hopkins, T. (2018). Review of DeJonge, Michael P. Bonhoeffer’s Reception of Luther. (1 ed.,vol. 6,pp. 91-93). Concordia Theological Journal.
- Hopkins, T. (2018). Theology Is for Confession. (1 ed.,vol. 6,pp. 7-9). Concordia Theological Journal.
Presentations
- Hopkins, T. (2022). Strangers, Yet at Home: Going Beyond the Walls in Humility. Keynote/Plenary Address. Theological Conference 2022: Beyond the Walls with Jesus. Lansing, MI.
- Hopkins, T. (2019). Reading Scripture Against Ourselves: Bonhoeffer's Penitential Hermeneutic. Paper. Devoted: Reforming the Devotional Life (30th annual Theological Symposium). St. Louis, MO.
- Hopkins, T. (2018). The Servant Church: Mission After Christendom. Lecture. St. Luke Lutheran Church Sermon/Bible Study Two-Part Series on The Church's Mission After Christendom. Ann Arbor, MI.
- Hopkins, T. (2018). The Location of Congregational Vocation: The Importance of Place in the Mission of the Church. Oral Presentation. The Lutheran Foundation Grant Workshop. Fort Wayne, IN.
Research Interests
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
- Church and World
Teaching Interests
- Systematic Theology
- Lutheran Confessions
Farah S. Kamw
PhD
Assistant Professor
Office: Science Building 110
Education
- Ph D - Computer Science, Kent State University (2019)
- MS - Computer Science, University of Zakho (2011)
- BS - Computer Science, University of Baghdad (2005)
Contributions
- Ma, C., Zhao, Y., Curtis, A., Kamw, F., AL-Dohuki, S., Yang, J., Jamonnak, S. & Ali, I., (2020). CLEVis: A Semantic Driven Visual Analytics System for Community Level Events. IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications.
- Jamonnak, S., Zhao, Y., Curtis, A., Al-Dohuki, S., Ye, X., Kamw, F. & Yang, J., (2020). GeoVisuals: a visual analytics approach to leverage the potential of spatial videos and associated geonarratives. (pp. 1-21). International Journal of Geographical Information Science. http://dx.doi.org...
- Kamw, F., Al-Dohuki, S., Zhao, Y., Eynon, T., Sheets, D., Yang, J., Ye, X. & Chen, W., (2020). Urban Structure Accessibility Modeling and Visualization for Joint Spatiotemporal Constraints. (1 ed.,vol. 21,pp. 104-116). IEEE Transactions on Intelligent Transportation Systems. http://dx.doi.org...
- AL-Dohuki, S., Kamw, F., Zhao, Y., Ye, X., Yang, J. & Jamonnak, S., (2019). "An Open Source TrajAnalytics Software for Modeling, Transformation and Visualization of Urban Trajectory Data." 2019 IEEE Intelligent Transportation Systems Conference (ITSC). IEEE. http://dx.doi.org...
- Kamw, F., Al-Dohuki, S., Zhao, Y., Yang, J., Ye, X. & Chen, W., (2019). Visually Analyzing Latent Accessibility Clusters of Urban POIs. Porto: 10th EuroVis Workshop on Visual Analytics, Porto, Portugal, June 2019, Eurographics Association.
Research Interests
- Information Visualization and Visual Analytics
- Database Management ( SQL Database, Document Database, Graph Database, Spatial Database)
Teaching Interests
- Database Design
- Programming and Software Engineering
Alex R. Ketchum
PhD
Assistant Professor
Office: Science Building 106a
Phone: (734) 995-7420
Bio
Assistant Professor of Chemistry<br>Department of Physical Sciences
Education
- Ph D - Chemistry, University of Michigan (2016)
- MS - Organic Chemistry, University of Michigan (2012)
- BS - Chemistry, Hope College (2010)
Presentations
- Ketchum, A. & Savage, K. (2022). S-Nitrosotriphenylmethanethiol Exhibits Promising Properties for Improving the Biocompatibility of Silicone Rubber During Blood-Contacting Medical Applications. Poster. ACS CERM Conference 2022. Eastern Michigan University.
Research Interests
- Improving the Biocompatibility of Biomedical Materials
- Pedagogy
Teaching Interests
- Analytical Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
Joshua B. Kittleman
Joshua Kittleman, M.S., B.A.
Assistant Professor
Office: Krieger KRI116
Phone: (734) 995-7398
Bio
Before I began teaching at Concordia Ann Arbor in 2017, I spent 15 years as a Director of Family Life Ministries in the LCMS. I love working with our students.
Education
- MS - Family Life, Concordia University Nebraska (2011)
- BA - Family Life, Concordia University Ann Arbor (2002)
Research Interests
- Effective Family Life Ministry Models
- Youth Culture
Teaching Interests
- Family Life Ministry
- Family Studies
Erin Laverick
Ph.D.
Assistant Vice President, Professor
Office: Kreft 235
Phone: (734) 995-7391
Education
- Ph D - English, Bowling Green State University (2008)
- MA - English, Illinois State University (2002)
- BA - English, University Wisconsin-Green Bay (2000)
Contributions
- Laverick, E. (2020). ""Welcome, Share, Celebrate: Creating a Safe and Inclusive Classroom for ELs"." The New Teacher's Guide to Overcoming Common Challenges: Curated Advice from Award-winning Teachers".
- Laverick, E. (2018). Project-Based Learning to Promote Language Skill Development: A Sample Reflection. In Tomiko Breland (Ed.), TESOL Press. http://blog.tesol...
- Laverick, E. (2018). Project-Based Learning. In Thomas Farrell (Ed.), (1st ed.,pp. 42). Annapolis Junction, MD: TESOL Press. https://sites.tes...
- Laverick, E. (2018). Quick Tip: 4 Steps for Designing and Implementing Project-Based Learning. In Tomiko Breland (Ed.), Alexandria, VA: TESOL Connection. http://newsmanage...
Presentations
- Laverick, E. (2022). "Using a Common Rubric to Assess Visual Literacy". Oral Presentation. Image Resources Interest Group of the International Visual Literacy Association. Virtual.
- Laverick, E. (2021). Diving into the Digital Humanities: Blending Visual Literacy with Rhetorical Analysis. Oral Presentation. International VIsual Literacy Association. Virtual.
- Laverick, E. (2021). Using the Musical Hamilton to Scaffold to Academic Literacy. Oral Presentation. Midwest SoTL. Virtual.
- Laverick, E. & (2020). Two Parents' Preceptions of Remote Learning during COVID-19. Oral Presentation. Tech & Trek. Hiram, OH.
- Laverick, E. (2019). Bridging Cultures through the Digital Humanities. Oral Presentation. Interchanges. Tully Cross, Ireland.
Research Interests
- Culturally relevant teaching practices
- Rhetorical theory and multimodal composing practices
Teaching Interests
- First year writing
- Rhetorical theory and history
Donald W. Little
Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Office: Science Building 106C
Phone: (734) 995-7389
Alex D. Martin
Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Office: Science Building SB114
Phone: (734) 995-7517
Education
- Ph D - Chemistry, Virginia Commonwealth University (2015)
- BS - Chemistry, University of Michigan (2009)
Contributions
- Martin, A., Siamaki, A., Belecki, K. & Gupton, F., (2015). A Flow-based Synthesis of Telmisartan.. (vol. 5(3):145-147.). Journal of Flow Chemistry.
- Martin, A., Siamaki, A., Belecki, K. & Gupton, F., (2014). A Convergent Approach to the Total Synthesis of Telmisartan via a Suzuki Cross-Coupling Reaction between Two Functinoalized Benzimidazoles.. (vol. 80:1915-1919.). Journal of Organic Chemistry.
Presentations
- Martin, A. (2018). Synthesis of Piperidines via an Aza-Prins Cyclization. Oral Presentation. Concordia Faculty Scholarship Week. Ann Arbor, Michigan.
- Martin, A., England, J., Palushaj, N., Palushaj, L. & Masell, C., (2017). Synthesis of Functionalized Dibenzimidazole Precursor of Telmisartan. Poster. ACS Central Regional Meeting 2017. Dearborn, Michigan.
- Martin, A. (2015). Applications of Continuous Chemical Processing in Pharmaceuticals. Oral Presentation. Chemistry Seminar. Rochester, New York.
Research Interests
- Organic Synthesis
- Pharmaceutical Process Development
Teaching Interests
- Organic Chemistry
- Chemistry
Amber Melick
MS, AT, ATC, CAT(C)
Assistant Professor
Office: Ann Arbor North Building N263
Phone: (734) 995-7488
Bio
Amber received her B.S. in Kinesiology-Athletic Training from CSU, Fresno and her M.S. in Kinesiology from CSU, Fullerton. Prior to coming to Ann Arbor, she was an adjunct instructor and certified athletic trainer at Fullerton College.
Education
- MS - Kinesiology, California State University, Fullerton (2008)
- BS - Kinesiology, California State University, Fresno (2006)
Contributions
- Giacomazzi, A. (2018). Juggling Act. Training and Conditioning. http://training-c...
- Giacomazzi, A. (2017). Clinic to the Classroom. Training and Conditioning. http://training-c...
- Melick, A. (2009). Analysis of the Impact Performance of Ice Hockey Helmets Using Two Different Test Methods. (4 ed.,vol. 6,pp. 1-7). Journal of ASTM International.
Research Interests
- Concussions in hockey
- Skin infections in the wrestling population
Teaching Interests
- Athletic Training
- Strength and Conditioning
Neal E. Migan
Ph.D.
Professor
Office: Science Building 118
Phone: (130) 498-7512
Bio
B.A. English: Michigan State University (1993); M.A. English: Michigan State University (1998); Ph.D., Seventeenth-Century British Literature: Purdue University (2004)
Education
- Ph D - Seventeenth-Century British Literature, Purdue University (2004)
- MA - Literature of Early Modern England and the English Renaissance, Michigan State University (1998)
- BA - Literature in English, Michigan State University (1993)
Research Interests
- John Donne
- Seventeenth-Century British Poetry
Teaching Interests
- Shakespeare
- Early Modern British Literature
Timothy Neal
MS, AT, ATC, CCISM
Program Director - Master of Athletic Training Program (Ann Arbor), Assistant Professor
Office: Ann Arbor North Building 260
Phone: (734) 995-7463
Bio
Timothy Neal is an assistant professor in health and human performance, and is the program director of athletic training education. He is very active in scholarship, policy writing, and task forces for the NCAA and the National Athletic Trainers' Association.
Education
- MS - Health Education, Syracuse University (1981)
- BS - Health Education, Ohio University (1979)
Contributions
- Neal, T. (2019). Athletic Training Excellence Starts with Ethics. In none (Ed.), (doi:10.3928/19425864-20190925-01 ed.,vol. November, 2019- on line,pp. 2). Ithaca, NY: Athletic Training and Sports Care.
Presentations
- Neal, T. (2020). Psychological Factors That Moderate and Mediate Response to Injury for the Athlete with ADHD. Lecture. 2020 TATS annual meeting. Nashville, TN.
- Neal, T. (2020). Suicide Risk Assessment in the Secondary School Setting. Lecture. 2020 TATS annual meeting. Nashville, TN.
- Neal, T. (2017). The Other Worst Moments for Student-Athletes: Mental Health Issues. Oral Presentation. America East Conference Health & Safety Summit. Stony Brook, NY.
Research Interests
- Athletic training
- Risk management
Teaching Interests
- Athletic training
- Liability in sports medicine
Georgia Nickerson
Ph.D.
Professor
Office: Science Building 120
Phone: (734) 995-7513
Bio
My lifelong passion for language and artistic expression has brought me to Concordia University, where I share my love of the literary with our students.
Education
- Ph D - English Literature, West Virginia University (2006)
- MA - English Literature, West Virginia University (1998)
- BS - English, Frostburg State University (1995)
Contributions
- Kreiger, G. (2018). "How to Restore an Abandoned Garden at a House You Bought In Ypsi." Bear River Review. Ann Arbor: Bear River Review.
Presentations
- Kreiger, G. (2021). Our Father and My Father: Religion and Child Sexual Abuse in Linda Katherine Cutting’s Memory Slips and Kathryn Harrison’s The Kiss. Paper. Midwestern Modern Language Association Annual Convention. Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- Kreiger, G. (2018). Rescuing Emerson in the Contemporary College Classroom. Oral Presentation. MASAL Annual Conference. Lansing.
Research Interests
- Trauma in Life Writing
- Nineteenth-Century Women Writers
Teaching Interests
- Creative Writing
- American Literature
Christopher J. Niemiec
Associate Professor
Office: Kreft 125
Phone: (734) 995-7591
Education
- MA - Art Education, Art Academy of Cincinnati (2004)
- MFA - Visual Art, Vermont College of Fine Arts (2021)
- BA - Fine Arts, Hillsdale College (1997)
- BA - Post BA Teacher Certification in Art Education, Eastern Michigan University (2007)
Research Interests
- Art Education & Art History
Teaching Interests
- 3D studio courses: 3D Design & Sculpture
- Interior Design/Remodelling
William M. Perrine
PhD - Music Education
Assistant Professor
Office: Kreft 233
Phone: (734) 995-7232
Education
- Ph D - Music Education, Indiana University (2015)
- BA - Music Education, Transylvania University (1997)
- Wind Band Conducting, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2004)
Contributions
- Perrine, W. (2022). Beauty, Truth, and Power: Music Education in a Pluralistic Era. New York NY: Peter Lang Publishing.
- Perrine, W. (2021). The Future of the Wind Band: Philosopher and Practitioner in Dialog. In William M. Perrine (Ed.), Chicago, IL: GIA Publications.
- Perrine, W. (2019). In Loco Parentis and the Politicized Music Education Curriculum. (2 ed.,vol. 27,pp. 171-191). Philosophy of Music Education Review.
- Perrine, W. (2018). Proselytization and Popular Music: A Policy Framework for Religious Musical Expression in the Public Schools. (4 ed.,vol. 118,pp. 1-10). Arts Education Policy Review.
- Perrine, W. (2017). The Perils of Repressive Tolerance in Music Education Curriculum. (2 ed.,vol. 16,pp. 6-38). Action, Criticism, and Theory for Music Education.
Presentations
- Perrine, W. (2020). When Activism Silences Musical Agency: Policy Contradictions in Populist Times. Paper. New Directions Conference: “Embracing Agency and Activism: Policy and the Future of Music Education". Lansing, MI.
- Perrine, W. (2018). Reclaiming Beauty for Music Education. Paper. 33rd ISME World Conference. Baku, Azerbaijan.
- Perrine, W. (2017). A Response to “Mapping the Mountain: An Open Model of Creativity in String Education.”. Paper. ISPME Symposium XI. Volos, Greece.
- Perrine, W. (2017). A Deepening Schism: Conflicts between Critical Pedagogy and the Wind Band. Paper. CBDNA National Conference. Kansas City, MO.
- Perrine, W. (2017). Music Education in the Thinking Chair: The Injustice of Classroom Advocacy . Paper. New Directions Conference: “Musicking equity: Enacting social justice through music education". Lansing, MI.
Research Interests
- Philosophy of Music Education
- Public Policy & Music Education
Teaching Interests
- Directing Instrumental Music
- Music Education
Ryan Peterson
Assistant Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7596
Bio
Rev. Dr. Ryan Peterson serves as Campus Pastor/Assistant Professor of Theology. He oversees the worship life of the campus and teaches The Bible, Christian Faith, and other theology courses.
Education
- D Min - Leadership and Ministry Management, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (2017)
- M Div - Theology, Concordia Seminary (2007)
- BA - Pastoral Ministry/Theological Languages, Concordia University Wisconsin (2003)
Research Interests
- Leadership and Ministry Management
- Missions and Evangelism
Teaching Interests
- The Bible
- Christian Faith/Christian Doctrine
Jonathan D. Reasor
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences
Associate Professor
Office: Science Building S115
Phone: (734) 995-7474
Bio
Jonathan Reasor is a professor of Anatomy and Physiology. His research interests focus on learning and memory from the cellular and behavioral perspective. He investigates the effects of sleep on learning and memory acquisition.
Education
- Ph D - Biological Science, Meharry Medical School (2003)
- BS - Biology , University of Alabama at Brimingham (1992)
Research Interests
- Synaptic Physiology
- Learning and Memory
Teaching Interests
- Anatomy and Physiology I and II
- Pathophysiology
James L. Refenes
Assistant Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7594
Bio
James Refenes teaches biology, environmental and science philosophy courses. He also serves as the Science Dept. Chair on the Ann Arbor campus.
Education
- Ph D - Educational Leadership, Eastern Michigan University (2016)
- MS - Biology, Eastern Michigan University (2010)
- BA - Life Science, Concordia River Forest (1981)
Research Interests
- Higher Education Operations
Teaching Interests
- Science Philosophy
- Creation Science
Timothy A. Reynhout
PhD
Assistant Professor
Office: Science Building 117
Phone: (734) 995-7256
Education
- Ph D - Mathematics, Central Michigan University (2018)
- MS - Mathematics, Central Michigan University (2014)
- BS - Mathematics, Ferris State University (2012)
Research Interests
- Topological recursion
- Random walks
Teaching Interests
- Calculus and related material
- Graph theory
Frank D. Rubino
Master's Clinical Psychology
Assistant Professor
Office: Student Services - CUAA SS131
Phone: (734) 995-4803
Education
- MS - Clinical Psychology, Madonna University (2012)
- BA - History, Madonna University (2002)
- Community Care Counseling / Trauma Focus, Liberty University (2020)
- Police Academy, Wayne County Regional Police Training Center (1993)
Research Interests
- Psychological Trauma
- Fear Response
Teaching Interests
- Criminal Psychology
- Abnormal Psychology
Charles R. Schulz
Ph.D, S.T.M., M.A., M.A., M.Div.
Associate Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7384
Bio
Professor Schulz, Pre-seminary Director, loves helping students realize God's calling. At Concordia since 2001, he also served as pastor of St. Thomas (2005-2014). His hobbies include running, travel, and German.
Education
- Ph D - Historical Theology, Concordia Seminary (2020)
- M Div - Concordia Seminary (1996)
- MA - Christianity and Judaism in Antiquity, University of Virginia (2004)
- MA - Classical Languages, Washington University (1998)
- BA - General Science, Concordia University (1990)
- Exegesis, Concordia Seminary (1998)
Contributions
- Schulz, C. (2018). "Catechism Sermon on the First Article of the Creed." In Benjamin Mayes (Ed.), Luther's Works, Vol. 56, Sermons III. (1 ed.,vol. 56,pp. 307-11). St. Louis, MO: Concordia Publishing House. https://www.cph.o...
- Schulz, C. (2018). "Sermon for Exaudi Sunday Afternoon, On Divorce ." In Chris Brown and Benjamin T. Mayes (Ed.), Luther's Works, Vol. 56, Sermons III, pp. 27-36. (1 ed.,vol. 56,pp. 9). St. Louis, MO: Concordia Publishing House. https://www.cph.o...
- Schulz, C. (2018). "Sermon for the 10th Sunday after Trinity." In Chris Brown and Benjamin T. Mayes (Ed.), Luther's Works, vol 56, Sermons III. (1 ed.,vol. 56,pp. 62-8). St. Louis, MO: Concordia Publishing House. https://www.cph.o...
- Schulz, C. (2018). "Sermon on the Legend of St. Christopher ." In Chris Brown, Benjain Mayes (Ed.), Luther's Works, Sermons III. (vol. 56,pp. 312-7). St. Louis, MO: Concordia Publishing House.
- Schulz, C. (2017). "I said, 'You are gods'": Citations of Psalm 81:6 in the Augustinian Corpus. In Timothy Maschke (Ed.), (2 ed.,vol. 4,pp. 9-26). Mequon, WI: Concordia Theological Journal.
Presentations
- Schulz, C. (2022). Origen's Exegetical Legacy. Paper. Theological Symposium: Search the Scriptures. St. Louis, MO.
- Schulz, C. (2022). Arguing Over the Gods: Apologetic Interpretations of Ps 82:6 in the Fourth Century. Paper. North American Patristics Society Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL.
Research Interests
- Patristics (Church Fathers)
- Theology of the Lord's Supper
Teaching Interests
- Classical Languages
- Church History
Lance M. Shultz
M.S.
Assistant Professor
Office: Science Building 116
Phone: (734) 995-7518
Bio
Interests include education of undergraduate students in pre-nursing and biology programs.
Education
- MS - Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology, University of Michigan (2014)
- BS - Biology, Grand Valley State University (2009)
Presentations
- Fields, M. & Shultz, L. (2021). THE EFFECT OF SILVER INFUSED CLOTHING ON BACTERIA VIABILITY. Poster. MidSURE. Virtual (Michigan State University).
- Fields, M. & Shultz, L. (2020). THE EFFECT OF SILVER INFUSED CLOTHING ON BACTERIA VIABILITY. Poster. MidSURE. Virtual (Michigan State University).
- Shultz, L. & Ambs, M. (2018). Intermittent use of antimicrobial socks does not decrease microbial prevalence in student athletes: a pilot study . Oral Presentation. Concordia University Faculty Scholarship Week. Concordia University Ann Arbor.
Research Interests
- Biofilm development and control of E. coli motility through c-di-GMP
- Microbiology education
Teaching Interests
- Microbiology
- Cell and Molecular Biology
Kristin M. Shuman
Ed.D., RSCC, CSCS
Assistant Professor
Office: Ann Arbor North Building 265
Phone: (734) 995-7492
Bio
Dr. Shuman joined the faculty of CUAA in August 2017. She currently heads the undergraduate Exercise Science program (BS) and the implementation of the programs curriculum. Prior to CUAA, Dr. Shuman was the Director of Strength and Conditioning at Idaho State University, where she designed, implemented, tested, and evaluated over 300 student-athletes. Her experience in the weight room, as well as the copious amount of time spent performing research in the Human Performance Lab has translated directly into the classroom. A Registered Strength and Conditioning Coach (RSCC), a well deserved recognition, as well as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), both through the National Strength and Conditioning Association, makes Dr. Shuman the resident expert on sport performance and injury prevention.
Education
- EDD - Educational Leadership , Idaho State University (2017)
- MPE - Athletic Administration, Idaho State University (2011)
- BS - Sports Medicine, Eastern Michigan University (2008)
Contributions
- Shuman, K. (2019). Grant Proposal Preparation Readiness: A Glimpse at the Education Level of Higher Education Faculty. (1 ed.,vol. 50,pp. 89-107). Journal of Research Administration.
- Shuman, K. (2018). "Considerations for Female Athletes." In Jim Kielbaso and Toby Brooks (Ed.), Principles of Athletic Strength and Conditioning: The Foundations of Success in Training and Developing the Complete Athlete. (pp. 207-215). Plymouth, Michigan : International Youth Conditioning Association.
- Shuman, K. & Appleby, K. (2016). Gender Preference? National Collegiate Athletic Association Division I Student-Athletes and Strength and Conditioning Coaches. (10 ed.,vol. 30,pp. 2924-2933). Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. http://dx.doi.org...
- Meyers, M., Miller, K. & Shuman, K., (2016). Incidence and Severity of Upper Extremity High School Football Trauma on Artificial versus Natural Grass. (vol. 48,pp. 869). Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise. http://dx.doi.org...
- Shuman, K. & Meyers, M. (2015). Skateboarding injuries: An updated review. (3 ed.,vol. 43,pp. 317-323). The Physician and Sportsmedicine. http://dx.doi.org...
Research Interests
- Epidemiology of Sport Injury
- Performance-based Measures
Teaching Interests
- Exercise Physiology
- Strength and Conditioning
Christopher C. Stark
Associate Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7417
Bio
Dr. Stark joined the faculty of Concordia University in 2014. When not busy teaching or researching, Dr. Stark enjoys spending time with his extraordinary wife Rachael. They have one daughter, the beautiful Arianna.
Education
- Ph D - Psychology & Counseling, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (2012)
- MA - Christian Education, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (2006)
- MA - Marriage & Family Counseling, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (2006)
- MS - Agricultural & Biological Engineering, Texas A&M University (2003)
- BS - Agricultural & Biological Engineering, Purdue University (1998)
Research Interests
- Teaching of psychology
- Integrating Christianity into marriage counseling
Teaching Interests
- Counseling skills
- Research methods
Scott E. Yakimow
Ph.D., M.Div., M.A.
Professor
Office: Krieger 114
Phone: (734) 995-7411
Bio
Rev. Dr. Scott Yakimow arrived at Concordia University Ann Arbor after spending five years as a mechanical engineer working in hydraulics, another four as a missionary in both East Africa and Morocco, and five years as an Associate Professor at Concordia - Portland. His academic interests cover the areas of philosophical theology and comparative religion. Most specifically, he is interested in scriptural logics, particularly those exhibited by pre-modern Christian exegesis, contemporary Lutheran theology, and medieval Islamic tafsir, analyzing them through the thought of the American philosopher, Charles S. Peirce and the contemporary Jewish philosopher, Peter Ochs. This interest leads him to investigate such diverse areas such as Lutheran confessional theology, pragmatic philosophy, ethics, scriptural exegesis and Islam. <br><br>Scott is married to Miriam, and they have five children together. His interests include enjoying his family, mountain biking, hiking, reading, and traveling.
Education
- Ph D - Comparative Scripture, Interpretation, and Practice, University of Virginia (2014)
- M Div - Concordia Seminary (2004)
- MA - Comparative Scripture, Interpretation, and Practice, University of Virginia (2011)
- MA - Islamic Studies, Luther Seminary (1999)
- BS - Mechanical Engineering, Valparaiso University (1994)
- Christ College Scholar, Valparaiso University (1994)
- Modern Standard Arabic, Arabic Language Institute in Fez (2006)
Contributions
- Yakimow, S. (2021). Spreading Open the Letter and Peering Inside: Gregory Nazianzen, Scriptural Pragmatism, and Doctrinal Development. In Jacob Goodson (Ed.), (1 ed.,vol. 19,pp. 37). The Journal of Scriptural Reasoning. https://jsr.shant...
- Yakimow, S. (2019). Testing the Spirits: The Early Church on Judging Prophecy and Prophets. In Theodore Hopkins and Scott Yakimow (Ed.), (1 ed.,vol. 6,pp. 13-37). Ann Arbor, MI: Concordia Theological Journal.
- Yakimow, S. (2016). Signs of Transformation: Communicating the Gospel in an Age of Nones and Dones. In Victor Raj (Ed.), (2 ed.,vol. 24,pp. 281-297). Lutheran Mission Matters.
Presentations
- Yakimow, S. (2020). Signs of Transformation: A Semiotic Approach to a Lutheran Engagement with the World. Lecture. Tri-Circuit Gathering. LCMS Michigan District offices.
- Yakimow, S. (2016). Inquiring into Inquiry. Paper. Theological Educators Conference. Irvine, California.
- Yakimow, S. (2015). Proclamatory Pragmatism: An Investigation into the Lutheran Logic of Law and Gospel. Lecture. Puget Sound Pastor's Conference. Whidbey Island, WA.
- Yakimow, S. (2015). The Role of Doctrine in the Church’s Life. Lecture. Oregon Pastor's Conference. Bend, OR.
- Yakimow, S. (2014). Doctrine and Truth. Lecture. Bi-Circuit Gathering. Portland, OR.
Research Interests
- Biblical Interpretation / Hermeneutics
- Theology and Science
Teaching Interests
- Philosophical Theology
- Scriptural Pragmatism
Angie Zhang
Assistant Professor
Adjunct Faculty
Kristin M. Bahleda
Adjunct Professor
Education
- MA - Organismal Biology, Eastern Michigan University (2014)
- BA - Wildlife Ecology, Pre-vet, Purdue University (2010)
Teaching Interests
- Environmental Biology
- Ecology
Catharine Edge
Cheer/Dance PTCoach, Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 624-7983
Education
- MA - Communication Studies, Eastern Michigan (2002)
- MS - Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education, Concordia University Ann Arbor (2020)
Teaching Interests
- Speech, Interpersonal Communication, Small Group Communication
- Coaching, Athletic Administration
- Public Relations
Elizabeth Hartig
MLIS
Coordinator of Library Services, Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 995-7314
Education
- MLS - Academic Library Services, Wayne State University (2016)
- MS - Student Personnel Administration in Higher Education, Concordia University Ann Arbor (2019)
Teaching Interests
- Digital Libraries
Andrew Johnson
MDiv, PhD
Adjunct Professor
Education
- Ph D - Practical Theology, Concordia Seminary (2022)
Rev. Christopher D. Jung
M.A., STM
Adjunct Professor
Bio
Teaching has always been very important to me. I have enjoyed teaching around the country and traveling around the world. Getting the opportunity to teach Spanish and Theology at CUAA is a dream come true for me. As an alum, continuing the next generation of Christian leaders is very exciting.
Education
- MA - Hispanic Language and Culture, Wayne State University (2011)
- STM - Practical Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (2020)
Teaching Interests
- Comparative Romance Language Linguistics
- Reading, Listening, and Processing God's Word
Jessica K. Luckhardt
PhD
Adjunct Professor
Bio
Jessica Luckhardt has been working in higher education for the past 12 years. Prior to joining the faculty at CUAA, Jessica worked with AmeriCorps non-profits (City Year Detroit, Teach for America, and AmeriCorps-St. Louis. Her professional research interests include social justice, civic service, cultural humility, and in her current research position – the lived experience of military families.
Education
- Ph D - Human Science, Saybrook University (2018)
- MA - Multicultural and Transnational literature, East Carolina University (2010)
Elizabeth M. Mitchell
MM, BM
Voice & Musical Theater Faculty, Adjunct Professor
Phone: (734) 358-0261
Bio
Elizabeth Mitchell, Mezzo-Soprano, performs a variety of repertoire ranging from opera to cabaret to art song and has ventured into stage direction. She has sung nationally with Ohio Light Opera, Detroit Opera, Utah Opera, Opera Western Reserve, Opera MODO, and internationally with Oper Im Park in St. Anton am Arlberg, Austria. Awards: 2022 Wilde Award- Best Lead Actress in a Play; 2019 BroadwayWorld Awards: Best Supporting Actress in a Musical.
Education
- BM- Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance, University of Utah (2003)
- MM- Master of Music - Vocal Performance, University of Michigan (2007)
Research Interests
- Vocal Pedagogy
- History of Musical Theater
- Opera
Teaching Interests
- Individual Voice Lessons
- Musical Theater
- Group Voice Class
Rev. Trevor Sutton
Adjunct Professor
Education
- M Div - Concordia Seminary, St. Louis (2012)
- MA - Digital Rhetoric and Professional Writing, Michigan State University (2017)
Amanda Williams
MM, BM
Director of Theatre and the Kreft Arts, Adjunct Professor
Bio
Amanda Williams started at Concordia University Ann Arbor in 2019 and is the Director of Theatre and Kreft Arts. Professor Williams directs the fall theater production, Boar's Head Festival, the spring musical production, oversees student productions, and teaches theater-related courses. She is also the director of event planning for the Kreft Arts Center. Outside of CUAA, she directs locally with groups such as Milan High School, Centerstage Productions, and Horizon Performing Arts. She received her bachelor's from Eastern Michigan University (2016) and her master's from Bowling Green State University (2018) under a full-tuition scholarship. She studied at Utah Vocal Arts Academy, in Graz, Austria with AIMS, and was a young artist with Pittsfield Opera Theatre. She has received coaching from renowned artists such as Dawn Upshaw, Elizabeth Baldwin, Eric Gibson, Monica Swartout-Bebow, and Jane Schoonmaker Rodgers. Her awards include the Sherley Vertte Young Artists Honorable Mention in the Harold Haugh Light Opera Competition, Graduate Division Second Place in the Conrad Art Song Competition, and Junior Division Second Place in the NATS Regional Competition. Likewise, she has enjoyed an active performing career in the community and internationally. She has performed with local groups such as Toledo Opera, UMGASS, and Comic Opera Guild. Her favorite roles include Gretel in Hansel and Gretel, Adele in Die Fledermaus, and Griselda in The Free Lance. She performed in several premiere performances and premiere recordings. Additionally, she was the soprano soloist and section leader at Dixboro United Methodist Church. Outside of theatre, she spends time with her family and Scottish Terrier, Prince. She enjoys swimming, decorating, refinishing vintage furniture, bike riding, reading, and traveling. She is thankful for the Christian community that CUAA fosters and hopes you will join her at this nurturing University.
Education
- BM - Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, Eastern Michigan University (2016)
- MM - Master of Music in Vocal Performance, Bowling Green State University (2018)