Faculty
In the alphabetical directory of the Harding University faculty below, each is listed with his or her degree and professional credentials, rank and/or title. The first date indicates the year of employment, the second date the year of appointment to the present rank, and the third date the year of appointment to a current administrative position. An asterisk (*) indicates faculty on leave of absence.
Faculty Leadership Council
Faculty officers are elected to the Faculty Leadership Council (FLC). Visit the FLC page for more information.
Emeritus Faculty
At Harding University, we honor the legacy of our emeritus faculty who have made a lasting impact through their dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service. Their commitment to Christian education and the pursuit of excellence has helped shape the university’s mission and values, leaving a profound influence on generations of students. We celebrate their contributions as part of our rich heritage and are grateful for their enduring presence in the Harding community. Visit the Emeritus Faculty page to view the list of our esteemed emeritus faculty.
Alphabetical Directory of Current Faculty
GERMAN ABARCA, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC (Pittsburg State University)
Assistant Professor of Nursing. 2022.
CATHERINE ACRE, Ed.D., OTR/L, FAOTA (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Associate Professor and Chair of the Occupational Therapy Program. 2022.
AMY ADAIR, Ed.D. (Trevecca Nazarene University)
Associate Professor of Education. 2011, 2018.
JOHN LOCKE ADAIR, J.D. (Faulkner University)
Assistant Professor of Behavioral Science. 2026.
SCOTT E. ADAIR, D.Min. (Fuller Theological Seminary)
Professor and Associate Dean of the College of Bible and Ministry. 2001, 2022, 2025.
DANIEL ADAMS, MFA (Stephen F. Austin State University)
Professor and Director of Harding University in Greece (HUG). 1991, 2006, 2019.
DAVID ADAMS, Ph.D. (University of Kansas)
Professor of History and Political Science. 2007, 2023.
HET ADHVARYU, B.S. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Assistant Professor of Biology. 2026.
OZIOMA U. AKAKURU, Ph.D. (University of Chinese Academy of Sciences)
Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2026.
USENIME AKPANUDO, Ed.D. (Eastern Michigan University)
Professor of Education and Co-Director of Doctoral and Educational Leadership Programs. 2007, 2023.
JENENE ALEXANDER, Ed.D., NCSP, LPC (University of Memphis)
Professor and Director of the Professional Counseling Program. 1990, 2012, 2000.
JEREMY ASHLIN, MSE (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Theatre. 2026.
DANIEL ATCHLEY, Ph.D. (Medical University of South Carolina)
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2021.
DANIEL BAILEY, Pharm.D., BCPS (Harding University)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2017, 2023.
ADAM BAKER, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Education. 2013.
AMELIA BAKER, MLIS (Louisiana State University)
Assistant Professor and Technical Services Librarian. 2021, 2025.
AMY BAKER, M.S., CCC-SLP (University of Central Arkansas)
Instructor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2010.
ANDREW BAKER, Ph.D. (Southern Baptist Theological Seminary)
Assistant Professor of Bible and Ministry, Director of Community Connections. 2005, 2021.
CARRI BAKER, M.A. (University of South Florida)
Instructor and Public Services Librarian. 2024.
KIM A. BAKER-ABRAMS, MSW, LMSW (Arizona State University)
Associate Professor of Behavioral Sciences. 1996, 2005.
CHARLES BANE, Ph.D. (Louisiana State University)
Professor of Communication. 2014, 2023.
PAULETTE BANE, MFA (University of Florida)
Associate Professor of English. 2018, 2024.
STEVEN BARBER, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas)
Professor of Engineering and Physics. 2014, 2026.
CHRIS BARKER, Ph.D. (Middle Tennessee State University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2019.
KLAY BARTEE, Ph.D. (University of Louisiana at Monroe)
Professor and Professional Counselor. 1999, 2025.
COURTNEY BAUMBERGER, Ph.D. (Louisiana State University)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry. 2023.
CLAY BEASON, Ed.D., CSCS (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Professor of Education, Chair of Graduate Studies and Director of the Master of Arts: Excellence in Teaching Program. 2000, 2020, 2023/2019.
BECKY BENNETT, MSE (Harding University)
Lecturer of Biology. 2019.
TIM BERRY, DBA (Argosy University)
Assistant Professor of Business. 2024
MARCUS BINNS, MSN-NE, RN (Missouri State University)
Assistant Professor of Nursing. 2022.
ANDREA BISHOP, Ph.D. (The University of Memphis)
Assistant Professor of Education, Director of Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and Center for Leadership and Development and Executive Director of Online Education. 2023, 2023/2026
JUSTIN BLAND, Ph.D., ACSM-EP (Michigan State University)
Professor and Chair of the Exercise and Sport Sciences Department. 2011, 2026, 2022.
KRISTI BOND, Ph.D. (University of Kansas)
Professor and Chair of the Foreign Languages and International Studies Department. 2011, 2025, 2015.
JOHN BOONE, M.S. (University of Tennessee)
Assistant Professor and Health Sciences Librarian. 2018, 2024.
LAUREN BOONE, M.A. (Auburn University)
Assistant Professor of Education. 2007, 2011.
NICK BOONE, Ph.D. (Auburn University)
Professor of English and Director of the Writing Center. 2007, 2023, 2023.
PATRICK BOWMAN, Th.M. (St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary)
Instructor of Bible and Ministry. 2024.
BRENDA BREEZEEL, MLS (University of Illinois)
Professor and Systems Librarian. 2001, 2025.
STEVEN BREEZEEL, Ph.D. (University of Illinois)
Professor of History and Political Science. 2001, 2019.
MITCHELL BREITWEISER, B.A. (Harding University)
Instructor of Art, Architecture and Design. 2024.
MARK BRENNEMAN, Ph.D. (Auburn University)
Associate Professor of Chemistry. 2026.
GREG BROOKS, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, FAANP (University of Arizona)
Professor of Nursing and Assistant Dean of Student Affairs. 2015, 2023, 2018.
JOSH BROWN, Ph.D. (University of Tennessee Health Science Center)
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. 2010, 2023, 2024.
PHILIP A. BROWN, Ph.D., CPA inactive, CGMA (University of Mississippi)
Professor of Business Administration. 1987, 2010.
RICH BROWN, Ph.D., PCM (Southern Illinois University)
Professor of Business Administration and Chair of the Marketing Department. 2008, 2012, 2016.
JACOB BROWNFIELD, Ed.D. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor and Assistant Provost for Academic Affairs. 2011, 2021, 2026.
BENJAMIN F. BRUNER, Ph.D. (University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center)
Professor of Biology. 2025.
JENNA BUNNER, MSN, RN (Union University)
Assistant Professor of Nursing and ABSN Associate Director. 2024, 2024.
JAMES BURK, Ph.D. (Washington State University)
Professor of Mathematics. 2014, 2026.
STEPHEN A. BURKS, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Professor and Chair of the Kinesiology Department. 1997, 2019, 2010.
KEVIN BURR, Ph.D. (Asbury Theological Seminary)
Assistant Professor and Assistant Dean of Bible and Ministry. 2024, 2026.
AARON BURTCH, M.A. (Abilene Christian University)
Assistant Professor of Communication. 2026.
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ISAAC CANTRELL, MSN, RN (Harding University)
Instructor of Nursing. 2026.
HEATH CARPENTER, Ph.D. (Arkansas State University)
Associate Professor of English, Assistant Dean of Academic Innovation and Collaboration and Director of the Interdisciplinary Studies Program. 2008, 2022, 2024.
SCOTT CARRELL, DMA (University of North Texas)
Professor of Music and Director of Piano Studies. 1998, 2015, 1998.
BARRETT CARTER, Pharm.D., BCPS (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2023.
JESSICA CARTER, Pharm.D., BCPS (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2023.
TIMOTHY CHANCE, M.S., CCC-SLP (University of Central Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Director of Externships. 2009, 2016, 2019.
YUEE CHEN, M.S. (University of Central Arkansas/Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2021, 2024.
STEVE B. CHOATE, MFA, Ph.D. (Florida State University)
Professor of Art, Architecture and Design. 1995, 2026.
BOB CHURCHMAN, DBA, CPA inactive, CGMA (Anderson University)
Professor of Business Administration and Co-Chair of the Accounting and Finance Department. 2004, 2023, 2023/2025.
DONA CLARIN, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC (Samford University)
Associate Professor of Nursing and Family Nurse Practitioner Program Director. 2014, 2020, 2017.
BRADY CLARK, Pharm.D., BCPS (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. 2023.
MICHAEL CLAXTON, Ph.D. (University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill)
Professor of English. 2003, 2020.
STEVE CLOER, D.Min. (Lutheran Seminary)
Associate Professor Harding School of Theology, Director of Center for Church and City Engagement. 2021, 2024, 2024.
ERIC COLGROVE, M.M. (Colorado State University)
Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Instrumental Activities. 2019, 2024.
MISTY COLGROVE, M.A. (Colorado State University)
Lecturer of English and Literature. 2024.
DAVID COLLINS, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Assistant Professor and Dean of Intercultural Education. 1996, 2005, 2022.
ENRIQUE COLON, MFA (University of Notre Dame)
Assistant Professor of Art, Architecture and Design and Coordinator of Graphic Design Program. 2017, 2017, 2023.
ANDREW COOK, DMA (Boston University)
Professor of Music and Director of Jazz Band. 2014, 2023.
KIM COOPER, DNP, RN, CNE (Grand Canyon University)
Associate Professor and Dean of the Carr College of Nursing. 2015, 2022, 2026.
KAREN CORKER, M.S. (Harding University)
Associate Professor of Business Administration and Co-Chair of the Accounting and Finance Department. 2019, 2025, 2022/2025.
BRIAN COX, MSE, ATC, LAT (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sport Sciences and Director of the Athletic Training Education. 2011, 2014, 2011.
MONTE COX, Ph.D. (Trinity International University)
Professor and Dean of the College of Bible and Ministry. 1992, 2016, 2008.
ELIZABETH "NIKKI" CRANE-HASTY, M.Arch. (Louisiana Tech University)
Assistant Professor of Architecture. 2023.
SARAH CRANK, Pharm.D., BCPS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. 2011, 2019, 2024.
DANIEL CROUCH, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Assistant Professor College of Bible and Ministry, David E. Smith Center for Healthcare Ethics & Human Dignity. 2025.
MARK CULLUM, Ph.D. (University of Kentucky)
Associate Professor of Exercise and Sport Sciences. 2008, 2016.
JEREMY DAGGETT, D.Min. (Harding School of Theology)
Assistant Professor and Director of Harding University Latin America (HULA). 2018, 2023.
SHAWN DAGGETT, Th.D. (Boston University)
Professor of Bible and Ministry and Director of the Center for World Missions. 1996, 2017, 2008.
JONATHAN DANNATT, Ph.D. (Michigan University)
Associate Professor of Chemistry. 2026.
JASON DARDEN, D.Min. (Vanderbilt University)
Assistant Professor of Bible and Ministry and Director of the Center for Ministry. 2019, 2023, 2025.
NOAH DARNELL, M.A. (University of Westminster)
Assistant Professor of Communication and Chair of the Communication Department. 2019, 2025, 2025.
TESSA DAVIDSON, MFA (New Hampshire Institute of Art)
Associate Professor of Art, Architecture and Design. 2019, 2025.
JILL DAVIS, M.S. (University of Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Mathematics. 2004, 2012.
TANNON DAVIS, Ph.D. (Capella University)
Assistant Professor and Director of the University Studies Department. 2015, 2021, 2020.
JONI DAY, MCD, CCC-SLP (Arkansas State University)
Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2012, 2019.
MELISSA DeLOACH, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC (University of Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Nursing and Clinical Lead Faculty of ABSN Program (Rogers), 2025.
ALLEN DILES, Th.D. (Charles University, Prague Czech Republic)
Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2005, 2021.
AMANDA DILES, M.S., PA-C (Harding University)
Associate Professor and Academic Director of Physician Assistant Studies. 2014, 2020, 2020.
LUKE DILES, BBA, CPA (Harding University)
Visiting Instructor of Business Administration. 2026.
M. LAURIE NORTON DILES, Ph.D. (University of Oklahoma)
Professor of Communication. 2011, 2021.
AMANDA DILLARD, DPT, PT (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy and Director of Clinical Education. 2024.
KATHY DILLION, Ph.D. (Arkansas State University)
Professor of English and Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. 1998, 2020, 2018.
JARED DOCKERY, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas)
Professor of Communication. 2008, 2024.
NORMA DOMINGUEZ, M.A., CCC-SLP (California State University, Fullerton)
Instructor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2021.
CAROL DOUGLASS, Ed.D. (University of Memphis)
Professor of Education and Director of the Special Education K-12 Program. 2000, 2017, 2013.
DEBORAH G. DUKE, Ed.D. (Memphis State University)
Professor of Mathematics and Assistant Dean for Preprofessional Programs. 1981, 2006, 2011.
JOHN RICHARD DUKE, Ph.D. (University of Mississippi)
Professor of History and Political Science, Chair of the History and Political Science Department and Director of the American Studies Institute. 2014, 2023, 2025/2021.
LAURA EADS, M.M. (University of Mississippi)
Assistant Professor of Music. 2011, 2016.
JONATHAN EDELHUBER, BFA (Harding University)
Instructor of Art, Architecture and Design. 2026.
LEE EDWARDS, Ph.D. (Arkansas State University)
Associate Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2008, 2020.
MORGAN ELAM, M.S., PA-C (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. 2020.
ALYSSA ELLER, MLIS (University of Missouri-Columbia)
Instructor and Technical Services Librarian. 2019.
WENDY ELLIS, Ed.D. (University of Memphis)
Professor of Education and Director of the Graduate Reading Program. 2005, 2023, 2009.
TERRY ENGEL, Ph.D. (University of Southern Mississippi)
Professor of English. 2001, 2019.
MARC FAGER, Ph.D., LPC-S (University of Louisiana-Monroe)
Professor of Education and Director of Field Placement, Professional Counseling. 2012, 2026, 2012.
JOE FAITH, D.Eng. (The George Washington University)
Assistant Professor of Computer Science. 2021, 2024.
APRIL FATULA, M.S. (Arkansas State University)
Assistant Professor of Communication. 2019, 2025.
MICAH FERN, Ph.D. (Auburn University)
Associate Professor of Biology. 2025.
BRITNEY FINLEY, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas-Little Rock)
Associate Professor of Kinesiology. 2017, 2024.
HUNTER FINNEY, Ed.D., DPT, PT (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy. 2022.
KIMBERLY FLOWERS, Ed.D. (Saint Louis University)
Professor of Education and Co-Director of Doctoral and Educational Leadership Programs. 2016, 2023, 2018.
GABRIEL FOUST, Ph.D. (Texas A&M University)
Associate Professor of Computer Science. 2004, 2023.
BEVERLY FROUD, M.S., CFCS (University of Central Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Applied Human Sciences. 2023, 2026
CHARISSA FULLER, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC (Purdue University Global)
Assistant Professor of Nursing. 2022.
CASSIE GANUS, M.S., PA-C (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. 2022.
JESSICA S. GARDNER, MSN, APRN, CPNP-AC (Vanderbilt University)
Assistant Professor of Nursing and Director of Harding University in Zambia (HIZ). 2016.
PATRICK H. GARNER, Ph.D. (University of Oklahoma)
Professor of Communication. 1972, 1987.
ZANE GASTINEAU, Ph.D. (Southern Methodist University)
Professor and Chair of the Engineering Department. 2002, 2012, 2023.
DAVID GERST, M.S., CCP-SLP (Towson University)
Instructor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2026.
LANA GETTMAN, Pharm.D. (University of Southern California)
Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2008, 2023.
LANCE GIBSON, Ph.D. (Auburn University)
Professor of Engineering and Director of the Biomedical Engineering Program. 2010, 2024, 2013.
STACY GIBSON, MFA (Fort Hays State University)
Professor and Chair of the Art, Architecture and Design Department. 2002, 2022, 2023.
JENNA GOVE, MFA (Michigan State University)
Assistant Professor of Theatre. 2026.
MICHAEL GRAGG, MSE, SCCC, CSCS (Harding University)
Instructor of Exercise & Sport Sciences and Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. 2021.
JORDAN GUY, Ph.D. (Asbury Theological Seminary)
Associate Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2016, 2023.
NATHAN GUY, Ph.D (University of Cambridge)
Associate Professor of Bible and Ministry and Director of the David E. Smith Healthcare Ethics and Human Dignity Initiative. 2024.
BENJAMIN HALL, Ph.D. (East Tennessee State University)
Assistant Professor of Psychology. 2024.
ELIZABETH HALL, Ph.D., RDN, LDN (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Assistant Professor of Applied Human Sciences and Director of Applied Dietetics Practice Program. 2021, 2021, 2022.
WHITNEY HAMMES, MSLS (Clarion University of Pennsylvania)
Assistant Professor and Theological Instruction Librarian. 2014, 2021.
BRAD HARDIN, MOT (University of Tennessee Health Sciences Center)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy. 2024.
ANISSA HARRIS, Ed.D. (University of Louisiana at Monroe)
Associate Professor and Director of Assessment for Pharmacy. 2003, 2018, 2018.
GREG HARRIS, Ph.D. (University of Louisiana at Monroe)
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology. 2001, 2007.
JULIE E. HARRIS, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas)
Professor of History and Political Science. 2000, 2017.
JACOB HATVANY, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry. 2024.
LANCE HAWLEY, Ph.D. (University of Wisconsin)
Associate Professor Harding School of Theology. 2015, 2022.
KATHY HELPENSTILL, DSW, LCSW (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Professor of Behavioral Sciences and Director of the Social Work Program. 2012, 2024, 2025.
ALLEN HENDERSON, Ed.D. (Regent University)
Assistant Professor of Education and Director of Lewis "Tony" Finley STEM Center and Director of Middle Level Education. 2004, 2004, 2016/2025.
ALAN HEWETT, M.E., PE (Texas A&M University)
Assistant Professor of Engineering and Director of the Civil Engineering Program. 2018, 2021, 2019.
JULIE HIXSON-WALLACE, Pharm.D. (Mercer University Southern School of Pharmacy), MBA (Harding University), BCPS
Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Dean of the College of Pharmacy. 2006, 2008, 2023.
JASON HOLLAND, Ph.D. (University of Mississippi)
Professor and Chair of Mathematics. 2015, 2026.
MICHELLE HOLLAND, M.Ed. (Harding University), M.A. (University of Wisconsin-Milwaulkee)
Assistant Professor of Foreign Languages and International Studies. 2003, 2011.
SHANN HOLT, M.S., RDN (Colorado State University)
Assistant Professor of Applied Human Sciences. 2025, 2026.
JORDAN HOUSE, D.MIN. (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary)
Assistant Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2026.
LEEANN HOWARD, Ed.D. (Northcentral University)
Associate Professor of Education and Director of the Undergraduate Reading Program. 2015, 2022.
BRYAN LEE HUDKINS, M.A. (Wheaton College)
Instructor of Communication. 2023.
MELINDA HUFF, M.S. (University of Minnesota)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry. 2017, 2020.
AMBER HUG, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Lecturer of Biology. 2005.
LARRY HUNT, Ph.D. (University of Georgia)
Professor of English. 2000, 2018.
DWIGHT E. IRELAND, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas)
Professor of Behavioral Sciences. 1977, 1995.
GARY JACKSON, DRS (Trinity Bible College)
Instructor of Bible and Ministry. 2012.
SAMUEL JEFFREY, M.A. (Pepperdine University)
Assistant Professor of Behavioral Sciences and Director of the Criminal Justice Program. 2015, 2015, 2016.
BEN JONES, M.Ed. (Middle Tennessee State University)
Assistant Professor of Theatre. 2013, 2017.
ELLEN JONES, Pharm.D., M.A., BCACP (Harding University)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2018, 2024.
GENEVIEVE JONES, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Foreign Languages and International Studies. 2008.
MEGAN JONES, M.S., RDN, LDN (University of Memphis)
Assistant Professor of Applied Human Sciences. 2021.
SHANNA JONES, M.Ed., CFCS (Harding University)
Assistant Professor and Chair of Applied Human Sciences. 2018, 2024, 2026.
WHITAKER JORDAN, Ph.D. (University of Kentucky)
Associate Professor of Foreign Languages and International Studies. 2014, 2020.
LANDRY KAMDEM, Ph.D. (Georg-August University of Göttingen), Pharm.D. (State's Academy of Chemistry and Pharmacy)
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Chair of Institutional Review Board. 2010, 2023, 2022.
RUSSELL KECK, Ph.D. (Purdue University)
Associate Professor of English. 2014, 2020.
DAVID KEE, DBA (Grenoble Ecole de Management)
Associate Professor of Business Administration. 2015, 2021.
TRACY KEE, MBA (Harding University)
Instructor of Business Administration. 2025.
KEVIN KEHL, Ed.D. (Baylor University)
Associate Professor and Dean of the Academic Resource Center. 2012, 2022, 2023.
KRISTIN KELLETT, Pharm.D., LMSW, BCMTMS (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy. 2024.
KAREN KELLEY, DNP, RN (University of Central Arkansas)
Associate Professor of Nursing, Director of ABSN Program. 1994, 2024, 2026.
HEATHER KEMPER, MSW (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Instructor of Applied Human Sciences. 2026.
ANITA KILLINS, Ph.D., DPT, PT (University of Central Arkansas)
Professor of Physical Therapy. 2011, 2025.
KEVIN KLEIN, Ph.D. (Florida State University)
Professor of History and Political Science. 1994, 2012.
DEBBIE KNIGHT, Pharm.D., MBA, CDP (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Interprofessional and Co-Curricular Coordinator for the Center for Health Sciences. 2012, 2023, 2020.
JILL KNIGHT, PP-OTD, OTR/L (Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy. 2024.
LAUREN BRYAN KNIGHT, M.A. (King's College London)
Instructor and Director of Harding University Northern European Programs (HUE). 2010, 2016, 2010.
TYLER KNIGHT, MBA (University of Oxford)
Instructor of Business Administration. 2026.
ALYSSA KOAY, DMA (University of Colorado Boulder)
Assistant Professor of Music. 2021.
GREGORY LAING, Ph.D. (Western Michigan University)
Associate Professor of English. 2010, 2023.
KIMBERLY LAING, M.A. (Western Michigan University)
Assistant Professor of History and Political Science and Director of Institutional Assessment and Academic Quality. 2011, 2018, 2026.
ETHAN LASTER, M.A. (Abilene Christian University)
Assistant Professor Harding School of Theology. 2026.
LEO LAWSON, JR., M.S. (St. Leo University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2025.
CHERYL LEE, Ph.D., RN, CNE, COCN (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Professor of Nursing and Assistant Dean for Clinical Education. 1994, 2018, 2014.
RAYMOND "DONNY" LEE, Ed.D. (University of Memphis)
Professor and Dean of the Cannon-Clary College of Education. 1998, 2008, 2015.
ELIZABETH LIGHT, MSW, LCSW (University of Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Behavioral Science. 2026.
MATTHEW LOVE, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Assistant Professor Harding School of Theology. 2024.
BRITTON LYNN, MFA (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Professor and Chair of Theatre. 2003, 2020, 2026.
MARY MADILL, M.S., PA-C (Harding University)
Professor and Chair and Director of the Physician Assistant Program. 2012, 2026, 2020.
RUSSELL MAILE, M.A., PHR (University of Oklahoma)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2026.
JOSHUA MARCUM, D.Min. (Abilene Christian University)
Assistant Professor Harding School of Theology, Director of the Christian Workers Institute. 2026.
KRAIG MARTIN, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2014, 2026.
DENNIS MARQUARDT, Ph.D. (University of Texas at Arlington)
Professor of Business Administration and Dean of the Paul R. Carter College of Business Administration. 2026, 2026.
DARREN MATHEWS, Ed.D. (Harding University)
Associate Professor of Education and Director of the Master of Arts in Teaching Program. 2019, 2025.
DENNIS MATLOCK, Ph.D. (St. Louis University)
Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry. 2000, 2016.
MELODIE MAUNEY, M.S., OTR/L, CLT-LANA (University of Central Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy. 2023.
MENDY McCLELLAND, M.S., M.A., PA-C (Harding University)
Associate Professor of Biology. 2025.
KRISTEN E. McCOOK, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC (Vanderbilt University)
Associate Professor and Associate Dean of the the College of Nursing. 2018, 2025, 2026.
FRANK McCOWN, Ph.D. (Old Dominion University)
Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer Science. 1997, 2023, 2024.
ROBERT McCREADY, Doctorate (University of Toulouse)
Professor of Foreign Languages and International Studies. 2000, 2015.
SHANNON McCURDY, M.Des. (University of Arkansas)
Instructor of Art, Architecture and Design. 2025,
PATRICK McGAHA, Ph.D. (Florida State University)
Professor of Kinesiology and Head Baseball Coach. 2005, 2023.
SARAH McGAHA, MBA, CPA inactive (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2015.
MICHAEL McGALLIARD, Sc.D., PT, COMT (Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center)
Professor of Physical Therapy, Associate Provost of Health Sciences, and Dean of the College of Allied Health. 2010, 2020, 2021.
AMY McGOHAN, MLIS (Florida State University)
Assistant Professor and Associate Library Director. 2015, 2022, 2024.
JESSICA McLARTY, MBA (Harding University)
Instructor of Business Administration. 2019.
TRAVIS McNEAL, Ph.D. (University of Mississippi)
Professor of Behavioral Sciences, Director of Psychology and Chair of the Behavioral Sciences Department. 2009, 2023, 2025.
MELANIE M. MEEKER, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (University of Central Arkansas)
Professor, Program Director, and Department Chair of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2008, 2024, 2018.
LOLITA MEREDITH, Ed.S. (Harding University)
Instructor and Director of the McNair Scholars Program. 2018.
GLEN METHENY, Ph.D. (Regent University)
Professor of Business Administration and Chair of the Management Department 2007, 2023, 2024.
BRAD MILLER, Ph.D. (Georgia Institute of Technology)
Professor of Engineering. 2007, 2018.
JAMES E. MILLER, Ph.D. (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Professor of Communication and Dean of the Honors College. 2004, 2023, 2024.
PHILIP MILLER, MBA (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Business Admininistration. 2025.
JEFFREY MILLS, MBA (Texas A&M University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2026.
NATHAN E. MILLS, Ph.D. (University of Missouri)
Professor of Biology. 2002, 2019.
BRIAN MITCHELL, MSE (Engineering) (University of Texas at Austin)
Instructor of Engineering. 2024.
GREG MOCK, M.D. (University of Minnesota)
Associate Professor and Medical Director of the Physician Assistant Studies Program. 2015.
JESSICA E. MOORE, D.A. (Middle Tennessee State University)
Associate Professor of Kinesiology. 1998.
JUSTIN MOORE, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT-S (University of Louisiana at Monroe)
Professor and Director of the Marriage and Family Counseling Program. 2004, 2021, 2017.
LEWIS L. MOORE, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT-S (University of Nebraska)
Professor of Marriage and Family Counseling and Director of the Counseling Center. 1970, 1986, 1981.
SANDRA MOORE, MNSc, APRN (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Assistant Professor of Nursing, ASBN Clinical Lead Faculty. 2024, 2024.
JEFF MORGAN, M.S. (West Texas State University)
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, University Athletic Director. 1993, 2005, 2018.
ANDREA MORRIS, Ph.D. (George Mason University)
Assistant Professor and Assistant Provost for Curricular and Community Engagement. 2022, 2024.
NICOLE MOUNT, M.S., PA-C (Harding University)
Professor and Clinical Director of the Physician Assistant Studies Program. 2013, 2026, 2022.
LAURA MULVANY, M.A., CCC-SLP (Southeast Missouri State University)
Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Director of On-site Clinic. 2015, 2021, 2019.
ZAC MUNCY, J.D. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Associate Professor of Business Administration. 2010, 2020.
JAIME M. MURPHY, Ph.D. (Clemson University)
Associate Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry and Honors College Academic Director. 2018, 2024, 2026.
STACEY NEELY, M.A. (Texas Woman's University)
Instructor of Music. 2025.
DEBBY NUTT, DNP, RN (University of Alabama at Birmingham)
Professor of Nursing and Director of the Master's Entry into Professional Nursing Program. 2014, 2023, 2020.
DANIEL ODEN, Ph.D. (New York University)
Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2012, 2025.
NOAH OPPERMANN, B.S. (Harding University)
Lecturer of Computer Science. 2026.
BING OUYANG, Ph.D., CPA (Walden University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2025.
RIGEL PAGE, DBA (Liberty University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2020, 2025.
ALLISON PARKER, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Education, Director of the Watson Center and Site Coordinator for Residents and School Partnership. 2020, 2026, 2025.
JOSEPH R. PARKER, MSE (Engineering), PE (University of Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Engineering. 2018, 2025.
TODD PATTEN, Ed.D., LPC-S, NCC (University of Memphis)
Professor and Associate Dean of the Cannon-Clary College of Education and Chair of Mental Health and Wellness Programs. 2004, 2020, 2022/2018.
TRISTAN PENDERGRASS, MBA, FHRS, CCDS, CEPS, CDRMS (University of South Carolina)
Assistant Professor of the Cardiac Function and Interventional Technology Program. 2022.
ERIC PEPPERS, MSN, RN-BC, CMSRN, CMCN, CCM (University of Arkansas Medical Sciences)
Assistant Professor of Nursing. 2026.
MATTHEW PERRING, MSE (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Education. 2021, 2025.
JEFF PETERSON, Ph.D. (Yale University)
Professor of Bible Harding School of Theology. 2024.
BRYAN PHILLIPS, Ph.D., CSCS (University of Arkansas)
Professor of Exercise and Sport Sciences. 1990, 2013.
TRIXIE PITTMAN, Ph.D. (University of Alaska-Fairbanks)
Associate Professor of Biology. 2012, 2018.
AUDRA PLEASANT, J.D. (Pepperdine University School of Law)
Assistant Professor and Executive Director of International Programs. 2019.
KARI POMERENKE, Ed.D. (Nova Southeastern University)
Assistant Professor of Behavioral Science. 2026.
KYLE PULLEN, DMA (Claremont Graduate University)
Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities, University Chorus, and Chamber Singers. 2023.
KEVIN RAMEY, Ph.D., PT (Texas Tech University)
Professor, Chair and Director of the Physical Therapy Program. 2011, 2022, 2019.
REBEKAH RAMPEY, Ph.D. (Rice University)
Professor and Chair of the Biology Department. 2005, 2021, 2018.
BRIANNE RAMSEY, DPT, PT (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy. 2025.
PETER RICE, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Professor of Bible and Dean of the Harding School of Theology. 2013, 2025, 2024.
RODNEY RICHMOND, Pharm.D. (University of Colorado), M.S. (University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill), BCGP, FASCP
Professor and Chair of Pharmacy Practice. 2011, 2021, 2020.
BRETT RIMER, M.A., NBCT (University of New Mexico)
Instructor of English. 2026.
THOMAS RITCHIE, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Director of Women's Intramurals. 2008.
JESSE E. ROBERTSON, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Professor of the College of Bible and Ministry and Director of Equip. 2016, 2023, 2025.
MICHAEL ROBINSON, Ph.D. (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
Associate Professor of Engineering and Director of Engineering Assessment. 2020, 2020, 2022.
STACEY DINEEN RODENBECK, Ph.D. (Indiana University School of Medicine)
Associate Professor of Biology. 2016, 2022.
JACOB ROTICH, MBA (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration. 2023.
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MAC SANDLIN, Ph.D. (University of Dayton)
Associate Professor of Bible and Ministry and Director of Theological Studies Program. 2010, 2022, 2022.
COURTNEY SELBY, Pharm.D., BCACP (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2018, 2024.
KANEMBE SHANACHILUBWA, Ph.D. (The Pennsylvania State University)
Assistant Professor of Engineering. 2024.
KEVIN SHELBY, Ph.D. (University of Louisiana at Monroe)
Associate Professor of Counseling. 2014, 2022.
MELISSA SHIPP, Pharm.D., BCPS (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2012, 2019.
JACK R. SHOCK, Ed.D. (University of Arkansas)
Distinguished Professor of Communication. 1985, 2017.
JONATHAN SINGLETON, Ph.D. (Syracuse University)
Professor and Chair of English Department. 2011, 2026, 2021.
CODY SIPE, Ph.D., M.S. (Purdue University)
Professor of Physical Therapy. 2011, 2022.
CHERI SMITH, Ed.D. (University of Memphis)
Professor of Education, Director of Elementary and Early Childhood/Special Education B-K Programs. 2004, 2025, 2013.
CLAY SMITH, Ph.D. (Baylor University)
Assistant Professor of Bible and Ministry. 2025.
DAVID SMITH, Sc.D., MBA, PT (Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center)
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy. 2015, 2024.
FORREST SMITH, Ph.D. (Texas Tech University)
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2007.
PATTY SMITH, Ph.D., RN, CCRN (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Associate Professor of Nursing and BSN/ABSN Program Director. 2007, 2018, 2018.
RONALD G. SMITH, Ph.D. (University of Tennessee, Knoxville)
Professor of Mathematics. 2007, 2023, 2013.
SUSAN F. CLOUSE SMITH, DNP, APRN, PNP, FNP-BC (Winona State University)
Associate Professor of Nursing. 2016, 2022.
TODD SPARKS, M.Arch. (University of Tennessee Knoxville)
Assistant Professor of Architecture. 2024.
MARTY SPEARS, Ph.D. (Rice University)
Professor of Mathematics and Provost. 2000, 2026, 2016.
PAIGE SPILLMAN, Ed.D., OTR/L, CLT (Liberty University)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy. 2023.
ROBERT M. STEELMAN, B.Arch., AIA (University of Arkansas)
Assistant Professor of Art, Architecture and Design and Director of the Architecture Program. 2022.
DANA STEIL, Ph.D. (The University of Alabama)
Professor of Computer Science and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. 2000, 2026, 2023.
EMILY STEWART, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Nursing. 2026.
JAKE STEWART, Ph.D., PMP, PMI-ACP, CSM (Capella University)
Professor of Business Administration. 2003, 2021.
LAUREN STEWART, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Instructor of Kinesiology. 2024.
JOHN STONE, MBA, Ed.D. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Business Administration and Chair of Information Systems. 2007, 2026.
RYAN STORK, Ph.D. (The University of Texas at Arlington)
Professor of Biology. 2013, 2024.
RAYANNE STORY, Pharm.D. (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Associate Dean for Experiential Education. 2009, 2020, 2024.
DAN STREETY, MFA (School of Visual Arts)
Associate Professor of Communication. 2026.
JEREMIAH SULLINS, Ph.D. (University of Memphis)
Professor of Behavioral Sciences. 2014, 2023.
INNA SWANN, Ph.D., DPT, PT (University of Central Arkansas)
Professor of Physical Therapy. 2011, 2025.
KIMBERLY SWENSON, DNP, RNC-MNN (Chamberlain University)
Associate Professor of Nursing. 2016, 2022.
DEVIN SWINDLE, D.Min. (Harding School of Theology)
Professor of Bible and Ministry, Director for the Center of Preaching, and Co-Director of Lectureship. 2008, 2023, 2021.
O'NEAL TANKERSLEY, B.A. (Harding University)
Missionary in Residence. 2002.
JAMES TARRANT, Ph.D. (University of Texas at Austin)
Professor of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2014, 2023.
CHANTELLE TAYLOR, B.S. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry. 2021.
KIMBERLY TEBO, MSN, RN, CHSE (Walden University)
Instructor of Nursing. 2023.
LEE "WALLY" THOMAS, M.S., PA-C (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant Studies. 2025.
ELIZABETH THOMASON, DPN, APRN, FNP-C (Arkansas State University)
Associate Professor of Nursing. 2019, 2026
GEORGE TOWNSLEY, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, PMH-BC (Walden University)
Assistant Professor of Nursing. 2026.
JAN TRAUGHBER, Ed.D., CCC-SLP (Nova Southeastern University)
Associate Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2009, 2022.
TOD TRAUGHBER, Ed.D. (University of Memphis)
Assistant Professor of Communication. 2025.
KENNETH R. TURLEY, Ph.D., FACSM (University of Texas)
Professor and Chair of the Cardiac Function and Interventional Technology Program. 1997, 2012, 2022.
MALLORY TURNER, Pharm.D., BCPS, BCCP (Harding University)
Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2016, 2023.
PAM VOSS, Ed.D. (University of North Texas)
Assistant Professor of Education, Director of Degree Completion, Chair of Teacher Preparation Programs and Director of the Harding Northwest Arkansas Professional Center. 2023, 2025.
JEAN WALDROP, M.S. (Texas A&M University)
Professor and Director of the Brackett Library. 2006, 2025, 2014.
JAIME WALKER, Ph.D.,CCC-SLP (Texas Women's University)
Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders. 2021, 2024.
LAURIE WALKER, M.S. (Florida Institute of Technology)
Assistant Professor of Mathematics. 2006, 2013.
JAY WALLS, Ph.D. (University of North Texas)
Professor of Music, Chair of the Music Department, Director of the Arts & Life Series, and Concert Choir Director. 2014, 2026, 2020/2017/2023.
KATIE WAMPLER, Ph.D. (Texas Tech University)
Professor of Theatre. 2026.
RICHARD J. WARD, Pharm.D. (University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences), M.S.(Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Assistant Dean for Admissions, and Experiential Education Director. 2016, 2016, 2024.
STEPHEN WARREN, Ed.D. (Union University)
Professor and Director of the Secondary Education Program. 2012, 2022, 2013.
APRIL WATSON, M.A., CCC-SLP (Southeast Missouri State University)
Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Co-Director of On-site Clinic. 2014, 2021, 2019.
R. TODD WATSON, M.S. (Missouri State University)
Assistant Professor of Cardiac Function and Interventional Technology. 2023.
RICHARD WELLS, MSME (University of Dayton)
Associate Professor of Engineering. 2008, 2022.
KARL WENDT, Ph.D. (Saint Louis University)
Professor of Education. 2011, 2022.
ZACHARY WHALEY, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas at Little Rock)
Assistant Professor of Mathematics. 2026.
CINDY L. WHITE, Ph.D. (Colorado State University)
Professor and Chair of the Chemistry and Biochemistry Department. 2012, 2022, 2019.
JESSICA WHITE, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Instructor of Education. 2026.
JONATHAN WHITE, Ph.D. (University of Arkansas)
Professor of Engineering and Director of the Computer Engineering Program. 2005, 2023, 2013.
KACIE WHITE, M.S., OTR/L (University of Alabama at Birmingham)
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy. 2026.
TYLER WHITE, M.S., Ed.S., LPC (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Counseling. 2026.
NATHANIEL WIEWORA, Ph.D. (University of Delaware)
Associate Professor of History and Political Science and Director of the History Graduate Program. 2014, 2021, 2022.
DON WILCOX, Ph.D., PT, (University of Central Arkansas)
Associate Professor of Physical Therapy. 2020, 2026.
SARAH WILHOIT, Ph.D. (The University of Tennessee)
Professor of Art, Architecture and Design and Director of the Interior Design Program. 2009, 2023, 2020.
JENNIFER WILLIAMS, BSN, RN (Harding University)
Lab Instructor of Nursing. 2023.
JERROD WILLIAMS, M.Ed. (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Education. 2024.
MAURICE WILLIAMS, MS, CSCS (Ohio University)
Assistant Professor of Exercise Science. 2026.
TAYLOR WILLIAMS, Ph.D. (Purdue University)
Assistant Professor of Engineering. 2012, 2023.
ALICIA WILLIAMSON, Ph.D. (Regent University)
Assistant Professor of Bible and Ministry and Director of the Center for Family Ministries. 2024, 2025, 2025.
CARL WILLIAMSON, D.Min. (Harding School of Theology)
Associate Professor of Bible and Ministry and Director of Campus Ministry Connections. 2019, 2024, 2026.
HANNAH WOOD, M.A. (George Washington University)
Associate Professor and Archives and Special Collections Librarian. 2011, 2025.
PEYTON WOODRUFF, M.S., LPC-S (Harding University)
Instructor of Behavioral Science. 2026.
CHARLIE WRIGHT, Pharm.D., M.A., BCPS (Harding University)
Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice. 2021.
ERVIN E. "GENE" WRIGHT II, Ph.D., LPC-S, NCC (University of Toledo)
Professor of Education and Director of Clinical Experiences. 2016, 2023.
KWAME YEBOAH, MPH, Ph.D. (Mercer University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences), M.Phil. (University of Ghana)
Professor and Chair of the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2017, 2023, 2022.
KEVIN YOUNGBLOOD, Ph.D. (Southern Baptist Theological Seminary)
Professor of Bible & Ministry. 2010, 2021.
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