Faculty

Adonyi, Yoni, Omer Blodgett Endowed Chair Professor of Materials Joining Engineering.  B.S., Timisoara Polytechnical Institute, 1976; M.S., The Ohio State University, 1986; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1989; Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas.  Since 1996.

Ames, Jimmy R., Professor of Teacher Education.  B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University, 1972; M.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University, 1977; Ed.D., Oklahoma State University, 1982.  Since 2001.

Anderson, Larry A., Professor of Mathematics and Chair of the Department of Mathematics. B.S., Wheaton College, 1967; M.S., Purdue University, 1969; Ph.D., Purdue University, 1974.  Since 1974.

Armstrong, Stephen., Professor of Mathematics.  B.Mus., Crown College, 1967; B.S., University of Minnesota, 1969; M.A.T., Bowling Green State University, 1975; Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 1984.  Since 1979.

Ayers, Stephen R., Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology.  B.Eng., University of Southern Queensland, 1994; Ph.D., University of Southern Queensland, 2001.  Since 2004.

Baas, Brent L., Professor of Computer Science and Chair of the Department of Computer Science.  B.A., Calvin College, 1985; M.S., Western Michigan University, 1987; Ph.D., Wayne State University, 1993.  Since 1992. 

Baker, Kathryn C., Instructor of Kinesiology.  B.S., University of Houston, 1971, M.Ed., University of Houston, 1981. Since 2008.

Ball, Steven L.,  Professor of Physics and Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Physics.  B.Sc., Baker University, 1984; Ph.D., University of Kansas, 1989.  Since 2001.

Baney, Richard D., Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1970; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 2001; Registered Professional Engineer, States of Oklahoma and Texas.  Since 1997.

Batts, Martin, Professor of English and Biblical Studies.  B.A., Calvin College, 1965; M.Div., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 1971; S.T.M., Dallas Theological Seminary, 1977; M.A., University of Dallas, 1981; Ph.D., University of Dallas, 1983.  Since 1983.

Bitikofer, Lauren G., Associate Professor of Flight Science and Chair of the Department of Flight Science.  A.S., LeTourneau University, 1975; B.S., LeTourneau University, 1988; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1989; FAA Certificates:  A&P, IA, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating, MEI, CFI and CFII Airplanes, CFI Helicopters, and Designated Mechanic and Test Examiner.  Since 1977.

Carlson, Fredric J., Professor of Business Administration.  B.S.B.A., Drake University, 1955; M.B.A., Michigan State University, 1965; Ph.D., Saint Louis University, 1982.  Since 1986.

Castro, Juan R., Professor of Business Administration.  B.S., University of New Orleans, 1993; M.S., University of New Orleans, 1995; Ph.D., University of New Orleans, 2000.  Since 2001.

Cavins, Andrew Cody., Instructor, Kinesiology and Head Volleyball Coach, B.A., Baylor University, 2004; M.S., University of Georgia, 2009.  Since 2009.

Chase, Bruce A., Assistant Professor of Flight Science and Assistant Chief Flight Instructor.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1992; M.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, 2005.  FAA Certificates:  Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating, MEI, CFI and CFII Airplanes, A&P, FAA Aviation Safety Counselor.  Since 1992.

Compton, Randall D., Associate Professor of English. B.A., Covenant College, 1987; M.A., Angelo State University, 1990; Ph.D., University of North Texas, 1994; M. Div., Reformed Theological Seminary, 1997. Since 2007.

Coppinger, Stanley K., Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Professor of English.  B.A., Biola University, 1984; M.A., Tarleton State University, 1990; Ph.D., Baylor University, 2001.  Since 2001.

Davis, Robert L., Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Men's Basketball Coach. B.S., Midland Lutheran College, 1971; M.Ed., Colorado State University, 1981. Since 2005.

DeBoer, Gary D., Professor of Chemistry.  B.A., Calvin College, 1986; Ph.D., University of Iowa, 1998.  Since 1998.

Driver, Robert E., Professor of Finance and Business.  B.S., The Citadel, 1956; M.B.A., University of Houston, 1970; Ph.D., University of Texas, 1973.  Since 2002.

Elliott, Andrée F., Assistant Professor of Biology.  B.S., Louisiana Tech University, 1980 ; M.S., Texas Woman’s University, 1999.  Since 2003.

Erickstad, S.  Roger, Associate Professor of Mathematics.  B.S.M.E., North Dakota State University, 1956; M.S., Case Western Reserve University, 1963.  Since 1969.

Fairweather, Kenneth F., Associate Professor of Business Administration.  A.A.S., Eastfield College, 1978; B.A., Moody Bible Institute, 1984; M.B.A., Amber University, 1987; D.B.A., Nova Southeastern University, 2004.  Since 1993.

Farrell, P. Andrew, Assistant Professor of Applied Aviation Science.  B.A., Moody Bible Institute, 1988; M.A., Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, 1997; FAA Certificates:  A&P and Designated Engineering Representative; FCC General Radiotelephone.  Since 2001.

Feezell, John T., Professor of Business Administration.  B.A., Point Loma College, 1969; M.A., Claremont Graduate School, 1972; Ph.D., Claremont Graduate School, 1978.  Since 1992.

Forringer, Edward R., Assistant Professor of Physics.  B.S., Guilford College, 1995; M.S., Michigan State University, 1997; Ph.D., Michigan State University, 2004.  Since 2001.

Fortier, Sean M., Professor of Aeronautical Science and Chair of the Department of Applied Aviation Sciences.  B.S., Moody Bible Institute, 1991; M.S., Louisiana State University at Shreveport, 1998; FAA Certificates:  A&P, Private Pilot, and FCC General Radiotelephone.  Since 1994.

Foulk, Jerry L., Instructor of Applied Aviation Sciences.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1975.  FAA Certificates:  A&P and Designated Mechanic Examiner.  Since 2003.

Gaiser, Joseph C., Associate Professor of Design Technology.  B.S., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 1966; M.Ed., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 1968.  Since 1980.

Gonzalez, Roger V., Professor of Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering, Associate Dean of the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology, and Associate Vice President for Scholarship and Research.  B.S., University of Texas at El Paso, 1986; M.S., University of Texas at Austin, 1990; Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin, 1994.  Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas. Since 1996.

Graff, R. William, Professor of Electrical Engineering.  B.S.E.E., Purdue University, 1960; M.S.E.E., Purdue University, 1962; Ph.D., Purdue University, 1967; Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas.  Since 1975.

Green, Carol C., Associate Professor of History and Vice President for the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. B.A., Southwestern Oklahoma State University, 1989; M.A., Texas Tech University, 1992; Ph.D., Texas Tech University, 1999. Since 2008.

Green, Matthew G., Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering. B.S., Texas A & M University, 1998; M.S., University of Texas at Austin, 2001. Since 2005.

Haesecke, Matthew S., Instructor, Kinesiology and Head Men's Soccer Coach.  B.A., Moody Bible Institue, 1995; M.S., University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, 2001.  Since 2009.

Harriss, Robin, Instructor of Kinesiology and Baseball Coach. B.A., Texas Tech University, 1995; M.S. Northeastern State University, 2003. Since 2006.

Hellmuth, Thomas E., Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Dean of the School of Engineering and Engineering Technology.  B.S., Rice University, 1978; M.S., Colorado State University, 1980; Ph.D., New Mexico State University, 1995.  Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas.  Since 1998.

Hood, Renate V., Associate Professor of Biblical Studies.  M.B.O., Amersfoortse Laboratoriumschool, The Netherlands, 1988; Ing., Hogeschool Utrecht, The Netherlands, 1993; M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1998; Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2002.  Since 2003.

Hudson, Robert W., Professor of Education and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.  B.A., Southern Nazarene University, 1967; M.A., The American University, 1971; Ed.D, University of Houston, 1977.  Since 1994.

Iordache, Marian V., Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering.  B.S., Politehnica University of Bucharest, Romania, 1996; M.S., Politehnica University of Bucharest, Romania, 1997; Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, 2004.  Since 2004.

Jacobs, Wayne J.,  Professor of Kinesiology, Dean of the School of Education and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology.  B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1985; M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1988; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 1994.  Since 2001.

Jarstfer, Amiel G., Professor of Biology, Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences and Chair of the Department of Biology.  B.S., Friends University, 1983; Ph.D., University of Florida, 1993.  Since 1995.

Johnson, Robert A., Associate Professor of History.  B.A., Southwest Texas State University, 1986; M.A., University of Texas at San Antonio, 1994; Ph.D., Texas Christian University, 2001.  Since 2001.

Kim, Joonwan,  Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering.  B.S., Dae-Gu University, Korea, 1993; M.S., University of Alabama, 1998; Ph.D, University of Alabama, 2003.  Since 2003.

Knouse, Lois E., Associate Professor of Mathematics.  B.A., LeTourneau University, 1967; M.M., University of Tennessee, 1969.  Since 1982.

Kubricht, A. Paul, Professor of History and Chair of the Department of History and Political Science.  B.A., Greenville College, 1968; M.A., The Ohio State University, 1970; Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 1974.  Since 1974.

Lee, B. Kyun, Professor of Mechanical Engineering.  B.S., Young-Nam University, 1980; M.S., Oregon State University, 1986; M.A., Northwest Christian College, 1988; Ph.D., Oregon State University, 1988; M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1994.  Since 1988.

Leiffer, Paul R., Professor of Electrical and Biomedical Engineering and Chair of the Department of Engineering.  B.A., State University of New York at Buffalo, 1968; B.S.E.E., State University of New York at Buffalo, 1968; M.S., Drexel University, 1973; Ph.D., Drexel University, 1977; Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas.  Since 1979.

Mason, Steven D., Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies. B.B.A., Baylor University, 1998; Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary, 2002; M. Litt, University of St. Andrews, Scotland, 2003; Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, Scotland, 2006. Since 2006.

Matthews, Warren T., Professor of Business.  B.A., Texas A&M University, 1966; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 1972. Since 2004. 

Mays, Patrick E., Associate Professor of Christian Ministry.  B.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1983; M.Div., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1989; Th.M., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1994; Ph.D., Asbury Theological Seminary, 1999.  Since 2003.

Mazzella, Andrew A., Missionary-in-Residence,  A.A., Northeastern Bible College 1980; B.A., Biola University, 1981; M.C., University of Washington, 1984.  Since 2009.

McElroy, Mark, Assistant Professor of Teacher Education and Director of Instructional Technology. B.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1979; M.A., University of Texas at Tyler 1984; M. A. Regent University, 1988.  Since 2006.

Mills, Sharilynn C., Associate Professor of Early Childhood Education.  B.S., Texas Tech University, 1984; M.Ed., University of Texas at Tyler, 1993.  Since 2001.

Morales, Arturo, Assistant Professor of Spanish.  B.B.A., Universidad Panamerican, Mexico, 1997; M.A., Mississippi State University, 1999.  Since 2003.

Nevius, Wesley, Visiting Professor from Senegal. B.A. Trinity College, 1978; M.Div., Canadian Theological Seminary, 1979; D.Min., Trinity International University, 2006. Since 2008.

Niemi, Alan D., Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology and Chair of the Department of Engineering Technology.  B.S., Lake Superior State College, 1981; M.S., Illinois Institute of Technology, 1985.  Since 2004.

Olson, Ann Marie, Associate Professor of English and Writing Program Director.  B.A, LeTourneau University, 1993; M.A., University of Texas at Tyler, 1996;  Ph.D., Texas Woman’s University, 2003.  Since 1999.

Ortiz, Oscar L., Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering.  B.S., West Virginia University, 1989; M.S., Northeastern University, 1991.  Since 2002.

Otwell, Mary Ann, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Assistant Athletic Director.  B.S.E., Ouachita Baptist University, 1964; M.S.E., Arkansas State University, 1969.  Since 1993.

Palacios, Ignacio G., Associate Professor of English. B.A., Kansas City College and Bible School, 1982; M.A., University of Texas-Pan American, 1988; Ph.D. Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2001. Since 2007.

Payton, Karl E., Assistant Professor of Speech Communication.  B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University, 1976; M.A., Western Kentucky University, 1994.  Since 2002.

Poelman, Matthias D., Assistant Professor, Applied Aviation Sciences. A.S., Aviation Technology, LeTourneau University, 1978; B.S., Cardinal Stritch University, 2003; M.S., Embry Riddle University, 2007.  FAA Certificates: Private Pilot, Certificated Mechanic, Airframe and Powerplant Ratings; Inspection Authorization. Since 2004.

Plunk, David R., Instructor of Kinesiology and Head Women's Soccer Coach. B.S., Hardin Simmons University, 1992; M.S., Texas A&M University at Kingsville, 1996. Since 2008.

Ray, D. Scott, Assistant Professor of Business.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1993; M.B.A., LeTourneau University, 1996; D.B.A., Nova Southeastern University, 2004.  Since 2001.

Reynolds, Gregory A., Professor of Mechanical Engineering.  B.S., New Mexico State University, 1977; M.S., Virginia Tech, 1979; Ph.D., Virginia Tech, 1982.  Since 2002.

Rispin, Karen L., Assistant Professor of Biology.  B.S, Pennsylvania State University, 1978; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 2003.  Since 2003.

Rispin, Philip D., Assistant Professor of Aeronautical Science and Assistant Chief Flight Instructor.  B.S., University of Calgary, 1976; M.S., Pennsylvania State University, 1978; FAA Certificates:  CFII, MEI.  Since 2000.

Ritchey, Fred L., Jr., Professor of Aeronautical Science and Dean of the School of Aeronautical Science.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1980; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1990; FAA Certificates:  A&P and IA.  Since 1985.

Roudkovski, Melanie B., Associate Professor of Psychology. B.G.S., Louisiana State University, 1997; Th.M., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1999; Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2003. Since 2005.

Roudkovski, Viktor P., Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies and Christian Ministries. B.A., Blue Mountain College, 1996; M.Div., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 1998; Th.M., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2003; Ph.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 2004.  Since 2008.

Rowe, Beverly J., Associate Professor of Accounting. B.A., Univeristy of Houston at Clear Lake, 1981; M.S.M., Purdue University, 1994; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 2000. Since 2006.

Scroggins, T. David, Assistant Professor of Applied Aviation Sciences Science.  B.S., Moody Bible Institute, 1991; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler, 1996; FAA Certificates:  A&P, Designated Mechanic Examiner and Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating.  Since 1992.

Sheafer, Vicki L., Professor of Psychology and Chair of the Department of Psychology.  B.S., Union College, 1990; M.S., Miami University, 1992; Ph.D., Miami University, 1994.  Since 1994.

Shields, Eugene F., Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1965; B.S.E.E., University of Kansas, 1967; M.Div., Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1971; M.S.E.E., Texas Tech University, 1973.  Since 1985.

Stephens, Kathy E., Assistant Professor of Elementary Education and Chair of the Department of Teacher Education.  B.S.H.E., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1979; M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1989.  Ed.D., Texas A&M University, Commerce, 2008. Since 2001.

Strong, David L., Assistant Professor of Business. A.A., Mountain View College, 1983; B.B.A., Univeristy of Texas at Austin, 1977; M.B.A., Amber University, 1986; Ph.D., Walden University, 1998. Since 2005.

Stuckey, Fredna,  Assistant Professor of English.  B.A., University of North Texas, 1966; M.A., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 1971.  Since 2002.

Taylor, Judy M., Assistant Professor of Mathematics.  B.S., East Texas Baptist University, 1976; M.Ed., Texas A&M University at Texarkana, 1990; Ph.D., Texas A&M University, 2006.  Since 2001.

Teel, Julie K., Associate Professor of Education and Coordinator of Field Experience. B.S., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1981; M.Ed., Stephen F. Austin State University, 1984; Ph.D., Indiana University, 2000. Since 2005.  

Tevis, Jay-Evan J., Assistant Professor of Computer Science.  B.S., Iowa State University, 1985; M.S., Air Force Institute of Technology, 1990; Ph.D., Auburn University, 2005. Since 2007.

Thomaston, Corey M., Instructor of Kinesiology and Head Women's Basketball Coach.  B.S., University of North Alabama, 1999; M.S., University of North Alabama, 2002, Since 2007.

Trogdon, Duane A., Professor of Kinesiology and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology.  B.A., Southwest Baptist College, 1973; M.S., Pittsburg State University, 1974; Ed. D., University of Arkansas, 1985.  Since 2004.

Varnell, R. Craig, Associate Professor of Computer Science.  B.S., University of Texas at Arlington, 1978; M.S., University of Texas at Arlington, 1983; Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington, 1997.  Since 2000.

Visser, Andrew W., Instructor of Aeronautical Science and Chief Flight Instructor.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1997. FAA Certificates; Airline Transport Pilot, MEI, CFI and CFII Airplanes, A&P, Ground Instructor, Advanced; Type Rating: SA227. Since 2004.

Warke, Robert W., Associate Professor of Materials Joining Engineering.  B.S., LeTourneau University, 1986; M.S., Illinois Institute of Technology, 1994.  Registered Professional Engineer, State of Texas. Since 2003.

Watson, James D., Professor of English and Chair of the Department of English.  A.A., Alvin Community College, 1965; B.A., University of Texas at Arlington, 1972; Th.M., Dallas Theological Seminary, 1977; Ed.D., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 1981.  Since 1992.

Wharton, Robert B., Professor of Business and Dean of the School of Business. B.S., Texas A&M University, 1977; M.A., Washington State University, 1980; Ph.D., Washington State University, 1983.  Since 2008.

Webb, Joshua, Assistant Professor of Mechanic Engineering. B.S. LeTourneau University 2003; Ph.D., Stanford University, 2009. Since 2009.

Whitlow, Henry S., Director of Learning Resources.  B.A., Ouachita Baptist University, 1960; M.S., Texas A&M University at Commerce, 1963.  Since 1997.

Wicker, N. Elliot, Instructor of Aeronautical Science. B.A., University of Missouri at Kansas City, 1977.  Graduate, U.S. Navy Flight Training, 1980. FAA Certificates:  Airline Transport Pilot, Commercial Pilot with Instrument Rating Helicopter; FAA Type Ratings: B737, B757, B767, DC10, L382.  Since 2008.

Wooden, Bradley S., Assistant Professor of Flight Science and Assistant Chief Flight Instructor. B.S., LeTourneau University, 1997; M.S., Delta State University, 2008. FAA Certificates: Advanced Ground Instructor, Flight Instructor, Airline Transport Pilot, and Multi/Single-engine Instrument Flight Instructor. Since 2005.

Woodring, Andrew N., Professor of Biblical Studies and Chair of the Department of Biblical Studies and Christian Ministries.  B.A., Harvard University, 1976; M.Div., Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 1980; Ph.D., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 1998.  Since 1998.