Administration, Faculty, and Staff - Fall 2019 Semester

Office of the President

Paul C. Stumb IV, University President and Professor
B.I.E., Auburn University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Leslie L. Steele, Executive Director, Office of the President
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University

Academic Affairs

Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

C. William McKee, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Professor
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ed.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Lanah H. Hale, Executive Assistant to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Registrar, and Academic Affairs Publications Manager
A.A., Cumberland University

Eric W. Cummings, Dean of the School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts, and Professor
B.A., George Washington University
M.Ed., Harvard University
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University

Laurie P. Dishman, Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Associate Professor
B.S., Carson-Newman College
M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

S. Christopher Fuller, Dean of the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business, and Associate Professor
B.S., B.S., M.A.M., Ph.D., Auburn University

Mary Bess Griffith, Dean of the Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions, and Associate Professor
B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Tennessee, Memphis
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Sheridan W. S. Henson, Executive Director of Academic Support and Assistant Professor
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University

William R. Richardson, Executive Director of Community Relations and External Affairs
B.S., University of Tampa
M.S.P., M.B.A., Cumberland University

Office of the Registrar

Tamara J. Pavan, University Registrar
A.A., Northeastern Christian Junior College
B.S., Ohio Valley University

Stephani A. deRouen, Associate Registrar
B.B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University

Lorraine K. Schock, Associate Registrar
A.C.Ed., Moody Bible Institute
B.A., Judson University

Jana W. Wood, Associate Registrar
B.A., Cumberland University
M.Ed., Western Washington University

Office of Student Success

Theresa L. Anderson, Assistant Director of Retention and TN Promise and Instructor
B.A., Wittenberg University
M.Ed., East Tennessee State University

N. LeAnn Blevins, Director of Career Services and Instructor
A.S., Volunteer State Community College
B.S., M.P.S., Western Kentucky University

Stephen E. Earnest, Director of Student Development and Assistant Professor
B.S., Purdue University
M.S., Ph.D., Indiana University

Ethan G. Lannom, Director of Student Success and Instructor
B.A., M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University

Abby H. Pitts, Director of Retention and TN Promise Services, and Instructor
B.S., Berry College
M.A., Shorter University

J. Michael Ripski, University Chaplain and Assistant Professor
B.A., Rhodes College
M.Div., D.Min. Emory University

Doris & Harry Vise University Library

Joshua S. Baxter, Part-Time Archives Assistant
B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University

Lauren A. Gallina, Librarian and Instructor
B.A., New York University
M.L.I.S., Rutgers University

Emily L. Lewis, Part-Time Library Staff

Stephen P. Spann, Librarian and Instructor
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.S.I.S., J.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Bettina B. Warkentin, Librarian and Instructor
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S., University of Memphis
M.H.A., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.S.I.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Presidential Papers Project

Mark R. Cheathem, Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers and Professor
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Mississippi State University

James Bradley, Co-Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers
B.A., Marist College
M.A., New York University

Katelynn A. Hatton, Assistant Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers
B.A., American University
M.A., University of South Carolina

Andrew W. Wiley, Associate Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers and Assistant Professor
B.A., M.A., Indiana State University
Ph.D., University of Calgary, Canada

Office of Institutional Research

Larry F. Vaughan, Director of Institutional Research
B.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Patrick R. Haines, Assistant Director of Institutional Research
B.S., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Campus Services

Joseph L. Gray, Vice President for Facilities and Infrastructure
B.A., Salisbury State University
M.B.A., Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

Office of the Dean of Students

Stephanie P. Davis, Dean of Students and Instructor
B.B.A., M.S.P., Cumberland University

Eddie M. Christian, Director of Counseling
A.A., Cumberland University
B.A., University of Texas, Permian Basin
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Andrea D. Davis, Coordinator of Student Disability Services
B.A., M.S.P., Cumberland University

Libby A. O'Guin, Director of Student Life
B.S., M.S., Cumberland University

Catherine J. Straube, Director of Residence Life, Greek Affairs, and Instructor
B.A., Roanoke College
M.S., Kaplan University

Office of Information Technology

Jerry L. England III, Director of Information Technology

Peter A. Anderson, Help Desk Technician
B.S., University of Louisville

Scott A. Clancy, Desktop Administrator

Andrew M. DeFilippo, Junior Software Developer

Kurt R. Gorham, Senior Software Developer
B.B.A., M.B.A., Morehead State University

Mario Rancier, Network and Systems Support Specialist
A.S., Salesian Technical Institute

Adam B. Stout, Help Desk Technician

Enrollment Services

Ronald P. Pavan, Vice President for Enrollment Management and Director of Athletics
A.A., Northeastern Christian Junior College
B.A., Lubbock Christian University
M.A., West Virginia University

H. Edward Lovin, Executive Director of Enrollment Services
B.A., M.A., University of Mississippi
M.B.A., Cumberland University

Office of Admissions

Amber M. Wilson, Associate Director of Admissions and Instructor
B.A., Maryville College
M.B.A., Cumberland University

Caroline G. Clements, Enrollment Specialist
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Matthew J. Duncan, Senior Operations Analyst
A.S., Volunteer State Community College

Nathaniel B. Ferrell, Enrollment Specialist
B.Mus., Cumberland University

Andrea S. Garrels, University Concierge
B.A., University of San Diego

Lauren E. Gregory, Enrollment Specialist
B.Mus., Cumberland University

Bryce V. Holmes, Assistant Director of Admissions
B.S., University of Tennessee, Martin
M.A.E., Cumberland University

Nova D. Lawrence, Admissions Data Analyst I

Patricia H. Pope, Liaison for International Admissions
A.A.M., Middle Tennessee State University
B.A., Cumberland University

Joel T. Worthington, Enrollment Specialist
B.S., Liberty University
M.A., Cumberland University

Office of Financial Aid

Beatrice M. LaChance, Director of Financial Aid
A.S., A.S., Northern Essex Community College
B.B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University

Secret R. Abernathy, Financial Aid Advisor

Stacy L. Kelly, Associate Director of Financial Aid
B.A., Missouri Western State University
M.A.E., Cumberland University

Susan K. Marshall, Financial Aid Advisor

Dakota J. Netherton, Financial Aid Advisor
B.S., Cumberland University

James D. Vick, Assistant Director of Financial Aid
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Cumberland University

Fiscal Affairs

Judy G. Jordan, Vice President for Finance
B.S., University of North Alabama

Janette E. Beasley, Staff Accountant I and Veterans Liaison

Cassandra L. Brown, Director of Accounting and Payroll
B.S., M.B.A., Tennessee Technological University

Alana J. Barnett, Postmaster

Kelley L. Ferrell, Pride Shop Manager and Textbook Liaison
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Cindy L. Hearn, Accounts Payable Associate

Tammy B. Marshall, Director of Human Resources
B.A., Flagler College
M.S., Troy University

Christina M. Olin, Accounts Receivable Associate
B.S., Tennessee Technological University

Janet A. Pedigo, Accounts Receivable Associate

Martha S. Reese, Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Diploma, Tennessee College of Applied Technology

Advancement

S. Scott Lawrence, Vice President for Advancement
B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University

Virginia H. Bennett, Development Officer
B.A., B.B.A., M.B.A., Cumberland University

Cheryl L. Bockstruck, Senior Development Officer
B.S., Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

Julie Crocco, Advancement Coordinator

Emily C. Shires, Business Analyst
B.S., Cumberland University

Staci S. Galentine, Development Officer
A.A., Bellevue College
B.S., Belmont University

Courtney L. Vick, Senior Director, Annual Giving and Alumni
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Cumberland University

Office of Communications and Marketing

William L. Williams, Jr., Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and Instructor
B.A., Wesleyan University
M.B.A., Dartmouth College (Tuck School)

Megan L. Climer, Communications Coordinator

Matilyn B. Jennings, Digital Communications Coordinator
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Caitlin P. Vaughn, Executive Director of Communications and Marketing
B.B.A., University of Mississippi

M.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business

S. Christopher Fuller, Dean of the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business, and Associate Professor
B.S., B.S., M.A.M., Ph.D., Auburn University

Connie M. Sink, Administrative Assistant to the Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business

Eric G. Alspaugh, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A.E., Tennessee State University

Laura H. Bechard, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.Sc., Erskine College
Ph.D., University of Georgia

Danny L. Bryan, Professor of Biology
A.S., Motlow State Community College
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Tennessee Technological University

Laurie P. Dishman, Associate Professor of Mathematics
B.A., Carson Newman University
M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

B. Alison Dorris, Instructor of Biology
B.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.S., Tennessee Technological University

Stephen E. Earnest, Assistant Professor of Foundations of Scholarship and Learning and Business Communications and Director of Student Development
B.S., Purdue University
M.S., Ph.D., Indiana University

Richard J. Grant, Professor of Finance and Economics
B.A., McMaster University, Canada
Ph.D., George Mason University

Christi D. Griffin, Assistant Professor of Health Care Administration
B.S.B.A., University of Alabama, Huntsville
M.H.S.A., George Washington University
J.D., Creighton University

Mary Lewis Haley, Professor of Accounting
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., D.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Vichuda K. (June) Hunter, Instructor of Chemistry
B.A., M.S., University of Mississippi

Valerie B. King, Assistant Professor of Marketing
B.B.A., M.B.A., Belmont University
D.B.A., Argosy University

Eric A. Landis, Associate Professor of Management
B.A., M.A., University of Alabama
D.M., University of Phoenix

Maxim Y. Melnikov, Professor of Economics and Finance
B.S., M.S., Dnipropetrovsk National University, Ukraine
M.A., D.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Veronica L. Minsky, Instructor of Mathematics
B.A., University of Michigan
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Robert H. Nichols, Jr., Associate Professor of Physics and Information Technology
A.S., Young Harris College
B.S., Davidson College
M.A., Ph.D., Washington University, St. Louis

Paul M. Percy, Professor of Business
B.S., Houghton College
M.B.A., State University of New York, Buffalo
Ph.D., University of Kentucky

Julie B. Phillips, Assistant Professor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., University of California, Merced

Sarah S. Pierce, Associate Professor of Chemistry
B.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

Milton W. Sager, III, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., State University of New York, Fredonia
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Stephen P. Shao, Jr., Assistant Professor of Business
B.A., University of Virginia
M.B.A., Old Dominion University
Ph.D., University of Maryland, College Park

Karah S. Sprouse, Instructor of Business
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., University of Mississippi

Paul C. Stumb, University President and Professor
B.I.E., Auburn University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Lain E. Tomlinson, Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., B.Mus., Cumberland University
M.S., Tarleton State University

William L. Tune, Assistant Professor of Mathematics
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Ph.D., Indiana University

William L. Williams, Instructor of Business and Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer
B.A., Wesleyan University
M.B.A., Dartmouth College (Tuck School)

Labry School of Science, Technology, and Business Adjunct Faculty

Candis V. Angle, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.Ed., Trevecca Nazarene University
Ed.S., University of the Cumberlands

Andrew M. Bellows, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., Lipscomb University
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Rachel N. Benton, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., M.B.A., Bethel University

Dywuan E. Brown, Adjunct Instructor of Marketing
B.B.A., Tennessee State University
M.B.A., University of Phoenix

Jacqueline W. Cowden, Adjunct Instructor of Business
A.A., Cumberland University
B.A., Vanderbilt University
M.S., Cumberland University

Haley M. Curtis, Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry
B.S., M.S., Tennessee Technological University

Kala B. Dixon, Adjunct Instructor of Biology
B.S., Cumberland University
M.S., Clemson University

Jill L. Gilbert, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., Lincoln Memorial University
M.Ed., Vanderbilt University
Ed.S., Union University

Curtis B. Griffith II, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.S., North Carolina State University
M.S., University of Arkansas

Ian C. Hawkins, Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry
B.S., East Carolina University
M.S., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University

Gary C. Heartfield, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., University of South Florida
M.S., Florida Institute of Technology

Aubree J. Hill, Adjunct Instructor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Tennessee Technological University

Thomas L. Lucy-Bouler, Adjunct Instructor of Information Technology
B.S., Ph.D., University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa

Alan L. Matthews, Adjunct Instructor of Computer Information Systems
B.S., Southern Nazarene University
M.B.A., Central Oklahoma University
Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University

J. Daniel Privott, Adjunct Instructor of Accounting
B.S., Wake Forest University
M.B.A., Vanderbilt University

Andrew J. Reynolds, Adjunct Instructor of Biology
B.S., Cumberland University
M.S., American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Netherland Antilles

Timothy L. Rose, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., M.A., Clark Atlanta University
M.S., Ph.D., Louisiana State University

Russell R. Skoglund, Adjunct Instructor of Biology
B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Tennessee Technological University

Chad S. Smith, Adjunct Instructor of Computer Information Systems
B.B.A., Trevecca Nazarene University
M.B.A., Cumberland University

Noa D. Stroop, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.A., M.B.A., Tennessee Technological University

Natalie N. Walker, Adjunct Instructor of Business
B.S., M.B.A., Florida A & M University
D.B.A., Keiser University

Jonathon R. Willis, Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics
B.A., M.S.T., University of Wyoming
B.S.,  University of Oregon

School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts

Eric W. Cummings, Dean of the School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts, and Professor
B.A., George Washington University
M.Ed., Harvard University
Ph.D., Pennsylvania State University

Mary F. Hong, Administrative Assistant to the School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts
A.A., Nossi College of Art
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Karen B. Hobson, Education Licensure Officer
B.B.A., M.A.E., Cumberland University

Marjorie S. Anderson, Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., Wake Forest University
M.Ed., Ph.D., University of North Carolina, Greensboro

Lee D. Austin, Instructor of Music
B.A., M.A., Cumberland University

Brendan S. Basham, Instructor of English
B.A., The Evergreen State College
M.F.A., Institute of American Indian Arts

Joseph W. Bates, Instructor of Art
B.F.A., Cumberland University
M.F.A., Arizona State University

C. Rick Bell, Instructor of History, and Faculty Athletic Representative
A.A.B., Cumberland University
B.A., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A.E., Cumberland University

Rachael C. Bible, Assistant Professor of Anthropology
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Ph.D., Texas A & M University, College Station

Sean B. Bortz, Assistant Professor of History
B.A., Norwich University
M.S.Ed., University of Kentucky
M.T.S., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

Christopher S. Byrd, Instructor of Theatre
B.A., M.A., Cumberland University

Mark R. Cheathem, Professor of History and Editor of the Martin Van Buren Papers
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
Ph.D., Mississippi State University

K. Charles Collier, Professor of Education
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)

Anna M. Davis, Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., University of Memphis

Matthew W. Espenshade, Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.S., St. Joseph's University
M.S., Norwich University

Peg R. Fredi, Assistant Professor of Art
A.A., Hiwassee College
A.A.S., Nashville State Community College
B.A., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.A., Cumberland University
M.F.A., Lesley University (Art Institute of Boston)

Sandee L. Gertz, Instructor of English
M.A., M.F.A., Wilkes University

Kent J. Hallman, Assistant Professor of Sociology
B.A., M.Div., M.A., Vanderbilt University
Ph.D., Oslo University (Norway)

Stuart E. Harris, Professor of English
B.S., B.A., Belmont University
M.A., University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Sara E. Hays, Assistant Professor of English
B.A., Emmanuel College
M.A., Belmont University
Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University

Fred E. Heifner, Professor of Anthropology, Philosophy, and Religion
B.A., Louisiana College
M.Div., Th.D., New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary

Sheridan W. S. Henson, Executive Director of Academic Support and Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies
B.A, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University

Natalie R. Inman, Associate Professor of History
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

Jaclyn K. Jennings, Instructor of English
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Western Kentucky University

Wyatt V. Keener, Instructor of English
B.A., Union University
M.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Brian Q. Kilian, Professor of Music
B.S., Trevecca Nazarene University
B.Mus., University of South Africa
M.Mus., D.M.A., Combs College of Music

Suzann B. Lafferty, Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice
B.A., University of Southern California
M.F.S., National University
M.A., University of Memphis

Christopher D. Mapes, Visiting Assistant Professor of History
B.A., Louisiana State University
M.A., University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
Ph.D., Vanderbilt University

Jenny L. Mason, Associate Professor of Psychology
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi

C. William McKee, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Professor
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.Ed., Auburn University
Ed.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Larry T. Menefee, Professor of Communications and Theatre
B.A., David Lipscomb University
M.A., Southern Illinois University
Ph.D., University of Denver

Tara Mitchel Mielnik, Assistant Professor of History
B.A., Sewanee: The University of the South
M.A., Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University

Kerry A. Moore, Assistant Professor of English
B.S., M.A., University of North Carolina, Charlotte
M.F.A., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Roshanda S. Odom, Assistant Professor of Education
B.B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ed.S., Ed.D., Union University

Barbara N. Parker, Assistant Professor of Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Janet M. Parker, Assistant Professor of Education
B.A., Michigan State University
M.A., Austin Peay State University
Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University

A. Wayne Ray III, Instructor of Music and Athletic Band Director
B.A., Cumberland University
M.M.E., Old Dominion University

Michael C. Rex, Associate Professor of English
B.A., Sam Houston State University
M.A., Texas A & M University, College Station
Ph.D., Wayne State University

J. Michael Ripski, Assistant Professor of Foundations of Scholarship and Learning, Religion, and University Chaplain
B.A., Rhodes College
M.Div., D.Min., Emory University

Ted C. Rose, Professor of Art
B.A., Lipscomb University
M.A.E., Edinboro State University
M.F.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Sandra H. Smith, Associate Professor of Special Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Cyndy Stone Allen, Assistant Professor of Education
A.S., Motlow State Community College
B.S., M.Ed., Ed.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Summer B. Vertrees, Instructor of English
B.S., M.A., Tennessee Technological University

George L. Walker, Associate Professor of Physical Education and Athletic Coaching
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Andrew W. Wiley, Assistant Professor of History
B.A., M.A., Indiana State University
Ph.D., University of Calgary, Canada

Jessica R. Bilbrey Worthington, Assistant Professor of Psychology
B.A., Cleveland State University
M.C.J., Tiffin University
Ph.D., Capella University

School of Humanities, Education, and the Arts Adjunct Faculty

Richard S. Adams, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.M., Berklee College of Music
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
D.M.A., University of Memphis

Elizabeth L. Anderson, Adjunct Instructor of English
A.A., Nashville State Community College
B.S., B.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A.Ed., Austin Peay State University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Sharon K. Anderson, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Sydne A. Anderson, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., Fisk University
M.S., Lipscomb University

Debra S. Back, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.A., M.A., Miami University

Weslea C. Bell, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Mississippi College
M.A., Mississippi State University

L. Cheryl Bevill, Adjunct Instructor of Spanish
B.A., M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Simyka M. Carlton, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., Bethel University
M.A.E., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Walden University 

Korey E. Cooper, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
A.S., Kaplan College for Professional Studies
B.S., M.S., Southwest University
M.S., Tennessee State University

Patricia H. Coots, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., Cumberland University

Joseph E. Craig, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.S., University of Tennessee, Martin
M.S.P., Cumberland University

Jennifer A. Crescuillo, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.F.A., Bowling Green State University
M.F.A., Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

Timothy C. Davis, Adjunct Instructor of English
M.F.A., Queens University of Charlotte

Susan A. DeMay, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.A., Eckerd College
M.S., George Peabody College for Teachers
M.A., Tennessee Technological University

Crystal S. Ellwood, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., Western Carolina University

Paul R. Evans, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Bowling Green State University
M.Ed., M.A., Belmont University

Kim Y. Finch, Adjunct Associate Professor of Education
B.S., Sung-Shin Womens University, Korea
M.A., Fayetteville State University
C.A.S., University of Southern Maine
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)

Stephen B. Finch, Adjunct Assistant Professor of Education
B.S.F.S., Georgetown University
M.S.Ed., University of Southern Maine
Ed.D., Vanderbilt University (Peabody College)

William H. Fitzhugh, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.S., M.Mu., Austin Peay State University

Kristi M. Galligan, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Cumberland University
M.A., Belmont University

Richard P. Garvin, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.B.A., Philander Smith College
M.A., Fisk University

Sally H. Govan, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.F.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.F.A., University of Hartford 

Heather L. Hargis, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.S., Belmont University
M.A., Lipscomb University

Lisa K. Harris-Overstreet, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.S., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

William K. Head, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education
B.S., Fisk University
M.A.Ed., Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Joyce K. Hendrixson, Adjunct Instructor of Sociology
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A., Indiana University

William P. Huber, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

C. Alan Hutchison, Adjunct Instructor of Speech
B.A., M.A., Lipscomb University
M.A., Austin Peay State University

Bianca S. Jefferson, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., M.S., Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Lipscomb University

David A. Johnson, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Roy L. Jones, Adjunct Instructor of Public Service Management
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.P., Cumberland University
J.D., Nashville School of Law 

Brooke M. Lamb, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., M.M.F.T., Lipscomb University

Marjorie L. Lloyd, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Vanderbilt University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Damon J. MacNaught, Adjunct Instructor of Art
B.A., Hartwick College
M.F.A., University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana 

Glenn M. Martin, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.M., University of Louisiana

Thomas A. Maynard, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.A., Western Kentucky University
J.D., Nashville School of Law 

Zackary C. McCullough, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.A., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Cheri A. Montgomery, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.M., M.M., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Brian C. Morris, Adjunct Instructor of Public Administration
B.A., The Citadel
M.S., University of Maryland
M.S.P., Cumberland University 

Jared A. Oakes, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., University of Dallas
M.A., Welch College

Marjorie J. Quin, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.S., Auburn University
M.S.P., Cumberland University

Katharine E. Ray, Adjunct Instructor of Theatre
B.M., University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
M.A.E., M.A., Cumberland University

Laura L. Redmond, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., M.A., Oakland University

Emma L. Rosenberg, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Barnard College
M.F.A., Boston University

Rory D. Sellgren, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., Alvernia College
M.A., Claremont School of Theology
M.A., University of Leads, United Kingdom

Robert W. Shankle, Adjunct Instructor of Music
B.A., University of North Carolina, Greensboro

Shelby N. Shelton, Assistant Director of Athletic Bands
B.A., Lidenwood University
B.Ed., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Jason B. Smith, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education
B.S., M.A., Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Penny S. Thompson, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.S., Belmont University
M.S., Ed.S., Tennessee Technological University
Ph.D., Middle Tennessee State University

Christopher W. Tucker, Adjunct Instructor of History
B.A., Southern New Hampshire University
M.A., Dartmouth College
M.A., Clark University

Joel F. Wade, Adjunct Instructor of Criminal Justice
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

Vicki E. White, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.S., University of Memphis
M.A., Southeast Missouri State University

Brittany A. Williams, Adjunct Instructor of Physical Education
B.S., University of Memphis
M.Ed., Arkansas State University

Sara E. Williams, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.A., King College
M.A., Richmont Graduate University

Jency T. Wilson, Adjunct Instructor of English
B.A., The University at Alabama
M.A., The University of North Alabama

Trina Winters, Adjunct Instructor of Psychology
B.S., Xavier University
M.S., Lipscomb University  

Joseph A. Zajdel, Adjunct Instructor of Education
B.A., Otterbein University
M.Ed., Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Foundations of Scholarship and Learning

Foundations of Scholarship and Learning

Tracy M. Anderson, Assistant Director of Retention and TN Promise and Instructor
B.A., Wittenberg University
M.Ed., East Tennessee State University

N. LeAnn Blevins, Director of Career Services and Instructor
A.S., Volunteer State Community College
B.S., M.P.S., Western Kentucky University

Diane L. Businda, Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Tennessee State University
B.S.N., Belmont University
M.S.N., Walden University

Stephanie P. Davis, Dean of Students and Instructor
B.B.A., M.S.P., Cumberland University

Stephen E. Earnest, Assistant Professor of Foundations of Scholarship and Learning and Business Communications and Director of Student Development
B.S., Purdue University
M.S., Ph.D., Indiana University

Peg R. Fredi, Assistant Professor of Art
A.A., Hiwassee College
A.A.S., Nashville State Community College
B.A., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
M.A. Cumberland University
M.F.A., Lesley University (Art Institute of Boston)

Sheridan W. S. Henson, Executive Director of Academic Support and Assistant Professor of Leadership Studies
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University

Ethan G. Lannom, Director of Student Success, and Instructor
B.A., M.A.T., Middle Tennessee State University

Jean L. Markie, Assistant Professor of Nursing
A.S.N., Columbia State Community College
B.S.N., Belmont University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University

Abby H. Pitts, Director of Retention and TN Promise Services and Instructor
B.S, Berry College
M.A., Shorter University

William R. Richardson, Executive Director of Community Relations and External Affairs, and Instructor
B.S., University of Tampa
M.S.P., M.B.A., Cumberland University

J. Michael Ripski, Assistant Professor of Foundations of Scholarship and Learning, Religion, and University Chaplain
B.A., Rhodes College
M.Div., D.Min., Emory University

Stephen P. Spann, Librarian and Instructor
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University
M.S.I.S., J.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Leslie L. Steele, Executive Coordinator to the President and Instructor
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.P., Cumberland University

Cyndy Stone Allen, Assistant Professor of Education
A.S., Motlow State Community College
B.S., M.Ed., Ed.S., Middle Tennessee State University
Ed.D., Tennessee State University

Catherine J. Straube, Director of Residence Life, Greek Affairs, and Instructor
B.A., Roanoke College
M.S., Kaplan University

Courtney L. Vick, Senior Direcor, Annual Giving and Alumni and Instructor
B.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Cumberland University

William L. Williams, Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and Instructor
B.A., Wesleyan University
M.B.A., Dartmouth College (Tuck School)

Amber M. Wilson, Associate Director of Admissions and Instructor
B.A., Maryville College
M.B.A., Cumberland University

The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions

Mary Bess Griffith, Dean, Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions and Associate Professor
B.S.N., M.S.N., University of Tennessee, Memphis
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Kristin L. Kannon, Office Manager
B.S., Tennessee Technological University

Ray Lynn Crutcher, Director of Operations

Katie L. Arnold, Instructor in Athletic Training and Athletic Trainer
B.S., M.A.E., Cumberland University
D.H.Ed., Still University

Marcia E. Barnes, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Tennessee State University
M.S.N., D.N.P., Vanderbilt University

Jessica H. Barré, Instructor of Nursing
A.S., Northeast Alabama Community College
B.S.N., Auburn University
M.S.N., University of Alabama, Huntsville

Diane L. Businda, Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Tennessee State University
B.S.N., Belmont University
M.S.N., Walden University

Rebecca E. Chatham, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Vanderbilt University

Elizabeth A. Cooper, Associate Professor of Nursing
A.A.S., Dallas Community College
B.S.N., Texas Woman's University
M.S.N., D.N.P., Vanderbilt University

Kayla M. Cross, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
D.N.P., University of Tennessee, Memphis

Claudia D. Davis, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Coe College
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University

Whitney M. Graves, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training
B.S., Valdosta State University
M.S., Troy University
D.A.T., Indiana State University

Jason S. Grindstaff, Associate Professor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.A., Dakota Wesleyan University
M.S., M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.B.A., Cumberland University
Ph.D., University of Tennessee, Knoxville

James E. Holbrook, Associate Professor of Sport Management
B.A., Morehead State University
M.S., Eastern Kentucky University
D.A., Middle Tennessee State University

Maggie D. Keil, Assistant Professor of Nursing
A.S., Victor Valley Community College
B.S.N., California State University, San Bernardino
M.S.N., University of Phoenix

Joy D. Kimbrell, Associate Professor of Nursing
A.S.N., B.S.N., East Tennessee State University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
D.N.P., Union University

Ronda S. Landers, Associate Professor of Nursing
A.D.N., Stanley Community College
B.S.N., Chamberlain College of Nursing
M.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University
D.N.P., Capella University

Jean L. Markie, Assistant Professor of Nursing
A.S.N., Columbia State Community College
B.S.N., Belmont University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University

Kathryn A. McDearman, Instructor of Nursing
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University

Therese A. McLean, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.N., Tennessee State University

Robin J. Retallack, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.N., Western Kentucky University

Jennifer L. Savage, Assistant Professor of Athletic Training and Director Athletic Training Program Clinical Education
B.S., Western Carolina University
M.S., Georgia State University
Ph.D., Michigan State University

Melissa F. Somerville, Assistant Professor of Nursing
A.D.N., Alvin Community College
B.S.N., University of Phoenix
M.S.N., Indiana Wesleyan University
Ph.D., Capella University

Richard M. Storie II, Assistant Professor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.Ed., University of Toledo
M.S., Adelphi University
Ed.D., Trevecca Nazarene University

John J. Whicker, Instructor of Nursing
A.S., Nashville State Community College
B.S.N., M.S.N., Cumberland University

Julie A. Windmiller, Assistant Professor of Nursing
B.S.N., Indiana University
M.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University

The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions Adjunct Teaching Faculty

Joel W. Campbell, Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Henderson Community College
B.S.N., Belmont University
M.S.N., Tennessee State University 

Kimberly K. Chunn, Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
A.A.S., Columbia State Community College
B.S.N., M.S.N., Cumberland University

Kortney J. Dalrymple, Adjunct Instructor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.A., M.S., East Stroudsburg University 

Katie W. Franklin, Adjunct Instructor of Sport Management
B.S., M.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Osman F. Gabure, Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee State University
D.N.P., University of Alabama, Huntsville

Justina N. Heimdal, Adjunct Instructor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.S., M.S., University of New Orleans 

Morgan P. Kendrick, Adjunct Instructor of Exercise and Sport Science
B.S., Tennessee Technological University
D.P.T., Tennessee State University

Nicole R. Powell, Adjunct Instructor of Nursing
A.S.N., Hopkinsville Community College
B.S.N., Murray State University
M.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University

The Jeanette C. Rudy School of Nursing and Health Professions Adjunct Clinical Faculty

Melissa R. Bell, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.A.S., Jackson State Community College
B.S.N., Austin Peay State University

Catherine A. Cantrell, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee Technological University

Ashley S. Corn, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Cincinnati 

Carolyn A. Henry, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.A.S., B.S.N., Austin Peay State University

Trisha L. Holman, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S., University of Memphis
B.S.N., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M.S.N., Western Governors University

Tessa N. Horst, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Goshen College
M.S.N., Drexel University 

Tifany L. Makuch, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S., B.S.N., Adventist University of Health Sciences 

Retha L. Parker, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
A.S, B.S.N, Middle Tennessee State University
M.S.N., University of Alabama, Huntsville

Jessica M. Raines, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Western Kentucky University

Angela L. Rushing, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., M.S.N., Tennessee State University

Virginia L. Rutter, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., University of Tennessee, Memphis
M.S.N., University of Pennsylvania

Deana M. Schoelzel, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University

Jennifer L. Spires, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Tennessee Technological University
M.S.N., Vanderbilt University
D.N.P., University of Alabama, Huntsville

Kristina A. Stafford, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Middle Tennessee State University 

Katelyn R. Vaughan, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
B.A., B.A., Converse College

Ashley R. Williams, Clinical Instructor of Nursing
B.S.N., Cumberland University
M.S.N., Belmont University

Athletic Department

Ronald P. Pavan, Vice President for Enrollment Management, and Director of Athletics
A.A., Northeastern Christian Junior College
B.A., Lubbock Christian University
M.A., West Virginia University

R. Mitchell Walters, Assistant Athletic Director
B.S., Mansfield University
M.A., Middle Tennessee State University

C. Rick Bell, Instructor of History and Faculty Athletics Representative
B.A., M.A., Middle Tennessee State University
M.A.E., Cumberland University

Kyle B. Allen, Sports Information Director
B.S., M.A., Cumberland University

Katie L. Arnold, Instructor in Athletic Training and Director of Athletic Training
B.S., M.A.E., Cumberland University
D.H.Ed., Still University

Scott E. Barbe, Head Coach, Men's Volleyball
B.B.A., M.S.M., Walsh College

Tyler K. Bennett, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Kent State University
M.S., Tennessee Technological University

Scott A. Blum, Head Coach, Women's Basketball
B.A., Grace College
M.A., Ball State University

Adam J. Braunecker, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Indiana State University

Jalyn N. Brooks, Assistant Coach, Women's Basketball
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Mark A. Brown, Assistant Coach, Men's Basketball
B.S., Cumberland University

Robert J. Clayton, Assistant Coach, Baseball
B.S., Cumberland University

Nathaniel J. Croley, Assistant Coach, Wrestling
B.S., Cumberland University

Ruth S. Currie, Head Coach, Cheerleading
A.A., Ruthledge College

Scott J. Davidson, Assistant Coach, Women's Soccer
B.A., Bryan College
M.A.T., Trevecca Nazarene University

Brian A. Davies, Head Coach, Women's Soccer
B.A., Green Mountain College

Sara J. Farris, Athletic Trainer
B.S., University of North Florida
M.S.E.S., Cumberland University

Troy W. Frazier, Assistant Coach, Baseball
B.S., M.S.S.E.P., Cumberland University
M.A.T., University of the Cumberlands

Adam Grant, Head Coach, Men's Soccer
B.S., Martin Methodist College
M.S.S.E.P., Cumberland University

James S. Hicks III, Head Coach, Wrestling
B.A., Campbellsville University

Andrew D. Hinds, Head Athletic Trainer
B.A., Eastern Illinois University
M.A., Southeast Missouri State University

Ronald G. Hunt, Head Coach, Baseball
B.S., Belmont University
M.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Kenneth L. Jordan, Head Coach, Bowling
Diploma, Tennessee Technology Center, Hartsville

Shane J. Keely, Assistant Coach, Men's Soccer
B.P.S., University of Memphis
M.B.A., Christian Brothers University

Jeremy R. Lewis, Head Coach, Men's Basketball
B.S., Cumberland University

Arnold B. Little, Jr., Assistant Coach, Football and Recruiting Coordinator
B.S., Missouri Valley College

Broc A. Loveless, Assistant Coach, Football
B.S., Cumberland University

Karen N. Martinez Bernal, Head Coach, Women's Tennis
B.S., University of South Carolina
M.B.A., Emporia State University

Tim L. Mathis, Head Coach, Football
B.A., Georgia Southern University
M.A., Shorter University

Atsu Nyamadi, Assistant Coach, Track and Field
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Thiago De Lins Oliveira, Head Coach, Men's Tennis
B.S., Bethel College
M.A., Cumberland University

Marcelle A. Scales, Head Coach, Men's and Women's Track and Field
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

James E. Seckel, Head Coach, Men's and Women's Cross Country
B.S., United State Military Academy

Kathryn M. Slaughter, Head Coach, Women's Volleyball and Director of Volleyball
B.A., M.A., Cumberland University

Kasey R. Smith, Assistant Coach, Football
B.S., M.S., Florida International University

Taurean Smith, Assistant Coach, Football
B.S., Western Kentucky University

Levi T. Steinhauer, Head Coach, Strength and Conditioning

Grant M. Theall, Assistant Football Coach
B.S., Cumberland University

Stephanie G. Theall, Assistant Coach, Softball
B.S., M.S.S.E.P., Cumberland University

Hannah M. Vadakin, Assistant Coach, Women's Volleyball
B.A., Coker College

Heather L. Vaughn, Head Coach, Softball
B.S., M.A.E., Austin Peay State University
M.S.S.E.P., Cumberland University

Richard W. Williams, Head Coach, Golf and Games Operations Director
B.S., Middle Tennessee State University

Athletic Training Preceptors

Tyler K. Bennett, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Kent State University
M.S., Tennessee State University

Adam J. Braunecker, Athletic Trainer
B.S., Indiana State University

Sara J. Farris, Athletic Trainer
B.S., University of North Florida
M.S.E.S., Cumberland University

Andrew D. Hinds, Head Athletic Trainer
B.S., Eastern Illinois State University
M.A., Southeast Missouri State College

Phillip J. Jantulolo, Athletic Trainer
B.S., M.Ed., Union College

Board of Trust

Cumberland University is operated by a self-perpetuating Board of Trust. Trustees represent broad and varied interests, abilities, and experiences. The Board of Trust is charged with making policy decisions and ensuring the future advancement of Cumberland University. The Trustees are divided into annual classes, emeritus members and a life trustee.

*Alumni of Cumberland University

Officers

Winstead P. Bone, III *, Chairman

Robert N. Vero, Secretary
Jacqueline W. Cowden *, Member
J. Roderick Hellar, III, Member
William C. Koch, Jr., Member
Robert L. McDonald, Member
J. Samuel Natcher, Member
Lewis Rankin*, Member
Michael J. Spalding, Member

Class of 2019

J. Randall Clemons*
Lebanon, TN
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Wilson Bank and Trust

Jacqueline W. Cowden*
Lebanon, TN
Owner, Custom Packaging Incorporated (Retired)

William C. Koch, Jr.
Nashville, TN
Justice, Tennessee Supreme Court (Retired)
President and Dean, Nashville School of Law

Lewis W. Rankin*
Brentwood, TN
Chief Executive Officer (retired)
Crain Construction Incorportated

Robert N. Vero
Gallatin, TN
Chief Executive Officer, Centerstone, Tennessee

Class of 2020

W. Joseph Adams
Lebanon, TN
Main Street Property Management, LLC

J. Samuel Hatcher*
Lebanon, TN
Chief Executive Officer, First Light

J. Roderick Heller, III
Franklin, TN
Attorney, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Carnton Capital Associates

Robert L. McDonald
Old Hickory, TN
President, CedarStone Bank

Thomas P. Pate
Smyrna, TN
Vice President Operations Business Model and New Unit Openings
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Incorporated

Mark G. Riggins*
Cumming, GA
Owner, Delta Financial Services

Edward L. Thackston
Nashville, TN
Emeritus Professor, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering, Vanderbilt University

William L. Vallett, Jr.
Old Hickory, TN
Chief Executive Officer
Lochinvar, LLC

John Van Mol
Nashville, TN
Founding Partner, DVL Seigenthaler Public Relations & Advertising

Class of 2021

Winstead P. Bone, III*
Lebanon, TN
Partner, Wilson County Motor Company

André L. Churchwell
Brentwood, TN
Physician
Interim Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion/Chief Diversity Officer, Vanderbilt University

Cathy F. Gracey*
Nashville, TN
Independent Health and Wellness Professional

Charles V. Hagood*
Goodlettesville, TN
Partner, Practice Leader
Press Ganey, Incorporated

Damon H. Petty
Physician
Nashville, TN

Michael J. Spalding
Nashville, TN
Physician
President, Equal Chance for Education

John D. Wootten, Jr.
Lafayette, TN
Circuit Court Judge, 15th Judicial District
State of Tennessee

Class of 2022

Laura A. Daily
Lebanon, TN
Senior Vice President of Retail, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Michael A. Moscardelli
Lebanon, TN
Businessman and Entrepreneur

Rob E. Porter
Lebanon, TN
President and CEO, Civil Site Design Group

G. Edward Powell
Nashville, TN
CEO,Intellectual Property Management

Life Trustee

Robert C. Bone Lebanon, TN
Physician (Retired)

Trustee Emeritus

Alfred A. Adams, III
Lebanon, TN
Businessman, Insurance (Retired)

Martha M. Bradshaw
Nashville, TN
Vice President for Development, Chi Omega Fraternity (Retired)

William D. Castleman*
Goodlettsville, TN
Attorney

Robert N. Clement
Nashville, TN
Former President, Cumberland University
Former United States Representative (5th District, Tennessee)

Sandra Duncan
Nashville, TN
Vice President, Tenco Services, Inc.

Albert A. Gore, Jr.
Nashville, TN
Former Vice President, United States of America and United State Senator and Representative

Jim K. Lancaster
Lebanon, TN
Agency Manager, Farm Bureau Insurance (Retired)

Lynn H. Lester
Lebanon, TN
Businesswoman and Civic Leader

Robert H. Traeger
Nashville, TN
Vice President, and General Manager, Toshiba America, Incorporated (Retired)