Meet Our Faculty

Our faculty consists of experienced, credentialed educators who are dedicated to fully supporting your academic attainments. Realizing that the journey can be a challenge, they aim to make your online learning experience one that is straightforward and enjoyable. From explanations to encouragement, each of our instructor is devoted to your higher education journey and preparing you for a better future.

High School

Ashley Lester
Instructor - Social Science

B.S. Social Science, Troy University; Masters in Education, Secondary Education Social Science, University of Montevallo

Audrey Hornbacher
Instructor - Math

B.S., Mathematics, University of the Ozarks; M.S., Mathematics, University of Oklahoma; Ed.D, Mathematics, The University of Oklahoma

Brian Brown
Academic Manager

Bachelors in History/Secondary Education, Misericordia University; Masters in History, American Military University

Carl Palmer
Instructor - Science

M.S. in Secondary Science Education, Indiana University; B.S. in Chemistry, Alcorn State University

Daniel Sciarrillo
Instructor - Spanish

B.A., Spanish Education, Bloomsburg University

Danielle Hawk
English Instructor

BA English Literature, BA Secondary English Education; Wichita State University

Lee Sakellarides
Instructor - English

B.S. Education/English, Indiana University/M.A. English Literature, Brooklyn College

Mariam Dawoud
Instructor - Math

B.S., Computer Science, Dalhousie University; M.A., Education in Urban Education, Alvernia University

Shawn Cherinchak
Instructor - HS English

B.S., Secondary Education/English, Kutztown University

Automotive and Engine Repair

Joseph Michael Zapinski
Instructor - Trades

A.S., CAD Design and Drafting, Anthem College; M.B.A., Project Management, Colorado Technical University

Robert Shafer
Lead Instructor - Skilled Trades

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Penn State University

Steve Strapple
Team Lead - Trades

A.A.S., Mechanical and Electrical Technology, Community College of the Air Force; A.A.S., Instructor of Technology/Military Science, Community College of the Air Force; A.A.S., Educational and Training Methodology, Wayland Baptist University; B.S., Occupational Education, Wayland Baptist University; M.A., Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, University of Texas at San Antonio

Business

Eric Ashman
Instructor - Business/Accounting

B.S., Secondary Math Education, Penn State University; M.B.A., University of Scranton

Kenneth Doolittle
Instructor - Finance

B.S., Finance, Duquesne University; M.B.A., Finance and Investments, Marywood University

Dr. Peter Francis
Director - Business, GenEd, ECE, Trades

B.S. Business Operations, DeVry Institute of Technology; Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix; Ph.D. Organization & Management, Capella University

Criminal Justice and Legal

David Kostiak
Instructor - Criminal Justice

B.S., Criminal Justice, Pennsylvania State University; M.S., Criminal Justice, Columbia College

Dr. Peter Francis
Director - Business, GenEd, ECE, Trades

B.S. Business Operations, DeVry Institute of Technology; Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix; Ph.D. Organization & Management, Capella University

Child Care and Education

Dr. Aisha Williams
Instructor - College English; Writing Centers

B.A., Communication and Media Studies, Howard University; M.A., English Language and Literature, Creative Writing, City University of New York City College; Ed.D., Instructional Leadership, St. John’s University

Christine Torres
Instructor - ECE

B.S. Early Childhood and Elementary Education; M.S. Early Childhood Intervention, Marywood University

Erica Getts
Instructor - Library

B.S.E., Library Science, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania; M.L.S., Library and Information Science, University of Maryland

James Hadsell
Instructor - Biology

B.S., Neuroscience, Minor Psychology, King's College; M.S., Biotechnology, Marywood University; M.S., Medical Education Leadership, New England University Medical College

Jana Lindsay
Instructor - Sociology

M.S., Rehabilitation Counselor. University of Scranton; B.S., Criminal Justice, University of Scranton

Larissa Grissom
Instructor - Psychology

B.A., Psychology, Oklahoma State University; M.S., Psychology, University of Phoenix; Ed.D., Educational Psychology, Capella University

Michelle Cicco
Instructor - Sociology

M.S., Cardiac Rehabilitation & Exercise Science, East Stroudsburg University; B.S., Biology, Penn State University; B.S., Nursing, Edinboro University of PA

Sarah Owens
Instructor -  Early Childhood

B.S., Early Childhood Education, Marywood University; B.S., Special Education, Marywood University; M.A., Education, Gratz College

Shamonica McGill
Adjunct Instructor - Psychology

B.S. Psychology, Valdosta State University; M.S. Applied Developmental Psychology, Clayton State University; Master of Business Administration, Strayer University

Computers and Electronics

Ann Marie Mahoney
Instructor - Computer Science

B.S., Computer Science, University of Scranton; M.S., Information Systems, Marywood University; M.S., Curriculum & Education, University of Scranton

Fred Claus
Adjunct Instructor - Computer Science

Masters in Network and Communications Management, Keller Graduate School of Management, B.S. Technical Management

Jonathan Boyson
Instructor - Computer Science

A.A.S., Cyber Security Management, Luzerne County Community College; B.S., Computer Science, Bloomsburg University

Ruth DeSantis
Team Lead -  Art, Design, Technology

B.A., Communication Arts, Radio/Television, Marywood University; M.S., Instructional Media, Wilkes University

Design and Creative Services

Barbara DiLorenzo
Adjunct Instructor - UX, Writing, Graphic Design

B.F.A. Illustration, Rhode Island School of Design

Christine Piazzi
Adjunct Instructor - Interior Design

B.F.A., Art, Stroudsburg University; Coursework in Architecture and Interior Design, Philadelphia College of Textile & Science

John Lona
Adjunct Instructor - Graphic Design

A.A.S. Art, SUNY Sullivan; B.F.A. Binghamton University

Lakisha Robinson
Adjunct Instructor - Dressmaking & Design

B.A. Child, Family, Consumer Science; M.S. Child, Family, Consumer Science, CSU-Fresno

Melissa Anderson
Adjunct Instructor - Art Appreciation/Art History

M.A. Art History, Academy of Art; B.A. Fine Arts/Print, California State University

Ruth DeSantis
Team Lead -  Art, Design, Technology

B.A., Communication Arts, Radio/Television, Marywood University; M.S., Instructional Media, Wilkes University

Sandra Monahan
Adjunct Instructor- Wedding Planner/Event Planning/Floral

Certified Wedding Planner, Penn Foster (ICS), 1999

Healthcare

Alison McHale
Team Lead - Allied Health

A.S., Medical Secretarial, Holyoke Community College; B.S., Business Administration, Western New England University; M.A., Business Administration, Marywood University

Deborah Kunda
Adjunct Instructor - Allied Health

Associates Human Services, Lackawanna College; BA History, University of Scranton; MLS, Clarion University; Certified Ophthalmic Technician; Optical Coherence Tomography Certified

Diana Murphy
Instructor - Medical Billing & Coding

M.S. Management; B.S. Healthcare Management, Bellevue University

Jaime Nguyen
Director

B.A., Biology, University of Toledo; M.S., Medicinal Chemistry, University of Toledo; M.D., Medical Degree, Medical School for International Health (MSIH) in Collaboration with Columbia University Medical Center; MPH, Master of Public Health, University of Pittsburgh

Jennifer Haysmer
Instructor - Pharmacology

M.A. Career and Technical Education; Ball State University; BA. HAS Baker College; A.S. Pharmacy Technician, Baker College

Jennifer Sellers
Instructor - PT Aide

A.S. Science PTA, Nash Community College; B.S. Science: Exercise Science, Florida State University

Jesie Davenport
Team Lead - Pharmacy Tech

B.S. Pharmacy, University of the Sciences in Philadelphia; CPhT

Kellie Snodgrass
Instructor - Public Health

B.S., Business Administration, Murray State Jr. College; M.A., Public Administration in Public Health, Platt College

Kendra Strodes
Instructor

A.S. Communications, Sinclair Community College; Certificate Dental Assisting, DATS Dental Assisting School; Dental Assisting Certificate

Kimberly Blyther
Instructor - Optician

A.S., Medical Assistant, South University; B.S., Healthcare Management, South University

Kristin Cannon
Instructor - Optician/Medical Assistant Externships

B.S. Animal Science, Virginia Tech; ABO

Latoya Hill
Instructor - Pharm Tech

A.A. Liberal Arts, Wallace Community College; B.A. Social Science, M.A. Teaching & Learning with Technology, University of Arizona; PTCB - CPT

Laura Abbruzzese
Instructor - OT Aide

A.S. Science: Occupational Therapy Assistant, Macomb Community College; M.S. Health Science: Occupational Therapy, Wayne State University

Lillian Galindo-Bryson
Adjunct Instructor - Medical Billing & Coding

A.A. Marketing; A.A. Human Resources; B.S.B.A. Organizational Structure; B.S.B.A. Industrial Management, University of Puerto Rico; Certified Professional Coder from AAPC

Michelle Myers
Adjunct Instructor - Home Health Aide

LPN, Kiamichi Technology Center

Nazia Sadat
Adjunct Instructor - Nutrition

B.S. Science Nutrition and Minor in Biology, M.S. Science Nutrition and Wellness M.S. Public Health, Benedictine University; M.S. Science in Education, Kaplan University; Ph.D. Philosophy Health Sciences, Trident University

Melissa Fazio
Instructor - Healthcare Management

B.A., Health Services and Administration, Marywood University

Nicola Campbell
Instructor - Pharmacy Technology

B.A., Health Education, Ashford University; M.A., Education, Ashford University; Ed.D., Philosophy, Ashford University

Pamela Ward
Instructor - Medical Assisting

B.S., Health Studies, Siena Heights University

Rachel Hawkins
Adjunct Instructor - Pharm Tech

A.A.S. Pharmacy Technology, Forsyth Technical Community College; B.F.A., University of Connecticut

Ruthanne Darr
Adjunct Instructor - Medical Transcription & Terminology

A.S. Medical & Legal Administrative Assistant, Northern Main Technical College; A.S. General Studies, Murray State College; B.S. General Studies, Dakote State University; M.S. Health Information Management, College of St. Scholastica

Shanna Lizardi
Adjunct Instructor - Allied Health

A.S. in Healthcare, University of Phoenix; B.S. Psychology, Marywood University; M.S. Psychology, Tiffin University; Certified Medical Assistant, Phlebotomist, and ECG Technician

Susan Meehan
Instructor - Medical Assisting - Externship

A.S., Business Administration, Penn State University

Telicia Ward-Thomas
Instructor - Pharm Tech

Bachelor in Public Health, University of South Florida; Master of Health Law, Nova Southeastern University; PTCB certified Pharmacy Technician

Theresa Sinkevich
Team Lead - Healthcare

Medical Assistant Diploma, Fortis Institute; A.S. Healthcare Management, Penn Foster College; Electronic Medical Records Certificate, Penn Foster

Vanessa Rodriguez
Instructor - Medical Assisting

Diploma, Medical Technician Assistant, Florida Technical College; Diploma, Phlebotomy, American Vocational Academy

ICS Canada

Michael Savich
Instructor - Non-Technical Business

B.A., Urban/Economic Geography, McGill University; B.A., Anthropology, McGill University; B.A., Religious Studies, McGill University

Skilled Trades and Industrial

Andrew Engelbert
Instructor - Gunsmith

A.S. Nursing, Bryant & Stratton College; Bachelor of Business Administration, American Military University; Master of Business Administration, Trident University

Jon DeEsch
Senior Instructor - Skilled Trades

B.S., Political Science, University of Scranton; M.S., Education- Curriculum and Instruction, University of Scranton

Joseph Michael Zapinski
Instructor - Trades

A.S., CAD Design and Drafting, Anthem College; M.B.A., Project Management, Colorado Technical University

Joseph Myers
Instructor - Trades

A.S., Computer Aided Drafting, ITT Technical Institute

Dr. Peter Francis
Director - Business, GenEd, ECE, Trades

B.S. Business Operations, DeVry Institute of Technology; Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix; Ph.D. Organization & Management, Capella University

Robert Shafer
Lead Instructor - Skilled Trades

B.S., Mechanical Engineering, Penn State University

Steve Strapple
Team Lead - Trades

A.A.S., Mechanical and Electrical Technology, Community College of the Air Force; A.A.S., Instructor of Technology/Military Science, Community College of the Air Force; A.A.S., Educational and Training Methodology, Wayland Baptist University; B.S., Occupational Education, Wayland Baptist University; M.A., Educational Leadership and Policy Studies, University of Texas at San Antonio

Travel and Hospitality

Eunice Campbell
Adjunct Instructor

B.S. in Business Administration, Winston Salem State University; MBA, Colorado State University; Certified Travel Agent Consultant

Dr. Peter Francis
Director - Business, GenEd, ECE, Trades

B.S. Business Operations, DeVry Institute of Technology; Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix; Ph.D. Organization & Management, Capella University

Veterinary

Abbey Sarringhaus
Instructor

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, B.S. Animal Sciences, Purdue University; Certified Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner, University of Tennessee

Alexandra Schell
Externship Evaluator

A.S. Veterinary Technology, Penn Foster; B.A. Biology, Elmira College

Amber Sanna
Clinical Coordinator - Externship

A.S. Veterinary Technology, Vet Tech Institute

Antoinette Merren
Instructor

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Oklahoma State University; Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, Austin Peay State University; M.S. in Agriculture, Murray State University

Ashley Anderson
Externship Evaluator

Bachelor in Science, Radford University; A.S. Veterinary Technology, San Juan University

Beth Skiles
Externship Evaluator

Certified Animal Care Specialist, International Correspondence Schools; A.S. Veterinary Technology, B.S. Animal Science, Purdue University

Brittni Sterle
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Vet Tech Institute of Houston

Christa Scott
Externship Evaluator

A.S. Veterinary Technology, Johnson College; Certified Veterinary Technician

Christina Allen
Externship Assistant – Vet Tech

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Colorado Academy of Veterinary Technology

Christina Wolfe
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

B.S. Animal Sciences, Auburn University; Ph.D. Veterinary Medicine, St. George's University

Cody Hecker
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Central Carolina Community College

Danielle Chesek
Team Lead - Vet General

A.S, Veterinary Technology, Johnson College; BAS Veterinary Technology, Penn Foster College

Danielle Krawcheck
Externship Evaluator

A.S. Veterinary Technology, Johnson College

Daniele Nevins
Instructor - Veterinary Technology

A.S., Veterinary Technology, St. Petersburg College; B.S., Business Management, Kean University

Deborah Bascombe
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Westchester Community College; B.S. Animal Science, Andrews University

Dustin Lowther
Adjunct Instructor/ Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Brown Mackie College

Erica Perez
Instructor - Vet Tech

A.A. Science based, Temple College; A.A.S. Cedar Valley College; B.A.S. Veterinary Technology, St. Petersburg College

Heather Struble Leer
Externship Admin Assistant - Externship

A.A., General Studies, Pennsylvania Highlands Community College; A.S., Veterinary Technology, Cedar Valley Community College

Holly Reagan
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Vet Tech Institute of Pittsburgh

Jennie Smith - IC Honorarium
Instructor - Dog Grooming

National Dog Groomer Association of America Certification

Jessica Johnston
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Minnesota School of Business; A.A.A., Century Community College

Jessica Patterson
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Central Carolina Community College

Katelyn Morris
Externship Evaluator

B.S. in Agriculture Veterinary Health Technology, University of Tennessee

Katharine Eckrich
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, A.S. General Education, Murray State College; B.S. in Biology, East Central University

Katherine Valerio
Externship Evaluator

B.S., Biology/Minor in Chemistry, Marywood University; A.S., Veterinary Technology, Johnson College

Kathy Ruane
Clinical Coordinator - Externship

A.S., Animal Health Technology, Harcum College; B.A., Biology, Wilkes University; M.S., Education- Curriculum and Instruction, University of Scranton

Kelly Burns
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Camden County College; B.S. Biology, Stockton University

Kelly Morgan
Externship Evaluator

A.S. Veterinary Technology, Medical Institute of Minnesota

Kimberly Reyes
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Joliet Junior College; B.S. Biology, Saint Xavier University

Lindsay Bartkowski
Externship Assistant – Vet Tech

General Studies, George Mason University; A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Northern Virginia Community College

Lindsay Edwards Bennett
Instructor - Vet Tech

A.A.S. Professional Crafts, Haywood Community College; A.A.S. Veterinary Medical Technology, Asheville-Bunombe Technical Community College; B.A.S., East Tennessee State University

Lizanne Acevedo
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S., Veterinary Technology; Northampton County Area Community College; Certified Veterinary Technician

Mandy Zachgo
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Penn Foster College

Maryanne Misso
Instructor

BA in Psychology, State University College at Buffalo; A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Medaille College; M.S. Elementary Education, Niagra University

Mary Schacher
Externship Evaluator

A.S. Science, Spokane Falls Community College; A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Bel Rea Institute of Animal Technology

Megan Chadwick
Director - Veterinary Technology

A.S., Veterinary Technology, Johnson College; B.S., Business, Management/Marketing Track, Penn State Worthington Scranton

Meghan Wells
Instructor - Veterinary Technology

A.A., Business Administration, Harrisburg Area Community College; B.S., Veterinary Medical Technology/Chemistry, Wilson College; M.S., Public Health - Infectious Disease/Epidemiology Concentration, Virigina Polytechnic Institute and State

Nicole Getzloff
Externship Evaluator

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Penn Foster College

Rachel Ann Harb
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

Associate in Applied Science/Veterinary Technology, Delgado Community College

Rachel Shuwaloff
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

A.S. Veterinary Technology, B.A.S. Veterinary Technology & Practice Management, St. Petersburg College

Sheryl Adams
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Northhampton Community College

Toni Ann Pezzullo
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

A.A.S. General Business, Horry-Georgetown Technical College; A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, Penn Foster

Tracey D'Imperio Lasslett
Externship Evaluator - Vet Tech

A.A.S., Animal Science Technology, Camden County College

Traci Fronczak
Instructor – Vet Tech

A.A.S. Veterinary Technology, BA in Education, Purdue University

Vicki McLain
Instructor - Veterinary Technology

A.S., Specialized Technology, Johnson College

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