Oct 03, 2024  
2023-2024 College Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
2023-2024 College Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Personnel



Executive Staff

Shannon Kennedy
President

Eric Barna
Vice President of Instruction

Tara Walker
Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services

Sarah Pope
Vice President of College Advancement

Jeffery Hayman
CIO/IT Manager, Technology

Glenda Haynie
Dean of Research, Effectiveness, and Planning

Caroline Stelter
Director of Human Resources

Faculty and Administration

Adhikari, Lekh (2015)
Professor
Chemistry
Ph.D., University of Nevada Reno
MS, Tribhuvan University

Alga, David (2020)
Instructor
Accounting
MA, Virginia Commonwealth University
BS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Barna, Eric (2018)
Professor
Vice President of Instruction
Ph.D., George Mason University
M.Ed, Virginia Commonwealth University
BA, Hobart College

Bhandari, Mukta (2023)
Professor
Mathematics
Ph.D., Kansas State University
MS, Kansas State University
BS, Kansas State University

Bhattarai, Santosh (2020)
Professor
Mathematics
Ph.D., University of Oklahoma
MA, University of Oklahoma
MS, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
BS, Tribhuvan University, Nepal

Brent, Matthew (2012)
Professor
History
Ph.D., University of the Cumberlands
MS Ed., Walden University
MA, Western New Mexico University
BA, Christopher Newport University

Bright, M. Hatley (2007)
Assistant Professor
Culinary Arts and Hospitality
BA, Randolph Macon Women’s College

Brooks, Martha (2015)
Professor
Dean of Arts & Sciences
Ph.D., Duke University
MA, Virginia Commonwealth University
BA, Virginia Commonwealth University

Carrington, Lisa (2016)
Associate Professor
Information Systems Technology
MEd, Regent University
MS, Norfolk State University
BS, Norfolk State University

Carter, Michael (2022)
Instructor
Head of Commercial Driver’s License Program

Caterisano, Rachel
Instructor
Mathematics
MS, Western Governors University
BS, State University of New York

Craig, Seth (2021)
Associate Professor
EMS
MS, Univeristy of Florida
BS, University of Richmond

Dinquel, Amber (2018)
Assistant Professor
English
MA, Illinois State University
BA, James Madison University

Donor II, Craig (2021)
Diesel and Welding Program Head
ASE Certified Heavy Truck Master Technician
ASE Certified Master Truck Equipment Technician
AWS Certified GMAW Welder
AWS Certified SMAW Welder

Dos Santos, Carrie (2022)
Instructor
Librarian

Dunston, David (2020)
Assistant Professor
Biology
Ph.D., University of Maryland
BS, University of Maryland

ElFarmawi, Wouroud (2021)
Associate Professor
Information Technology and Business
DM, University of Phoenix
MBA, Open University
BA, University of Dammam

Greene-Nichols, Ashlee (2019)
Assistant Professor
Nursing
BS, Liberty University
ADN, Rappahannock Community College

Hadley, Elizabeth (2021)
Instructor
Coordinator of Learning Resources
MS, University of Maryland
BA, Virginia Commonwealth University

Haynie, Glenda (2011)
Professor
Dean of Research, Effectiveness and Planning
Ph.D., North Carolina State University
MA, The Pennsylvania State University
BA, Lynchburg College

Hill, Lisa (2012)
Professor
Psychology
Ph.D., Howard University
MA, Fisk University
BS, Tennessee State University

Hux, Jessica (2024)
Associate Instructor I
Nursing
BS, Old Dominion University
AAS, Thomas Nelson Community College

Jones, Lisa (2013)
Associate Professor
Biology
MS, Virginia Commonwealth University
BS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Justice, Lorraine (2011)
Coordinator of Student Support Services
Ph.D., Old Dominion University
MS, Walden University
BS, Longwood University

Keel, David (2012)
Professor
Dean of Student Development
Ph.D., College of William & Mary
M.Ed, North Carolina State University
BS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Kennedy, Shannon (2019)
President
Ed.D, North Carolina State University
MA, Gardner-Webb University
BS, Millersville University

Koehler, Ellen (2012)
Associate Professor
Dean of Health Sciences
Nursing
MSN, Walden University
AS, College of Marin

Lampkin, Marjorie (2010)
Coordinator for Office of Career and Transition Services
M.Ed, Indiana Wesleyan University
BA, Southern Wesleyan University

Lewis, Carrie (2010)
Professor
Nursing
MS, Virginia Commonwealth University
BS, Old Dominion University
BS, James Madison University
AAS, Rappahannock Community College

Lewis, Katelyn (2020)
Assistant Professor
Nursing
MS, Western Governors University
BS, Western Governors University
AAS, Rappahannock Community College

Lewis, LaShauna (2023)
Assistant Professor
Coordinator of Student Success
M.Ed., Liberty University
MA, Liberty University
BS, Liberty University

Little, Janet (2019)
Instructor
English
MA, Radford University
BS, Radford University

Little, Julie (2022)
Associate Professor
Biology
BS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 

Lloyd, Amanda (2022)
Associate Professor
Associate Vice President of Instruction
Ph.D., Hampton University
MA, Old Dominion University
BA, Longwood University

Lomax, Stanley (2021)
Instructor
Director of Professional and Technical Programs
MBA, Virginia College
BS, Strayer University
AA&S, Centura College

March, Michelle (2015)
Instructor
Training Coordinator
MPA, Walden University
BA, College of William and Mary

Minnick, Daniel (2022)   
Assistant Professor   
Nursing   
MS, Chamberlain University
BA, Chamberlain University 

Nelson, Jacky (2021)
Assistant Professor
Biology
MS, Emporia State University
MA, University of Southern California
BA, Florida International University

Newhouse, Jennifer (2023)
Associate Professor 
English
MA, UNC Greensboro
BA, University of Virginia 

Nickens, Tychier (2021)
Counselor
M.Ed, Old Dominion University
BA, James Madison University

Pope, Sarah (2016)
Instructor
Vice President of College Advancement
Graduate Certificate, George Mason University
MHP, University of Georgia
BA, College of William and Mary

Sharma, Harsha (2022)
Associate Professor
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Head
BA, The City Univerity of New York 

Sharpe, Audrey (2023)
Associate Instructor I
Nursing
BS, Wester Governors University
AA&S, Rappahannock Community College

Stelter, Caroline (2005)
Instructor
Director of Human Resources
MS, Western Governors University
BA, University of Virginia

Tassone, Cheryll (1993)
Assistant Professor
History, Humanities
MA, Old Dominion University
BA, Old Dominion University

Tuckey, Lisa (2010)
Associate Professor
Biology
MS, College of Charleston
BS, State University of New York at Binghamton

Walker, Tara (2020)
Instructor
Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services
MBA, College of William and Mary
BS, Norfolk State University

White, Rebecca (2015)
Professor
Nursing
Ph.D., Old Dominion University
MSN, Walden University

Williams, Aryah (2020)
Assistant Professor
Nursing
MS, Western Governor’s University
BS, Old Dominion University
ADN, Rappahannock Community College

Williams, William (2016)
Instructor
Coordinator of Dual Enrollment
MS, Virginia Commonwealth University
BS, Christopher Newport University
AA & S, Ferrum College

Wood, Kendra (2022)
Professor
Dean of Strategic Enrollment Management
MS, Capella University 
BA, North Carolina Central University

 

Staff

Abell, Mary | King George Site Supervisor

Abdul-Malik, Basheer | Network Technician

Abdul-Malik, Brittany | Development Specialist

Acree, Mark | HVAC Technician

Adams, Heather | Senior Accountant 

Almeida, Lynnette | Welcome Desk Specialist 

Almeida, Rhiannon | College Registrar

Barclay, Bernadette | Multimedia Specialist

Bareford, Pamela | Scheduling Technician

Bean, Kyle | Network Technician

Boltz, Cheryl | Facility Manager, Warsaw Campus

Boone, Victoria | College Navigator

Brooks, Kristin | College Navigator

Burke, Corine | Data Specialist

Carey, Amber | Financial Aid Technician

Charnick, Wayne | Building & Grounds Technician

Clifton, Kelly | College Navigator

Coles, Kimberly | High School Navigator

Cralle, J. Marlene | AHEC Community Project Coordinator

Dixon, Jennifer | Financial Aid Coordinator

Dixson, Holly | Instruction Specialist

Dunlevy, Crystal | Housekeeping Services Technicia

France, Sarah | Clinical Coordinator

Gaines, Jessica | Accounting Specialist

Gardner, Michaela | High School Navigor

George, Sherry | Payroll Officer

Grantham, Sherry | Regional Specialist for Adult Education

Hartso, Tanya | Accountant/Grant Specialist

Haydon, James | Buildings & Grounds Technician

Hayman, Jeffery | CIO/Information Technology Manager  

Hoffman, Timothy | Instructional Support Developer

Homstead, Patricia | Continuing Education Specialist

Hornbeck, Michelle | Accountant

Hundley, Krista | College Navigator

Inderrieden, Michele| Media Services Manager

Johnson, Paulina | Acquisitions Specialist

Jones, Charlene | College Navigator

King, Bridgit | Human Resources Analyst

King, Jane | Faculty Support Specialist

Lane, James | Housekeeping Services Technician

Lewter, Richard | Facility Manager, Glenns Campus

Luttrell, Diane | TANF Administrative Assistant

Lynch, Ebony | Lead Career Coach

Magruder, Julie | College Receptionist

Miller, Rebecca | College Navigator

Moore, Franklin | Network Technician

Nelson, Paris | Instructional Support Technologist

Osuanah, Kelly | College Navigator

Packett, Felicia | SIS & Enrollment Coordinator

Parker, Terry | Housekeeping Services Technician

Payne, Kathy | Instructional Support Technologist

Peacock, Tracy | Admissions and Records Technician

Pearce, Robert | Buildings & Grounds Technician

Peay, Constance | College Navigator

Pryor, Vanessa | Student Development Specialist

Quinlan, Laura | Lead Financial Aid Technician

Rest, Martha | Events & Projects Planner

Reynolds, Pamela | College Navigator

Robins, Beth | Scholarship Specialist

Saylor, Alyssa | Financial Aid Technician

Schaab, Barbara | Education  Specialist

Sirles, Theresa | OCATS Program Manager

Smith, Tyhesha | Student Engagement Specialist

Spriggs, Nyasia | High School Navigator

Stamper, Chris | Assistant to the President

Stephens, Brittany | High School Navigator

Taylor, Linda | Library Circulation Manager

Thompson, Brandin | Network Technician

Turner, Karen | Testing Center Manager

Ward, Cassius | Credential Specialist

Wiersma, Kerry | Coordinator of Grants Development & Administration

Wind, Stacie| AHEC Program Manager

White, Jean | Case Manager

Wolski, Joslyn | Network Technician

Retired Faculty

The following faculty members retired from Rappahannock Community College after 15 or more years of service:

James L. Alston

Brenda F. Callis (d)

Ronald Carter

Victor W. Clough, Jr.

Dorothy C. Cooke

Catherine M. Courtney

Charles Crook

Elizabeth H. Crowther

Sandra G. Darnell

Linda Deptola

J. Giampocaro

Nuala M. Glennon

Robert S. Griffin

George A. Heffernan

Gerald Horner

Norman M. Howe, Jr. (d)

Edith T. Jackson

Wade S. Johnson III

Anne Kornegay

William L. Lawrence

Wallace L. Lemons (d)

Glenda S. Lowery

Dianne Lucy

Karen Newtzie

Walter B. Norris, Jr.

John Paden

Vincent A. Pierro

Hallie A. Ray

Philip L. Semsch (d)

Samuel E. Simpson, Jr.

Leslie S. Smith

Joseph L. Swonk

Richard A. Ughetto

John H. Upton

John W. Wynn

Professors Emeriti

Ronald Carter

Dorothy C. Cooke

Catherine M. Courtney

Pradeep Ghimire

Ruth Greene (d)

Robert S. Griffin

George A. Hefferman

Norman M. Howe, Jr. (d)

Glenda Lowery

Karen Newtzie

Philip L. Semsch (d)

Charles Smith 

Leslie S. Smith

(d) - Deceased