Faculty and Administrative Staff

State Administrative Staff:

Oregon State Board of Education

Kimberly Howard, Chair

Guadalupe Martinez Zapata, Vice Chair

Jerome Colonna

George Russell

Jennifer Scurlock

Bridgett Wheeler

Anthony Veliz

Department of Community Colleges and Workforce Development

Donna Lewelling, Interim Director

LBCC Administrative Staff:

Board of Education

Kristin Adams, Zone 1

Tony Lapiz, Zone 6-7

Jeannie Davis, Zone 4

Amas Aduviri, Zone 5

Jim Merryman, Zone 2-3

Joan Reukauf, Zone 6-7

Dick Running, Zone 2-3

Administration

Lisa Avery, President

Ann Buchele, Vice President, Academic Affairs and Workforce Development

Sheldon Flom, Vice President, Finance and Operations

Faculty and Management

Adkisson, Hailey

Faculty, Communication. BS, James Madison University; MA, North Dakota State University. 

Agnew, Virgil

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, University of Kansas; BEd, University of Kansas; MA, Lamar University.

Alvin, John

Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; Master ASE Certification (Diesel/Heavy Equipment).

Ash, Karen

Director, Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs. BS, Columbia College; MBA, Webster University.

Avery, Dr. Lisa

President. BS, Ball State University; MSW, PhD, University of Illinois at Chicago.

Aynes, Danny

Associate Dean, Academic Foundations. BA, Arkansas Tech University; MEd, Oregon State University.

Ballard, Scott

Faculty, NDT/Welding. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, MS, Western Oregon University. 

Bean, Mindy

Faculty, Business Management. BS, Towson University; MBA, Chadron State College.

Becker, David

Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, MS, Oregon State University.

Bence, Telena

Faculty, Nursing. BS, University of Texas; MSN, Grand Canyon University.

Berry, Christopher

Faculty, Machine Tool. AAS, Chemeketa Community College; BS University of Wyoming.

Bird, David

Faculty, Cooperative Work Experience. MS, Brigham Young University; PhD, Oregon State University.

Boehmer, Jennifer 

Executive Director, Institutional Advancement. BA, Linfield College; MS, University of Portland.

Boro-Boswell, Diana

Faculty, First-Year Experience Program. BA, Gonzaga University; MSW, University of Washington.

Braun, Stacie

Assistant Director, Facilities. BS, Portland State University.

Brown, Michael

Faculty, Welding Technology. Welding Certificate, Linn-Benton Community College.

Buchele, Ann

Vice President, Academic Affairs and Workforce Development. BA, MEd, University of Toledo-Ohio; PhD, Oregon State University.

Burchard, Russ

Faculty, Mathematics. BA, University of Colorado; MAT, Oregon State University.

Burke, Claire

Faculty, Mathematics. BS, University of California,Davis; MA, California State University, Sacramento.

Burroughs, Garwin

Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. Industry Experience.

Camp, Rob

Student Leadership Coordinator. BS, Oregon State University.

Campbell, Mary

Faculty, Mathematics, Benton Center. BS, Willamette University; MS, University of Massachusetts-Amherst.

Carman, Brad

Faculty, Health and Human Performance. BS, Oregon State University; MS, University of Oregon.

Carpentier, Cliff

Director, Safety and Loss Prevention. BS, Globe University; MA, American Military University.

Carroll, Linda

Dean, Healthcare. BS, MEd, University of Idaho.

Carter, Deron

Faculty, Physical Sciences. BA, Whitman College; MS, Central Washington University.

Carter, Rod

Faculty, Criminal Justice. BS, JD, University of Oregon.

Casas, Margarita

Faculty, Spanish. BA, Universidad del Valle de Atemajac; MA, Colorado State University.

Cervantes, Javier

Director, Department of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, AA, East Los Angeles College; BA, University of Oregon; MA, Portland State University.

Chronicle, Lindsey

Faculty, Dental Assisting. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; CE, Dental Assisting, Chemeketa Community College. 

Clayton, Jennifer

Faculty, Diagnostic Imaging. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College

Coe, Jerry

Faculty, Medical Assistant, AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University.

Coe, Leighana

Manager, Support Services. AS, AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Coffeen, Warren

Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, University of California, Riverside; PhD, Oregon State University.

Collins, Kristi

Manager, Regional Early Learning Hub. BA, MEd, Cambridge College.

Collins, Nick

Faculty, Welding Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Crabill, Jeff

Faculty, Mathematics. BS, MS, Northern Arizona University.

Culbertson, Deana

Manager, Human Resources. Industry Experience.

Dammon, Kim

Manager, Financial Aid Systems. AA, Linn-Benton Community College.

Dance, Darci

Faculty, Psychology. BA, MS, Idaho State University.

Davis, Jeff

Regional Director, Benton County. BS, MEd, Oregon State University.

Dickson-Self, Kenneth

Faculty, Mechatronics. AA, Pikes Peak Community College; BS, MBA, Oregon State University.

Dowless, Dean

Faculty, Welding Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; Journeyman Welder; AWS Certifications.

Dubanoski, Matt

Faculty, Automotive Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Duncan, Hollis

Faculty, Mathematics. BS, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; MS, Western Carolina University.

Dusek, Margi

Manager, Budget, Payroll and Student Accounts. BS, University of Wyoming.

Dusseau, Tracy

Faculty, Educational Equity. BA, Arizona State University; MS, Walden University.

Ehlers, R. J.

Faculty, Automotive/Diesel Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Weber State University; Master ASE Certification. 

Falk, Cindy

Faculty, Health and Human Performance. BS,Rocky Mountain College; MEd, University of Idaho.

Fang, Shengnan

Faculty, Economics. BS, Zhongshan College; MA, Guandong University; PhD, Kansas State University.

Ferguson, Briget

Faculty, Nursing. BSN, Oregon Health Sciences University.

Fisk, Emily

Faculty, Nursing. ADN, Chemeketa Community College; BSN, Western Governors University.

Flak, Gina

Director, Communications and Marketing. BA, MS, University of Pennsylvania.

Fleming, Will

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, Vermont College. MA, City College of New York; MFA, University of Oregon.

Flesch, Jeff

Director, Extended Learning. BS, Northern Arizona University; MS, Oregon State University. 

Flom, Sheldon

Vice President, Finance and Operations. BS, MBA, University of Wyoming.

Francis, Nicole

Faculty, Mathematics. BA, University of Oregon; MA, Arizona State University.

Franklin, Lewis

Faculty, Visual Arts. AAS, AA, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Art Institute of Pittsburgh.

Frazier, Jayme

Faculty, Health and Human Performance/Women's Volleyball Coach. BS, Eastern Oregon University; MS, Western Oregon University/ Oregon State University.

Gates, Lena

Faculty, Apprenticeship Program. BS, Portland State University; MS, Walden University.

Gerger, Stacey

Faculty, Dental Assisting, BS, Corbin University.

Green, Joshua

Faculty, Culinary Arts. AS, Western Culinary Institute. 

Hammond, Leslie

Dean, Academic Foundations. BA, Albertson College; MFA, Indiana University.

Hansen-Prince, Carley

Faculty, Diagnostic Imaging. BS, Oregon State University; MEd, Western Washington University

Hanson, Joshua

Faculty, Mechatronics. Industry Experience; Limited Maintenance Electrician License.

Harbert, Shannon

Faculty, Mathematics. BS, Portland State University; MS, Oregon State University.

Harrison, Robert

Faculty, Social Sciences. AA, Tyler Junior College; BA, Moorhead State University; MA, University of Texas at Tyler; PhD, Ohio State University.

Havet, Isabelle

Faculty, Visual Arts. BA, Brandeis University; MA, PhD, University of Delaware.

Hawkins, Richenda

Faculty, Instructional Services and Reference Librarian. BA, University of California, Davis; MLIS, San Jose State University. 

Hibbard, Paul

Faculty, Economics. BA, Whitman College; MS, University of Oregon.

Hobson, Linda

Faculty, GED/Adult Basic Skills. BSEd, MATESOL, Northern Arizona University.

Hofer, Amy

Coordinator, Statewide Open Education Library Services. BA, Brown University; MLIS, San Jose State University.

Holton, Kristina

Dean, Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. BS, MS, Oregon State University.

Hoogesteger, Lisa

Advisor, Coordinator of Student Well-Being Program, Advising Center. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Springfield College.

Houde, Terri

Corporate Trainer. BS, Idaho State University; MS, Oregon State University.

Jacobs, Jess

Director, Accounting and Budget. BS, Arizona State University; MBA, Grand Canyon University.

Jacobs, Rachel

Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, University of Alaska-Fairbanks; DVM, PhD, Oregon State University. 

Jess, Joseph

Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, Western Oregon University; MS, Portland State University.

Jones, Laura

Faculty, Psychology. BS, MA, PhD, University of Oregon. 

Jones, Terese

Faculty, JOBS Program. BA, University of Oregon; MA, MDIV, Seattle School of Theology and Psychology; MS, Oregon State University.

Keady, Brian

Faculty, Spanish. BA, MA, University of Oregon.

Kelly, Melanie

Faculty, Nursing. BSN, Gonzaga University.

Kidd, David

Faculty, Engineering Transfer and Water and Environmental Technology. BS, Northern Arizona University; BEd, University of Alaska; MS, University of Alaska.

Klampe, Angelina

Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. BS, MS, Oregon State University.

LaJoie, Lawrence

Director, Enterprise Services. BS, State University of New York at Oneonta. 

Langley, Terrell

Director, Facilities. BS, MS, Roberts Wesleyan College.

LaRoux, Charlene

Faculty, Biological Sciences. AAO, Lane Community College; BS, Portland State; MS, PhD, University of Oregon.

Lassen, Bonnie

Associate Dean/Nurse Administrator, Healthcare. BSN, University of Portland; MSN, University of Phoenix.

LeBlanc, Michael

Faculty, Automotive Technology. Industry Experience. ASE Master Certification.

Leriche, Laurie

Human Resources Generalist. AS, Kennebec Community College.

Long, Ken

Manager, Media Services. AA, Mt. Hood Community College.

Lopez, Michael

Faculty, Mathematics. AS, Central Oregon Community College; BS, MS, Oregon State University.

Lorang, Emily

Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BA, Northern Arizona University.

Mack, Dave

Faculty, Mechatronics. AAS, AS, Linn- Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University; Electronics Technician Certification.

Madriaga, Charles

Counselor\Advisor. AA, Hartnell Community College; BA, MA, California State University, Stanislaus.

Madriaga, Tiffany

Counselor\Advisor. AA Chemeketa Community College, BA Western Oregon University, MS Oregon State University.

Magratten, Anne

Faculty, Visual Arts. AA, Mendocino College; BA, Mills College, MFA, University of Oregon.

Mahoney, Kevin

Manager, Accounting and Payables. BS, Temple University.

Majeski, Mark

Director, Athletics. BA, Menlo College; MA San Jose State University.

Mallory, Virginia

Director, High School Partnerships. AA, Blue Ridge Community College; BA, University of North Carolina-Asheville; M.Ed, Western Carolina University.

Manhat, Beth

Faculty, Chemistry. BS, Rider University. PhD, Portland State University.

Manning, Gretchen

Faculty, Culinary Arts. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Manuel, Christopher

Faculty, Nursing. AAS, Yavapai; MSN, University of Arizona.

Maurer, Vikki

Faculty, Mathematics. BS, Southern Oregon University; MS, Oregon State University.

McAleer, Scott

Faculty, History. BA, Warren Wilson College; MA, Georgia Southern University.

McGhee, Ramycia

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, University of Wisconsin; MS, Roosevelt University,  PhD, Capella University.

Mcintosh, Daniel

Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. Industry Experience.

McKitterick, Renee

Faculty, Ceramics. BFA, Ohio State University; MFA, University of New Mexico-Albuquerque.

Merino, Paula

Faculty, Diagnostic Imaging. AA, Certificate of Radiological Sciences, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University.

Meyer, Nancie

Coordinator, Campus Stores. Industry Experience.

Miller, Lara

Director, Curriculum, and Scheduling. BA, Willamette University; MS, National University.

Millet, Terrance

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, MA, University of Western Ontario, Canada; MFA, Oregon State University.

Milligan, Zachary

Faculty, Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Miyagishima, Bryan

Faculty, Reference and Instructional Services Librarian. BA, MEd, University of California, Los Angeles; MLIS, University of Washington.

Moling, Marci

Faculty, Physical Sciences. AB, Ripon College; MS, Washington State University.

Moon, Dale

Associate Dean, Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation Technology. BS, MEd, Western Washington University; PhD, Oregon State University.

Morales, Dio

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, Wesleyan University; MEd, Harvard University; MFA, Oregon State University.

Moran, Cameren

Faculty, Welding Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Moraru, Gail

Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, Cornell University; PhD, Mississippi State University.

Moreira, Andrea

Faculty, Mathematics. BS, MS, University Paris 6; PhD, Oregon State University.

Morgan, Caitlin

Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. BA, MS, Oregon State University.

Morris, Teryk

Faculty, Machine Tool. BS, San Jose State University.

Mulatero Fernando, Oriana

Associate Dean, Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. BA, University of South Florida; MA, Oregon State University.

Mulder, Greg

Faculty, Physical Science. BA, Oregon State University; MS, University of Irvine.

Munsee, Craig

Faculty, Engineering Transfer. BS, MS, Oregon State University.

Murphey, Kristina

Faculty, Health and Human Performance. BS, MS, Texas A & M University. 

Ocampo, Raymund

Faculty, Music. BMu, Concordia College; MMu, University of South Florida. 

Painter, Mashelle

Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant. BS, Eastern Oregon University; MEd, University of Texas.  

Paris, Joseph

Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, MS, Western Oregon University.

Pattawong, Ommidala

Faculty, Chemistry. BS, Chang Mai University; PhD, Oregon State University. 

Payton, Barry

Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling certification; AWS certification; AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Peacock, Heather

Faculty, Nursing. ADN, Linn-Benton Community College; BA, Tufts University; BSN, Grand Canyon University; MSN, Western Governors University.

Pearce, Liz

Faculty, Education/Child and Family Studies. BA, Tufts University; EdM, Harvard Graduate School of Education.

Powell, Ryan

Faculty, Machine Tool. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.

Priestman, Ian

Faculty, Business Management. BA, MBA, University of Lincolnshire and Humberside; Post Graduate Certificate Education, University of Leeds.

Priewe, Rob

Faculty, Journalism. BA, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee; MBA, Willamette University.

Quiner, Michael

Chief Information Officer. AA, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Linfield College.

Randolph, Mike

Faculty, Distance Education Coordinator. BA, University of the Pacific; MA, University of California, Davis.

Randolph-Flagg, Jeremy

Faculty, Physical Sciences. BA, Carleton College; MS, Iowa State University.

Raymundo, Carol

Manager, Center for Accessibility Resources and Student Assessment. BA, Corban University; MS, Walden University.

Reed, Brian

Faculty, Engineering Transfer. BS, PhD, Oregon State University.

Riseley, Christopher

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, MA, Sonoma State University.

Rizk, Ziko

Faculty, Computer Systems. PMP/PMI Certification; BS San Diego State University.

Roberts, Franklin

Associate Dean, Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. BS, MBA, University of Phoenix; PhD, Argosy University.

Rogers, Sheri

Faculty, Mathematics. BM, BS, Methodist University; MAT, Fayetteville State University.

Roland, Meg

Dean, Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. BA, MA, Portland State University; PhD, University of Washington.

Rolen, Scott

Director, Human Resources Development and Support. BS, California State University-Sacramento; MPA, University of San Francisco.

Rose, Marc

Faculty, Welding Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; State of Oregon Class 5 Steamfitters License; Journeyman Pipefitter.

Ruderman, Chris

Faculty, Business Management. Advanced Accounting Certificate, College of DuPage; BA, Western Illinois University; MA, University of Oregon.

Sandberg, Jane

Faculty, Electronics Resources Librarian. BM, Oberlin Conservatory of Music; MS, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Scherr, Melissa

Faculty, Biological Sciences.BS, PhD, Oregon State University.

Schiedler, Bryan

Faculty, Automotive Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BA, Northern Montana College; Master ASE Certification.

Schilling, Steve

Dean, Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation Technology. AAS, Bakersfield Jr. College; BA California State University, Los Angeles; MEd, Grand Canyon University.

Schwartz, Marissa

Director, Small Business Development Center. BA, Portland State University; MIB, Newcastle University.

Seaders, Nicole

Faculty, Mathematics. BA, BS, Seattle Pacific University; MA, PhD, Oregon State University. 

Shanks, Marcy

Faculty, Nursing. BSN, Oregon Institute of Technology; MSN, Western Oregon University. MSEd, Western Oregon University.

Shear, Jo

Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant. BS, Creighton University.

Shinkle, Sandra

Counselor/Advisor. BA, California State University-Fresno; MA, San Francisco State University.

Sikora, Amy

Registrar. BA, Arizona State University; MS, Capella University.

Six, Valerie

Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. BS, University of Idaho; MEd, College of Idaho.

Skarda, Steve

Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Southern Illinois University. 

Smith, Justin

Director, Institutional Research. BA, MPA, Stephen F. Austin University; PhD, University of California, Santa Barbara.

Smith, Vern

Manager, Network Systems. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; Certified Novell Engineer. 

Stetz-Waters, Karelia

Faculty, English. BA, Smith College; MA, University of Oregon.

Stevens, Christy

Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. AA, Virginia Western Community College; BA, Roanoke College; MA, Boise State University.

Striker, Tristan

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, University of New Hampshire; MA, City University of New York.

Strooband, Jenny

Faculty, Agricultural Sciences. BA, Lewis and Clark College; MS, Oregon State University.

Tadday, Ralph

Faculty, Physical Sciences. PhD, Ruprecht Karls University Heidelberg

Terrell, Caitlyn

Faculty, Nursing. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University; MSN, Grand Canyon University.

Thompson, Kristina

Faculty, Nursing. BS, Arizona State University; BS, University of Texas; MS, New York University.

Thompson-Graham, Joyce

Faculty, ELA/ABS. BA, Evangel College; MA, Western Kentucky University.

Tokarczyk, Katie

Faculty, Nursing. BS, University of Portland.

Trask, LeAnne

Coordinator, Pollywog Program. AS, BA, Brigham Young University.

Urista, Mark

Faculty, Communication. AA, El Camino College; BA, University of California–Berkeley; MA, University of the Pacific.

Usner, Matt

Faculty, English/Writing. BA, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania; MA, Westchester University of Pennsylvania.

Vedaa, Mary

Faculty, Accounting and Business Management. BA, University of the Pacific; MEd, Oregon State University.

Virasak, Sisi

Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, Oregon State University; MS, University of Phoenix.

Visconti, Lauren

Faculty, Anthropology. BS, University of Oregon; MA, Oregon State University.

Walsh, Marcia

Faculty, Education/Child and Family Studies. BA, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; MA, Pacific Oaks College.

Weber, Clayton

Faculty, Agricultural Sciences. BS, Oklahoma State University; MS, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo. 

Wells, Caitlyn

Faculty, Nursing. BSN, George Fox University; MSN, University of St. Mary.

Wheat, Diana

Faculty, Biology. BS, MA, University of Kansas.

Whiteside, Sarah

Director, Mid-Valley STEM-CTE Hub. BA, University of Oregon; MAT, Oregon State University.

Wiens, Melanie

Faculty, Medical Assistant. Certificate, Chemeketa Community College.

Willi Hooper, Michaela

Faculty, OER and Textbook Affordability Librarian. BA, Patrick Henry College; MS, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. 

Williams, Gabe

Manager, Applications and Systems Programming. BS, University of Montana; MBA, Oregon State University.

Williams, Melissa

Manager, Grant Compliance and Special Projects. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Colorado State University.

Winder, Katie

Dean, Instruction. BA, Lewis and Clark College; PhD, Johns Hopkins University.

Winder, Michael

Manager, Events and Production. BA, Loyola; MA, Georgetown University.

Winans, Jessica

Faculty, Center for Learning and Innovation Coordinator. BA, Colgate University; MA, Michigan State University.

Wolfe, Jerri

Faculty, Parenting Education. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Portland State University; PhD, Oregon State University.

Wynings, Andrew

Director, Development & Operations. BS, Eastern Oregon University.

Direct-Dial Phone Numbers

All LBCC campus offices have direct-dial numbers for your convenience. These bypass the college switchboard and save time for you as well as for the college. Please use the direct-dial numbers whenever possible.

Switchboard 541-917-4999

ABE/GED 541-917-4710

Academic Foundations 541-917-4683

Admissions & Records 541-917-4811

Albany Community Education 541-917-4840

Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities 541-917-4237

Benton Center 541-757-8944

Bookstore 541-917-4950

Business, Applied Technology & Industry 541-917-4285

Business and Employer Services 541-917-4923

Business Office (Payments, Loan Disbursements) 541-917-4312

Campus Public Safety 541-917-4440

Career & Counseling Services 541-917-4780

College Advancement & Foundation 541-917-4209

Counseling/Advising/Career Center 541-917-4780

Disability Services 541-917-4690

Family Connections 541-917-4899

Financial Aid & Veteran Affairs 541-917-4850

Healthcare 541-917-4923

Hospitality Services/Conference Services 541-917-4385

Human Resources/Payroll 541-917-4420

JOBS Program 541-917-4875

Learning Center 541-917-4684

Lebanon Center 541-259-5801

Library 541-917-4638

Nursing 541-917-4511

Parenting Ed 541-917-4897

President’s Office 541-917-4200

Registration 541-917-4812

Russell Tripp Performance Center Box Office 541-917-4531

Science, Engineering & Math 541-917-4413

Student Assessment (Testing) 541-917-4781

Student Life & Leadership 541-917-4457

Sweet Home Center 541-367-6901

Testing (Student Assessment) 541-917-4781

Transcripts 541-917-4830

Veterans Affairs 541-917-4858

For additional campus maps and driving directions, go to www.linnbenton.edu/campus-maps