Lukasz Kurgan, Ph.D.

Robert J. Mattauch Endowed Professor and Vice Chair of Computer Science · VCU College of Engineering

Data scientist specializing in high-throughput structural bioinformatics of proteins & small RNAs.

Structural Bioinformatics Intrinsically Disordered Proteins Protein-ligand(drug) interactions Computer-aided molecular modeling Big Data Analysis

Ashley Ireland

Affiliate Faculty and Instructional Director, Simulated Learning · Loyola Marymount University

Department of Teaching and Learning

Mixed Reality Simulation Immersive Learning K-12 Education Technology Social Foundations of Education Teacher Professional Development

Nicole M. Joseph

Assistant Professor, Mathematics Education Teaching and Learning · Vanderbilt University

An expert in the barriers that Black women and girls face in the STEM field and STEM classroom.

Identity Development White Supremacy Gifted Education Gender in Education K-12 Education

Ignacio Higareda

Associate Professor · Loyola Marymount University

Department of Teaching and Learning

Access and success of post-secondary education for ethnic minority students Parent Involvement and Advocacy Social Constructivist influences on academic achievement for English Language Learners Academic achievement of students from marginalized and underserved communities

Shannon N. Tabaldo

Affiliate Faculty, Founding Director, iDEAL Institute · Loyola Marymount University

Department of Teaching and Learning

Antonio Felix

Affiliate Faculty, Director, PLACE Corps and CAST · Loyola Marymount University

Department of Teaching and Learning

Catholic School Leadership Formation Catechetical Leadership Catholic School Teacher Preparation Teacher Education Social Justice Leadership

Maryann Krikorian

Clinical Associate Professor · Loyola Marymount University

Department of Teaching and Learning

Research Methodology Social-Emotional-Cultural Learning Critical and Contemplative Education Learner Wellbeing Program Evaluation and Assessment

Jill Sonke

Research Director/Research Associate Professor · University of Florida

Jill Sonke is active in research, teaching, and international cultural exchange.

Telehealth Global Health Arts Arts in Medicine Dance

Laurie Westphal

Published Author / Educational Speaker · Laurie E. Westphal

Author/Speaker who focuses on making differentiation a teaching lifestyle

Differentiation Strategies Choice Menus

Tracy Citeroni

Associate Professor of Sociology · University of Mary Washington

Dr. Citeroni's concern for social justice informs her research and teaching.

Community & International Development Sociology Public Sociology Social Advocacy Feminism & Gender Studies

Barry Joyner

Dean and Professor of Exercise Science · Georgia Southern University

Barry Joyner is an expert in physical activity, exercise science, teaching/learning, and outcome assessment.

Outcome Assessment Exercise Science Physical Activity

Sarah Young

Principal Librarian · Carnegie Mellon University

Sarah Young is a social sciences librarian, providing teaching and research support.

Information Systems Social & Decision Sciences Statistics Reference Public Policy

Dave Mawhinney

Associate Teaching Professor · Carnegie Mellon University

Dave Mawhinney is the executive director of the Swartz Center for Entrepreneurship and the Donald H. Jones Center for Entrepreneurship.

Entrepreneurship Advertising Startup Businesses Healthcare Information Technology Startups

David Paul, M.D.

Chair of Pediatrics · ChristianaCare

Dr. David Paul is one of the nation's leading neonatologists who's been recognized for his excellence in teaching, research and care.

Clinical Research Infant Mortality Neonatology Pediatrics Premature Births

Stacey Curtis

Clinical Associate Professor/Assistant Dean · University of Florida

Stacey Curtis is passionate about student development through teaching and community pharmacy practice.

Wellness and Well-being Pharmacy Management Community Pharmacy Immunizations Over-the-Counter Medications

Charli Carpenter

Professor of Political Science and Director of Human Security Lab · University of Massachusetts Amherst

Charli Carpenter's teaching and research interests include the protection of civilians, laws of war and humanitarian affairs.

International Relations World Politics Children Born of War Global Issue Networks Laws of War

Ahmet Sonmez, Ph.D.

Associate Professor · VCU College of Engineering

Computer Science teaching faculty member.

Ani Shabazian

Professor · Loyola Marymount University

Department of Teaching and Learning

Early Childhood Education Assessing Early Childhood Environments Elevating the Quality of Care of Vulnerable Children

Sharon Austin

Professor · University of Florida

Sharon Wright Austin’s teaching and research interests are in American government, urban politics and African American politics.

Southern Politics African American Politics Urban Politics

Jake Glover, Ph.D.

Senior Education Officer and Director of Client Resources · IDEA

Jake was drawn to IDEA because its mission is very much his life focus— to help improve teaching and learning in the broadest scope.

Higher Education Administration Faculty Development Instructional Design Student Affairs Curriculum Development