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Sascha Usenko B.S., Ph.D.

Professor of Environmental Science. Director, Environmental Science Graduate ProgramBaylor University

Environmental chemist focused on transport, transformation & forensic fingerprinting of anthropogenic contaminants in aquatic ecosystems

Marie-Line Germain

Professor of Human Resources and LeadershipWestern Carolina University

Marie-Line Germain specializes in psychosocial risks, mental health in the workplace and personality disorders of corporate leaders.

J. Andrew Hansen

Associate ProfessorWestern Carolina University

Jessica M. Hayden

Assistant ProfessorWestern Carolina University

Jessica M. Hayden's teaching and research interests include Congress, representation, gender and political communication.

Hal Herzog

Professor EmeritusWestern Carolina University

Hal Herzog has been investigating the complex psychology of our interactions with other species for more than two decades.

Afroditi V. Filippas, Ph.D.

ProfessorElectrical and Computer Engineering

Professor Filippas is VCU’s representative to CCAM. Her research focuses on Smart Manufacturing, Data Analytics, and Modeling.

Vittal Anantatmula

ProfessorWestern Carolina University

Vittal Anantatmula’s current research is focused on project management teams, integrating knowledge management and project management.

Todd Petersen

Professor of EnglishSouthern Utah University

Specializing in formal structures of visual storytelling, creative writing, film theory, and aesthetics

Pamela Powell

Dean of College of Education and Human DevelopmentSouthern Utah University

Specializing in early elementary education, curriculum and instruction, and reading education

Rita Osborn

Executive Director of Utah Center for Rural HealthSouthern Utah University

Specializing in rural health issues, grant writing, and program development.