Board, Administration, Faculty and Staff

Board of Trustees

The policy making and supervisory functions of the administration of the college, as provided by state law, are vested in a nine-person Board of Trustees. The Board delegates the professional responsibility to the President of the college, who is assisted by other administrative officers.

Administrative and Academic Officers

Administrative and Professional Staff

(Year indicates beginning of affiliation with Midland College)

Kennedy, Damon, President; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2006)

Adair, Tiffany, Director, Financial Aid, Compliance and Reporting; B.A., Texas Tech University (2012)

Aguila, Jaime, Director, Community and Family Engagement; A.A., Fresno City College; B.A., M.A., University of California, Davis; Ph.D., Arizona State University (2016)

Aldana, Barbara, Academic Advisor-Pathways; A.A.S., A.A., San Jacinto Community College District; B.A., Eastern Illinois University (2024)

Allen, Forrest, Director, Athletics; B.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.B.A., Texas Tech University (1995)

Anderson, Sarah, Associate Director, Maintenance and Grounds; A.A.S., B.A.T, Midland College; M.B.A., Sul Ross State University (2016)

Andrews, Jared, Lead Coach, College and Career Connections; B.A., Angelo State University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Annankra, Krystal, Director, Pathways Advising; B.F.A., Hardin-Simmons University; M.J., University of North Texas (2020)

Arnold, Tra, Coach, Men’s Basketball; A.A., College of Southern Idaho; B.S., Biola University; M.Ed., Prairie View A&M University (2022)

Avalos, Pedro, Dean, Applied Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., M.S., Lubbock Christian University (2009)

Barnard, Brianna, Librarian, Automation/Technical Services; A.A., Southeastern Baptist College; B.A., M.L.I.S., University of Southern Mississippi (2017)

Bateman, Justin, Associate Vice President of Instructional Support; A.A., New Mexico Junior College; B.B.A., University of the Southwest; J.D., The University of New Mexico (2022)

Begeman, Jamie, Associate Director, Payroll; A.A.S., Parkland College (2020)

Bender, Stacy, Coach, College & Career Connections; B.A., Texas A&M University (2024)

Bennett, Brittany, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2023)

Blackburn, Andreina, Associate Director, Financial Aid; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A., B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2018)

Borgstedte, Ashley, Chief of Police (2013)

Brinks, Megan, Dean, Outreach and Financial Aid; B.J., University of Nebraska-Lincoln; M.A., Arizona State University (2022)

Brunner, Kevin, Police Lieutenant (2023)

Burandt, Collette, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., University of Michigan Flint (2023)

Burleson, Christopher, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.A., B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Butts, Joseph, Executive Director, Capital Improvements (2021)

Cadena, Carlee, Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.S., Texas Tech University (2024)

Callo, Lauren, Director, Accounting (Controller); A.A.G.S., Midland College; B.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2015)

Caples, Stephanie, Director, Behavioral Health Programs; B.A., M.A., Ph.D., University of Texas at Austin (2023)

Carrillo, Maira, Dean, Math and Sciences; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ph.D., University of North Texas (2023)

Castro, Angel, Coach, Softball; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.S., Eastern New Mexico University (2021)

Caudillo, Jennifer, Database Programmer; A.A.S., El Paso Community College (2023)

Chambers, Jeffrey, Vice President of Administrative Services; A.S., Northeast Texas Community College; B.B.A., University of Texas-Tyler, M.B.A., LeTourneau University; M.S.A., Texas A&M University-Texarkana (2023)

Chisum, Alexandra, Associate Director, International Admissions and Advising; B.A., Texas State University (2022)

Chisum, Kori, Director, Community Programs; B.A., Hardin Simmons University; M.S., Abilene Christian University (2023)

Connell, Elaine, Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.M., M.A., West Texas A&M University (2023)

Cooper, Nicole, Dean, Student Life; M.S., Purdue University Global (2023)

Cruz, Armand, Graphic Designer; B.F.A., University of Santo Tomas (2023)

Curiel, Ida, Associate Director, First Generation and Post College; B.A., Texas A&M University Corpus Christi (2021)

Daniels, Haven, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., Texas State University (2023)

Danley, Karisa, Executive Director, Marketing, Communication and Public Relations; B.A., Stephen F. Austin State University (2023)

Davidson, Erin, Associate Director, Reporting Services; B.A., Austin College; M.Ed., Angelo State University (2012)

De La O, Frank, Vice President of Instruction; B.A., Texas A&M University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ph.D., University of Texas at El Paso (2001)

Delucas, Daisy, Associate Director, Accounting; A.S., Midland College; B.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2010)

Diaz, Angie, Assistant Director, Manor Park Children’s Center; A.A., Midland College (2015)

Diaz, Lazaro, Advisor, Career and Transfer; B.A., Wayland Baptist University; M.A., B.H. Carroll Theological Institute (2019)

Dixon, Michael, Provost; B.S., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ed.D., Abilene Christian University (1999)

Dresel, Stephanie, Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.A., Texas A&M University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Duarte-Diaz, Geneva, Academic Advisor, Pathways; A.S., A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2024)

Edwards, Victoria, Dean, Continuing Education; B.S., Universidad Central de Venezuela; M.G.M., Tulane University (2021)

Evans, Katelyn, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2021)

Evans, Pervis, Dean, Public Service; M.S., Texas Tech University; M.Ed., Sul Ross State University (2024)

Fairchild, Courtney, Director, Dual Credit Service Center; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.P.A., Corban University (2014)

Feeler, William, Dean, Fine Arts and Communications; A.A., Odessa College; B.A., North Texas State University; M.A., University of Texas at Austin; Ph.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1989)

Fennell, Barbara, Director, Purchasing and Payables (2001)

Fischer, Timothy, Photographer/Videographer; B.S., Bradley University (2024)

Fontenot-Amedee, Isaac, Assistant Coach, Men’s Basketball; B.S., Nicholls State University (2024

Frantz, Tanya, Director, Child Care Centers; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2001)

Gafford, Kristina, Coach, Volleyball; B.B.A., Texas Wesleyan University (2018)

Gann, Chelsy, Director, Workforce Continuing Education and PPDC; A.S., Howard College; B.A., M.P.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2022)

Garza, Olivia, Assistant Coach, Softball; B.S., University of Houston (2024)

Garza, Virginia, Academic Advisor, Pathways; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2018)

Gasch, Derek, Vice President of Operations; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A.A.S., M.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2014)

Giddins, Shafiyah, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2023)

Glenn, Cameron, Microsoft and Computer Systems Administrator; (2025)

Glenn, Thomas, Vice President of Strategy and Analytics; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.S., West Texas A&M University (2022)

Gomez, Julie, Manager, Digital Media; A.A., Midland College; B.A., Texas Tech University (2024)

Goolsby, Jennifer, Director, Process Improvement; B.B.A., Texas Tech University; M.ED., Angelo State University (2010)

Granado, John, Instructional and Curriculum Lead, Adult Basic Education; B.A., Sul Ross State University; M.H.I.M., Grand Canyon University (2024)

Granado, Joseph, Vice President of Student Services; M.S., Texas A&M University (2023)

Grinnan, Shep, Counselor; B.A., University of Texas at Austin; M.S., Texas A&M University; Licensed Professional Counselor (1996)

Gwatney, Bradley, Director, Housing and Accommodations; A.A., B.S., Arkansas Tech University (2023)

Haltom, Lori, Executive Director, College and Career Connections; B.S., Northwestern Oklahoma State University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Haney, Shelly, Executive Director, Retention, Recruitment, and Transfer; B.S., Texas Tech University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Harmon, Amber, Executive Director, Early Childhood Education; B.S., M.A, University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Harris, Alaina, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.S., Texas Tech University (2023)

Harris, Rita, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2021)

Havner, Brandi, Dean, Allied Health; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A.A.S., M.S., Texas A&M University Commerce (2016)

Heinisch, Robert, Director, Transportation Training; B.S., M.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2023)

Henson, Carrie, Advisor, Career and Transfer; B.S., Texas Tech University (2022)

Hernandez, Amy, Director, Admissions and Welcome Center; A.S., Midland College; B.S., Sul Ross State University (2016)

Hill, Cory, Assistant Coach, Women’s Basketball; B.A., Western Governors University (2024)

Huffman, Nereida, Dean, Admissions and Pathways Advising; A.A., Seward County Community College; B.B.A., Friends University; M.Ed., Angelo State University (2015)

Jones, Micah, Director, Enterprise Software; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2008)

Jones, Paul, Instructor, Transportation Training; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2018)

Jones, Ron, Compliance Director and Coach, Women’s Basketball; B.S.Ed., M.Ed., University of Central Oklahoma (1994)

Juarez, Eric, Instructor, Transportation Training; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College; M.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Kadian, Deeksha, Director, Adult Basic Education and Literacy; B.A., M.A., Panjab University; M.B.A., University of Central Oklahoma (2022)

Kennedy, Marc, Director, Learning Commons; B.A., University of New Mexico, M.L.S., Kent State (2022)

Lindley, Heather, Director, Data and Analytics; A.A., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.S., University of Illinois Springfield (2012)

Little, Andrea, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.S., Lubbock X (2024)

Lively, Charda, Manager, Payroll (2025)

Lopez, Joshua, Database Programmer; B.S., Sul Ross State University (2021)

Madewell, Cindy, Dean, Health Sciences; A.A., Tulsa Community College; B.S.N., University of Oklahoma; M.S.N., University of Texas at El Paso (2024)

Makowsky, Michael, Dean, Social and Behavioral Sciences and Business; B.A., Texas Tech University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (1999)

Martinez, Jeremy, Director, Testing Services; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2001)

Matlock, Marissa, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; A.A., B.A.S., Midland College (2023)

McNerlin, Haley, Academic Advisor, Pathways; A.A., Midland College; B.A., Texas A&M University (2021)

Melcher, Latasha, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.A., Texas Tech University; M. Ed., Wayland Baptist University (2024)

Mikeska, Sonya, Athletic Trainer; B.S., M.S., Angelo State University (1996)

Miller, Katie, Director, Area Health Education Center; B.S., Texas A&M University (2018)

Milson, Makenzie, Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.A., Sam Houston State University, M.Ed., Texas Tech University (2019)

Morales, Akierra, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; M.Ed., American College of Education (2024)

Morgan, Natasha, Executive Director, Human Resources and Payroll; B.B.A., Texas Tech University (2005)

Myers, Jennifer, Associate Vice President, Workforce Education; B.A., Texas Tech University; M.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Psy.D., University of the Rockies (2021)

Nash, Eric, Associate Director, Network Services; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., Western Governors University (2024)

Neufeld, Trudy, Instructor, Transportation Training (2019)

Ogbondah, Diana, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., National Louis University-Chicago Campus (2024)

Olmedo, Jesus, Network Security & Computer Systems Administrator; A.A.S., Midland College (2020)

Ortega, Daniel, Director, Veteran Services; B.S., Southern Illinois University; M.Ed., Sul Ross State University (2018)

Parrish, Michael, Executive Director, IT Infrastructure; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2023)

Pervier, Curt, Associate Vice President of CTE Planning and Coordination; B.S., M.S., University of North Texas (1977)

Peterson, Randee, Director, Records; A.A., Dodge City Community College; B.S., M.Ed., Angelo State University (2023)

Phillips, Andy, Director, AI G. Langford Chaparral Center; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2020)

Pisklak, Georgia, Librarian, Electronic Resources; B.S., Texas A&M University Galveston; M.S., University of North Texas (2022)

Poage, Miranda, Director, Institutional Effectiveness; B.S., Texas Tech University; Ph.D., National University of Ireland, Maynooth (2009)

Poole, Khalinn, Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2022)

Prado, Sara, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; A.A., Midland College; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2019)

Prementine, Katherine, Director, Alumni Relations and Event Management; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2008)

Prucka, Rachel, Director, Employdd Development; B.S., Texas A&M University (2021)

Ragland, Jamie, Director, Marketing and Communications; B.S., Texas A&M University (2024)

Ramos, Nicole, Lead Coach, College and Career Connections; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Ramos, Thomas, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Ramos, Victor, Network and Computer Systems Administrator; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., M.S., Western Governors University (2021)

Ramos, Yolanda, Director, Financial Aid; A.G.S., Midland College; B.S., Lubbock Christian University (1993)

Reker, Charles, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.B.A., Texas Tech University; M.Ed., Lamar University (2024)

Roberts, Charles, Director, Facility Operations (2024)

Rodriguez, Hector, Coach, Baseball; B.S., University of Texas at San Antonio (2006)

Roper, Brady, Assistant Coach, Baseball; B.B.S.C., Hardin Simmons University (2022)

Saiz, Melanie, Executive Director, Development and Operations (2025)

Saleem, Sara, Director, Legacy Scholars Program; B.A., Framingham State University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2025)

Sam, Tanisha, Associate Director, Legacy Scholars Program; M.Ed., Texas Tech University (2023)

Sanchez Mendoza, Rodrigo, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.A., Texas A&M University (2024)

Sanchez, Monica, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; A.A., B.A.S., Midland College (2023)

Savage, Deana, Chief of Staff; B.A., North Texas State University; M.Ed., Texas Woman’s University; Ed.D., Texas A&M University Commerce (1982)

Sawyer, Thomas, Instructor, Transportation Training (2024)

Shoemaker, Leslie, Executive Assistant to the President and Board of Trustees; B.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2020)

Sims, Amber, Director, Student Support Services and Title IX Coordinator; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Smith, Antoinette, Director, Project Management Office; B.S., M.B.A., Western Governors University (2023)

Smith, Lori, Principal, Pre-K Academy; B.S., Angelo State University; M.Ed., Sul Ross State University (2019)

Stamps, Deann, Associate Director, Human Resources; B.B.A., Angelo State University (2024)

Summers, Latosha, Database Programmer; A.A.S., Midland College (2020)

Tarpley, Matt, Director, Williams Regional Technical Training Center; B.S., M.S., Tarleton State University (2013)

Taylor, David, Database Programmer; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2019)

Taylor, Tracey, Software Analyst; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2023)

Taylor, Zachary, Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.A., Dallas Baptist University (2023)

Thoms, Emily, Director, Recruiting & Outreach; B.A., Texas A&M University (2023)

Torres, William, Associate Vice President, Organizational Learning and Engagement; B.S., Missouri State University; M.A., University of Central Missouri; Ed.D., Tarleton State University (2020)

Vasquez, Cody, Director, Academic Engagement; B.B.A., M.B.A., Angelo State University; M.A., Texas Tech University (2024)

Vasquez, Lizette, Associate Director Student Basic Needs and Accommodations (2025)

Vega, Adrian, Vice President of Institutional Advancement; B.A., The University of Texas at San Antonio; M.Ed., Texas Woman’s University; Ed.D., Texas A & M University - Commerce (2024)

Velasquez, Charles, Director, Network Services; B.S., Sul Ross State University (1997)

Velasquez, Crystal, Registrar; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.Ed., Angelo State University (2009)

Vo, Diana, Advisor/Coordinator, Health Information Management; B.A., Boston University (2021)

Walker, Meredith, Director, Scholarships; B.S., Texas Tech University; M.P.A., University of Texazs of the Permian Basin (2021)

Webb, Amy, Director, Dual Credit Partnerships; B.A., Dallas Baptist University; M.A., Texas Tech University (2024)

White, Gene, Executive Director, Digital Transformation (2025)

Whitley, Eric, Senior Programmer and Technology Analyst; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Williams, Stephanie, Assistant Director, Helen L. Greathouse Child Care Center; A.A.S., Odessa College (2022)

Williams, Walter, Coach, Golf; B.S., Sam Houston State University (2017)

Wood, Wendy, Dean, Health Sciences Dual Credit and Continuing Education; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.S.N., University of Texas-Arlington; M.B.A., M.S.N., Grand Canyon University (2013)

Yeargain, Alix, Server and Virtualization Administrator (2025)

Zimmerhanzel, Kathryn, Associate Registrar; A.S., Midland College; B.A., Texas Tech University; M.Ed., Angelo State University; Ed.D., St. Thomas University (2013)

Zivulj, Stanimir, Interim Assistant Coach; B.A., Tougallo College (2022)

Full-Time Faculty

(Year indicates beginning of affiliation with Midland College)

Midland College is extremely fortunate to maintain a faculty of dedicated student-centered instructors who possess professional expertise and an ability to meet individual student learning needs. This list will vary somewhat from year to year.

Anderson, John, Associate Professor, Chemistry; B.S., Southeastern Oklahoma State University; M.S., University of North Texas (1999)

Anselmi, Jennifer, Associate Professor, History; A.A., Copiah-Lincoln Community College; B.A., M.A., University of Southern Mississippi (2017)

Arrieta, Belinda, Instructor, Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration; A.A.S., Midland College (2024)

Baker, Holly, Instructor, Respiratory Care; A.A., A.A.S., Tarrant County College; B.S., Midwestern State University (2022)

Barnard, Nancy, Instructor, Integrated Reading and Writing/English; B.A., M.A., William Carey University (2019)

Belazi, Omar, Professor, Economics; B.C., University of Libya; M.B.A., D.B.A., Texas Tech University (1982)

Belizaire, Amelia, Associate Professor, Biology; B.S., Niagara University; M.S.N., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; R.N. (2010)

Bewley, Rabon, Professor, Music; B.A., Southeastern Oklahoma State University; M.Mus., Pittsburgh State University; D.M.E., Liberty University (1999)

Bhattacharjee, Anirban, Associate Professor, Physics; M.S., PH.D., University of Wyoming (2024)

Blumenauer, Amme, Professor, Organizational Management; A.S., B.A.T., Midland College; M.A., M.B.A., Sul Ross State University; D.B.A., University of the Southwest (2010)

Bontke, Joseph, Professor, Information Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., Western Governors University (2015)

Bosch, Victoria, Instructor, Child Care and Development; B.S., Purdue University Global; M.Ed., Arizona State University (2023)

Boyce, Melissa, Professor, English; B.A., Indiana University; M.A., Auburn University; J.D., Valparaiso University (2015)

Bray, David, Instructor, Aviation Maintenance Technology; A.S., Vincennes University (2023)

Broussard, Karen, Associate Professor, Associate Degree Nursing; A.A.S., San Jacinto Community College; B.S.N., M.S.N., Texas Woman’s University; R.N. (2019)

Brown, Sylvia, Professor, Office Systems Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., Lubbock Christian University; M.B.A., Grand Canyon University; Microsoft Certified Master Instructor (1995)

Brown, William, Professor, English; A.A., Coastal Alabama Community College; B.A., M.A., University of South Alabama; Ph.D., Indiana University Bloomington (2017)

Callo, Paula, Instructor, Health Sciences Academy; B.S.N., Saint Joseph’s College; R.N. (2021)

Campbell, Lance, Instructor, Automotive Technology, WRTTC; Certificate, A.A.S., Midland College (2012)

Cates, Jesse, Associate Professor, Energy Technology; B.S., Tennessee Technological University (2023)

Clements, Betty, Associate Professor, Speech; B.A., M.A., University of Louisiana at Monroe; PH.D., Carolina University (2024)

Cohlmia, Krista, Professor, Mathematics; B.S., Texas A&M University; M.S., Texas Tech University; Ph.D., Southern Methodist University (2016)

Collier, Christopher, Associate Professor, Fire Science Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2022)

Collins, Kelly, Cosmetology (2024)

Copeland, Lupita, Assistant Professor, Sonography; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A.A.S., Texas A&M University Commerce; M.Ed., Texas Tech University (2023)

Cranford, Sara Gail, Associate Professor, Mathematics; B.S., M.Ed., Texas A&M University (2023)

Cranford, Scott, Professor, Welding Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2010)

Cremeans, Norman, Professor, Automotive Technology; B.S., M.B.A., Western Governors University (2018)

Cross, Brenton, Professor, English and Humanities; B.A., M.A., Criswell College; Ph.D., University of Texas-Dallas (2019)

Cummins, Anthony, Associate Professor, Energy Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2017)

Day, Maci, Instructor, Vocational Nursing; B.S.N., M.S., Tarleton State University (2022)

Clements, Betty, Associate Professor, Speech; B.A., M.A., University of Louisiana at Monroe, PH.D., Carolina University (2024)

Eddison, Kally, Associate Professor, Respiratory Care; B.S., Midwestern State University; M.S., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; R.C.P. (2020)

Edens, David, Professor, Psychology; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; B.A., M.S., Abilene Christian University (2004)

Egan, Brendan, Professor, English; B.F.A., New York University; M.A., M.F.A., McNeese State University (2011)

Egan, Stacy, Professor, English; B.A., New York University; M.A., M.F.A, McNeese State University (2013)

Esquivel, Rosalinda, Associate Professor, Health Sciences, WRTTC; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S.N., Grand Canyon University; L.V.N., R.N. (2018)

Falcon, Olivia, Instructor, Health Sciences Academy, WRTTC; L.V.N. (2023)

Farris, Chad, Instructor, Aviation Maintenance Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2004)

Fields, J. Michael, Instructor, Cosmetology; A.A., El Paso Community College; (2004)

Fitzgerald, Laurie, Professor, Sonography; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College; R.N., R.D.M.S. (2008)

Flores, Isabel, Assistant Professor, Health Sciences Academy; A.S., A.A.S., Midland College; B.S.N., Universidad Juarez Estado de Durango (2022)

Franks-Meeks, Sherron, Associate Professor, Associate Degree Nursing; B.S.N., University of Texas at Arlington; B.S.N., M.P.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ph.D., University of Texas at Tyler 

Fuquay, Tabitha, Instructor, Radiologic Technology; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.A., Ottawa University; M.B.A., Capella University (2023)

Gaines, Steven, Professor, Speech; B.A., M.A., Abilene Christian University; M.Div., Harding School of Theology; Ph.D., The University of Memphis (2019)

Garcia, Raymond, Instructor, Pharmacy Technician; A.S., Midland College (2020)

Gaspard, John, Professor, History; B.S., B.A., Louisiana State University; M.A., Baylor University; M.Ed., Ph.D., Louisiana State University (2016)

Gawloski, Joan, Associate Professor, Geology; B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania; M.S., Baylor University (2009)

Gilbreath, Stephanie, Instructor, Health Sciences Academy; A.A.S., Odessa College (2022)

Giles, Tony, Associate Professor, Geology; B.S., University of Arkansas at Little Rock; M.S., Sul Ross State University (2013)

Gilmour, Terry, Professor, Government; B.S., M.A., West Texas A&M University; Ph.D., Texas Tech University (1997)

Glass, Howard, Instructor, Fire Science Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; L.P. (2014)

Gonzalez, Justin, Instructor, Mathematics; B.S., Angelo State University; M.S., Texas Tech University (2024)

Green, Anansa, Instructor, Mathematics; B.S., M.S., Stephen F. Austin State University (2020)

Griffin, Dalona, Associate Professor, Health Services Management and Health Information Management; B.S., Texas Southern University; M.B.A., Texas Woman’s University; M.S., The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; R.H.I.A. (2020)

Guajardo, Bethany, Instructor, Biology; B.S., M.S., Angelo State University (2022)

Gutierrez, Erick, Professor, Diesel Technology; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2013)

Hannsz, Shana, Instructor, Criminal Justice; B.S.O.E., Wayland Baptist University; M.S., University of North Texas (2021)

Healer, Mitchell, Professor, Emergency Medical Services; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.S., University of Texas Health Science Center of San Antonio (2018)

Heredia, Richard, Assistant Professor, Emergency Medical Services; A.A.S., Midland College (2020)

Hernandez, Tomas, Professor, Biology; B.S., M.S., Sul Ross State University (1995)

Hildebrand, Sarah, Associate Professor, Mathematics; A.S., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.S., Texas A&M University (2014)

Houck, Todd, Professor, History; B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2002)

Houston, Michael, Instructor, Energy Technology; B.A.A.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Hubbard, Michael, Professor, Art; B.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design; M.F.A., Washington State University (2011)

Hutson, Marshalla, Associate Professor, Integrated Reading & Writing; A.S., A.A.S., Seward County Community College; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2022)

Hyatt, Vanessa, Assistant Professor, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design; A.A.S., Midland College (2017)

Johnson, Doug, Professor, Business Management; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas at Arlington; M.S., Tarleton State University (1999)

Kesavan, Pat, Professor, Chemistry; B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Pondicherry University (2011)

Kim, Keonho, Professor, Geology; B.S., M. S., Seoul National University; M.S., Ph.D., State University of New York, Buffalo (2013)

Kneisley, Brian, Professor, Criminal Justice; A.A.S., Eastern New Mexico University; B.S., M.S., M.A., Sul Ross State University (2016)

Kneisley, Jamie, Associate Professor, Mathematics; A.S., Midland College; B.A., Austin College; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ed.D., University of Miami (2017)

Korthauer, Shawnda, Professor, Health Services Management and Health Information Management; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., University of Cincinnati; M.S., Walden University; R.H.I.A., C.C.S. (2008)

Kowalczyk, Janusz, Instructor, Energy Technology; A.A., San Jacinto Community College (2019)

Kuhn, Mark, Professor, Fire Science Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; A.S., B.A., Southeastern Louisiana University (2009)

Lambert, Leonora, Professor, Health Services Management and Health Information Management; B.S., Texas State University; M.S., Houston Baptist University; Ed.D., Maryville University; R.H.I.A. (2010)

Laster, Sonya, Associate Professor, Student Success; B.A., Albany State University; M.Ed., Troy University; M.S., Texas A&M University Commerce (2013)

Latham, Andrew, Associate Professor, English; B.A., Texas State University; M.A., The University of Texas at Tyler; Ph.D., University of Texas at Arlington (2017)

Lopez, Shawna, Associate Professor, Biology; B.A.A.S., M.S., West Texas A&M University; M.Ed., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2019)

Loughlin, Robert, Instructor, Aviation Maintenance Technology; A.O.S., Vaughn College (2024)

Lumpkin, Adriana, Professor, Computer Programming & Analytics; B.S., Sul Ross State University; M.S., Capella University (1999)

Macha, Drew, Assistant Professor, Mathematics; B.S., Texas Tech University; M.S., Texas A&M University (2021)

Mai, Son, Professor, Organizational Management; A.A., Tarrant County College; B.A., University of Texas at Arlington; M.A., Stephen F. Austin State University; M.B.A., McNeese State University; Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2021)

Maldonado, Daisy, Instructor, Associate of Arts in Teaching; A.S., Midland College; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.Ed., Texas A&M University (2024)

Malone, Benjamin, Associate Professor, Government; B.B.S.C., Hardin Simmons University; M.A., Texas State University (2022)

Martin, Meredith, Associate Professor, Sociology; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.A., Texas Tech University; Ph.D., Texas Women’s University (2014)

Martinez, Yesenia, Instructor, Welding Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2021)

Mauricio, Duberlinda, Associate Professor, Spanish; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2007)

McBride, Aimee, Assistant Professor, Art; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.A., Manchester University/Sotheby’s Institute of Art (2020)

McNeely, Debbie, Associate Professor, Psychology; B.A., M.A., California State University, Chico; Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2017)

Moreno Rivero, Elvira, Associate Professor, Henry Chair of Engineering (Temporary); (2024)

Morris, Miriam, Instructor, Cosmetology; A.S., Midland College (2024)

Myers, Ian, Instructor, Emergency Medical Services; A.A., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (2024)

Oakleaf, Steffie, Instructor, Behavioral Health Programs; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.Ed., Sul Ross State University (2023)

Ortiz, Benjamin, Instructor, Mathematics; B.S., Sul Ross State University; M.S., University of Texas at Del Rio Valley (2021)

Ortiz, Erika, Instructor, Health Sciences Academy; L.V.N. (2023)

Osuamkpe, Katie, Assistant Professor, Music; B.M., Idaho State University; M.Mus., University of Montana; D.M.E., Liberty University (2021)

Pandey, Hari, Associate Professor, Chemistry; M.S., Ph.D., University of Nevada, Reno (2024)

Perez, Linda, Instructor, Office Systems Technology/Information Technology-WRTTC; A.A., Northwest Vista College; B.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.B.A., Schreiner University, (2024)

Piazza, Sabrina, Instructor, Radiographic Technology; B.A., Queens College (2024)

Post-McCorkle, Amy, Professor, Speech; B.A., Cameron University; M.A., Oklahoma State University; Ph.D., University of Oklahoma (2021)

Rakich, Whitney, Associate Professor, Spanish; B.A., Northwestern University; M.A., Ph.D., University of New Mexico (2015)

Rhodes, Alizia, Instructor, Biology; M.S., Texas A&M University (2025)

Richards, Sondra, Professor, Government; B.S., M.P.A., Texas A&M University; Ph.D., University of Houston (2006)

Richardson, Michael, Professor, Art; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.F.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.F.A., Washington State University (2013)

Roberts, Jaroy, Professor, Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration; A.A.S., Odessa College (2008)

Roberts, Timothy, Associate Professor, Automotive Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2022)

Robinson, Sandra, Associate Professor, Biology; B.S., Texas A&M University; M.S., University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston (2006)

Rohlfs, Charity, Associate Professor, Paralegal; B.A., University of Alabama; J.D., University of Mississippi (2018)

Rosa, Crystal, Instructor, Health Sciences Academy; A.A., Odessa College; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2022)

Ross, Denise, Professor, Associate Degree Nursing; A.A., Eastern New Mexico University, Roswell; B.S.N., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; M.S.N., University of Texas at El Paso; D.N.P., Grand Canyon University; R.N. (2016)

Rusert, Daniel, Associate Professor Diesel Technology; DeVry University (2024)

Salgado, Rey, Associate Professor, Automotive Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2017)

Sanchez, Connie, Associate Professor, Developmental Mathematics; A.S., Midland College; B.S., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2007)

Schantz, Ginger, Associate Professor, Government; B.A., Texas Tech University; M.A., New Mexico State University (2015)

Schenkman, Joseph, Associate Professor, Biology; B.S., M.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2012)

Schenkman, Melissa, Associate Professor, Biology; M.S., Sul Ross State University (2024)

Schwarz, Jay, Professor, Psychology; B.A., Florida Atlantic University; M.S., Nova Southeastern University; M.A., Norwich University; Ph.D., Grand Canyon University (2021)

Segovia, Raquel, Professor, Office Systems Technology; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2002)

Severino, Joseph, Associate Professor, Mathematics; B.A., Austin College; M.S., Texas Tech University (2005)

Shelton, Stephanie, Professor, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling; A.A. Odessa College; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2008)

Sherman, Dagan, Professor, Art; B.F.A., Fort Hays State University; M.F.A., Wichita State University (2010)

Shreves, Shawn, Professor, Computer Programming and Analytics; B.S., M.S., Texas A&M University Commerce (2019)

Soliz, Anthony, Instructor, Kinesiology; B.S., M.S., Angelo State University (2009)

Spenser, Kristina, Associate Professor, Vocational Nursing; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.S.N., Grand Canyon University; R.N. (2019)

Stephens, Kendra, Professor, Economics; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.A., American Public University (2015)

Swendsen, Jennifer, Program Director, Associate Degree Nursing; A.A.S., Odessa College; M.S., D.N.P., Walden University (2025)

Thomas, Wade, Assistant Professor, Emergency Medical Services; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.S., University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (2022)

Tipton, Amanda, Associate Professor, Associate Degree Nursing; B.S.N., West Texas A&M University (2023)

Toni, Christopher, Instructor, Mathematics; B.A., Northeastern Illinois University; M.S., Michigan State University; M.A., University of California Santa Cruz (2023)

VanCuren, Stephanie, Associate Professor, Student Success; B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.Ed., Abilene Christian University (2016)

Vasquez, Brooklyn, Instructor, Biology; A.S., Midland College; B.S., M.S., Texas Tech University; M.S., D.C., Parker University (2024)

Villarreal, Marta, Professor, Information Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2005)

Vuckovic, Vladan, Associate Professor, Computer Programming and Analytics; A.S., Midland College; B.S., M.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

Westfall, Dale, Professor, Business Administration; B.B.A., M.B.Ed., Texas A&M University (1979)

White, Kimberly, Associate Professor, Early Childhood Education; B.A., California State University San Bernardino; M.A., Pacific Oaks College; Ph.D., Northcentral University (2022)

Williams, Mary, Professor, English; B.A., Texas Tech University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2001)

Williford, Allison, Associate Professor, History; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2022)

Yorkman, Denise, Professor, Associate of Arts in Teaching; B.S., Eastern New Mexico University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ed.D., St. Thomas University (2014)

Zamarripa, Luis, Instructor, Welding Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2018)

Zapata-Nunez, Juan, Instructor, Diesel Technology (2023)

Full-Time Lab Faculty

(Year indicates beginning of affiliation with Midland College)

Midland College is extremely fortunate to maintain a faculty of dedicated student-centered instructors. The full-time lab faculty listed here possess professional expertise and an ability to meet individual student learning needs. This list will vary somewhat from year to year.

DeLaRosa, Bianca, Lab Instructor, Automotive Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2023)

Jackson, Tiffany, Lab Instructor, Cosmetology (2018)

Montes, Andrea, Lab Instructor, Computer Information Systems; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2014)

Olivas, Nathan, Lab Instructor, Welding Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2023)

Pritchard, James, Lab Instructor/Coordinator, Chemistry; A.A.S., Murray State College (2018)

Schantz, Dann, Lab Instructor, Engineering; A.A.S., Texas State Technical College; B.S., Sul Ross State University (2023)