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 Officers

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)

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

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

Baltier, Kayle, Academic Advisor-Pathways; B.S., The University of Texas Permian Basin; M.S., Sul Ross State University (2025)

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 Educational Partnerships; 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)

Bell, Ashley, Lead Advisor, Dual Credit; A.A., Midland College; B.S., Sul Ross State University (2025)

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)

Bland, Mara, Director, Digital Engagement; B.S., Sul Ross State University (2025)

Borgstedte, Ashley, Chief of Police (2013)

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

Brunner, Kevin, Police Lieutenant (2023)

Bueno, Irma, Advisor, Scholarships; B.S.W., The University of Texas Permian Basin (2022)

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)

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

Callo, Lauren, Associate Vice President of Accounting Services (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., PhD.; The University of Texas at Austin (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)

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

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

Connell, Elaine, Associate Director, Student Needs and Accommodations; 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 Initiatives; A.A., Del Mar College; B.A., Texas A&M University Corpus Christi; M.A.Ed, University of Texas El Paso (2021)

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

Danley, Karisa, Associate Vice President, Marketing Communications 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)

Daw, Kimberly, Director, Health Sciences Continuing Education; Certificate, A.A., Baptist Bible College; B.S., M.A., Liberty University (2014)

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)

De La O, Heather, Associate Vice President, Institutional Planning, Effectiveness and Research; A.A., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2010)

Delucas, Daisy, Director, Accounting Foundation; 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, Lead Academic Advisor, Pathways; B.A., Texas A&M University; M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2024)

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

Edwards, Victoria, Dean, Cogdell Learning Center and Communications; 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, Continuing Education; 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)

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

Fontenot-Amedee, Isaac, 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 Facilities and IT; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A.A.S., M.B.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2014)

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)

Glenn, Nicole, Advisor, Pathways; B.A., University of Texas Permian Basin (2026)

Gomez, Juan, Advisor, Pathways; B.A., M.P.A., The University of Texas Permian Basin (2023)

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

Gooding, Megan, Director, Professional Learining; A.S., Midland College; B.A., The University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.A., West Texas A&M University (2025)

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)

Guevara, Gabrielle, Advisor, Pathways.(2026)

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

Hakala, Maranda, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.S., University of Houston (2025)

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, Associate Vice President of Early Childhood and Dean of Education; 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)

Hartos, Jessica, Director, Institutional Effectiveness; A.A., San Jacinto Community College District; B.S., University of Houston-Clearlake; M.A., Ph.D., University of Houston (2025)

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

Hedges, Ethan, Research and Data Analyst; A.S., Midland College (2026)

Henson, Carrie, Director, Graduation; B.S., Texas Tech University (2019)

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, Advising and Retention; 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, Director, 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)

Kienast, Karissa, Director, Professional Learning; B.A., Valparaiso University; M.A., Lewis University (2025)

Little, Andrea, Coach, College and Career Connections; B.S.I.S., Lubbock Christian University (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; B.A., Texas Tech University; M.A., The 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, Director, Student Engagement and Leadership; 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)

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, Director, Information Technology; A.A.S., Midland College (2020)

Ornelas, Gilberto, Advisor, Financial Aid; B.B.A., Abilene Christian University (2025)

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

Padilla, Edith, Coach, College and Career Connection; B.A., California State University, Los Angeles (2025)

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

Pervier, Charles, Associate Vice President, 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, Dean, Math and Sciences; B.S., Texas Tech University; Ph.D., National University of Ireland, Maynooth (2009)

Poole, Khalinn, Transfer and Transient Advisor; 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, Employee 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)

Rapp, Brittany, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., Auora University; M.A., The University of Texas Permian Basin (2025)

Reed, Edith, Executive Director of Human Resources and Payroll; B.B.A., M.B.A., Cleveland State University (2025)

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

Rendon, Valeree, Teacher, Pre-K Academy; B.A., The University of Texas Permian Basin; M.Ed., Lamar University (2025)

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

Roberts, Charles, Executive Director, Facilities (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)

Ross, Chase, Coach, Academic Success; A.A., Central Texas College; B.S.S., Angelo State University (2025)

Rubalcaba De La Cruz, Norma, Associate Director, Legacy Scholars Program; M.B.A., Texas Tech University (2025)

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

Sam, Tanisha, 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)

Shedd, Stephanie, Director, Library Services; M.L.I.S., Louisiana State University and A&M College (2024)

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

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)

Telck, Summer, Academic Advisor, Pathways; A.A., Midland College; B.A., The University of Texas Permian Basin; M.Ed., Sul Ross State University (2025)

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

Torres, Daniel, Software/Applications Support Administrator; B.S., The University of Texas Permian Basin (2026)

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)

Urquidez, Rebecca, Administrative Assistant III, Chief of Staff; A.A.S., Texas State Technical College System (2014)

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, Executive Director, Digital Transformation; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; M.Ed., Angelo State University (2009)

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

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

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

Warren, Amy, Manager, Benefits and Leaves; B.S., The University of Texas at Dallas (2025)

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

Welch, Steven, Advisor, Financial Aid; B.B.A., Angelo State University (2023)

White, Gene, Executive Director, Special Projects and Partnerships; A.A.S., Southeast Arkansas College; A.A., B.A.C., Arkansas Tech University; M.A., John Brown University; Ed.D., Maryville University (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)

Wyche, Moriah, Associate Director, Academic Engagement; B.S., Eastern New Mexico University (2024)

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

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.

Ahmed, Imtiaz, Associate Professor, Physics; B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2025)

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)

Atchley, James, Instructor, Mathematics; B.S., M.S., Ph.D., University of North Texas (2025)

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

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

Barrier, Carolyn, Instructor, Nursing, Vocational; A.A., Connors State College; A.A.S., Northern Oklahoma College; B.S.N., Southwestern Oklahoma State University (2025)

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)

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)

Bond, Alyssa, Instructor, Nursing, Registered; B.S.N., Lubbock Christian University (2023)

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)

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

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

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

Carbajal, Emiliano, Associate Professor, Welding Technology; Certificate, A.A., Central Texas College’ A.A.S., Midland College (2024)

Carrillo, Maira, Associate Professor, Biology; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin; Ph.D., University of North Texas (2023)

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; B.A.A.S., University of North Texas at Dallas (2022)

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, Automation; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2017)

Eckels, Tessa, Assistant Professor, Integrated Reading and Writing/English; B.A., M.A., University of Texas of the Permian Basin (2022)

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)

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

Fields, J. Michael, Assistant Professor, 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)

Fuquay, Tabitha, Associate Professor, 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)

Garza, Sebastian, Instructor, Biology; A.A., Midland College; B.S., The University of Texas Permian Basin; D.C., Parker University (2025)

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

Gilbreath, Stephanie, Instructor, Health Sciences Academy; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.S.R.T., Pima Medical Institute (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)

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

Griffin, Dalona, 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, Luce, Instructor, Government; B.A., The University of Texas at Austin; M.A., Sam Houston University (2025)

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

Hightower, Mishane, Associate Professor, Respiratory Care; A.A.S., Amarillo College; B.S., M.Ed., Midwestern State University (2025)

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)

Hoffman, Anna, Instructor, Geology; B.S., University of Nevada; M.S., Louisiana State University; Ph.D., Missouri University of Science and Technology (2025)

Hoppman, Norman, Associate Professor, Fire Science Technology; A.A.S., Midland College; B.A.A.S., West Texas A&M University (2025)

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)

Jones, Christopher, Associate Professor, Behavioral Health Program; B.A., Southern New Hampshire University; M.S., Capella University (2025)  

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)

Lannom, Laura, Associate Professor, Health Sciences - WRTTC; A.A.S., Midland College; B.S., Chamberlain College of Nursing (2025)

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)

Livingston, Amanda, Instructor, Nursing, Vocational; B.S., Sam Houstone State University; B.S.N., Chamberlin University (2025)

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)

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

Makhanu, Makayla, Instructor, Organizational Management; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College; M.B.A., Lamar University (2026)

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

Martin, Meredith, 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)

Mohamed, Ahmed, Henry Chair, Associate Professor, Engineering; M.S., Ph.D., Texas Tech University (2025)

Montes, Andrea,Instructor, Office Systems Technology; A.A.S., B.A.T., Midland College (2014)

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)

Nash, Sharon, Professor, Health Sciences Dual Credit; A.A.S., New Mexico Junior College; B.S.N., Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; M.H.L., Western Governors University (2025)

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)

Pacheco, Martin, Assistant Professor, Energy Technology-WRTTC; A.A.S., Midland College (2025)

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

Perez, Linda, Instructor, Office Systems 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, 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)

Rhodes, Robby, Professor, Health Science Dual Credit; B.S., Lubbock Christian University; M.S., Texas Tech University (2025)

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)

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

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

Ross, Denise, Professor, Nursing, Registered; 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, Natural Gas Compression; B.S., 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, Nursing, Vocational; A.A.S., Odessa College; B.S.N., Grand Canyon University; R.N. (2019)

Swendsen, Jennifer, Program Director, Nursing, Registered; 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, Nursing, Registered; B.S.N., West Texas A&M University; M.S.N., Grand Canyon 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)

White, Kimberly, Associate Professor, Associate of Arts in Teaching; B.A., California State University San Bernardino; M.A., Pacific Oaks College; Ph.D., North Central 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; A.A.S., Midland College (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)

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