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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS... 2 TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE THROUGH EDUCATION TM... 7 CONSUMER INFORMATION... 8 ABOUT US: AMERICAN SENTINEL UNIVERSITY... 9 Fast Facts... 9 Mission... 9 Vision... 9 Values Student Manifesto Board of Trust Administration Faculty General Education Faculty Management Faculty Nursing Faculty Informatics Faculty Technology Faculty ACCREDITATION AND AUTHORIZATION ADMISSION POLICIES & REQUIREMENTS Associate of Science Program Requirements Bachelor of Science Program (Non-Nursing) Requirements Early Admission to the RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing Program (RN to BSN) RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing (RN to BSN) Program Requirements Master of Science Program (Non-Nursing) Requirements RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing/Master of Science Nursing (RN to BSN/MSN) Program Requirements Master of Science Nursing (MSN) Program Requirements Doctor of Nursing Program (DNP) Requirements Infection Prevention and Control Certificate Requirements Geospatial Information Systems Graduate Certificate Requirements International Student Requirements High School Testing Application and the Admission Process Student Orientation GENERAL EDUCATION General Education Mission Student Learning Outcomes Critical Thinking Communication Competency Knowledge Acquisition ASSOCIATE PROGRAM Associate of Science Geographic Information Systems BACHELOR S PROGRAMS RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing (RN to BSN) American Sentinel University Catalog

3 RN to BSN Practice Experiences RN to BSN Progression Bachelor of Science Geographic Information Systems MASTER S PROGRAMS Master of Business Administration Healthcare RN to Bachelor of Science Nursing/Master of Science Nursing (RN to BSN/MSN) Program RN to BSN/MSN Progression RN to BSN/MSN Practice Experiences Master of Science Nursing (MSN) Program MSN Practice Experiences Master of Science Business Intelligence and Analytics Master of Computer Science and Healthcare Computing Master of Science Information Systems Management Master of Geospatial Information Systems Master of Healthcare Informatics DOCTORAL PROGRAM Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Executive Leadership Specialization Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Educational Leadership Specialization DNP Practice Experiences GRADUATE CERTIFICATES Infection Prevention and Control Certificate Program Geospatial Information Systems Graduate Certificate (GISGC) Program ACADEMIC CALENDAR TUITION AND FEES Associate Program Bachelor s Programs Master s Programs Doctoral Program Certificate Programs Military Tuition and Fees ACADEMIC POLICIES Academic Policy Authority Academic Integrity Plagiarism Citation Guide Academic Records Access to Student Academic Records Disclosure Without Consent Record of Disclosures Academic Transcripts External Transcripts and Records Attendance and Participation Policy Attendance Participation Continuous Enrollment Accommodations for Military Students Accommodations for Students with Disabilities Enrollment Policy Withdrawing from the University COURSE POLICIES American Sentinel University Catalog

4 College Success Add/Drop Drops Late Registration Credit Hours Grades and GPA Grading Policy Grade Point Average Cumulative Grade Point Average Grade Reports Failing Grades Incomplete Grades Audit Grade Pass/Fail Grade Deadline Extensions Academic Appeals Grade Appeals Process Student Evaluation and Testing Methods Proctored Examinations GRADUATION POLICIES Academic Eligibility Requirement Graduation Date Degree, Diploma and Certificate Format Posthumous Degrees or Diplomas Late Graduates Disclaimers in Commencement Programs Latin Honors Library and Learning Resources SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (STUDENTS NOT RECEIVING TITLE IV, FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID) Academic Progress Warning and Probation Appeal of Dismissal SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (TITLE IV, FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS ONLY) Maximum Timeframe for Completion Repeated Courses Counted Toward Maximum Timeframe for Completion Financial Aid Warning and Probation Financial Aid Denied Status Financial Aid Denied Status Appeals Process Re-Establishment of Financial Aid Eligibility Transfer and Readmitted Students/Students Changing Majors Incomplete Grades TRANSFER CREDIT POLICIES General Criteria for Evaluating Transfer Credit Maximum Allowable Transfer Credits Core Course Requirements General Education Requirements Provisions for Students Possessing Bachelor s Degrees Transfer Credit Documentation Transfer Credit Policy Doctoral Courses Articulation Agreements American Sentinel University Catalog

5 Credit for Prerequisite Courses Proficiency Credit Experiential Learning Portfolio Professional Training/Certification Credit Transferability of American Sentinel University Credit FINANCIAL POLICIES Refund Policy Dropping a Course Withdrawing from the University FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Enrollment Status Available Loans and Grants Federal Pell Grant Federal Direct Student Loan Program Veterans Benefits Verification Return of Title IV Funds Return of Federal Student Aid Funds Withdrawal During a Semester CAMPUS SECURITY Campus Security and Crime Prevention Information Personal Safety Reporting a Crime Disciplinary Proceedings Reporting to the Community Timely Warning Policy COMPLAINTS Student Grievances and Concerns Complaint Policy State Regulatory Contact for Complaint Information Regulatory Agency Contact Information Arbitration STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Student Rights Student Responsibilities Student Code of Conduct Nursing Code of Conduct Categories of Misconduct Code of Conduct Violations and Penalties Student Success Advisor Military Affairs Advisor Military Student Bill of Rights MISCELLANEOUS POLICIES Internet Usage Policy Social Media Policy Information Fluency Intellectual Property Rights Job Placement Disclaimer Legal Holidays Letter of Reference Non-Discrimination Statement American Sentinel University Catalog

6 Privacy Research Protocol Schedule of Course Offerings Sexual Harassment Student Evaluation of Courses Student Identification Tax Benefits for Higher Education Veterans Administration Students Tuition Assistance Top-Up Right to Change Requirements Technology/Computer Requirements UNDERGRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS GRADUATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS DOCTORAL COURSE DESCRIPTIONS STATE REGULATORY INFORMATION SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (AS IT APPLIES TO TITLE IV, FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS ONLY) American Sentinel University Catalog

7 TRANSFORMING HEALTHCARE THROUGH EDUCATION TM At American Sentinel University, we measure our own success by assessing how well we position our students for success. One such indicator is our student satisfaction rating, which consistently exceeds 95 percent. The most frequent compliment we hear from students is that we offer excellent individual attention and professional services. Whether you are a continuing student or returning to higher education after many years, we understand your needs and have built our programs with you in mind. Most of our students are employed full time and our graduates have reported that they received career advancement opportunities in their chosen fields after completing their programs. Our students reached these heights because American Sentinel is dedicated to supporting students throughout their educational journeys as they strive to enhance their professional and civic lives. We deliver academic excellence through our innovative programs, world-class faculty and quality student success services. Throughout our history, innovation has not only been part of our mission, it has also been a philosophy by which we live. American Sentinel University has broken ground as one of the first institutions to introduce an online Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) program (offering an Associate of Science GIS, Bachelor of Science GIS and Master of GIS) and we remain today one of the few institutions to offer a Doctor of Nursing Practice program with an educational leadership specialty track. We are continuously developing new technologies, such as cutting-edge nursing simulation programs, to enhance the student experience. American Sentinel is committed to providing students with a current, professional curriculum taught by excellent faculty members who are leaders in their field. Most of our professors have doctoral degrees and are working professionals who bring practical, best-in-class experience to the classroom. Students choose American Sentinel because they want an excellent education from an institution that cares about their success. From our beginnings when we developed our unique approach to online learning, which we call ACER (Access, Community, Experimentation and Reflection) we have put student success and achievement at the forefront. As part of the ACER approach, we employ a rich array of learning methods and techniques, such as the capstone courses at the end of each degree program that allow students to develop in-demand professional competencies through real-world work projects. Beginning this year, every student has the opportunity to demonstrate their accomplishments with their own academic/professional electronic portfolio. These are just a few of the things that I believe make American Sentinel University a student s best choice to become positioned for success. Our faculty and staff welcome you to American Sentinel University s community of scholars. You ve made a great choice in coming here, and you will find that we are very supportive partners in your success. Mary Adams President American Sentinel University American Sentinel University Catalog

8 CONSUMER INFORMATION This catalog is published in order to inform students and others of American Sentinel University s academic programs, policies, calendar, tuition, fees, administration and faculty. The information provided is current and accurate as of the date of publication. American Sentinel University cannot assure that changes will not occur that will affect this information. This catalog is published for informational purposes only and is not intended as a contractual agreement between American Sentinel University and any individuals. American Sentinel University reserves the right to make changes within the term of this catalog, which may affect any of the information published, and to make such changes, if necessary, without prior notice to individual students. As such changes may occur, these will be published in a catalog addendum, which should be regarded as an integral part of this catalog. American Sentinel University expects its students to read and understand the information published in this document and in any subsequent addenda identified as belonging to this catalog. Failure to read and understand this catalog will not excuse any student from the application of any requirement or regulation published herein. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of each student to remain apprised of current graduation requirements of his/her program. American Sentinel University affirms a policy of equal employment opportunity, equal educational opportunity and nondiscrimination in the provision of educational services to the public. American Sentinel University makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on grounds of race, color, creed or religion, sex or sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disadvantage, or other factors, which cannot lawfully be the basis for an employment decision. American Sentinel University affirms its policy of administering all educational programs and related supporting services and benefits in a manner that does not discriminate because of a student s race, color, creed or religion, sex or sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical handicap or any other characteristic American Sentinel University Catalog

9 ABOUT US: AMERICAN SENTINEL UNIVERSITY Fast Facts Founded: February 2006 History: American Sentinel University was founded when three nationally accredited institutions merged: the American Graduate School of Management (Denver, Colo.), Sentinel University (Denver, Colo.) and the American College of Computer and Information Sciences (Birmingham, Ala.). Awards: G.I. Jobs Military Friendly School (2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009), Military Advanced Education Top Military-Friendly University ( , , , , ) CEO: Dr. Richard Oliver President: Mary Adams Accreditation: Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) th Street, N.W. Suite 2, Washington, D.C ( ); Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE): One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, D.C , (202) (Bachelor of Science Nursing and Master of Science Nursing programs): Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) (Doctor of Nursing Science program) Programs: 14 online bachelor and master degree programs and certificate programs with no residency requirements; Two online doctoral degree programs with two residencies. Student enrollment (as of December 1, 2014): 3,569 students Alumni (as of December 1, 2014): Over 4,000 worldwide Faculty: 165+ full-time and adjunct faculty members (more than 61 percent hold Ph.Ds.) Staff: 95+ academic administrators and staff Headquarters: Aurora, Colorado Student satisfaction: 96+ percent based on 2014 Student Satisfaction Surveys Mission American Sentinel University s mission is to provide high-quality, innovative degree and certificate programs that enable students to enhance their professional and civic lives. Vision To be recognized as a world leader for providing accessible, quality, advanced education for the motivated learner/professional who seeks success in their chosen fields and communities for our innovative use of technology that creates new standards in outcomes and achievement of academic excellence for our understanding of and meeting the changing needs of our students, communities and other constituents for creating excellence in student and constituent services American Sentinel University Catalog

10 Values American Sentinel University s institutional objectives are reflected in its values: Continued Improvements in Quality Outcomes Place value creation for the learner at the center of all that we do. Embrace the changes necessary to continually improve standards and processes so that they inspire best-inclass educational content and learning assessments. Community of Scholars Keep our students, faculty, staff, communities and other constituents engaged in a free exchange of ideas by creating an environment of trust and mutual respect. Identify the educational needs of our students and work diligently to meet or exceed them. Connected and Inclusive Act with integrity and behave ethically and transparently. Value and embrace diversity. Maintain a workplace that is characterized by safety, openness, creativity, challenge and innovation. Student Manifesto We Nurture Talent Our success is our students success in their chosen fields. To achieve our goals, American Sentinel pledges to our students that we will, to the best of our ability: Offer high-quality educational programs. Provide a response to student requests within 24 hours. Create a variety of innovative courses and programs that equip students with the latest and most desired knowledge in the marketplace. Employ the most innovative educational technologies. Provide world-class student services and support. Operate in a fiscally responsible manner to ensure students receive the best value tuition. Provide students annual reports on our progress toward meeting our goals. Board of Trust Dr. Kenneth McLennan Chair Dr. Kenneth McLennan has extensive experience in academic, government and nonprofit organizations, and was the president and CEO of Manufacturers Alliance from 1987 to Dr. McLennan is an adjunct professor at the College of William and Mary (in the Thomas Jefferson Public Policy Program) and for the joint Eastern Virginia Medical School-Old Dominion University Master of Public Health program. Dr. McLennan holds a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, an MBA from the University of Toronto and a Bachelor of Science from the London School of Economics. Duncan Anderson Duncan Anderson is the president and CEO of Education Affiliates, a company he founded with JLL Partners. Mr. Anderson has more than 30 years of experience leading companies in various industries. He has managed global business build-outs, forged strategic alliances and achieved operating synergies through acquisitions and organic growth. Prior to founding Education Affiliates, Mr. Anderson was the president and CEO of Global Knowledge Network. Mr. Anderson holds an MBA from Northeastern University and a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of North Carolina American Sentinel University Catalog

11 Natasha Blackshear Natasha Blackshear is an attorney in private practice. Ms. Blackshear s prior experience includes serving as partner at Gonzalez Saggio & Harlan LLP, running its Nashville office. In 2011, Ms. Blackshear was recognized by the Nashville Post as one of Nashville s top 101 lawyers. Prior to her legal career, Ms. Blackshear was a venture capitalist for five years at Council Ventures, LP, where she was part of a four-person team investing a $52 million fund. She also worked as a corporate valuation consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Ms. Blackshear was appointed by former Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen to the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth and served as a commissioner for nine years. She served for eight years on the board of directors of Market Matters, Inc., an independent, not-forprofit international development organization. Ms. Blackshear is admitted to the bar associations of New York, Massachusetts (retired status) and Tennessee Ms. Blackshear holds a J.D. from Harvard University and an MBA and Bachelor of Science in applied economics and management from Cornell University. Dr. Frank Mayadas Dr. Frank Mayadas has served as a senior advisor to the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation since 2010, advising the foundation on its continuing grants in the Anytime, Anyplace Learning Program. From 1992 to 2009, he served as a program director at the foundation. Previously, Dr. Mayadas spent 27 years at the IBM Corporation, serving in a number of capacities, including vice president, research division, technical plans and controls; vice president, technology and solutions development ; general manager, university and college systems, IBM personal systems; and secretary of IBM s Corporate Management Board and the IBM Management Committee, among other positions. Dr. Mayadas holds a Ph.D. in applied physics from Cornell University and a B.S. from the Colorado School of Mines. Robert Neumeister, Jr. Robert Neumeister is the former executive vice president and CFO of Linux Networks. In 2008, he was interim president and CEO of Geeknet, of which he has served on the board of directors since Previously, Mr. Neumeister was the executive vice president and CFO of Dex Media, and the CFO of Prolexis Pharmaceuticals and Aerie Networks. Mr. Neumeister serves on the boards of Symmetricom and Covad Communications Group. Administration Dr. Richard Oliver CEO Dr. Richard Oliver is the CEO and chief academic officer of American Sentinel University. Previously, he was a professor at the Owen Graduate School of Management at Vanderbilt University. While there, Dr. Oliver received the Outstanding Professor Award and a Dean s Teaching Award. For several years, he served as a visiting professor of management at the Johnson Graduate School of Management at Cornell University. Prior to his academic career, Dr. Oliver had a 20-year career at Nortel Networks, where he was vice president of marketing, and he also worked for DuPont Co. Dr. Oliver is the author of seven books and more than 50 book chapters and journal articles about management, technology and education, and has lectured around the world on these topics. He served on the editorial boards of the Journal of Services Marketing and the Journal of Strategic Management Education. Dr. Oliver has served on seven corporate boards and was chairman of the board of directors of Symmetricom, a high-tech telecommunications company, from 1997 to Dr. Oliver holds a Ph.D. in informatics from the State University of New York, a Master of Arts in communications from the University of Delaware and a Bachelor of Science in economics from Cornell University. Mary Adams President Mary Adams is the president of American Sentinel University. She has more than 20 years of experience in distance education, including serving as president of Aspen University from 1992 to Ms. Adams is Chair of the Board of Directors and a commissioner of the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), and a past chair of the Research and Education Standards Committee. She has chaired more than 30 DEAC accreditation visits and received the DEAC s Distinguished Service Award and Distinguished Recognition Award. Ms. Adams served on the board of Provost Academy Colorado and is chair of the Distance Education Accrediting Commission s Board of Directors. Ms. Adams holds an MBA from ISIM University and a Bachelor of Arts in history from California State University, Fullerton. Mr. Neumeister holds an MBA from the University of Virginia and a Bachelor of Arts in economics and English from Vanderbilt University American Sentinel University Catalog

12 Dr. John Bourne Chief Innovation Officer Dr. John Bourne is a professor emeritus of electrical, computer and biomedical engineering at the Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, Babson College and Vanderbilt University, where he was a faculty member from 1969 to Currently, he is executive director and ex-officio member of the board of directors of Sloan- C, a consortium of individuals, institutions and organizations committed to quality in online education. He was one of the founding faculty members of Olin College and is a past director of the Sloan Center for Online Education. Dr. Bourne founded the Journal of Asynchronous Learning Networks in 1996 and remains an editor. He also served as editor-in-chief of Critical Reviews in Biomedical Engineering for 30 years and established the Asynchronous Learning Network Web in 1996 with support from the Alfred P. Sloan-C Foundation. Dr. Bourne is a fellow of the IEEE and a fellow of the American Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering. He is the author of numerous articles and books. Dr. Bourne holds a Ph.D. and a Master of Science from the University of Florida and a Bachelor of Engineering from Vanderbilt University. Dr. Kurt Linberg- Provost Dr. Kurt Linberg is the provost of American Sentinel University. Previously, he was the dean of the School of Business and Technology at the College of St. Scholastica, where he provided academic leadership for traditional campus and online programs as well as five extended sites. Dr. Linberg was a founding dean at Capella University. There, he made key contributions to policy and technology implementations and created and developed business and technology programs across bachelor s, master s and doctoral degrees supporting 5,000 students. He also was a founding member of the Association for Computing Special Interest Group for IT Education. Dr. Linberg has conducted numerous professional presentations and publications. He also worked for 18 years on software innovations with Medtronic, Honeywell and Alliant Techsystems, and he holds 10 patents. Dr. Linberg holds a Ph.D. in applied management and decision sciences from Walden University, a Master of Science in software engineering from the University of St. Thomas and a Bachelor of Science in applied mathematics from the University of Wisconsin-Stout. Dr. Blair Smith- Dean, Informatics, Management and Technology Dr. Blair Smith is the dean, informatics, management and technology for American Sentinel University. Previously, he was of the dean of the College of Information Systems and Technology at the University of Phoenix. Dr. Smith was instrumental in the design and development of all degree and certificate programs at the university. He has taught computer science and information technology at a number of institutions. In May 2011, Dr. Smith participated on a working group panel for President Obama s Council of Advisors for Science and Technology. As a consultant, Dr. Smith has assisted clients in solving a variety of business problems. He has conducted MIS staff and organizational evaluations, requirements planning, development of requests for proposals, disaster recovery and business resumption plans, systems analysis, design, project management, and implementation. Dr. Smith holds a Ph.D. in organizational management from Capella University, an MBA from California State University, Fullerton, and a B.S. in computer and management science from the Metropolitan State University of Denver. He also holds several IT industry certificates. Dr. Judy Burckhardt Dean, Nursing Programs Dr. Judy Burckhardt is the dean of nursing programs at American Sentinel University. Previously, she was the dean of nursing and health programs at Kaplan Higher Education Campuses and before that, the vice president of Kaplan s School of Nursing. Dr. Burckhardt has many years of experience as an educator and administrator in diploma, ADN and BSN programs. She led the nursing division at Kaplan Test Preparation and spearheaded the development and growth of the company s nursing programs. Dr. Burckhardt delivers test preparation seminars to students, item-writing workshops to nursing faculty and career development seminars to students, nurses and healthcare professionals in the United States and abroad. Dr. Burckhardt is the co-author of a topselling book of strategies for preparation for the NCLEX- RN exam and has published numerous articles for nursing publications. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the National League for Nursing, the American Nurses Association and the National Organization of Associate Degree Nurses. Dr. Burckhart holds a Ph.D. in educational administration from the University of Nebraska, a Master of Arts in education with an adult education emphasis from Washington University, a Master of Science Nursing with a nursing education emphasis from Kaplan University and a Bachelor of Science Nursing from Loyola University American Sentinel University Catalog

13 Dr. Elaine Foster Associate Dean, Nursing Graduate Programs Dr. Elaine Foster is the associate dean of nursing at American Sentinel University. Previously, she was the associate dean for the School of Nursing at Kaplan University. For 27 years, Dr. Foster held various leadership roles at Southwestern Michigan College, including dean of the School of Nursing and Human Services and dean of academic studies for arts and sciences. She has presented at numerous state and national conferences and is the associate editor for The Community College Enterprise. In 2007, she served on a nursing legislative task force for the state of Michigan to develop a plan to reduce the shortage of nurses in the state. Dr. Foster is a member of the National League of Nursing and Sigma Theta Tau International. She is a past member of several state and national professional associations, including the Michigan Liberal Arts Deans organization, the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing, the Northern Indiana Organization of Nurse Executives and the Michigan Council of Nursing Administrators (for which she served as president). Dr. Foster also serves on the board of trustees for Borgess- Lee Memorial Hospital. Dr. Foster holds a Ph.D. in educational leadership and administration from Andrews University, a Master of Science Nursing from Andrews University and a Bachelor of Science Nursing from the University of Michigan. Dr. Tona Leiker Assistant Dean, Nursing Curriculum and Assessment Dr. Leiker is Chair, Graduate Nursing Programs, at American Sentinel University. Previously, she was the nursing program chair at National American University, Wichita West Campus, and academic dean of the School of Adult and Graduate Studies and nursing program chair at Tabor College Wichita. Dr. Leiker has held nursing faculty positions at Butler Community College, Hutchinson Community College, St. Mary of the Plains College, Tabor College and National American University. In her nursing career, she worked as an advanced registered nurse practitioner-clinical nurse specialist, school nurse and director of behavioral health services in a complex healthcare system. Dr. Leiker also worked clinically in the drug and alcohol addiction field for many years. Dr. Leiker has served at the local, state, regional an national level with appointments in professional nursing organizations such as the Congress on Nursing Practice, the National Nurses Society on Addictions (for which she was president) and the Center for Substance Abuse Treatment s National Advisory Council. She is a member of Sigma Theta Tau International, the American Nurses Association and the Kansas State Nurses Association, and she is a founding member of the Kansas Center for Nursing and a stakeholder for the Kansas Nursing Action Coalition. Dr. Leiker is a Certified Nurse Educator and successfully completed the Health Professions Educator Certificate from the University of Kansas. Dr. Leiker holds a Ph.D. in nursing from the University of Kansas and Master of Nursing and Bachelor of Science Nursing degrees from Wichita State University American Sentinel University Catalog

14 Karen Whitham Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Nursing Program Ms. Karen Whitham is the chair of undergraduate nursing programs at American Sentinel University. Previously, she was a member of the nursing faculty at Rasmussen College. Ms. Whitham has held various roles at Kaplan University, including Director of Prelicensure Initiatives, practical nursing professor, clinical coordinator and adjunct online nursing professor. She worked as a staff nurse on a medical/surgical/telemetry unit at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, where she also was a clinical instructor in the College of Health Sciences. Ms. Whitham is a Certified Nurse Educator and is a member of Sigma Theta Tau, the National League for Nursing and the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning. Ms. Whitham holds an M.S. in higher education, teaching and learning, from Kaplan University, an MSN (leadership in health care systems emphasis) from Regis University, a BSN from the University of Iowa and an A.S. in nursing from Mercy College of Health Sciences. She is working toward a Doctor of Education in health care education from the College of Saint Mary. Jeff Caplan Senior Vice President of Enrollment and Retention Mark Cobb Vice President of Student Success and Retention Mark Cobb is the vice president of student success and retention at American Sentinel University. He has worked in the education industry since 2001 and has led admissions and support departments for a number of online universities. Mr. Cobb has helped grow small and large institutions and has served as a consultant for career-focused and traditional educational institutions. Mr. Cobb holds a Bachelor of Science in management from James Madison University. Natalie Nixon - Vice President of Admissions Natalie Nixon is the vice president of admissions at American Sentinel University. She has more than 20 years of experience in distance education and has held positions such as director of admissions, international program director and admissions advisor at American Sentinel and its predecessors. Ms. Nixon holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Roanoke College. Jeff Caplan is the senior vice president of enrollment and retention at American Sentinel University. He has an extensive background in healthcare and strategic business development. Previously, Mr. Caplan was the executive vice president for a specialty healthcare media company and the vice president of marketing and product management for a healthcare electronic exchange between hospitals and suppliers. Mr. Caplan spent his early career at DuPont, where he led a variety of business functions. Mr. Caplan holds an MBA from Vanderbilt University and a Bachelor of Science in engineering from Rutgers University American Sentinel University Catalog

15 Faculty Full time faculty are available during normal operating hours and will be available outside of normal working hours as needed for students. Adjunct faculty are available to students when they are actively engaged in teaching a course. General Education Faculty Dr. Phil Bence Dr. Ping Ching Winnie Chan Dr. John Chappo Dr. Karena Curtis Elizabeth DaRosa Dr. Amit Dave Stephen DiNello LaVerne Donelson Dr. Thomas Donovan Leslie Ellis Dr. Ashraf Esmail Karen Faith Dr. Laurin Hafner Peggy Harper Dr. Matthew Harrison Dr. Shelley Howell Paul Jones Elisabeth Kinsey Eric Lance Vanessa Leonard Julia Maypole Dr. Nelda McCray Dr. Jane Petrick Melissa Quinn Paul Rosenberg Hauna Slaughter Ph.D., Practical Theology, University of St. Andrews Ph.D., Economics, University of Toronto Ph.D., American History, University of Southern Mississippi Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction, Kansas State University M.A., Sociology, DePaul University Ed.D., Educational Leadership, Clark Atlanta University M.A., Religious Studies, Regent University M.S., Counseling, California State University Ph.D., Philosophy, University of California, Riverside MBA, Information Systems, University of North Alabama Ph.D., Interdisciplinary Studies, Union State University M.A., Geography, Arizona State University Ph.D., Psychology, University of Connecticut M.S., Geography, Mississippi State University Ph.D., English Language and Literature, University of California Irvine (Director, General Education), Ed.D., Higher Education Administration, Oklahoma State University M.S., Mathematics, Louisiana State University M.A., Creative Writing, Regis University M.S., Counseling/Psychology, University of Alabama M.A., Communications, University of Northern Colorado M.A., World History, Regis University Ph.D., Higher Education, Morgan State University Ph.D., Organizational Psychology, The Saybrook Institute M.A., Mathematics Education, Brigham Young University M.A., English, Central Connecticut State University M.S., Human Environmental Sciences, University of Alabama American Sentinel University Catalog

16 Management Faculty Joan Anderssen Monica Bess Dr. Saundra Braxton Dr. Lydia Campuzano Dr. Ping Ching Winnie Chan Dr. Margaret Czart Dr. Amit Dave Ted Framan Dr. Jacqueline Gilliard Dr. Valentina Gokenbach Dr. Judith Kaplan Dr. Alex Lazo Douglas Lewis Dr. Michael McGivern Lisa Moccaldi Dr. Wanda Piercey Dr. Suzanne Richins Patricia Schroeder Dr. Kim Sharkey Dr. Cherie Whiting Dr. Ken Wong Hong Zhao MBA, Finance, University of Denver MBA, Franklin University Ph.D., Organization Management, Capella University DBA, University of Phoenix Ph.D., Economics, University of Toronto DPH, University of Illinois at Chicago Ed.D.., Educational Leadership, Clark Atlanta MBA, Marketing, University of Texas Ph.D., Organization and Management, Capella University Ph.D., Management/Organizational Leadership, University of Phoenix DHA, University of Phoenix Ph.D., Organization and Management, Capella University J.D., Capital University Law School Ph.D., Organizational Development, Walden University M.S., Organizational Management, St. Joseph s College DHA, University of Phoenix DHA, Medical University of South Carolina MBA, Nova Southeastern University DNP, American Sentinel University Ph.D., Leadership, Andrews University DBA, University of Newcastle M.S. Accountancy, California State University, Los Angeles American Sentinel University Catalog

17 Nursing Faculty Catherine Amitrano Dr. Lygia Arcaro Priscilla Aylesworth Jodie Baumtrog Dr. Edward Beard Dr. Bonnie Beardsley Dr. Ami Bhatt Dr. Deborah Bishop Megan Bivens Dr. Cynthia Bostick Dr. Laura Bourdeanu Dr. Rose Brault Dr. Mirella Brooks Michelle Burns Sheri Byrnes Dr. Patricia Cannistraci Dr. Linda Carl Pamela Cislo Dr. Kadriyya Clark Dr. Sandra Cleveland Dr. Kim Cribb Dr. Karen Crouse Dr. Karen Cummins Vanessa DePuente Dr. Nancy Dhonau Mary Drobnak Dr. William Jason Dunne Dr. Catherine Earl Karen Egenes Dr. Eleanor Franey Sarah Gabua Dr. EM Vitug Garcia Dr. Jacqueline Gilliard* Yvette Glenn Dr. Jean Gordon Dr. Daniel Gracie Dr. Roger Alan Green Dr. Laurin Hafner* Dr. Helen Heiskell Dr. Brenda Helmer Christina Higgins Dr. Delores Jackson Dr. Bonny Kehm Audrey Knippa Dr. Christopher Kowal Dr. Heidi Toerner Landry Dr. Michael Landry MSN, Russell Sage College Ph.D., Health Sciences, Trident University International MSN, State University of New York, Upstate Medical University MSN, University of Memphis DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University Ph.D., Education, Walden University DNP, Oakland University DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University MSN, Florida State University Ph.D., Nursing, University of Colorado Ph.D., Nursing, Azusa Pacific University Ed.D., Boston University Ph.D., Nursing, University of Hawaii MSN, University of Mississippi Medical Center MSN, University of Phoenix DNS, Education and Leadership, The Sage College Ed.D., Educational Leadership, University of Phoenix MSN, Saginaw Valley State University DNP, University of Maryland Ph.D, Nursing Education, Capella University Ed.D., Valdosta State University Ed.D., Educational Leadership, University of Hartford Ph.D., Education, Capella University MSN, University of Washington DNP, Chatham University MSN, American Sentinel University DNP, American Sentinel University DBA, Western Michigan University MSN, Norwich University Ph.D., Family and Child Ecology, Michigan State University MSN, Walden University DHEd, A.T. Still University Ph.D., Capella University MSN, Illinois State University DBA, Human Resources, Nova Southeastern University DNP, Advanced Practice Nurse, Medical University of South Carolina DNP, Rush University Ph.D., Social Psychology, University of Connecticut DNP, Informatics, Medical College of Georgia DNP, University of Alabama MSN, University of Mississippi Ph.D, Interdisciplinary Health Studies for Research, Education and Leadership, Western Michigan University Ph.D., Nursing Education, Capella University MPH, University of California DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University DNS, Nursing Administration, Louisiana State University Health Sciences DNS, Nursing Administration, Louisiana State University Health Sciences American Sentinel University Catalog

18 Dr. Karla Larson Ph.D., Education, Capella University Dr. Tona Leiker, Chair of Curriculum Ph.D., Nursing University of Kansas Debra Luisi Dr. Linda Marcuccilli Dr. Lucy Martinez-Schallmoser Todd McDonald Jennifer McGoff Sarah Meeks Geraldine Mitchell Sarah Moore Joanne Nanavaty Patricia Natale Kimberly Nerud Dr. Cynthia Newell Dr. Mary Olson Dr. Barbara Pate Margaret Pearce Melissa Penner Kelley Plant Dr. Mercy Popoola Dr. Tonya Sawyer-McGee Cynthia Scansarole Victoria Alaina Schad Kristin Sciutto Dr. Tracy Scott Debra Folger Shipman Dr. Kristine Skalsky Dr. Kelli Smith Heather Soucey Beth Stuckey Dr. Eileen Thomas Susan Thomas Joyce Van Natta Dr. Cara Wallace Elise Webb Lakeisha Wheless Karen Whitham, Chair of Faculty and Students Dr. Vi Wilkes Dr. Cheryl Williams Dr. Sandra Wise Denniel Witkowski Kelly Witter Pamela Swaby Wooten Dr. Carol Hrusovsky Dr. Jo Ann Runewicz Dr. Ramona Yehle Mary Doherty MSN, Education, Walden University Ph.D., Nursing, Wayne State University Ph.D., Nursing University of Illinois MSN, Troy State University MSN, University of Rochester MSN, Walden University MSN, Rochville University MSN, University of Phoenix MSN, Management and Organizational Leadership, American Sentinel University MSN, Wayne State University MSN, Healthcare Education, University of Phoenix Ph.D., Health Administration, Walden University DNP, Adult Nurse Practitioner, George Washington University Ph.D., Nursing, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences MSN, Family Practice, Widener University MSN, Nurse Educator, Kaplan University MSN, Education, Albany State University Ph.D., Nursing, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center DNP, Chatham University MSN, Education, American Sentinel University MSN, Nursing Leadership and Management, Drexel University MSN, Elmhurst College DNP, University of St. Francis MSN, Nursing Leadership, Old Dominion University Ed.D., Instructional Leadership, Argosy University Ph.D., Education, Capella University MSN, University of Phoenix MSN, Minnesota State University Ph.D., Nursing, University of Colorado MSN, Healthcare Systems Management, Loyola University MSN, Nursing Education, American Sentinel University Ph.D., Nursing Education, Capella University MSN, University of Phoenix MSN, Education, Duke University MSN, Leadership in Healthcare Systems, Regis University Ed.D., Higher Education, Nova Southeastern University DHEd, A.T. Still University * Teaches non-nursing courses in nursing program Ph.D., Health Education, University of Toledo MSN, Leadership and Management, Walden University MSN, University of Phoenix MSN, Education, Walden University DNP, Executive Leadership, American Sentinel University Ed.D., Curriculum, Technology and Instruction, NOVA Southeastern University Ph.D., Education, Capella University J.D., Loyola University Chicago School of Law American Sentinel University Catalog

19 Informatics Faculty Dr. Jason Andress Dr. Saundra Braxton Tonia Canada Dr. Rhonda Chicone Dr. Margaret Czart Dr. Jacqueline Gilliard Dr. Valentina Gokenbach Dr. Leila Halawi Dr. Kathleen Hargiss Peggy Harper Mike Johnsen Dr. Alex Lazo Dr. Michael McGivern Dr. Suzanne Richins Dr. Paul Rotaru Dr. Patricia White DCS, Colorado Technical University Ph.D., Organization Management, Capella University MBA, Troy University DBA, Applied Computer Science, North Central University DPH, University of Illinois at Chicago Ph.D., Organization and Management, Capella University Ph.D., Management/Organizational Leadership, University of Phoenix DBA, Information Technology Management, Nova Southeastern University Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction, University of South Florida M.S., Geography, Mississippi State University M.S., Geology, Western Washington University Ph.D., Organization and Management, Capella University Ph.D., Organizational Development, Walden University DHA, Medical University of South Carolina Ph.D., Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Bucharest Ph.D., Information Systems, Nova Southeastern University American Sentinel University Catalog

20 Technology Faculty Dr. Jason Andress Tonia Canada Dr. Rhonda Chicone Dr. Theon Danet Dr. Chris denheijer John Denson Bill Dickinson Dr. Thomas Donovan Leslie Ellis Ray Fernandez Dr. Roxana Giusca Michael Glasser Greg Goodwin Dr. Leila Halawi Dr. Linda Hamons Dr. Kathleen Hargiss Peggy Harper Michele Haywood Mike Johnsen Dr. Mary McDonald Dr. Stephen McElroy Dr. Michael McGivern Lee Mitchell Dr. Festus Onyegbula Dr. Hany Othman Dr. James Tom Prunier Dan Randall Candi Reid Dr. Paul Rotaru Gabriel Schmidbauer Dr. Julia Smith Dr. Patricia White Dr. Ken Wong DCS, Colorado Technical University MBA, Troy University DBA, Applied Computer Science, North Central University Ph.D., Information Systems, Nova Southeastern University DCS, Colorado Technical University M.S., Information Systems Security, University of Denver MGIS, Pennsylvania State University Ph.D., Philosophy, University of California, Riverside MBA, Information Systems, University of North Alabama M.S., Information and Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology Ph.D., Geography, Bucharest University M.S., Information Technology, Kaplan University M.S., GIS, Northern Arizona University DBA, Information Technology Management, Nova Southeastern University DCS, Colorado Technical University Ph.D., Curriculum and Instruction, University of South Florida M.S., Geography, Mississippi State University M.S., Systems Analysis and Design, Capella University M.S., Geology, Western Washington University DCS, Colorado Technical University Ph.D., Geography, San Diego State University and University of California, Santa Barbara Ph.D., Organizational Development, Walden University M.S., Forest Resources, Mississippi State University DCS, Enterprise Information Systems, Colorado Technical University DCS, Colorado Technical University M.A., Information Management, Webster University M.S., Computer Science, Capitol College M.S., Computer Science, University of Denver Ph.D., Computer Science, Polytechnic University of Bucharest M.S., Geographic Information Systems, State University of New York, Buffalo Ph.D., Information Systems and Communication, Robert Morris University Ph.D., Information Systems, Nova Southeastern University DBA, University of Newcastle American Sentinel University Catalog