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As Bellarmine University prepares for the first day of the fall semester on Thursday, August 21, it welcomes nine new faculty members to campus. 

Meet the new faculty 

Assistant Professor of Biology 

Graduated from Bellarmine in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 

I am currently focused on a few exciting microbiology research projects. I am working with Kentucky Watershed Watch to evaluate methodologies for measuring E. Coli concentrations in Kentucky's watersheds. Another project, in collaboration with Dr. Amanda Krysiak, measures the antimicrobial activity of organic compounds. 

I loved my time at Bellarmine as a student and have enjoyed returning to the university to teach as an adjunct. As I move into a full-time position, I look forward to spending more time teaching and engaging students in research. 

Enrolled Agent 

Graduated from Bellarmine in 2018 with a master’s degree in Taxation 

My areas of expertise include tax compliance and small business accounting. After I graduated from Bellarmine, I opened my own tax and accounting firm and worked with many local and national small businesses handling accounting and tax work along with advising business owners on their business finances. 

When I attended Bellarmine for my master’s, I always felt at home and safe, and when I saw the opportunity to help teach future accountants, I wanted to be a part of the same Bellarmine family that helped me become the best version of myself. I am passionate about creating a better future for our children, and I have always felt the best way to do that is to be a part of helping shape our future adults and leaders into the best they can be. 

Assistant Professor of Nurse Anesthesia 

My areas of interest include perioperative surgical outcomes and enhanced recovery pathways as well as surgical oncology and obstetric anesthesia.  

I chose to work at Bellarmine because of the university’s dedication to academic excellence and its student-centered approach. I am eager to share the knowledge and experiences I have gained throughout my career as a nurse and nurse anesthetist, while also learning from my students in this dynamic academic community. 

Nursing Instructor 

Current Ph.D. student in Health Professions Education at Bellarmine, with research and dissertation focused on virtual simulation's role in pharmacology education for nurse practitioner students. 

 

Bellarmine has felt like a home away from home since I was an undergrad student. I have a great appreciation for the rigorous nursing programs and expert faculty I was able to experience and when I considered where I would want to teach, there was really no other option; Bellarmine was the only place I wanted to be.  

Professor and Chair, Undergraduate Nursing 

My extensive research career has primarily focused on promoting self-care practices among adults with type 2 diabetes. Under my leadership, our interprofessional research team has conducted intervention studies to evaluate the effects of motivational interviewing on diabetes self-care behaviors.  I am committed to promoting research and scholarship activities in the academic setting and have a special interest in student and faculty mentoring. 

I chose to continue my academic career at Bellarmine University because of its reputation of academic excellence and vision of creating a learning environment grounded in the Catholic liberal arts tradition. In addition, the Nursing Department is highly respected and prepares graduates for successful careers and leadership roles in professional nursing practice.  

Instructor of Marketing 

I have extensive marketing experience spanning over 35 years.  Executive positions have encompassed leadership roles within both entrepreneurial businesses and marketing agencies, including Founder/CEO of two brand communications firms.  My main areas of focus are branding, strategic planning, integrated marketing communications, and consumer behaviors/insights. 

 Why Bellarmine? 

I strive to create a learning environment that reinforces the importance of critical thinking and its application to real-world scenarios. The “Bellarmine way” aligns with my personal teaching philosophy of expanding the students’ knowledge base beyond the academic aspects of learning.   I share Bellarmine’s commitment to engage and inspire students on an emotional level and have a lasting impact on their lifelong learning journeys. The opportunity to work within an organization rooted in strong vision and values is both rewarding and energizing.  

Assistant Professor of Computer Science 

My research spans human-computer interaction, data mining, and machine learning, with a focus on quantitative usability evaluation. I also have extensive interdisciplinary research experience, including medical image processing and modeling brain activity using fMRI data, as well as applying bioinformatics to simulate and understand complex human body interactions. 

I am inspired by Bellarmine’s strong commitment to student-centered learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and community engagement. I look forward to contributing to its mission and working with both students and colleagues to advance knowledge and innovation. 

Assistant Nursing Professor 

I chose to join Bellarmine University as a nursing professor because of its strong reputation for academic excellence, commitment to student-centered learning, and values with compassion, service, and leadership.The university's dedication to small class sizes and faculty-student mentorship allows me to build meaningful relationships with students and truly invest in their professional and personal growth. I’m excited to support my students as they progress through the nursing program and thrive in their careers. 

Nursing Instructor 

I am a Family Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Educator who cares deeply about patient outcomes and student success. My scholarship has mainly focused on student retention strategies. 

I chose to work at Bellarmine because the supportive culture and focus on student success fits my teaching style and values. I have met many graduates from Bellarmine University, and I have always been impressed with their professionalism and skill. The quality of the program really does shine through in the graduates.