2026 - 2027 Catalog and Student Handbook 
    
    Apr 15, 2026  
2026 - 2027 Catalog and Student Handbook

Full-Time Faculty


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The following list reflects the status of the Lamar Institute of Technology faculty. The date following each name is the academic year of first service to Lamar Institute of Technology and may not imply continuous service since that date.

 

Abedelwahab, Widad, 2013, Instructor II of Mathematics. B.S., M.Ed., Lamar University.

Amy, Kelly, 2024, Instructor I of Cosmetology. Licensed Texas Cosmetologist.

Arriaga, Adan, 2025, Instructor I of Government. B.A., Stephen F. Austin State University; M.A., Texas A&M International University; J.D., University of Texas at Austin.

Assih, Tamanna, 2025, Instructor I of Medical Assisting. A.A.S., The College of Staten Island; B.S., Chamberlain College of Nursing. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant.

Babin, Dexter, 2023, Instructor I of History. M.A., Louisiana Tech University.

Barron, Bryan, 2009, Professor of Anatomy and Physiology. B.A., Virginia Intermont College; Doctorate in Chiropractic, Texas Chiropractic College.

Barrow, Brenda, 1991, Associate Professor and Program Director of Radiologic Technology. A.A.S., Lamar University; B.S., Midwestern State University; M.Ed., Lamar University. Registered Radiographer.

Batiste, Thadius, 2024, Assistant Professor of Sociology. B.A., Grambling State University; M.A., Texas Southern University.

Biswas, Amit, 2025, Instructor of Engineering. B.S., Bangladesh Institute of Technology; M.E., Lamar University.

Blivens, Tonya, 2024, Instructor I of Speech. M.A., Texas Tech University; M.A., Texas Womens University.

Burnside, Donna, 2018, Instructor I of Speech. B.A., Mississippi Valley State University; M.A., University of Akron.

Carson, Sharon, 2002, Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.A.A.S., M.Ed., Lamar University.

Chisholm-Springer, Leann, 2023, Professor and Program Director of Nursing. B.S.N., M.S.N., Lamar University; Ph.D., UTMB Galveston. Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator.

Cobb, Joshua, 2017, Instructor I of Communication. B.S., Lamar University; M.A., University of Missouri.

Cobb, Tena, 2010, Instructor III of Health Information Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology. Registered Health Information Technician.

Collins, Maegan, 2024, Instructor I and Department Chair of General Education and Developmental Studies. B.S., M.P.A., Ed.D., Lamar University.

Courville, Esther, 2024, Instructor I of English. B.A., M.A., McNeese State University.

Cruz, Rhonda, 2023, Instructor I of Dental Hygiene. A.A.S. Wyoming Community College; B.S. University of Wyoming.

Culver, Sarah, 2024, Instructor I of English. M.A., Lamar University.

Daleo, Melanie, 2022, Instructor I and Program Director of Biological and Health Sciences. B.G.S. Lamar University; M.S., Mississippi State University.

DeMoss, Michelle, 2016, Associate Professor and Program Director of Dental Hygiene. B.S., Idaho State University; M.S., University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. Registered Dental Hygienist.

Devarakonda, Rama, 2025, Instructor I of Chemistry. B.S., Osmania University; M.S., University of Hyderabad; Ph.D., South Gujarat University.

Dingmon, Susannah, 2023, Instructor I of Graphic Design. B.F.A., Lamar University.

Dixon, Marla, 2023, Instructor I of Respiratory Care. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology. Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Dove, Daniel, 2023, Instructor I of Math. B.S., M.S., Lamar University.

DuBose, Amy, 2025, Instructor I of Nursing. A.A.S., Angelina College; M.S., University of Texas at Tyler. Licensed Registered Nurse.

Dupuis, Nichole, 2025, Instructor I of Radiologic Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology. Registered Radiographer

Fruscione, Richard, 2023, Instructor I and Department Chair of Allied Health and Science. B.A., Wagner College; M.A., The City University of New York.

Garrett, Coya, 2025, Instructor I of Health Profession. A.S., Lamar State College Orange; M.A., Lamar University; D.H.A., Virginia University of Lynchburg. Registered Pharmacy Technician.

Graham, Jennifer, 2024, Instructor I of Cyber Security and Networking Technology, A.A.S., B.S., Purdue University Global.

Grass, Connie, 2014, Instructor I and Lead Faculty of Anatomy and Physiology. B.S.N., Hardin-Simmons University; B.S., Doctor of Chiropractic, Texas Chiropractic College.

Hall, Stacey, 2019, Instructor I of Respiratory Care. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Hansen, Kelly, 2025, Instructor II of Nursing. M.S., Fort Hays State University. Licensed Registered Nurse.

Hargrave, Minus, 1987, Instructor I of Instrumentation Technology. A.A.S., Lamar University Institute of Technology.

Harwell, Guy, 2025, Instructor I of Mathematics. A.S., San Jacinto Community College; B.S., M.S., University of Houston - Clear Lake.

Heflin, Carolyn, 2024, Instructor I of Education. B.A. Northwestern State University of Louisiana; M.Ed., University of Louisiana Lafayette; Principal Certificate, University of Alaska Anchorage.

Henry, Bradd, 2012, Instructor I of Mathematics, B.B.A, M.Ed. Lamar University.

Hernandez, Viviana, 2023, Instructor I of History. B.A., M.A., The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Hill, Royace, 2021, Instructor I of Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning Technology. Certificate, Lee College; A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Hodnett, Robert, 2025, Instructor I of Advanced Engine Technology. A.O.S., Universal Technical Institute.

Hoke, Chelsea, 2015, Instructor I and Program Director of Instrumentation Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.A., M.Ed. Lamar University.

Hudnall, Stephen, 2013, Instructor II of Real Estate, A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology

Jacobs, Weldon, 1998, Instructor II of Instrumentation Technology. A.A.S., B.A.A.S., Lamar University.

Jean, James, 2024, Instructor I of Mathematics. B.S., M.S., McNeese State University; M.S., Louisiana State University.

Johnson, Gina, 2003, Instructor III of Radiologic Technology. A.A.S., B.A.A.S., Lamar University. Registered Radiographer.

Johnson, Matthew, 2022, Instructor I of Management and Entrepreneurship. B.A., Texas A&M University; B.S., Lamar University; M.S., John Hopkins University.

Joiner, Steven, 2018, Instructor I of Cyber Security and Networking Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.B.A., M.B.A., Lamar University.

Joiner, Susan, 2022, Instructor I of Cyber Security and Networking Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.B.A., M.B.A., Lamar University.

Jones, Cheri, 2024, Instructor I of Esthetics. Licensed Cosmetologist - Esthetician, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Jones, Misty, 2023, Instructor II and Clinical Coordinator of Nursing. A.A.S., Alvin Community College; M.S.N., Walden University.

Jones, Robert, 2022, Instructor I and Program Director of Welding. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Jones, Tamalla, 2017, Instructor I and Department Chair of Business Technology. B.S., McNeese University; M.B.A., University of Phoenix.

Kamatham, Abhinav, 2024, Instructor I of Computer Information Systems. M.S., California State University.

Kruger, Sharon, 2024, Instructor I of Childcare and Development. B.S., Guilford College; M.S., University of Kansas.

LaRocca, Henry, 2025, Instructor I of Plumbing Technology. Licensed Master Plumber.

Lee, Chelsea, 2026. Instructor I of Psychology. B.S., Lamar University; M.S. University of Huddersfield.

Lewis, Shunetta, 2014, Instructor I and Program Director of Pharmacy Technician Certificate. B.G.S., Lamar University; M.Ed., Western Governors University. Certified and Registered Pharmacy Technician.

Liedy, Michael, 2021, Instructor I of Industrial Technology. B.S., Lamar University.

Mann, Melissa, 2013, Clinical Coordinator of Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography and Instructor II of Diagnostic Medical/Cardiac Sonography. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Manuel, Brooke, 2025, Instructor I of Nursing. M.S. University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. Licensed Registered Nurse.

Mapp, A'Timberly, 2022, Instructor I of Cosmetology. A.A.S., Houston Community College.

Matak, III, Pete, 1978, Instructor IV and Program Director of Advanced Engine Technology. A.A.S., Lamar University.

McClelland, Rita, 2000, Instructor III of English. B.A., M.A., Lamar University; Ed.D., University of Houston.

Mendoza, Kristina, 2016. Associate Professor of Dental Hygiene, A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; A.A., D.D.S., Centro Escolar University. Registered Dental Hygienist, Faculty Dentist.

Menn-Williams, Antonio, 2021. Instructor I of Welding Technology and Program Director of Industrial Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Mires, Nicholas, 2016, Instructor I of Philosophy. B.A., M.A., Criswell College.

Mitchell, Nicole, 2014, Instructor II and Department Chair Public Service and Safety. B.S., M.S., Grambling State University.

Moore, Henry, 2025, Instructor I of Utility Line. 

Nance, Sheryl, 1994, Assistant Professor of Radiologic Technology/Coordinator of Clinical Education. A.A.S., B.A.A.S., Lamar University. Registered Radiographer.

Neal, Bryan, 2016, Instructor I and lead faculty of Physics. A.S., Lamar State College-Orange; B.S., Lamar University; M.S., The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.

Neely, Edgar, 2001, Instructor II of Instrumentation Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Ojemeni, Stacey, 2025, Instructor I of Nursing. M.S.N., D.N.P., University of Texas at Tyler.

Oxley, Katie, 2023, Instructor I of Cosmetology. Licensed Texas Cosmetologist.

Parrack, Brian, 2017, Instructor I of Process Operating Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Pavlicek, Zachery, 2024, Instructor I of Humanities; M.M., University of Oklahoma.

Pousson, Johnny, 2012, Instructor II of Computer Drafting Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology.

Poveda, Allen, 2024, Instructor I of Welding. 

Rahman, Tafhimur, 2025, Instructor I of Speech. M.A., University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh; M.A., University of Alabama.

Rashall, Stacee, 2020, Instructor I of Respiratory Therapy. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology. Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Rawls, Clinton, 2018, Instructor I of Humanities. B.S., Lamar University; M.F.A., University of Texas at Arlington.

Reho, Joseph, 2024, Instructor I of Humanities. B.S., Lamar University; M.F.A., University of Central Arkansas.

Reyes, Rueben, 2025, Instructor I of Occupational Safety. B.A., Lamar University.

Robinson, James, 2023, Instructor I and Program Director of Process Operating Technology

Rogers, Lori, 2009, Instructor III of Dental Hygiene. A.A.S., B.S., Lamar University. Registered Dental Hygienist.

Ryals, Tracy, 2023, Instructor I of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology. Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and Vascular Technologist.

Sams, Christopher, 2020, Instructor I of Mathematics. B.S., M.S., Lamar University.

Sands, Scott, 2025,  Instructor I of English. M.F.A. Georgia College & State University; Ph.D., Illinois State University.

Sandusky, Renee, 2013, Instructor I of Dental Hygiene. A.A.S., B.S., University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. Registered Dental Hygienist.

Schroeder, Nicole, 2025, Instructor I of Nursing. B.S.N, M.S.N., Lamar University.

Sefannaser, Mahmud, 2025, Instructor I of Physics. M.S, Ph.D. North Dakota State University.

Sheppard, Liam, 2026, Instructor I of Process Operating Technology. A.S., Lamar State College Orange; B.A.A.S., M.S.,  Texas State University; Ph.D., Texas A&M University.  

Shin, Yumi, 2023, Instructor I of Business. M.B.A., Ed.D., Lamar University.

Sizemore, William, 2009, Instructor II of English. A.A.S., Everett Community College; B.A., M.A., Lamar University.

Smith, April, 2013, Instructor II of Radiologic Technology, A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.A.A.S. Lamar University, Registered Radiographer.

Spooner, Stanley, 2014, Instructor II  and Program Director of Computer Drafting Technology. B.S.I.T., Lamar University.

Stelly, Trazarra, 2022, Instructor I of Criminal Justice. B.S., Lamar University; M.S., Sam Houston State University

Stinebrickner, Lacey, 2010, Assistant Professor and Program Director of Diagnostic Medical/Cardiac Sonography. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.G.S., Lamar University.

Storbeck, Timothy, 2002, Instructor II of Cyber Security and Networking Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.A.A.S., Lamar University.

Taylor, Stacy, 2010, Instructor III & Program Coordinator of Respiratory Care Program. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.A.A.S., M.P.H., Lamar University. Registered Respiratory Therapist.

Thompson, Cynthia, 2023, Instructor I of Dental Hygiene. A.A.S., Lamar University; B.S., Texas Woman's University. Registered Dental Hygienist.

Thornton, Griselda, 2021, Instructor I of Radiologic Technology. A.A.S. Lamar Institute of Technology. Registered Radiographer.

Tomberlin, Collin, 2025, Academic Department Chair of Manufacturing and Trades Technology. A.A.S., B.P.S., Excelsior University

Valdez, Daniel, 2024, Instructor I of English. B.A., M.A., Lamar University.

Waldrep, Staci, 2000, Associate Professor & Program Director of Health Information Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.A.A.S., M.S., Lamar University. Registered Health Information Technician.

Wallace, Sarah, 2023, Instructor I of Government. B.S., M.P.A., Lamar University.

White, Dennis, 2001, Associate Professor of Criminal Justice. B.A., Lamar University; M.S., American Technological University; GMI, Sam Houston State University. Master Texas Peace Officer, Graduate FBI National Academy.

Williams, Lloyd, 2025, Instructor I of Process Operating Technology.

Williams-Parker, Tiffany, 2014, Instructor I of Process Operating Technology. A.A.S., Lamar Institute of Technology; B.B.A., Lamar University.

Worry, Valerie, 2011, Instructor II and Department Chair Technology. B.S. Texas A&I University; M.S., Ed.D., Walden University.