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Meet the passionate scholars, thought leaders, and change-makers who inspire and guide our students every day.

Scholars and Practitioners Who Are Making a Difference in the World

A diverse, respected faculty is the cornerstone of the Walden learning experience. Our faculty features some of the skilled educators and practitioners in academia, business, education, nursing, and other fields. They excel at integrating their real-life lessons and experience into their teaching and academic leadership.

Walden faculty members are chosen not only for their academic and industry credentials but also for the energy, enthusiasm, and dedication they bring to our learning community. They understand the needs of adult learners who must balance their studies with work and family demands. Whether they’re celebrating your achievements or holding flexible office hours , our faculty actively support your success.

90%+

Of faculty hold a doctoral degree1

150+

State Teachers of the Year

40+

Fulbright Scholars and Specialists2

800+

Current and past advisor/board members for professional & charitable organizations

300+

Honorees for excellence in teaching & Leadership

200+

Competitive grant winners2

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School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
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Stephen Canipe

Associate Dean

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Degree Program
Doctor of Education EdD
School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy

Pat Thurmond

Associate Dean

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School of Public Policy and Administration
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Jim Castleberry

Associate Dean

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School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
School of Education and Professional Licensure
Kellie Costner

Kelley Costner

Dean

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Center for General Education
Maleka Ingram

Maleka Ingram

Dean

Barbara Solomon School of Social Work
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Lisa Moon

Dean

School of Public Policy and Administration
School of Psychology
School of Criminal Justice
Shana Garrett

Shana Garrett

Dean

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School of Counseling
School of Human Services
William Barkley

Bill Barkley

Dean

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School of Technology and Applied Science
Karlyn Barilovits

Karlyn Barilovits

Dean

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Degree Program
Doctor of Information Technology DIT
School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
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Debra Tervala

Dean

Degree Program
Doctor of Education EdD
Center for General Education
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Rochelle Gilbert

Dean

School of Management
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Kathy Simmons

Program Director

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Degree Program
MS Project Management
School of Counseling
Tracy Senstock

Tracy Senstock

Program Director

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Degree Program
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
School of Psychology
Amy Sickel

Amy Sickel

Program Director

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Degree Program
PhD Psychology
School of Counseling

K. Elizabeth McDonald

Program Director

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Degree Program
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
School of Management
John McDonald

Jack McDonald

Program Director

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Degree Programs
BS Business Administration BSBA MS Human Resource Management Executive MBA
 
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Emily Dahlen

Program Director

Degree Program
Academic Skills Center
School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
Mark Clauburg

Mark Clauburg

Program Director

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Degree Program
MS Instructional Design Technology

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