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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
Beate Baltes

Beate Baltes

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Doctor of Education EdD
School of Psychology
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Stacy Bjorkman

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
BS Psychology
School of Public Policy and Administration
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Joyce Haines

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Master of Public Administration MPA
School of Public Policy and Administration
Anne Hacker

Anne Hacker

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
PhD Public Policy and Administration
 
Diane Whitehead

Diane Whitehead

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP
 
Deborah Weatherspoon

Deborah Weatherspoon

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Master of Science in Nursing MSN
School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
Cheryl Keen

Cheryl Keen

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
PhD Education
School of Management
Lisa Kangas

Lisa Kangas

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Doctor of Business Administration DBA
School of Public Policy and Administration
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Gary Kelsey

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
PhD Public Policy and Administration
School of Psychology
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Eric Hickey

Senior Core Faculty

Degree Program
MS Forensic Psychology
School of Human Services
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Greg Hickman

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
PhD Human Services
School of Counseling
Matthew Buckley

Matthew Buckley

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
School of Higher Education, Leadership, and Policy
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Fran Reed

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Doctor of Education EdD
School of Health Sciences
Aimee Ferraro

Aimee Ferraro

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Master of Public Health MPH
School of Psychology
Robin Friedman

Robin Friedman

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
MS Psychology
 
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Christine Frazer

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Master of Science in Nursing MSN
School of Counseling
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Penelope Dahlen

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling
School of Public Policy and Administration
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Jason Lum

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
Master of Public Administration MPA
School of Psychology
Tracy Marsh

Tracy Marsh

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
PhD Clinical Psychology
School of Counseling
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Elizabeth Ventura

Senior Core Faculty

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Degree Program
MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling

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