Grantham University is now University of Arkansas Grantham

On Nov. 1, Grantham University joined the University of Arkansas System and officially became the University of Arkansas Grantham. UA Grantham is now a stronger institution with greater ability to serve the thousands of students already enrolled in more than 60 fully-online degree and certificate programs.

Since its founding in 1951, Grantham has sought to enable access to education for adult learners. Now part of the University of Arkansas System, UA Grantham is better-positioned to grow the number of quality, affordable, professionally-relevant programs it offers to learners in Arkansas, across the country, and around the world.

The UA System has a tradition of excellence that includes the state’s 1871 flagship, land-grant research university; Arkansas’s premier institution for medical education, treatment and research; a major metropolitan university; an 1890 land-grant university; two regional universities serving southern and western Arkansas; seven community colleges; two schools of law; a presidential school; a residential math and science high school; a 100 percent-online university and divisions of agriculture, archeology and criminal justice. The UA System enrolls more than 70,000 students, employs over 28,000 and has a total budget of more than $4 billion. Visit uasys.edu for more information.

Diplomas, transcripts, and student records for graduates and former students of Grantham University will continue to be available from the new University of Arkansas Grantham. Beginning in January 2022, new graduates will receive University of Arkansas Grantham diplomas and certificates.

UA Grantham remains committed to its mission of providing high-quality online learning opportunities; the Grantham degree, already a respected credential, will now be backed by the strong reputation of Arkansas’s premiere higher education system.

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A History of Educational Services

As part of the traditional college and university movement of the late 20th Century, the school that would become University of Arkansas Grantham was founded in 1951 with a main campus in Southern California. As interest in our degree programs grew beyond campus boundaries, the college developed distance-education programs to serve a geographically dispersed student body.
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A Culture of Giving Back

Grantham’s culture of service to our students and among our staff proudly extends to the community. We enjoy doing our part to make this world a better place through our Grantham Gives Back program – a combination of sponsorships, volunteerism, donation drives, and a special employee-funded, university-matched community grant program, offered twice a year to like-minded non-profit organizations dedicated to serving the community. We even invite students and alumni to join us in our Grantham Gives Back efforts. Just like our founder, Grantham employees and students have big hearts, and it shows.
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We're Accredited And Respected

Grantham is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC). Other credentials include:2
Grantham University is accredited by DEAC, NCSARA, ABET and has received numerous awards.
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Mission Statement

To provide quality, accessible, affordable, professionally relevant programs in a continuously changing global society.

Vision Statement

University of Arkansas Grantham is committed to being a globally recognized innovator in higher education, serving those who serve and serving those who strive to make a difference in their professional lives and community.

University of Arkansas Grantham Constitution

University of Arkansas Grantham has an extraordinary purpose. Our University serves those who serve and those who want to make a difference. We do so by establishing a level playing field in education.
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Core Values

University of Arkansas Grantham faculty, administration and staff are committed to:

Accessibility + Affordability

We demonstrate commitment to the accessibility and affordability of higher education by facilitating learning that fits into the student schedule, seeking efficiencies that keep programs affordable.

Diverse Community

We affirm a commitment to an inclusive community by making academic programs, educational services and employment opportunities available to all qualified individuals. We encourage tolerance, mutual respect and acceptance of differences throughout the institution. We believe diversity enhances our culture, improves productivity and prepares graduates to participate effectively in the global community.

Education + Service to Those who Serve

We honor those who serve our country and our communities. We are dedicated to the provision of affordable and uniquely accessible programs and support to these deserving students.

Excellence + Innovation

We maintain a strong commitment to high standards in all aspects of academic programs, learning outcomes and student support services, seeking continuously to strengthen and improve the effectiveness of academic programs and operations, and seeking creative and effective ways to meet the diverse needs of our student population.

Student-Centric Success

We place the academic and personal success of students at the center of all University functions, services, activities and academic programs. We also follow best practices to facilitate students’ development and success from the point of entry to degree completion.

Institutional Integrity

We commit all students, faculty, staff and administrators to uphold the highest standards of integrity, honesty and personal responsibility. To provide a quality academic experience, the University is committed to continually assessing and re-evaluating every aspect of our academic model. We endeavor to build an institutional culture grounded in candor, transparency and best professional practices.

University Goals

  • Strengthen academic quality by enhancing faculty knowledge related to their profession
  • Enrich the educational environment for undergraduates and graduates to facilitate lifelong learning
  • Continuously develop educational tools and resources for adult learners’ academic success
  • Provide adult learners with opportunities to succeed
  • Strengthen the University’s reputation and visibility

Core Professional Competencies

  • Communication
  • Distributed Collaboration
  • Professional and Social Responsibilities
  • Critical thinking/problem solving
  • Data Aptitude
Administration Academics
Lindsay Bridgeman

Lindsay Bridgeman

Chancellor

Ms. Lindsay Bridgeman, Chancellor, is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of higher education administrative experience in both private nonprofit and for-profit institutions. With specialized experience in student finance administration, Ms. Bridgeman has held critical roles with a variety of institutions, all of which were focused on enabling a positive student experience throughout the entire educational journey. Since joining the University, she has served as Compliance Specialist, Director of Financial Aid, and Vice President of Student Financial Services & University Compliance. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Grantham University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Benedictine College and has earned the FAAC® designation.

Lindsay Bridgeman

Lindsay Bridgeman

Chancellor

Ms. Lindsay Bridgeman, Chancellor, is a seasoned leader with over 20 years of higher education administrative experience in both private nonprofit and for-profit institutions. With specialized experience in student finance administration, Ms. Bridgeman has held critical roles with a variety of institutions, all of which were focused on enabling a positive student experience throughout the entire educational journey. Since joining the University, she has served as Compliance Specialist, Director of Financial Aid, and Vice President of Student Financial Services & University Compliance. She earned a Master of Business Administration from Grantham University and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Benedictine College and has earned the FAAC® designation.
Nancy Miller, Ph.D.

Nancy Miller, Ph.D.

Dean, College of Science, Engineering & Technology

Dr. Nancy Miller has taught in three countries, online and on the ground, and had dean, chair and program director experience. She worked as a civilian in an Air Force research lab investigating telescope control and managing the design and implementation of systems for a large telescope. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics, a Master of Business Administration in Finance and a Master of Science in Applied Physics, all from Texas Tech University. Dr. Miller earned her Doctor of Philosophy is in Electrical Engineering with a specialty in Control Systems from the University of New Mexico.
Everett Alvarez, Jr. (Ret.) U.S. Navy

Everett Alvarez, Jr. (Ret.) U.S. Navy

Commander Everett Alvarez, Jr. (Ret.), a distinguished Naval officer and government executive, is best known to the public as the first American aviator shot down over North Vietnam. He was taken prisoner on August 5, 1964, and held in North Vietnam as a POW for eight and a half years, until the general release of the American prisoners on February 12, 1973.

Since his retirement from the U.S. Navy in 1980, Commander Alvarez has held a number of notable positions, including: deputy director of the U.S. Peace Corps; deputy administrator of what was then the Veterans Administration; and chairman of the CARES Commission, a 16-member, independent panel chartered by the Secretary to recommend critical change within the Veteran Affairs Department. He is past chairman of the Board of Regents, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS); a past member of the Board of Directors of the National Graduate University; a member of the Board of Fellows of Santa Clara University; and served on the White House Fellows Selection Committee and on the Board of Directors of the Armed Services YMCA of the USA.

In 2008, Commander Alvarez was selected and honored by the “Council for Excellence in Government” as one of the 25 greatest public servants, over the past 25 years, for his remarkable service to our nation. In November 2008, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences named the Board of Regents meeting center in honor of his service to the University and to military medicine. In January 2010, he was awarded the Richard Nixon Library Foundation’s first “American Hero” award for a lifetime of service to our nation. And in September 2012, Commander Alvarez was awarded the prestigious Lone Sailor Award, presented by the Navy Memorial Foundation in Washington, D.C. He holds numerous military decorations, some of which are: the Silver Star, two Legions of Merit (with Combat “V”), two Bronze Stars (with Combat “V”), the Distinguished Flying Cross and two Purple Heart Medals.
John Ashford

John Ashford

Mr. John Ashford is an advisor to Fortune 100 companies as chairman and chief executive officer of The Hawthorn Group, L.C., an Alexandria, Virginia, international public affairs firm that he co-founded more than 25 years ago. He received his Bachelor of Arts, magna cum laude, from Missouri Valley College, where he served on the board for nearly 20 years and from which he received an honorary Doctor of Letters degree. He co-chaired Missouri Valley’s Presidential Task Force on strategic planning. Mr. Ashford earned his Master’s in Public Administration at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University, where he served for many years on the Dean's Advisory Council. He has lectured at a score of universities, from New York to Moscow. With extensive university board experience, he provides great insight to Grantham’s Board of Governors, having been actively involved in higher education issues, representing numerous educational clients, including major universities.
Harry Hagerty

Harry Hagerty

Mr. Harry Hagerty is the president and chief executive officer of Math Mastery, an e-Learning company that provides tutorial products for AOL, Discovery and 71,000 schools nationwide. He brings significant educational technology expertise to the Board. He served as chairman and CEO of Globalink, Inc., a translation software development and publishing company until its acquisition in 1998 by Lernout & Hauspie. Mr. Hagerty participated in the initial funding of the Discovery Channel and was founder of Digital Switch Corporation (now “DSC Communications, Inc.”). He graduated from West Point in 1962.
Jonathan Dolen

Jonathan Dolen

Assistant Professor

Jonathan Dolen teaches political science, sharing his expertise in politics and voting behavior, American government and public opinion. Before joining Grantham, Dolen spent six years in the financial services industry, most recently as an organizational effectiveness analyst at DST Systems. He is an active participant in the American Political Science Association and closely follows national politics. Dolen received both his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Political Science from the University of Missouri – Kansas City.
Greg Gildersleeve

Greg Gildersleeve

Assistant Professor

Greg Gildersleeve teaches English composition, technical writing and American literature at Grantham. He is the author of several published comics and novels, as well as his blog, The Semi-Great Gildersleeve. Gildersleeve’s work has also appeared in publications such as Show & Tell, Teenagers from the Future and Faculty Focus. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Missouri Western State University and a Master of Arts in English from the University of Missouri – Kansas City.
Belinda Patton

Belinda Patton

Assistant Professor

Belinda Casimir-Patton holds a Master of Science in Computer Science, has spent the last 14 years as a computer science and mathematics instructor and has worked as a developer for the Alabama Department of Revenue. Before joining Grantham in 2014, Patton taught computer science and mathematics courses for local universities and schools. She earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science and mathematics from the State University of New York, followed by a master’s degree in computer science from Troy University. Patton is currently working on her PhD in adult education at Auburn University and has been a recipient of the Outstanding Student Award for Academic Excellence and Alma Holladay Endowment. She is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Computer Society.
Pamela Monroe

Pamela Monroe

Assistant Professor

Pamela Monroe is a registered radiographer and occupational therapist with over 16 years of experience in the allied health field. She has worked in several different healthcare facilities, ranging from emergency rooms to rehabilitation services. Monroe is a member of the American Public Health Association Student Assembly and the American Society of Radiologic Society. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Radiography and Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Currently, Monroe is pursuing a PhD in Public Health with a specialization in Epidemiology at Walden University.
Carol Pugh

Carol Pugh

Associate Professor

Dr. Carol Pugh, a veteran of the U.S. Army, has devoted most of her life to the service of others in military, corporate and academic environments. She works diligently to help students understand themselves, appreciate their distinctive talents and find their own unique place in the world. Dr. Pugh holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Park University, a Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of Phoenix, a Master of Education in Instructional Technology from American Intercontinental University and a Doctor of Philosophy in Education from Northcentral University.
Ashley Page

Ashley Page

Assistant Professor

Ashley Page teaches communication courses at Grantham. She has worked in various fields of communication, including sports and news broadcasting on both television and web series productions. Page earned her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts in Communication from Pittsburg State University.
Ryan Yeager

Ryan Yeager

VST Coordinator

U.S. Army Veteran
George Colon

George Colon

Director of University Outreach

George Colon is a Master Sergeant Retired, having served in the United States Army for 23 years. He has been with Grantham since 2003, where he held various positions before becoming the director of University Outreach.

Colon, who grew up in Puerto Rico, holds an associate degree in business management, two bachelor’s degrees and a master’s degree in performance improvement. He also completed several developmental leadership courses during his time in the Army.

Colon has been stationed at various posts in both the U.S. and abroad and currently resides in Riverview, Florida.

Grantham Tenure: 16 years
gcolon1@grantham.edu
985.768.0369
Jeromey Bell

Jeromey Bell

Career Services Manager
Jennifer Schreckengost

Jennifer Schreckengost

Dean of Curriculum & Instruction
Cynthia Lockett

Cynthia Lockett

University Outreach Representative

Before joining the Grantham team, Cynthia Lockett spent more than 17 years at AT&T as a project manager in major markets. She started at Grantham University in April 2006 as an admissions representative and moved to University Outreach in October of 2011, specializing in military, first responder and community markets.

Lockett is a Kansas City native and actively volunteers for the Greater Kansas City Recruiting Battalion. She is also a co-chair of the Kansas City Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s Veteran Affairs Committee.

Grantham Tenure: 13 years
clockett@grantham.edu
816.284.9806
Tina Freestone, MA

Tina Freestone, MA

Director, College of Humanities & Social Sciences

Tina Freestone spent several years as a law enforcement officer with a special assignment as a narcotic detective. Her experience includes drug investigations, police operations and procedures, criminal investigations, interviewing and interrogation, corrections and covert operations. Ms. Freestone continues to teach and update curriculum, coupling her practical experience in law enforcement with her education to advance Grantham’s Criminal Justice program. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from the University of California, Irvine, and holds a Master of Arts in Criminal Justice from the State University of New York at Albany.
Thomas G. Rhame (Ret.) U.S. Army

Thomas G. Rhame (Ret.) U.S. Army

Lieutenant General Thomas G. Rhame retired from the United States Army on September 30, 1997. Following his retirement, he served as vice president and chief financial officer of the Association of the U.S. Army from 1998 until 2014. His last active duty assignment was as the director of the Defense Security Assistance Agency with the Office of the Secretary of Defense.

He was also the chief of the U.S. Military Training Mission to Saudi Arabia. During Operation Desert Shield/Storm in 1990 and 1991, General Rhame was the Commanding General of the 1st Infantry Division (The Big Red One). Under his command, the Division successfully conducted the initial attack to penetrate Iraqi defensive positions, conducted the rapid passage of lines for the British 1st Armored Division, conducted a night attack against elements of the Iraqi Republican Guard, and played a critical role in the liberation of Kuwait. He also served two tours of combat in Vietnam, his first in 1967 commanding B Company, 12th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division, and his second in 1971, serving as a District Senior Advisor with USAMACV.

General Rhame received the Defense Distinguished Service Medal (with oak leaf cluster), the Distinguished Service Medal (with two oak leaf clusters), the Silver Star (with oak leaf cluster), the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Legion of Merit, the Bronze Star with V device (with two oak leaf clusters), the Meritorious Service Medal (with two oak leaf clusters), the Air Medal, and the Army Commendation Medal with V device.
He graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant, Infantry, through the Reserve Officer Training Corps in 1963. He holds a Master of Business Administration with a Comptroller specialty from Syracuse University, and is a graduate of the U.S. Army War College, class of 1981.

General Rhame is married to his high school sweetheart, the former Linda Saunders of Lecompte, Louisiana. They reside in Woodbridge, Virginia, and have two children, Rebecca Isakower and Gregg Rhame, and three grandchildren, Taylor, Ashley and Emily.
Matthew Schigur, MBA

Matthew Schigur, MBA

Director, College of Business, Management & Economics

Matthew Schigur has held a number of academic positions as assistant and associate professor of management and computer sciences, including being a Cisco Academy Instructor, before joining Grantham University. He's served as faculty chair, acting academic affairs specialist, and interim center director. He also has more than 25 years of consulting experience in management, project management, technology, construction and educational services. Mr. Schigur holds a Master of Business Administration, a Master of Project Management, a Master of Information Systems Management. He is a Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification holder, a certified advanced tutor and a certified academic coach. Mr. Schigur is currently working on his Doctorate in Management.

Project Management Professional (PMP) is a registered mark of the Project Management Institute.
Cheryl Rules, Ph.D., MSN, RN, CCRN-K, CNE

Cheryl Rules, Ph.D., MSN, RN, CCRN-K, CNE

Dean, College of Nursing & Health Professions

Dr. Cheryl Rules, Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Professions, has over 34 years of experience in healthcare, nearly 30 of which were spent in Intensive Care. She was an ICU Clinical educator before transitioning to the academic setting. Her experience in all aspects of education, from technical to doctoral degrees, includes an extensive background in distance learning and online education, which levels the playing field by providing access and affordability for all. She believes in the importance of the Interdisciplinary healthcare team, and is passionate about the vital role Allied Health disciplines have in providing the best patient outcomes. Dr. Rules earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Regis University and her Ph.D. in Higher Educational Leadership at North Central University.
Mark Olson

Mark Olson

Assistant Professor

Mark Olson earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a master’s degree in political science from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He is a member of the American Political Science Association and the Midwest Political Science Association. Olson’s expertise is in campaigns and elections, and he has worked on campaigns with candidates and organizations of both major parties for almost a decade.
Sarah Powell

Sarah Powell

Assistant Professor

Sarah Powell earned a bachelor’s degree in biology and a master’s degree in natural science education from Southeast Missouri State University. She is a member of the National Audubon Society, Kansas Association for College and Biology Educators and the Association of College and University Biology Educators. Before joining Grantham in 2013, Powell taught informal science programs for several different government agencies and private organizations. She volunteers for citizen science projects and does habitat restoration work.
Lindsey Streeter (Ret.) U.S. Army

Lindsey Streeter (Ret.) U.S. Army

Command Sergeant Major (Ret.) Lindsey Streeter is currently vice president of military and veterans affairs at Bank of America. He retired in 2016 from the United States Army with more than 30 years of service. He continues to serve the state of Georgia as an Army Reserve Ambassador.

While in the Army, he held positions in the field of sexual harassment and assault response, as well as recruiting and logistics. Additionally, CSM Streeter served as a professional witness to Congress on Recruiting Affairs and is a member of the prestigious Sergeant Audie Murphy Club.

His many military distinctions range from The Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with two campaign stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal and the Army Superior Unit Award, to the Glen E. Morrell Medallion for Excellence in Recruiting, the Recruiter's Ring for Excellence in Recruiting, and the Gold Recruiter Badge with three sapphire stars.

CSM Streeter attended the U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy (class 57) and earned his Master of Science in Performance Improvement from Grantham University. He also holds a facilitator's certification for Franklyn Covey's Seven Habits of Highly Effective People empowerment course. In April 2017, he received the 2017 Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC) Outstanding Graduate Award for Grantham University.
Tracy Gallery

Tracy Gallery

Vice Chancellor, Human Resources

Tracy Gallery is an experienced human resources executive with 30 years of experience in corporate and non-profit organizations. Prior to joining Grantham, she served in leadership roles at J.P. Morgan, Prudential, McKesson, and most recently at an early childhood education non-profit serving impoverished children and families. Ms. Gallery holds a master’s degree in Management and Organizational Behavior from Benedictine University and a Bachelor of Arts in Human Resources Management and Psychology from the University of Northern Iowa. She holds two human resources certifications as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and a SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP).
Elhan Durguti

Elhan Durguti

Associate Professor

Elhan Durguti holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Kansas and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. Prior to his career in higher education, Durguti spent time in the casino and hotel industry training staff on customer relationship management policies, as well as the pharmaceutical industry educating clients on the benefits of various prescriptions.
Timothy Hsiao

Timothy Hsiao

Assistant Professor

Timothy Hsiao holds a master's degree in philosophy from Florida State University. He is an active researcher and speaker in the areas of applied ethics, environmental ethics and social philosophy. Hsiao’s articles have appeared in numerous peer-reviewed journals, including Public Affairs Quarterly, Philosophia, Ethics & Medicine and the Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Ethics. Prior to joining Grantham, Hsiao taught philosophy and ethics at Florida Gulf Coast University. He is a member of the Evangelical Philosophical Society and the National Association of Scholars.
Stephanie Kajpust

Stephanie Kajpust

Assistant Professor

Stephanie Kajpust holds bachelor’s degrees in computer engineering and mathematics with a concentration in secondary education. She earned a master’s in applied mathematics from Michigan Technological University and has been teaching college-level mathematics since 2010. Kajpust strives to help students see how mathematics can be useful in their lives and believes that all students can be successful in mathematics with hard work and determination.
Carol Segura

Carol Segura

Instructor

Carol Segura has a bachelor’s degree in business management from the University of Maryland, a master’s in management technology from Murray State University and additional graduate hours in business management. Over the past 20 years, Segura has worked in DoD contract positions and taught both full and part time at various colleges and universities. She is a Desert Storm veteran and spent seven years active duty in the United States Army where she served in the preventive medicine/environmental health/industrial hygiene field.
Archuleta Chisolm

Archuleta Chisolm

Assistant Professor

Archuleta Chisolm holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from DeVry University and an MBA from Baker University. She is a member of the National Association of Black Accountants and the National Black MBA Association. Prior to her career in higher education, Chisolm spent 12 years as an accountant in various industries. Her military career included eight years of reserve duty in the Army, where she served in the finance and administration fields.
Gloria Ohmart

Gloria Ohmart

Professor

Dr. Gloria Ohmart is a full-time professor in Grantham’s College of Nursing. Dr. Ohmart earned a doctorate in educational leadership, curriculum and instruction from the University of Phoenix, a Master of Science in Nursing from Emory University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Metropolitan State University. Prior to joining Grantham in 2014, Dr. Ohmart served as a nursing dean, a dean of academic affairs and an associate dean for simulations. She has been an academic and clinical nurse educator since 2003. Prior to her academic career, Dr. Ohmart was a clinical nurse specialist and certified nurse midwife (1982-2002), delivering more than 1,000 babies.
Carol A. Romano, Rear Admiral, USPHS (Ret.)

Carol A. Romano, Rear Admiral, USPHS (Ret.)

Dr. Carol A. Romano, Rear Admiral, USPHS (Ret.) is professor and dean of the Daniel K. Inouye Graduate School of Nursing at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland.

She has served in a variety of leadership positions within the United States Public Health Service in the Office of the Surgeon General, including Acting Deputy Surgeon General, Acting Chief of Staff, Director of the Office of Reserve Affairs, and Chief Nurse Officer. A fellow in the American Academy of Nursing and the American College of Medical Informatics, Dr. Romano spent 34 years at the National Institutes of Health, Clinical Research Center. She was also co-architect of the world’s first graduate curriculum in nursing informatics at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. In addition, Dr. Romano served as advisor to the World Health Organization (WHO) for management of manpower and health information in developing countries.

She earned her Bachelor of Science, Master of Science and Ph.D. in Nursing all from the University of Maryland School of Nursing, and completed leadership programs at Harvard Kennedy School of Government and University of Pennsylvania Wharton School. She is also board certified in nursing informatics and as an advanced nurse executive.
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Sabahudin Tricic

Assistant Professor

Sabahudin Tricic earned a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in computer science from California State University of Fresno. He is a member of the Association for Computing Machinery and frequently works with local charity organizations on local projects. Before joining Grantham, Tricic worked as a software engineer for a Central Valley company where he worked on different national and international projects. He has also worked as an instructor for several online universities, teaching database design, programming and software engineering classes.
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Judy Mason

Assistant Professor

Judy Mason is an associate professor in Grantham’s College of Science, Engineering, and Technology. She has degrees in information technology through the University of Kentucky and Capella University. Mason has been teaching for over 22 years, nine of those in higher education. She has been with Grantham since 2013. Along with teaching, Mason has worked in graphics, video and web design, programming, consulting and small press publishing.

Kathryn Denning

Kathryn Denning

Associate Professor

Kathryn Denning worked in accounting and management for over 25 years in the nonprofit, small business and banking industries. She earned a bachelor’s in management with a concentration in accounting as well as an MBA from Excelsior College. She is currently completing her doctorate degree at Walden University. Denning enjoys teaching and encouraging others to reach their goals. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts and the Accounting & Financial Woman’s Alliance. Denning volunteers with the Boys & Girls Club and is a certified yoga instructor.
Bill Allen, Ph.D.

Bill Allen, Ph.D.

Vice Chancellor, Strategic Alliances

Dr. Bill Allen is an experienced and accomplished education leader with a passion for student success. Prior to University of Arkansas Grantham, he led two federally-funded education facilities to achieve record-setting levels of student enrollment, graduation rates, and competency-based measures. A U.S. Navy veteran, Dr. Allen retired in 2009 as a lieutenant commander after 25 years of service, which also included serving as an enlisted chief petty officer. Dr. Allen holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Organization and Management from Capella University, a Master of Business Administration from Troy University, and his Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics degree from Embry-Riddle.
Candice Haines

Candice Haines

University Outreach Representative

Immediately prior to joining Grantham University, Candice Haines spent several years as the Hohenfels Army Education Center counselor/manager for the United States Army Garrison-Bavaria, Germany. While overseas, she also taught as an adjunct professor for University of Maryland Global Campus’ undergraduate business school. Candice brings over 15 years of experience in financial industry sales management, marketing and new business development.

Haines is originally from San Diego, California, and holds a bachelor‘s degree in business/financial services as well as an MBA. She is currently a 2020 graduate candidate for a master’s degree in performance improvement.

As a Grantham University Outreach representative, Haines serves the active duty military, veteran and business communities in the Kansas City metro and midwestern Kansas areas. She resides in Basehor, Kansas.

Grantham Tenure: 3 years
chaines@grantham.edu
913.547.5932
John M. Harris

John M. Harris

Associate Director of University Outreach

Prior to joining Grantham University, John Harris worked as the State Command Chief Master Sergeant for the Louisiana Air National Guard. He brings 26 years of experience in military operations, including deployments and natural disaster response.

Harris is originally from Peoria, Illinois, and currently resides in New Orleans, Louisiana. He holds an MBA in project management and, as part of Grantham’s University Outreach team, serves National Guard and corporate markets.

Grantham Tenure: 4 years
jharris@grantham.edu
504.388.5423
Therese Rhodes

Therese Rhodes

Program & Event Specialist

Therese Rhodes is an outreach professional with more than a decade of experience working with multi-level teams and managing projects. She began her career at Grantham in 2017 as a university outreach coordinator and advanced to her current role the following year. As the outreach team’s program & event specialist, she manages program processes, partnerships and events.

Rhodes attended Joe Herndon Technical School where she earned a certificate in business administration, office ethics and management. She is a Kansas City native who enjoys gardening, home remodeling, singing and volunteering at animal shelters.

Grantham Tenure: 2 years
trhodes2@grantham.edu
913.309.4351
Richard Sayles

Richard Sayles

Assistant Professor

Richard Sayles is a 32-year veteran of law enforcement, retired captain of the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department, and retired chief of police of Platte City, Missouri. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement from the University of Central Missouri and a master’s in public administration from Park University. Sayles believes law enforcement officers require educational prerequisites to maintain professionalism and competency on the job, and his goal as a criminal justice instructor is to effectively communicate to his students and provide feedback that promotes professional growth.

Damarie Nix

Damarie Nix

JD Program Director

Damarie Nix began her healthcare career as a U.S. Navy corpsman, where she did everything from assisting in surgeries to managing administrative duties. After leaving the military, Nix earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Administration and then a Master of Science in Health Informatics. She has received her Registered Health Information Administrator credential through AHIMA and has been teaching for over 16 years.

Geoffrey Lantz

Geoffrey Lantz

Associate Professor

Dr. Geoffrey Lantz holds a master’s degree in organizational development as well as a Ph.D. in educational psychology, both from Loyola University Chicago. With over 20 years of experience, he specializes in adult education, organizational strategic initiatives and higher education development. In conjunction with his work in higher education and academic consulting, Dr. Lantz works with many non-profit organizations geared toward adult higher education, social and welfare issues, and the LGBT community.
Segev Tsfati

Segev Tsfati

Vice Chancellor, Marketing

Segev Tsfati is a marketing leader with experience in marketing and program management across industries. Segev currently serves as Vice Chancellor, Marketing, and is responsible for lead generation, branding, and nurture marketing. Prior to joining UA Grantham, he was Sr. Director of Programs at Stanford University; earlier roles at Laureate Education, AOL, and Capital One spanned acquisition, retention, BI, and analytics. Segev earned a bachelor's degree in Information Systems Management from University of Maryland University College, and an MBA from University of Maryland, College Park.
Kami Richardson

Kami Richardson

Vice Chancellor, Student Experience

Kami Richardson has been with University of Arkansas Grantham since 2008 working in various roles within Student Advising. As the Vice Chancellor of Student Experience, Kami leads the university’s mission to ensure the student experience is top notch and leads to student success. She holds a master’s and bachelor’s degree from Grantham, which has helped guide her and her team in making decisions with the students in mind. Kami is also passionate about leadership development and holds a Certificate from Cornell University in Women in Leadership.
Sara Estes

Sara Estes

Controller

Sara Estes serves as University of Arkansas Grantham’s Controller. She has more than twelve years of experience in accounting and financial management with Grantham. Prior to her role as Grantham’s Controller, Sara worked for the university as the senior accountant and as a staff accountant. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Business Administration from William Jewell College.
Wendy Johnson, Ph.D.

Wendy Johnson, Ph.D.

Vice Chancellor, Academics

Dr. Wendy Johnson, Vice Chancellor of Academics, is an organizational effectiveness academic operation professional with a passion for creating ideal learning environments for students. With over 15 years of leadership, operations, and risk mitigation experience, she establishes order by identifying, analyzing, and resolving operational inefficiencies. She has maximized employee productivity through process-oriented improvements, and developed program goals, objectives and monitored outcomes. Dr. Johnson holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Administration and Management from Walden University, a Master of Business Administration from LeTourneau University, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Lakeland University.

Jay Parker

Jay Parker

Vice Chancellor, Information Technology

Jay Parker is an information technology professional with more than 25 years of experience in higher education and more than 17 years in leadership roles. Prior to joining UA Grantham, he served as the Director of Technology for the UA System eVersity, Arkansas's first totally online university. His previous IT leadership roles include positions at UA Little Rock and Mississippi State University. Outside of higher education, he also worked at a Wall Street investment bank as a professional services consultant for Red Hat, one of the world’s leading open-source software companies. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Mississippi State University.
Michelle Metcalf

Michelle Metcalf

Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Financial Services

Michelle Metcalf has an extensive background in Financial Aid, with more than three decades of experience supporting students’ financial needs. She currently serves as Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Financial Services, and leads all financial aid and student account functions for UA Grantham. Michelle upholds the university's mission to provide accessible and affordable programs helping students reach their goal to attain a degree. Prior to joining UA Grantham, Michelle held roles at Sallie Mae, Security Bank, and EdFund. Michelle earned a Master of Business Administration from University of Saint May and a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Kansas.
Steven Howell

Steven Howell

Vice Chancellor, Enrollment Services & Registrar

An Arkansas native, Steven’s focus is student-centric through his work guiding students from the first steps of the admission application to watching them walk across the stage with their diplomas. Steven obtained his Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) and a Master of Science from Colorado State University, Global Campus. Steven came to eVersity in late 2014 from a background in serving both traditional and non-traditional student bodies with more than 14 years of experience in the student services division of UALR and the University of Central Oklahoma. His goal is to ensure processes and systems are built efficiently for the student so that they can focus solely on their studies and degree completion.

“I have a passion for higher learning and serving students. I want our UA Grantham student body to have that same feel as a traditional brick-and-mortar campus, while surpassing the bar for student service.”
Kim Bradford

Kim Bradford

Director, Institutional Assurance

As the leader for accreditation and regulatory compliance, Kim’s work focuses on alignment of policies and processes to meet accreditation and legal requirements and support continual improvement.
Her broad background in higher education spans more than 35 years and includes work with public and private institutions. Prior to her institutional assurance role, she served as the Associate Dean and Director of Compliance and Quality Assurance at the Global Campus of the University of Arkansas, the System’s flagship institution. There she was responsible for state authorization, collaborating with colleges and schools for online course development and approval, implementation of academic integrity policies and proctoring processes for online offerings. Before joining the University of Arkansas, Kim was Dean of Academic Outreach and Extended Programs at the University of Central Arkansas where she led the development and funding of the institution’s outreach initiatives, including the support and delivery of all online and off-campus offerings. For over a decade, she worked in proprietary higher education serving in various administrative capacities, including president of a degree-granting institution that held national, regional, and programmatic accreditation. Kim has experience in leading state and regional school improvement initiatives and serving as an evaluator for national and regional accrediting organizations.
Jessica Parker, Ph.D.

Jessica Parker, Ph.D.

Director, Faculty Training & Evaluation

Dr. Jessica Parker has worked in higher education for over fifteen years. She holds two Masters degrees (History and Library Science) from Texas Woman's University and a PhD in American History from Texas Christian University. Her involvement with online learning began in 2005 at TWU's Teaching and Learning with Technology Center. She has taught online courses since 2008 and currently teaches online courses as an adjunct professor at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. As a Senior Instructional Designer at eVersity, she has worked in both course development and faculty recruitment, training, and evaluation. She is excited to take on the role of Director of Faculty Training and Evaluation at UA Grantham and help to improve both the faculty and student experience.
Ramesh Muthukumarana

Ramesh Muthukumarana

Director, eVersity Curriculum Innovation Lab

Ramesh Muthukumarana holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Marketing and a Minor in Mass Communications from Minnesota State University Moorhead. He also has a Master of Science degree in Instructional Technology from the Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. As a Senior Instructional Designer at eVersity, he oversaw the course design tasks and decisions. He is an award-winning Instructional Designer, who, in collaboration with faculty, has won multiple course design awards for eVersity. He is excited to take on the role of Director of eVersity Curriculum Innovation Lab at UA Grantham and help enhance course design and improve student experience with the instructional design team.
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A Culture of Giving Back

Grantham's culture of service to our students and among our staff proudly extends to the community. We enjoy doing our part to make this world a better place through our Grantham Gives Back program - a combination of sponsorships, volunteerism, donation drives, and a special employee-funded, university-matched community grant program, offered twice a year to like-minded non-profit organizations dedicated to serving the community. We even invite students and alumni to join us in our Grantham Gives Back efforts. Just like our founder, Grantham employees and students have big hearts, and it shows.
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FAFSA is easier than you think

FAFSA is Easier Than You Think

By John Koehler March 31, 2022 // Student Interest

Planning to use financial aid to fund your education? We’re here to help guide you through FAFSA®, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. There are no strings attached: FAFSA® is free, doesn't commit you to a college or university,… Read More »

Explore UA Grantham Library Resources

Explore UA Grantham Library Resources

By Brandon Swenson March 30, 2022 // Grantham Academics

More than a Good Book, Celebrating Access The value of a local library cannot be overstated. Home to books, magazines, online resources, events, music, and videos, libraries offer citizens young and old various ways to learn, access resources, explore new… Read More »

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About University of Arkansas Grantham: In 1951, World War II veteran Donald Grantham founded Grantham University. As a pioneer in online education, the university serves adult learners across the globe—including our nation’s military, for which the university was initially established. Recently integrated into the University of Arkansas System—a highly respected higher education system with more than 21 campuses, divisions and units—it is now named University of Arkansas Grantham. Driven by a mutual mission to provide high-quality, accessible and affordable higher education, this union creates more opportunities for students seeking a rewarding collegiate experience. With a flexible online learning environment, monthly class starts, more than 60 degree and certificate programs, more resources and support, as well as one of the lowest tuitions in the country1, University of Arkansas Grantham is the optimal choice to help students meet their education goals.
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission, University of Arkansas Grantham continues to receive programmatic accreditations as it evolves its educational offerings to meet marketplace demands.
The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
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