August 2023 Commencement Program

COMMENCEMENT

message from the president

Dear Graduates,

Congratulations on this momentous occasion! Today, we celebrate your outstanding achievements and the significant steps you are about to take in your careers. We also recognize and congratulate those who supported you along your educational journey — spouses and children, family and friends, faculty, and mentors. The entire university has confidence in you as you move forward, making a positive impact on the healthcare world and in your communities.

Thank you for choosing to study at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU). Our entire university community of faculty and staff have felt it an honor to be with you. Your research, lab work, classroom instructions, advisement, and campus activities have been guided by outstanding faculty and staff within state-of-the-art facilities to help you accomplish your dreams. It has been a privilege for all of us to be a part of your educational journey as we unitedly strive to improve the human condition.

As you continue your professional and personal goals, we want you to stay connected with RMU. You will always be an honored and critical part of the RMU Alumni Association. Please continue to stay involved with RMU through the Alumni Association by mentoring students and by sharing your stories of impact, specifically, how your efforts to love and lift those in need have helped improve the human condition, one patient at a time.

Congratulations again, and may your future endeavors be filled with success and fulfillment!

Sincerely,

President Cameron K. Martin University President & CEO

commencement activities

Conducting

Dr. Cameron K. Martin University President & CEO

Processional of the Graduates

Pomp and Circumstance by Sir Edward Elgar (please stand)

Order of Academic Procession

Administration & Board of Trustees pg. 27

Faculty & Official Guests pg. 26

College of Health Sciences pg. 12

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences Candidates

Doctor of Science in Health Science Candidates

Master of Science in Athletic Training Practice Candidates

Master of Science in Health Science Candidates

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Candidates

Master of Science in School Counseling Candidates

Doctor of Medical Science Candidates

Master of Physician Assistant Studies Candidates

Doctor of Nursing Practice Candidates

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner Candidates

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Candidates

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner and Emergency Nurse Practioner Candidates

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Candidates

Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate Candidates

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate Candidates

College of Rehabilitation Sciences pg. 19

Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology Candidates

Master of Science in Medical Speech-Language Pathology Candidates

Doctor of Occupational Therapy Candidates

Posting of the Colors

Brigham Young University ROTC

The National Anthem

Ms. Evelyn Gee

Harpist

Invocation & Reflection

Ms. Jamie Widman

Master of Physician Assistant Studies Graduate

President’s Welcome

Dr. Cameron K. Martin

Special Musical Number

Ms. Evelyn Gee

Presentation of Faculty Teaching Awards

Presented by Dr. Malissa Martin

Interim Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost

Adjunct Faculty of the Year Award Recipients

Ellen Hudgins, OTD, OTR/L

Kimberlee Shibinski, EdD

Rising Star Teaching Award Recipient

Kelsey Campbell Hopkinson, PT, DPT

Commencement Address

Dr. Mark Campbell

Owner/Chief Performance Officer - Campbell Performance, Senior Fellow-Healthcare and Ability and Board Member at National Wellness Institute

Meaning of Regalia

Dr. Malissa Martin

Reading of Names and Degrees

Ms. Jeanine Revillo Director of Student Services

Presentation of Candidates for Degrees

Dr. Malissa Martin

Conferring of Degrees

Dr. Michael Skurja, Jr.

University Co-Founder and RMU Board of Trustees Chair

Alumni Welcome

Dr. Jeff Lau

Dean, College of Rehabilitation Sciences

Doctor of Physical Therapy Associate Professor

Ceremony Conclusion

Dr. Cameron K. Martin

Recessional of the Graduates

(Please stand)

Participation in the Commencement Ceremony does not indicate degree completion. Upon degree completion, the Registrar’s Office will post the degree on the academic transcript and graduates will receive an official RMU diploma.

Significance of the Hood

The hooding portion of the Commencement Ceremony dates back to the 12th and 13th centuries and signifies special recognition of master’s and doctoral degree candidates. Faculty members place the hood over the heads of the graduates, recognizing their success in completing the program and symbolically welcoming them as fellow scholars. The hood identifies the owner’s academic institution, degree, and field of study through the length and the colors of the lining and binding. Each graduate’s field of study is designated by its corresponding color as listed below.

Light Blue Apricot

• Doctor of Nursing Practice

• Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner

• Doctor of Philosophy

Dark Blue

• Doctor of Philosophy in Health Science

Golden Yellow

• Doctor of Science

• Master of Science in Health Science

Kelly Green

• Doctor of Medical Science

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies

• Master of Science in Counseling

• Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Maize

• Master of Science in Athletic Training Practice

Peacock/Teal

• Doctor of Physical Therapy

Silver

• Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology

• Master of Science in Medical Speech-Language Pathology

Slate Blue

• Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Other Regalia

Apricot Stole

• Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate

• Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate

• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate

Light Blue Stole

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling Certificates

• School Counseling Certificate

Military Veterans

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions would like to recognize our graduates who are veterans. As members of the military, these students have demonstrated their commitment to the RMU core values of collaboration, authenticity, trustworthiness, inclusiveness, and service, especially that of selfless service. In addition to what these graduates will do as health professionals, they have already given service to our nation, our state, and our community. Military veterans received a commemorative red, white, and blue cord to be worn at this commencement ceremony, signifying the University’s gratitude for their service and sacrifice.

Mark Campbell PhD, CWP, NBC-HWC Commencement Address

Dr. Mark A. Campbell is an alumnus of Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. He works with individuals and organizations to enhance performance in all areas of life. He encourages anyone he meets to push their performances to maximum personal and team potential, whether in the office, on stage, on a playing field, or in daily life.

Dr. Campbell served the military in a myriad of ways,

working as a lead for the US Army’s performance psychology and resilience program, a wellness/performance consultant to the US Army, the Director of Mental Training for the Army Adaptive Recondition Program, and a lead planner for events such as the Warrior Games and Prince Harry’s Invictus Games. Mark also worked with military and government leads from 14 Allied nations to develop performance and wellness-based programs for their wounded warrior populations.

Dr. Campbell spent five years as the Director of Mental Conditioning for the 2019 World Series Champion Washington Nationals Baseball Club. He focused on holistically enhancing mental and emotional performances on and off the field while serving as a Professional Baseball Performance Psychology Group (PBPPG) member.

His educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in English & Communications from Florida State University, a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science/Sports Medicine from the University of West Florida, a Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Psychology from the University of Tennessee, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences in Health Promotion and Wellness from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. He is a Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP) and Certified Workplace Wellness Specialist (CWWS) through the National Wellness Institute.

Dr. Campbell is also the Founder/President of Nature of Wellness, a company focused on helping individuals and organizations embrace the natural world as a primary source of health and well-being, and hosts the Nature of Wellness podcast. Additionally, Mark is a Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and an Adjunct Professor for Health and Wellness courses at Rocky Mountain University.

Ellen Hudgins

OTD, OTR/L Adjunct Faculty Teaching Award Recipient

Dr. Ellen Hudgins joined RMU in 2014 and instructs courses for the post-professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (pOTD) program in leadership, practice management & administration, healthcare advocacy, and health and wellness. She is the Concentration Track Director for the Leadership and Advanced Practice tracks.

In addition to teaching, Hudgins is president and owner of three Central Virginia clinics that provide occupational,

physical, and speech therapy services. Dr. Hudgins has more than 30 years of experience as an occupational therapist and is an alumna of RMU’s pOTD program in 2014.

One of her nominations stated, “Dr. Hudgins is student-centered, consistently responsive to students, and validates student ideas, thus creating space for varying perspectives while maintaining rigorous standards for learning that help students grow and remain open to new or different viewpoints.”

Hudgins has shown an admirable ability to balance student needs objectively with educational and professional standards.

Kimberlee Shibinski

EdD Adjunct Faculty Teaching Award Recipient

Dr. Kimberlee Shibinski has been with RMU since 2013 and instructs courses for the Healthcare Professions Education (HPE) Certificate, Master of Science in Health Science (MSHS), and Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences (PhD) programs. She has more than 30 years of experience as a college-level educator, focusing on learning theories, classroom management, and effective coaching/teaching strategies.

A student nominator stated, “Dr. Shibinski’s love for students extends beyond the virtual classroom. I witnessed this when she attended my dissertation defense in person and honored my family and me with her presence at our dinner celebration. Dr. Shibinski made an intentional effort to connect with all of my children and my husband. My children still talk about that night and how much fun they had with ‘Dr. Kim.’ This connection and intentionality make Dr. Shibinski an excellent teacher and mentor. She truly goes above and beyond the role of adjunct teacher.”

Kelsey Campbell Hopkinson PT, DPT

Rising Star Teaching Award Recipient

Dr. Kelsey Hopkinson has been with RMU since 2020 and is an assistant professor in the entry-level Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, where she instructs in courses relating to cardiovascular and pulmonary PT, ethics and physical therapy practice, and professionalism in patient management.

Dr. Hopkinson graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Movement Science and is

an alumna of RMU, where she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2017.

Dr. Hopkinson has contributed to the growth and development of the Physical Therapy Department through her work on the Inter-Professional Education (IPE) committee and in the Parkinson’s Wellness Program. She is board certified in Geriatrics and completed the HPE Teaching Certificate to advance her knowledge about current and best practices in higher education. She consistently demonstrates her desire to continue growing and learning as an educator.

A faculty nominator stated, “Dr. Hopkinson offers students the opportunity to spend the day with her as a clinician in a skilled nursing facility and an acute care hospital. This wonderful opportunity allows students to see the setting and receive mentorship on all aspects of being a PT, from chart review to patient management to documentation. This experience helps students feel more comfortable before they leave for their clinical rotations.”

college of health sciences

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences

Athletic Training

Nicholas David Wright

(Yuba City, CA)

The Experiences and Preparedness of Collegiate Professors in Providing Academic Accommodations With Students Who Have Suffered a Concussion

Health Promotion & Wellness

Denise Alicia Daisy

(Dunwoody, GA)

Competencies Required for Physical Therapy

Telerehabilitation: A Delphi Study

Alisa Robin Ward

(San Diego, CA)

The Conceptualization and Measurement of Wellness: The Perceived Wellness Survey-2

Doctor

Human & Sport Performance

Coleby Stewart Clawson

(Elk Ridge, UT)

Development of a Valid and Reliable Tool to Evaluate Athletic Performance Training among Practicing Physical Therapists in the United States

Rachel Jordan

(Mililani, HI)

Examination of the Relationship Between Challenge and Threat States Versus Tactical Performance in Law Enforcement Officers

Jerry-Thomas Monaco

(Highlands, NJ)

The Effects of a Land-Based Home Exercise Program on Surfing Performance in Recreational Surfers

of Science in Health Science

Health Promotion & Wellness

Victor William Kizer IV 

(Barnhart, MO)

An Analysis of Key Performance Metrics in Collegiate Ice Hockey Players

Master

of Science in Athletic Training Practice

Jared Murray Olsen Anabel Ruiz

(Rigby, ID)

(Chicago, IL)

Master of Science in Health Science

Functional Nutrition

Janie Jo McAmis

(Belle Fourche, SD)

 Veteran # Class Leadership

Master

 Veteran # Class Leadership

of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Master of Science in School Counseling

Alyssa Castro

Candace Speciale Garcia

Tyler Farnsworth

Brittney Lundgren

Cassy Mae Pierce

Daniela Stackhouse

(Saratoga Springs, UT) (Salt Lake City, UT)

(Logan, UT) (Garden City, UT)

(Springville, UT) (La Verkin, UT)

Doctor of Medical Science

Advanced Clinical Practice

Donyina Appauh

Matthew Chernikovich Bryon Tyrell Mathis

(Chino Hills, CA) (Colorado Springs, CO) (Edgefield, SC)

Devri Kae Burnell

Diana Ann Cullati

Hayden Taylor Middleton

(Idaho Falls, ID) (Santa Maria, CA) (Rochester, MN)

Melinda Kathleen Carson

Richelle M. Gaiter 

Thomas James Scruton

(Palm City, FL) (Syracuse, UT) (Provo, UT)

Healthcare Leadership & Administration

Alicia Marie Andaloro Eugenia Franco Meyer

Urvi Patel

(Colorado Springs, CO) (San Rafael, CA) (Fulton, MD)

Healthcare Professions Education

Courtney Gayle Abernathy

Jessica Cummings

Fadi Tharwat Essak

Viet Le (Bixby, OK) (Detroit, MI) (Laguna Niguel, CA)

(Riverton, UT)

Psychiatry

Nomigly Comeau

Yeon Kim

Donald E. Mason 

Kristopher Lee Richardson (Sumter, SC) (Gilbert, AZ)

(San Antonio, TX)

Steven Mulik

(Prospect Park, PA) (Houston, TX)

 Veteran # Class Leadership

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Zach Adams # (Humboldt, AZ)

Kate Allin (Salt Lake City, UT)

Madison Mandula Bazemore (Atlanta, GA)

Jason Andrew Bendell # (Centennial, CO)

James Ritch Benson  (Mapleton, UT)

Breanna Black # (Salem, UT)

Chelet Bleyl (Pleasant Grove, UT)

Victoria Boggs (Cleveland, OH)

Kelby Borchgrevink # (Gillette, WY)

Terrell Wingfield Bowers Jr. (Seabrook Island, SC)

Terilyn Brasher (Ogden, UT)

Kealani Creech (Tucson, AZ)

Jordan David Dresen (Lehi, UT)

Aubrie Dumitru (Lehi, UT)

Jace Egbert (Logan, UT)

Edwin E. Fairfield III (Colorado Springs, CO)

Kathleen Dao Garlick (Denver, CO)

Joseph Haywood

(Bluffdale, UT)

Katherine Hoffman #

Likio Pope (Denver, CO)

(Magna, UT)

McKell Prince (Sandy, UT)

Jacob Ramsey (Salt Lake City, UT) (Rigby, ID)

Kenneth Holt

Ashley Ann Richardson (Norwalk, CA) (Sammamish, WA)

Ryan Joseph Aragones Honculada

Tyler Charles Roberts (Eagle Mountain, UT) (Provo, UT)

Melissa Hoyt

Elise Machen Romney (Lindon, UT) (Mapleton, UT)

Melissa Hutchison

Matthew Albert Schafer (Phoenix, AZ) (Monrovia, CA)

Ashley Lauren Jones

Natalie Stapp (Salem, OR) (Alpine, UT)

Jonathan Kiser

Megan Sterling (San Diego, CA) (Kaysville, UT)

Kelley Michelle Krage

Jacob Randall Stout (San Jose, CA) (Alpine, UT)

Jessica Lee #

Heather Swann (Seattle, WA) (Mertztown, PA)

Jill Leszynski #

Shaun K. Syphus # (Provo, UT) (St. George, UT)

Rachel H. Lund #

Rachel Kathleen Thomas (Park Falls, WI) (York, PA)

Hannah Rae Mader #

Jessie Merrill Westergard (Greeneville, TN) (Norwell, MA)

Morgan McKee #

Jamie Lynn Widman (Coral Springs, FL) (Boise, ID)

Jessica Mercado

Lina Montopoli # (Missoula, MT)

Elizabeth Mullin (Stomptown, USA)

Doctor of Nursing Practice

(Lehi, UT)

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner

Lucy Duong

Jill C. Henry

Carla B. Mills (Colorado Springs, CO) (Logan, UT)

(Idaho Falls, ID)

Tamara Hansen

(St. George, UT)

(St. George, UT)

Melissa Livingston

Jordan Sollars

Madé Rose Alder

(Herriman, UT)

Melissa Phillips Fehrenbacker (Ogden, UT)

Ally Burton

Michella Byl (Orem, UT)

Darcie Lyn Chamberlain (Blanding, UT)

(Fountain Valley, CA) (Vernal, UT)

(Millcreek, UT)

Kathleen Riordan

Shelby Cooper

(Pleasant Grove, UT)

(Saratoga Springs, UT) (Gustine, TX)

Nikki Hughes

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner

Angela Stevenson (Elk Ridge, UT)

Blake Porter Lawrence

Sarah Shetler

Andrea Gayle Simons

Ashley L. Storer (Logan, UT)

Heather Michelle Wyman (Filer, ID) (Duvall, WA)

Kelly Marie Moore

Adria Young (Riverside, CA) (Lehi, UT)

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner and Emergency Nurse Practitioner

Kate Noelle Robinson

(Herriman, UT)

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Lori Kay Jardine

(St. George, UT)

Edna Aguila De La Cruz

(Pueblo West, CO) (Baltimore, MD) (Salt Lake City, UT)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate

Augusta Akpabio

Glory Ahone Toke Dioh-Esona (Conyers, GA)

Daphnee Emmanuela Germain

Jaime Lynn Key

(Spokane, WA) (Boulder, CO)

Mary Ryan Scott (Chandler, AZ)

Molly Jubeck

Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate

 Veteran # Class Leadership

college of rehabilitation sciences

Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology

Annice Carmel Coughlan (Chicago, IL)

Jennifer Defluiter (Lee’s Summit, MO)

Darrell James Dern (Scottsdale, AZ)

Janita Ross Gilliam (Dallas, TX)

Jessica L. Haymon (Sneads Ferry, NC)

Kathryn Horvath (Glen Carbon, IL)

Ashley Lynne Jenkins

(Martinsburg, WV)

Austyn Kaila Mims

Kelly Tatiana Trejos Ibata (Atlanta, GA) (Bronx, NY)

Marva Michelle Payton

Kimberly Vestal (Gresham, OR)

Natasha Nicole Waldron (Ocean Springs, MS) (Nashotah, WI)

Sharlene Ruffin Pryer

Stephanie Walker (Baytown, TX) (Brewster, NY)

Jayeeta Purkayastha

Sharon Williams (Centreville, VA) (Brooklyn, NY)

Ashley Michele Reed

Nicole Wiltshire-Scala (San Diego, CA) (Bozeman, MT)

Veedra Elaine Francis Smith

Razi Michael Zarchy (Saginaw, MI) (Sacramento, CA)

Jessica Torres (Glendale, NY)

Master of Science in Medical Speech-Language Pathology

Norma Ayala # (Los Angeles, CA)

Yazmin Campos (Paso Robles, CA)

Katherine Carr (Heber City, UT)

Erin Christensen # (Tremonton, UT)

Tiare Coker (Hong Kong, China)

Jamie Ann Darling # (Newport Beach, CA)

Stefani Ayanna Duran (Las Cruces, NM)

Raegan Gibson (Morgantown, WV)

Tiffani Amber Greenfield (Los Angeles, CA)

Shelby Haag # (Iron Mountain, MI)

Courtney Cushing Hale # (Idaho Falls, ID)

Stephanie Margaret Incandela (Wellington, FL)

Alexa Ireland (Grand Rapids, MI)

Teri Kawasaki (Mililani, HI)

Emalee LeCates (Las Vegas, NV)

Lauren Lenker (Provo, UT)

Kassandra Brooke Martin (Blue Hill, ME)

Alissa Kathryn McDaniel #

(Evanston, WY)

Rebecca Moyer (Cambridge Springs, PA)

 Veteran # Class Leadership

Master of Science in Medical Speech-Language Pathology (cont.)

Maria Samy Owida (Riverside, CA)

Melissa Powell (Worcester, MA)

Amorah Pratt (Layton, UT)

Michelle Reyes (Riverside, CA)

Sydni Hart Richards (Tucson, AZ)

Allison Janell Romero (San Gabriel, CA)

Dylaina Swan # (San Antonio, TX)

Aging

Jenn Pidkowicz

(Beaverton, OR)

Lindsey Trott

(Craig, CO)

Education

Andrew Christian Bussman

(Tulsa, OK)

Vanessa Marie Meyer 

(Lorton, VA)

Celine Skibicki (Pine Mountain Club, CA)

Amanda Smith (Colton, CA)

Macy Smith # (Portland, OR)

Erin Sullivan #

(Denver, CO)

Eunice Katherine Valverde (Long Beach, CA)

Mikala N. Womack (Las Cruces, NM)

Kimberly My Duyen Tran # (La Grange, IL)

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Hand Therapy

Pediatrics

Deshaun Bria Davis

(Pine Hill, NM)

Health & Wellness

(Clarksburg, MD)

Jaime Catherine Fletcher

(Alpine, UT)

Amanda Christine Oliver

Ramona Francine Yazzie Taylor Virginia Lee Hoyt Deirdre Hughes

(Salt Lake City, UT) (Miramar, FL)

(Las Vegas, NV)

Leadership

Jessica R. Petty

(Labadie, MO)

Serena Marie Soria

(South San Francisco, CA)

 Veteran # Class Leadership

colleges and program leadership College of Health Sciences

Department of Health Sciences

Interim College Dean

Paul Stoneman

DPT, PhD

Assistant Dean

Jennifer Austin

PhD, LAT, ATC, GTS

Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences (PhD)

Program Director

Jennifer Austin

PhD, LAT, ATC, GTS

Program Assistant

Jane Ewoniuk

DSc, MOT, OTR/L CHWC

Associate Director of the Office of Research, PhD Senior Faculty

Thomas Cappaert

PhD, ATC, CSCS

Concentration Track Directors (CTDs)

Athletic Training

Malissa Martin

EdD, ATC

Health Promotion & Wellness

Mary P. Shotwell

PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Department of Nursing

Interim Department Chair

Janet Noles

Phd, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Director

Janet Noles

Phd, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

Healthcare Leadership & Administration

Jennifer Austin

PhD, LAT, ATC, GTS

Healthcare Professions Education

Jennifer Austin

PhD, LAT, ATC, GTS

Human & Sport Performance

Master of Science in Health Science (MSHS)

Program Director

Kim Isaac

PhD, AT, LAT

Concentration Track Directors (CTDs)

Functional Nutrition

Denise Pickett-Bernard

PhD, EdD, ATC, CSCS

Integrated Health Sciences (co-CTDs)

Mike Miller Mary P. Shotwell

PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Michelle Webb

EdD, OTD, OTR/L

Neurologic Rehabilitation

Kristen Johnson

PT, EdD, MS, NCS

Orthopedic Sports Science

Thomas Cappaert

PhD, ATC, CSCS

Pediatric Science

Jane K. Sweeney

PT, MS, PhD, PCS, FAPTA

Master of Science in Athletic Training Practice (MSATP)

Program Director

Michele Monaco

DSc, ATC

Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner Track (DNP/FNP)

Program Director

Janet Noles

Phd, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

PhD, RDN, LDN, IFMCP, IFNCP

Health & Wellness Promotion

Mary P. Shotwell

PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Healthcare Administration

Kim Isaac

PhD, AT, LAT

Healthcare Professions Education

Kim Isaac

PhD, AT, LAT

Rehabilitative Science

Kim Isaac

PhD, AT, LAT

Sports Performance

Kim Isaac

PhD, AT, LAT

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP)

Program Director

Janet Noles

Phd, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner and Emergency Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP/ENP)

FNP Program Director

Janet Noles

PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

ENP Program Director

Kristina Davis

ENP-C, FNP-C, AGACNP-BC

Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP/PMHNP)

FNP Program Director

Janet Noles

PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

PMHNP Program Director

Allyce Jones

DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NCMP, PMH-C

Master of Science in Nursing, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (MSN-PMHNP)

PMHNP Program Director

Allyce Jones

DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NCMP, PMH-C

Post-Graduate Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate (ENPC)

ENP Program Director

Kristina Davis

ENP-C, FNP-C, AGACNP-BC

Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate (FNPC)

FNP Program Director

Janet Noles

PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate / Emergency Nurse Practitioner Certificate (FNPC/ENPC)

FNP Program Director

Janet Noles

PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

ENP Program Director

Kristina Davis

ENP-C, FNP-C, AGACNP-BC

Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate / Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (FNPC/ PMHNPC)

FNP Program Director

Janet Noles

PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, FAANP

PMHNP Program Director

Allyce Jones

DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NCMP, PMH-C

Post-Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (PMHNPC)

PMHNP Program Director

Allyce Jones

DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NCMP, PMH-C

Department of Physician Assistant Studies

Department Chair

Tyler Sommer

MPAS, PA-C

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)

Program Director

Bartley Rust

Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)

Program Director

DHSc, PA-C MPAS, PA-C

Tyler Sommer

Department of Professional Counseling

Verl T. Pope

EdD, LPC, CMHC, NCC, CCMHC, ASC

Department Chair Program Director (for all listed programs)

Verl T. Pope

EdD, LPC, CMHC, NCC, CCMHC, ASC

Master of Science in Addictions Counseling (MSCo-AC)

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCo-MHC)

Master of Science in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (MSCo-CRC)

Master of Science in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling (MSCo-MCFC)

Master of Science in School Counseling (MSCo-SC)

Certificate in Addictions Counseling (CERT-AC)

Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CERT-MHC)

Certificate in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (CERT-CRC)

Certificate in Marriage, Couples, and Family Counseling (CERT-MCFC)

Certificate in School Counseling (CERT-SC)

College of Optometry

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

College Dean

Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

Adam Hickenbotham Donnie C. Akers OD, MPH, PhD OD

College of Rehabilitation Sciences

College Dean

Jeff Lau

PT, DPT, PhD, CMPT

Department of Occupational Therapy

Department Chair

Bryan Gee

PhD, OTR/L, BCP

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Program Director

Bryan Gee

PhD, OTR/L, BCP

Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (pOTD)

Program Director

Matt P. Malcolm

PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Doctoral Capstone Coordinator

Robert Krueger

PhD, OTD, OTR/L

Concentration Track Directors (CTDs)

Advanced Practice

Matt P. Malcolm

PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Aging

Matt P. Malcolm

PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Assistive Technology

Lynn Gitlow

PhD, OTR/L, ATP, FAOTA

Department of Speech-Language Pathology

Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD)

Program Director

Sandra Shigetomi-Toyama

Capstone Coordinator

Sandra Combs

PhD, CCC-SLP

Assistant Capstone Coordinator

Education

Raegan Furman

MOTR/L

Hand Therapy

Kimberly Masker

OTD, OTR/L, CHT

Leadership

Ellen Hudgins

OTD, OTR/L, ITOT

Pediatrics

Latoya Henry

OTD, OTR/L

Master of Science in Medical Speech-Language Pathology (MS MedSLP)

ClinScD, CCC-SLP

Courtney V. Moore

ClinScD, CCC-SLP

Kelly Robinson

ClinScD, CCC-SLP

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Program Director and Department Chair

Steven G. Wilkinson

PT, PhD

Linda J. Spencer

Program Director Assistant Program Director

PhD, CCC-SLP

Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy – Pediatric Science (tDPT-Peds)

Program Director

Jane K. Sweeney

PT, MS, PhD, PCS, FAPTA

additional guests & faculty

Jon Baird

DMSc, PA-C, ATC

PA Principal Faculty

Wendy Chase

MA, CCC-SLP, CHSE

MS MedSLP Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Education

Amber Collins

MEd

MPAS Instructor and PA Director of Clinical Education

Priscilla Danielson

PhD, CCCSLP, ATACP

MS MedSLP Assistant Professor

Bradley Doll

MPAS, PA-C

MPAS Principal Faculty

Elsha Drummond

DNP, APRN, FNP-C

DNP/FNP Assistant Professor

Kristin Erskine

EdD, LCMHC, NCC, MAC, SAP

Counseling Assistant Professor

Mace Hamblin

DHSc, MPA, NBC-HWC

DMSc Associate Professor and Principal Faculty

Ronald Honey

OTD, OTR/L, ATP

OTD Assistant Professor and Academic Fieldwork Coordinator

Kristen Ipson

MS, CCC-SLP

MS MedSLP Assistant Professor

Kristal James

PhD, CMHC, NCC Counseling Assistant Professor

Jennifer Orchard

MPA, JD

PA Instructor

Cecile Pryor

MPH

MPAS Assistant Professor and Principal Faculty

Tye Jensen Jason King

MPAS, PA-C PhD, LCMHC-S, NCC, CMHC, ACS

Ken Roach

MPAS Assistant Professor and Principal Faculty

EdD, LCMHC

Counseling Assistant Professor

Phil Sechtem

PhD, CCC-SLP

DMSc Associate Professor

Kevin Knutson

MEd, CMHC, NCC

Counseling Assistant Professor and Clinical Director

Sheena Lee

DMSc, PA-C, CAQ-Psych

DMSc Assistant Professor

Nicole Mason

DMSc, PA-C

DMSc Assistant Professor

Tim McCreary

DMSc, MMS, PA-C, CAQ-PSY

DMSc Psychiatry Track Director

Bryan Nelson

MMS, PA-C

MPAS Assistant Professor and Principle Faculty

MS MedSLP Associate Professor

Lauren Stanford

DMSc, PA-C

MPAS Assistant Professor and Director of Didactic Education

ElBea Stonier

MS, CCC-SLP

MS MedSLP Assistant Clinical Professor

Michelle Vess

PT, DPT, ATC

DPT Assistant Professor

Brigitta Walker

SLPD, CCC-SLP

SLPD Assistant Professor

Dr. Michael Skurja, Jr.

Chair

Dr. Rogan L. Taylor

Vice Chair

Mr. Paul V. Burgon

Treasurer

Dr. Susan Lucht

Secretary

board of trustees

Dr. Jessica Egbert

Dr. Leah Fullman

Dr. Sunnie Giles

Dr. Mary Jane Harris

Mr. Mike Held

Dr. D. Brent Israelsen

Dr. Greg Myer

Dr. Richard P. Nielsen

Dr. Mimi Secor

Dr. Paula Sammarone Turocy

Mr. David Williams

Dr. Cameron K. Martin

Ex-officio

university administration & officers

Dr. Cameron K. Martin

University President & Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Malissa Martin

Interim Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost

Mr. Jeffrey B. Bate

Executive Vice President of Finance

Mr. Stephen L. Whyte

Executive Vice President of Communications, Marketing, & Enrollment

Ms. Daisy Rosado-Cantrell

Chief of Staff

Mr. Richard Peterson

Vice President of Academic Administration

Dr. Serge Herzog

Vice President of Institutional Effectiveness

Dr. Paul Stoneman

Interim Dean, College of Health Sciences

Ms. Lori Sisk

Chief Student Affairs Officer

Mr. Nick Starr

Chief Human Resources & Strategy Officer

Ms. Maria Sager

Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid

Ms. Tanya Snelson

Sr. Executive Assistant, Office of the President Dean, College of Rehabilitation Sciences

Dr. Jeff Lau

Dr. Adam Hickenbotham

Dean, College of Optometry

welcome to the alumni association

On behalf of the Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions Alumni Association, we congratulate you on graduating from RMU and officially welcome you as a new member of the Alumni Association. As you now embark on the next phase of your life, know that you are part of an incredible network of almost 4,000 healthcare professionals who are alumni of Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions.

As a graduate, you have access to the following:

• 15% tuition discount on a future certificate or program

• 15% tuition discount on RMU PEAKS continuing education offerings

• Library resources and research databases

• ORSP guidebook for getting published

• Access to alumni reunions and university events

We encourage you to get involved, be informed, and stay connected as alumni. To learn more, visit rm.edu/alumni.

Congratulations, graduates! rm.edu/alumni