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An enthusiastic and knowledgeable History professor who pushes students to think like historians. Bryn Upton, Ph.D. Professor of History

"I want students to learn to think like a historian and to want to learn more about the past."

Photo of professor Linda Semu in a classroom.

A comparative international sociologist who is curious about the world. Linda L. Semu, Ph.D. Professor of Sociology

"I hope that students become curious about the world and their place in it."

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An Emmy award-winning filmmaker who believes in doing the unexpected if it makes you a better teacher. Jonathan Slade '88, M.F.A Professor of Communication & Cinema

"I get to select the best alumni and students to join me on shoots and in the edit suite as production assistants."

Amy McNichols

A professor who dives deep into the cultures, communities, and people involved in language studies. Amy McNichols, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Spanish and Global Bridge Program & International Student Advisor

"I was struck by how real everyone was, from staff to faculty to students, and that never seems to change."

Photo of professor Jennifer McKenzie in a lab coat holding a breathing tube in the lab.

A certified strength and conditioning specialist who is an encouraging advocate for Kinesiology students. Jennifer McKenzie '01, Ph.D. Professor of Kinesiology

"I hope students leave Kinesiology courses knowing how much we truly care about them as people."

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A biologist who studies animal anatomy and physiology to better understand how structure affects function. Katie Staab, Ph.D. Associate Professor of Biology

"Some of my favorite moments have been in the anatomy lab, dissecting and revealing structures with students."