State Administrative Staff:
Oregon State Board of Education
Kimberly Howard, Chair
Guadalupe Martinez Zapata, Vice Chair
Jerome Colonna
George Russell
Jennifer Scurlock
Bridgett Wheeler
Anthony Veliz
Department of Community Colleges and Workforce Development
Donna Lewelling, Interim Director
LBCC Administrative Staff:
Board of Education
Kristin Adams, Zone 1
Tony Lapiz, Zone 6-7
Jeannie Davis, Zone 4
Amas Aduviri, Zone 5
Jim Merryman, Zone 2-3
Joan Reukauf, Zone 6-7
Dick Running, Zone 2-3
Administration
Lisa Avery, President
Ann Buchele, Vice President, Academic Affairs and Workforce Development
Sheldon Flom, Vice President, Finance and Operations
Faculty and Management
Adkisson, Hailey
Faculty, Communication. BS, James Madison University; MA, North Dakota State University.
Agnew, Virgil
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, University of Kansas; BEd, University of Kansas; MA, Lamar University.
Alvin, John
Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; Master ASE Certification (Diesel/Heavy Equipment).
Ash, Karen
Director, Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs. BS, Columbia College; MBA, Webster University.
Avery, Dr. Lisa
President. BS, Ball State University; MSW, PhD, University of Illinois at Chicago.
Aynes, Danny
Associate Dean, Academic Foundations. BA, Arkansas Tech University; MEd, Oregon State University.
Ballard, Scott
Faculty, NDT/Welding. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, MS, Western Oregon University.
Bean, Mindy
Faculty, Business Management. BS, Towson University; MBA, Chadron State College.
Becker, David
Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, MS, Oregon State University.
Bence, Telena
Faculty, Nursing. BS, University of Texas; MSN, Grand Canyon University.
Berry, Christopher
Faculty, Machine Tool. AAS, Chemeketa Community College; BS University of Wyoming.
Bird, David
Faculty, Cooperative Work Experience. MS, Brigham Young University; PhD, Oregon State University.
Boehmer, Jennifer
Executive Director, Institutional Advancement. BA, Linfield College; MS, University of Portland.
Boro-Boswell, Diana
Faculty, First-Year Experience Program. BA, Gonzaga University; MSW, University of Washington.
Braun, Stacie
Assistant Director, Facilities. BS, Portland State University.
Brown, Michael
Faculty, Welding Technology. Welding Certificate, Linn-Benton Community College.
Buchele, Ann
Vice President, Academic Affairs and Workforce Development. BA, MEd, University of Toledo-Ohio; PhD, Oregon State University.
Burchard, Russ
Faculty, Mathematics. BA, University of Colorado; MAT, Oregon State University.
Burke, Claire
Faculty, Mathematics. BS, University of California,Davis; MA, California State University, Sacramento.
Burroughs, Garwin
Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. Industry Experience.
Camp, Rob
Student Leadership Coordinator. BS, Oregon State University.
Campbell, Mary
Faculty, Mathematics, Benton Center. BS, Willamette University; MS, University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
Carman, Brad
Faculty, Health and Human Performance. BS, Oregon State University; MS, University of Oregon.
Carpentier, Cliff
Director, Safety and Loss Prevention. BS, Globe University; MA, American Military University.
Carroll, Linda
Dean, Healthcare. BS, MEd, University of Idaho.
Carter, Deron
Faculty, Physical Sciences. BA, Whitman College; MS, Central Washington University.
Carter, Rod
Faculty, Criminal Justice. BS, JD, University of Oregon.
Casas, Margarita
Faculty, Spanish. BA, Universidad del Valle de Atemajac; MA, Colorado State University.
Cervantes, Javier
Director, Department of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, AA, East Los Angeles College; BA, University of Oregon; MA, Portland State University.
Chronicle, Lindsey
Faculty, Dental Assisting. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; CE, Dental Assisting, Chemeketa Community College.
Clayton, Jennifer
Faculty, Diagnostic Imaging. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College
Coe, Jerry
Faculty, Medical Assistant, AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University.
Coe, Leighana
Manager, Support Services. AS, AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Coffeen, Warren
Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, University of California, Riverside; PhD, Oregon State University.
Collins, Kristi
Manager, Regional Early Learning Hub. BA, MEd, Cambridge College.
Collins, Nick
Faculty, Welding Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Crabill, Jeff
Faculty, Mathematics. BS, MS, Northern Arizona University.
Culbertson, Deana
Manager, Human Resources. Industry Experience.
Dammon, Kim
Manager, Financial Aid Systems. AA, Linn-Benton Community College.
Dance, Darci
Faculty, Psychology. BA, MS, Idaho State University.
Davis, Jeff
Regional Director, Benton County. BS, MEd, Oregon State University.
Dickson-Self, Kenneth
Faculty, Mechatronics. AA, Pikes Peak Community College; BS, MBA, Oregon State University.
Dowless, Dean
Faculty, Welding Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; Journeyman Welder; AWS Certifications.
Dubanoski, Matt
Faculty, Automotive Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Duncan, Hollis
Faculty, Mathematics. BS, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga; MS, Western Carolina University.
Dusek, Margi
Manager, Budget, Payroll and Student Accounts. BS, University of Wyoming.
Dusseau, Tracy
Faculty, Educational Equity. BA, Arizona State University; MS, Walden University.
Ehlers, R. J.
Faculty, Automotive/Diesel Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Weber State University; Master ASE Certification.
Falk, Cindy
Faculty, Health and Human Performance. BS,Rocky Mountain College; MEd, University of Idaho.
Fang, Shengnan
Faculty, Economics. BS, Zhongshan College; MA, Guandong University; PhD, Kansas State University.
Ferguson, Briget
Faculty, Nursing. BSN, Oregon Health Sciences University.
Fisk, Emily
Faculty, Nursing. ADN, Chemeketa Community College; BSN, Western Governors University.
Flak, Gina
Director, Communications and Marketing. BA, MS, University of Pennsylvania.
Fleming, Will
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, Vermont College. MA, City College of New York; MFA, University of Oregon.
Flesch, Jeff
Director, Extended Learning. BS, Northern Arizona University; MS, Oregon State University.
Flom, Sheldon
Vice President, Finance and Operations. BS, MBA, University of Wyoming.
Francis, Nicole
Faculty, Mathematics. BA, University of Oregon; MA, Arizona State University.
Franklin, Lewis
Faculty, Visual Arts. AAS, AA, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Art Institute of Pittsburgh.
Frazier, Jayme
Faculty, Health and Human Performance/Women's Volleyball Coach. BS, Eastern Oregon University; MS, Western Oregon University/ Oregon State University.
Gates, Lena
Faculty, Apprenticeship Program. BS, Portland State University; MS, Walden University.
Gerger, Stacey
Faculty, Dental Assisting, BS, Corbin University.
Green, Joshua
Faculty, Culinary Arts. AS, Western Culinary Institute.
Hammond, Leslie
Dean, Academic Foundations. BA, Albertson College; MFA, Indiana University.
Hansen-Prince, Carley
Faculty, Diagnostic Imaging. BS, Oregon State University; MEd, Western Washington University
Hanson, Joshua
Faculty, Mechatronics. Industry Experience; Limited Maintenance Electrician License.
Harbert, Shannon
Faculty, Mathematics. BS, Portland State University; MS, Oregon State University.
Harrison, Robert
Faculty, Social Sciences. AA, Tyler Junior College; BA, Moorhead State University; MA, University of Texas at Tyler; PhD, Ohio State University.
Havet, Isabelle
Faculty, Visual Arts. BA, Brandeis University; MA, PhD, University of Delaware.
Hawkins, Richenda
Faculty, Instructional Services and Reference Librarian. BA, University of California, Davis; MLIS, San Jose State University.
Hibbard, Paul
Faculty, Economics. BA, Whitman College; MS, University of Oregon.
Hobson, Linda
Faculty, GED/Adult Basic Skills. BSEd, MATESOL, Northern Arizona University.
Hofer, Amy
Coordinator, Statewide Open Education Library Services. BA, Brown University; MLIS, San Jose State University.
Holton, Kristina
Dean, Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. BS, MS, Oregon State University.
Hoogesteger, Lisa
Advisor, Coordinator of Student Well-Being Program, Advising Center. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Springfield College.
Houde, Terri
Corporate Trainer. BS, Idaho State University; MS, Oregon State University.
Jacobs, Jess
Director, Accounting and Budget. BS, Arizona State University; MBA, Grand Canyon University.
Jacobs, Rachel
Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, University of Alaska-Fairbanks; DVM, PhD, Oregon State University.
Jess, Joseph
Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, Western Oregon University; MS, Portland State University.
Jones, Laura
Faculty, Psychology. BS, MA, PhD, University of Oregon.
Jones, Terese
Faculty, JOBS Program. BA, University of Oregon; MA, MDIV, Seattle School of Theology and Psychology; MS, Oregon State University.
Keady, Brian
Faculty, Spanish. BA, MA, University of Oregon.
Kelly, Melanie
Faculty, Nursing. BSN, Gonzaga University.
Kidd, David
Faculty, Engineering Transfer and Water and Environmental Technology. BS, Northern Arizona University; BEd, University of Alaska; MS, University of Alaska.
Klampe, Angelina
Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. BS, MS, Oregon State University.
LaJoie, Lawrence
Director, Enterprise Services. BS, State University of New York at Oneonta.
Langley, Terrell
Director, Facilities. BS, MS, Roberts Wesleyan College.
LaRoux, Charlene
Faculty, Biological Sciences. AAO, Lane Community College; BS, Portland State; MS, PhD, University of Oregon.
Lassen, Bonnie
Associate Dean/Nurse Administrator, Healthcare. BSN, University of Portland; MSN, University of Phoenix.
LeBlanc, Michael
Faculty, Automotive Technology. Industry Experience. ASE Master Certification.
Leriche, Laurie
Human Resources Generalist. AS, Kennebec Community College.
Long, Ken
Manager, Media Services. AA, Mt. Hood Community College.
Lopez, Michael
Faculty, Mathematics. AS, Central Oregon Community College; BS, MS, Oregon State University.
Lorang, Emily
Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BA, Northern Arizona University.
Mack, Dave
Faculty, Mechatronics. AAS, AS, Linn- Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University; Electronics Technician Certification.
Madriaga, Charles
Counselor\Advisor. AA, Hartnell Community College; BA, MA, California State University, Stanislaus.
Madriaga, Tiffany
Counselor\Advisor. AA Chemeketa Community College, BA Western Oregon University, MS Oregon State University.
Magratten, Anne
Faculty, Visual Arts. AA, Mendocino College; BA, Mills College, MFA, University of Oregon.
Mahoney, Kevin
Manager, Accounting and Payables. BS, Temple University.
Majeski, Mark
Director, Athletics. BA, Menlo College; MA San Jose State University.
Mallory, Virginia
Director, High School Partnerships. AA, Blue Ridge Community College; BA, University of North Carolina-Asheville; M.Ed, Western Carolina University.
Manhat, Beth
Faculty, Chemistry. BS, Rider University. PhD, Portland State University.
Manning, Gretchen
Faculty, Culinary Arts. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Manuel, Christopher
Faculty, Nursing. AAS, Yavapai; MSN, University of Arizona.
Maurer, Vikki
Faculty, Mathematics. BS, Southern Oregon University; MS, Oregon State University.
McAleer, Scott
Faculty, History. BA, Warren Wilson College; MA, Georgia Southern University.
McGhee, Ramycia
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, University of Wisconsin; MS, Roosevelt University, PhD, Capella University.
Mcintosh, Daniel
Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. Industry Experience.
McKitterick, Renee
Faculty, Ceramics. BFA, Ohio State University; MFA, University of New Mexico-Albuquerque.
Merino, Paula
Faculty, Diagnostic Imaging. AA, Certificate of Radiological Sciences, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University.
Meyer, Nancie
Coordinator, Campus Stores. Industry Experience.
Miller, Lara
Director, Curriculum, and Scheduling. BA, Willamette University; MS, National University.
Millet, Terrance
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, MA, University of Western Ontario, Canada; MFA, Oregon State University.
Milligan, Zachary
Faculty, Non-Destructive Testing and Evaluation. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Miyagishima, Bryan
Faculty, Reference and Instructional Services Librarian. BA, MEd, University of California, Los Angeles; MLIS, University of Washington.
Moling, Marci
Faculty, Physical Sciences. AB, Ripon College; MS, Washington State University.
Moon, Dale
Associate Dean, Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation Technology. BS, MEd, Western Washington University; PhD, Oregon State University.
Morales, Dio
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, Wesleyan University; MEd, Harvard University; MFA, Oregon State University.
Moran, Cameren
Faculty, Welding Technology. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Moraru, Gail
Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, Cornell University; PhD, Mississippi State University.
Moreira, Andrea
Faculty, Mathematics. BS, MS, University Paris 6; PhD, Oregon State University.
Morgan, Caitlin
Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. BA, MS, Oregon State University.
Morris, Teryk
Faculty, Machine Tool. BS, San Jose State University.
Mulatero Fernando, Oriana
Associate Dean, Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. BA, University of South Florida; MA, Oregon State University.
Mulder, Greg
Faculty, Physical Science. BA, Oregon State University; MS, University of Irvine.
Munsee, Craig
Faculty, Engineering Transfer. BS, MS, Oregon State University.
Murphey, Kristina
Faculty, Health and Human Performance. BS, MS, Texas A & M University.
Ocampo, Raymund
Faculty, Music. BMu, Concordia College; MMu, University of South Florida.
Painter, Mashelle
Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant. BS, Eastern Oregon University; MEd, University of Texas.
Paris, Joseph
Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, MS, Western Oregon University.
Pattawong, Ommidala
Faculty, Chemistry. BS, Chang Mai University; PhD, Oregon State University.
Payton, Barry
Faculty, Construction & Forestry Equipment Technology/Heavy Equipment/Diesel Technology. ASE Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling certification; AWS certification; AAS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Peacock, Heather
Faculty, Nursing. ADN, Linn-Benton Community College; BA, Tufts University; BSN, Grand Canyon University; MSN, Western Governors University.
Pearce, Liz
Faculty, Education/Child and Family Studies. BA, Tufts University; EdM, Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Powell, Ryan
Faculty, Machine Tool. AS, Linn-Benton Community College.
Priestman, Ian
Faculty, Business Management. BA, MBA, University of Lincolnshire and Humberside; Post Graduate Certificate Education, University of Leeds.
Priewe, Rob
Faculty, Journalism. BA, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee; MBA, Willamette University.
Quiner, Michael
Chief Information Officer. AA, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Linfield College.
Randolph, Mike
Faculty, Distance Education Coordinator. BA, University of the Pacific; MA, University of California, Davis.
Randolph-Flagg, Jeremy
Faculty, Physical Sciences. BA, Carleton College; MS, Iowa State University.
Raymundo, Carol
Manager, Center for Accessibility Resources and Student Assessment. BA, Corban University; MS, Walden University.
Reed, Brian
Faculty, Engineering Transfer. BS, PhD, Oregon State University.
Riseley, Christopher
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, MA, Sonoma State University.
Rizk, Ziko
Faculty, Computer Systems. PMP/PMI Certification; BS San Diego State University.
Roberts, Franklin
Associate Dean, Science, Engineering, and Mathematics. BS, MBA, University of Phoenix; PhD, Argosy University.
Rogers, Sheri
Faculty, Mathematics. BM, BS, Methodist University; MAT, Fayetteville State University.
Roland, Meg
Dean, Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities. BA, MA, Portland State University; PhD, University of Washington.
Rolen, Scott
Director, Human Resources Development and Support. BS, California State University-Sacramento; MPA, University of San Francisco.
Rose, Marc
Faculty, Welding Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; State of Oregon Class 5 Steamfitters License; Journeyman Pipefitter.
Ruderman, Chris
Faculty, Business Management. Advanced Accounting Certificate, College of DuPage; BA, Western Illinois University; MA, University of Oregon.
Sandberg, Jane
Faculty, Electronics Resources Librarian. BM, Oberlin Conservatory of Music; MS, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Scherr, Melissa
Faculty, Biological Sciences.BS, PhD, Oregon State University.
Schiedler, Bryan
Faculty, Automotive Technology. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BA, Northern Montana College; Master ASE Certification.
Schilling, Steve
Dean, Advanced Manufacturing and Transportation Technology. AAS, Bakersfield Jr. College; BA California State University, Los Angeles; MEd, Grand Canyon University.
Schwartz, Marissa
Director, Small Business Development Center. BA, Portland State University; MIB, Newcastle University.
Seaders, Nicole
Faculty, Mathematics. BA, BS, Seattle Pacific University; MA, PhD, Oregon State University.
Shanks, Marcy
Faculty, Nursing. BSN, Oregon Institute of Technology; MSN, Western Oregon University. MSEd, Western Oregon University.
Shear, Jo
Faculty, Occupational Therapy Assistant. BS, Creighton University.
Shinkle, Sandra
Counselor/Advisor. BA, California State University-Fresno; MA, San Francisco State University.
Sikora, Amy
Registrar. BA, Arizona State University; MS, Capella University.
Six, Valerie
Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. BS, University of Idaho; MEd, College of Idaho.
Skarda, Steve
Faculty, Biological Sciences. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Southern Illinois University.
Smith, Justin
Director, Institutional Research. BA, MPA, Stephen F. Austin University; PhD, University of California, Santa Barbara.
Smith, Vern
Manager, Network Systems. AS, Linn-Benton Community College; Certified Novell Engineer.
Stetz-Waters, Karelia
Faculty, English. BA, Smith College; MA, University of Oregon.
Stevens, Christy
Faculty, Advising Center/Counselor. AA, Virginia Western Community College; BA, Roanoke College; MA, Boise State University.
Striker, Tristan
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, University of New Hampshire; MA, City University of New York.
Strooband, Jenny
Faculty, Agricultural Sciences. BA, Lewis and Clark College; MS, Oregon State University.
Tadday, Ralph
Faculty, Physical Sciences. PhD, Ruprecht Karls University Heidelberg
Terrell, Caitlyn
Faculty, Nursing. AAS, Linn-Benton Community College; BS, Oregon State University; MSN, Grand Canyon University.
Thompson, Kristina
Faculty, Nursing. BS, Arizona State University; BS, University of Texas; MS, New York University.
Thompson-Graham, Joyce
Faculty, ELA/ABS. BA, Evangel College; MA, Western Kentucky University.
Tokarczyk, Katie
Faculty, Nursing. BS, University of Portland.
Trask, LeAnne
Coordinator, Pollywog Program. AS, BA, Brigham Young University.
Urista, Mark
Faculty, Communication. AA, El Camino College; BA, University of California–Berkeley; MA, University of the Pacific.
Usner, Matt
Faculty, English/Writing. BA, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania; MA, Westchester University of Pennsylvania.
Vedaa, Mary
Faculty, Accounting and Business Management. BA, University of the Pacific; MEd, Oregon State University.
Virasak, Sisi
Faculty, Computer Systems. BS, Oregon State University; MS, University of Phoenix.
Visconti, Lauren
Faculty, Anthropology. BS, University of Oregon; MA, Oregon State University.
Walsh, Marcia
Faculty, Education/Child and Family Studies. BA, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; MA, Pacific Oaks College.
Weber, Clayton
Faculty, Agricultural Sciences. BS, Oklahoma State University; MS, California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo.
Wells, Caitlyn
Faculty, Nursing. BSN, George Fox University; MSN, University of St. Mary.
Wheat, Diana
Faculty, Biology. BS, MA, University of Kansas.
Whiteside, Sarah
Director, Mid-Valley STEM-CTE Hub. BA, University of Oregon; MAT, Oregon State University.
Wiens, Melanie
Faculty, Medical Assistant. Certificate, Chemeketa Community College.
Willi Hooper, Michaela
Faculty, OER and Textbook Affordability Librarian. BA, Patrick Henry College; MS, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
Williams, Gabe
Manager, Applications and Systems Programming. BS, University of Montana; MBA, Oregon State University.
Williams, Melissa
Manager, Grant Compliance and Special Projects. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Colorado State University.
Winder, Katie
Dean, Instruction. BA, Lewis and Clark College; PhD, Johns Hopkins University.
Winder, Michael
Manager, Events and Production. BA, Loyola; MA, Georgetown University.
Winans, Jessica
Faculty, Center for Learning and Innovation Coordinator. BA, Colgate University; MA, Michigan State University.
Wolfe, Jerri
Faculty, Parenting Education. BS, Oregon State University; MS, Portland State University; PhD, Oregon State University.
Wynings, Andrew
Director, Development & Operations. BS, Eastern Oregon University.
Direct-Dial Phone Numbers
All LBCC campus offices have direct-dial numbers for your convenience. These bypass the college switchboard and save time for you as well as for the college. Please use the direct-dial numbers whenever possible.
Switchboard 541-917-4999
ABE/GED 541-917-4710
Academic Foundations 541-917-4683
Admissions & Records 541-917-4811
Albany Community Education 541-917-4840
Arts, Social Sciences & Humanities 541-917-4237
Benton Center 541-757-8944
Bookstore 541-917-4950
Business, Applied Technology & Industry 541-917-4285
Business and Employer Services 541-917-4923
Business Office (Payments, Loan Disbursements) 541-917-4312
Campus Public Safety 541-917-4440
Career & Counseling Services 541-917-4780
College Advancement & Foundation 541-917-4209
Counseling/Advising/Career Center 541-917-4780
Disability Services 541-917-4690
Family Connections 541-917-4899
Financial Aid & Veteran Affairs 541-917-4850
Healthcare 541-917-4923
Hospitality Services/Conference Services 541-917-4385
Human Resources/Payroll 541-917-4420
JOBS Program 541-917-4875
Learning Center 541-917-4684
Lebanon Center 541-259-5801
Library 541-917-4638
Nursing 541-917-4511
Parenting Ed 541-917-4897
President’s Office 541-917-4200
Registration 541-917-4812
Russell Tripp Performance Center Box Office 541-917-4531
Science, Engineering & Math 541-917-4413
Student Assessment (Testing) 541-917-4781
Student Life & Leadership 541-917-4457
Sweet Home Center 541-367-6901
Testing (Student Assessment) 541-917-4781
Transcripts 541-917-4830
Veterans Affairs 541-917-4858
For additional campus maps and driving directions, go to www.linnbenton.edu/campus-maps