Faculty Spotlight
Dr. JoAnna Fairley has been a Capella faculty member since 2009. In a distinguished career of more than two decades, Dr. Fairley has developed significant experience in key nursing disciplines including telemetry, ER, and ICU, plus long-term care, home health, and public nursing.
Educational Background
- Doctor of Philosophy, Walden University
- Master of Science, University of Southern Mississippi
Career Highlights
- More than 25 years of nursing practice
- Experienced educator in hospital, community college, and university settings
Teaching Philosophy
“I am passionate about my nursing practice, so I am always exploring change and how to improve the nursing field. It’s immensely rewarding to interact with students who are just as passionate.”
Areas of Expertise
- Cardiac care
- Women’s health
- Eldercare
Research Interests
- Gerontology
- Adult education
- Nursing leadership
Core faculty
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Core faculty
Dr. Crews specializes in clinical psychology, psychotherapy, and assessment. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Darland is an expert in the fields of clinical psychology and health care administration.Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Fisher is an expert in health psychology, the psychology of women, and professional psychology training. Learn more
Director of Clinical Training, PsyD program
Dr. Fossum is an authority on clinical psychology, research methodology, and professional psychology training. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Gibson has expertise in psychotherapy, religion and spirituality, and neuropsychological assessment. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Goodwin specializes in services to multicultural clients, ethics, and how culture impacts personality development. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Harris-Britt is an expert in children’s development, African-American families, and multicultural issues. Learn more
Director/Chair, PsyD program
Dr. Heffner’s is an authority on anxiety and depression, human sexuality, and personality disorders. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Husenits specializes in parenting issues in low-income, rural families and the psychology of rural seniors. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Jordan has expertise in women’s reproductive health and health psychology. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Mankoff specializes in child psychology, medical psychology, and psychotherapy. Learn more
Senior core faculty
Dr. Frey is an expert in supervision and consultation, the brain and behavior, and rural mental health. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Martinez specializes in psychological assessment, cognitive therapies, and suicide prevention. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. McCartney specializes in educational psychology and the study of cognitive and moral development. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Mills is an expert in social work research, methodology, and practice, as well as human behavior. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Muldrow specializes in the areas of clinical social work and public health. Learn more
Part-time faculty
Dr. Nocita has expertise in clinical psychology, co-occurring disorders, eating disorders, and couples therapy. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. O’Mara specialties include burnout in addiction counselors, clinical supervision, and group counselor training. Learn more
Adjunct faculty
Dr. Preussler is an authority on child and adolescent treatments, psychopathology, and cognitive-behavioral therapy. Learn more
Adjunct faculty
Dr. Reddout is an expert on clinical neuropsychology, psychotherapy, and the treatment of grief and loss. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Tirrito’s expertise lies in the fields of gerontology, social work, and administration. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Trunk is an expert in quantitative analysis, research methods, and developmental psychology. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. van Asselt’s is an expert in counselor education and supervision and school counseling. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Wederski is an authority on substance abuse, childhood neglect and trauma, and eating disorders.Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. White’s expertise lies in the areas of counselor training, clinical supervision, and psychopathology. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Zwingelberg has expertise in neuropsychology, psychotherapy, and program development. Learn more
Adjunct faculty
Dr. Felix is an expert in the areas of English language teaching and learning and adult education. Learn more
Adjunct faculty
Dr. Ward specializes in the field of educating English Language Learners. Learn more
Faculty chair
Dr. Steven Barthelmeus is an experienced higher education leader and public safety professional. Learn more
Director, Nursing Department
Dr. Mary Bemker is a psychotherapist and experienced educator in the field of health care. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Bruce Bordner has more than 20 years experience in government affairs and education. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Harry Carter is an internationally known consultant, author, educator, and expert in fire and emergency services. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Darland is an expert in the fields of clinical psychology and health care administration.Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Christy Davidson has more than 15 years of nursing experience in a variety of disciplines. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Duane Dobbert is a consultant, educator, and author in the field of criminal justice. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. JoAnna Fairley is an experienced nursing educator in hospital, community college, and university settings. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Art Gaffrey specializes in public administration, emergency incident management, and research methods. Learn more
Adjunct faculty
Dr. Tayray Jasmine is an experienced nurse, administrator, and educator. Learn more
Faculty chair
Dr. Michael Kemp is an internationally recognized expert in emergency management. Learn more
Faculty chair
Dr. Yvonne Kochanowski is an experienced public administration consultant and educator. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Marian Leerburger has more than 27 years experience in defense and homeland security. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Muldrow specializes in the areas of clinical social work and public health. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Schreiner has over 35 years experience as a nurse, clinical nurse specialist, diabetes educator, and researcher. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Moneque Walker Pickett is an attorney and criminal justice educator. Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Wederski is an authority on substance abuse, childhood neglect and trauma, and eating disorders.Learn more
Core faculty
Dr. Robert Wright is a recognized contributor to the fields of public administration and education. Learn more
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