Leadership & Administration
Leadership
Mr. George Miles, Chair
Mr. Michael Klein, Vice Chair
Dr. Joel Morganroth, Co-Treasurer
Ms. Rosemary Oberndorf, Co-Treasurer
Mr. Ali Bahaj, Secretary
Dr. Larry Thompson, President
Mr. Ravi Akhoury
Mr. Ali M. Bahaj
Mr. Robert Bartner
Dr. Richard Basch
Dr. Alex Beavers, Jr.
Ms. Elaine Crouse
Mr. Maurice Cunniffe
Ms. Ariane Dart
Mr. Dean Eisner
Mr. James Ericson
Mr. Robert Essner
Mr. Larry Garberding
Ms. Teri Hansen
Mr. Steve Hutchinson
Mr. William Isaac
Ms. Sarah Kambara '14
Ms. Cheryl Loeffler
Ms. Flora Major
Ms. Nancy Markle
Mr. Frank Martucci
Ms. Mary Ann Meyer
Mr. Jonathan Mitchell
Dr. Joel Morganroth
Mr. Karl Newkirk
Mr. Brandon Oldenburg ‘95
Mr. Richard Rivera
Mr. Samuel Samelson
Ms. Janet B. Schmidt
Mr. Sam Scott
Mr. Rajesh Soin
Mr. Willie M. Stanfield
Mr. Dale Strohl
Ex Officio:
Ms. Emily Walsh, President, Ringling College Library Association
Ms. Pauline Becker
Ms. Carol Camiener
Mr. Arthur Ferguson
Mr. Jack Harrison
Ms. Carolyn Johnson
Ms. Elaine Keating
Mr. Robert A. Kimbrough
Dr. Diana Lager
Ms. Elizabeth G. Lindsay
Mr. Lawrence A. Maciariello, MajGen (USAF Ret.)
Mr. George Pierson ‘65
Ms. Diane Roskamp
Mr. Ernest F. Smith
Mr. Steven B. Stein
Ms. Lois Stulberg
Ms. Wendy G. Surkis
Dr. Larry R. Thompson
President
Dr. Larry R. Thompson became president of Ringling College of Art and Design in July, 1999. As head of this premier art and design college, he is transforming the way people think about art and design and why businesses must infuse creativity to thrive. A lawyer and an educator, Larry served as Special Assistant to the President of The Ohio State University, President/CEO of Flint Cultural Center in Michigan, and was founding Executive Director/ CEO of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland, Ohio prior to joining Ringling College. He is the former president for the Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design and currently serves as a member of its Executive Committee, is Chair of the President’s Council of the Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida, and serves on boards of many local arts and civic organizations.
Dr. Peter A. McAllister
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Peter McAllister received his Bachelor degree from the University of Toronto, his Ph.D. in Music Education from Kent State University, and an Institute for Management and Leadership in Education Certificate from Harvard University. He joined Ringling College of Art and Design in 2017, coming from California State University, Los Angeles, where he served as Dean of the College of Arts and Letters. He has also held leadership positions at the University of Arizona and Ball State University. Peter has co-edited 11 books, and over 410 research articles have cited his published research, with a focus on motivation theories and educational technologies. He served as a reviewer for the Policy Brief published by the Council of Arts Accrediting Associations, which includes the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
As Vice President for Academic Affairs at Ringling College of Art and Design, he works collaboratively with other division Vice Presidents, as well as colleagues in Academic Affairs including two Associate Vice Presidents, under the leadership of President Larry R. Thompson. For all students enrolled at Ringling College, Academic Affairs supports its faculty in offering 13 majors: Business of Art and Design, Computer Animation, Creative Writing, Film, Fine Arts, Game Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Motion Design, Photography & Imaging, Visual Studies, plus new majors Virtual Reality Development, and Entertainment Design in Themed Environments.
Dr. Tammy S. Walsh earned her BA in Speech Communications/Broadcasting from Mansfield University; a MS in Counseling/College Student Personnel from Shippensburg University; and her EdD in Higher Education from Nova Southeastern University. She has over 30 years of experience in higher education, specifically focused on Student Affairs/Student Development work, and has served as Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students at Ringling College of Art and Design since June, 2005. Tammy is active in numerous national and regional organizations to include: ACPA, NASPA, AICAD, NODA, NACAS, IACLEA, ASCA and ICUF. She also serves on the Embracing Our Differences (EOD) Steering Committee within Sarasota. 
Dr. Tammy S. Walsh
Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students
Ms. Stacey Corley
Vice President for Advancement
Ms. Stacey Corley has BPA in Accounting and MBA from Mississippi State University. Prior to joining Ringling College in 2012, Stacey served two years as Associate Director for Development at the Ringling Museum/FSU Foundation. Her previous career was with Bristol-Myers Squibb where she worked for 10 years as Neuroscience Specialty Sales Representative, Senior Hospital Business Manager, and Senior Territory Business Manager. Stacey volunteered for the Junior League of Nashville for seven years, and she has been involved with the Junior League of Sarasota since 2003, having served as President, VP of Finance, and Co-Chair of Simply Sarasota.
Dr. Tracy A. Wagner
Vice President for Finance and Administration
Dr. Tracy A. Wagner has a BA in Economics and Accounting from the University of Northern Iowa, her MBA from the University of Dubuque, and a PhD in Leadership and Education/Specialization in Higher Education Administration from Barry University. Tracy has served private higher education 29 years, 26 of those as the chief financial officer including service to the University of Dubuque and Knox College. She is in her 14th year as Ringling College of Art and Design’s VP for Finance and Administration. In addition to supporting strategic campus master planning, financing strategies and investment management, she provides oversight for various administrative departments including business office; campus safety; facilities maintenance, custodial and construction; student financial aid; and auxiliary services such as the Ringling Art Supply Store. Tracy is a member of numerous associations including the National and Southern Associations of College and University Business Officers, the Society of College and University Planners, and the Association of Higher Education Facilities Officers. She currently serves as the Chair of the Florida Independent College and University Risk Management Association.
Ms. Christine C. DeGeorge
Vice President for Human & Organizational Development
Administration
Dr. Peter A. McAllister
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Peter McAllister received his Bachelor degree from the University of Toronto, his Ph.D. in Music Education from Kent State University, and an Institute for Management and Leadership in Education Certificate from Harvard University. He joined Ringling College of Art and Design in 2017, coming from California State University, Los Angeles, where he served as Dean of the College of Arts and Letters. He has also held leadership positions at the University of Arizona and Ball State University. Peter has co-edited 11 books, and over 410 research articles have cited his published research, with a focus on motivation theories and educational technologies. He served as a reviewer for the Policy Brief published by the Council of Arts Accrediting Associations, which includes the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
As Vice President for Academic Affairs at Ringling College of Art and Design, he works collaboratively with other division Vice Presidents, as well as colleagues in Academic Affairs including two Associate Vice Presidents, under the leadership of President Larry R. Thompson. For all students enrolled at Ringling College, Academic Affairs supports its faculty in offering 13 majors: Business of Art and Design, Computer Animation, Creative Writing, Film, Fine Arts, Game Art, Graphic Design, Illustration, Motion Design, Photography & Imaging, Visual Studies, plus new majors Virtual Reality Development, and Entertainment Design in Themed Environments.
Mr. David H. Jackson
Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty
David earned a MFA in Art Studio with a concentration in Photography from the University of Kentucky. He joined Ringling College in 2008.
Mr. Jeff Schwartz
Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Undergraduate Studies
Jeff earned a BFA in Fine Arts from School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a MFA in Painting and Drawing form American University. He joined Ringling College in 2000.
Ms. Lisa Moody
Interim Director of Marketing and Digital Strategies
Lisa earned a BA in Psychology from Michigan State University. She is currently working on a MFA in Creative Writing at the University of Tampa. Lisa joined Ringling College in 2011.
Ms. Kelly J. Beachler
Director of Assessment
Kelly earned a BA in Statistics form Florida State University and a MBA from the Univesity of South Florida. She joined Ringling College in 2014.
Ms. Amy Pettengill
Director of International Student Affairs
Amy earned a BA in Philosophy from Colgate University and a MA in International Administration from the School for International Training. She joined Ringling College in 2014.
Mr. Carl Powell
Director of Environmental Health and Safety
Carl earned a BS in Biological Sciences from the University of Westminster and he is a Certified Safety Professional from the Board of Safety Professionals. Carl joined Ringling College in 2006.
Mr. Justin Selph
Registrar
Justin earned a BS in Criminal Justice and a MA in Educational Leadership from Florida Gulf Coast University. He joined Ringling College in 2013.
Ms. Barbara LeBras
Associate Registrar, Operations & Senior Advisor
Barbara earned a BS in Journalism from Ohio University with a Minor in French. She joined Ringling College in 2002.
Ms. Erin Durrance
Associate Registrar, Systems
Erin studied Business Administration at State College of Florida. She joined Ringling College in 1988.
Ms. Amanda Shurtleff
Associate Director of Academic Advising
Amanda earned a BS double major in Communication and Sociology and a MS in Communication, both from Florida State University. She joined Ringling College in 2015.
Ms. Barbara Gentry
Director of Student Learning Center
Barbara earned a BA in English and an MA in Instruction & Curriculum Leadership, both from the University of Memphis. She joined Ringling College in 2016.
Ms. Paula Jawitz
Learning Specialist, Student Learning Center
Paula Brooks-Jawitz earned a BS in Elementary Education from Brooklyn College; a MS in Reading Cirriculum/Instruction from the University of Maryland; and a PhD in Reading Cirriculum/Instruction from the University of Maryland.
Mr. Weiwei Huang
Learning Specialist, Student Learning Center
Ms. Holly Siegling
Assistant Director of Communications
Holly earned a BFA Visualist and a BIS with a concentration in computer science and technical writing from Shawnee State University. She joined Ringling College in 2008.
Chelsea Garner-Ferris, M.A.
Editorial Manager & Copywriter
Chelsea's bio coming soon.
Kendall's bio coming soon.Ms. Kendall Brugger
Faculty Project Director for the Collaboratory
Mr. Tim Jaeger
Director and Chief Curator, Galleries and Exhibitions Department
Tim earned a BFA in Fine Arts with a Minor in Modern Art History from Ringling College of Art and Design. He joined the Galleries Department of Ringling College in 2007.
Ms. Jennifer Mumford Brady
Director of Design Center
Holly earned a BFA in Graphic and Interactive Communication from Ringling College of Art and Design. She joined Ringling College professionally in 2000. 
Ms. Holly Antoszewski
Associate Director of Design Center
Ms. Karen Krier
Print Production Manager, Design Center
Ms. Diane Zorn
Associate Director of Operations for Continuing Studies and Special Programs
Ms. Samantha Parkinson
Director of Englewood Art Center
Samantha earned a BA in History and Criticism of Art from Florida State University and a MA in Museum Studies from New York University. She joined Ringling College in 2010.
Ms. Karen Wetherby
Academic Operations Project Manager
Karen earned a BS in Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She joined Ringling College in 2003.
Ms. Bridget Elmer
Letterpress and Book Arts Center Coordinator
Bridget Elmer earned a BA in Anthropology from Reed College and a MFA in Book Arts from the University of Alabama. She joined Ringling College in 2014.
Ms. Nancy Nassiff
Digital Services Coordinator
Mr. Ken Strothman
Photo Facilities Coordinator
Mr. Gregg Prigerson
Interim Dean of Enrollment Management
Ms. Krista Schiller
Associate Director of Admissions/Coordinator of Florida Recruitment
Mr. Curtis Anderson
Admissions Counselor
Ms. Kimberly White
Associate Director of International Admissions
Ms. Kirche Zeile
Northeast Regional Admissions Counselor
Ms. Stacey Corley
Vice President for Advancement
Ms. Lora Wey CFRE
Assistant Vice President for Strategic Philanthropy
Ms. Susan Borozan
Director of Alumni Relations & Engagement
Ms. Sarah Crittenden
Director for Constituent Events and Hospitality
Ms. Stacy Quaid
Director for Fundraising Events
Ms. Dina Sorrentino
Director for Advancement Services and Research
Ms. Anne Garlington
Senior Development Officer
Ms. Miqui Lora
Senior Development Officer CFRE
Ms. Tricia Mire
Senior Development Officer
Ms. Jeney Slusser
Senior Development Officer
Ms. Tracy A. Wagner
Vice President for Finance and Administration
Viron L. Lynch
Assistant Vice President and Director of Facilities Operations
Ms. Monica Waid
Assistant Vice President of Finance and Administration/Controller
Mr. Lee Harrell
Director of Financial Aid
Jon Walsh
Director of Student Accounts/Bursar
Ms. Ruth Chavez
Assistant Director of Financial Aid for Operations
Mr. Robert Graham
Assistant Director of Public Safety/Technology Specialist
Mr. Dan Greene
Assistant Director of Facility Operations
Ms. Ashley Schreiner
Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Mr. Don Strom
Director of Public Safety
Ms. Cindy Weiss
Assistant Bursar
Ms. Christine C. DeGeorge
Vice President for Human & Organizational Development
Dr. Patrick Mizak
Assistant Vice President for Planning and Institutional Effectiveness
Darren Mathews
Director of Human Resources
Mr. James C. Grove
Associate Director of Human Resources
Ms. Kris Pegah
Director of Administrative Computing
Ms. Karissa Miller
Director of Academic Computing
Mr. Randall Alberts
Assistant Director for Project Management
Ms. Anne-Marie Russell
Executive Director of Sarasota Museum of Art
Dr. Tammy S. Walsh
Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students
Dr. Tammy S. Walsh earned her BA in Speech Communications/Broadcasting from Mansfield University; a MS in Counseling/College Student Personnel from Shippensburg University; and her EdD in Higher Education from Nova Southeastern University. She joined Ringling College in 2005.
Mr. Jekeyma Robinson
Associate Dean of Students for Student Development
Jekeyma earned a BS in Business Administration from the University of Virginia's College at Wise and a MBA in International Business from Appalachian State University. He joined Ringling College in 2010.
Dr. Erin Robinson
Associate Dean of Students and Director of Health Services
Erin Robinson, Psy.D., L.P. received an undergraduate Psychology degree from College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA. She went on to University of Hartford in Connecticut for a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology degree. Dr. Robinson joined Ringling College in 2016.
Mr. A. Charles Kovacs
Director of Career Services
A.Charles earned an MA in Art History from Harvard University. He joined Ringling College in 2008.
Ms. Rachel Levey-Baker
Director of Student Volunteerism and Service Learning
Rachel earned a BA in Art Education with a Minor in Art History from the University of Florida; and a MA in Expressive Arts Coaching, Consulting, and Education from the European Graduate School. She joined Ringling College in 2003.
Yoleidy Rosario-Hernandez
Associate Dean of Students for Diversity and Inclusion & Director of the Center for Diversity and Inclusion
Ms. Nancy O'Neil
Madeby Store Manager
Nancy earned an AA degree in Fashion Merchandising from Academie Moderne. She joined Ringling College in 2009.
Ms. Cynthia Flanagan
Associate Director of Career Services
Cyndi earned a BA in Art/Business from Carson-Newman College. She joined Ringling College in 1993.
Mr. Russell (Rew) Woodruff
Associate Director of Career Services
Rew earned a BS in Psychology from Western Kentucky University and a M.Ed and Ed.S in School Counseling from the University of Florida. He joined Ringling College in 2015.
Ms. Alejandra Lance-Henterly
Assistant Director of Career Services
Alejandra earned a BFA in the History of Art & Architecture from Miami University and a MA in Arts Administration from Indiana University. She joined Ringling College in 2008.
Mr. Charles Brantley
Manager of Mail Services
Ms. Jessica Nagy
Assistant to the Vice President of Student Life
Jessica earned a BFA in Fine Arts from Ringling College of Art and Design in 2006 and her Professional Educator’s Certification in 2015. She joined Ringling College in 2006.
Mrs. Betsy Pope
Student Life Operations Assistant
Betsy's bio coming soon!
Ms.Candice L. Johnson
Director of Student Activities and Leadership Development
Candice's bio coming soon.
E Ramey
Coordinator of Recreation and Wellness
E earned a BS in Sports Administration from University of Cincinnati and a M.S in Recreation and Sports Administration from Western Kentucky University. He joined Ringling College in 2016.
Erin Smith
Assistant Director of Residence Life for Housing Operations
Trent Keisling
Coordinator of Residence Life for Staff Development and Programming
Patricia Pete
Coordinator of Residence Life for Staff Development and Programming
Ms. Susan Saulnier
Coordinator of Student Volunteerism
Susan earned a BFA in Illustration with a minor in Photography from Ringling College of Art and Design. She joined Ringling College in 2015.
Heather Murray
Student Health Center Coordinator
Heather Murray, RN, received an Associate’s degree in Nursing from Keiser University. She also received a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from University of South Florida. Heather joined Ringling College in 2016.
Rev. Dwight Henry
Campus Minister
Dwight's bio coming soon.
Lauren Levine, MA, LMHC received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island. She went on to study at the University of North Florida and received a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. Lauren joined Ringling College in 2017. Lauren Levine
Counselor
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