Mr. Dean Eisner, Chair
Ms. Jean Martin, Vice Chair
Mr. George Miles, Treasurer
Mr. Michael Klein, Secretary
Dr. Larry R. Thompson, President
Mr. Ali M. Bahaj
Mr. Robert Bartner
Dr. Richard Basch
Dr. Alex Beavers, Jr.
Ms. Carol Camiener
Ms. Elaine Crouse
Mr. Maurice Cunniffe
Ms. Ariane Dart
Ms. Linda Dickinson
Mr. James Ericson
Mr. Herman Frankel
Mr. Larry Garberding
Ms. Teri Hansen
Mr. Jack Harrison
Mr. William Isaac
Dr. Edward H. Jennings
Ms. Cheryl Loeffler
Ms. Flora Major
Mr. Russell Mank '15
Ms. Nancy Markle
Mr. Frank Martucci
Mr. Gregory Matthews
Ms. Mary Ann Meyer
Dr. Joel Morganroth
Mr. Karl Newkirk
Ms. Isabel Norton
Ms. Rosemary Oberndorf
Mr. Brandon Oldenburg ‘95
Ms. Susan Palmer
Ms. Carol Phillips
Mr. Samuel Samelson
Ms. Janet B. Schmidt
Mr. Willie M. Stanfield
Mr. Steven B. Stein
Ms. Lois Stulberg
Mr. Peter Weill
Ex-Officio:
Ms. Becky Mahoney, President, Ringling College Library Association
Ms. Pauline Becker
Mr. Arthur Ferguson
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. Charles R. Smith
Mr. Ernest F. Smith
Ms. Wendy G. Surkis
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 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 joins Ringling College of Art and Design from California State University, Los Angeles, where he served as Dean of the College of Arts and Letters. This College comprised Departments of Art, Communication Studies, English, Liberal Studies, Modern Languages & Literatures, Music, Theatre & Dance, Philosophy, Television, Film & Media Studies. Peter's many accomplishments include growing the enrollment of the College by 20%, and opening a state-of-the-art TV, Film, and Media Center. He has also held leadership positions at the University of Arizona and Ball State University. Peter has co-edited 11 books, and over 250 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).
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 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. 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 joins Ringling College of Art and Design from California State University, Los Angeles, where he served as Dean of the College of Arts and Letters. This College comprised Departments of Art, Communication Studies, English, Liberal Studies, Modern Languages & Literatures, Music, Theatre & Dance, Philosophy, Television, Film & Media Studies. Peter's many accomplishments include growing the enrollment of the College by 20%, and opening a state-of-the-art TV, Film, and Media Center. He has also held leadership positions at the University of Arizona and Ball State University. Peter has co-edited 11 books, and over 250 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).
David earned a MFA in Art Studio with a concentration in Photography from the University of Kentucky. He joined Ringling College in 2008.
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.
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.
Ryan earned a BA in Art History/Architectural Studies from the University of New Hampshire and a MFA in Interior Design from Savannah College of Art and Design. He joined Ringling College in 2009.
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.
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.
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.
Justin earned a BS in Criminal Justice and a MA in Educational Leadership from Florida Gulf Coast University. He joined Ringling College in 2013.
Barbara earned a BS in Journalism from Ohio University with a Minor in French. She joined Ringling College in 2002.
Erin studied Business Administration at State College of Florida. She joined Ringling College in 1988.
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.
Virginia earned a BA in Religion from Vassar College and a MA in English from the University of South Florida. She joined Ringling College in 1992.
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.
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.
Stephanie earned a BS in Businesss Administration with a concentration in Marketing, International Business, and Chinese from Washington University, Olin School of Business. She joined Ringling College in 2013.
Andrea earned her BFA in Graphic and Interactive Communications from Ringling College of Art & Design and her Masters of Arts in Motion Media Design from Savannah College of Art & Design. She joined Ringling College in 2016.Ms. Andrea Cannistra
Digital Designer
Mark earned a BA in Art History from the University of Pennsylvania and an MA in Art History with a concentration in Museum Studies from the George Washington University. He also has a Certificate of Museum Management from the Getty Institute at the University of California at Berkeley. Mark joined Ringling College in 1999.
Tim earned a BFA in Fine Arts with a Minor in Modern Art History from Ringling College of Art and Design. He joined Ringling College in 2007.
Kirsten earned a BA in Russian Literature from the University of Minnesota and a Master of Fine Arts from the University of South Florida. She taught in the Photography Department at Ringling from 1997-2000 and joined the Galleries staff in 2014.
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
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.
Karen earned a BS in Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She joined Ringling College in 2003.
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.
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.
Chris earned a BA in History from Coastal Carolina University and a MA in Higher Education Administration from the University of South Carolina. He joined Ringling College in 2007.
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.
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.
A.Charles earned an MA in Art History from Harvard University. He joined Ringling College in 2008.
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.
Nancy earned an AA degree in Fashion Merchandising from Academie Moderne. She joined Ringling College in 2009.
Cyndi earned a BA in Art/Business from Carson-Newman College. She joined Ringling College in 1993.
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.
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.
Nancy Long received a BASW from the University of Pittsburgh. She went on to the University of West Georgia for an MA in Psychology. Nancy joined Ringling College in 1994.
Mr. Charles Brantley
Manager of Mail Services
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.
Mirald's bio coming soon!
Katie earned a BA in Communication Studies and a MS in College Student Development and Counseling from Northeastern University. She joined Ringling College in 2013.
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, 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.
Melanie earned a BA in English with a Theater Arts emphasis from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities Campus. She went on to receive her M.Div. from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary. She joined Ringling College in the summer of 2016.
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
Natalie Lawry, LMHC received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The University of Arizona. She went on to The University of South Florida for a Master of Arts in Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling. Natalie Lawry, LMHC joined Ringling College in 2017.