Abraham S. Fischler

Our Faculty and Staff

Lead. Motivate. Succeed.

Welcome to the Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice at Nova Southeastern University. Here, we are dedicated to shaping the leaders and changemakers of tomorrow. Our college is a dynamic and inclusive community where academic rigor meets real-world application, preparing students to excel in diverse fields of education and criminal justice.

At the College of Education, we believe in the transformative power of teaching. Our faculty are committed educators and researchers who inspire and mentor the next generation of teachers, administrators, and educational leaders. With a focus on student-centered education experiences, equity, and community engagement, we strive to create learning environments that foster critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning.

In the School of Criminal Justice, our faculty bring a wealth of professional experience and academic expertise to the classroom. We offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers the spectrum of criminal justice topics, from law enforcement and corrections to forensic science and criminology. Our programs are designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make meaningful contributions to the justice system and society.

We invite you to explore our programs, meet our esteemed faculty, and discover the vibrant opportunities that await you at NSU. Join us in our mission to educate, inspire, and lead. Become part of a brighter future.

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Julie Alemany

Associate Professor

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Jennifer Allen Ph.D.

Professor

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Georgina Arguello Ed.D.

Assistant Dean/Associate Prof

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Jennifer Berne

Assistant Professor - Education

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Jia Borror

Associate Professor

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Stephanie Brown

Associate Professor- Education

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Lisa Carbone Ed.D.

Dir Lic&Compliance/Assoc Prof

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Marcelo Castro Ph.D.

Assc Dean-J&HS/Prof/Chair

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Mel Coleman Ed.D.

Associate Professor

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Melinda Coleman Ed.D.

Associate Professor

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Maribel Del Rio-Roberts Rio-Roberts Psy.D.

Associate Professor

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Wayne Driscoll Ed.D.

Assistant Professor

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Kimberly Durham

Dean/Professor - Education

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William Edmonds Edmonds

Professor

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Brooke Elvington J.D. Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

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Dana Fredebaugh Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Michael Gaffley Gaffley Ed.D.

Associate Professor

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Jennifer Gunter Reeves Ph.D.

Professor/Director - Dissertation Support Services

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Tammy Kushner Psy.D.

Exec Assc Dean/Associate Prof

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Maria Levi-Minzi Ph.D.

Assistant Professor - Justice & Human Services

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Jamie Manburg

Associate Dean/External Affairs & Partnerships/Assistant Professor - Education

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Tatjana Martinez J.D.

Associate Professor

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Emmy Maurilus Ph.D.

Assistant Chair/Assistant Prof

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Gabriela Mendez Ph.D.

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Associate Professor

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Dana Mills

Associate Dean/Strategic Planning & Research/Assistant Professor - Education

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Roxanne Molina

Assistant Dean - Finance & Data Analysis/Associate Professor - Education

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Anymir Orellana Ed.D.

Professor

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Vanaja P Sivalingam Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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James Pann Pann Ph.D.

Professor Developmental Disability

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Gina Peyton Peyton Ed.D.

Professor

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Herminia Rivera Rodriguez

Associate Professor

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Wilma Robles-Melendez Ph.D.

Professor

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Kenneth Rockensies

Assc Dean- Acdmc Afrs/Assc Prf

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Timothy Scala Psy.D.

Associate Professor

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Carmen Session Ed.D.

Associate Dean/Assistant Professor/Chair - J&HS

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Tara Sheehan Ph.D.

Program Administrator/Assistant Professor - Psychology

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Zandra Stino Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Hui Fang Su "Angie" Su, Ed.D.

Professor

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Grace Telesco Telesco Ph.D.

Associate Professor

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Teri Williams Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

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Angela Yehl Psy.D.

Asst Dean/Acad Affrs/Assc Prof

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