Higher Education Program Faculty

Higher Education

Program Faculty

At the University of Florida College of Education, our Higher Education program faculty are not just educators; they are visionaries, researchers, and leaders in the field. Each faculty member brings a unique blend of practical experience, academic rigor, and a passion for shaping the future of higher education. With backgrounds that span a diverse range of disciplines and specializations, our faculty are dedicated to fostering an intellectually stimulating environment. They engage in cutting-edge research, contribute to influential publications, and actively participate in national and international conferences. Our faculty’s commitment to excellence ensures that students receive a robust education grounded in both theory and practice.

Our faculty members are deeply committed to student success and professional growth. They work closely with students, providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for collaborative research. Through personalized support and innovative teaching methods, our faculty help students develop the critical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills needed to excel in higher education settings. Whether through classroom instruction, research initiatives, or community outreach, our faculty are devoted to making a lasting impact on their students and the broader educational landscape. Explore the profiles of our esteemed faculty to learn more about their expertise, research interests, and contributions to the field of higher education.

Lindsay Byron, Ed.D.

Lindsay Byron, Ed.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor

Mary Kay Carodine, Ph.D.

Mary Kay Carodine, Ph.D.

Clinical Assistant Professor

Cliff Haynes, Ph.D.

Cliff Haynes, Ph.D.

Clinical Associate Professor

Melanie Marshall, Ed.D.

Sooji Kim, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Justin Ortagus, Ph.D.

Justin Ortagus, Ph.D.

Associate Professor

Jue Wu, Ph.D.

Jue Wu, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Zyrashae Smith-Onyewu, Ph.D.

Zyrashae Smith-Onyewu, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Affiliate and Emeritus Faculty

Dale F. Campbell, Ph.D.

Professor Emeritus of Higher Education Administration

Jeff Citty, Ed.D.

Director, UF Innovation Academy

Melanie Marshall Conner, Ed.D.

Associate Director, Center for New Student & Family Programs, University of Florida

Nancy Chrystal-Green, Ph.D.

Associate Vice President for Student Life; Affiliate Faculty

Jason Mastrogiovanni, Ph.D.

Interim Associate Provost for Student Success & Director for Academic and Student Success of Hamilton School for Classical and Civic Education, University of Florida

Lawrence W. Tyree, Ed.D.

Professor Emeritus of Higher Education Administration

J. Diane “DP” Porter-Roberts, Ph.D.

Academic Coordinator, UF Innovation Academy; Affiliate Faculty

Adjunct Faculty

Anthony Altieri, Ed.D.

Vice President for Student Affairs, Lynn University

Mary C. Jordan, Ph.D.

Director, New Student Programs and Community Initiatives, Brown College

Kerrie Montgomery Orozco, Ph.D.

CEO, KMO Global Consulting LLC

Shaun Boren, Ed.D.

Director of Assessment and Research for Student Life, University of Florida

Barbara Keener, Ph.D.

Research Associate, Nuro Retention

Olivia Pitkethly, M.A.

Assistant Director of Crisis and Emergency Services, Counseling & Wellness Center, University of Florida

Murielle Gammons, Ph.D.

Senior Project Manager, College of Medicine, University of Florida

Maryanne Long, Ph.D.

Director of Postdoctoral Affairs and Graduate Fellowships, The University of Texas at El Paso

Jean Starobin, Ed.D.

Online Program Consultant, Gies College of Business, University of Illinois

JoCynda Hudson, Ph.D

Title IX Coordinator, St. Petersburg College

Paul Perrault, Ph.D.

Senior Vice President of Community Impact and Learning, Helios Education Foundation

James Tyger, J.D., Ph.D.

Assistant Vice President of Student Life, University of Florida

Staff

Brian Coulter

HDOSE Academic Assistant II
bcoulter@coe.ufl.edu

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James Tyger, J.D., Ph.D.

Assistant Vice President of Student Life, University of Florida