Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
Allison Steffens
Executive Administrative Assistant
Allison earned her Master of Arts in Teaching at American University in Washington, DC. She then spent seven years as an educator with Montgomery County Public Schools in Bethesda, MD.
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Dr. Anna Macedonia
Lecturer
Her research includes studying the connection between special education teacher education across local, state and federal levels.
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Dr. Beth Lucy-Speidel
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Beth Lucy-Speidel is passionate about non-profits starting her career working as an advocate for children with special needs
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Dr. Carol Ann Smyth
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Carol Ann Smyth has dedicated her professional life to the facilitation of high-quality teaching and learning.
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Dr. Catherine Martin
Adjunct Professor
A passionate advocate for students with disabilities and their families, collaborating with community services and schools to enhance inclusion.
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Dr. Cera Doering
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Cera Doering's passion is to support educational leaders in their quest to level the playing field for all.
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Dr. Chris Bennett
Adjunct Professor
Experienced principal, secondary teacher, mathematics department chair and dean with research interests in principal preparation programs and mentoring.
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Dr. Christine Valadez
Adjunct Professor
With 20+ years of leadership experience in eLearning, she has transformed courses into meaningful experiences.
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Dr. Clara Hauth
Program Director and Associate Professor
Dr. Hauth is experienced in special education, graduate instruction, teacher training and more.
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Dr. David Consalvi
Adjunct Professor
His research interests include technology, diversity in STEM and innovative educational opportunities for students.
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Dr. Elizabeth Langran
Professor
Dr. Langran has taught students in the United States, Switzerland and Morocco (as a Peace Corps volunteer).
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Dr. Jennifer Crystle
Assistant Professor
Dr. Crystle’s interests are global education policy, diversity, leadership and more.
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Dr. Jennifer L. Scully
Adjunct Professor
Jennifer L. Scully, Ed.D. is an adjunct professor at Marymount University.
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Dr. Jéri L. Ogden
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Jéri L. Ogden, Ed.D. is an educator, writer, and facilitator with a passion for and emphasis on equitable practices and cultural competence.
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Dr. Jessica Marotta
Associate Professor
Dr. Marotta’s research interests are leadership, assessment and preservice teacher education.
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Dr. Joe Pisani
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Joseph Pisani joined the Marymount University faculty in 2021 as a Lead Doctoral Faculty Mentor.
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Dr. Joseph Provenzano
Director of Teaching and Academic Development
Dr. Joe Provenzano came to Marymount University in 2016.
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Dr. Kitty Crosby
Lecturer
Dr. Crosby enjoys teaching others the art of leadership and teaching through Marymount Doctor of Education program.
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Dr. Linda Mann
Adjunct Professor
A leading director and researcher on racial redress initiatives, international human rights and racial repair.
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Dr. Lisa Turissini
Professor and School Director
Dr. Lisa Turissini is the School Director of the School of Education.
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Dr. Marcia Baldanza
Assistant Professor
A lifelong educator and K-12 leader, she specializes in school turnaround to improve equity and access.
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Dr. Nicki Conners
Adjunct Professor
A retired special education teacher with 30 years of service. Interested in strategic leadership and professional learning communities.
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Dr. Paula Cristina Azevedo
Assistant Professor
Dr. Azevedo is experienced in teaching, advising, research and mindfulness.
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Dr. Ruth Boyd
Visiting Professor
Dr. Boyd has 30+ years of teaching experience and has held multiple supervisory roles.
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Dr. Shannon Melideo
Professor
Dr. Melideo is experienced in mentorship, research, administration, education and more.
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Dr. Tiffany Casey
Adjunct Professor
With a background in engineering and STEM, Dr. Casey has extensive experience in industry, K-12 education and higher education.
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Dr. Travis Zimmerman
LDFM and Adjunct Professor
His work includes piloting flipped and blended classroom models, leading EdCamps and presenting at conferences.
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