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- Kim Chosie | Kairos Pacific University
Kim Chosie serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. KIM CHOSIE, EDD, LPC-S, CAP 334-685-0823 kim.chosie@kairos.aeu.edu Doctor of Education in Leadership & Administration William Howard Taft University Master of Science in Counseling & Psychology Troy University, Dothan, AL, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) Alabama Board of Examiners in Counseling Certified Addictions Professional Florida Certification Board Academic Dean 2025-Present Professor of Counselor Education Kairos Pacific University Director of Academic Support Services & Student Success Assistant Professor of Medical Education 2017 - Present Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine - Dothan, AL Adjunct Faculty/Instructor 2005 - Present University of Phoenix RESEARCH PUBLISHED Longitudinal Outcomes: Student Perceptions of a Third-Party-Resource-Based Pre-Matriculation Module. Kim Chosie, Sahil Bharwani, Robyn Schwartz, Dominic Gigliotti, Bridget Budny, Stacey Jackson, Caleb Hamilton (10/12/24). https://www.cureus.com/articles/295434 Efficacy of Peer Tutoring Program at the Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. Kailash, KC, Alozie Mbanaso, Kim Chosie, Emmanuel Segui (4/8/20). https://www.mededpublish.org/manuscripts/3184 12 Tips for developing institutional student, faculty and staff boundaries guidelines and training. Kim Chosie, Kristen Helms, Audrey Vasauskas (published 11/01/2024) DOI (10.12688/mep.20605.1) https://mededpublish.org/articles/14-275/v1 Using Osteopathic Medical School Institutional Data to Establish Correlation Between Academic Performance and First Time Board Pass Rates to Develop Academic Interventions for Students at Risk of First Board Failure. Kim Chosie (10/25/2024). DOI: 10.7759/cureus.72354, https://www.cureus.com/articles/295402 Predicting First-Year First-Semester Performance in Medical School in a Changing Landscape. Madison Walker, Ashley George, Shane Mohsin, Rhea Nichani, Kim Chosie, Christina Kennedy, Rahul Garg (published ). DOI Sleep, Stress and Coping Strategies in Medical Students. Colby Kihara, Britton Etheridge, Erin Park, Josh Collingswood, Sarah Adkins-Jablonsky, Kim Chosie, Audrey Vasauskas (submitted). The Burden of Eating: The Psychology Behind Type-1 Diabetic's Eating Habits. Cassandra Abrams, Kim Chosie (submitted). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS National Oral Presentations (by invitation) Developing Institutional Boundaries through Case- Based Discussion. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2024). Kim Chosie, Audrey Vasauskas, Kristen Helms. Optimizing Student performance in the First Semester, First Year in a Changing Competitive Landscape. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2024). Kim Chosie, Christina Kennedy. Introducing Self-Care as a Key Component to Modern Healthcare. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2023). Kim Chosie and Audrey Vasauskas NATIONAL POSTER PRESENTATIONS Using Osteopathic Medical School Institutional Data to Establish Correlation Between Academic Performance and First Time Board Pass Rates to Develop Academic Interventions for Students at Risk of First Board Failure. American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2025). Kim Chosie Longitudinal Outcomes: Student Perceptions of a Third-Party-Resource-Based Pre-Matriculation Module. Kim Chosie, Sahil Bharwani, Robyn Schwartz, Dominic Gigliotti, Bridget Budny, Stacey Jackson, Caleb Hamilton. America Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2025). Efficacy of a Medical School Bootcamp Pre-matriculation Module for incoming 1 st Year Osteopathic Medical Students. America Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine Educating Leaders National Conference (2024). Kim Chosie, Dominique Gigliotti, Bridgett Bundy, Stacey Jackson, Robyn Schwartz, Sahil Bharwani Student Attendance versus Course Performance, Association of American Medical Colleges (2023). Kevin Allen, Anagha Raghunandana, Shane Mohsin, Kim Chosie, Christina Kennedy Stressed Out Medical Students and How to Define Them, American Academy of Osteopathy (2017) Jonathan Carbungco, Tiffany Rey, Kim Chosie, Ronda Carter OTHER POSTER PRESENTATIONS Impact of Academic Advising on the Performance of Failing Students in the Anatomical Sciences and Molecular Medicine Course at ACOM. Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine. Kelly Fuller, Kim Chosie, Jon Leo, Caleb Hamilton Efficacy of a Medical School Bootcamp Pre-matriculation Module for incoming 1 st Year Osteopathic Medical Students, American Colleges of Physicians (2023). Kim Chosie, Dominique Gigliotti, Bridgett Bundy, Stacey Jackson, Robyn Schwartz, Sahil Bharwani In-Progress: Medical Student Academic Success in Correlation to Success Types and ANKI Usage. Fred Helms, Kim Chosie, Jake Sosa, Manu Ponnala Use of AI by students, faculty at an osteopathic medical school. Benford Mafuvadze, Kristen Helms, Caitlin Aplin, Kim Chosie, Rahul Garg AI in Medical Education: A Scoping Review. Walter Johnson, Karla Urgiles, Kim Chosie A retrospective case-control analysis examining the effects of extracurricular Primary Clinical Skills (PCS) Teaching Assistant experience on Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) physical exam performance in medical school students. Lauren Clemmons, Kim Chosie, Jonathan Hardy, Ronda Carter. Empowering Access through Services and Engagement (EASE). Nicole Mitchell, Audrey Vasauskas, Praful Patel, Kim Chosie, Robyn Fischer, Justin Hovey Identifying “At-Risk” Medical Student Factors. Christina Kennedy, Kevin Allen, Rhea Nichani, Shane Mohsin, Victoria Boyd, Anagha Raghunandana, Kim Chosie Efficacy of Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction in an Outpatient Treatment Center during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Kim Chosie Officer – Faculty Assembly, Secretary Member – Faculty Handbook Committee Member – Institutional Diversity Council Member – Research Committee Member – Pre-Clinical Competency Committee Member – Clinical Competency Committee Member – Course/Faculty Evaluation Task Force INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE Member – Building Emergency Response Team Member – Know Your Boundaries Committee Member – Mind/Body Medicine Group Faculty Advisor – ACOM Addiction Coalition Faculty Advisor – Mental Health Club Faculty Advisor – Hispanic Interest Group Faculty Advisor – Military Interest Group Faculty Advisor – Peer Tutoring Program Student Advocate – Appeals Committee OMS I – Intramural Basketball Coach AWARDS Received 2024 National Academic Advising Association Outstanding Advisor Award Distinguished Staff Member Award 2022 Gold Humanism in Medicine Award 2021 Community Partner Award (2) for outstanding service as an advisory board member for the Dothan/Houston County Substance Abuse Partnership Community Partner Award (2) for outstanding volunteerism in the fight against substance abuse in our community, Dothan/Houston County Substance Abuse Partnership Appreciation Award for outstanding volunteerism as a board member for the Herring House, halfway house in Dothan, AL Appreciation Award for Exceptional Volunteer Contribution from the Wiregrass Coalition for the Prevention of Domestic Violence Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding contribution to Health and Safety at Army Fleet Support Outstanding Achievement Awards for exceeding performance goals at Bradford Health Services Leadership & Service Recognition Award from Fob Governor of Alabama TECHNICAL SKILLS Data Analysis & AI Tools Online Teaching Platforms (Canvas, Blackboard) Counseling & Therapy Techniques Curriculum Design Academic Advising & Mentoring Research Methodology Public Speaking AFFILIATIONS American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine National Academic Advising Association < Back Kim Chosie Academic Dean, Counseling Programs Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- David Brien | Kairos Pacific University
David Brien serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Kairos Pacific University Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology – MFT Expected Graduation: December 2027 California Coastal University Bachelor of Science in Psychology (Summa Cum Laude) Ventura College Associate of Science in Emergency Medicine (Paramedic Studies) ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Kairos Pacific University Prospective Learning Management Systems (LMS) Director Oversees Learning Management System operations and online learning support for university programs Manages course organization, LMS functionality, user support, and educational technology workflows Supports faculty and staff with LMS troubleshooting, onboarding, and course delivery Collaborates across departments to improve online learning systems and learner experience Assists with accessibility, engagement, and organization within digital learning environments Supports distance education initiatives and student success through learning technology administration Los Angeles Fire Department Firefighter Paramedic, Inspector | 23 Years Served as Department Mental Health Advocate, supporting first responders and families through crisis intervention and wellness initiatives Paramedic Preceptor, training and mentoring new paramedics in clinical and high-stress decision-making Project Owner for LAFD FIMS Fire Inspection Software project Provided leadership in emergency medical response, inspections, and operational support United Firefighters of Los Angeles City Committee Member Managed union-related operations supporting over 3,300 members Served on Election, IT, and Communication Committees Managed cloud infrastructure migration and transitional technology systems Cashmere Systems LLC Co-Founder & Chief Operating Officer | 7 Years Provided supply chain consulting and software implementation for Fortune 500 companies Managed enterprise sales, customer relationships, and strategic operations Oversaw full-stack technology solutions across Windows, macOS, and Linux environments AREAS OF INTEREST Learning Management Systems (LMS) Online Learning & Distance Education Educational Technology Instructional Design Student Learning Experience Faculty Support & Training Mental Health Advocacy for First Responders Crisis Intervention & Wellness Support Learning Systems Administration CERTIFICATIONS Certified SCRUM Master Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency(Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Google Workspace Proficiency(Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms) Paramedic & Emergency Medical Training / Preceptor Experience Windows, macOS, and Linux Systems Administration < Back David Brien Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Ronald E. Man | Kairos Pacific University
Ronald E. Man serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Ronald E. Man Academic Degrees & Education Dallas Theological Seminary Doctor of Ministry (D.Min) Th.M. in New Testament State Music Academy, Munich, Germany One year of further conducting study University of Maryland Master of Music (M.M.) in Conducting Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Theory & Composition Academic Appointments & Experience Kairos Pacific University Faculty Member Worship Resources International Director First Evangelical Church Pastor of Worship / Missionary in Residence Pastor of Worship and Music, Memphis, TN Greater Europe Mission Director, Department of Worship Resources International Chapel of Vienna, Austria Associate Pastor / Interim Pastor Dallas Theological Seminary Assistant to Chaplain Richard Seume Sherman Bible Church, Sherman, Texas Music Director / Assistant Pastor / Associate Pastor Affiliations Member, Executive Committee, Global Consultation on Music in Missions Member, Advisory Board, Global Renewal of Worship (GROW) Center , Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies Member, Evangelical Theological Society Member, International Council of Ethnodoxologists Publications & Presentations “The Value of Chiasm for New Testament Interpretation” Bibliotheca Sacra 141 (April–June 1984): 146–57 “False and True Worship in Romans 1:18–25” Bibliotheca Sacra 157 (Jan.–March 2000): 26–34 “Jesus Our Worship Leader” “Worship and the Glory of God” Reformation and Revival 9:2 (Spring 2000): 31–43, 79–99 (Served as consulting editor for this issue) “Worship and the Word”; “What the Church Needs Now” Reformation and Revival 9:3 (Summer 2000): 11–21, 133–47 (Consulting editor) “Some Things Remain the Same” Mission Frontiers (June 2001): 26–29 “Worship Bridges” (cover article); “Guiding Principles for Worship Change” Worship Leader (September 2005): 18–21, 74 (Consulting editor) “Whose Gathering Is It Anyway?” Reformed Worship 87 (March 2008): 38–39 “A Letter from Tapescrew” Reformed Worship 93 (September 2009): 39 “Global Worship: What in the World Can I Do About It?” Worship Leader (Nov./Dec. 2009): 82 “Lessons from Global Worship” Evangelical Review of Theology 36.3 (July 2012) “‘The Bridge’: Worship between Bible and Culture” In Worship and Mission for the Global Church: An Ethnodoxology Handbook (William Carey Library, 2013): 17–25 Books Proclamation and Praise: Hebrews 2:12 and the Christology of Worship (Wipf & Stock, 2007) Teaching Engagements Kairos Pacific University Professor of Worship and Practical Theology American Society of Missiology Ethnodoxology and Mission: Worship and Arts for the Local Church Theological Education in Africa Conference Worship, Church, and Theological Education in Africa Ouachita Baptist University The Trinity, the Church’s Worship, and God’s Mission Missouri Baptist University Worship Heart and Art Seminar < Back Ronald E. Man Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Dr. Beryl J. Armstrong | Kairos Pacific University
Dr. Beryl J. Armstrong serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION Ph.D. Counseling & Psychological Studies Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA Concentration: Marriage and Family Master of Science Mental Health Counseling Capella University, Minneapolis, MN PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS American Counseling Association (ACA) Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) International Association of Marriage and Family Counselors (IAMFC) CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSURE Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) – 2022 Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH) – 2020 Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) – 2016 National Certified Counselor (NCC) – 2014 Owner/President & Clinical Director The Transformation Specialists, LLC, Flossmoor, IL January 2026 - Current Adjunct Professor Kairos Pacific University, Tustin, CA Associate Medical Director, Behavioral Health Family Christian Health Center, Harvey, IL January 2015 - January 2017 Mental Health Counselor SGA Youth & Family Services, Chicago, IL November 2015 - February 2017 Case Manager Illinois Institute for Addiction Recovery, Harvey, IL September 2014 - January 2015 Clinical Therapist The Mentor Network, Matteson, IL August 2013 - June 2014 Sexual Assault Counselor Guardian Angels Community Services, Joliet, IL 2001 - 2004 Lay Counseling Director Valley Kingdom Ministries, South Holland, IL Youth Outreach Director Valley Kingdom Ministries 1998-2000 MINISTRY & SPIRITUAL INTEGRATION COMPETENCIES Biblical counseling, pastoral care, and faith-driven intervention planning Spiritually integrated trauma therapy Christian worldview teaching and discipleship Experience developing Christ-centered curricula for healing, identity formation, and emotional growth CLINICAL TRAINING & SUPERVISION Havana Wellness Institute – Clinical Supervision, 45 hours PESI / Dr. Kathleen Chard – Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), 16 hours CPT for PTSD / Dr. Alexander Puhalla – 20 hours clinical supervision American Red Cross – CPR Certification PUBLICATIONS Spiritually Integrated Couples Cognitive Processing Therapy (2026) The Journey to Transformation: Embracing God's Process for Change (2008). Moving on From Military Sexual Trauma. ACEG Fall 2013 Newsletter (acegonline.org → Fall 2013). < Back Dr. Beryl J. Armstrong Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Dr. Kenneth R. Walters, JR. | Kairos Pacific University
Dr. Kenneth R. Walters, JR. serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Fuller Theological Seminary — Ph.D. in Theology Vanguard University (Southern California College) — M.A. in Biblical Studies Oral Roberts University — B.A. in Biblical Studies ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos University, Campus of AEU — Professor, Theology and Church History, Present Northpoint Bible College and Graduate School, Los Angeles — Location Director Bethesda University of California — Graduate Dean & Professor of Theology, 2010–2017 SoCal Network of the Assemblies of God, School of Ministry — Instructor The King’s University, Dallas, TX — Adjunct Professor, Theology & Church History, 2013–2018 Vanguard University, Costa Mesa, CA — Adjunct Professor, Christian Heritage & Church History, 2006–2007 Canyon Hills Bible College, Bakersfield, CA — Professor, Biblical & Theological Studies, 1995–2001 Vanguard University Extension, Costa Mesa, CA — Professor, Homiletics, Summer 1999 Teen Challenge Ministry Institute, Southgate, CA — Instructor, Biblical Studies, 1988–1989 COURSES TAUGHT Greek I & II New Testament Introduction Systematic Theology Church History & American Church History Romans & Synoptic Gospels Life of Paul & Life and Teachings of Christ Introduction to the Bible Homiletics & Hermeneutics Christian Apologetics Pentecostal History & Theology Christian Heritage & Eschatology Pentecostal Foundations for Theology & Ministry Pre-Reformation & Post-Reformation Spirituality MINISTERIAL EXPERIENCE SoCal Network of the Assemblies of God — Director of Intercultural Ministry, October 2018 West Valley Christian Center, Chatsworth, CA — Lead Pastor, 2000–2018 Canyon Country Assembly of God, Canyon Country, CA — Senior Pastor, 1986–2000 Southern California District Council of the Assemblies of God — Executive Presbyter, Region II, 1997–2000; Sectional Presbyter, San Fernando Section, 1994–1997, 2011–2014 La Mesa First Assembly of God, La Mesa, CA — Assistant Pastor, 1980–1986 Oakland Park Assembly of God, Ft. Lauderdale, FL — Associate Pastor, 1978–1980 Taft First Assembly of God, Taft, CA — Assistant Pastor, 1976–1978 SPECIAL PROJECTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS Oversaw New Building Project, West Valley Christian Center Lead Pastor of Parent Church for Ethnic Church Plants, including Assyrian, Spanish, multi-ethnic, Armenian, and Egyptian congregations Installed First Ever Solar Electric Generating System in a Los Angeles City Church (35KWh System) < Back Dr. Kenneth R. Walters, JR. Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Thomas Lyons | Kairos Pacific University
Thomas Lyons serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION Ph.D. Biblical Studies (New Testament) Asbury Theological Seminary , Wilmore, KY — May 2020Dissertation: Revisiting the Riddle in Samaria: A Social-Scientific Investigation of Spirit Reception in Luke-Acts in Historical Perspective Supervisors: Craig Keener, Sue Russell M.Div., Academic Track Asbury Theological Seminary , May 2012 B.A. Mathematics University of Cincinnati , June 2004 Additional Training:Vineyard Leadership Institute, 2004–2006 ACADEMIC PUBLICATIONS Books & Peer-Reviewed Work Revisiting the Riddle in Samaria — Brill (forthcoming) “The Rhetoric of Redaction…” in Essays Exploring New Testament Texts (2025) “The Holy Spirit” in Dictionary of Paul and His Letters (2nd Ed., 2023) “Highway to Hell…” in Atonement and the Gospel of the Kingdom (2022) “Praxis, Phenomena, and Spirit Reception…” Asbury Journal (2016) “Interpretation and Structure in Joel” Journal of Inductive Biblical Studies (2014) Conference Presentations “Jezebel’s Porneia…” — Asbury Theological Seminary (2021) “Returning to the Riddle of Samaria” (2020) “Inaugurated Eschaton…” (2015) Multiple presentations with Society of Vineyard Scholars ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Academic Posts Director, Seminary Now For-Credit Courses — Seminary Now (2024–Present) Interim Director — Seminary Now (2023–2024) Director of Library Services & Educational Technology — Northern Baptist Seminary (2022–2024) Affiliate Professor of New Testament — Northern Baptist Seminary (2022–Present) Greek Teaching Fellow — Asbury Theological Seminary (2016–2019) Teaching & Lecturing (Selected) Adjunct Professor — Kairos Pacific University (2026) Adjunct Professor — Global Awakening Theological Seminary (multiple courses) Adjunct Professor — Asbury University (NT100) Affiliate Professor — Northern Seminary (multiple courses) Doctoral Mentorship Dissertation Mentor & Examiner (multiple students, 2022–Present) Course Design & Content Creation Designed multiple theology and New Testament courses across institutions (2021–2026) Research & Editorial Work Peer Reviewer — Journal of Evangelical Theological Society Editorial Assistant — Bulletin of Biblical Research Copy Editor — GlossaHouse Publishing PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS Institute for Biblical Research Society of Biblical Literature Society of Vineyard Scholars CHURCH LEADERSHIP & MINISTRY Small Group Leader — GCF Vineyard (2024–Present) Prayer Ministry Team — GCF Vineyard (2022–Present) Vineyard Theology Task Force Representative (2019–2021) Discipleship Leadership Team — Lexington Vineyard (2009–2020) Teaching & Preaching Speaker, Teacher, Curriculum Developer (multiple churches and seminars) MEDIA & PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT Cohost — The Vineyardists Podcast Contributor — The Atlantic Webinar Host — Seminary Now Guest Speaker — multiple revival and theology discussions LANGUAGES Ancient: Greek, Hebrew, AramaicModern: English, French, German, Spanish < Back Thomas Lyons Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Dr. Kevin Grant | Kairos Pacific University
Dr. Kevin Grant serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Professor of Organizational Leadership, Strategy & Finance ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Regent University, VA Ph.D. in Global Leadership & Entrepreneurship Azusa Pacific University, CA M.B.A. in Entrepreneurial Finance Sterling College, KS B.A. in Business Administration Honors Inducted into the International Educators Hall of Fame ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & TEACHING EXPERIENCE Over 100 online, hybrid, and in-person courses taught across undergraduate, MBA, and DBA programs UCLA – Adjunct Professor Organizational Change, Health Management, Business Communication Westcliff University – Associate Professor (MBA/DBA) Managerial Economics, Global Finance, Strategic Management La Sierra University – Adjunct Professor Financial Management, International Finance, Entrepreneurship Chapman University – Adjunct Professor Economics, Consulting, Leadership Development Concordia University – Adjunct Professor Capstone Projects, Management, Strategic Research Colorado Technical University – Core Adjunct Professor MBA Capstone, Doctoral Research Methods, Dissertation Chair Keller Graduate School of Management – Senior Adjunct Faculty Managerial Finance, Capstone, Accounting, Real Estate Vanguard University – Assistant Professor Finance, Macro/Microeconomics, Leadership, Business Ethics Webster University – Adjunct Professor Economics, Managerial Finance Curriculum Development: Authored over 50 online courses in leadership and public administration Teaching Platforms: Blackboard, Canvas, D2L, CLP, E-College, Ilinc PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Strategic Finance & Leadership Consultant Advisor to executives, businesses, churches, and nonprofits across finance, planning, and operations Designed strategic plans, multi-million dollar budgets, and financial projections Launched accredited business programs and campuses Presented workshops in Canada, Guatemala, Ukraine Keller Graduate School – Dean of Graduate Studies Oversaw 3 campuses, 9 MBA programs, $5M budget Increased enrollment revenue by $1.5M in 14 months Named Dean of the Year, Los Angeles Metro Vanguard University – Assistant Professor Led curriculum design and strategic initiatives Increased revenue by $3M through program development Forever Green Art – CFO & COO Scaled startup from $3M to $10M in revenue Automated infrastructure and secured $500K credit line Martin Associates – CFO Automated financial systems for 34-property real estate firm Fieldstead & Company – Chief of Staff Managed $30M philanthropic operations and staff of 20 Coast Hills Community Church – Executive Director of Finance & Admin Managed $5M budget and $7.5M capital campaign ICL Computers (North America) – Treasurer & Controller Oversaw treasury, cash management, and finance for $200M international firm PUBLICATIONS Grant, K. (Various, 2014). The Exemplar Paper Series – Topics on leadership, transformation, and legacy Grant, K. (2009). A Journey Called Metanoia – Contemporary Review Boje, D. & Grant, K. (2011). Storytelling and the Future of Organizations – Routledge CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS & SEMINARS “Leadership Living” – Vancouver, Canada “Now I Have Hope” – Guatemala Leadership Seminar “Live Kind, Be Kind” – Chapman University “Building Your Business Plan” – Taipei, Taiwan “Language of Leadership” – Colorado Tech University “Global Economy & Organizational Change” – Boeing, Long Beach Numerous academic and leadership development workshops globally PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Blind Reviewer – Journal of Management, Spirituality & Religion Member – Standing Management of Organizational Inquiry (SMOI) Member – Soren Kierkegaard Study Group, Psychiatry & Spiritual Forum at UCI < Back Dr. Kevin Grant Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Lucas J. Mather | Kairos Pacific University
Lucas J. Mather serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Professor of Philosophy Academic Degrees & Education Ph.D. in Public Law & American Politics — Dissertation on normative issues in Constitutional Law 4 Master’s degrees in various fields (Philosophy, Biblical Studies, Public Policy, etc.) Diploma in Chinese Mandarin from the Defense Language Institute, Presidio of Monterey, CA Undergraduate & additional graduate studies at institutions including Monterey Peninsula College, Wayland Baptist University (Hawaiʻi), Denver Seminary, Biola University, Loyola Marymount University, Claremont colleges Academic Appointments & Teaching Experience Has taught nearly two decades of undergraduate courses in Philosophy, Humanities, and Politics across Southern California Courses developed and taught include: Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, Logic, Symbolic Logic, Formal Logic, Logic in Practice Western Heritage (Ancient to Medieval), Social Ethics, Philosophy and Popular Culture, Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Contemporary Moral Issues, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, American Founding, International Relations, etc. Has taught at colleges and universities including Moorpark College, California Lutheran University, Pepperdine University, Loyola Marymount, LA City College, Pierce College, LA Mission College, Cal State Northridge, Cal State Fullerton, Mt. San Antonio College, Biola, Azusa Pacific, and others Professional & Other Experience U.S. Navy — Active duty (7 years) in roles including special operations, intelligence, linguist, naval aircrewman, and foreign language training/support Founding Board Member — Orange County Gun Owners (PAC) Podcast Producer & Host — The Republican Professor Writer & Commentator — Regular articles and commentary on constitutional law, public policy, higher education, and cultural issues Publications & Works Numerous articles on constitutional law, executive power, Chevron deference, and related topics on The Republican Professor website Podcast episodes on legal, political, and philosophical themes (available on major platforms) < Back Lucas J. Mather Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Dr. Geoffrey Wattoff | Kairos Pacific University
Dr. Geoffrey Wattoff serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. DR. GEOFFREY WATTOFF ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Union Theological Seminary Ph.D. (Christian Education) M.Div. (Theology) New York University B.A. (Psychology) ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos University: Professor of Counseling and Inner Healing Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity: Executive Director and Founder Logos Evangelical Seminary: Adjunct Professor University of San Francisco: Adjunct Professor Pacific School of Religion: Adjunct Professor Colgate Rochester Divinity School/Crozer Theological Seminary: Assistant Professor Denver Seminary: Assistant Professor of Church History < Back Dr. Geoffrey Wattoff Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Dr. Grace Choi-Kim | Kairos Pacific University
Dr. Grace Choi-Kim serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Garrett Evangelical Seminary, Evanston, IL Ph.D. in Theological Education – 2009 Master of Theological Studies (MTS) Graduated Summa Cum Laude Minor in Systematic Theology Supervisors: Dr. Jack Seymour, Dr. James Poling, Dr. Steve Long Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL 1993- 1997 Union Presbyterian Seminary, Richmond, VA M.A. in Christian Education – 1993 Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Master of Religious Education (cum laude) – 1992 Seoul Women’s University, Seoul, Korea B.A. in German Language & Literature – 1988 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos Pacific University, a Campus of AEU Vice President – Present America Evangelical University Academic Dean – 2019 - 2023 Kairos International University Vice President – 2013 - 2018 Methodist Theological University and Seminary, Seoul, Korea Visiting Scholar & Adjunct Professor – 2011 - 2013 Vision University, Australia Professor, Asia Sites (One-week Intensive Courses) – 2009 - 2013 Mongolia Trinity Bible College, Huree University, UB, Mongolia Professor of Practical Theology & Pastoral Counseling – 2009 - 2011 Huree University, UB, Mongolia Vice President of International Relations – 2008 - 2009 Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley, CA Adjunct Professor – 2002 - 2007 Logos Evangelical Seminary, CA Adjunct Professor – 2004 - 2007 Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, IL Teaching Fellow – 1999 - 2001 LEADERSHIP & RESEARCH INITIATIVES The Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity (ISAAC) Co-Founder & Board Member – 2005 - 2009 Promoted research on Asian North American Christian Studies Developed resources for Christian leadership in multicultural contexts Asian American Women on Leadership (AAWOL) Co-Founder & Researcher – 2006 - 2009 Supported Asian American evangelical women in leadership roles Impact Mission Conference & Organization, Chicago, IL Founder & Director – 1997 - 2000 Mobilized Asian American young adults for global missions PASTORAL & MINISTERIAL EXPERIENCE New Community Presbyterian Church, Chicago, IL Part-time Associate Pastor – 1998 - 2000 Grace Baptist Church, Chicago, IL Christian Education Director – 1993 - 1998 Instructor for Precept Ministry – 1993 - Present COURSES & AREAS OF TEACHING Congregation as a Healing Community Women and Ministry Spiritual Formation & Ministry in Contemporary Culture Family & Gender in Christian Theology Emotionally Healthy Ministry Introduction to Pastoral Care Asian American Ministry in Immigrant Churches Faith & Human Development in Theological Perspectives Holistic Healing: Body, Mind, & Spirit Neuro-Linguistic Psychology & Spiritual Formation PUBLICATIONS & BOOKS Chapter: “Hannah: I Will Never Be the Same Again” – The Yin and Yang of Leadership (Wipf & Stock Press, 2010) Revelation (English-to-Korean Translation) – Precept Ministry Press, 1995 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS Gratitude as a Spiritual Path: The Art of Ministry from the Heart – Association of Professors and Researchers in Religious Education, 2016 How Christianity & Confucianism Impact Second-Generation Korean Women – Asian Pacific Americans & Religion Research Initiative, 2005 Congregation as a Healing Community – APA & Religion Research Initiative, 2001 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Association of Christian Counselors American Academy of Religion Association of Professors & Researchers in Religious Education Religious Education Association Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity Asian American Women on Leadership < Back Dr. Grace Choi-Kim Executive Vice President Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Paul Alan Hertig | Kairos Pacific University
Paul Alan Hertig serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Dr. Paul Alan Hertig Professor of Global Studies and Intercultural Theology ⸻ Academic Appointments & Teaching Experience Azusa Pacific University Professor of Global Studies and Director of Los Angeles Term (2002–2023) World Mission University Professor of Intercultural Studies and Associate Dean (1995–1998) Fuller Theological Seminary Adjunct Instructor in Intercultural Studies (1994–1998) Reformed Presbyterian Seminary Instructor of Theology (1992–1995) Missiology: An International Review Book Editor for Reviews and Books Received (1999–2002) ⸻ Ministerial & Pastoral Experience Active in missional education, community transformation, and theological development Organizer of justice and urban ministry initiatives through Azusa Pacific University Leadership in faith-based academic partnerships and community outreach ⸻ Publications & Works Matthew’s Narrative Use of Galilee in the Multicultural and Missiological Journeys of Jesus (Mellen Biblical Press, 1998) Mission in Acts: Ancient Narratives in Contemporary Context (Co-editor, Orbis, 2004) Landmark Essays in Mission and World Christianity (Co-editor, Orbis, 2009) “The Jubilee Mission of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke: Reversals of Fortunes,” Missiology (1998) “The Great Commission Revisited: The Role of God’s Reign in Disciple Making,” Missiology (2001) “Transforming Theological Education through Experiential Learning in Urban Contexts,” Mission Studies (2002) ⸻ Education Ph.D., Fuller Theological Seminary (1995) Th.M., Fuller Theological Seminary (1993) M.Div., Fuller Theological Seminary (1988) B.A., University of Minnesota (1979) paul.hertig@kairos.aeu.edu < Back Paul Alan Hertig Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today
- Dr. Brian Paulson | Kairos Pacific University
Dr. Brian Paulson serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Liberty University Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision – September 2023 Dissertation: Exploring Resiliency to Burnout: A Phenomenological Study of Addiction Counselors Resilient to Burnout Liberty University M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – December 2017 University of South Florida B.S. in Psychology, Minor in Sociology – July 2015 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Doctoral Clinical Instructor – September 2023 - December 2023 Teaching Intern, Supervision Intern, and Guest Speaker – 2022-2023 City Vision University, Kansas City, MO Adjunct Faculty – May 2024 - Present GC Jewish Family Community Services Licensed Clinician Supervisor – February 2024 - June 2024 Comprehensive Medpsych Outpatient Psychotherapist – February 2023 - February 2024 Cove Behavioral Health Counselor Supervisor – August 2022 - January 2023 AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS Academic Honors: High Distinction – Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision GPA: 4.0 – Doctoral Program PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Avoiding Burnout for Addiction Counselors Through Resilience – AOCC Annual Conference 2023 Developing Peer Mentorship in Counselor Education: A Literature Review – Research Presentation at Liberty University, 2021 The Staying Power of Connection: Best Practices for Retention in Online Master’s Level Counseling Programs – VACES Annual Conference 2023 COURSES TAUGHT Liberty University COUC 505 – Counseling Techniques & The Helping Relationship COUC 698 – Counseling Practicum City Vision University ADC403 – Addiction Counseling Assessment & Treatment Planning ADC503 – Ethical & Legal Issues in Counseling < Back Dr. Brian Paulson Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today












