Nikki Renee Ruffin serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION Doctor of Education, Counselor Education and Supervision Northern Illinois University, CACREP Accredited December 2014 Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology, Boston College, 2001 Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, St. Louis University, 1999 PROFESSIONAL LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, State of Illinois Licensed Mental Health Counselor, State of Indiana Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor, State of Illinois Approved Clinical Supervisor, NBCC Career Development Certification, Northern Illinois University Quantitative Research Methodology Certification, Northern Illinois University Distance Education Certification, Northern Illinois University Marriage and Family Certification, Capella University Contemporary Theory in Addictive Behavior, Capella University TEACHING EXPERIENCE Kairos Pacific University - Assistant Professor of Counseling Programs May 2026-Present Walden University- School of Counseling/Clinical Mental Health , Contributing Faculty October 2021 to Present Greenville University, Adjunct Psychology Professor Remote 2020-Present Southern New Hampshire University, Adjunct Humanities Professor Remote 2021 Grand Canyon University, Adjunct Counseling Professor Remote 2012-2018 CLINICAL EXPERIENCE Jesse Brown Veterans Medical Center, Chicago, Il — Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor 2 Clinical Supervisor and Clinician-Contract, H.E.L.P, LLC March 2019-Present Mental Health Specialist III, Cook County Department of Corrections, Chicago IL November 2011 to Present LCPC, Part Time Uptown Psych, Chicago IL January 2019- October 2019 LCPC, Amundson & Schwartz Psychological Consulting, Chicago, IL 2010-2011/2016-2017 On-Call Clinician, Kishwaukee Community Hospital, DeKalb, IL, 2009-2010 Outpatient Care Advocate, United Behavioral Health, Schaumburg, IL, 2006-2008 Case Manager, Mental Health Net, St. Louis, MO, 2006 Therapist II, Comprehensive Mental Health Center, East St. Louis, IL, 2002-2005 In - Home Therapist, Family Preservation Center, Virginia Beach, VA, 2002 Foster Care Case Manager, First Home Care, Portsmouth, VA, 2001-2002 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS Chaves, A.P., et. al., Ruffin N.R. (2001, August). Conceptions of Work: The View from Urban Youth. Poster presented at the 2001 APA Conference in San Francisco, CA Wickman, S., et al., Ruffin N.R. (2008, November) Where Do I Start? Infusing Religion & Spirituality into Professional Counseling Identity & Practice. Presentation at the 2008 ICA Conference in Tinley, Park, IL Fisher, T.A., Ruffin N.R. (2009, March). School Counselor’s Role as Training Parents as Advocates. Presentation at the 2009 ACA Conference in Charlotte, NC Wickman, S. et al., Ruffin N.R. (2009, October). Navigating Spiritual and Religious Talk in Counselor Education. Presentation at the ACES Conference in San Diego, CA Ruffin, N. (2010) The Respect Group: A Qualitative Analysis of Religion and Spirituality in Counselor Education. Presentation at the ASERVIC Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC Ruffin, N. (2010) Talk about Religion: Research on the Impact of Spirituality Focus Group. Presentation at the NCACES Conference in Itasca, IL Ruffin, N. (2012) Integrating Spirituality and Religion into Counseling Supervision. Presentation at the ASERVIC Conference in Sante Fe, New Mexico Ruffin, N. (2014) Integrating Spirituality into Counseling Practicum: A look at Competence and Comfort. Presentation at the NCACES Conference in St. Louis, MO Ruffin, N. (2015) Integrating Spirituality into Counseling Practicum: A Look at Competence and Comfort, Implications for Pedagogy and Practice, Presentation at the IMCA Conference in University Park, IL 5 RESEARCH INTERESTS Spiritual and Religious Issues in Counseling Resilience in Adolescents Career Counseling and Transitions Diversity in Higher Education Counselor Supervision PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS AND SERVICE Illinois Counseling Association American Counseling Association Graduate Student Representative- ACES –ACA Conference 2009, Charlotte, NC ICA Leadership Academy Participant – ICA Conference 2009, Springfield, IL Regional 2 Representative, 2010-2012 - Illinois Counseling Association FELLOWSHIPS AND AWARDS Diversifying Faculty in Illinois Fellowship, Illinois Board of Higher Education –Northern Illinois University 2009-2013 Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year Award, Northern Illinois, Department of Counseling Adult and Higher Education, 2009-2010 Dr. Barbara J. Johnson, Ph.D. Past Chair and Associate Professor of Adult and Higher Education, Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education, Northern Illinois University, Currently Vice President for Accreditation Relations, Higher Learning Commission, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, IL 60604, VM: 312- 881-8129 Email: bjohnson@hlcommission.org Dr. Elaine F. Jones, Ph. D. Undergraduate Advisor, Saint Louis University, currently Assistant Professor, Arcadia University, Department of Psychology 450 S. Easton Road Glenside, PA 19038, VM: 215-572-2990 Email: jonese@arcadia.edu Dr. Lee Covington Rush, Ph.D. Doctoral Dissertation Committee Member, Doctoral Program NIU, Associate Professor Emeritus, Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education Northern Illinois University, Gabel 201N, DeKalb IL 60115 VM: 614-783-2667 Email: leerush@optimum.net Dr. Scott Wickman, Ph.D. Doctoral Dissertation Committee Chair, Doctoral Program NIU, Associate Professor, Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education, Northern Illinois University, Graham Hall 427C, DeKalb IL 60115 VM 815-753-9324 Email: swickman@niu.edu < Back Nikki Renee Ruffin Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Susan George serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. SUSAN GEORGE EDUCATION Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (APA-accredited) Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA Masters in Clinical Psychology (APA-accredited) Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA Masters in Social Work State University of New York at Albany, Albany, NY Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry Siena College, Loudonville, NY LICENSURE Licensed Psychologist, Virginia (0810008692) October 2024-present Licensed Psychologist, Michigan (6301019391) October 2023-present Licensed Psychologist, New York (025295) October 2022-present Licensed Psychologist, Ohio (P.07986) December 2019- present SPECIALIZATIONS Radically Open Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (RODBT) Levels 1-3 May 2024 • Successfully completed levels 1-3 training through the RODBT Institute ADOS Certification October 2020 • Successfully completed the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-Training Workshop through Emory University’s Center for Autism TFCBT-National Certification September 2019 • Successfully completed the Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist Certification Program PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Licensed Psychologist & Consultant November 2024-present Chesapeake Psychological Associates Chesapeake, VA Pediatric Psychologist & Adjunct Faculty January 2024-March 2025 Psychologist & Clinical Child Faculty November 2022-September 2023 Adolescent Inpatient Unit (7W) SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY Director of the Psychological Assessment Services August 2021-October 2022 Clinical Supervisor (August 2020-2021) Page | 3 Consultant May 2020-October 2022 University Psychological Services Association Wright State University, Dayton, OH Assistant Professor October 2019-October 2022 Licensed Clinical Psychologist TEACHING EXPERIENCE Adjunct Professor January 2025-present Marriage and Family Therapy Program Kairos Pacific University, Tustin, CA Adjunct Professor September 2016-present Human Services Counseling Masters Program and Doctoral Program Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA Assistant Professor October 2019-October 2022 School of Professional Psychology Wright State University, Dayton, OH SERVICE Division 56 (Trauma) Reviewer for the APA Convention (2022, 2023) • Mentor for CAPS McNeil’s Scholars Project (2022-2026) Member of College of Health, Education, and Human Services Technology Committee, Wright State University (2022) Member of President’s Council for Inclusive Excellence, Wright State University (2020- 2022) Co-Chair of Selection Committee, School of Professional Psychology, Wright State University (2019-2022) Executive Committee Member, 2015 Practitioner-Scholar Conference of Hampton Roads (2015) Public Relations Committee Member, 2014 Practitioner-Scholar Conference of Hampton Roads (2014) AWARDS APA Minority Fellowship LEAP Fellow: 2022-2024 Cohort 2022 President’s Awards for Faculty Excellence: Early Career Achievement Award • 2013 Culture of Caring Award, Northeast Parent & Child Society PUBLICATIONS Kwong, P., Pak, C., George, S. (2025). People from the Asian diaspora. In M. Temple & Associates. Faith-forward, culturally alert, and responsive counseling (preliminary ed., Cognella. Khoury, N., LePage, E., Carbone, S., Cote, J., George, S., Zhang-James, Y., Duquette, J., Hagen, K. (2024). The feasibility of Trauma Adapted Yoga on a psychiatric inpatient adolescent unit. General Hospital Psychiatry. George, S., Crocker, S., Voltmer, A., James, L. (2022). Transgender Military Veterans Page | 11 in James, L. (Eds), Handbook of clinical health psychology in military & veteran health centers. Springer Press. George, S., Garcia Hernandez, W., James, L. (2022). Military Parenting in James, L. (Eds), Handbook of clinical health psychology in military & veteran health centers. Springer Press. PRESENTATIONS George, S. (2025, September). Graceful Grit. Invited Guest Speaker for the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Nurse Educator Professional Development Day in Grand Rapids, MI. George, S. (2024, October-November). DBT for Medical Professionals. Training for the Inpatient Medical Psychiatric Unit at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. George, S. (2024, September). Safe Spaces in Medicine: Embracing Trauma-Informed Care. Invited Speaker for the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Medical-Surgery Symposium in Grand Rapids, MI. George, S. (2024, September). Managing Our Emotions. Invited Speaker for the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Nurse Educator Professional Development Day in Grand Rapids, MI. George, S. (2024, April-May). DBT for Medical Professionals. Training for the Inpatient Medical Psychiatric Unit at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI. George, S. (2024, April). Treating Psychosis in Adolescents. Invited speaker at the Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital Pediatric Residency Rounds in Grand Rapids, MI. Viloria, K., George, S. (2024, March). Eating Disorders Amongst Asian Americans. CE Workshop at the Christian Association for Psychological Services (CAPS) in Atlanta, GA. George, S. (2023, October). I struggled with…: Incredible stories of everyday battles, trauma, healing, and guidance from experts. Invited Speaker for VOH Culture, Bangalore, India. George, S. (2023, August-September). DBT Skills for an Adolescent Inpatient Unit. Training for the Psychiatric Inpatient Adolescent Unit at SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY. George, S. (2023, July). How Do I Manage My Emotions and My Kid’s Emotions at the Same Time? Workshop for Virginia Beach Department of Social Services-Foster Parent Program, Virginia Beach, VA. George, S. (2023, June). Teens and Social Media. Workshop for Virginia Beach Department Page | 12 of Social Services, Virginia Beach, VA. George, S. (2023, March). Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Workshop for Private Practice, California. George, S. (2023, March). Child Sexual Abuse and Developmental Disabilities. Workshop for the American Psychological Association’s Compact Clinical Series, Washington DC. George, S. (2022, October). Child Sexual Abuse and Developmental Disabilities: Assessment and treatment modifications. Workshop for the Child Emphasis at Wright State University, Dayton, OH. George, S., Jeffs, A., Cooper, B. (2022, August). Hidden Symptoms: Child Sexual Abuse and Developmental Disabilities. CE Workshop at the 2022 American Psychological Association Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Buczewski, J., Johnson, J., George, S. (2022, May). Strategies to Improve Secondary Trauma Among Mental Health Professionals. Poster presentation to be given at the 33rd Annual Boston Trauma Conference in Boston, Massachusetts. Scott, T., Winner, C., Monzalvo, M., Warfield, J., George, S., Ergun, G. (2022, March). Enhancing the IECMHC's Toolbox to Cultivate Antiracism in Young Children. Poster Presentation to be given at the 2022 Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation Conference: Equity from the Start, Virtual Conference. George, S., Richards, D. (2021, December). Emotion Regulation Skills: Part I. Specialized Training for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, OH. George, S. (2021, December). Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills: Part II. Specialized Training for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, OH. George, S., Moses, M. (2021, November). Interpersonal Effectiveness Skills: Part I. Specialized Training for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, OH. George, S., Moses, M., Richards, D. (2021, November). Mindfulness for Child Care Workers: Part II. Specialized Training for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, OH. George, S., Buczewski, J., Saul, S. (2021, October). Nurturing little busy bees: Early child behavior techniques. Invited Guest Training for the Jewish Community Center of Greater Dayton in Dayton, OH. George, S., Moses, M. (2021, October). Mindfulness for Child Care Workers: Part I. Specialized Training for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, OH. George, S., Moses, M. (2021, October). Introduction to Dialectical Behavioral Therapy for Child Care Workers. Specialized Training for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, OH. Page | 13 Buczewski, J., McDonnell, M., Taplin, L., George, S. (2021, August). Psychological Control, Attachment, and Emotion Dysregulation among Parents and Adolescents. Poster presentation at the 2021 American Psychological Association Conference. Dunbar, A., Buczewski, J., McDonnel, M., Taplin, L., George, S. (2021, August). The impact of COVID-19 on medication compliance for youth with mood dysregulation disorders and suggestions for support. Poster presentation at the 2021 American Psychological Association Conference. Buczewski, J., Dunbar, A., McDonnell, M., Saul, S., George, S. (2021, June). Summer Refresh. Workshop for the 5 th Annual Summer Partnership Institute (SPI) in Dayton, OH. Stewart, S., George, S. (2021, May). Relationship Strategies for Adolescents. Workshop for The 5 th Annual Summer Partnership Institute (SPI) in Dayton, OH. George, S., Buczewski, J., Saul, S. (2021, May). Child Behavior Techniques. Invited Guest Training for the Jewish Community Center of Greater Dayton in Dayton, OH. George, S., Buczewski, J. (2021, April). Child Trauma. Training Workshop given for New Beginnings For You in Dayton, Ohio. Jeffs, A., Cooper, B., George, S. (2021, March). Hidden Symptoms: Child Sexual Abuse and Developmental Disabilities. Workshop given at the Ohio Psychological Association, Ohio. George, S. (2021, February). Trauma Counseling. Invited guest speaker for masters level counseling course at DePaul University in Chicago, IL. Chetluru, S., Garcia Hernandez, W., George, S. (2020, October). Radical Self-Care in the Face of Racially Induced Stress. Poster presentation given at the Institute for the Study and Promotion of Race and Culture’s 20 th Annual Virtual Diversity Challenge, Boston, MA. Gupta, A., Neel, M., George, S. (2020, October). Women’s Help-seeking in India: Identification of Existing Gaps in Mental Health Literature. Poster presentation given at the Institute for the Study and Promotion of Race and Culture’s 20 th Annual Virtual Diversity Challenge, Boston, MA. Melchiorre, A., Chetluru, S., Heckaman, R., George, S. (2020, October). The Cost of Misdiagnosis: Culturally Informed Considerations for Autism and Mental Health. Workshop given at the Institute for the Study and Promotion of Race and Culture’s 20 th < Back Susan George Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. Kiem Le serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL Ph.D. in Systematic Theology – 2015 Dissertation: That Complex Whole: Divine Action and Science in Arthur Peacocke Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Deerfield, IL Master of Divinity (cum laude) – 2005 University of California, Davis, CA B.Sc. in Biological Sciences – 1993 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos University Professor of Theology – Present Alliance Evangelical Divinity School, Northern CA Director & Professor of Theology – Present Alliance Evangelical Divinity School, Anaheim, CA Adjunct Professor of Theology – Present Ha Noi Bible College, Vietnam Visiting Professor – 2012 - Present Gateway Seminary, Fremont, CA Adjunct Professor – 2017 - 2019 MINISTERIAL & PASTORAL EXPERIENCE VITAS Healthcare Chaplain & Nationwide Grief Facilitator (Covid-19 Loss Zoom Group) – 2013 - Present Living Word Community Church, San Jose, CA Lead Pastor – 2013 - 2022 Guest Preacher at various local churches in the San Francisco Bay Area RESEARCH & PUBLICATIONS Translation of The Gospel Coalition’s “Foundational Documents” into Vietnamese Book Review: Dictionary of Christianity and Science: The Definitive Reference for the Intersection of Christian Faith and Contemporary Science – Bulletin of Ecclesial Theology, 2018 Vietnamese Translation of John Frame’s Salvation Belongs to the Lord: An Introduction to Systematic Theology – P&R Publishing, 2016 PRESENTATIONS & CONFERENCE CONTRIBUTIONS Some Reflections on the Diaspora Experience – Center for Pastor Theologians Annual Theology Conference, 2021 Theology as Sanctified Imagination – Alliance Evangelical Divinity School, 2021 A Critical Response to Amos Yong on Asian American Evangelical Theology – ISAAC NorCal Scholar Lecture, 2011 The Life of Prayer – Midwest Annual C&MA Vietnamese Conference, 2009 Thinking Christianly about the Culture of Advertising & Consumerism – C&MA Vietnamese District Conference, 2005 COURSES & AREAS OF TEACHING Systematic Theology Contemporary Theology Apologetics Historical Theology Global Theology Theological Education Pastoral Ministry History of the Vietnamese Church PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS Evangelical Theological Society Center for Pastor-Theologians < Back Dr. Kiem Le Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. Gailand ASA Woodward JR serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Academic Degrees & Education • Union Theological Seminary • Ph.D. (Church History) • M.Div. (Theology) • New York University • B.A. (Psychology) Academic Appointments & Experience • Kairos University : Professor of Church History • Canaan Taiwanese Christian Church : Pastor of English Ministries • 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 • Graduate Theological Union/American Baptist Seminary of the West : Associate Professor of American Religious History • American Baptist Seminary of the West : Director of the Asian American Center • Colgate Rochester Divinity School/Crozer Theological Seminary : Assistant Professor • Denver Seminary : Assistant Professor of Church History Awards • Theological Scholar’s Grant • 2006 Association of Theological Schools (Lilly Endowment) • Project: “Persistent Witness: A Documentary History of Asian Protestants in the North American Diaspora” • The Changing Face of American Evangelicalism Research Grant • 2004-2005 Institute for the Study of American Evangelicals (Wheaton College - Luce Foundation) • Project: “The Evangelical Reconstruction of Chinese American Protestantism” • Project on Lived Theology • 2003-2004 University of Virginia (Lilly Endowment Inc.) • Faculty Grant • 2001 Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion (Lilly Endowment Inc.) • Workshop on Teaching & Learning for Theological School Faculty • 2000-2001 Wabash Center for Teaching and Learning in Theology and Religion (Lilly Endowment Inc.) • Participant in the Project on Theology and Race • 2000-2001 University of Virginia (Lilly Endowment Inc.) • Project on Theology and Community • 1997-1998 Loyola College in Maryland (Lilly Endowment Inc.) • Women and Twentieth-Century Protestantism Project Research Grant • 1996-1997 Andover-Newton Theological School & Institute for the Study of American Evangelicals (Pew Charitable Trusts) • Project: “Unbinding Their Souls: Chinese Protestant Women in Twentieth-Century America” • Summer Faculty Research Stipend • 1996 Louisville Institute for the Study of Protestantism and American Culture (Lilly Endowment Inc.) • Project: “Generation to Generation: An Oral-Video History Project Documenting Chinese Protestantism in the United States Since World War II” • Faculty Grants Seminar for Underrepresented Faculty • February 17-19, 1995 Association of Theological Schools • Dissertation Fellowship • 1992-1993 Louisville Institute for the Study of Protestantism and American Culture (Lilly Endowment Inc.) Affiliations • American Academy of Religion • American Historical Association • American Society of Church History • Association for Asian American Studies • Organization of American Historians Publications & Presentations • With David Yoo, “History of Religion in Asian America,” Oxford Handbook of Asian American History (Oxford University Press, forthcoming) • “Religious Leaders,” Asian and Oceanic American Religious Cultures Encyclopedia (ABC-CLIO) • Asian American Christianity: A Reader , Co-edited with Dr. Viji Nakka-Cammauf (Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity, August 2009) • The Growth of Chinese Churches in the Bay Area : The 2008 Report of the Bay Area Chinese Churches Research Project, Co-edited with Dr. James Chuck (Institute for the Study of Asian American Christianity, March 2009) • Conversations on Forming Asian American Evangelical Theologies , Co-edited with D.J. Chuang (L2 Foundation, 2006) • Asian American Religious Leadership Today: A Preliminary Inquiry (Duke Divinity School, 2005) • “Exploring Asian American Christianity: Its Past, Present, and Future,” American Baptist Quarterly XXI:3 (September, 2002) • “Celebrating the Sesquicentennial of Rochester Theological Seminary,” American Baptist Quarterly XX:2 (June, 2001) Books • Book Chapter : “The Multicultural Future of American Evangelicalism,” in The Future of Evangelicalism in America (Columbia University Press, forthcoming) • Book : Trans-Pacific Transpositions: Protestantism in Chinese America (tentative title) • Book : Persistent Witness: A Documentary History of Asian American Christianity , co-edited with Hyung Shin Park • Book Chapter : “Children of Light: Following Jesus in Public Life” in Honoring the Generations: Learning with Asian North American Congregations (Judson Press, 2012): 148–168 • “Polity, Theology, and Ethnicity: Three Factors in the History of Asian American Baptists in Twentieth-Century America” in Baptist History Celebration – 2007 (Particular Baptist Press, 2008): 488-496 • “Beyond Orientalism and Assimilation: The Asian American as Historical Subject” in Realizing the America of Our Hearts: Theological Voices of Asian Americans (Chalice Press, 2003): 55-72 • “Trans-Pacific Transpositions: Continuities and Discontinuities in Chinese North American Protestantism,” in Revealing the Sacred in Asian and Pacific America (Routledge, 2003): 241-271 Teaching • American Religious History • Asian American Christianity (also as a GTU Ph.D. seminar) • Cultures of East Asia: Philosophy & Religion • Evangelicalism and Pentecostalism in the Modern World • History of Christianity courses (Early, Medieval, Reformation, Modern, Global, and Multicultural Perspectives) • History of Trans-Pacific Christianity Since 1500 • Race and Religion in U.S. History (also as a GTU Ph.D. seminar) • Religion in 20th Century United States: An Oral History Approach • Religion in the American West (GTU Ph.D. seminar) • Women and Religion in U.S. History < Back Dr. Gailand ASA Woodward JR Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. Brian W. Albright serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership / 2014 Eastern University, Philadelphia, PA Dissertation - When Business Is the Mission: Faith-Based Social Business in Sub-Saharan Africa Master of Arts in Intercultural Studies / 2008 Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA International Development Concentration Master of Arts in Business Administration / 2000 Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration / 1996 Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA WORK EXPERIENCE Adjunct Professor of Business and Management/ June 2018-current Kairos University, Fullerton, CA Associate Professor of Business and Management, Chair of Traditional Undergraduate Department / June 2013-current Hope International University, Fullerton, CA < Back Dr. Brian W. Albright Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. Jin Han 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 Psychology, Marriage and Family Talbot Theological Seminary Master of Divinity in Practical Theology University of California, Irvine Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos University Professor of Counseling Grace Mission University Adjunct Professor Methodist Theological Seminary in America Adjunct Professor Kernel University Adjunct Professor CHURCH MINISTRY EXPERIENCE Church of Southland (Multi-ethnic church) Singles Ministry & Counseling Ministry Pastor Urim Church Senior Pastor Sammul Church Marriage & Family Ministry Director / Associate Pastor Mission Community Church Education & Family Ministry Pastor Cerritos Oriental Mission Church Director of Young Adult Department, Pastor LA Oriental Mission Church Director of Education Department, Pastor Westhills Presbyterian Church English Ministry Pastor PARACHURCH & COLLEGE MINISTRY UCLA KCCC (Korean Campus Crusade for Christ) Staff Member Korean Campus Crusade for Christ Bible Study / Worship Leader Bible Study Leader Foreign Students Bible Study Leader Little Spark Mission Leader Dr. Jin Han is currently the Professor of Counseling at Kairos University. He has multiple years of experience in ministry and counseling within church ministries as well as plethora of universities. Ph.D. in the School of Psychology, Marriage and Family, Master of Divinity in Practical Theology, Bachelor of Social Science in Psychology. < Back Dr. Jin Han Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Neil Cole serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Neil Cole Academic Degrees & Education America Evangelical University, Gardena, CA Doctor of Divinity Grace Theological Seminary, Winona Lake, IN M.Div (New Testament) California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach, CA B.A. (Fine Art) Academic Appointments & Experience Kairos Pacific University Professor of Church Development Starling Initiatives and SIPS (Starling Initiatives Publications Series) Founder and catalyst Church Multiplication Associates/CMAResources.org Executive Director100movements Co-founderStraight Ways and social entrepreneur at Black Coffee IncVice President Grace Fellowship of Alta Loma, Alta Loma, CASenior Pastor Grace Brethren Church, Long Beach, CACollegiate Ministry Director Publications & Presentations Raising Leaders for the Harvest with Dr. Robert Logan (ChurchSmart, 1995) Beyond Church Planting with Dr. Robert Logan (Church Smart, 2005) Organic Church Planter’s Greenhouse with Dr. Paul Kaak (CMAResources, 2001) TruthQuest: A Theological Learning System (CMAResources, 2010) Books Cultivating a Life for God (ChurchSmart, 1998) Organic Church (Jossey-Bass, 2005) Outreach Mag Resource of the YrSearch & Rescue (Baker Books, 2008) Organic Leadership (Baker Books, 2010) Church 3.0 (Jossey-Bass, 2010) Journeys to Significance (Jossey-Bass, 2011) Outreach Mag Resource of the Yr Church Transfusion (Jossey-Bass, 2012) Outreach Mag Resource of the YrPrimal Fire (Tyndale, 2014)One Thing (Thomas Nelson, 2016) Rising Tides (SIPS, 2018)PRAY (SIPS, 2020) < Back Neil Cole Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Brandon Gipson serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Valdosta State University Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), 2013 University of North Georgia B.A. in History, 2009 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Altus AFB Library, Department of the Air Force Supervisory Librarian / Library Director, 2020–2024 Directed library operations serving more than 5,000 patrons and managed NAF/APF budgets with 100% compliance. Air University Library, Department of the Air Force Chief of Acquisitions, 2018–2020 Led the Acquisitions Department for the largest federal library outside of the Library of Congress and managed global procurement of academic resources. Rosenblum Library, Department of the Air Force Supervisory Librarian / Library Director, 2016–2018 Served as sole librarian and director for the overseas facility at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea. Robert F. Sink Library, Department of the Army Public Services Librarian, 2013–2016 Led circulation, interlibrary loan, and acquisition services for 101st Airborne Division personnel. University of North Georgia, Library Technology Center Supervisor of Nights and Weekends, 2011–2013 Supervised archival maintenance of Special Collections and ensured federal copyright compliance. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Gipson Properties Owner / Property Manager, 2024–Present Oversees property management operations, including tenant relations, lease administration, maintenance coordination, financial oversight, budgets, vendor contracts, and property acquisition and disposition strategy. AWARDS Department of the Air Force Exemplary Civilian Service Medal, 2024 97th Force Support Squadron Supervisory Civilian of the Year, 2023 PROFESSIONAL TRAINING NAF HR Supervisor Training, 2021 Civilian Personnel Management, 2018 USAF Supervisor Training, 2017 < Back Brandon Gipson Librarian Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. David Alabran serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Provident University Ph.D. in Psychology – 2018 Mosten Mediation Certificate in Conflict Resolution/Divorce Mediation Training – 2015 Sober Living Network Certified Sober Living Manager – 2015 Azusa Pacific University M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy – 1994 Emphasis on the Integration of Theology and Psychology California State University, Fullerton B.A. in Psychology – 1991 San Clemente Police Department Chaplaincy Training – 1989 Saddleback College A.A. Degree – 1988 Billy Graham School of Evangelism Evangelism Certificate – 1986 Fuller Theological Seminary Signs & Wonders and Church Growth (John Wimber) – 1983 Calvary Chapel of Costa Mesa Pastoral Training Completion – 1982 Calvary Chapel of Dana Point Pastoral Training Completion – 1981 Calvary Chapel Bible College Certificate in Biblical Studies – 1980 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Karis Global University Associate Professor – 2018 – Present MA Program Design and Teaching in: Spiritual Formation & Pastor-Church Development Marriage Therapy Healing & Recovery Cross-Cultural Missions Training Trinity College of Graduate Studies Adjunct Professor – 1997 – 2002 Taught: Clinical Skills I, II, III Marriage Counseling Healing of Memories Group Psychotherapy Berean Seminary Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Counseling – 1995 Taught: Pastoral Counseling Marriage & Family Counseling Calvary Chapel Bible College Professor of Bible – 1989 – 1990 Taught: Pauline Epistles Evangelism & Discipleship Person and Work of the Holy Spirit Homiletics Led street evangelism MINISTERIAL & PASTORAL EXPERIENCE Capo Beach Calvary Pastor to Singles – 1993 – 1994 Pastor to College Group – 1991 – 1992 Calvary Chapel of Dana Point Lay Pastor – 1981 – 1988 Led New Believers Classes, Prayer Ministry, Bible Studies Weekly Street Evangelism Contributed to a successful church plant in Oceanside, CA Billy Graham Crusade (Anaheim, CA) Field Supervisor – 1986 New Life Campus Ministries at Saddleback College President – 1986 – 1988 Professional Counseling Experience Amazing Marriages (Founder) – 2016 – Present Counseling, workshops, and seminars on dating, marriage, and relationships Founded the “OC Amazing Marriages & Relationships” Meetup Group with 100+ members Abundant Life Ministries (Founder) – 2009 – Present Workshops, seminars, and pastoral consulting Ministry and staff development, marriage counseling, small groups, and recovery support Private Practice (Self-Employed) – 2002 – Present Licensed MFT, pastoral counselor, and consultant Capistrano Valley Counseling Center MFT Intern and Pastoral Counselor – 1994 – 2002 Alpha Care Psychiatric Hospital Staff Psychotherapist (MFT Intern) – 1991 – 1996 Marriage and Family Matters Counseling Center MFT Trainee/Intern – 1991 – 1994 Capistrano by the Sea Psychiatric Hospital Mental Health Worker – 1991 – 1996 Worked in adolescent, adult, and chemical dependency units SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS & LEADERSHIP Featured speaker since 1985 at numerous retreats, churches, and workshops covering: Pastoral Counseling Training “How We Heal” “Creating Love Marriage Workshop” “Total Recovery” Workshop And more (list of topics available upon request) < Back Dr. David Alabran Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Linda Thompson serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Academic Degrees & Education Saint Louis University Ph.D. in Counseling/Education, Marriage and Family Therapy Dissertation: Father Absence and Adolescent Female Development University of Missouri, Kansas City M.A. in Counseling and Guidance Northeast Missouri State University B.A. in Mass Communications Academic Appointments & Experience New York University Adjunct Professor, Mental Health Counseling Program – 2019 - Present Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine Director of Masters Programs & Adjunct Faculty – 2020 - Present National Louis University Full Professor & Director of Training – 2019 - 2020 Argosy University Full Professor & Director of Clinical Training – 2018 - 2019 Holy Family University Director, Counseling Psychology Programs – 2012 - 2016 Publications & Presentations Beyond Thought, Intent, and Plan in Suicide Assessment – Department of Health Mental Health Symposium (2022) Understanding and Preventing Suicidality in Veterans – MGCA Professional Development Day (2019) Out of Control Porn Usage and Porn Addiction – IAMFC Annual Conference (2017) < Back Linda Thompson Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Dr. Deanna Towns serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. BIOGRAPHY Deanna Towns earned her bachelor's degree in social work from University of Georgia, her master's in marriage and family therapy from Liberty University in Virginia, and her doctorate in counselor education and supervision at Regent University in Virginia. She previously worked as an adjunct professor at Regent University and as a clinical mental health counselor in private practice. She is involved in educating students and supervisors cross-culturally and establishing the profession of counseling in Eastern Europe. AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION Clinical Supervision; Trauma and Abuse; Development of Counseling Internationally; Virtues in Learning Acquisition; Cultural Diversity; Mentoring ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION University of Georgia — B.S.W., 1993 Liberty University — M.A. in Marriage & Family Counseling, 2011 Regent University — Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision, 2021 COURSES TAUGHT Theories and Techniques of Counseling; Clinical Assessment and Intervention; Multicultural Counseling and Social Justice; Practicum; Internship I and II; Theories and Techniques of Career Counseling; Child and Adolescent Counseling; Individual and Family Assessment; Supervision and Consultation; Theories of Family Therapy; Ethics, Professional Orientation, and Legal Issues; Advanced Skills and Practicum; Human Sexuality. AWARDS Outstanding Service to Chapter Award (Alpha Omega Lambda chapter of Chi Sigma Iota) PRESENTATIONS Invited Presentations and Trainings Evans, A., & Towns, D. (2023, January 25). Self-care, compassion fatigue, and burnout: A clinician's ethical responsibility [Half-Day Seminar]. University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Continuing Education, Red Cliff Community Health Center, Bayfield, WI. Evans, A., Nelson, J., & Towns, D. (2022, October 28). Self-care, compassion fatigue, and burnout: A clinician's ethical responsibility [Online Half-Day Seminar]. University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire, WI. Evans, A., Nelson, J., & Towns, D. (2022, March 4). Self-care, compassion fatigue, and burnout: A clinician's ethical responsibility [Seminar]. Nystrom and Associates, Ltd., Arden Hills, MN. Zaporozhets, O., Kreimeyer, J., & Towns, D. (2017, October). Standardization of mental health services for military members and their families in Ukraine. Presented at the Seminar for Ukrainian Military Psychologists and Government Administrators in Mental Health and Psychological Support Services, facilitated by the Administration of the President of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine. Zaporozhets, O., Stafford, K., & Towns, D. (2017, October). Suicide prevention among service members and implementation of master's and post-graduate programs for psychologists. Round table discussion facilitated by the National Guard of Ukraine, Kyiv, Ukraine. Towns, D. L. (2017, October 17). Resilience in Military Families. Round table: Resilience and stress resistance of contemporary Ukraine: Consequences of war and mental health, facilitated by Golda Meir Ukraine-Israeli Institute of Strategic Research, National Academy of Government under the President of Ukraine, and Ariel University (Israel). Presented and broadcasted on National News Agency of Ukraine (official Ukraine government channel), UKRINFORM, Kyiv, Ukraine. National and International Conference Presentations Towns, D. L. & McKinney, C. (2024, March 21-23). Aligning spiritual purpose with professional practice: Supervision of self and others. [Education]. Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS), Atlanta, GA, United States. Towns, D. L., & Jones, A. (2021, September 5-11). Developing a culturally humble supervisor: Implications for personal development, the supervisory alliance, and client care. [Education]. Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES), Atlanta, GA, United States. Towns, D. L., & Jones, A. (2021, March 26-27). Developing a culturally humble supervisor: Implications for personal development, the supervisory alliance, and client care. [Academic/Research]. Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS), Virtual Conference. Runyan, H., & Towns, D. L. (2019, October 10-13). Improving persistence and accelerating dissertation completion rates through use of detailed timelines [Education session]. Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES), Seattle, WA, United States. Towns, D. L. (2018, May 27). Enhancing the family system as a resource for growth, resiliency, and recovery . Presented at the 5th International Scientific-Clinical Conference of Christian Psychologists, facilitated by Ukraine Catholic University, L'viv, Ukraine. Palen, C., & Towns, D. (2018, May 27). Addressing secondary trauma in the family system. Workshop at the 5th International Scientific-Clinical Conference of Christian Psychologists, facilitated by Ukraine Catholic University, L'viv, Ukraine. Kellums, M., Zaporozhets, O., & Towns, D. L. (2017, March). Cultural factors in effective supervision between Ukrainian supervisees and non-Ukrainian supervisors. Poster presented at the annual conference of Christian Association of Psychological Studies, Chicago, IL. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor (NC) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor / Supervisor (MN) Nationally Certified Counselor PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS American Counseling Association (ACA) Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES) Christian Association for Psychological Studies (CAPS) J. Derek McNeil Scholars Project board member Chi Sigma Iota International Mental Health Consulting, Inc., Vice President & Secretary < Back Dr. Deanna Towns Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Tony Richie serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION London School of Theology/Middlesex University, London, England Ph.D. in Systematic Theology Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, KY D.Min. in Christian Leadership Church of God Theological Seminary, Cleveland, TN M.Div. Carson-Newman College, Jefferson City, TN B.A. in Philosophy-Religion (Minor in Biblical Languages) ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Kairos University Adjunct Professor of Theology Church of God Ordained Bishop, Pastoral roles since 1983 (Indian Creek: 7 years, Murfreesboro: 6 years, Greeneville: 1 year, New Harvest: 19+ years) Murfreesboro, TN District District Overseer, Member of the Middle Tennessee Ministerial Marriage Screening Committee Tennessee State Board of Ministerial Development Member, 1996-98 Tennessee World Missions Board Member since 2014; Committee Chair since 2017 Society for Pentecostal Studies Liaison to the Interfaith Relations Commission of the National Council of Churches (USA), 2003-present Pentecostal Representative on Interreligious Dialogue and Cooperation, World Council of Churches (Geneva), 2005-present Pentecostal Representative on the Commission of the Churches on International Affairs (NGO to the United Nations), 2007-present National Council of Churches Member, Theological Task Groups on Christian Zionism and “A Common Word” response to Islam Editorial Roles Book Reviewer for Pneuma Review , Pneuma Informer , Pneuma: Journal of the Society for Pentecostal Studies , Religious Studies Review , and Evangelical Review of Theology , 2005-present Leadership Roles Co-Chair, Church of God/Mennonite Church USA Dialogue, 2007-2016 Elected Leader, Society for Pentecostal Studies Ecumenical Studies Group, 2008-2014 Executive Council Member, Day of Prayer and Action for Children with Arigatou International, 2010-present Board of Directors, Appalachian Ministries Education Resource Center (AMERC), 2010-present Facilitator, Pastoral Covenant Group, 2012-present Committee Member, Religious Leadership, Civil Discourse, and Democracy Project (Ford Foundation Freedom of Expression Grant), 2013-present AWARDS Carson-Newman College Dean’s List (1985-88), Presidential Scholarship (1985-88), Who’s Who in American Colleges (1988), Graduated cum laude Church of God Ministerial Internship Program Five-Year Excellence Award (2007) AFFILIATIONS Philosophy Honors Society (Phi Sigma Tau) Society for Pentecostal Studies American Academy of Religion American Association of Christian Counselors PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS “Church of God Hosts Executive Director of Mennonite Church USA,” Faith News Network , August 12, 2012. “Pastor Presents in Historic China Meeting,” Faith News Network , August 13, 2012. “Pastor Presents to National Council of Churches,” Faith News Network , November 23, 2010. “Is it Full Partnership or Partial? The Church of God Struggles with the Role of Women,” The Pneuma Informer , July-August 2010. “Pentecostal Presence at National Council of Churches of Christ General Assembly a Historic Occasion,” The Pneuma Informer , January-February 2010. “Pentecostals Needed: New NCC Director Partners with Pentecostals,” The Pneuma Review 11:4 (Fall, 2008), pp. 14-19. “Special Report: False Accusation Made against National Council of Churches,” Pneuma Foundation , October 2007. BOOKS Essentials of Pentecostal Theology: An Eternal and Unchanging Lord Powerfully Present & Active by the Holy Spirit (Wipf & Stock, 2020). Pentecostal Theology and Ecumenical Theology: Interpretations and Intersections , ed. Peter Hocken, Tony Richie, and Christopher A. Stephenson (Brill, 2019). Pentecostal Explorations of Holiness Today: Words from Wesley , co-authored with Randall Howard (CPT, 2017). Encountering Cornelius Today: Toward a Pentecostal Theology of Religions (CPT Press, 2013). Speaking by the Spirit: A Pentecostal Theology of Testimony for Interreligious Dialogue (Emeth Press, 2011). Contributed Chapters in Routledge Handbook of Pentecostal Theology (Routledge, 2020), From Northampton to Azusa (Indiana University Press, 2019), and others. TEACHING Pentecostal Theological Seminary Lecturer in Theology, Historical & Doctrinal Theology Regent University Divinity School Systematic Theology Lee University/Church of God Theological Seminary Pastoral Leadership and Theology Church of God Seminary of South America Pastoral Leadership Church of God Christian Mission and Evangelism, Contemporary Religious Pluralism, Pentecostal Worship < Back Tony Richie Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today