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  • Dr. Abel Villanueva | Kairos Pacific University

    Dr. Abel Villanueva serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Director of Spanish Program ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Kairos University Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) in Organizational Leadership – In Progress Fuller Theological Seminary M.A. in Pastoral Ministry – 2008 Latin American Theological Studies B.A. in Theology – 2003 National Apostolic Bible College B.A. in Theology – 1992 (Valedictorian) ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & TEACHING EXPERIENCE Kairos University Director of Spanish Program – Present Various Bible Colleges (English & Spanish) Professor – Over 30 years of teaching and lecturing experience MINISTERIAL & PASTORAL EXPERIENCE God's House / Casa de Dios, Anaheim, CA Senior Pastor – 1999–Present (Bilingual, multi-generational Christian church) Casa de Dios, Lake Forest, CA Senior Pastor – 2014–Present Anaheim Apostolic Church Assistant Pastor, Treasurer, and Church Administrator – 7 years SADELA (District Bible College) Director – 5 years Teacher – 7 years Apostolic Assembly (District) Supervisory Sector Elder – Oversaw multiple churches and pastors for 8 years PUBLICATIONS / SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS Regular conference speaker within the Apostolic Assembly and Christian education circles Sermons, training materials, and leadership resources (unpublished but widely used in church settings) Conference speaker to ministers and pastors < Back Dr. Abel Villanueva Director of Spanish Program Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Terry Roseborough | Kairos Pacific University

    Terry Roseborough serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Terry Roseborough Academic Degrees & Education Kairos AEU University PhD Organizational Leadership Tustin : expected graduation: 2025 May Grand Canyon University Mar 2017 PhD Organizational Leadership Phoenix Azusa Pacific University Jun 2008 — May 2011 Master of Education, PPS Credential School Psychology Azusa California State University Mar 2001 — Jun 2005 Bachelor of Science Psychology San Bernardino7/2019 – Present Kairos Pacific University Professor of General Education and Health Education Academic Appointments & Experience School Administrator, Harvest Academy May 2017 — Mar 2019 San Bernardino Reading Interventionist Specialist, Catapult Learning Sep 2016 — May 2017 Ontario Program Manager, Easter Seals Mar 2013 — Aug 2016 Ontario Child Care Director, Roseborough Family Child Care May 2004 — Present Rialto Eligibility worker II, Department of Social Services Jun 1992 — May 2004 Colton < Back Terry Roseborough Director of early childhood ed Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Dr. Dung D. Trinh | Kairos Pacific University

    Dr. Dung D. Trinh serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. DR. DUNG D. TRINH ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Physician Medical Acupuncture Program, 2001-2002 University of California-Los Angeles School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA Residency – Internal Medicine, 1996-1999 Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA MD, 1996 New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY Biological Sciences, 1992 University of California-Irvine, Irvine, CA PROFESSIONAL AND ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Chief Medical Officer, 2017 to Present Irvine Center for Clinical Research, Irvine, CA Kairos University, 2019 to Present Adjunct Professor of General Education Garden Grove CA Physician Investigator, 2009 to Present Irvine Center for Clinical Research, Irvine, CA Medical and Scientific Advisory Board, 2016 to Present Alzheimer’s Orange County, Irvine, CA Board of Directors, 2015 to Present Alzheimer’s Orange County, Irvine, CA Memorial Care Innovation Center Medical Director, 2005 to 2017 Memorial Care Medical Group (formerly Bristol Park Medical Group), Mission Viejo, CA Member of Memorial Care Executive Committee, 2005-2011 Member of Memorial Care Board of Directors, 2005-2013 Chairman of Patient Care Committee, 2005-2017 Utilization Management Committee, 2005-2017 Director, 2002-2017 Memorial Care Medical Acupuncture Clinic (formerly Bristol Park Medical), Mission Viejo, CA Staff Physician, 1999 to 2017 Memorial Care Medical Group (formerly Bristol Park Medical), Mission Viejo, CA President and Founder, 2014 to Present The TongueOut Corporation, Fountain Valley, CA < Back Dr. Dung D. Trinh Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Brian Kim | Kairos Pacific University

    Brian Kim serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Academic Degrees & Education MBA – DePaul University: Marketing (1992) MS – DePaul University: Computer Science and Information System (1995) B.S. – Beloit College, WI: Chemical Engineering and Math (1987) Academic Appointments & Professional Experience Kairos University (2019 – Present) VP and Provost, Professor of Digital Literacy and Economics (2008 – Present) Business advisor and consultant to various domestic and international business clients. Dobu Lifetech. VSST technologies. Helped international investors with acquisitions of mining companies in Mongolia. Advised and consulted on 4 major mining projects acquisitions from various international clients. Mergers and Acquisition EMFA Lab. Startup (2007 – Present*) CEO/General Director/major shareholder for Amerilangui Ujin. Mining, real estate Development Company. Projects and Assets owned: America – Multimillion real estate development and investment firm Korea – Mergers and Acquisition advisory services Mongolia – Tin, tungsten, Molybdenum exploration and development – discovered and proved major tin deposit. Feasibility study and assessment of mining projects ready for the initial public offer (IPO) in Australian Stock Exchange. China – Real-estate development and school development. Liberia Africa- Diamond exploration and development (June 2000 – 2006) LogiLinx Inc., Major Shareholder/Executive Manager. Management Consultant for SAP Implementation Projects. Client: SAPPI Paper, Portland Main Client: Amada America, Buena Park CA. Client: Chemical Lime, Fort Worth TX. Client: Apple Computer, Fremont CA. Client: Flash Electronics, Fremont CA. Client: Lam Research Fremont CA. Client: Degussa, New Jersey (1997 – 2000) SAP America, ERP Senior Global Manager Implementation Consultant, SAP America Westchester, IL. Client: Raytheon, Vienna VA. Client: SAP Germany, Sarbrukin, Germany. Client: CompUSA, Dallas TX. Client: Novus Corp., San Juan, Puerto Rico. Client: OfficeMax, Cleveland OH. Client: Molex, Lisle IL. (1994 – 1997) Business Analyst Manager, Montgomery Ward, Chicago IL. Application Development/Project Manager for Logistics Dept. at Walgreen in Deerfield, IL (1987 – 1993) Chemical Engineer. C.P. Hall Chemical in Bedford Park, IL. < Back Brian Kim VP, Provost Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Timothy Tseng | Kairos Pacific University

    Timothy Tseng 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 Pacific 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 Timothy Tseng Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Sarah Chang | Kairos Pacific University

    Sarah Chang serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. EDUCATION 2014 – 2022 Pacific University, School of Graduate Psychology Doctor of Philosophy, Clinical Psychology 2011 – 2014 State University of New York (SUNY), The College at Brockport Master of Arts, Psychology 2006 – 2010 University of Kansas Bachelor of General Studies, Psychology, with minor in Applied Behavioral Sciences 2002 – 2006 Shawnee Heights High School High School Diploma PROFESSIONAL CLINICAL EXPERIENCE Responsive Centers for Psychology and Learning: Overland Park, KS CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST July 2024 – Present Determine tests to include in comprehensive psychological evaluations. Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for various referral questions; however, primarily for questions related to Autism, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and diagnostic clarity. Integrate information obtained from clinical interviews, collateral contacts, health records, and assessment measures into comprehensive psychological evaluations. Conduct feedback sessions with clients regarding the results of their psychological evaluations. Attend weekly clinic meetings and testing collaboration meetings. Create individualized treatment plans which are grounded in evidence-based practice (EBP) and based on diagnostic assessment and case conceptualization. Perform risk assessments and create safety plans. Complete clinical documentation using Azalea EHR (electronic health records). Utilize evidence-based psychotherapies for the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other comorbid conditions with clients ranging in age from 12 to 65 years. The Guidance Center: Leavenworth, KS OUTPATIENT CLINICIAN I September 2023 – June 2024 Created individualized treatment plans based on diagnostic assessment and case conceptualization. Performed risk assessments and created safety plans. Completed clinical documentation using myAvatar TM EHR. Utilized evidence-based psychotherapies for the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other comorbid conditions with clients ranging in age from seven to geriatric age. Engaged in interpersonal collaboration. Provided 2 Chang supervision to doctoral level practicum students as they administered and scored psychological assessments. Ran a weekly psychological assessment meeting focused on exposing and teaching doctoral level practicum students and interns various psychological measures, scoring, and interpretation of such measures. Determined tests to include in comprehensive psychological evaluations. Conducted comprehensive psychological evaluations for various referral questions; however, primarily for questions related to Autism, ADHD, and diagnostic clarity. Integrated information obtained from clinical interviews, collateral contacts, health records, and assessment scores into comprehensive psychological evaluations. Conducted feedback sessions with clients regarding the results of their psychological evaluations. Attended weekly clinic meetings, monthly Diversity Equity and Inclusion meetings, and weekly didactic seminars. Circare (formally known as Onondaga Case Management Services): Syracuse, NY CASE MANAGER (AOT TEAM) July 2013 – April 2014 One of four case managers in the county on the Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Team, meaning that I specifically worked with adults with serious mental health issues who had histories of noncompliance with mental health treatment and either a prior history of serious physical harm to self/others, or posed a high risk of violence toward self/others. Evaluated and developed Individual Service Plans (ISP) with clients and their supports. Engaged natural and paid supports in the recovery planning process. Utilized Person Centered Planning (PCP) process to discover client’s interests, strengths, and priorities. Used clinical knowledge, engagement, validation, and listening skills in order to promote recovery. Incorporated motivational strategies related to stages of change in recovery plans. Conducted risk assessments and created safety plans for individuals within the clinical and forensic populations. Claire Alternative Learning Center (psychiatric residential treatment facility): Olathe, KS TEACHER August 2010 – May 2011 Developed Individualized Education Programs (IEP) for students between the ages of 5 and 17 with various mental health and developmental disabilities. Planned and led classroom instruction, while also creating positive behavior support opportunities. Taught social skills and collected data on target behaviors. Care provider for adult with multiple mental health diagnoses: Lawrence, KS CARE PROVIDER June 2007 – January 2009 Developed and implemented behavior plan. Aided individual in being active in community. Beach Center on Disability, University of Kansas: Lawrence, KS OFFICE ASSISTANT June 2007 – October 2008 Facilitated research and performed dictation for senior scientists. Conducted literature review searches, organized research, and data entry. POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP The Guidance Center: Leavenworth, KS 3 Chang September 2022 – September 2023 Created individualized treatment plans based on diagnostic assessment and case conceptualization. Performed risk assessments and created safety plans. Completed clinical documentation using myAvatar TM EHR. Utilized evidence-based psychotherapies for the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other comorbid conditions. Engaged in interpersonal collaboration. Provided supervision to doctoral level practicum students as they administered and scored psychological assessments. Determined tests to include in comprehensive psychological evaluations. Conducted comprehensive psychological evaluations for various referral questions; however, primarily for questions related to Autism, ADHD, and diagnostic clarity. Integrated information obtained from clinical interviews, collateral contacts, health records, and assessment scores into comprehensive psychological evaluations. Conducted feedback sessions with clients. Attended weekly supervision, clinic meetings, monthly Diversity Equity and Inclusion meetings, and weekly didactic seminars. PREDOCTORAL INTERNSHIP Collective Care Clinic, LLC/Portland Anxiety Clinic: Portland, OR August 2020 – August 2021 Conducted initial evaluations. Created individualized treatment plans based on diagnostic assessment and case conceptualization. Completed clinical documentation using TherapyNotes TM EHR system. Utilized evidenced-based psychotherapies (specifically, Exposure and Response/Ritual Prevention) for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder and other anxiety-related disorders. Engaged in interprofessional collaboration. Provided supervision to practicum students. Attended weekly supervision, daily staff meetings, and weekly didactic seminars. Conveyed empirical findings to other providers through formal presentation during didactic seminar. 839.5 direct service hours. CLINICAL TRAINING EXPERIENCE Portland State University, Center for Student Health and Counseling: Portland, OR August 2019 – July 2020 Conducted clinical interviews. Determined tests to include in neuropsychological batteries. Independently administered and scored all neuropsychological assessments. Wrote neuropsychological reports based on interviews and test results. Conducted feedback sessions with clients. Co-facilitated a group workshop aimed at improving academic study skills. Co-facilitated Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder information groups. Utilized Point and Click electronic health records system. 51.5 direct service hours. Transitions Professional Center, LLC: Portland, OR September 2018 – July 2019 Worked closely alongside the supervising licensed neuropsychologist during the intake interviews. Independently administered and scored neuropsychological assessment batteries in primarily an older-adult population, where neurodegenerative conditions were primarily seen. The results of each test were interpreted and discussed with the supervising neuropsychologist. Attended weekly meetings where a particularly intresting case, journal article, or condition was presented and discussed. 320 direct service hours. Pacific Psychology and Comprehensive Health Clinic: Hillsboro, OR 4 Chang August 2017 – August 2018 Worked primarily on an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) team but have also had experience on a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) team. Provided individual counseling to those from a primarily low-income setting. Performed risk assessments and created safety plans. Created treatment plans and completed progress notes using EPIC electronic health records system. Attended grand rounds and integrated meetings with naturopathic doctors (NUNM). 70 direct service hours. Onondaga County Department of Mental Health: Syracuse, NY March 2013 – July 2013 Assessed, identified, and coordinated services to meet the needs of individuals with various mental health disorders in order to promote their success in the community environment. Conducted intake interviews and observed psychiatric evaluations. Discussed current needs, goals, and progress with individuals within the clinical and forensic populations in order to develop effective treatment plans for individuals within the clinical and forensic populations. Designed and implemented research investigating the effectiveness of the Assisted Outpatient Treatment program. 300 direct service hours. Mary Cariola Children’s Center: Rochester, NY January 2012 – May 2012 Designed a teaching plan to teach basic skills to children with autism. Collected data on target behaviors and created positive behavior support opportunities. PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT EXPERIENCE Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 Rey Auditory Verbal Learning Test Boston Naming Test Rey Complex Figure Test Brief Visuospatial Memory Test-Revised Test of Memory Malingering California Verbal Learning Test-II Trail Making Test, Parts A & B Complex Ideation Verbal Fluency Delis-Kaplan Executive Function System Victoria Symptom Validity Test Dot Counting Test Wechsler Abbreviated Scale of Intelligence-II Golden Stroop Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale-V Hopkins Verbal Learning Test-Revised Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-V Judgment of Line Orientation Wechsler Test of Adult Reading Line Bisection Test Wechsler Memory Scale-IV Nelson-Denny Reading Test Woodcock-Johnson IV Tests of Achievement Neuropsychological Assessment Battery Woodcock-Johnson IV Tests of Cognitive Abilities Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status 5 Chang REASEARCH ARTICLE PUBLICATIONS Bauer, E., Chang, S., Vik, P. (2026). Using neuropsychological process errors to inform clinical and diagnostic impressions. Practice Innovations. Advance online publication. https://doi/org/10.1037/pri0000315 Vik, P., Legarreta, M., & Riffel, S. (2018). Visual-Spatial Memory and Recall Test (V-SMART): Validity and reliability, The Clinical Neuropsychologist, 32(8), 1451-1474. https://doi.org/10.1080/13854046.2017.1380845 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS Riffel, S., Dorenkamp, M. A., & Vik, P. W. (2018, April). The interactive role of alcohol, exercise, and mood on sleep quality. In K. Green & J. Egusquiza (Chairs), Sleep and alcohol. Symposium presented at the 98 th Annual Convention of the Western Psychological Association, Portland, OR. Riffel, S., McWaters, A., & Vik, P. W. (2018, March). The interactive role of alcohol, exercise, and mood on sleep quality among health professions students. Paper presented at the Annual Convention of the Oregon Academy of Sciences, Newburg, OR. Fields, E., Riffel, S., Pace, B., Tapio, J., & Abwender, D. (2016, May). Understanding the effect of instrumental set on verbal fluency using component score analysis. Symposium presented at the 88 th Annual Meeting of the Midwestern Psychological Association, Chicago, IL. Dasher, N., Vik, P., Riffel, S., Egusquiza, J., Hache, D., & Williams, C. (2015, November). HIV and visuospatial memory: Recall and retrieval using the Northwest Trail Making Test (NWTT). Paper presented at the 35 th Annual Conference of the National Academy of Neuropsychology, Austin, TX. Fields, E., Riffel, S., Pace, B., Tapio, J., & Abwender, D. (2015, November). Verbal fluency performance in depression: An examination of clustering and switching using two coding styles. Poster presented at the 35 th Annual Conference of the National Academy of Neuropsychology, Austin, TX. Riffel, S., Fields, E., Pace, B., Tapio, J., & Abwender, D. (2015, November). Reinforcement sensitivity theory and emotional neuropsychological test performance in psychopathy and depression. Poster presented at the 35 th Annual Conference of the National Academy of Neuropsychology, Austin, TX. Egusquiza, J., Williams, C., Riffel, S., & Vik, P. (2015, April). Alcohol withdrawal symptoms among college students. Poster presented at the 85 th Annual Convention of the Rocky Mountain Psychological Association, Boise, ID. Riffel, S. & Mulvaney, M.K. (2013, April). Mothers and fathers differentially predict delinquency outcomes across Caucasian and African American family contexts. Poster presented at the Society for Research and Child Development, Seattle, WA. Mulvaney, M.K. & Riffel, S. (2011, November). Parenting processes and delinquency across African American and Caucasian family contexts. Poster presented at the Excellence in Child Mental Health Conference, Istanbul, Turkey. GRADUATE RESEARCH LABS 6 Chang Peter Vik, PhD June 2014 – May 2021 Projects included measurement of visuospatial memory; collegiate health behaviors; health behaviors of graduate health professions students  Data collection  Conducted reliability checks  Manuscript co-authorship  Literature reviews  Dissertation research Theresa LaFavor, PhD February 2015 – June 2015 Project Success: pilot study of parenting behaviors and childhood outcome behaviors  Participant recruitment  Administered assessment battery to participants David Abwender, PhD January 2012 – May 2014  Completed my master’s thesis which investigated the cognitive and hemispheric differences between psychopathy and depression by administering an emotional Stroop and an affective go/no-go task, and using Gray’s Reinforcement Sensitivity Theory as a theoretical framework  Co-facilitated a large research project that included two master’s theses  Organized and assigned lab responsibilities to research team  Analyzed data using SPSS Statistics Riffel, S. (2014). Reinforcement sensitivity theory and emotional neuropsychological task performance in psychopathy and depression (Unpublished master’s thesis). State University of New York, The College at Brockport: Brockport, NY. Matthew Mulvaney, PhD August 2011 – May 2013  Conducted literature reviews  Utilized online database from a national longitudinal study to specify a theoretical model based upon the literature  Conducted structural equation modeling using SPSS AMOS  Created and presented posters at conferences Jeffery Snarr, PhD August 2012 – December 2012  Lab manager who created schedules for lab members, assigned cases to be coded to lab members, and ensured responsibilities were met  Data coding, entry, and analysis  Conducted reliability checks UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH LAB Chris Crandall, PhD January 2007 – August 2009  Data collection 7 Chang  Coded data  Conducted literature reviews EXPERIENCES AS AN INVITED SPEAKER Disability Rights and Advocacy – June 2023: Presentation given to the staff at all three locations of The Guidance Center regarding disability rights and how to advocate for those with disabilities within the workplace and the community Navigating the Disability Process – April 2020: Presentation given at Portland State University regarding disability rights and how to obtain disability services/accommodations for both students and employees PAST PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Psychological Association National Academy of Neuropsychology Oregon Academy of Science Rocky Mountain Psychological Association Western Psychological Association PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND TRAININGS American Psychological Association: Telepsychology Best Practices Series: Four-part webinar series detailing the competencies needed for telepractice, including critical ethical, legal, clinical, and technical issues, as well as with reimbursement strategies Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training: Two-day training on how to recognize who may be at risk and how to create and implement safety plans Diversity Training: One-day training on how to serve diverse communities Electronic Health Records Systems: Trained and proficient in Epic and Point and Click Interprofessional Competency: Seven-day training on working with other health professions Military Culture: Core Competencies for Healthcare Professional: Online training focused on understanding the military culture and how clinical practices should be tailored when working with service members Protecting Human Research Participants: National Institute of Health web-based training course. Certification Number: 1559306 PREVIOUS DEPARTMENTAL SERVICES Student Ambassador: Pacific University October 2014 – February 2018 Professional Student Senate Representative: Pacific University September 2014 – August 2015 < Back Sarah Chang Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Sang Hun Roh | Kairos Pacific University

    Sang Hun Roh serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. Sang Hun Roh Academic Degrees & Education Doctor of Clinical Psychology from Wheaton Graduate School in Wheaton, Ill. MA in theology from Wheaton Graduate School MA in Education from Wheaton Graduate School Master of Divinity from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Ill. Academic Appointments & Experience Kairos Pacific University Professor of Psychology and Counseling(Board of Director ) (2019 – Present) Senior Pastor at Nam Seoul Church. Lead pastor of a vibrant church in the suburb of Seoul. (2014 – Present) Board of director of Global Partners and MIRAL Wellfare Foundation . Global mission organization with over 2000 missionaries in over 100 countries. Lead 5 year strategic plan and vision. (2016 – Present) Professor of Counseling and psychology. Kairos Global University & Nehemiah Institute for Christian Studies. Clinical counseling Inner healing Eastern vs Western healing. (1998 – 2006) Professor of Biblical Studies and psychology. Hapdong Seminary & Handong University, Seoul Korea. Biblical studies Psychology and counseling. Publications: Man, Image of God Newe Life, Heart life Love, Addiction, and Spirituality Body and Spirit Words and Meaning and Thoughts. Thankful Heart and Healing. Disease and Spiritual Healing and Relationship Heart, Meditation, Prayer, and Healing < Back Sang Hun Roh Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Ryan Cheng | Kairos Pacific University

    Ryan Cheng serves on the team at Kairos Pacific University, a Christian university in Tustin, California offering theology, ministry, and counseling programs. < Back Ryan Cheng Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

  • Nikki Renee Ruffin | Kairos Pacific University

    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 | Kairos Pacific University

    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 | Kairos Pacific University

    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 | Kairos Pacific University

    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

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