Professor of Philosophy Academic Degrees & Education Ph.D. in Public Law & American Politics — Dissertation on normative issues in Constitutional Law 4 Master’s degrees in various fields (Philosophy, Biblical Studies, Public Policy, etc.) Diploma in Chinese Mandarin from the Defense Language Institute, Presidio of Monterey, CA Undergraduate & additional graduate studies at institutions including Monterey Peninsula College, Wayland Baptist University (Hawaiʻi), Denver Seminary, Biola University, Loyola Marymount University, Claremont colleges Academic Appointments & Teaching Experience Has taught nearly two decades of undergraduate courses in Philosophy, Humanities, and Politics across Southern California Courses developed and taught include: Introduction to Philosophy, Ethics, Logic, Symbolic Logic, Formal Logic, Logic in Practice Western Heritage (Ancient to Medieval), Social Ethics, Philosophy and Popular Culture, Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, Contemporary Moral Issues, Constitutional Law & Civil Liberties, American Founding, International Relations, etc. Has taught at colleges and universities including Moorpark College, California Lutheran University, Pepperdine University, Loyola Marymount, LA City College, Pierce College, LA Mission College, Cal State Northridge, Cal State Fullerton, Mt. San Antonio College, Biola, Azusa Pacific, and others Professional & Other Experience U.S. Navy — Active duty (7 years) in roles including special operations, intelligence, linguist, naval aircrewman, and foreign language training/support Founding Board Member — Orange County Gun Owners (PAC) Podcast Producer & Host — The Republican Professor Writer & Commentator — Regular articles and commentary on constitutional law, public policy, higher education, and cultural issues Publications & Works Numerous articles on constitutional law, executive power, Chevron deference, and related topics on The Republican Professor website Podcast episodes on legal, political, and philosophical themes (available on major platforms) < Back Lucas J. Mather Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

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

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

Academic Degrees & Education 2007 Brunel University/London School of Theology London, England Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) (Practical Theology) 1989 Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary Evanston, Illinois Master of Divinity (M.Div.) 1982 National College of Education Evanston, Illinois Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Dual Major, Mathematics/ Elementary Education Other Qualifications & Awards - Christians for Biblical Equality International Lifetime Achievement Award, 2017 - Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary’s Center for the Black Experience (CBE) 45 Outstanding Alums, 2016 - Wiley College’s Women of Excellence Award, 2014 - Member, International Society of Theta Phi - Named a Christian Woman Role Model in Preaching for 1998 by the Ecumenical Coalition on Women and Society Academic Appointments Northeastern Seminary Roberts Wesleyan University Rochester, New York Litfin Divinity School Wheaton College Wheaton, Illinois Northern Seminary Lisle, Illinois Huntingdon College Montgomery, Alabama Luther Seminary St. Paul, Minnesota Adjunct Professor (2026- present) Visiting Scholar in Practical Theology (2026-present) President and Professor of Homiletics (2024 – 2025) Chapman-Benson Scholar in Residence (2024) Visiting Professor of Religion (2023-2024) Professor of Biblical Preaching, (2020 – 2024) Vice President of Academic Affairs and Academic Dean Northern Seminary Lisle, Illinois Wesley Biblical Seminary Ridgeland, Mississippi Indiana Wesleyan University Marion, Indiana Wesley Seminary at Indiana Wesleyan University Marion, Indiana Fuller Theological Seminary Pasadena, California (2020 – 2022) Associate Professor of Biblical Preaching (2019 – 2020) Adjunct Professor (2022) Adjunct Professor (2020, 2022) Affiliate Professor of Practical Theology (2018) Associate Professor of Practical Theology (2017 – 2018) Assistant Professor of Preaching (2012 –2017) Academic Liaison to the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies (2015 -2017) Founding Associate Dean for the William E. Pannell Center for African American Church Studies (2015) Associate Dean for African American Church Studies (2012 – 2015) Duke University Divinity School Durham, North Carolina Visiting Professor of Preaching (2008 - 2012) Associate Dean for Church Relations (2008 – 2012) Associate Dean for Black Church Studies (2009 – 2012) Associate Dean for Lifelong Learning (2008- 2009) Asbury Theological Seminary Wilmore, Kentucky Assistant Professor of Preaching (2003 – 2007) Instructor of Preaching (2001 – 2003) Director of Student Life (1999 – 2001) Director of Women and Ethnic Ministries (1997 – 1999) < Back Rev. Joy J Moore Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

Professional Summary Lesley Russell is an educational reformer, speaker, and advocate for transformational, Christ-centered education. She is the founder of EQUIP 210 , a national K-12 alternative and hybrid education program, and Next Generation Ministries , which focuses on helping students discover their purpose. Lesley also hosts the podcast Reinventing Education with Leaders and Visionaries , where she explores innovative education models and leadership strategies. Education Master’s in Secondary Education – Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY Bachelor of Arts in English – Gettysburg College, Gettysburg, PA Work Experience President & Founder – EQUIP 210 (2023 - Present) Founded and leads EQUIP 210 , a K-12 Alternative/Hybrid Educational Program with national and global influence. Oversees operations, strategic planning, and expansion efforts. Developed a leadership training program to establish EQUIP 210 campuses based on seven core values: Love, Grace, Kindness, Honor, Obedience, Excellence, and Courage . Provides guidance in leadership, curriculum design, IT platforms, scheduling, community engagement , and faith-based education. Built strategic partnerships with universities, trade schools, and community organizations to empower students in discovering their unique purpose. Designed teacher training programs focused on student-centered learning, interactive lesson planning, and identity-based education to foster a purpose-driven learning environment. President & Founder – Next Generation Ministries / Independent Learning Academy (2012 - 2023) Established Southern California’s largest homeschool hybrid movement , serving thousands of students. Acted as Executive Director , overseeing multiple campuses and training campus directors in management and leadership. Pioneered a Christ-centered homeschool hybrid education model , engaging students, parents, and educators in a faith-based learning community. Developed a scalable, sustainable hybrid education framework , setting a precedent for similar models nationwide. Built partnerships with local organizations and educational institutions to enhance student opportunities and resources. Trained teachers and staff to equip students as change-makers with personalized education pathways. Charter Head – Trail Life Troop 7401 (2017 - 2023) Founded the first Trail Life troop in Southern California , mentoring fathers in leadership and training them in Trail Life’s values and structures. Organized community outreach initiatives , including camping and hiking events , to encourage youth engagement. Developed a structured badge-earning program for youth, supporting the national Trail Life organization . Expertise ✔ Educational Reform ✔ Leadership Development ✔ Curriculum Design ✔ Hybrid Education ✔ Community Building ✔ Teacher Training ✔ Public Speaking ✔ Podcasting ✔ Partnership Building ✔ Youth Mentorship Ambassador & Consultant Roles Don’t Mess with Our Kids – Trained by Jenny Donnelly to educate pastors, churches, and community leaders on child protection in schools. Children’s Educational Act – Partnered with Mayor Kevin McNamee on an Educational Savings Account initiative for inclusion on the 2026 California ballot. Third Education Revolution/Truth and Transformation – Collaborating with global leaders on reforming education at an international level . Turning Point USA – Speaker at national events , advocating for alternative education solutions . Billion Soul Harvest/Global Education Forum – Collaborated with world leaders at the 2024 South Korea summit to transform global education. < Back Lesley Russell Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

EDUCATION 2023 – Master of Fine Arts, Creative Writing (in progress), Butler University, Indianapolis, IN. 2022 – Master of Fine Arts, English, Creative Writing, Lesley University, Boston, MA. 2016 – Doctor of Education, Educational Psychology, La Sierra University, Riverside, CA. 2019 – Master of Science, Educational Counseling/PPS Credential, University of La Verne, La Verne, CA. 2010 – Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy, Hope International University, Fullerton, CA. 2009 – California Association of Alcohol and Drug Counselors Certificate, Christian Institute, Milpitas, CA. 2006 - Master of Arts, Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary, Pasadena, CA. 2006 - Master of Arts, Ministry, Pastoral Counseling, Simpson University, Redding, CA. 1991 - Master of Arts, English, Creative Writing (GPA 4.0, Summa cum Laude), Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. 1987 - Bachelor of Arts, Liberal Studies – Psychology, History, English - University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 1984 - Associate of Arts, Journalism, Ventura College, Ventura, CA. PROFESSSIONAL CREDENTIALS AND LICENSES Indiana K-12 School Counselor License. Valid, Exp 2/14/2026 California K-12 Pupil Personnel Services Credential. Valid, Exp 3/2/2029 Nevada K-12 School Counselor Teacher License. Valid, Exp 01/26/2029 Indiana Professional Licensing Marriage and Family Therapist, License 35002393A. Valid California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License, 52882. Valid Nevada Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, License, 1005. Valid CADAC-II Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification. Valid Kairos Pacific University - Assistant Professor April 2026-Present Crisis Intake Coordinator, Ascension St. Vincent Stress Center, Indianapolis, IN, 2024-Present, & MFT Intern Supervisor, Central Psychological Services, Greenwood, IN, 2025-Present. EDUCATIONAL/ACADEMIC POSITIONS INSTRUCTOR OF ADDICTION STUDIES – California Consortium of Addiction Professionals, Long Beach, CA. 2018 to 2020. PROFESSOR OF ENGLISH – Ventura County Community College District, Ventura, CA. ADJUNCT PROFESSOR OF HUMAN SERVICES – California State University Dominquez Hills, CA. 2014-2015. HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL – Ojai, CA. 2002-2003 Ventura County Christian High School – Ventura, CA. 1997-2003 GRADUATE ASSISTANT DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH – Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS CLINICAL DIRECTOR – Renaissance Center for Expressive Therapy and Counseling, Ventura, CA. 2016 to 2023. LICENSED MARRIAGE AND FAMILY THERAPIST (LMFT/CADC-II) – Ventura Counseling Center, Ventura, CA. 2013-2017 BEHAVIORAL HEATLH CLINICIAN III (LMFT/CADC-II) – County of Ventura, Santa Paula Adult Mental Health and Simi Valley Alcohol/Drug Programs. 2010-2014. AWARDS 2007 – Commissioned Kentucky Colonel – Awarded Kentucky’s Highest Military Honor for Civilian Community Service and Leadership by Governor Ernie Fletcher. 1991 - Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society – Summa cum Laude Graduate in English, MA, 4.0 GPA Northern Arizona University. 1983 - Ventura College Outstanding Writer Award in Journalism. Published Poetry In: Ekstasis, Syzygy, Dog Music and Anthology by Simmerman and Dumar, < Back Jeff Avants Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Doctor of Worship Studies, The Institute for Worship Studies, Jacksonville, FL, 2012 Emphasis: Theology, Spiritual Formation, and Ministry Master of Arts in Worship Leadership, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, 2006 Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA, 1998 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Director of Worship Quest Institute for Worship Leadership and Formation; Professor of Worship and Practical Theology, Kairos Pacific University, Tustin, CA — 2025–present Adjunct Professor, Biola University, La Mirada, CA — 2014–present Adjunct Professor, Gateway Seminary, Ontario, CA — 2013–present Adjunct Professor, Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA — 2007–present COURSES TAUGHT Worship Foundations; Theological Field Education; Christian Worship; Spiritual Formation; Theology, History, and Practice of Worship; Church Ministry Administration; Biblical Foundations of Worship and Multi-Cultural Ministry; Intercultural Worship Studies; Singing the Faith; Languages of Worship CHURCH MINISTRY EXPERIENCE Associate Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church, Huntington Beach, CA — 2014–2026 Plan, program, and implement discipleship and worship opportunities for the congregation; Leader Training; Preaching; Supervise, mentor, and train ministry teams and interns; Direct internship program; Oversee undergraduate college discipleship and scholarship program. Associate Pastor, Cypress Church, Cypress, CA — 2006–2012 Associate Pastor, Eagle Rock Baptist Church, Los Angeles, CA — 2001–2006 Associate Pastor, First Church of Orangevale, Orangevale, CA — 1998–2001 OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Church Worship Consultant, Calvary Baptist Church, Huntington Beach, CA — 2013–2014 Coach, mentor, and equip the church in worship understanding and ministries. Founder and Executive Director, Worship Quest Ministries (worshipquest.net) — 2007–present Worship Quest Ministries exists to EQUIP + INSPIRE the global Christian church to respond to God in transformational worship. PUBLICATIONS “Worship Quest: An Exploration of Worship Leadership” Second Edition, Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2025 “Seasons of Worship: A Spiritual Calendar for the Church Today,” Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2024 “The Week That Changed the World: Daily Reflections for Holy Week,” WestBow Press, 2021 “Worship Formation: A Call to Embrace Christian Growth in Each Element of the Worship Service,” Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2020 — translated into Bahasa Indonesian, 2024; translated into Urdu, 2023 “Worship Quest: An Exploration of Worship Leadership,” Wipf and Stock Publishers, 2015 — translated into Korean, 2024; translated into Ukrainian, 2024; translated into Urdu, 2016 AFFILIATIONS American Society of Church History; Ancient–Future Faith Network; Evangelical Theological Society; The Hymn Society of the United States and Canada < Back Steven Brooks Director, Worship Leadership and Formation Program Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

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

Director of Undergraduate Studies, Professor of New Testament ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION University of Birmingham, Birmingham, England Ph.D. Candidate in Religion & Theology – Expected Spring 2025 Dissertation: The Drama of the Old Testament: A Contemporary American Evangelical Search for Coherence in Conversation with Brevard S. Childs, Charles Taylor, and Kevin J. Vanhoozer Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA M.A. in Religion with an Emphasis in Biblical Studies – May 2010 Directed Reading Project: Tell Me the Old, Old Story: Romans and the Meta-Narrative of Scripture Vanguard University of Southern California, Costa Mesa, CA B.A. in Religion with an Emphasis in Biblical Studies – May 2004 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & TEACHING EXPERIENCE Vanguard University of Southern California – Adjunct Professor of Theology NT 101C – New Testament Survey (Fall 2022–Spring 2025) OT 201C – Old Testament Survey (Summer 2023, online) CH 400C – Christian Heritage (Spring 2023–Spring 2025) TH 101C – Foundations for Christian Life (Fall 2024) Vanguard University of Southern California – Guest Lecturer OT 201C – Old Testament Survey (Spring 2004, Undergraduate level) MINISTERIAL & PASTORAL EXPERIENCE Christ Pacific Church, Huntington Beach, CA Adult Life Minister – Sept 2013–Oct 2022 Pastoral Assistant – Jan 2011–Dec 2012 Teaching Assistant – Jul 2004–Dec 2010 Youth Ministry Intern – Jul 1999–Jun 2004 Experience included monthly preaching, teaching Bible studies and classes, leading small groups, overseeing the Deacon Board, homeless outreach, pastoral care, and creating six years of 30-week curricula and commentaries. SPECIAL EXPERIENCE Winner, American Bible Challenge (Season 1, 2012) – Team Judson's Legacy. Awarded $124,000 for charity. < Back Dr. Dean Bobar Director of Undergraduate Studies, Professor of New Testament Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Liberty University Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision – September 2023 Dissertation: Exploring Resiliency to Burnout: A Phenomenological Study of Addiction Counselors Resilient to Burnout Liberty University M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling – December 2017 University of South Florida B.S. in Psychology, Minor in Sociology – July 2015 ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & EXPERIENCE Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA Doctoral Clinical Instructor – September 2023 - December 2023 Teaching Intern, Supervision Intern, and Guest Speaker – 2022-2023 City Vision University, Kansas City, MO Adjunct Faculty – May 2024 - Present GC Jewish Family Community Services Licensed Clinician Supervisor – February 2024 - June 2024 Comprehensive Medpsych Outpatient Psychotherapist – February 2023 - February 2024 Cove Behavioral Health Counselor Supervisor – August 2022 - January 2023 AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS Academic Honors: High Distinction – Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision GPA: 4.0 – Doctoral Program PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Avoiding Burnout for Addiction Counselors Through Resilience – AOCC Annual Conference 2023 Developing Peer Mentorship in Counselor Education: A Literature Review – Research Presentation at Liberty University, 2021 The Staying Power of Connection: Best Practices for Retention in Online Master’s Level Counseling Programs – VACES Annual Conference 2023 COURSES TAUGHT Liberty University COUC 505 – Counseling Techniques & The Helping Relationship COUC 698 – Counseling Practicum City Vision University ADC403 – Addiction Counseling Assessment & Treatment Planning ADC503 – Ethical & Legal Issues in Counseling < Back Dr. Brian Paulson Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

ACADEMIC DEGREES & EDUCATION Seoul Institute of the Arts B.A. in Creative Writing – Early 1990s Gangil Girls’ High School, Gangneung, South Korea High School Diploma – Late 1980s ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS & TEACHING EXPERIENCE Seoul Institute of the Arts & Various Universities in South Korea Guest Lecturer – Screenwriting, Drama Writing Workshops – Various Years Writing Mentorship Programs (Industry Labs) Mentor for Emerging Screenwriters – Ongoing PROFESSIONAL WRITING & CREATIVE WORK Screenwriter, South Korea (2003–Present) Renowned for shaping contemporary Korean television drama; works broadcast internationally. Major Works (Television Dramas): Lovers in Paris (2004) Lovers in Prague (2005) On Air (2008) City Hall (2009) Secret Garden (2010–2011) A Gentleman’s Dignity (2012) The Heirs (2013) Descendants of the Sun (2016) Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (Goblin) (2016–2017) Mr. Sunshine (2018) The King: Eternal Monarch (2020) The Glory (2022–2023) Genie, Make a Wish (2025) AWARDS & HONORS Baeksang Arts Awards – Best Screenplay (Descendants of the Sun, Goblin, and others) Recognized as a leading figure in the Korean Wave (Hallyu) Works distributed globally through Netflix and international broadcasters < Back Eun Sook Kim Director of International Affairs Tustin California campus Hybrid Online & Zoom Fall & Spring Cohort entry points Apply Today

LAWRENCIA Q. JENKINS EDUCATION University of Louisiana Monroe Doctor of Philosophy, Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Date: May 15, 2024 GPA: 4.0 Dissertation: Let the Circle be Broken: Examining the Relationship Between Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome, Trauma Symptoms of Discrimination & African Americans' Attitude & Intentions Toward Seeking Professional Help: A Correlational Analysis University of Louisiana Monroe Master of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy Degree Date: May 13, 2017 GPA 3.9 University of Louisiana Monroe Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Degree Date: May 9, 2015 GPA 3.45 LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Licensed Professional Counselor – Louisiana • #7086 ; Virginia • #0701015329 Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist – Louisiana • MFT1528 Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist – Anticipated Completion Date: April 2026 AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate – Anticipated Completion Date: April 2026 Kairos Pacific University: Tustin, CA – 2025-Present Abilene Christian University: Abilene, TX The University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) Barbados Community College – St. Michael, Barbados Pfeiffer University at Charlotte – Charlotte, NC Las Vegas (UNLV) PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE/INTERNSHIPS Lion’s Voice Counseling and Consulting LLC – Opening January 2026 Owner, CEO, and Clinical Director Finding Solace Counseling LLC (Private Practice) – August 2020 – Present Clinician The Center for Children and Families – May 2022 – April 2024 Crisis and Assessment Team Member – Contract Therapist The Center for Children and Families – June 2017 – August 2020 - MFTC Department – August 2019 – May 2020 Marriage and Family Therapy Program – Research Assistant University of Louisiana at Monroe- MFTC Department – August 2018 – August 2019 Marriage and Family Therapy Program – Graduate Teaching Assistant o University of Louisiana at Monroe- MFTC Department – August 2017 – July 2018 Creative Systemic Studies Online Doctoral Program - Admissions Coordinator GA o ULM Trio Program – Student Support Services (SSS) – February 2017 – May 2017 ULM Trio Program – Educational Talent Search – January 2017 – February 2017 The Wellspring: Counseling and Family Development Center – April 2016-May 2017 PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS Jenkins, L. (2021, February). Talking to Teens about Dealing with the Ups and Downs of Love. Bayou Life Magazine, February 2021 Edition, 104-105. Tadros, E., Schleiden, C., Jenkins, L., & Aguirre, N. (2021, January). Advocating for marriage and family therapists in incarcerated settings. ACJS Today, 47(1), 22-25. Tadros, E., Schleidan, C., Jenkins, L., & Aguirre, N. (2020, January) The Experiences of Marriage and Family Therapists Working in Incarcerated Settings, The American Journal of Family Therapy, DOI:10.1080/01926187.2020.1834469. PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS International and National Presentations Jenkins, L., Tadros, E., Owens, H. (2026, May). Beyond the Degree: Preparing for Leadership in the MFT Workforce. Panel presentation to be presented at the AAMFT FAHS MFP Doctoral Training Institute. Washington, DC. Jenkins, L. (2025, September). Working Collaboratively in Mental Health: Building Bridges Across Disciplines and Identities. Education session recorded for the AAMFT Foundation for the Advancement of Human Systems (FAHS) – Practitioner Career Readiness Series. Virtual. Jenkins, L. (2021, June). Covid Grief and Systemic Loss. Oral Education session held at the Griefology 101 Virtual International Conference. Hosted in Barbados. Jenkins, L. (2021, February). Relationship and Self-Care: Authenticity in your Relationship. Oral Education session held at the Self-Care of The CEO: Re-Engineering You for Success Virtual International Conference. Hosted in Barbados. Jenkins, L., & Whitley, J. (2020, January). Playing it Safe: Exploring Issues of Diversity Through the Lens of Minority MFTs. Education session held at the International Association for Marriage and Family Counselors World Conference 2020. New Orleans, Louisiana. Jenkins, L., & Savage, B. (2019, February). Three Strikes, Am I Out? Exploring Intersectionality Within the World of African American Women in the Mental Health Profession. Roundtable session held at the International Association for Marriage and Family Counselors World Conference 2019. New Orleans, Louisiana. Jenkins, L., Savage, B., Whitley, J. (2018, January). Making the Connection: Working with Mandated Juvenile Clients and their Families. Poster presentation presented at the International Association for Marriage and Family Counselors World Conference 2018. New Orleans, Louisiana. Prud’homme, M., Jenkins, L., Whitley, J., & Gilstrap, D. (2017, January). A Family Matter: MFTs perceptions of working with potential first-generation students. Poster presentation presented at the International Association for Marriage and Family Counselors World Conference 2017. New Orleans, Louisiana. State/Regional Presentations Jenkins, L. (2026, March). Rest & Pivot: The Power of Stillness for High-Achieving Women. CEU presented at the 5 th Annual Women in Wellness Summit. Union, NJ. Jenkins, L. (2025, July). Clinician’s Compass: Navigating Diagnosis in the Context of Intimate Partner Violence. CEU Training presented at Finding Solace, LLC - West Monroe, LA. Jenkins, L. (2025, June). Intersectionality & Diagnosis: Unpacking Identity in Clinical Practice. CEU Training presented at Finding Solace, LLC - West Monroe, LA. Jenkins, L. & Jardine, R. (2025, May). Justice-Centered Practice: Reimagining the Role of the Family Therapist. Lecture Presentation presented to MAFT 6008 students at University of Louisiana Monroe. Jenkins, L. (2025, April). Healing Trauma Through Drumming with Telehealth Clients. CEU Training presented at Finding Solace, LLC - West Monroe, LA. Jenkins, L. (2025, April). Breaking Barriers: Addressing Mental Health Stigma and Accessibility Through a Social Justice Lens. Oral presentation presented at the National Association of Social Workers – Louisiana Chapter Lobby Day 2025. Virtual. Jenkins, L., & Chase-Mayers, J. (2025, April). Trauma-Informed Telehealth: Best Practices & Activities for Working with Survivors of Abuse. Oral presentation presented at the Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Annual Conference 2025. Virtual. Jenkins, L. (2025, February). Ethical Boundaries with Vulnerable Populations. CEU Training presented at Finding Solace, LLC - West Monroe, LA. Jenkins, L. (2024, September). Picture This: Exploring Cultural Awareness in a Clinical Setting. CEU Training presented at Finding Solace, LLC - West Monroe, LA. Jenkins, L. (2024, March). More to the Story: Incorporating Narrative Therapy with Inner Child Work. CEU Training presented at Finding Solace, LLC - West Monroe, LA. Sutton, J., Jenkins, L., Hale, D., Wilson, K., Menefee, L. (2021, February). Ethical Concerns in the Transition to the Online World of Therapy. Panel presentation presented at the Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Annual Conference 2021. Virtual. Jenkins, L., Thomas, T.D. (2020, February). Therapy for The Therapist: Creating a Therapeutic Toolbox for Your Self-Care Needs. Oral presentation presented at the Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Annual Conference 2020. Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jenkins, L. (2018, November). Awareness Check: Diversity and Cultural Competency. CEU Training presented at The Center for Children and Families – Monroe, LA Wilson, K. M., Jenkins, L., Barthel-Hays, A., Newman, A. (2018, February). The Family Within. Oral presentation presented at the Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Annual Conference 2018. Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jenkins, L. (2017, March) It Starts with Me: How to Effectively Deal with Lack of Motivation. Workshop presentation presented at ULM’s TRIO-Student Support Service Office – Monroe, LA Wilson, K. M., May, S., Jenkins, L., McMillian, B., Prud’homme, M. (2017, March) Sexual Health and Intimacy - Therapeutic perspectives of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Oral presentation presented at the Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Annual Conference 2017. Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Jenkins, L., Whitley, J., Scaria, S. (2016, September) Enhance. Improve. Inspire: Celebrating Self Improvement.” Workshop presented at the Anna Meyer Library – Monroe, LA AWARDS AND FELLOWSHIPS United Health Foundation o 2023 United Health Foundation Diversity in Health Care Scholarship Recipient American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) o 2020 AAMFT Foundation Minority Stipend Recipient American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) Minority Fellow o 2018 – 2019 AAMFT FAHS Minority Fellowship Recipient –Doctoral Fellow o 2019 – 2020 AAMFT FAHS Minority Fellowship Recipient – Dissertation Completion Fellow Fellowships were sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) 2018 International Association for Marriage and Family Counselors Emerging Leader o Awarded as one of the Doctoral level IAMFC Emerging Leaders for 2018 SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP Advisory Committee Member - American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), FAHS Minority Fellowship Program (MFP), 2026 - o Provide programmatic and professional guidance to aid in the growth and development of the AAMFT Minority Fellowship Program FAHS MFP Mentor – AAMFT, 2025-2026 o Provide academic, professional and career development guidance to AAMFT MFP Fellows. Ad-hoc member/Initial Reviewer - AAMFT, FAHS MFP National Service Committee (NSC), 2025 o Conduct reviews of assigned student fellowship applications for MFP-Y and MFPDF/DCF programs President – Delta Kappa, Alpha Chapter (2018- 2020) o Responsible for supervising all administrative duties and carrying out business of the Alpha Chapter of Delta Kappa Program Vice President – Delta Kappa, Alpha Chapter (2017- 2018) o Responsible for program development (i.e. recruiting scholars to give the scholarly address at meetings, symposium, seminars and workshops organized and sponsored by Delta Kappa) o Responsible for advertising, promoting, and organizing the programs offered by Delta Kappa o Arrange and supervise the logistics for holding events TRAININGS Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training (TF-CBT) Training – 2023 o Virtual Training via The Center for Evidence to Practice – Certificate Received: In Progress ● Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Training – 2020 o Virtual Zoom Training – Certificate Received: May 14, 2020 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Training – 2018 o 40 Hours of Training Received – Certificate Received: December 17, 2018 Multisystemic Therapy (MST) Training - June 2017 o 5-Day Orientation Training held in Charlotte, NC o 31 Hours of CEUs Sexual Assault Education Training - 2016 o 40 Hours PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy – Pre-Clinical Fellow ● Louisiana Association for Marriage and Family Therapy Delta Kappa International Marriage and Family Therapy Honor Society SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS AND MEDIA Autumn Awakening 2025: A Women’s Wellness Experience – November 2025 Featured Speaker – Quiet Strength: Healing through Stillness Diamonds in Destiny: Women’s Empowerment Event – October 2025 • Featured Speaker – Resilience, Purpose and Triumph Aurdra Randle Presents: Single Moms Brunch – April 2025 Featured Speaker – Bloom Anyway: Rediscovering Purpose, Peace, and Partnership ULM’S Annual Women’s Symposium: Monroe – March 2025 Featured Panelist – Women in Mental Health & Therapy The Maxine Firm Presents: The Well Woman: Monroe – October 2024 • Featured Panelist – Mental Health Southern Charm Lounge Presents: Health and Wellness Networking Event– July 2024 • Featured Panelist – The Utilization of Mental Health Services within Our Community Live Better Podcast by Centric FCU – November 2023 Featured Speaker – Episode 324 Navigating Work-Life Balance Live Better Podcast by Centric FCU – August 2023 Featured Speaker – Episode 320 Digital Detox: Reclaiming Your Time and Building Healthy Relationships with Technology Sunny 98.3 Morning Radio Show – December 27, 2021 Featured Speaker – Creating a Vision for the New Year Sunny 98.3 Morning Radio Show – December 21, 2021 Featured Speaker – Managing Holiday Stress Sunny 98.3 Morning Radio Show – August 12, 2021 Featured Speaker – Back to School Preparation PureSpark Presents: Wellness for Entrepreneurs– February 25, 2021 • Featured Speaker – Managing Stress as an Entrepreneur East Ouachita Middle School Faculty and Staff (Monroe, LA) – February 16, 2021 • Featured Speaker – Recognizing COVID Fatigue and Trauma within Children Sunny 98.3 Morning Radio Show – February 1, 2021 Featured Speaker – Teens, Relationships and Effective Communication Styles Beauty Kouture LLC: Manifest and Mimosas Vision Board Brunch – January 10, 2021 • Featured Speaker – The Importance of Self-Care Peer Support Powered by: PureSpark – December 23, 2020 Featured Speaker – Attachment Styles with Lawrencia Peer Support Powered by: PureSpark – June 24, 2020 Featured Speaker - Self-Care and The Fear of Loss Love Unscripted Podcast – August 17, 2020 Featured Speaker – Episode 58: What’s Brought to the Table < Back Lawrencia Q. 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