Faculty challenge and support Nazareth students — to help you flourish and achieve more than you ever expected.

Mark Primus with students

Mark Primus

Social work

"Dr. Primus leads thoughtful discussions, forces students to think for themselves, and allows differences in opinions to come to the surface and be explored," says alum Aubrey Baldauf.

Jennifer Billinson

Jennifer Billinson

Communication and media

"Dr. Billinson really cares about her students" — teaching with humanity and empathy, while preparing students to step right into industry jobs and understand the theory so they can adjust as the profession shifts.

Octavio Vazquez

Octavio Vazquez

Music

"Dr. Vazquez is probably the most influential professor I have ever had. His passion for music is beyond contagious..." says former student Aaron Siebert-Castiñeira.

Isabel Cordova

Isabel Córdova

History & political science

Dr. Córdova gives students hands-on opportunities to be immersed in Latino history through class assignments, internships, and grant-funded projects — including an oral history project she and Spanish Professor Hilda Chacón spearheaded with the Rochester Public Library.

Kim McGann

Kim McGann

Sociology

"I'm a sociologist who has always been really interested in studying how good teaching works," says Kimberly J. McGann, Ph.D. 

Yamuna Sangarasivam

Yamuna Sangarasivam

Anthropology

"The time that I shared with Professor Sangarasivam has shaped me into the person I am today. I never imagined academia would be so challenging. Because of her commitment to my success, I realized how rewarding a challenge could be." — alum Nick Gerbino

Matt Schoell

Matt Schoell

Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Matt Schoell, Ph.D., gave me opportunities that "helped me become more confident in my own abilities and made me more comfortable with working on my own." — alum Krissy Chatt

Prof. Mary Maher with students at county emergency response training

Mary Dahl Maher

Nursing, Public Health

She has a passion for public health,  creating equity, and bringing a global perspective. One student praised her for being "my mentor and honestly one of my best friends on campus." Read more about Mary Dahl Maher, Ph.D.

Timothy Kneeland

Timothy Kneeland

History & political science

From Dr. Kneeland: "What makes Naz unique is that we all have the common goal of changing lives. Students don’t just take classes at Naz, they work with professors. Teaching is not transactional, it’s relational."

Heather Roffe

Heather Roffe

Dance

"Heather Roffe represents what it means to be a true professor and mentor.... to this day, we still stay in touch and she continues to be a great role model," says alum María J. Rodríguez-Torrado.

Wendy Norris

Wendy Norris

Mathematics

See why Dr. Norris loves teaching students how data science affects how we live, work, share, and play, and how to infuse ethics into artificial intelligence.

Professor Season Bonino

Season Bonino

Physical therapy

Student Jenna A. Zajac said of Prof. Season Bonino: "She always encouraged me to think outside the box and to never settle; continue to pursue more to best serve your patient." And she always has chocolate to share.

Mark Weber

Mark Weber

Business & management

"Mark is a very knowledgeable professor who incorporates his real-life experiences into the courses.... Mark is very personable, and he always makes himself available to his students outside the classroom." — Max Powell '12

Roy Stein

Roy Stein

Music/Business

Prof. Stein enhances student learning through his music industry connections, his own business and performing experience, and an on-campus record label. And don't miss his student-professor band performing around town.

Phillip Guingona

Phillip Guingona

History

"Dr. Guingona's knowledge, passion, and lesson structure create an informative, engaging, and fun classroom. He cares for his students, is always open to questions regarding material or assignments, and is consistently there to help students succeed," student Kyle Kuzniar says. 

Zhansui Yu

Zhansui Yu

Chinese language and culture

Dr. Yu teaches with honesty and passion about contemporary China. Read his essay ≫

Kerry Dunn

Kerry Dunn

Education

"Nazareth is known and honored for their exceptional program for educators." One reason is professors like Kerry Dunn and her "undeniable LOVE for her students both past and present." — alum Melanie Antos, third-grade teacher

Laurie Keough

Laurie Keough

Music Therapy

"Hearing about how successful our students and graduates are fills me with pride. Internship directors frequently tell us that our students are some of the most well-prepared they've encountered," says Laurie Keough.

Jessica Stachowski

Jessica Stachowski

Biomedical sciences

"She radiates a deep passion for biochemical sciences and teaches in a way that makes this complicated field relatable and enjoyable. I have appreciated how much she has gone above and beyond to support me on my journey at Naz," a student says of Jessica L. Stachowski, Ph.D

Steve Wehner

Steve Wehner

Visual Communication Design

"Through lessons, projects, anecdotal experiences, and one-one conversations, Steve Wehner taught real-world skills and concepts that extended beyond the classroom," says former student Marina Volpini. 

Bryan Adams

Bryan Adams

Business and Leadership

In Prof. Adams’ classes: “The hands-on experience is what helped me prepare for my job as a digital marketer.” — alum Marissa Tortora

David Steitz

David Steitz

Psychology, gerontology

Dr. Steitz formed a creative partnership to hold college courses for Naz students and elder residents together at a senior living community, where students learn from, and with, the elders.

Susan Nowak

Susan Nowak

Religious studies

From Dr. Nowak: "The transformation that I'm hoping for is that each student is able to find his or her true self, for the moment, to be authentically and justly who he or she is. I want each student to feel empowered to be the strongest, most compassionate, hopeful, energized person that they can be."

Leanne Charlesworth

Leanne Charlesworth

"From the moment I entered her class as the only Black male student, Dr. Charlesworth began making her imprint in my life. Her genuine inclusiveness helped me to feel immense acceptance, not only in the educational environment, but in my career as a social worker," says alum Chad McDonald, LCSW.

Jennifer Leigh

Jennifer Leigh

Business & leadership

Wish you could solve a big challenge facing society? Prof. Jennifer Leigh offers classes on leadership, ethics, and social entrepreneurship and hands-on projects and conference experiences.

Sam Nolte-Yupari

Samantha Nolte-Yupari

Art education

About Dr. Nolte-Yupari: “She’s so willing to give support, advice, help with research, and to make connections for us. She’s energetic, enthusiastic, and overall makes it a fun experience. It makes it easy to remember the lessons.” — alum Emily Richmond