Did you know Lancaster Bible College | Capital Seminary & Graduate School works with nearly 300 adjunct professors who bring experience and knowledge to our many courses?
Whether they teach undergraduate students on our Lancaster campus or students at the associate, bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral level online, adjunct faculty members have oftentimes worked for many years in the professional sector or ministry field and have unique perspectives to share.
Furthermore, LBC | Capital’s adjuncts list impressive job credentials, accomplishments and hobbies on their resumes, such as LBC alumni, authors, bloggers, healthcare managers, coaches, elementary teachers, marathon runners, business owners, pastors, gardeners, skydivers, musicians, military veterans, world travelers and so much more!
Get to know nearly 30 of LBC | Capital’s current instructors below!
Richard Cleary
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences/Bible & Theology
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Intro to Philosophy; Philosophy of Religion
My Education: MS in Biology, MA in Philosophy
My Occupational Background: I taught physical science at Dallastown High School for 35 years until I retired in 2004. I also began a philosophy elective there in 1983. I coached football at Dallastown for 19 years and served as assistant athletic director for about 10 years. I also served as science department chair for about 15 years. I’ve been an adjunct instructor in philosophy at York College of PA since 1983 and taught in the same capacity at Messiah College from 2004 to 2017. I came to LBC as an adjunct in philosophy in 2004 and have been here ever since.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I’ve authored two “action” novels that address philosophical issues from the perspective of a Christian worldview. “In the Absence of God” was published in 2012, and “Bridging the Abyss” came out in 2015. I’ve also authored a blog titled “Viewpoint” [clearysviewpoint.blogspot.com] since 2004. I write on topics which lie somewhere in the neighborhood of the intersection of religion, philosophy, science and current events.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The best thing is certainly the young people I get to work with. They’re great. The second best thing is being able to talk with students about things that really matter in a Christian environment and from a Christian perspective.
Stephen Erb
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Lancaster/Online
Courses Taught: Operations Management, Marketing Research, Advanced Business Concepts, Personal Finance and Investing
My Education: BS in Mathematics/Statistics from Purdue University, MBA from Villanova University
My Occupational Background: My background has included senior leadership positions with two Fortune 500 companies in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain and Operations. I’ve also built out the Organizational Development/HR department for a software technology firm and was a key part of seven acquisitions over a two-year period, as well as developing processes and structures around talent management, performance management and compensation/incentives. I’m currently a full-time consultant/coach for True Edge Performance Solutions, where I help other leaders sharpen their skills so they can accomplish extraordinary things.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I used to fly in the United States Air Force.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The opportunity to engage the students and give them opportunities to grow so they can be effective leaders in business and ministry.
Duane Evans (’87)
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: General Chemistry
My Education: Associate in Bible Theology, Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Master’s in Chemistry
My Occupational Background: Chemistry and AP Chemistry Instructor at Lancaster Mennonite High School; Adjunct Professor at Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I work with the family business, Evans Candies of Lancaster.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Interacting with the students (and) helping them prepare for a life of service in God’s work.
Tom Fox (’83, ’08 & ’23)
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences/Counseling & Social Work
Where I Teach: Washington, D.C.
Courses Taught: Introduction to Psychology, Introduction to Sociology, Introduction to Philosophy, Cultural Diversity
My Education: BA in Christian Education from Washington Bible College, MA in Christian Counseling and Discipleship from Capital Bible Seminary, PhD in Leadership from LBC | Capital
My Occupational Background: I am the Personnel Development Director for Open Air Campaigners, USA (OACUSA) and one of three management team leaders who oversee operations for OACUSA, a ministry to proclaim the gospel in the open air and work alongside pastors to train churches to do the work of the ministry based on Ephesians 4:11-12.
Something People May Not Know About Me: As a sketchboard evangelist and gospel illustrator, I have learned to paint messages in three different languages, preaching in English but working through a translator in Spanish, Mandarin and Tsonga (South Africa).
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Meeting so many students with a desire to serve God in their church and community.
Anthony Henderson
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Philadelphia/Online
Courses Taught: Operations Management, Entrepreneurship, Personal Financial Management and Investment
My Education: BS in Industrial Engineering from Drexel University, MBA in Operations Management & Finance from the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan, PMI Project Management Professional Certification
My Occupational Background: Currently Vice President in Gartner’s Strategic Portfolio Management Research Analyst group, my primary focus is advising on strategic execution to deliver meaningful outcomes. I’m a perpetual learner, with experience in a variety of industries including pharmaceutical/life sciences, energy, financial services, distribution, and state and local government. Much of my experience has involved applying creativity and drive to develop and deploy program delivery frameworks and implement complex business transformations.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I’m a huge Pittsburgh Steeler fan.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Working with students who lean on God’s Word and showing them how all good business and management principals emanate from the Bible.
Guy Higashi
Academic Department: Church & Ministry Leadership
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: I teach and coordinate most of the Master of Arts in Formational Leadership and a number of the MDiv and DMin courses in Formational Leadership.
My Education: MA in Worship Theology and the Arts and a Doctor Missiology in Ethnomusicology from Fuller Theological Seminary
My Occupational Background: Senior Leadership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Senior Leadership with IBM business partner, Senior Leader with New Hope movement of churches, Pastor of New Hope West
Something People May Not Know About Me: I used to skydive, and I love to play the guitar and ukulele. I am married and have four children and six grandchildren.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: I get to work with amazing and competent staff. Love the diversity of our faculty, yet value their strong Christian faith.
Heath Hooper
Academic Department: Business Administration/Education
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Global Program and Course Designer for Sport Management, Health & Physical Education and Healthcare Management
My Education: BS in Sports Studies with a concentration in Sports Administration from Reinhardt College, MS in Coaching & Athletic Administration from Concordia University, PhD in Education with a specialization in Sport Management from Northcentral University
My Occupational Background: Dean of Ledbetter College of Business at Shorter University and Instructional Mentor at Liberty University School of Business
Something People May Not Know About Me: I played basketball in college and coached Collegiate Basketball for three years prior to academia.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The students and being able to integrate faith into the classes by praying with students and providing Scriptures and devotionals.
Ida Jones
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences
Where I Teach: Washington, D.C.
Courses Taught: African American History: 1519 to 1890 and American Religious History
My Education: BA in News Editorial Journalism, MA in Public History and PhD in American History
My Occupational Background: Archivist and Historian
Something People May Not Know About Me: I enjoy reading historical fiction, visiting museums and documentaries.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The diversity of the student population.
Joel Kime (’96)
Academic Department: Bible & Theology
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Hermeneutics, Corinthians, Romans, Gospels, Acts, Christian Narrative
My Education: BS in Bible & Missions from LBC | Capital, MDiv and ThD from Evangelical Seminary
My Occupational Background: Pastor of Faith Evangelical Congregational Church
Something People May Not Know About Me: I enjoy running and have completed three marathons and three half-marathons.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Interacting with students through teaching God’s Word, seeking to help them pursue the mission of the kingdom.
Kristina Klopp
Academic Department: Education
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Public Speaking, College Writing, supervising professor for practicum/student teaching
My Education: BS in Secondary Education – English and MEd from Clarks Summit University
My Occupational Background: I taught Middle Level English at Mount Calvary Christian School and Columbia Jr./Sr. High School for a total of 10 years. I am an APA Stylist/Editor for the PhD in Leadership Program at Columbia International University.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I have a passion for fitness and can do 10 pull ups!
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: I love our student body; it is a true privilege to interact with LBC students as they navigate their classes, relationships and extracurricular activities while growing in their relationship with the Lord and preparing for a life of service for Him.
Robert Kramer
Academic Department: Bible & Theology/Church & Ministry Leadership
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Prelude to Biblical & Theological Studies, Hebrews, Practical Development of Biblical Interpretation
My Education: Bachelor’s from Penn State University, MDiv from Bethel Seminary, MBA (Candidate) from City Vision University, DMin from Missio Seminary
My Occupational Background: 21 years in pastoral ministry, 20 years in business in various industries and roles, from manager to CEO (10 of these years were bi-vocational), four years in non-profit organizations as vice president, 24 combined years as an adjunct professor
Something People May Not Know About Me: I have developed several courses that teach a theology of Business as Mission, and I am working on a book on that topic. I teach that course to business and ministry students at two schools.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: I love the students and the opportunities they have for a quality biblically sound education.
Mark Lee (’94)
Academic Department: Bible & Theology/Business Administration
Where I Teach: Washington, D.C.
Courses Taught: Interpreting the Bible, Prelude to Biblical and Theological Studies, Entrepreneurship, Managerial Economics, Operations Management
My Education: BA in Philosophy with a minor in Political Science from the University of Pittsburgh, MDiv from Capital Bible Seminary
My Occupational Background: Business owner and consultant, Academic Advisor for C2 Education, Adjunct Professor for two colleges
Something People May Not Know About Me: Co-owned and operated a karate school of 200-plus students (I hold a 4th degree black belt in Taekwondo and a black belt in Hapkido), owed three C2 education/tutoring company franchises, helped with two church plants
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Being able to teach God’s Word and the biblical worldview.
Chris Lenhart
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Discipleship and Evangelism Through Sports
My Education: BS from Clarks Summit University and an MRE from Liberty University
My Occupational Background: Pastor and coach
Something People May Not Know About Me: I coach high school football and track and field at Solanco High School in Quarryville, Pa.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The students!
John Lutz
Academic Department: Education
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Planning and Managing Financial Resources
My Education: AB in Botany and Chemistry and MEd in Middle Level Science Education from Cornell University, MBA (Candidate) from Rochester Institute of Technology, PhD in Educational Psychology and Secondary Education from the Pennsylvania State University
My Occupational Background: Interim Superintendent and Superintendent at Cortland City School District in Cortland, N.Y.; Interim Superintendent at Groton Central School in Groton, N.Y.; Superintendent at Alexander Central School District in Alexander, N.Y.; Assistant Superintendent and Acting Superintendent at Oneonta City School District in Oneonta, N.Y.; Director of Environmental Center, Coordinator of Special Programs and Lecturer in Science Education at Hartwick College in Oneonta, N.Y.; Research Associate and Associate Professor at National Technical Institute for the Deaf at Rochester Institute of Technology; Assistant Executive Director for Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit in Lewisburg, Pa., Associated Professor at State University College in Oswego, N.Y.; Assistant to the Associated Director and Graduate Assistant at the Pennsylvania State University; Science Teacher at Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District in Scotia, N.Y.
Something People May Not Know About Me: My great-grand-uncle is John Burroughs, literary naturalist from the Catskills region of New York State, and my great-great-great grandfather fought in the Revolutionary War. I started oil painting when I retired and won the only blue ribbon awarded at the New York State Fair in 2021 for my landscape painting of Denali (formerly Mt. McKinley) in Alaska.
Lisa McLaughlin
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Greece, Rome & the Early Church
My Education: MA in History from Slippery Rock University; PhD in History (in progress) at Liberty University
My Occupational Background: I worked at Times Square Church in New York City as the Administrative Assistant to the Senior Pastor. After moving to Pennsylvania around 2010, I began working on staff at Summit International School of Ministry in Grantville managing the International Student Services/SEVIS as well as teaching a variety of courses.
Something People May Not Know About Me: In my early 20s, fresh out of Bible college, I spent several years working as an actress before moving into full-time church ministry.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The students are phenomenal. LBC really provides a great deal of support and enrichment opportunities for its adjunct instructors, which I very much appreciate.
Amy Mongiovi
Academic Department: Communication & Media Arts
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Writing for Social Media, Media: Conveyor of Cultural Ideas and Strategic Communication for Nonprofit Organizations & Ministries
My Education: BS in Communications and Business from Grove City College, MA in Professional Writing from Slippery Rock University
My Occupational Background: For more than 25 years, I have worked in journalism, higher education communication, marketing and publications, and public relations.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I started my career as a reporter at a daily newspaper and spent six years working in marketing for a restaurant chain known for its chicken sandwiches. My husband and I also raise chickens, the irony of which is not lost on me.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: I love being able to get to know students on both a professional and personal level as I witness them using their giftings, talents and LBC education to impact the world for Christ.
Dale Mort
Academic Department: Church & Ministry Leadership
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Retired from LBC | Capital as Associate Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness. I no longer teach but I still supervise doctoral students during their dissertation process.
My Education: BA in Biblical Education with a Theology minor at Florida Bible College, MDiv in Biblical Education from Luther Rice Seminary, MA in Christian Education from Talbot Theological Seminary, PhD in Adult & Extension Education from Texas A&M University
My Occupational Background: At LBC | Capital, Professor Emeritus, Associate Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness, Director of Institutional Research & Assessment, Director of the Degree Completion Program and Professor; at Florida Bible College, Instructor and Director of the Church Education Program and Academic Affairs Committee Chair; at CPP/Pinkertons in San Antonio, Texas, Training Supervisor and Training Research & Design
Paul Mulholland
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Investments and Introduction to Business
My Education: BS in Accounting and Economics from Eastern University and an MBA from Temple University
My Occupational Background: Currently I own and operate my own financial planning practice as an independent financial Advisor through the Private Advisor Group; also worked for The Vanguard Group and Bank of NY/Mellon.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Interacting with the students from a foundation of a biblical worldview.
Lyntel Murphy
Academic Department: Education
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Foundations of Early Childhood Education
My Education: Aeronautics and education
My Occupational Background: I retired from the military and am teaching elementary school now. I have been a principal for the past 11 years.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I was a semi-runner-up for the Pillsbury Doughboy giggle competition.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The students I have had are fantastic.
Gene Newswanger
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Lancaster/Online
Courses Taught: I teach several courses in the Healthcare Management major including:
Professionalism and Education in Healthcare Management and Healthcare Management I.
My Education: RPh and MBA
My Occupational Background: Pharmacy and management. I began my career in the pharmaceutical industry sector, providing data management support services for pharmaceutical sales representatives. I have served as a Pharmacist, Pharmacy Manager, District Liaison, Supervisor of Field Operations and Pharmacy Staffing Specialist. In addition to these healthcare roles, I develop and teach healthcare management, business and pharmacy technician training courses for several colleges.
Something People May Not Know About Me: As a healthcare manager, I have had the privilege of participating in a variety of health care and health education settings. I endeavor to exhibit “servant leadership” with both my “internal customers” (those within the organization that provide the healthcare service) and “external customers” (the patients and students that rely on those services). I regularly utilize knowledge and experience in the areas of technical and analytical skills, interpersonal and communication skills and management and leadership skills. I have been privileged to share my God given gifts and abilities through this dynamic profession.
Steven Polonus
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Lancaster/Online
Courses Taught: Sport Finance and Economics, Legal and Ethical Issues in Sport
My Education: BS in Education and BS in Business Administration from Elizabethtown College, MBA in Economic Development from Eastern University, MS in Athletic Management from West Chester University, PhD in Organizational Leadership from Eastern University, Pennsylvania K-12 Principal Certificate from Alvernia University
My Occupational Background: High School Teacher and Basketball Coach at J.P. McCaskey High School in Lancaster for 11 years, Director of Athletics for the School District of Lancaster for four years, Director of Athletics for the Wilson School District in West Lawn, Pa., for 12 years, Director of Athletics at for the Hempfield School District in Landisville, Pa., for eight years, Adjunct Professor in the Eastern University MBA program for one year.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I reside with my wife, Carolyn, and raised our three children in Lititz, Pa. I attend Lancaster Evangelical Free Church and serve as a volunteer transporter for Church World Service in Lancaster. I have attended all four of the major professional golf tournaments (The Masters, PGA Championship, US Open and Open Championship at St. Andrews) and have traveled to 23 of the United States National Parks, the two highest peaks in the Alps (Aiguille du Mid and the Jungfraujoch) and four continents.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The best thing about teaching at LBC | Capital is the ability to integrate my faith into the relationships with students, colleagues and the course content. In my academic journey of earning my MBA and PhD at Eastern University, I discovered the freedom of “Christian scholarship,” which provides students and professors the opportunity to integrate their Christian faith, reason and justice through their academic pursuits. Teaching at LBC | Capital allows me to teach in a culture of Christian scholarship. Additionally, Lancaster County, Pa., is my home, and I value the opportunity to contribute to higher education in Lancaster County.
Terri Prayer
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Washington, D.C./Online
Courses Taught: Consumer Behavior, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Networking, Group Dynamics
My Education: BS in Computer Science from Norfolk State University, MBA from Hampton University, ACTiVATE (Achieving the Commercialization of Technology Ventures through Applied Training for Entrepreneurs) program from the University of Maryland. She is also a graduate of the United Way of Hampton Roads’ PROJECT Inclusion program and has taken courses in supervisory management and workforce development as well as participated in various leadership, entrepreneurship and Bible courses.
My Occupational Background: Author of “Rise Above It,” Associate Minister for The People’s Community Baptist Church, Operations Management Support for UPS, various roles within the District of Columbia Public Schools, Coordinator of Membership Services for the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Adult Facilitator for Pride in Parenting of St. Mary’s Homes for Disabled Children, Community Based Organization Regional Coordinator for the Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center, Adult Basic Education Specialist and Instructor for the Chesapeake Public Schools Career and Technical Education Program, plus work in banking, insurance and retail.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I am an associate minister who enjoys dancing, and I am also the brand creator of Real Purpose Apparel.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The fact that God gives me the grace to experience and share the gift of teaching by His grace. Every new course that I am offered and every student that the college allows me to encounter, I count it a blessing.
Tracey Pritchard
Academic Department: Education
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Theoretical Foundations of Development, Instructional Supervision and Professional Development
My Education: BS in Elementary Education K-8, MEd in School Counseling K-12, EdD in Innovation and Leadership
My Occupational Background: Head of School, College Professor, Director of Advancement, Board Member, Director of Student Services, School Counselor, Teacher
Something People May Not Know About Me: I have extensive experience chairing doctoral committees and have worked for several years at two different universities before stepping back into the K-12 world. My occupational pursuits have landed us in three states. I enjoy doing educational workshops and speaking at conventions. I wouldn’t be nearly as effective as a Head of School if it weren’t for my counseling degree.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: Preparing students to be a light in a very dark world through boldly speaking the name of Jesus and teaching from the perspective of a biblical worldview. It is an honor to work for LBC.
Mark Sooy (’21)
Academic Department: Bible & Theology
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Christianity and Culture, Christian Narrative 1 & 2, Interpreting the Bible, 1 and 2 Corinthians
My Education: Bachelor of Theology from Grace Bible College, MA in Historical Theology from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary, DMin in Formational Leadership from LBC | Capital
My Occupational Background: Church pastor, music teacher and performer, small business owner, college and university professor
Something People May Not Know About Me: I have an English garden on my home property that is five different levels.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The interaction with students who are motivated to learn and be prepared for ministry.
Dawn Getty Sutphin
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences
Where I Teach: Lancaster/Online
Courses Taught: Constitutional Law and Criminal Procedure, The American Judicial System, Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Criminal Law, Race Class and Criminal Justice, Mock Trial
My Education: BS in Administration of Justice with a minor in Legal Environment of Business from the Pennsylvania State University, JD from Widener University School of Law, Certifical in Estate Planning and LL.M in Taxation from the Villanova University School of Law
My Occupational Background: Delaware County Public Defender’s Office, Law Office of Dawn Getty Sutphin, PECO Energy Company, Ballard Spahr Andrews & Ingersoll, Federal District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania, The Honorable William W. Caldwell
Something People May Not Know About Me: Candidate for the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas, November 2023
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The best thing about teaching at LBC is working with students who are intelligent and engaged and who are committed to both the Lord and their education. It is my privilege to help educate the next generation of students going into law enforcement, law, social services and government as well as training them to be fair and to act with integrity.
Lauren (Heliger ’13) Turner
Academic Department: Education
Where I Teach: Online
Courses Taught: Technology in Health & Physical Education
My Education: Bachelor’s in Education and Bible from Lancaster Bible College, MS in Exercise Science from California University of Pennsylvania
My Occupational Background: Currently in my ninth year at Conestoga Christian School as a high school health, physical education and kinesiology teacher. I have filled multiple teaching roles across all areas of the K-12 school as well as coaching multiple varsity sports.
Something People May Not Know About Me: People may not know that my husband is a professional golfer. He no longer tours and plays full time; however he does play part-time in the Philly PGA and is a golf professional at Berkshire Country Club.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: I really have loved the process of curriculum design and working with people to see that all come together. I have also appreciated the interactions with students. There is nothing like hearing how my students are applying and using the knowledge they are learning within their own lives and classrooms.
Chris Wenden
Academic Department: Business Administration
Where I Teach: Lancaster/Online
Courses Taught: Business Ethics, Introduction to Business
My Education: BA in Communications from Macquarie University in Australia, MA in Christian Ministry, MBA in Nonprofit and Executive Leadership
My Occupational Background: Administrator Manheim Christian Day School, Director of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Lancaster County, Executive Director of Advoz: Mediation and Restorative Practices
Something People May Not Know About Me: I was born and raised in Australia and moved here up meeting my wife Michelle (Gingrich) on the mission field in China.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: The desire to integrate God’s word into ALL teaching (and a) steadfast focus of leadership.
Jessica Whitmore
Academic Department: Arts & Sciences, Communication & Media Arts
Where I Teach: Online/Lancaster
Courses Taught: Writing for Publication, Writing for News Media, Writing on Social Issues, Interpersonal Communication, Freelance Writing, Grant Writing Essentials, Practices and Principles
My Education: BA in Broadcasting from Evangel University; MA in Communication from Regent University; PhD student in Leadership at Alvernia University
My Occupational Background: On LinkedIn, I describe myself as a storyteller and strategist (content, proposals, communication, social media) for businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Something People May Not Know About Me: I have over two decades of experience with writing content for businesses, educational institutions, nonprofits and publications. The majority of my work is completed as a contracted freelance writer. My published bylines and ghostwritten work have appeared locally and nationally in newspapers, magazines, email newsletters, internal and external organizational documents, websites and social media outlets. I have successfully worked with local, national and international teams on content with my work also translated for international publications and websites. I’ve been able to learn about such fascinating people, places and organizations as I have worked on content from researching, interviewing, writing and editing! I have researched, written and managed proposals for local and national nonprofits with funding of approximately $3 million to date received from these efforts as well as aided with organizational strategies and goals. I also use my communication insight and knowledge in customer-facing interactions with and on behalf of my clients, including strategy and conflict resolution. I also don’t use the Oxford comma unless required by a client or writing project, and I always welcome a conversation on this controversial topic. Since my parents owned motorcycles before starting a family, my siblings and I were raised around motorcycles and that culture until my teenage years. I carried this love for motorcycles into my graduate studies through what started as an assignment and then resulted in presentations at Regent University (1998) and the 1998 Popular Culture Association in the South & American Culture Association in the South conference. “Riding for the Son: An Analysis of a Text Used by the Christian Motorcyclists Association” still remains one of my favorites! A few other tidbits: My college minor was French, I was raised in the Upper Midwest, and my experiences have been intertwined since childhood within a second-generation family business until it sold in 2018.
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: While I love sharing my insights and experiences (both the amazing and the rough) with my students, I find the students inspire me to be a better person, professional, Christian and professor.
Jennica (Rohrer ’14 & ’20) Zook
Academic Department: Education
Where I Teach: Lancaster
Courses Taught: Literacy Instruction – Intermediate
My Education: Bachelors degrees in Bible and Early Childhood Education Pre K – 4 and an MEd with a Reading Specialist Certification from Lancaster Bible College
My Occupational Background: First-grade teacher at Lititz Area Mennonite School, third-grade teacher at Manheim Christian Day School, third-grade teacher at Blue Ball Elementary School
Something People May Not Know About Me: My husband and I both transferred to LBC in 2011 where we met and started dating. We graduated together from LBC in 2014 to earn our bachelors degrees, we graduated together from LBC in 2020 to earn our masters degrees, and we were married by Doc (James) Ayers (’80)! You’d think we like this place or something! 😉
The Best Thing About Teaching at LBC | Capital Is: It’s a pretty awesome and full-circle opportunity to teach students who are in the same chairs I sat in as a preservice teacher at LBC not too long ago. Equipping students to teach not only academics but to teach to the hearts of their future students is a special privilege.