Mrs. Julia Hershey

Chair of the Education Department

Education Department

From an early age, Mrs. Hershey knew that she wanted to be a teacher. That initial inspiration lead her to LBC to receive her education and credentials. LBC prepared her not only academically, but also spiritually as she studied God’s word and grew in her love for Him. After teaching in K-12 schools for 11 years, including two years teaching overseas in Albania, she came back to LBC to train the next generation of teachers. She takes joy in seeing students learn and grow in a profession that she loves so much. She works in the Education Department in a variety of ways including: teaching in the classroom, advising students, supervising student teachers, and leading a top-notch group of Education professors.

Her mother always describes her as being a bit of an adventurer. Since she went skydiving at 10,000 feet, climbed on top the Sydney Harbor bridge, and bicycled 80 miles in one day, that statement seems to be true. She enjoys many things outside of the classroom including cooking, decorating, traveling, and bicycling. All these activities are made sweeter when she does them with her wonderful husband, Carl.

Lancaster Bible College is a wonderful place to learn and grow. She counts it a privilege to serve the Lord at this place!

Dr. Bob Dodson

Professor, Certification Officer, Field Placement Coordinator

Education Department

Dr. Dodson has taught and been an administrator in both public and private schools in North Carolina. His certifications include administration, special education and secondary political science and social studies. Dr. Dodson and his family moved to Lancaster in order for him to join the faculty at LBC 10 years ago. He and his wife Tammi have been married for 30 years and have 3 grown children, two of which graduated from LBC, and one granddaughter.

Dr. Diane Dick

Professor

Education Department

Dr. Dick has enjoyed a wide variety of teaching and learning experiences. She received her BA in Religion/Philosophy; MA in Educational Leadership and her PhD. in Curriculum and Teaching. Her teaching experiences encompass children through adults in various settings: Christian school; public school; adult education; and international education. Her enjoyment comes from preparing new teachers not only how to teach but to disciple and create an effective learning environment. The utilization of new technology, creative ways of engagement and finding the "fun" factor in the content areas are a few areas of interest. Since the family has an autistic son, she makes sure that her students know how to communicate and teach exceptional individuals.

Mrs. Stacey Martin

Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator

Education Department

Stacey Martin has more than 20 years of experience in the Early Childhood Education field. She is a graduate of Grove City College with a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and of Millersville University with a master’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Her professional experiences include childcare, management of a child development center, corporate management of a group of childcare centers, and teaching experiences in a variety of settings (church preschool, privately-owned child development center, and Christian school). Stacey is a member of NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). She has presented at local early childhood conferences and has led in-service sessions in local schools. Stacey is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education degree from Capella University. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and children, convertible rides, summer days by the pool, and crocheting.