He is a graduate of the 2022-2203 CIL (Certified Instructional Program for Leaders) cohort through CLAS Leaders. In addition, he is a graduate of the 2024-2025 Alabama Superintendent Academy which is a highly selective, advanc...
Dr. Dawson is a 28-year veteran in the IT industry who has amassed a wealth of experience and knowledge. His journey began at Verizon, where he continues to serve as a central office technician, honing his skills and deepening...
Dr. Marissa Slate is a board-certified pediatric physical therapist with nearly a decade of clinical experience spanning the NICU, acute care, sub-acute rehab, early intervention, and outpatient settings. She previously served...
Dr. Trey Jarboe has recently elected to serve the university as the Executive Vice-President of Student Experience. He previously served as Provost of the University of the Cumberlands since the fall of 2022. Dr. Jarboe has al...
Dr. Paalz teaches leadership at the University of the Cumberlands, with emphasis in ministry leadership, missions, international engagement, and K–12 educational leadership. His teaching connects leadership theory with applied...
I am from Elizabethtown, KY, and currently reside in Knoxville, TN. I have worked in communications in higher education, media, churches, and nonprofits. I have been teaching at the college level for more than 10 years. When n...