Full-time Faculty, Department of Natural Sciences
James Carpenter
Assistant Professor of Biology
M.S. Zoology, University of Maryland
B.S. Biology, Oberlin College
Medical Lab Technology, College of Coastal Georgia
912.279.5916
Interests: neural cytoarchitectonics, neuronal morphology, developmental neuroanatomy, dragonfly larvae model system
Elizabeth Brabson
Lecturer of Geology
lbrabson@ccga.edu
Joshua Clark
Lecturer of Biology
jclark@ccga.edu
Leon Gardner
Associate Professor of Chemistry
912.279.5927
Interests:
Jennifer Hatchel
Associate Professor of Biology
912.510.3341
Interests:
Tate Holbrook
Assistant Professor of Biology
Ph.D. Biology, Arizona State University
B.S. Biology, Ecology and Evolution, University of North Carolina, Asheville
912.279.5947
Interests:behavioral ecology, conservation biology, natural history, insects, science education
Colleen Knight, Department Chair
Assistant Professor of Chemistry
Ph.D. Biomolecular Chemistry, Emory University
B.S. Biochemistry, University of West Georgia
912.279.5937
Interests: Advisor of Biology Club and Anime Club, research interest in genetic control mechanisms and prebiotic chemistry, Chemistry education and classroom technology.
Joseph Lodmell
Lecturer of Chemistry
MS, Analytical Chemistry, University of Tennessee-Knoxville
MA, National Security and Strategic Studies, Naval War College
B.S. Chemistry, Concord College
jlodmell@ccga.edu
Interests: Captain, United States Navy (Retired)
Zachary Archbold
Lecturer of Physics
912.279.5932
Tanya Crum
Lecturer of Biology
912.279.5932
tcrum@ccga.edu
Interests:
James Deemy
Lecturer of Environmental Science
jdeemy@ccga.edu
Interests:
Holly Nance
Assistant Professor of Biology
Ph.D. Biological Sciences, Clemson University
M.S. Geological Sciences, University of Texas at Austin
B. S. Biology: Ecology, Evolution and Conservation, University of Texas at Austin
912.279.5890
Interests: Using genetic techniques to understand population history, Evolution! Historical geology
Traesha Robertson
Assistant Professor of Biology
Ph.D. Biology, Texas Tech University
M.S. Biology, Sul Ross State University
B.S. Biology, Angelo State University
912.279.5894
Interests: Research in Plant Taxonomy and morphology, plant population dynamics and climate change impacts on vegetation dynamics. Also enjoys geeky things and outdoor activities.
Isidor Ruderfer
Lecturer of Biology
iruderfer@ccga.edu
David Stasek
Associate Professor of Biology
Ph.D. Zoology, Miami University
M.S. Zoology, Miami University
B.S. Biology, Baldwin-Wallace College
912.279.5943
Interests:Species interactions, natural history, comparative anatomy, fisheries
Lori Tigani
Laboratory Lecturer of Chemistry
Andrea Wallace
Professor of Chemistry
912.279.5931
Interests:
Gerard White
Associate Professor of Biology
912.279.5920
Interests:
Staff, Department of Natural Sciences
Sheila Ebri
Physical Sciences Lab Coordinator, Brunswick Campus
Kelly Clark
Laboratory Coordinator, Camden Campus
Part-time Faculty, Department of Natural Sciences
Kelsey Allmond
Elizabeth Brabson
M.S. Geology, University of Maryland
B.S. Geology, University of Maryland
Interests: Paleoclimate, oceanography, geochemistry, earth system science, Geology club advisor, Expanding Your Horizons facilitator
Sibille Chalkley
M.S Mineralogy, University Tuebingen, Germany
B.S. Geology, University of Tuebingen, Germany
sibillechalkley@gmx.com
Interests: Crystallography, Petrology, Volcanism, Geochemistry, Geophysics, Exploration Geology, Natural Resources, Hydrology, Oceanography
William Davis
Kelly Clark, Biology Lab Coordinator, Camden
M.S. Biology, Emphasis: Paleontology, Georgia College and State University
B.S. Biology with Minor in Geology, Georgia College and State University
A.S., College of Coastal Georgia
kclark@ccga.edu
Interests: working with animals, fossils, insect collection, and biological illustration, facilitates fossil excavation activity in the Math and Science Expo, volunteer at CoastFest in face painting, and participates in various animal outreach
presentations to teach kids about native Georgia animals.
Jane Dees
John Dieterman
M.S. Chemical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
B. S. Engineering (Chemical Systems), University of South Carolina
jdieterman@ccga.edu
Roger Lloyd
Janet MacKinnon
M.S. Biology, Georgia Southern University
B.S. Biology, Meredith College
Jan.Mackinnon@dnr.ga.gov
Interests:biologist for the Georgia Department of Natural Resources Coastal Resources Division
Ernest Pascoe
Gary Reynolds
M.S. Environmental Science, East Carolina University
B.S. Marine Biology, University of North Carolina, Wilmington
A.S. Elizabeth City, NC
greynolds@ccga.edu
Interests: fishing, church involvement, First Baptist Church, Brunswick; wife, Caroyn (Cook) Reynolds - business 2-year degree from old Brunswick College; daughter, Danielle - husband, Nick Navarro, submariner; son David, Sr. Glynn Academy
Tamla Simmons
M.S. Biology, University of North Florida
B.S. Biology, Hampton University
tsimmons@ccga.edu
Interests: shrimp physiology, specifically nutrient transport of the hepatopancreas, started the Recycling Program at Stanton College Preparatory School (which is where I teach during the day), sponsor of the Black History Club at Stanton, Science Fair Coordinator for Stanton College Preparatory School, leading Stanton the international level, INTEL, every year (fingers crossed), weekly volunteer in the NICU at UF Shands Hospital.
Jacob Thompson
M.S. Biology, Georgia Southern University
B.S. Biology, Valdosta State University
jthompson@ccga.edu
Interests: Plant Ecology, Rare Plant Biology, Conservation
Biology, Community Ecology, Ecological Restoration
Lori Tigani