Alumni

Grace Jordan McFadden Professors Program Doctoral Graduates

	Adrian D. Addison, Ph.D. - Geology Hometown/State: Blythewood, South Carolina Degrees BS, Geophysics, University of Oklahoma Ph.D., Geology, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Camelia C. Knapp Current Position(s) Junior Web Developer TEK Systems \| Columbia, South Carolina Instructor, Environmental and Marine Science TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Douglas J. Archie III, Ph.D. - Clinical-Community Psychology Hometown/State: Tampa, Florida Degrees BS, Psychology, University of Florida MA, Rehabilitation and Mental Health, University of Florida PhD, Clinical Psychology, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Bret Kloos, Ph.D. Current Position Staff Psychologist Veterans Administration \| Indianapolis, Indiana
	Shanikque L. Barksdale, Ph.D. (2024) – Health Services Policy and Management Hometown/State: Abbeville, South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Nabil Natafgi Current Position Senior Consultant/DSMES State Quality Specialist South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Sharla D. Benson Brown, Ph.D. Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, African American Studies, University of South Carolina MAT, Social Studies, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Foundations of Education, University of South Carolina (2013) Mentor: Dr. Michelle J. Bryan Current Position Adjunct Faculty Instruction and Teacher Education, College of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Candace A. Bethea - Mathematics Hometown/State: Woodstock Georgia Degrees B.A., Mathematics, Washington & Lee University Ph.D., Mathematics, University of South Carolina Mentor: Jesse L. Kass, Ph.D. Current Position Consultant Bain & Company \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Genine L. Blue - Educational Studies/ Research & Measurement Hometown/State: East Orange, New Jersey Degrees BS, Chemistry, Southern University and A & M College M Ed. Science Education, Georgia State University Mentor: Stephen Lu, Ph.D.
	Mia J. Brantley, Ph.D. – Sociology Hometown/State: Meridian, Mississippi Degrees BA, Sociology, University of Alabama MA, Sociology, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Andrea K. Henderson, Ph.D. Current Position Postdoctoral Researcher/Lecturer Department of Sociology The Ohio State University \| Columbus, Ohio
	Ramelle Brooks, Ph.D. - Voice Performance, Music Hometown/State: Fayetteville, North Carolina Degrees BS, Music Education, Fayetteville State University MM, Music Education, Fayetteville, State University Ph.D., Music-Voice Performance, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Carl R. Wells, Ph.D. Current Position(s) Resident Artist Opera Carolina \| Charlotte North Carolina Voice Instructor South Carolina State University \| Orangeburg, South Carolina Director of Music Second Calvary Baptist Church \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Charity Brown Griffin, Ph.D. - Psychology Hometown/State: High Point, North Carolina Degrees BA, Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Ph.D., Psychology, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Shauna Cooper Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) and Licensed Psychologist Department of Psychological Services Winston-Salem State University \| Winston-Salem, North Carolina
	Alvoy L. Bryan, Jr., DMA - Music Performance Hometown: Decatur, Georgia Degrees BM, Music Performance, Indiana University MM, Music Performance, University of North Carolina at Greensboro D.M.A., Music Performance, University of South Carolina (2011) Mentor: Dr. Constance Gee Current Position Assistant Professor of Music and Music Department Coordinator Department of Humanities Allen University \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Courtney T. Callahan, Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences Hometown: Aiken, South Carolina Degrees BS Biology, Winthrop University Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor(s): Dr. Richard Hunt, Dr. Bert Ely, III Current Position Biologist Bioterrorism Rapid Response and Advanced Technology Laboratory Center for Disease Control (CDC) \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Terry Carter, Ph.D. - English Hometown/State: Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina Degrees BS, English, University of South Carolina MA, English, University of South Carolina Ph.D., English, University of South Carolina (2002) Mentor: Dr. Nancy Thompson Current Position Professor (Tenured) Department of English Kennesaw State University-Marietta Campus \| Marietta, Georgia
	Brianna R. Cornelius - Linguistics Hometown/State: Memphis, Tennessee Mentor: Tracey L. Weldon, Ph.D. Current Position Associate Director Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging The Park School of Buffalo
	Samantha L. Case, Ph.D. (2023)– Environmental Health Sciences Hometown/State: Denver, Colorado Mentor: Jamie Lead, PhD Current Position Industrial Hygienist North Carolina Department of Labor \| Charlotte, North Carolina
	Brittany C. Crawford, Ph.D. (2023), Epidemiology Hometown/State: Atlanta, Georgia Mentor: Susan Steck, PhD
	Candace N. Cunningham, Ph.D. - History Hometown/State: Nashville, Tennessee Degrees BA, History, Tennessee State University Ph.D., History, University of South Carolina (2018) Mentor: Dr. Bobby Donaldson Current Position Instructor TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Kevin M. Daniels, Ph.D. - Electrical Engineering Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Engineering, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. MVS Chandrashekar Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Electrical and Computer Engineering University of Maryland \| College Park, Maryland
	Brittany B. Davis, Ph.D. - Social Work Hometown/State: Bessemer, NC Degrees Ph.D., Social Work, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Dr. Ronald Pitner Current Position: Assistant Professor Social Work Johnson C. Smith University \| Charlotte, North Carolina
	Brent E. Dial, Ph.D. - Chemistry & Biochemistry Hometown/State: Anderson, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor: Dr. Ken D. Shimizu Current Position Synthetic Organic Chemist, Research Staff Applied Technology Group Chemical Science Division Oak Ridge National Lab \| Oak Ridge, Tennessee
	D. Samuel Deutsch, Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering Hometown/State: Dobbs Ferry, New York Degrees BS, Chemical Engineering, Brown University Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina (2006) Mentor: Dr. Christopher Williams Current Position Americas Technology Advisor/Technology Program Coordinator ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company \| Baytown, Texas
	Shundelle LaTjuan Dogan, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Policies Hometown/State: Greenville, South Carolina Degrees BA, Journalism, University of South Carolina M.Ed, Student Personnel Services, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Higher Education Administration, University of South Carolina (2002) Mentor: Dr. Richard Wertz Current Position Corporate Citizenship and Corporate Affairs Manager International Business Machines \| IBM, Atlanta, Georgia
	Tracy Dunn, Ph.D. - Business Marketing Hometown/State: Camden, South Carolina Degrees BA,German, Wofford College MS, Journalism, University of South Carolina MBA, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Marketing, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. June Cotte Current Position Associate Professor of Marketing (Tenured) and Interim Dean The Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business and Economics Benedict College \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Jamelle H. Ellis, Ph.D - Environmental Health Sciences Hometown/State: Charleston, South Carolina Degrees BS, Textile Management, Clemson University MS, Environmental Engineering Science, Clemson University Ph.D., Environmental Health Sciences, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Dwayne Porter Current Position Director of Community and Government Services Richland County Government \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Andrea Fleming - Counselor Education & Supervision Hometown/State: Sumter, South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Ryan G. Carlson
	Dorinda J. Gallant, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology Research Hometown/State: Andrews, South Carolina Degrees BA, Mathematics, Winthrop University M.Ed., Secondary Education/Mathematics, Coastal Carolina University Ph.D., Educational Studies/ Research and Measurement, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. Huynh Huynh Current Position Associate Professor (Tenured) Quantitative Research, Evaluation and Measurement College of Education and Human Ecology The Ohio State University \| Columbus, Ohio
	Fredrick A. Gardin, Ph.D. - Physical Education Hometown/State: Mt. Holly, North Carolina Degrees BS, Health Education, Appalachian State University MA, Health Education, East Carolina University Ph.D., Physical Education, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Jim Mensch Current Position Associate Professor (Tenured) Athletic Training Program Coordinator Montclair State University \| Montclair, New Jersey
	Simone A. Francis Gause, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Policies/Higher Education Hometown/State: Kingston, Jamaica/ Miami, Florida Degrees BS, Business Administration, University of Florida BS, Recreation, University of Florida MS, Sport Management, University of Florida Ph.D., Educational Leadership & Policies/Higher Education Mentor: Dr. Christian Anderson Current Position Research Associate Director and Faculty Fellow Center for Innovation in Higher Education College and of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Odell L. Glenn, Jr. - Chemical Engineering Hometown/State: Brooklyn, New York Degrees MS, Electrical Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology MS, Manufacturing Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina (2018) Mentor: Michael A. Matthews, Ph.D. Current Position: Adjunct Faculty Biological Sciences University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Akeen L. Hamilton, Ph.D.– Health Promotion, Education and Behavior Hometown/State: Burlington, North Carolina Degrees MA, Health Education, East Carolina University PhD, Health Promotion, Education and Behavior, University of South Carolina(2022) Mentor: Xiaoming Li, Ph.D. Current Position Research and Community Engagement Manager United States of Care \| Charlotte, North Carolina
	Sirena Hargrove-Leak, Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering Hometown/State: Kittrell, North Carolina Degrees BS, Chemical Engineering, North Carolina A & T University Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. Michael Matthews Current Position Associate Professor of Engineering (Tenured) Elon University \| Elon, North Carolina
	Theresa M. Harrison, Ph.D. (2023), Educational Foundations and Inquiry Hometown/State: Cleveland, Tennessee Mentor: Michelle Bryan, PhD Current Position Research Associate Research, Evaluation and Measurement Center \| College of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Destiny L. Hemphill Hometown: Conway, Arkansas Current Position Poet
	Joyce D. Jackson, Ph.D. - Management Science Hometown/State: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Degrees BS, Computer Science, Point Park University MBA, Penn State University Ph.D., Management Science, University of South Carolina (2007) Mentor: Dr. Mun Yi Current Position Assistant Professor Department of Computer Information Systems and Quantitative Methods University of Texas- Pan American \| Edinburg, Texas
	Brian L. Johnson, Ph.D. - English Hometown/State: Durham, North Carolina Degrees BA, English (magna cum laude), Johnson C. Smith University Honors College MA, English, University of Wisconsin-Madison Ph.D., English, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. Kwame Dawes Current Position Vice President of the Mercy College Manhattan Campus New York, New York Previous Position President of Tuskegee University \| Tuskegee, Alabama
	Christopher Leevy Johnson, Ph.D. - History Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, American History (With Honors), University of North Carolina MA, American History, University of South Carolina Ph.D., History, University of South Carolina (2004) Mentor: Dr. Bobby Donaldson Current Position(s) Campus Pastor Brookland Northeast Baptist Church \| Columbia, South Carolina Managing Director Leevy's Funeral Homes
	George L. Johnson, Jr., Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Special Education Hometown/State: Atlanta, Georgia Degrees BA, Government, University of Massachusetts M.Ed., Management, Cambridge College Ph.D., Educational Studies/Special Education, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. Mitch Yell Current Position Professor of Special Education and Special Education Academic Coordinator College of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences South Carolina State University \| Orangeburg, South Carolina
	Larry E. Jones, Jr., Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences Hometown/State: Florence, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of South Carolina (2008) Mentor: Dr. Michael Wyatt Current Position Nuclear Pharmacist Triad Isotopes and Staff Pharmacist Walgreens \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Lesley Joseph - Civil Engineering - APOGEE Hometown/State: Rockhill, SC Degrees B.S.E, Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina M.S., Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina M.S.E., Environmental Engineering, Johns Hopkins University Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Dr. Yeomin Yoon Current Position Principal Engineer Hazen and Sawyer \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Victor Kidd, Ph.D. - Sport Entertainment Management Hometown/State: District Heights, Maryland Degrees BS, Psychology, Virginia State University MSW, Social Work, Howard University Ph.D., Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina (2019) Mentor: Richard M. Southall, EdD
	Athena M. King, Ph.D. - Political Science Hometown/State: McBee, South Carolina Degrees B.A., Coker College MPA, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Political Science, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Todd C. Shaw
	Frank C. Martin, II - Art History Hometown/State: Sumter, South Carolina Mentor: Anne L. Bezuidenhout, Ph.D.
	A. TaQuesa McClain, Ph.D. - Health Services Policy & Management Hometown/State: El Paso, Texas Degrees BS Biology; BS Psychology, University of South Carolina MA, Health Services; MBA, Webster University Ph.D., Health Services Policy & Management, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor: Dr. Sara Corwin Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Health Care Management College of Business Lander University \| Greenwood, South Carolina
	Mékell T. Mikell, Ph.D. - Political Science Hometown/State: Charleston, South Carolina Degrees BA, Broadcast News, University of Georgia MS, Political Science, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Political Science, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Todd C. Shaw Current Position Special Advisor to the Director Office of Economic Impact and Diversity U.S. Department of Energy \| Washington, D.C.
	Valarie Redman Mingo, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership and Policies/Educational Administration Hometown/State: Paterson, New Jersey Degrees B.A., Psychology, Columbia University M.S.Ed., Psychological Services, University of Pennsylvania Ph.D., Educational Administration, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Michelle Maher Current Position: Currently pursuing employment.
	Vida Mingo, Ph. D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: Brooklyn, New York Degrees B.S., Johnson C. Smith University M.S., Long Island University Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Berten Ely, III Current Position Assistant Professor Department of Biology Columbia College \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Porchia A. Moore, Ph.D. - Library Science Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, English, College of Charleston MA, English Literature, The Citadel Ph.D., Library Science, University of South Carolina Mentor(s): Dr. Kendra Albright, Dr. Dick Kewooya Current Position Inclusion Catalyst, Columbia Museum of Art \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Christina Myers, Ph.D. - Mass Communications Hometown/State: Irmo, South Carolina Degrees BS, Biology & Chemistry, University of South Carolina MMC, Journalism, University of South Carolina PhD, Mass Communications, University of South Carolina (2022) Mentor: Dr. Kenneth Campbell Current Position Assistant Professor (tenure-track) School of Journalism, College of Communications Arts and Sciences Michigan State University \| East Lansing, Michigan
	Toby Nelson, Ph.D. - Chemistry & Biochemistry Hometown/State: Lake City, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, Francis Marion University Ph.D., Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of South Carolina (2007) Mentor: Dr. John Lavigne Current Position Associate Professor, Tenure Tracks Department of Chemistry Oklahoma State University \| Stillwater, Oklahoma
	N. Binda Niati- Education Studies, Foundations and Inquiry Hometown/State: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo Mentor: Bret Kloos, Ph.D.
	Julian D. Owens, Ph.D. - Health Promotion, Education, & Behavior Hometown/State: Alexandria, Virginia Degrees BA, Psychology, Morehouse College MPH, Public Health, The University of Michigan Ph.D. , Health Promotion, Educations, & Behavior, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Susann Schramm Pate, Dr. David Crockett Current Position Research Fellow Center for Adolescent Health, Bloomberg School of Public Health Johns Hopkins University \| Baltimore, Maryland
	Anthony Palmer, Ph.D. - Journalism & Mass Communications Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, Psychology/Sociology, Duke University MMC Journalism, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Journalism & Mass Communications, University of South Carolina (2011) Mentor: Dr. Shirley S. Carter Current Position American Diplomat/Consular Affairs Officer United States Foreign Service \| Assigned to U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana
	Melissa B. Pearson, Ph.D. - English Hometown/State: Hinesville, Georgia Degrees BA English, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign MA English/Writing Studies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Ph.D., English, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Kwame Dawes Current Position Senior Lecturer Writing Program, Department of English Northeastern University \| Boston, Massachusetts
	Alana Perez, MFA (2023), Poetry Hometown/State: Providence, Rhode Island Mentor: Samuel Amadon, MFA Current Position Artist in Resident Portugual
	Phyllis I. Perkins, Ph.D. - Pharmacy Administration Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees PharmD., University of South Carolina Ph.D., Pharmacy Administration, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. Richard Schultz Current Position Pharmacist Moncrief Army Hospital \| Fort Jackson, South Carolina Rite Aid \| Columbia South Carolina
	Don S. Polite, Jr., Ph.D. - History Hometown/State: Bronx, New York Degrees BA, American Studies, Williams College MS, Education, CUNY-Brooklyn College PhD, History, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Matthew D. Childs, Ph.D. Current Position Assistant Professor Department of History Augusta University \| Augusta, Georgia
	Lisa B. Randle - Anthropology Hometown/State: Stuttgart, Germany Mentor: Kenneth B. Kelly, Ph.D.
	Anita M. Rawls, Ph.D. - Educational Research Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Mathematics, University of South Carolina MA, Education Leadership, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Educational Research, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Huynh Huynh Current Position Psychometrician The College Board \| Yardley, Pennsylvania
	Lauren A. Reid, Ph.D. - Epidemiology Hometown/State: Atlanta, Georgia Degrees BS, Exercise Science, Kennesaw State University MPH, Physical Activity, University of South Carolina PhD, Epidemiology, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Angela D. Liese, Ph.D. Current Position Associate Director of Outcomes and Evaluation School of Physician Assistant Studies South College \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Lesley D. Riley, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Counselor Education Hometown/State: Grovetown, Georgia Degrees BA, Psychology, Yale University M.Ed, Secondary School Counseling, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Educational Psychology, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. John McFadden Current Position Associate Professor of Counseling College of Behavioral Sciences Argosy University \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Phyllis A. Sanders, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Polices Hometown/State: Concord, North Carolina Degrees BS, English, North Carolina A&T State University MS, Counseling Education, North Carolina A&T State University MS, Education Administration, North Carolina A&T State University Ph.D., Educational Administration, University of South Carolina (2001) Mentor: Dr. Rhonda Jeffries Current Position Adjunct Professor Psychology Columbia College \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Derrick Scott, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: Varnville, South Carolina Degrees BS, Biology, Virginia State University MA, Molecular Biology, Virginia Tech Mentor: Dr. Bert Ely, III Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Biology Department College of Mathematics, Natural Sciences & Technology Delaware State University \| Dover, Delaware
	Alexanderia T. Smith, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Counselor Education Hometown/State: Hopkins, South Carolina Degrees BA, Psychology/Criminal Justice, University of North Carolina, Charlotte Ph.D., Counselor Education, University of South Carolina (2007) Mentor: Dr. Colette Dollarhide Current Position Statewide Counseling Program Coordinator Webster University \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Winifred W. Thompson, Ph.D. - Health Promotion, Education & Behavior Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Educational Psychology, University of GA MSW, Social Work, University of GA Ph.D., Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior University of South Carolina (2006) Mentor: Dr. Kathyrn Luchok Current Position Research Assistant Professor, Rollins School of Public Health Department of Behavioral Sciences Health Education Emory University \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Benedicth O. Ukhueduan, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: JOS, Plateau State, Nigeria Degrees B.S. Chemistry, University of Minnesota, Duluth Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Rekha Patel, Ph.D. Current Position Postdoc Fellowship Department of Pediatric Infectious Disease Emory University \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Nancy A. Uriegas, Ph.D. (2024), Exercise Science Hometown/State: Humble, Texas Mentor: Toni Torres-McGehee, Ph.D. Current Position Assistant Professor (tenure track) Athletic Training \| Department of Human and Health Performance Texas State University \| San Marcos, Texas
	Janay M. Vacharasin, Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences Degrees BA, Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina MS, Biomedical Science, School of Medicine PhD, Biomedical Sciences, University of South Carolina (2022) Mentor: Dr. Sofia Lizarraga Current Position Assistant Professor Biology Francis Marion University \| Florence, South Carolina
	Denetra D. Walker, Ph.D. – Journalism and Mass Communications Hometown/State: Houston, Texas Degrees BFA, Radio/Television, Sam Houston State University MA, Journalism, University of South Carolina PhD, Journalism, University of South Carolina (2022)
	Serge Wandji, Ph.D. (2023), Nursing Science Hometown/State: Douala, Cameroon Mentor: Demetrius Abshire, Ph.D.
	Robert Ware, Ph.D., J.D. - International Business Hometown/State: Albuquerque, New Mexico Degrees BA, Economics, Harvard University MS, Marketing & International Business, Massachusetts Institute of Technology J.D., University of Florida Law School (2003) Ph.D., International Business, University of South Carolina (2002) Mentor: Dr. Jeffrey Arpan Current Position Assistant Professor Marketing Savannah State University \| Savannah, Georgia (Deceased, April 20, 2006)
	Monica D. Weathers, Ph.D. - Speech Language Pathology Hometown/State: Blacksburg, South Carolina Degrees BS, Special Education, Winthrop University MS, Speech-Language Pathology, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Speech-Language Pathology, University of South Carolina (2000) Mentor: Dr. Hiram McDade Current Position Chief Executive Officer - CEO Speech and Reading Therapy, Inc \| Benson, North Carolina
	Melicia C. Whitt-Glover, Ph.D. - Epidemiology Hometown/State: Rochester Hills, Michigan Degrees BA, Exercise Science, University of North Carolina MA, Exercise Physiology, University of North Carolina Ph.D., Epidemiology, University of South Carolina (1999) Mentor: Dr. Barbara Ainsworth Current Position President and Chief Executive Officer - CEO Gramercy Research Group \| Winston-Salem, North Carolina
	Lisa E. Wills, Ph.D. - Educational Studies/Psychology Hometown/State: Fort Washington, Maryland Degrees BS, Microbiology, Howard University MA, Comparative Literature, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Educational Studies/Psychology, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor: Dr. Michelle Jay Current Position Senior Director, Office of Undergraduate STEM Education Association of American Colleges and Universities \| Washington, District Of Columbia
	Kiesha M. Wilson, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: West Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Microbiology, Clemson University Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina (2019) Mentor: Berton E. Ely III, Ph.D.
	Regina E. Wragg. Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: Georgetown, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, University of South Carolina MAT, Secondary Science Education, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Berten Ely III Current Position Director of Assessment and Accreditation Office of the Dean, College of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Vicki M. Young, Ph.D. - Pharmacy Administration Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Mathematics, Wofford University BS, Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Pharmacy Administration, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. Richard Schultz Current Position Chief Operating Officer South Carolina Primary Health Care Association \| Columbia, South Carolina

	Adrian D. Addison, Ph.D. - Geology Hometown/State: Blythewood, South Carolina Degrees BS, Geophysics, University of Oklahoma Ph.D., Geology, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Camelia C. Knapp Current Position(s) Junior Web Developer TEK Systems \| Columbia, South Carolina Instructor, Environmental and Marine Science TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Douglas J. Archie III, Ph.D. - Clinical-Community Psychology Hometown/State: Tampa, Florida Degrees BS, Psychology, University of Florida MA, Rehabilitation and Mental Health, University of Florida PhD, Clinical Psychology, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Bret Kloos, Ph.D. Current Position Staff Psychologist Veterans Administration \| Indianapolis, Indiana
	Shanikque L. Barksdale, Ph.D. (2024) – Health Services Policy and Management Hometown/State: Abbeville, South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Nabil Natafgi Current Position Senior Consultant/DSMES State Quality Specialist South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Sharla D. Benson Brown, Ph.D. Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, African American Studies, University of South Carolina MAT, Social Studies, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Foundations of Education, University of South Carolina (2013) Mentor: Dr. Michelle J. Bryan Current Position Adjunct Faculty Instruction and Teacher Education, College of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Candace A. Bethea - Mathematics Hometown/State: Woodstock Georgia Degrees B.A., Mathematics, Washington & Lee University Ph.D., Mathematics, University of South Carolina Mentor: Jesse L. Kass, Ph.D. Current Position Consultant Bain & Company \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Genine L. Blue - Educational Studies/ Research & Measurement Hometown/State: East Orange, New Jersey Degrees BS, Chemistry, Southern University and A & M College M Ed. Science Education, Georgia State University Mentor: Stephen Lu, Ph.D.
	Mia J. Brantley, Ph.D. – Sociology Hometown/State: Meridian, Mississippi Degrees BA, Sociology, University of Alabama MA, Sociology, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Andrea K. Henderson, Ph.D. Current Position Postdoctoral Researcher/Lecturer Department of Sociology The Ohio State University \| Columbus, Ohio
	Ramelle Brooks, Ph.D. - Voice Performance, Music Hometown/State: Fayetteville, North Carolina Degrees BS, Music Education, Fayetteville State University MM, Music Education, Fayetteville, State University Ph.D., Music-Voice Performance, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Carl R. Wells, Ph.D. Current Position(s) Resident Artist Opera Carolina \| Charlotte North Carolina Voice Instructor South Carolina State University \| Orangeburg, South Carolina Director of Music Second Calvary Baptist Church \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Charity Brown Griffin, Ph.D. - Psychology Hometown/State: High Point, North Carolina Degrees BA, Psychology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Ph.D., Psychology, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Shauna Cooper Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) and Licensed Psychologist Department of Psychological Services Winston-Salem State University \| Winston-Salem, North Carolina
	Alvoy L. Bryan, Jr., DMA - Music Performance Hometown: Decatur, Georgia Degrees BM, Music Performance, Indiana University MM, Music Performance, University of North Carolina at Greensboro D.M.A., Music Performance, University of South Carolina (2011) Mentor: Dr. Constance Gee Current Position Assistant Professor of Music and Music Department Coordinator Department of Humanities Allen University \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Courtney T. Callahan, Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences Hometown: Aiken, South Carolina Degrees BS Biology, Winthrop University Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor(s): Dr. Richard Hunt, Dr. Bert Ely, III Current Position Biologist Bioterrorism Rapid Response and Advanced Technology Laboratory Center for Disease Control (CDC) \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Terry Carter, Ph.D. - English Hometown/State: Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina Degrees BS, English, University of South Carolina MA, English, University of South Carolina Ph.D., English, University of South Carolina (2002) Mentor: Dr. Nancy Thompson Current Position Professor (Tenured) Department of English Kennesaw State University-Marietta Campus \| Marietta, Georgia
	Brianna R. Cornelius - Linguistics Hometown/State: Memphis, Tennessee Mentor: Tracey L. Weldon, Ph.D. Current Position Associate Director Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging The Park School of Buffalo
	Samantha L. Case, Ph.D. (2023)– Environmental Health Sciences Hometown/State: Denver, Colorado Mentor: Jamie Lead, PhD Current Position Industrial Hygienist North Carolina Department of Labor \| Charlotte, North Carolina
	Brittany C. Crawford, Ph.D. (2023), Epidemiology Hometown/State: Atlanta, Georgia Mentor: Susan Steck, PhD
	Candace N. Cunningham, Ph.D. - History Hometown/State: Nashville, Tennessee Degrees BA, History, Tennessee State University Ph.D., History, University of South Carolina (2018) Mentor: Dr. Bobby Donaldson Current Position Instructor TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Kevin M. Daniels, Ph.D. - Electrical Engineering Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Engineering, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Electrical Engineering, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. MVS Chandrashekar Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Electrical and Computer Engineering University of Maryland \| College Park, Maryland
	Brittany B. Davis, Ph.D. - Social Work Hometown/State: Bessemer, NC Degrees Ph.D., Social Work, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Dr. Ronald Pitner Current Position: Assistant Professor Social Work Johnson C. Smith University \| Charlotte, North Carolina
	Brent E. Dial, Ph.D. - Chemistry & Biochemistry Hometown/State: Anderson, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor: Dr. Ken D. Shimizu Current Position Synthetic Organic Chemist, Research Staff Applied Technology Group Chemical Science Division Oak Ridge National Lab \| Oak Ridge, Tennessee
	D. Samuel Deutsch, Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering Hometown/State: Dobbs Ferry, New York Degrees BS, Chemical Engineering, Brown University Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina (2006) Mentor: Dr. Christopher Williams Current Position Americas Technology Advisor/Technology Program Coordinator ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Company \| Baytown, Texas
	Shundelle LaTjuan Dogan, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Policies Hometown/State: Greenville, South Carolina Degrees BA, Journalism, University of South Carolina M.Ed, Student Personnel Services, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Higher Education Administration, University of South Carolina (2002) Mentor: Dr. Richard Wertz Current Position Corporate Citizenship and Corporate Affairs Manager International Business Machines \| IBM, Atlanta, Georgia
	Tracy Dunn, Ph.D. - Business Marketing Hometown/State: Camden, South Carolina Degrees BA,German, Wofford College MS, Journalism, University of South Carolina MBA, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Marketing, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. June Cotte Current Position Associate Professor of Marketing (Tenured) and Interim Dean The Tyrone Adam Burroughs School of Business and Economics Benedict College \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Jamelle H. Ellis, Ph.D - Environmental Health Sciences Hometown/State: Charleston, South Carolina Degrees BS, Textile Management, Clemson University MS, Environmental Engineering Science, Clemson University Ph.D., Environmental Health Sciences, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Dwayne Porter Current Position Director of Community and Government Services Richland County Government \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Andrea Fleming - Counselor Education & Supervision Hometown/State: Sumter, South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Ryan G. Carlson
	Dorinda J. Gallant, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology Research Hometown/State: Andrews, South Carolina Degrees BA, Mathematics, Winthrop University M.Ed., Secondary Education/Mathematics, Coastal Carolina University Ph.D., Educational Studies/ Research and Measurement, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. Huynh Huynh Current Position Associate Professor (Tenured) Quantitative Research, Evaluation and Measurement College of Education and Human Ecology The Ohio State University \| Columbus, Ohio
	Fredrick A. Gardin, Ph.D. - Physical Education Hometown/State: Mt. Holly, North Carolina Degrees BS, Health Education, Appalachian State University MA, Health Education, East Carolina University Ph.D., Physical Education, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Jim Mensch Current Position Associate Professor (Tenured) Athletic Training Program Coordinator Montclair State University \| Montclair, New Jersey
	Simone A. Francis Gause, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Policies/Higher Education Hometown/State: Kingston, Jamaica/ Miami, Florida Degrees BS, Business Administration, University of Florida BS, Recreation, University of Florida MS, Sport Management, University of Florida Ph.D., Educational Leadership & Policies/Higher Education Mentor: Dr. Christian Anderson Current Position Research Associate Director and Faculty Fellow Center for Innovation in Higher Education College and of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Odell L. Glenn, Jr. - Chemical Engineering Hometown/State: Brooklyn, New York Degrees MS, Electrical Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology MS, Manufacturing Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina (2018) Mentor: Michael A. Matthews, Ph.D. Current Position: Adjunct Faculty Biological Sciences University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Akeen L. Hamilton, Ph.D.– Health Promotion, Education and Behavior Hometown/State: Burlington, North Carolina Degrees MA, Health Education, East Carolina University PhD, Health Promotion, Education and Behavior, University of South Carolina(2022) Mentor: Xiaoming Li, Ph.D. Current Position Research and Community Engagement Manager United States of Care \| Charlotte, North Carolina
	Sirena Hargrove-Leak, Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering Hometown/State: Kittrell, North Carolina Degrees BS, Chemical Engineering, North Carolina A & T University Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. Michael Matthews Current Position Associate Professor of Engineering (Tenured) Elon University \| Elon, North Carolina
	Theresa M. Harrison, Ph.D. (2023), Educational Foundations and Inquiry Hometown/State: Cleveland, Tennessee Mentor: Michelle Bryan, PhD Current Position Research Associate Research, Evaluation and Measurement Center \| College of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Destiny L. Hemphill Hometown: Conway, Arkansas Current Position Poet
	Joyce D. Jackson, Ph.D. - Management Science Hometown/State: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Degrees BS, Computer Science, Point Park University MBA, Penn State University Ph.D., Management Science, University of South Carolina (2007) Mentor: Dr. Mun Yi Current Position Assistant Professor Department of Computer Information Systems and Quantitative Methods University of Texas- Pan American \| Edinburg, Texas
	Brian L. Johnson, Ph.D. - English Hometown/State: Durham, North Carolina Degrees BA, English (magna cum laude), Johnson C. Smith University Honors College MA, English, University of Wisconsin-Madison Ph.D., English, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. Kwame Dawes Current Position Vice President of the Mercy College Manhattan Campus New York, New York Previous Position President of Tuskegee University \| Tuskegee, Alabama
	Christopher Leevy Johnson, Ph.D. - History Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, American History (With Honors), University of North Carolina MA, American History, University of South Carolina Ph.D., History, University of South Carolina (2004) Mentor: Dr. Bobby Donaldson Current Position(s) Campus Pastor Brookland Northeast Baptist Church \| Columbia, South Carolina Managing Director Leevy's Funeral Homes
	George L. Johnson, Jr., Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Special Education Hometown/State: Atlanta, Georgia Degrees BA, Government, University of Massachusetts M.Ed., Management, Cambridge College Ph.D., Educational Studies/Special Education, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. Mitch Yell Current Position Professor of Special Education and Special Education Academic Coordinator College of Education, Humanities, and Social Sciences South Carolina State University \| Orangeburg, South Carolina
	Larry E. Jones, Jr., Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences Hometown/State: Florence, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of South Carolina (2008) Mentor: Dr. Michael Wyatt Current Position Nuclear Pharmacist Triad Isotopes and Staff Pharmacist Walgreens \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Lesley Joseph - Civil Engineering - APOGEE Hometown/State: Rockhill, SC Degrees B.S.E, Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina M.S., Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina M.S.E., Environmental Engineering, Johns Hopkins University Ph.D., Civil Engineering, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Dr. Yeomin Yoon Current Position Principal Engineer Hazen and Sawyer \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Victor Kidd, Ph.D. - Sport Entertainment Management Hometown/State: District Heights, Maryland Degrees BS, Psychology, Virginia State University MSW, Social Work, Howard University Ph.D., Sport and Entertainment Management, University of South Carolina (2019) Mentor: Richard M. Southall, EdD
	Athena M. King, Ph.D. - Political Science Hometown/State: McBee, South Carolina Degrees B.A., Coker College MPA, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Political Science, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Todd C. Shaw
	Frank C. Martin, II - Art History Hometown/State: Sumter, South Carolina Mentor: Anne L. Bezuidenhout, Ph.D.
	A. TaQuesa McClain, Ph.D. - Health Services Policy & Management Hometown/State: El Paso, Texas Degrees BS Biology; BS Psychology, University of South Carolina MA, Health Services; MBA, Webster University Ph.D., Health Services Policy & Management, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor: Dr. Sara Corwin Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Health Care Management College of Business Lander University \| Greenwood, South Carolina
	Mékell T. Mikell, Ph.D. - Political Science Hometown/State: Charleston, South Carolina Degrees BA, Broadcast News, University of Georgia MS, Political Science, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Political Science, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Todd C. Shaw Current Position Special Advisor to the Director Office of Economic Impact and Diversity U.S. Department of Energy \| Washington, D.C.
	Valarie Redman Mingo, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership and Policies/Educational Administration Hometown/State: Paterson, New Jersey Degrees B.A., Psychology, Columbia University M.S.Ed., Psychological Services, University of Pennsylvania Ph.D., Educational Administration, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Michelle Maher Current Position: Currently pursuing employment.
	Vida Mingo, Ph. D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: Brooklyn, New York Degrees B.S., Johnson C. Smith University M.S., Long Island University Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Berten Ely, III Current Position Assistant Professor Department of Biology Columbia College \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Porchia A. Moore, Ph.D. - Library Science Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, English, College of Charleston MA, English Literature, The Citadel Ph.D., Library Science, University of South Carolina Mentor(s): Dr. Kendra Albright, Dr. Dick Kewooya Current Position Inclusion Catalyst, Columbia Museum of Art \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Christina Myers, Ph.D. - Mass Communications Hometown/State: Irmo, South Carolina Degrees BS, Biology & Chemistry, University of South Carolina MMC, Journalism, University of South Carolina PhD, Mass Communications, University of South Carolina (2022) Mentor: Dr. Kenneth Campbell Current Position Assistant Professor (tenure-track) School of Journalism, College of Communications Arts and Sciences Michigan State University \| East Lansing, Michigan
	Toby Nelson, Ph.D. - Chemistry & Biochemistry Hometown/State: Lake City, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, Francis Marion University Ph.D., Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of South Carolina (2007) Mentor: Dr. John Lavigne Current Position Associate Professor, Tenure Tracks Department of Chemistry Oklahoma State University \| Stillwater, Oklahoma
	N. Binda Niati- Education Studies, Foundations and Inquiry Hometown/State: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo Mentor: Bret Kloos, Ph.D.
	Julian D. Owens, Ph.D. - Health Promotion, Education, & Behavior Hometown/State: Alexandria, Virginia Degrees BA, Psychology, Morehouse College MPH, Public Health, The University of Michigan Ph.D. , Health Promotion, Educations, & Behavior, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Susann Schramm Pate, Dr. David Crockett Current Position Research Fellow Center for Adolescent Health, Bloomberg School of Public Health Johns Hopkins University \| Baltimore, Maryland
	Anthony Palmer, Ph.D. - Journalism & Mass Communications Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BA, Psychology/Sociology, Duke University MMC Journalism, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Journalism & Mass Communications, University of South Carolina (2011) Mentor: Dr. Shirley S. Carter Current Position American Diplomat/Consular Affairs Officer United States Foreign Service \| Assigned to U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana
	Melissa B. Pearson, Ph.D. - English Hometown/State: Hinesville, Georgia Degrees BA English, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign MA English/Writing Studies, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Ph.D., English, University of South Carolina (2010) Mentor: Dr. Kwame Dawes Current Position Senior Lecturer Writing Program, Department of English Northeastern University \| Boston, Massachusetts
	Alana Perez, MFA (2023), Poetry Hometown/State: Providence, Rhode Island Mentor: Samuel Amadon, MFA Current Position Artist in Resident Portugual
	Phyllis I. Perkins, Ph.D. - Pharmacy Administration Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees PharmD., University of South Carolina Ph.D., Pharmacy Administration, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. Richard Schultz Current Position Pharmacist Moncrief Army Hospital \| Fort Jackson, South Carolina Rite Aid \| Columbia South Carolina
	Don S. Polite, Jr., Ph.D. - History Hometown/State: Bronx, New York Degrees BA, American Studies, Williams College MS, Education, CUNY-Brooklyn College PhD, History, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Matthew D. Childs, Ph.D. Current Position Assistant Professor Department of History Augusta University \| Augusta, Georgia
	Lisa B. Randle - Anthropology Hometown/State: Stuttgart, Germany Mentor: Kenneth B. Kelly, Ph.D.
	Anita M. Rawls, Ph.D. - Educational Research Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Mathematics, University of South Carolina MA, Education Leadership, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Educational Research, University of South Carolina (2009) Mentor: Dr. Huynh Huynh Current Position Psychometrician The College Board \| Yardley, Pennsylvania
	Lauren A. Reid, Ph.D. - Epidemiology Hometown/State: Atlanta, Georgia Degrees BS, Exercise Science, Kennesaw State University MPH, Physical Activity, University of South Carolina PhD, Epidemiology, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Angela D. Liese, Ph.D. Current Position Associate Director of Outcomes and Evaluation School of Physician Assistant Studies South College \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Lesley D. Riley, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Counselor Education Hometown/State: Grovetown, Georgia Degrees BA, Psychology, Yale University M.Ed, Secondary School Counseling, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Educational Psychology, University of South Carolina (2005) Mentor: Dr. John McFadden Current Position Associate Professor of Counseling College of Behavioral Sciences Argosy University \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Phyllis A. Sanders, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Polices Hometown/State: Concord, North Carolina Degrees BS, English, North Carolina A&T State University MS, Counseling Education, North Carolina A&T State University MS, Education Administration, North Carolina A&T State University Ph.D., Educational Administration, University of South Carolina (2001) Mentor: Dr. Rhonda Jeffries Current Position Adjunct Professor Psychology Columbia College \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Derrick Scott, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: Varnville, South Carolina Degrees BS, Biology, Virginia State University MA, Molecular Biology, Virginia Tech Mentor: Dr. Bert Ely, III Current Position Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) Biology Department College of Mathematics, Natural Sciences & Technology Delaware State University \| Dover, Delaware
	Alexanderia T. Smith, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Counselor Education Hometown/State: Hopkins, South Carolina Degrees BA, Psychology/Criminal Justice, University of North Carolina, Charlotte Ph.D., Counselor Education, University of South Carolina (2007) Mentor: Dr. Colette Dollarhide Current Position Statewide Counseling Program Coordinator Webster University \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Winifred W. Thompson, Ph.D. - Health Promotion, Education & Behavior Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Educational Psychology, University of GA MSW, Social Work, University of GA Ph.D., Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior University of South Carolina (2006) Mentor: Dr. Kathyrn Luchok Current Position Research Assistant Professor, Rollins School of Public Health Department of Behavioral Sciences Health Education Emory University \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Benedicth O. Ukhueduan, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: JOS, Plateau State, Nigeria Degrees B.S. Chemistry, University of Minnesota, Duluth Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina (2021) Mentor: Rekha Patel, Ph.D. Current Position Postdoc Fellowship Department of Pediatric Infectious Disease Emory University \| Atlanta, Georgia
	Nancy A. Uriegas, Ph.D. (2024), Exercise Science Hometown/State: Humble, Texas Mentor: Toni Torres-McGehee, Ph.D. Current Position Assistant Professor (tenure track) Athletic Training \| Department of Human and Health Performance Texas State University \| San Marcos, Texas
	Janay M. Vacharasin, Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences Degrees BA, Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina MS, Biomedical Science, School of Medicine PhD, Biomedical Sciences, University of South Carolina (2022) Mentor: Dr. Sofia Lizarraga Current Position Assistant Professor Biology Francis Marion University \| Florence, South Carolina
	Denetra D. Walker, Ph.D. – Journalism and Mass Communications Hometown/State: Houston, Texas Degrees BFA, Radio/Television, Sam Houston State University MA, Journalism, University of South Carolina PhD, Journalism, University of South Carolina (2022)
	Serge Wandji, Ph.D. (2023), Nursing Science Hometown/State: Douala, Cameroon Mentor: Demetrius Abshire, Ph.D.
	Robert Ware, Ph.D., J.D. - International Business Hometown/State: Albuquerque, New Mexico Degrees BA, Economics, Harvard University MS, Marketing & International Business, Massachusetts Institute of Technology J.D., University of Florida Law School (2003) Ph.D., International Business, University of South Carolina (2002) Mentor: Dr. Jeffrey Arpan Current Position Assistant Professor Marketing Savannah State University \| Savannah, Georgia (Deceased, April 20, 2006)
	Monica D. Weathers, Ph.D. - Speech Language Pathology Hometown/State: Blacksburg, South Carolina Degrees BS, Special Education, Winthrop University MS, Speech-Language Pathology, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Speech-Language Pathology, University of South Carolina (2000) Mentor: Dr. Hiram McDade Current Position Chief Executive Officer - CEO Speech and Reading Therapy, Inc \| Benson, North Carolina
	Melicia C. Whitt-Glover, Ph.D. - Epidemiology Hometown/State: Rochester Hills, Michigan Degrees BA, Exercise Science, University of North Carolina MA, Exercise Physiology, University of North Carolina Ph.D., Epidemiology, University of South Carolina (1999) Mentor: Dr. Barbara Ainsworth Current Position President and Chief Executive Officer - CEO Gramercy Research Group \| Winston-Salem, North Carolina
	Lisa E. Wills, Ph.D. - Educational Studies/Psychology Hometown/State: Fort Washington, Maryland Degrees BS, Microbiology, Howard University MA, Comparative Literature, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Educational Studies/Psychology, University of South Carolina (2012) Mentor: Dr. Michelle Jay Current Position Senior Director, Office of Undergraduate STEM Education Association of American Colleges and Universities \| Washington, District Of Columbia
	Kiesha M. Wilson, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: West Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Microbiology, Clemson University Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina (2019) Mentor: Berton E. Ely III, Ph.D.
	Regina E. Wragg. Ph.D. - Biological Sciences Hometown/State: Georgetown, South Carolina Degrees BS, Chemistry, University of South Carolina MAT, Secondary Science Education, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Biological Sciences, University of South Carolina Mentor: Dr. Berten Ely III Current Position Director of Assessment and Accreditation Office of the Dean, College of Education University of South Carolina \| Columbia, South Carolina
	Vicki M. Young, Ph.D. - Pharmacy Administration Hometown/State: Columbia, South Carolina Degrees BS, Mathematics, Wofford University BS, Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of South Carolina Ph.D., Pharmacy Administration, University of South Carolina (2003) Mentor: Dr. Richard Schultz Current Position Chief Operating Officer South Carolina Primary Health Care Association \| Columbia, South Carolina

Graduate School

Alumni

Grace Jordan McFadden Professors Program Doctoral Graduates

Adrian D. Addison, Ph.D. - Geology

Douglas J. Archie III, Ph.D. - Clinical-Community Psychology

Shanikque L. Barksdale, Ph.D. (2024) – Health Services Policy and Management

Sharla D. Benson Brown, Ph.D.

Candace A. Bethea - Mathematics

Genine L. Blue - Educational Studies/ Research & Measurement

Mia J. Brantley, Ph.D. – Sociology

Ramelle Brooks, Ph.D. - Voice Performance, Music

Charity Brown Griffin, Ph.D. - Psychology

Alvoy L. Bryan, Jr., DMA - Music Performance

Courtney T. Callahan, Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences

Terry Carter, Ph.D. - English

Brianna R. Cornelius - Linguistics

Samantha L. Case, Ph.D. (2023)– Environmental Health Sciences

Brittany C. Crawford, Ph.D. (2023), Epidemiology

Candace N. Cunningham, Ph.D. - History

Kevin M. Daniels, Ph.D. - Electrical Engineering

Brittany B. Davis, Ph.D. - Social Work

Brent E. Dial, Ph.D. - Chemistry & Biochemistry

D. Samuel Deutsch, Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering

Shundelle LaTjuan Dogan, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Policies

Tracy Dunn, Ph.D. - Business Marketing

Jamelle H. Ellis, Ph.D - Environmental Health Sciences

Andrea Fleming - Counselor Education & Supervision

Dorinda J. Gallant, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology Research

Fredrick A. Gardin, Ph.D. - Physical Education

Simone A. Francis Gause, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Policies/Higher Education

Odell L. Glenn, Jr. - Chemical Engineering

Akeen L. Hamilton, Ph.D.– Health Promotion, Education and Behavior

Sirena Hargrove-Leak, Ph.D. - Chemical Engineering

Theresa M. Harrison, Ph.D. (2023), Educational Foundations and Inquiry

Destiny L. Hemphill

Joyce D. Jackson, Ph.D. - Management Science

Brian L. Johnson, Ph.D. - English

Christopher Leevy Johnson, Ph.D. - History

George L. Johnson, Jr., Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Special Education

Larry E. Jones, Jr., Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences

Lesley Joseph - Civil Engineering - APOGEE

Victor Kidd, Ph.D. - Sport Entertainment Management

Athena M. King, Ph.D. - Political Science

Frank C. Martin, II - Art History

A. TaQuesa McClain, Ph.D. - Health Services Policy & Management

Mékell T. Mikell, Ph.D. - Political Science

Valarie Redman Mingo, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership and Policies/Educational Administration

Vida Mingo, Ph. D. - Biological Sciences

Porchia A. Moore, Ph.D. - Library Science

Christina Myers, Ph.D. - Mass Communications

Toby Nelson, Ph.D. - Chemistry & Biochemistry

N. Binda Niati- Education Studies, Foundations and Inquiry

Julian D. Owens, Ph.D. - Health Promotion, Education, & Behavior

Anthony Palmer, Ph.D. - Journalism & Mass Communications

Melissa B. Pearson, Ph.D. - English

Alana Perez, MFA (2023), Poetry

Phyllis I. Perkins, Ph.D. - Pharmacy Administration

Don S. Polite, Jr., Ph.D. - History

Lisa B. Randle - Anthropology

Anita M. Rawls, Ph.D. - Educational Research

Lauren A. Reid, Ph.D. - Epidemiology

Lesley D. Riley, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Counselor Education

Phyllis A. Sanders, Ph.D. - Educational Leadership & Polices

Derrick Scott, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences

Alexanderia T. Smith, Ph.D. - Educational Psychology & Counselor Education

Winifred W. Thompson, Ph.D. - Health Promotion, Education & Behavior

Benedicth O. Ukhueduan, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences

Nancy A. Uriegas, Ph.D. (2024), Exercise Science

Janay M. Vacharasin, Ph.D. - Biomedical Sciences

Denetra D. Walker, Ph.D. – Journalism and Mass Communications

Serge Wandji, Ph.D. (2023), Nursing Science

Robert Ware, Ph.D., J.D. - International Business

Monica D. Weathers, Ph.D. - Speech Language Pathology

Melicia C. Whitt-Glover, Ph.D. - Epidemiology

Lisa E. Wills, Ph.D. - Educational Studies/Psychology

Kiesha M. Wilson, Ph.D. - Biological Sciences

Regina E. Wragg. Ph.D. - Biological Sciences

Vicki M. Young, Ph.D. - Pharmacy Administration

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