Chancellor
Dr. Brian Shonk
Board of Visitors
Mr. Brad Cummings, Vice Chairperson, Rosie
Mr. Mike Arnold, Secretary, Cave City
Mr. Micah Beard, Batesville
Ms. Jenifer Floyd, Batesville
Ms. Michelle Reesor, Concord
Dr. Jody Smotherman, Batesville
Ms. Rachel Sowers, Batesville
Mr. Calvin Wright, Southside
UACCB Foundation Board
Mr. Roger Ried, Chairperson, Southside
Ms. Mandi Curtwright, Secretary, Batesville
Mr. Lee Conditt, Batesville
Mr. Ted Hall, Batesville
Ms. Connie Lawrence, Batesville
Mr. Gilbert Lopez, Batesville
Mr. Kevin S. Rose, Batesville
Ms. Jennifer Sandage, Batesville
Ms. Karen Shaw, Batesville
Ms. Jan Smith, Batesville
Mr. Dave Timko, Batesville
Mr. Robert McIntire, Batesville
Ms. Carrie Price, Batesville
Administration
Brian Shonk, Chancellor - A.A.S., Electronics Technology, Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC); A.A.S., Criminal Justice Technology, NWFSC; B.S., Criminal Justice/Psychology, Troy University; M.P.A., Public Administration, University of West Florida; Ed.D., Curriculum and Diversity Studies, UWF
Holly Smith, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs - B.S., Physical Education, Arkansas State University; M.S. Physical Education/Exercise Science, Arkansas State University; Ed.S. Community College Teaching/Community College Administration, Arkansas State University; Ed.D. Educational Leadership, Arkansas State University
Zach Perrine, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs – B.A. Speech, Public Relations, University of Central Arkansas; M.S.Ed., College Student Personnel Services and Administration, University of Central Arkansas; Ed.D., Higher Education Administration, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Bruce Hankins, Chief Financial Officer - B.B.A, Accounting, Harding University; M.B.A., University of Arkansas Little Rock
Heath Wooldridge, Executive Director of Facilities and Auxiliary Services - B.S., Agriculture Business, University of Arkansas, Monticello; Boiler Operator License; Lead and Asbestos Abatement Certification; Risk Management Certification
Chancellor
Brian Shonk, Chancellor - A.A.S., Electronics Technology, Northwest Florida State College (NWFSC); A.A.S., Criminal Justice Technology, NWFSC; B.S., Criminal Justice/Psychology, Troy University; M.P.A., Public Administration, University of West Florida; Ed.D., Curriculum and Diversity Studies, UWF
Office of the Chancellor
Tiffany Guinnip, Executive Assistant to the Chancellor/Director of Institutional Effectiveness – A.A.S., Business Services-Accounting Focus, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S., Organizational Leadership, University of Arkansas Fort Smith; M.S., Strategic Communication, Arkansas State University
Advancement
Shannon Haney, Director of Foundation – B.S, Political Science and History, Lyon College
Institutional Research
Rhonda Loper, Director of Institutional Research - A.A. Preparatory-Education, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, B.S., Interdisciplinary Studies, Delta State University, M.S., Community Development, Delta State University
Human Resources
Jodie Hightower, Director of Human Resources – B.S. Journalism/Public Relations, Arkansas State University; M.B.A., University of Central Arkansas
Tabitha Cole, Human Resource Generalist – B.S. Education, Arkansas State University
Academic Affairs
Holly Smith, Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs - B.S., Physical Education, Arkansas State University; M.S. Physical Education/Exercise Science, Arkansas State University; Ed.S. Community College Teaching/Community College Administration, Arkansas State University; Ed.D. Educational Leadership, Arkansas State University
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Amy Plaster, Director of Academic Operations - A.A.S., Criminal Justice, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.A., Criminology, Arkansas State University; M.A., Criminal Justice, Arkansas State University
Jenna Kuykendall, Academic Operations Specialist- A.A., General Education, University of Arkansas Community College
Adult Education Department
Amanda Moore, Director of Adult Education - B.S.General Studies. University of Arkansas, Monticello, M.A., English Children & YA Literature University of Arkansas, Monticello, M.A., in Teaching 7-12 University of Arkansas, Monticello
Elizabeth Hawkins, Administrative Specialist
Emily Neeley, Adult Education Instructor– M.A. in English Language and Literature, Arkansas State University; B.A. in English Language and Literature, Lyon College; A.A. General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Becky Saffell, Adult Education Instructor - B.S., Management, Lyon College; M.S.Ed., Business Education, Arkansas State University
Elizabeth Taylor, ESL Instructor – A.A., General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.A., History, Lyon College; M.A., Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Arkansas Tech University
Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence
Blayne A. Stewart, Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence – A.A., Ozarka College; B.S., History, University of Central Arkansas; M.S., Computer and Information Science, Southern Arkansas University
Stephanie Minor, Administrative Analyst - A.S. STEM, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Division of General Education
Jeanette Youngblood, Dean of General Education and Transfer – B.S., Psychology, Williams Baptist College; M.S., Applied Psychology, University of Arkansas Little Rock; Specialist in Community College Teaching and Sociology, Arkansas State University Jonesboro; Graduate Studies in Higher Education Leadership, Arkansas State University
Anthony Burkhammer, Math – B.S.E., Mathematics, Arkansas State University, M.S.E, Mathematics-Arkansas State University. Specialist in Education, Educational Leadership, Arkansas State University
Drew Davidson, Biology– B.S., Biology, Lyon College, M.S., Psychology-Abilene Christian University, PhD, Cell and Molecular Biology, Tulane University
Jennifer Emery, College Success – B.A., Education, Hendrix College; M.S., Counseling, University of Central Arkansas
Holly Goslin, English – B.A., Harding University; M.A., English, University of Central Arkansas
Vernon Hoffman, Biological Science - B.S., Wildlife Ecology and Management, Arkansas State University; M.S., Biology, Arkansas State University; Ed.D., Adult and Lifelong Learning, University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Mackenzie Jackson, Business Technology Instructor- M.B.A, Business Administration, Louisiana State University; B.S., Education, Arkansas State University
Rocky Majors, English– B.A. Professional Studies, Arkansas Tech University; M.A. in Teaching English as a Second Language, Arkansas Tech University
Beverly Meinzer, Chemistry - B.S., Biology and Chemistry, Lyon College; M.S., Chemistry, University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
Andrew Muse, Mathematics – B.S., Mathematics, University of Central Arkansas; M.S., Applied Mathematics, University of Central Arkansas
Rachel Ratcliff, Biological Science - B.S., Biology and Range Management, Texas A & M –Kingsville; M.S., Biology, Texas A & M – Kingsville
Connie Smith, Interim Director of Cosmetology - Licensed Cosmetologist, Licensed Cosmetologist Instructor; Arkansas Department of Health
John Stephens, Psychology – B.S., Mathematics, Abilene Christian University, M.S., Psychology-Abilene Christian University, PhD, Psychology, Capella University
Angela Strickland, English – B.A., English, East Texas State University; M.S., Library Science, University of North Texas; ABD, English, Texas A & M / Commerce
Shelly Sullens, Math – Specialist in Education B.A., Mathematics, Lyon College, M.S., Science and Mathematics-Arkansas State University
Ashley Walker, Education– B.A. in Spanish, Arkansas State University; M.A., English Language and Literature, Northwestern State University of Louisiana
William Wood, History – B.S.E., Social Science, Arkansas State University; M.A., History, Arkansas State University; Specialist in Community College Teaching, History, Arkansas State University; Ed.D., Doctor of Education, Arkansas State University
Division of Nursing and Health Professions
Becky Warren, Dean of Career and Workforce Education – B.S., Agricultural Business, Arkansas Tech University; M.S., Student Affairs, Missouri State University
Dana Cox, Director of Nursing - B.S.N., Arkansas State University; M.S.N., Nurse Educator, Arkansas State University
Jayla Cox, Nursing Faculty - A.A.S. Registered Nursing, Black River Technical College; B.S.N., Capella University
Melissa Cross, Nursing Faculty – A.A Nursing-RN, Ozarka College
Resa Dowdy, Nursing Faculty - T.C. Practical Nursing, Ozarka College; A.A.S. Registered Nursing, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Laura Draper, Simulation Coordinator – University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Jessica Jones, Nursing Faculty – A.A.S., Nursing-RN, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, B.S., Nursing, Arkansas Tech University.
Thomas Lemon, EMS Program Director – B.S., Healthcare Management, Westerns Governor University, A.S., Medical Paramedic Degree, UACCB, National EMS Certification, Paramedic
Dawn Smith, Patient Care Technician Instructor – A.A. Liberal Arts, Mount San Antonio College; Licensed Practical Nurse, Citrus College; B.S. Education, Ashford University; M.S. Education, Ashford University
Whitney Stone, Nursing and Health Professions Administrative Analyst – A.A General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, B.A., History, Lyon College
Ethan Wagnon, Instructor-Nursing and Allied Health – A.A.S., Nursing-RN, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, B.S., Nursing, U of A Little Rock.
Division of Workforce Education
Henry Akwah, Agriculture Technology– B.S., Agribusiness Management, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. M.S., Management Information Systems, Coventry University, PhD, Agriculture, Food and Life Science, University of Arkansas
Loyd Barry, Welding Instructor - AWS Certified Welding Inspector and AWS certified Tube Welder, National Tooling and Machining Association; National Tooling and Machining Apprenticeship, Hollister, CA; M.A., Divinity, Memphis School of Preaching
Justin Holman, Industrial Technology Instructor - Certified Welder, American Welding Society
Katrina Stevens, Coordinator of Community Education - B.S., Vocational Education, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Tiffany Traw, WIN Grant Coordinator-B.S., Elementary Education and Teaching, University of Arkansas at Monticello; A.S., Elementary Education
Randall Warn, Industrial Technology Instructor- A.A.S., Welding Technology, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; T.C., Culinary Arts, L'Academie de Cuisine
Learning Resource Center
Library
Jay Strickland Library Director A.A, South Plains College; B.A., English, University of Texas at Arlington; M.L.S., Library Science, University of North Texas
Jerrie Hooper, Library Coordinator – A.A., General Studies, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Student Success Center
Deanna Tillery, Director of Student Success Center – A.S., Middle School Math and Science, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S., Mathematics, Lyon College
Facilities and Auxiliary Services
Heath Wooldridge, Executive Director of Facilities and Auxiliary Services - B.S., Agriculture Business, University of Arkansas, Monticello; Boiler Operator License; Lead and Asbestos Abatement Certification; Risk Management Certification
Mark Cartwright, Director of Events – A.S., Business Administration, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S., Business Administration, Lyon College
College Store
Luanne Barber, College Store Manager – College Studies, Arkansas State University Beebe
Donetta Bradford, College Store Cashier- Associates of Applied Science Computer Systems, Arkansas State University Beebe
Food Services
Melissa Foster, Food Production Supervisor – Certified Dietary Manager and Certified Food Protection Professional, Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals; ServSafe Certified; ServSafe Proctor
Jennifer Hogans, Cook
Physical Plant
Mitch Kelley, Maintenance Assistant – College Studies, University of Arkansas Technical College
Chuck Martin, Maintenance Coordinator - College Studies, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Chris Middleton, Campus Maintenance Supervisor- A.A.S. Industrial Mechanical Technology, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Adrian Walker, Maintenance – Technical Certificate, Automotive Technology, Arkansas State University-Searcy; A.S., Business, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Dakota West, Maintenance – A.A.S Computer Information Systems, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Finance Office
Bruce Hankins, Chief Financial Officer - B.B.A, Accounting, Harding University; M.B.A., University of Arkansas Little Rock
Business Office
Jennifer Sinele, Business Office Manager - A.A.S., Accounting, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; College Studies, Arkansas State University; B.A.S., Accounting, University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Jennifer Coan, Fiscal Support Specialist - B.A., Economics with minor in accounting, Lyon College
Robin Britt, Student Accounts Officer – A.A.S., Accounting, National Park College; A.A., General Studies, National Park College
Sherrie Gunther, Accountant – Business Education Certificate, Gateway Technical College
Lori Renee Alpers, Fiscal Support Specialist- College Studies, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Purchasing
Peggy Jackson, Procurement Manager – CPPO, CPPB; A.A.S, Business Information Management, Ozarka College; A.A., Ozarka College; B.S. Education, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Student Affairs
Zach Perrine, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs – B.A. Speech, Public Relations, University of Central Arkansas; M.S.Ed., College Student Personnel Services and Administration, University of Central Arkansas; Ed.D., Higher Education Administration, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Casey Bromley, Student Life Coordinator – B.A.S., Business, University of Arkansas Fort Smith; A.A.S., Business Services, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Enrollment Services
Meagan Akins, Dean of Enrollment Services – B.A., Communications, University of Arkansas; M.A., Communications, Missouri State University
Welcome Center
Cheyenne Diaz, Director of the Welcome Center – A.A., General Education, Ozarka College; B.A., Visual Art, Lyon College; M.S., College Student Personnel, Arkansas Tech University
Valerie Bennett, College Navigator– B.A., History, Lyon College. M.S.E., Higher Education, Arkansas State University
Caitlyn Croft, College Navigator - A.A., General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Tina Goodman, Recruitment Coordinator -A.A.S., Business Services - Administrative Services Focus, A.A., General Education – Business Focus, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.A.S., Business Administration, University of Arkansas Fort Smith; M.S., College Student Personnel Services, Arkansas State University
Stephanie Holder, Administrative Assistant for the Welcome Center - A.A. General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Tammy Smith, Receptionist - A.A.S. Medical Office Management, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
C’aira Stewart, College Navigator – A.S., Elementary Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville, B.S., Education Studies, University of Arkansas Monticello
Tess Weatherford, College Navigator– B.S.W., Arkansas State University; M.S., Student Affairs Administration, Arkansas Tech University; Academic Advising Certificate, Arkansas Tech University
Admissions Processing Center
Nathaniel Pyle, Registrar- B.A., History, Lyon College; M.Ed., Higher Education Administration, Vanderbilt University
Amber Halvorson, Admissions Processing Coordinator - B.S. Business Administration, Southern New Hampshire University
Mickey Freeze, Advising Operations Coordinator- A.A., General Education, Ozarka College; B.S.E., Social Science, Arkansas State University; M.A., History, Arkansas State University
Tracey Thomas. Academic Services Coordinator- A.A.S. Medical Office Management, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville
Career Coaches
Lynn Bray, Career Coach – Office Technology, Manhattan Area Vocational Technical School, Microsoft Office Specialist; T.C., Accounting Support, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; A.A.S., Business Services, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S., Organizational Leadership, University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Courtney Cummings, Southside Career Coach – B.S Education Studies, U of A Monticello. M.A Teaching, U of A Monticello.
Philip Landers, Career Coach – B.S., Business Administration, Arkansas State University
Ben Rogers, Career Coach -Hillcrest – B.S. Environmental Science, American Military University. Masters of Geographic Information Systems Program, Penn State
Career Pathways
Shaneka Brandon, Director of Career Pathways - A.A.S. Business Technology, Arkansas State University Newport; B.S. Communication Studies, Arkansas State University Jonesboro; M.P.A., Public Administration, Arkansas State University Jonesboro
Van Taylor, CPI Case Manager - B.S., Organizational Management, John Brown University; M.S., Higher Education, Walden University
JAG
Elizabeth Smith, JAG College Career Coach – A.S., Education, Ozarka College; B.A., History, Arkansas State University; M.Ed., Higher Education-Academic Advising Concentration, Abilene Christian University, Education Specialist, Higher Education, ACU.
TRIO
Ronda McLelland, Director, TRIO Student Support Services – A.A., Ozarka College; B.A., Psychology & Early Childhood Education, Lyon College; M.S., Educational Psychology, Walden University
Lisa Lewis, Administrative Assistant, TRIO Student Support Services – A.A.S., Business Services – Accounting Focus, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.A.S., Business/Accounting, University of Arkansas Fort Smith
Sherrie Stagner, TRIO Student Services Personal Development Coach/Transfer Liaison, A.A., Business Focus, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.A., History, Lyon College; M.A., History, Arkansas State University
Justine Yatska, TRIO SSS Academic Success Coach – B.A., Anthropology, University of Central Arkansas; M.L.A, Arkansas Tech University
Financial Aid
Debbie Wyatt, Director of Financial Aid – B.A., Political Science, University of Arkansas at Little Rock; M.P.A., Public Administration, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Phyllis Garner, Financial Aid Specialist - Business Certification, Sawyer's Business College, Memphis
Pamela Smith, Assistant Director of Financial Aid – A.A., General Education, Arkansas State University Newport
Information Services
Crystal Blue, Director of Information Services - A.A.S., CIS/Networking, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S., Information Technology, Western Governors University
Johnny Babb, Coordinator of Academic Computing - C.P., CIS/Networking, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; A.A, General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; A.A.S., PC Hardware Repair, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; A.A.S., Business Services - CIS/Networking, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S. Business - Specialization in Economics, Liberty University
Greg Kaffka, Computer Support Technician – Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) & System Engineer (MCSE), Electro-Mechanical Degree, Pulaski Technical College
Dustin McAnally, Data Application Administrator – A.S., Business, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.S., Computer Science, Western Governors University, M.S., Data Analytics, Western Governors University.
Access and Testing Services
Louise Hughes, Director of Access and Testing Services– B.S., Botany, Arkansas State University; M.S., Vocational Education, University of Kentucky
Billy Stidham, Access and Testing Services Specialist – A.A., General Education, University of Arkansas Community College at Batesville; B.A., English, Lyon College