February 17, 2026
Celebrating academic excellence: Faculty tenure and promotions announced
The College of St. Scholastica is pleased to recognize the outstanding achievements of our faculty. This year, several faculty members have been granted tenure or earned promotions, marking a significant milestone in their professional journeys and their commitment to academic excellence.
“Please join me in congratulating our colleagues on their achievements and for their service to The College of St. Scholastica’s Catholic Benedictine mission,” President Dr. Barbara McDonald said.
Tenure appointments
- Dr. Surya Banks, Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Dr. Timothy Lorek, History
- Dr. Kaisa Syvaoja, Occupational Therapy
- Dr. Nicole Tombers, Physical Therapy
- Dr. Greg White, Nursing
Promotions granted
Promotion from Assistant to Associate Professor
- Dr. Carrie Alajoki, Post Baccalaureate Nursing
- Dr. Surya Banks, Chemistry and Biochemistry
- Dr. Richard Carrick, Fine Arts
- Dr. Taylor Hazelbaker, Psychology and Sociology
- Dr. Jamie Hunter, Occupational Therapy
- Dr. Anna Semanko, Psychology and Sociology
- Dr. Laura Smith, Nursing
Promotion to Full Professor
- Dr. Dalerie Lieberz, Physical Therapy
- Dr. Ryan Sandefer, Health Information and Informatics
Accomplished scholars, researchers, and practitioners
The expertise of our faculty is the cornerstone of the St. Scholastica experience. These promotions reflect the growing depth of leadership across diverse academic programs, from the health sciences to the liberal arts.
To learn more about the accomplished scholars, researchers, and practitioners who make up the College community, please visit the Faculty and Staff Directory.
