Meet Your Program Contacts
From your first inquiry to registering for classes and progressing toward graduation, WVU is committed to helping you succeed.
Your journey begins here, with WVU Online. Our team will help you explore program options, understand application steps, and connect you with University resources. Once you have selected the program that's right for you, we'll introduce you to your program contact. This contact will provide you with specialized guidance tailored to your academic path.
After admission, you will be assigned an academic advisor who will support you throughout your time in the program. Your advisor will help you choose courses that align with your goals and ensure you stay on track toward earning your degree.
Ready to take the next step? Complete our request for information form, and we will connect you with the people and resources that can help you move forward.
Dr. Donald Adjeroh
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Professor, Associate Chair for Computer Science, and Program Director for Computer Science Graduate Studies
Dr. Donald Adjeroh holds several roles such as Professor, Associate Chair for Computer Science, and Program Director for Computer Science Graduate Studies and oversees online courses for the Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. Connect with Dr. Adjeroh for support regarding the M.S. in Artificial Intelligence.
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Dr. Kashy Aminian
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Department of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering Charles T. Holland Professor
Dr. Kashy Aminian is a Charles T. Holland Professor and oversees online courses for the Department of Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering. Reach out to Dr. Aminian for support with the M.S. in Midstream Petroleum Engineering and Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate programs.
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Victoria Bodkins
Victoria is an admissions consultant for the College of Creative Arts and Media. She can answer questions you may have about the M.S. in Data Marketing Communications, M.A. in Game Design, M.A. in Music Business and Industry, and related graduate certificates.
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Dr. Avishek Choudhury
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering Assistant Professor
Dr. Avishek Choudhury is an Assistant Professor and oversees online courses for the Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering. Connect with Dr. Choudhury for support regarding Ph.D. in Occupational Safety and Health.
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Dale Dzielski
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering Research Associate and Program Director | M.S. in Software Engineering
Dale Dzielski is the Research Associate at the Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. Dale is the Program Director for the M.S. in Software Engineering, so reach out to him with any questions about the program.
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Timothy Eads
School of Medicine Assistant Director of Undergraduate Enrollment Management
Timmy Eads serves as Assistant Director of Undergraduate Enrollment Management for the West Virginia University School of Medicine Health Professions programs. Reach out to Tim for support with the B.S. in Health Informatics and Information Management.
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Phillip Engelkemier
School of Nursing Director of Recruitment and Retention
Phillip Engelkemier serves as the Director of Recruitment and Retention at the WVU School of Nursing. He oversees the Nursing RN to BN, Nursing MSN, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Nusing, PHd online programs.
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Melinda Gallagher
College of Applied Human Sciences Graduate Student Success and Enrollment Specialist
Melinda Gallagher is Graduate Student Success and Enrollment Specialist for the WVU College of Applied Human Sciences. Contact her for information regarding the Leadership Studies in Education, M.A., Literacy Education, M.A., Physical Education Teacher Education, M.S., and Special Education, M.A. online programs. She also the supports Combined School and District Leadership, General Instructional Supervision, School Physical Activity Leadership, and Principalship graduate certificates.
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Dr. Jeremy Gouzd
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering Teaching Assistant Professor
Dr. Jeremy Gouzd is a Teaching Assistant Professor and oversees online courses for the Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering. Connect with Dr. Gouzd for support regarding the M.S. in Safety Management program.
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Michael Harman
Eberly College of Arts and Media | Department of Geology and Geography Teaching Associate Professor of Geography; Director of the Online Master’s Program in GIS and Spatial Analysis
Michael Harman is a Teaching Associate Professor of Geography and Director of the Online Master’s Program in GIS and Spatial Analysis for the WVU Department of Geology and Geography through the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences. Contact him for information regarding the Geographic Information Systems and Spatial Analysis, M.S. online program.
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Kim Klaus
School of Medicine Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment
Kimberly Klaus serves as Assistant Director of Admissions for Professional and Undergraduate Programs in the West Virginia University School of Medicine. Reach out to Kim for questions about the M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology.
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Challice LaRose
Eberly College of Arts and Sciences | School of Social Work
Challice LaRose is the BSW Online Coordinator and Clinical Instructor for the WVU School of Social Work. Contact her for information regarding the Social Work, B.S.W. online program.
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Kristi Lukenich
School of Public Health Director of Admissions & Recruitment
Kristi Lukenich is the Director of Admissions & Recruitment at the WVU School of Public Heath. Reach out to her with any questions regarding the Health Administration, M.H.A. and Public Health, M.P.H. online programs.
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Maggie McCarthy
John Chambers College of Business and Economics College Recruitment Specialist, Undergraduate Programs
Maggie McCarthy is a College Recruitment Specialist at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics. Reach out to Maggie for support regarding the General Business, B.S.B.AD., Hospitality and Tourism Management, B.S.B.AD., or Marketing, B.S.B.AD. programs.
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Peter McGahey
College of Applied Human Sciences Online Programs Coordinator, Teaching Assistant Professor
Dr. Peter McGahey is a Teaching Associate Professor and Online Programs Coordinator for the WVU College of Applied Human Sciences. Contact him for information regarding the BA in Sport Leadership, the MS in Sport Coaching, and the MS in Executive Sport Management online degree programs. He also supports the Applied Sport Science in Coaching, Athlete Empowerment Through Positive Coaching, and Athlete Talent Identification and Development graduate certificates.
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Dana Musick
College of Applied Human Sciences | School of Education and Counseling Administrative Assistant
Dana Musick is the Administrative Assistant for the WVU School of Education and Counseling at the College of Applied Human Sciences. Contact her for information regarding the online Child Development and Family Studies, B.S. program.
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Brynne Myers
As an admissions consultant at the College of Creative Arts and Media, Brynne can help you with the M.S. in Digital Marketing Communications, M.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications, B.S. in Integrated Marketing Communications, and related graduate certificates.
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Katie Nicholas
Katie Nicholas is the Admissions Counselor at WVU Potomac State College. Contact Katie for support regarding the Business Administration, A.A., General Studies, A.A., or Pre-Social Work, A.A. programs.
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Dr. Ashish Nimbarte
Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources Chairperson, Professor, and Graduate Program Coordinator
Dr. Ashish Nimbarte is the Chairperson, Graduate Program Coordinator, and Professor. He also oversees online courses for the Department of Industrial and Management Systems Engineering. Connect with Dr. Nimbarte for support regarding the M.S. in Engineering Management.
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Jason Rice
Eberly College of Arts and Sciences | Department of Communication Studies Program Coordinator
Jason Rice is the Program Coordinator for the WVU Department of Communications through the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences. Contact him for information regarding the Communication Studies, M.A. online program.
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Aaron Rose
John Chambers College of Business and Economics Graduate Admissions Recruiter
Aaron Rose is the Graduate Admissions Recruiter at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics. Contact Aaron for support regarding the Business Cybersecurity, Economics, M.S., Forensic and Fraud Examination, M.S., Human Resource Leadership, M.S., or Business Data programs.
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Nick Sano-Franchini
Eberly College of Arts & Sciences | Multidisciplinary Studies Programs Program Manager and Senior Academic Advisor
Nick Sano-Franchini serves as Program Manager and Senior Academic Advisor for the West Virginia University Eberly College of Arts & Sciences Multidisciplinary Studies Programs. Reach out to Nick for support with the B.S. in Integrated Studies, Multidisciplinary Studies, B.MdS., and Regents Bachelor of Arts, R.B.A. online programs.
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Julie Turner-Maramba
John Chambers College of Business and Economics Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs
Julie Turner-Maramba the Assistant Dean of Graduate Programs at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics. Contact Julie for support regarding the Business Administration, D.B.A., AI Marketing, M.S., Healthcare Business Administration, M.B.A., or Business Administration, M.B.A. programs.
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Mandy Weirich
Eberly College of Arts and Sciences | School of Social Work MSW Online Program Coordinator, Gerontology Program Coordinator, and Clinical Instructor
Mandy Weirich is the MSW Online Program Coordinator, as well as the Gerontology Program Coordinator and Clinical Instructor for the WVU School of Social Work at the Eberly College of Arts and Sciences. Contact her for information regarding the online Master of Social Work programs for students in both regular and advanced standing.
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