Jenn Stapleton
Degrees B.A. in Accounting
Anna Duke
Degrees B.A., The College of Wooster ’15
Zoë (Zwegat) Schmid
Degrees B.A. in Anthropology and Art History (minor), The College of Wooster ’14 M.A. in Arts Policy & Administration, The Ohio State University
Brandon Leatherman
Degrees Associate of Arts, The University of Akron
Linda Swanson
Degrees Bachelor’s degree, Ashland University
Rebecca Schmidt
Degrees B.A., Agnes Scott College M.A.T., George Washington University
Sharon Rice
Degrees B.A., The College of Wooster, 1990 M.Ed., Kent State University, 1994
Amanda Mizeur
Degrees B.A. in Sociology, The College of Wooster ’03 M.A. in Nonprofit Management from Notre Dame of Maryland University
Hallie Bischoff
Degrees B.A. in Biology, The College of Wooster ’21
Steve Crawford
Degrees B.A., Capital University M.A., The Ohio State University
Sue Cunningham
Sue Cunningham is President and CEO of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), which supports over 3,100 schools, colleges and universities worldwide in developing their integrated advancement work (alumni relations, communications, fundraising and marketing operations). As CASE President and CEO, Ms. Cunningham provides strategic and operational leadership for one of the largest associations of education-related institutions in the world with members in over 80 countries.
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Mickey McDonald
The GLCA takes actions that will help strengthen and preserve our colleges; and by being a leading force on behalf of education in the tradition of the liberal arts and sciences. Rich in tradition, GLCA will continue to enhance our colleges by leading as new areas of opportunity and challenge emerge.
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Todd Jones
The Association of Independent Colleges & Universities of Ohio (AICUO) seeks to strengthen student financial aid programs and bring about a greater understanding of the benefits and contributions of Ohio independent colleges and universities. At the same time, the association works to promote the well-being of Ohio higher education as a whole, with special regard for the dual private/public nature of the responsibility to serve the educational, social, and cultural needs of the state and the nation.
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Lindsey Interlante
The Five Colleges of Ohio organization focuses on issues and opportunities of mutual concern, creating joint programs that enhance member institutions. This foundation of trust stimulates us to challenge the status quo and imagine how we might be better off both collectively and individually. The College of Wooster is a proud member of the Ohio Five.
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Kurt Russell
A 25-year veteran of the classroom, Kurt Russell ’94 was first inspired to become a teacher in middle school, when he encountered his first Black male teacher. Now as 2022 National Teacher of the Year, he plans to advocate for classrooms to better reflect the students within them — from a curriculum that reflects their backgrounds and identities to a more diverse teaching profession.
Kurt teaches history at Oberlin High School in Oberlin, Ohio, where he was born and raised; his classes include African American history, which he has taught since the late 1990s, and Race, Gender and Oppression, a class he developed. He also serves as faculty advisor for the student-led Black Student Union, whose work has led to positive impacts for students across racial groups.
In addition to his classroom and extracurricular duties, Kurt is the head coach for the school’s varsity basketball team. He sees basketball as an extension of the classroom, and a place where young people can learn about working together and how to handle both adversity and success.
Kurt holds a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in history and a minor in Black studies from the College of Wooster and a Master of Education in curriculum and instruction from Ashland University. He continues to take courses in child development at Oakland City University.
He was previously recognized as teacher of the year by the Oberlin Heritage Center and the Oberlin chapter of the NAACP, and as Lorain County Basketball Association Coach of the Year and the Northeast Ohio Coach of the Year.
Kurt lives with his wife, Donna, in Oberlin. They are the parents of two adult sons, Kurt Junior (KJ) and Korey. Kurt enjoys reading non-fiction and traveling.
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Annie Murphy
Hometown Wooster, Ohio Why Wooster I love the opportunity to get to know students, learn their stories, and build relationships with them. Advice for […]
Anne E. McCall
Dr. Anne E. McCall is the 13th president of The College of Wooster. An inspirational and values-driven administrator with a track record for building […]
Patrice Buckner Jackson
Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson, known in her community as Dr. PBJ, disrupts burnout by refreshing the hearts and equipping the hands of overworked, undervalued “heart-workers,” achievers who serve from a heart of purpose.
Dr. PBJ is an educator of almost 25 years and an Executive Coach for more than 10 years. She holds a doctoral degree in Education Administration, served in executive leadership at colleges and universities, and facilitates leadership training as a faculty member for the Center for Creative Leadership. Jackson worked in higher education at many levels, from student assistant to President’s Cabinet and is the recipient of several professional awards and accolades.
Jackson founded EduCare Training and Consulting, LLC out of a purpose pouring into those who pour out so much. Much of her work is specifically focused on equipping and refreshing educators. Compassionate work can carry a high price tag: your mind, body, spirit and relationships may be in distress as you serve the needs of others. Jackson leads her community to serve well without paying an ultimate price.
Currently, Dr. PBJ serves as creator and host of the Disrupting Burnout podcast, and is the founder and facilitator of the EduCare Women’s Leadership Academy.