Lecturer Archives - The College of Idaho

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Lori Tucker

As a business educator and researcher, my goal is to foster critical thinking, ethical leadership, and professional development in each student. I am committed to personalized instruction that recognizes individual strengths and aspirations while challenging students to think deeply and apply knowledge in real-world contexts. At The College of Idaho, I consistently emphasize student-centered learning through one-on-one advising, interactive class experiences, and applied opportunities such as a community client project in the Business Capstone and engagement with local leaders at The BAD Conference. These experiences allow students to engage directly with the business community, developing their problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills in authentic settings. My research on workplace conduct and conflict—particularly abrasive leadership and intervention—further shapes my teaching by integrating real-world organizational challenges into academic discussions. I encourage students to evaluate business decisions not only for profitability, but also for their human impact. I believe business education should prepare students to become principled, adaptable professionals who can lead with clarity and purpose. Through supportive mentorship and practical engagement, I aim to help students develop the confidence, integrity, and insight required to contribute meaningfully to their organizations and communities. EDUCATION Ed.D., Abilene Christian University, 2019 MARR (MA Conflict Resolution and Reconciliation), Abilene Christian University, 2008 B.S., Columbia Christian College, 1988 SCHOLARSHIP & RESEARCH Tucker, L. J., & Williams, P.E. (2021). Abrasive leaders who changed: Learning from their experience. Personnel Review. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1108/PR-07-2020-0507 Tucker, L. J. (2019). A narrative inquiry with three formerly abrasive leaders: Stories of disruption, awakening, and equipping [Doctoral dissertation, Abilene Christian University]. Digital Commons at ACU. https://digitalcommons.acu.edu/etd/154 The focus of my former research on formerly abrasive leaders and my current research on the workplace intervener (the leader who held a conduct intervention with an abrasive leader) is to better understand the first-hand experience of those who are directly involved in a workplace conduct intervention—the abrasive leader (commonly thought of as the workplace bully) and the intervener (most often the direct manager). I have used narrative inquiry to explore their experience. This method is highly personal inquiry where there are multiple conversations over time as both the researcher and the participant inquire into the stories being told. As of August 2025, I am near completion of the narrative account of the first intervener. There are five interveners within this study. Four narrative accounts and the final research document need written. All other research for this project has been completed. Understanding the experience of the abrasive leader and the intervener may provide insight into how to reduce workplace psychological aggression (WPA) and contribute to knowledge of how to move towards a psychologically healthier and safer workplace. SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS Crawshaw, L., Tucker, L. J. (2024, March 7). Approaches to Managing Workplace Bullying and Other Workplace Hazards. [Virtual panel discussion. Refereed selection]. International Association on Workplace Bullying Masterclass. Tucker L. J. (2024, Feb. 22-24. Workplace Conduction Intervention: The Intervener. [Poster, work-in-progress refereed submission]. Academy of Human Resource Development 2024 International Research Conference: “Building a Better Future of Work—HRD’s Role for a Sustainable, Human-Centered Workplace. (I did not attend the conference in Virginia.) Crawshaw, L., Tucker, L. J., Raffio, T., Billotti, R. (2023, November 8-11). The Impact of Conduct Intervention on Abrasive Leaders. [Virtual panel discussion. Refereed abstract]. Work, Stress, and Health 2023 Conference: Work and Mental Health – Challenges and Solutions in a Changing World. (The conference is organized biennially by the American Psychological Association, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the Society for Occupational Health Psychology). https://vimeo.com/879971211/529d634163?share=copy Tucker, L. J. (2022, September 22). What will the interveners tell us about a successful intervention? Their experience. [Oral presentation. Refereed abstract]. 13th IAWBH International Conference on Workplace Bullying and Harassment: Re-imaging Ways to Research and Address Workplace Bullying and Harassment. Tucker, L. J. (2021, July 16). Extend support to the abrasive physician: Offer hope [Webinar]. Coalition for Physician Well Being. Tucker, L. J. (2021, April 12-14). Three formerly abrasive leaders: Stories of disruption, awakening, and equipping [Oral virtual presentation. Refereed abstract]. 12th IAWBH International Conference on Workplace Bullying and Harassment: Developing an Oasis of Workplace Bullying Knowledge and Practice—People, Places, and Perspectives. Tucker, L. J., & Williams, P. E. (2021, February 17-19). Helping abrasive leaders and their superiors: The essential role of HRD professionals [Oral virtual presentation. Refereed full manuscript]. 2021 Academy of Human Resource Development Virtual Conference: Innovating and Leading in Times of Rapid and Unplanned Change. Tucker, L. J., & Williams, P. E. (2020, November 5-9). Moving away from abrasive behavior: The need for others [Oral virtual presentation. Refereed detailed abstract]. International Leadership Association’s 22nd Annual Global Conference: Leading at the Edge. Tucker, L. J., & Williams, P. E. (2020, July 16). Can abrasive bosses change? Insights from those who did [Webinar]. IdeaLab, Abilene Christian University. www.youtube.com/watch?v=GH5klGBWMWM Tucker, L. J. (2019, November 1-2). Formerly abrasive leaders: Stories of disruption, awakening, equipping [Conference session]. 33rd Annual Oregon Mediation Association’s Fall Conference: Managing Conflict—Bridging the Gap through Mediation and Beyond. Portland, OR Tucker, L. J., & Williams, P. E. (2019, October 24-27). A narrative inquiry with three formerly abrasive leaders: Journeys away from destructive workplace behavior [Oral presentation. Refereed research manuscript]. International Leadership Association’s 21st Annual Global Conference: Leadership: Courage Required, Ottawa, Canada. Tucker, L. J. (2019, August 12). A narrative inquiry with three formerly abrasive Leaders: Stories of disruption, awakening, and equipping (Part 2) [Webinar]. Boss Whispering Institute. Tucker, L. J. (2019, July 1). A narrative inquiry with three formerly abrasive Leaders: Stories of disruption, awakening, and equipping (Part 1) [Webinar]. Boss Whispering Institute.

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Andrew Phillips

Dr. Andrew Phillips is a lecturer of mathematics at The College of Idaho. Dr. Phillips earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics at the University of Connecticut and a Ph.D. in mathematics from Boston College. EDUCATION Ph.D., Mathematics, Boston College, 2015 B.S., Mathematics, University of Connecticut, 2010

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Jason Large

My expertise is in illustration, digital media, screen-printing, drawing, painting, mixed media. As an art instructor, my journey has been profoundly shaped by my love for narrative art and a lifelong passion for teaching. I believe that storytelling is at the heart of creativity, and I strive to inspire my students to explore their own narratives through visual expression. My goal is to foster an environment where experimentation and play are not just encouraged but celebrated. I want my students to feel free to take risks and discover their unique artistic voices. Beyond the classroom, my hobbies—soccer, skiing, and a commitment to lifelong learning—fuel my enthusiasm and creativity. These activities teach me the value of teamwork, resilience, and curiosity, all of which I aim to instill in my students. I am dedicated to guiding them on their artistic journeys, helping them find joy in the process and confidence in their abilities. Together, we will create a vibrant community where art becomes a powerful means of connection and self-discovery. EDUCATION MA, Authorial Illustration – Falmouth University, 2005 BFA, Illustration – Boise State University, 2002 Foundation Studies, Illustration – Academy of Art University, 1995 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 2009 – 2020: Owner and operator of screen-printing and design business 2004-2009: Freelance illustrator

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Philip Kettler

Philip Kettler is the newly appointed Principal Cellist of the Boise Philharmonic. A passionate chamber musician, he is also the cellist of the Langroise Trio, with whom he serves as Artist-in-Residence at The College of Idaho. He began his positions in Boise after three seasons with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, where he served as Second Cellist and the orchestra’s youngest member. Philip has also performed with the Indianapolis Symphony, Oregon Symphony, and Sarasota Orchestra, and previously held principal positions in orchestras including the Terre Haute Symphony, Carmel Symphony, and Columbus Indiana Philharmonic. Highlights of Philip’s upcoming 2025-2026 season include Camille Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto No. 1 with the Boise Philharmonic, a solo recital at the New Hampshire Center for the Arts, and the position of the Acting Principal Cellist of the Britt Festival. In recent seasons, he has been featured as a soloist and chamber musician in concert series across the state of Idaho and in Washington DC, Tennessee, Maryland, Colorado, and Ohio, among others. In the summer, Philip is the Assistant Principal Cellist of the Lancaster Festival Orchestra, and has spent previous summers performing with the National Repertory Orchestra and at the music festivals of Aspen, Bowdoin, and Aix-en-Provence (France). Philip is a dedicated educator, serving as Lecturer of Music at The College of Idaho and maintaining a competitive private studio in Boise. Other teaching engagements have included Northwest Nazarene University, the Sun Valley Music Festival, and regular masterclass across the United States. Philip is a candidate for the Doctor of Music degree at the Indiana University Jacobs School of music, where he also earned his Master of Music degree. He received his Bachelor of Music degree from the Vanderbilt University Blair School of Music, and a Performer’s Certificate from the Conservatorium van Amsterdam in the Netherlands. His principal teachers include Eric Kim, Felix Wang, and Dmitry Ferschtman, and he has performed in masterclasses for Johannes Moser, Alisa Weilerstein, and Zuill Bailey. Philip performs on a cello made in Rome by David Tecchler in 1723, generously on loan by Mrs. Esther Simplot. EDUCATION Doctor of Music candidate, Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Master of Music, Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Performance Certificate, Conservatorium van Amsterdam (The Netherlands) Bachelor of Music, Vanderbilt University Blair School of Music

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David Johnson

David Johnson won a position in the viola section of the Ft. Wayne Philharmonic as a high school senior. Awarded a scholarship to attend Butler University (Indianapolis), he transferred after two years to Indiana University, where he completed, with high distinction, bachelor’s, and master’s degrees in viola performance. While a student at Indiana, he performed a series of concerts in New York’s Carnegie Recital Hall with the Indiana University Doctoral String Quartet. After graduating from college, David was appointed Principal Viola of the Iceland Symphony, where he was featured as soloist numerous times with pianist Debra Gold on the Iceland National Radio. David then returned to the Ft. Wayne Philharmonic, serving as Principal Violist for 9 years. While there, he was a founding member of the Freimann String Quartet and the Northeastern Indiana Chamber Music Festival. David was also appointed Assistant Principal Violist of the Grant Park Symphony in Chicago for 12 years, soloing with that orchestra in 1994. In 1992, David joined the newly formed Langroise Trio, Artist in Residence at The College of Idaho, and is the principal violist of the Boise Philharmonic. He has performed concertos by J.C. Bach, J.S. Bach, Bartok, Berlioz, Mozart, Ranjbaran, Stamitz, Vaughn-Williams, and Walton with such orchestras as the Grant Park Symphony, Ft. Wayne Philharmonic, Atheneum Orchestra (Indianapolis), and the Boise Philharmonic, In addition, he has been a member of the South Bend Symphony, Kalamazoo Symphony, Owensboro Symphony, Ravinia Festival Orchestra, and the Northwest Indiana Symphony. He has been a member of the Sun Valley Orchestra and taught at the Sun Valley Summer Music Workshops, and since 2007 has served as the Artistic Director of the Sun Valley Symphony Summer Workshops. EDUCATION B.M., Indiana University M.M., Indiana University

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Wendy Harvey

My teaching philosophy is shaped by the exceptional teachers I’ve been fortunate to learn from, both as a student and as a professional. These mentors share several core qualities that I strive to embody and use as the foundation of my own approach to teaching. The key tenets that guide my practice are passion, critical thinking, hands-on learning, self-exploration, and effective communication. Together, these principles foster an engaging, thoughtful, and dynamic learning environment. EDUCATION M.S., Boise State University, 2014 B.S., Biology, College of Idaho, 2003 SCHOLARSHIP & RESEARCH Otero, Claire E.; Noeker Jacob A.; Brown Mary M.; Wavreil Florence D.M.; Harvey Wendy A.; Mitchel Kristen A.; Heggland, Sara J. 2019. Electronic cigarette liquid exposure induces flavor-dependent osteotoxicity and increases expression of a key bone marker, collagen type I. J Appl Toxicol.; 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1002/jat.3777 Harvey W.A., Jurgensen K., Pu X., Lamb C.L., Cornell K.A., Clark R.J*., Klocke C*., Mitchell K.A. 2016. Exposure to 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) increases human hepatic stellate cell activation. Toxicology 344-346: 26-33. Arbon K.S*., Christensen C.M*., Harvey W.A., Heggland S.J. 2012. Cadmium exposure activates theERK signaling pathway leading to altered osteoblast gene expression and apoptotic death in Saos-2 cells. Food Chem Toxicol 50(2):198-205. Smith S.S*., Rodriguez Reyes J*, Arbon K.S., Harvey W.A., Hunt L.M., Heggland S.J. 2009. Cadmium induced decrease in RUNX2 mRNA expression and recovery by the antioxidant N-acetylcysteine (NAC) in the human osteoblast-like cell line, Saos-2. Toxicol in Vitro 23:60-66. Harvey W.A., Frost S.T*., Machynia K.T*., Gerdes M*., Heggland S.J. 2008. Differential cell sensitivity to cadmium exposure in RTgill-W1, RTG-2, and RTL-W1 rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) cell lines: An in vitro cell line model to study cadmium-induced cytotoxicity. J Idaho Acad Sci 44:19-29. Zhukalin M., Blanksma M.K.*, Silva T.D., Syehira S.W., Harvey W.A., Heggland S.J., Craig P.R. 2007. Characterization and in vitro cytotoxicity of ethanolamine-derived cadmium chelating agents. Biometals 20:61-72. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Mentor for College of Idaho Scholars Program that provides students a taste of research through a three-week research immersion experience. Current Projects: Utilizing CRISPR Cas system as a tool to investigate the role of matrix metallothionein protein 9 (MMP-9) in extracellular matrix deposition and contractility in an aging lung model. Investigating microplastics effects on extracellular matrix deposition and mitochondrial disfunction in airway smooth muscle cells.

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Lana Duley

Lana is an educational and business professional, with 30 plus years of background in management, finance, accounting, computer information systems expertise. EDUCATION B.A., Business Administration with emphasis in Accounting and Computer Science, College of the Ozarks, 1982 M.B.A,. Business Administration with emphasis in Marketing and Management, Northwest Nazarene University, 1998 Doctorate, Management Information Systems (Management), University of Phoenix, 2011 SCHOLARSHIP & RESEARCH A Cross-Cultural study comparing Russian and American elemental value dimensions influencing business ethics practice—Doctoral dissertation. ProQuest Database, 2011. College Technology Survival Kit, Cognella Academic Publishing, San Diego, 2023

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Kevin Coryell

From a young age I read and listened to stories that inspired me to travel, learn, and eventually, teach and write – so I did. I’ve had the pleasure of teaching in various countries for nearly three decades. I also love to write creatively and have self-published several books, including recently Tend to be Tended. EDUCATION B.A., Literature, University of California, Santa Cruz M.A., Maestría, Literature, Universidad Nacional de Cuyo, Mendoza, Argentina

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Christi Amonson

Christi Amonson serves The College of Idaho as a professor of voice and director of opera and music theatre. An active soprano soloist, Christi has sung with orchestras and opera companies in the US, Italy, China, Brazil and Mexico. She was a winner of the Liederkranz & National Classical Singer competitions, and she was a regional finalist for the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. As a recitalist, Christi enjoys premiering new music compositions, and she is devoted to researching and performing traditional and lesser-known art song repertoire. She is a long-time member of NATS (National Association of Teachers of Singing) and NOA (National Opera Association) and she writes the Music Major Minute column for Classical Singer Magazine. Amonson earned her DMA in voice and theatre at the University of Arizona, MM in voice at the Manhattan School of Music and her BM Mus Ed. at the University of Idaho. While in Arizona, she founded an opera company that performed semi-staged operas with the Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra. She has since served as opera director for Troy and Augusta universities and a teaching artist for the summer Festival de Ópera de San Luis Potosí in Mexico. Directing students on stage is Christi’s happy place and she looks forward to guiding the C of I singers as they share their stories on stage. EDUCATION DMA in Voice & Theatre, University of Arizona MM in Voice, Manhattan School of Music BM in Music Education, University of Idaho

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