Adam K. Franklin:
Professor of Administration and Management
Professor of General Education
Adam K. Franklin
Professor of Administration and Management | Professor of General Education
B.S. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA
M.B.A. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, CA
Professor Franklin is a mechanical engineer. His duties include the specification and optimization of cost-effective solutions. He is also responsible for the calculation and verification of energy compliance with the State Energy Code. In addition, Professor Franklin has extensive experience with Autodesk Revit, a program which allows systems to be designed in 3D. He also serves as project manager on numerous projects and is part of the marketing team utilizing his master's in business administration degree. He is a member of the United States Green Building Council and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
Areas of Specialization
- Project Management
- Management of Technology
- Product Management
- Mathematics
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Dr. Peng Chan
Dean, School of Administration and Management | Professor of Administration and Management
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Dr. Cynthia Teeple
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Dr. Patricia Insley
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Dr. Mohamad Khatibloo
Dean, School of Criminal Justice
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Dr. Rachel Stein
Assistant Dean, School of Behavioral Sciences
Dr. Stein has worked in various non-profit and clinical settings for the past 15 years.
Dr. Cindy Brownell
Professor of Education
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Angela Cenina
Associate Dean of Academic Affairs | Professor of General Education
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Dr. Martin Cooper
Professor of General Education
Dr. Cooper brings a variety of experience to his position as Dean of the School of Engineering Management.
Dr. David Crum
Professor of General Education
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Dr. Daniel Elias
Professor of General Education
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Dr. Sarah Svengalis Fraley
Professor of Psychology | Professor of General Education
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Adam K. Franklin
Professor of Administration and Management | Professor of General Education
Professor Franklin is a mechanical engineer. His duties include the specification and optimization of cost-effective solutions.
Dr. S. Jeanette Guignard
Professor of Administration and Management | Professor of Education
Dr. Guignard has over 15 years experience in Sales, Marketing and Management.
Brigid Miraglia
Professor of Behavioral Sciences | Coordinator of Academic Affairs
Ms. Miraglia is a member of the California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists and has attended workshops that promote increased understanding and knowledge of the mental health field.
Dr. Shawn Moustafa
Professor of Administration and Management | Professor of Education | Professor of General Education
Dr. Moustafa brings experience, skills, and education in business development, marketing, and project management.
Douglas Petrikat
Professor of Administration and Management | Director of Academic Affairs
Mr. Petrikat was born and raised in New York where he earned a B.A. in Communications and German Literature at Hunter College of the City University of New York.
Elizabeth Ramsey
Professor of General Education
Professor Ramsey has a strong background in English, the Humanities, and the Arts. As a professional writer, she has covered such diverse areas as fashion, the music world, and international culture.
Dr. Linda B. Smith
Professor of Education
Dr. Smith has distinguished herself as an educational leader, capable of assisting students in achieving their professional and educational goals.
Carl Rushmeyer
Professor of Criminal Justice
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Patricia Stubban
Professor of Administration and Management
Professor Stubban has over 20 years of experience in executive level positions in Operations and General Management.
Dr. Mario Tovar
Professor of Behavioral Sciences | Professor of General Education
Dr. Tovar has a broad background in both academics and mental health.
Marlene Woodworth
Professor of Administration and Management
Ms. Woodworth is a Board, CEO, and Business Coach who engages people to improve the performance of their boards and companies.
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