Kami Hancock
Academic Director of Integrated Studies
As the Director of Integrated Studies at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), I lead the development and implementation of interdisciplinary educational programs designed for adult learners. These programs emphasize the social sciences, humanities and writing. My role promotes inclusive, learner-centered approaches that enhance critical thinking, communication and lifelong learning. By collaborating with faculty, academic […]
Cole Palmer
Instructional Specialist I
As an Instructional Specialist at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), I support instructors with designing and teaching their courses, which includes helping with the use of the latest educational technology. I also operate workshops and oversee other learning assets that promote teaching best practices in online higher education delivery. I proudly stand by the […]
Kella Thornton
Instructional Specialist
I serve as an Instructional Specialist with WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS). In this role, I collaborate with faculty to design innovative teaching experiences and the purposeful integration of educational technology. I also facilitate timely and relevant faculty development opportunities such as workshops, conversations about teaching and learning, and the Online Instructor Training course. […]
Dorris Scott
Academic Director of Data Studies
As the Academic Director of Data Studies with WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), I develop new programming and courses related to GIS and data analytics. In addition, I work with students to support their career advancement and I love being able to forge meaningful and lasting relationships in the St. Louis regional data industry.
Amanda Mueller
Coordinator for Academic Programs
As the Academic Program Coordinator, I manage course listings for WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) and coordinate course publications annually and by semester. I’m also the point of contact for instructors regarding classroom needs and student evaluations and for those interested in auditing evening courses. If you are interested in joining a class, please […]
Lindsay Meador
Accreditation & Senior Program Manager
As the Accreditation & Senior Program Manager at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), I partner with faculty and staff to guide evidence-based pedagogies, particularly those emphasizing the use of educational technology. I help faculty integrate universal design for learning (UDL) and inclusive pedagogies into their course, design active learning techniques into the online learning […]
Joe Cruz
Academic Director of Management & Organizational Change
As the Academic Director of Management & Organizational Change at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), I lead the academic programs in management and organizational change. This is done by developing new programming and supporting students in their career advancement. I love that my role leads to meaningful interactions with students and community partners. The […]
Kilinyaa Cothran
Vice Dean, Director of Health Programs,
Interim Director Prison Education Project (PEP)
As the Vice Dean and Director for Healthcare Programs at WashU Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS), my primary responsibility is to ensure a quality academic experience for all of our students. In partnership with faculty, staff and industry partners, I oversee the development of academic and professional, market-aligned programs that create opportunities to re-imagine the […]