Kella Thornton

Kella Thornton

Instructional Specialist

I serve as an instructional specialist with the CAPS Instructional Design Team. 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. I […]

Dorris Scott

Dorris Scott

Academic Director of Data Studies

I lead the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) academic division in Data Studies, developing new programming and courses related to GIS and data analytics. In addition, I work with students to support their pathway in career advancement and I love being able to forge meaningful and lasting relationships.

Amanda Mueller

Amanda Mueller

Coordinator for Academic Programs

I manage course listings for the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) and coordinate course publications annually and by semester. I’m also the point of contact for CAPS instructors regarding classroom needs and student evaluations. I assist those interested in auditing evening courses as well; if you are interested in joining a class, please […]

Lindsay Meador

Lindsay Meador

Accreditation & Senior Program Manager

I partner with School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) 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 environment, lead CAPS assessment activities, serve as […]

Joe Cruz

Joe Cruz

Academic Director of Management & Organizational Change

I lead the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (CAPS) academic division for Management and Organizational Change 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 chance to build collaborations across divisions in CAPS, the broader Washington University […]

Kilinyaa Cothran

Kilinyaa Cothran

Vice Dean, Director of Health Programs,
Interim Director Prison Education Project (PEP)

As the Vice Dean and Director for Healthcare Programs at 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 what, and how, we provide instruction. Leading […]