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Office of Academic Affairs

About the Academic Affairs Office

At Simpson University, the Office of Academic Affairs serves as the cornerstone of our academic excellence and Christ-centered mission. Led by the Provost and Associate Provost, our dedicated team oversees the university’s diverse academic programs, ensuring they align with our commitment to developing students in mind, faith, and character.

Our responsibilities encompass academic planning, budget development, and the continuous enhancement of educational quality across all schools and programs. We collaborate closely with deans, department chairs, faculty, and various academic support units. Together, we strive to create a dynamic learning environment that fosters intellectual growth, spiritual formation, and professional readiness.

Through our leadership, we aim to uphold the university’s values of excellence, accountability, integrity, and service, ensuring that every student is equipped to fulfill their calling and make a meaningful impact in the world.

Student Research

Simpson University is an open and welcoming environment for research. The faculty are actively engaged in research and invested in involving undergraduate and professional studies students in the research process.


STUDENT RESEARCH SYMPOSIUM
INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH BOARD

General Information

Learn more about Simpson University’s leadership structure and accreditation standing. These resources provide transparency into how we operate and uphold the highest academic and institutional standards.


ACCREDITATION & MEMBERSHIPS
ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS

Simpson Scholars

We believe every student who strives for academic excellence deserves to be celebrated. Our faculty support students personally, and we’re intentional about honoring their achievements through the following programs.


HONORS SOCIETY
DEAN’S LIST
TRI-ALPHA SOCIETY

Registrar

The Registrar’s Office is committed to serving students with clarity and care. From registration to academic records, our team coordinates with faculty and staff to help students stay on track and move smoothly toward graduation.


CREDIT WORKSHEETS
ACADEMIC CALENDARS
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COMMENCEMENT INFORMATION

MEET THE TEAM

Academic Affairs Office

Michael Salmeier, D.Phil.

Provost

msalmeier@simpsonu.edu

    Alex Dunbar

    Executive Assistant to the Provost

    abiegel@simpsonu.edu

      Israel Valenzuela

      Director, Center for Excellence in Learning Technology

      ivalenzuela@simpsonu.edu


        Provost Council

        Patrick Blewett, Ph.D.

        Executive Dean, A.W. Tozer Theological Seminary & School of Biblical Studies

        pblewett@simpsonu.edu

          Adrienne Currington

          Registrar

          acurrington@simpsonu.edu

            Dr. Darren Gordon

            Associate Provost & Dean of the School of Education

            dgordon@simpsonu.edu

              Dr. Stacey Lemmer, Psy.D., M.S.W.

              Director of the Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology (MACP)
              Assistant Professor

              slemmer@simpsonu.edu

                Heather McCulley

                Director of Library Services..
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                hmcculley@simpsonu.edu

                  Lisa Scott

                  Dean of the Betty M. Dean School of Nursing

                  lscott@simpsonu.edu

                    Robert W. Quirk

                    Acting Chair, Department of Business Administration

                    rquirk@simpsonu.edu

                      Israel Valenzuela

                      Director, Center for Excellence in Learning Technology

                      ivalenzuela@simpsonu.edu

                        Department Chairs

                        Scott Barnett, Ph.D.

                        Chair, Department of Leadership Studies.
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                        sbarnett@simpsonu.edu

                          David Cwir

                          Chair, Department of Psychology

                          dcwir@simpsonu.edu

                            Brian Larsen, Ph.D.

                            Chair, Department of English.
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                            blarsen@simpsonu.edu

                              Robert W. Quirk

                              Acting Chair, Department of Business Administration

                              rquirk@simpsonu.edu

                                Tim Orr

                                Chair, Department of History & Political Science.

                                sbarnett@simpsonu.edu

                                  Molly Rupert, M.A.

                                  Chair, Department of Communication.
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                                  mrupert@simpsonu.edu

                                    Berkeley Shorthill

                                    Chair, Department of Science & Math

                                    bshorthill@simpsonu.edu

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