Dr. Jesslyn Hollar
Faculty/Staff/Student Forum
Location: MSAB Sisler Room
Tuesday, April 7th at 2:00
Dr. Jesslyn R. Hollar is the Department Chair and an Associate Professor in Teacher Education at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She is an experienced academic leader with expertise in educator preparation, assessment, and program development, and has held leadership roles across multiple institutions. Her work emphasizes collaborative governance, community partnerships, and data-informed continuous improvement in higher education. Dr. Hollar’s scholarship and leadership focus on strengthening teacher education programs and advancing equitable, high-quality learning experiences.
Dr. Algerian Hart
Faculty/Staff/Student Forum
Location: CMCT 101
Wednesday, April 15th at 3:00
Dr. Algerian Hart is the Associate Dean of the McQueary College of Health and Human Services and a Professor of Kinesiology at Missouri State University. He is an accomplished higher education leader with extensive experience in academic administration, inclusive engagement, and student success initiatives. Dr. Hart has held senior leadership roles, including Vice President for Inclusive Engagement, where he advanced institutional strategies focused on access, diversity, and community partnerships. His work centers on fostering inclusive excellence, strengthening academic programs, and supporting student achievement across diverse populations.
Dr. Christopher Jochum
Faculty/Staff/Student Forum
Location: CMCT 101
Monday, April 20th at 3:00
Dr. Christopher J. Jochum is Chair of the Department of Teacher Education and a Professor at Fort Hays State University. He provides strategic and operational leadership for a large, multi-modal department, overseeing academic programs, faculty, and student success initiatives across undergraduate and graduate levels. With extensive experience in accreditation, program development, and institutional leadership, he has led innovative initiatives that expand access to teacher education and strengthen workforce pipelines. Dr. Jochum’s work focuses on advancing educator preparation, fostering collaborative partnerships, and promoting continuous improvement in higher education.
Dr. Bradley Porfilio
Faculty/Staff/Student Forum
Location: CMCT 101
Wednesday, April 22nd at 3:30
Dr. Bradley J. Porfilio is a Professor in the Department of Advanced Studies at California State University, Stanislaus. He previously served as Dean of the College of Education, Kinesiology, and Social Work, where he led significant program expansion, enrollment growth, and externally funded initiatives. With extensive experience in higher education leadership, he has developed innovative academic programs and strengthened partnerships to support workforce needs and student success. His scholarship and leadership focus on social justice, equity, and transformative practices in education.
