Theisen's research focus is the intersection of religions, environment, and nonprofit organizations. She received a $25,000 research award as the 2024-2025 P.E.O. Scholar and Jane B. Smith Endowed Scholar.

World language and mathematics secondary educator, innovator, and life-long learner

Denise is a long time K-12 educator serving students and teachers in rural and suburban districts. Denise leads through collaborative approaches centering the student and teacher in the classroom.

Dr. Bawn is the Asst. Dean of Students at ASU Poly. She provides strategic leadership to develop impactful programs that support student success & retention, diversity & inclusion, affinity, leadership, and civic engagement.