College of Justice and Safety Faculty
Meet the EKU College of Justice and Safety Faculty
Faculty members in the College of Justice and Safety at Eastern Kentucky University are nationally and internationally known for their teaching, research and dedication to the fire, safety and security fields. However, these professional educators do not take the ivory tower approach toward their teaching methods.
They are active in numerous professional organizations including: the National Association of Fire Investigators, National Fire Protection Association, International Society of Fire Service Instructors, International Association of Arson Investigators, the International Association of Fire Chiefs, the American Society of Safety Engineers, the National Safety Management Society, ASIS International, the National Fire Protection Association, and more.
In addition, many faculty members are active in fire departments in their local areas, while others bring years of industry experience as fire and safety experts. By staying connected to the industry, they maintain constant contact with today’s professionals who are utilizing the latest in modern fire and safety practices.
Program Coordinator Paul English
Paul English is the Program Coordinator for the online fire degree programs at EKU. He has worked for Fortune 100 companies including Nestle and Ford Motor Company in different facets of safety, security and emergency response operations.Greg Gorbett
Greg Gorbett is an instructor for the online fire degree programs at EKU. Greg spent 7 years working as a private consultant in the fire, arson, and explosion investigation profession prior to coming to EKU.Dr. Tom Schneid
Tom Schneid is a tenured professor in the Department of Safety, Security and Emergency Management at Eastern Kentucky University.Michael Schumann
Mike Schumann, Ph.D., earned a B.S. in Biology and M.S. in Animal Science from Oregon State University, his J.D. with a concentration in labor and employment law from DePaul University and his Ph.D. from the University of Kentucky.Michael W. Collier
Michael W. Collier, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Homeland Security in the Department of Safety, Security, and Emergency Management, College of Justice and Safety.Pam Collins
In addition to being a professor of Safety, Security and Emergency Management, Pamela A. Collins, D.Ed. is the Executive Director of the Justice and Safety Center, housed in the College of Justice & Safety at Eastern Kentucky University.Larry Collins
Larry Collins, D.Ed is the former president of the Kentucky Safety and Health Network and the Kentucky Association of Cooperative Education and Career Placement. He has been involved in safety and education since 1973.Program Coordinator Ron Dotson
Ron Dotson began his career in the US Marine Corps Reserve as a heavy equipment operator and Diesel Mechanic with the 4th CEB in Charleston, W.Va. In 1995 he began a successful career in law enforcement. In 2005 he accepted a position with KI USA Corporation as its Safety Coordinator.Program Coordinator Scotty Dunlap
Scotty Dunlap, D. Ed., holds a Doctorate of Education in Higher and Adult Education from the University of Memphis and an MS in Loss Prevention and Safety from Eastern Kentucky University.Paul Grant
Paul Grant is an assistant professor with Eastern Kentucky University in the Fire and Safety Engineering Technology department. Paul also instructs with the University of Phoenix, Colorado State University, and Red Rocks Community College in Denver, Colorado.William D. Hicks
William D. Hicks is an assistant professor for the Department of Safety, Security & Emergency Management. Mr. Hicks has a B.S. in Fire & Safety Engineering Technology and a M.S. in Loss Prevention & Safety from Eastern Kentucky University.Michael Shane LaCount
Michael Shane LaCount is an adjunct professor in the Fire and Safety Engineering Technology program at Eastern Kentucky University. He is a Certified Fire, Arson and Explosive Investigation Instructor and Investigator, and former Co-Chair of the Annual EKU Rescue School.Fred May
Dr. Fred May has degrees in Geology from Weber State University, The Pennsylvania State University and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He has worked in emergency management for more than 25 years.Jim McClanahan
Dr. Jim McClanahan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Safety, Security and Emergency Management. Jim has a special interest in security management.James Pharr
With more than 30 years in the fire service, Jim Pharr retired in 2006 after serving as a firefighter, investigator, fire chief, fire marshal and emergency management director in North Carolina counties. He is now a Professor at EKU.Andrew Tinsley
Andrew Tinsley has over seven years experience in the fire service in which he held positions ranging from firefighter, driver, line officer, and training officer. In addition, he has worked in the engineering field as a structural engineer for approximately two years.
