IUPUI is Indiana's premier urban research university. The campus enrolls more than 30,000 students in 21 schools and academic units.
Woodrow Wilson Cohort 2010-2011
Donald Byrd, Bloomington, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Math)
Undergraduate: Indiana University-Bloomington ‘68, music
Graduate: Indiana University-Bloomington, M.S. in computer science; Indiana University- Bloomington, Ph.D. in computer science
Well-published senior scientist; adjunct associate professor of informatics and music at Indiana University- Bloomington; former experiences include research, software engineering, and programming consultancy.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Northview Middle School
Fall 2011: Teaching in the Department of Mathematical Sciences, IUPUI, Indianapolis IN
Bridgette Drake, Terre Haute, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Biology)
Undergraduate: Indiana State University ‘09, life sciences
Participated in research at the Indiana University Molecular Structure Center; Hugh O’Brian Youth Leader (HOBY) Award recipient; volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet School
Fall 2011: Teaching at StonyBrook Middle School, MSD Warren Township, Indianapolis IN
Catherine Frazee, Shelbyville, IN
Candidate for M.S. Math + Special Education
Undergraduate: Austin Peay State University ‘06, communication arts, minor in English writing; Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis ‘10 (expected), mathematics
Former accountant of more than 15 years, with experience tutoring math; volunteers with a robotics team through Girls Inc.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Broad Ripple High School
Fall 2011: Teaching at New Horizons, IPS, Indianapolis IN
Miriam Goldsmith , Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Chemistry)
Undergraduate: Texas Woman’s University ‘87, chemistry
Graduate: The University of Texas at Austin, M.A. in chemistry
Published researching scientist and chemist of nearly 20 years; member of the American Chemical Society and former liaison and demonstrator for Pfizer’s Science and Math Program; member and board member of the Indiana Collie Club and the Collie Club of America.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Northview Middle School
Amanda Horan, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Chemistry)
Undergraduate: Purdue University ‘05, chemical engineering
Engineer with research experience; has served as a math tutor and peer mentor, in addition to participating in competitive ballroom dancing.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Northview Middle School
Fall 2011: Teaching at Bishop Chatard High School, Indianapolis IN
Kyle Huerkamp, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Biology)
Undergraduate: Purdue University ‘02, aviation administration
Aircraft coordinator and dispatcher, with experience as a pharmacy technician; academic mentor/tutor in biology and chemistry at IUPUI; volunteer coordinator for the Special Olympics.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Northview Middle School
Fall 2011: Teaching at Northview Middle School, MSD Washington Township, Indianapolis IN
Steven Hunt, Logansport, IN
Candidate for M.S. Engineering Technology Education
Undergraduate: Purdue University ‘83, mechanical engineering
Engineer of more than 25 years with experience in manufacturing, process & design; has served as a Cub Scout leader and assisted with youth soccer programs.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Harshman Middle School
Fall 2011: Teaching at IPS Career and Technical Center, Indianapolis IN
Harry (Kim) Hybarger, Sheridan, IN
Candidate for M.S. Engineering Technology Education + Special Education
Undergraduate: Indiana Univ.-Purdue Univ. Indianapolis ‘86, construction technology
Graduate: Dallas Theological Seminary, M.A. in Biblical studies
Owner and founder of a diverse, construction-related support company, with more than 20 years’ experience in various sectors of construction, including design, management, and sales.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Arsenal Technical High School
Fall 2011: Teaching at McCulloch Middle School, Marion IN
Daniel Langford, Kapolei, HI
Candidate for M.S. Engineering Technology Education + Special Education
Undergraduate: Thomas A. Edison State College ‘09, applied science and technology
Seven years’ experience in the U.S. Navy as an engineering and radiological control technician and instructor; interests include automotive repair, the great outdoors, family, and serving as a positive role model for youth.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Manual High School
Fall 2011: Teaching at Fall Creek Academy, Indianapolis IN
Misty Lawson, Muncie, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Chemistry) + Special Education
Undergraduate: Ball State University ‘06, chemistry
Pharmacy technician and 7th-grade science classroom volunteer; previously served as a middle school flute instructor; sets high standards to inspire students to achieve goals.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet School
Fall 2011: Teaching at Broad Ripple High School, IPS, Indianapolis IN
Stephen McFarland, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Engineering Technology Education + Special Education
Undergraduate: Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis ‘06, business, computer information systems, minor in Spanish
Experience in web programming, development, and instructional design; former adjunct faculty in visual communication for ITT-Tech; has volunteered with a local high school and with the Hispanic Center of the United Way; did missions work for two years in Bolivia and remains active in church leadership roles.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Arsenal Technical High School
Fall 2011: Teaching at 21st Century Charter School, Gary IN
Joshua Mott, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Biology)
Undergraduate: Anderson University ‘04, biology, minor in psychology
Graduate: Indiana University-Bloomington, M.S. in environmental science with a concentration in applied ecology
Environmental scientist with experience as an animal keeper for Anderson University and the Indianapolis Zoological Society; volunteer youth team member for church-based activities.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Lincoln Middle School
Fall 2011 Teaching at Pike High School, MSD Pike Township, Indianapolis IN
Naomi Nelson, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Biology) + Special Education
Undergraduate: Indiana University-Bloomington ‘04, biology, minor in African American studies
Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars; case manager for the Family and Children’s Center; former tutor and mentor with the Indiana Reading Corps, Teen Options, and the RISE; worked on the Interracial Communications Project to increase ethnic and racial awareness, understanding, and acceptance.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Broad Ripple High School
Fall 2011: Congratulations to Naomi and her new baby, born September 2011! Naomi will resume teaching after maternity leave.
Margaret O’Connell, Fishers, IN
Candidate for M.S. Math + Special Education
Undergraduate: Indiana University-Bloomington ‘86, business
Over 20 years’ experience in programming and consultancy for manufacturing and accounting design solutions; active leader with the Boy Scouts of America; volunteer with church and school organizations.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Arsenal Technical High School
Fall 2011 Teaching at Ben Davis High School, MSD Wayne Township, Indianapolis IN
Sheila Pritchett, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Biology) + Special Education
Undergraduate: Wayland Baptist University ‘98, occupational education; University of Texas at San Antonio ‘07, biology
Graduate: Webster University, M.A. in health services management
Most recently an academic lab technician at the Indiana University School of Medicine; twenty years’ active duty in the U.S. Army, in positions of university instruction, management, and medical support; church youth volunteer.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Arsenal Technical High School
Fall 2011 Teaching at Arsenal Technical High School, IPS, Indianapolis
Philip (Kyle) Roberts, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Ed (Biology)
Undergraduate: Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis ‘10 (expected), biology
Market coordinator of 10 years for a media research company; restaurant supervisor at Conseco Fieldhouse; has served as a biology mentor at IUPUI’s Bepko Learning Center and participated in biology club; volunteer with the Wayside Christian Mission.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet School
Fall 2011: Teaching at New Horizons, IPS, Indianapolis
Jeremy Sebens, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Engineering Technology Education
Undergraduate: Mississippi State University ‘02, aerospace engineering
Engineering experience in design, marketing and product development; former flight instructor; volunteer pilot.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Harshman Middle School
Fall 2011 Teaching at Harshman Middle School, IPS, Indianapolis IN
Lydia Sitnikov, Indianapolis, IN
Candidate for M.S. Mathematics
Undergraduate: Purdue University ‘05, civil engineering
More than seven years’ experience in structural engineering and project management; experience in tutoring and child care; studied abroad in London and has traveled broadly; proficient in English, Russian, and French.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Northview Middle School
Fall 2011: Teaching at the Indiana School for the Blind & Visually Impaired, Indianapolis IN
Shamar Thomas, Louisville, KY
Candidate for M.S. Engineering Technology Education + Special Education
Undergraduate: Arizona State University ‘08, aerospace engineering
Recipient of the Collaborative Interdisciplinary Research Community/Motivated Engineering Transfer Students Scholarship; intern with Honeywell and US Airways/America West Airlines through INROADS; former resident assistant for Upward Bound; involved with Air Force ROTC.
Fall 2010 Teaching Placement: Arsenal Technical High School School
Fall 2011: Teaching at Hoosier Academies Indianapolis, Indianapolis IN
