| Stefany Bremer is a second-year student in Baylor University's Ed.D. in Leadership and Organizational Change program. She is the Editor-in-Chief of Sistema Educativo LAM, an educational publishing company in Mexico. She holds a bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences from the Tecnológico de Monterrey (Technological Institute of Monterrey). She has a Master's in Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary. She is the author of the book series "El arte del lenguaje," Spanish language learning books for students from first to sixth grade. She is passionate about language learning and the role teachers play in developing students' academic lives. Stefany loves to cook and believes food is a central part of building community. |
| Barbara Calabrese is a third-year doctoral candidate in the Ed.D. Learning and Organizational Change program at Baylor University. Her research focuses on integrating multimodal communication through place-based nature journaling to create communicatively accessible learning environments in elementary science. Barbara holds both a M.Ed. in Educational Research and B.Ed. in Elementary Education from the University of Calgary, Canada, and a B.A. in Speech Communication from the University of Minnesota, USA. Her teaching experience includes traditional K–12 contexts in Canada and English language K–undergraduate contexts in Asia. Beyond academia and teaching, Barbara enjoys outdoor pursuits in the mountains. |
| Kristina (Kristi) Coates is a wife, dog mom, and educator living in central Virginia. She currently serves as the Reading Interventionist for Elk Hill Charlottesville School, a behavior-based alternative education site for students with disabilities. Kristi holds a B.S. in Elementary Education, a Master of Educational Leadership, and a Master of Divinity, and is pursuing an Educational Doctorate in Learning and Organizational Change. Her life’s journey has taken her into classrooms, schools, churches, and various organizations that have allowed her to grow in her faith, her witness, and her leadership. Alongside her is Andy, Kristi’s husband of 18 years, and countless fur-babies they have fostered or adopted during this time. Kristi’s breed of choice is Pitbull/Staffordshire terrier, but any dog who needs a loving home is welcome. |
| Stephanie Ferguson is a first-year student in the hybrid-accelerated Doctor of Occupational Therapy program with a heightened interest in geriatric health and wellness. She has received her B.S. in Kinesiology (Exercise Science) from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. In her undergraduate study, she was an active member of the Chi Omega fraternity where she served as the chaplain, community service director, and the vice president. She was an ambassador for the University of Southern Mississippi and held leadership roles within the Luckyday scholars program. Her interests lie in innovating and optimizing productive aging in vulnerable older adult populations, addressing ecological-determinants of health in rural populations, and exploring social integration strategies for adolescents and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Building strong community systems is an aspect of life in which she holds to a high regard as she explores the effects of community on occupational growth and success of individuals. She is a dedicated member of her local church where she serves alongside her husband in student ministry. When she is not dedicating her time to her academic endeavors, she enjoys playing board games, doing arts and crafts, exercising, or spending time with her family. |
| Jade Haase is a doctoral student in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Baylor University. Originally from Wisconsin, she earned her B.S. in Social Welfare from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. Her background in social work informs her person-centered approach to occupational therapy, with a particular interest in early intervention, mental health, and supporting families. She was drawn to Baylor because of the visible faith of the campus community and its commitment to incorporating Christian values into academia. Her faith has shaped both her personal life and professional aspirations. During her undergraduate years, she was deeply involved in her Newman Center, where she led Bible studies, mentored fellow students, organized retreats, and made weekly dinners for students. Outside of school, she enjoys coaching a youth girls’ soccer team, playing in multiple rec sports leagues, visiting friends and their kids, and trying to keep her garden alive. |
| J.J. Myers is an EdD student in Learning and Organizational Change at Baylor University’s School of Education. Originally from Rochester, New York, he holds a BS in Communication Studies and Theatre from The College at Brockport, SUNY; an MS in Communication & Media Technologies from Rochester Institute of Technology; and an MA in Arts Management from The University at Buffalo, SUNY. With more than 20 years of experience in higher education advancement and nonprofit fundraising, J.J. currently serves as Senior Director of Development at Barry University in Miami, Florida. His research explores how university leaders shape and sustain a philanthropic culture, with a focus on organizational behavior and leadership. A Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), he is passionate about expanding access to education for first-generation and underserved students. Beyond his academic and professional work, J.J. enjoys visits to Miami beaches, water sports, cooking, and reading. |
| Angel Ornelas is a doctoral student in the Learning and Organizational Change program at Baylor University and serves as a Policy Analyst at the Texas Sunset Advisory Commission under the Texas Legislature. He previously served as a Foreign Service Officer with USAID, managing a $50 million scholarship program for underrepresented youth in Guatemala and supporting education policy initiatives across Latin America. Angel holds a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and a bachelor’s degree in History from Claremont McKenna College. He is passionate about advancing education access, especially for historically marginalized communities. His professional interests span global education policy, public administration, and the intersection of technology and learning. Born and raised in a working-class, Mexican, and Catholic household in Texas, Angel now draws from both faith and public service values in his approach to leadership. He is particularly committed to equity-focused reform in education systems and believes in the transformative power of learning and mentorship. |
| Darrin Robinson is a doctoral student in the Ed.D. in Learning and Organizational Change program at Baylor University. He earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington and a master’s degree in Family Studies with a certification in Christian Counseling from Amberton University. Darrin has over two decades of experience in family and youth services, having served as a Child Protective Services Investigator in Dallas County, a Senior Case Manager within the juvenile justice system, and a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) supporting high-risk youth in foster care. His professional focus centers on trauma-informed care for crossover youth and families impacted by incarceration and systemic involvement. Darrin is particularly interested in integrating faith-based frameworks into evidence-based service models. His long-term goal is to design and lead programs that support family restoration while aligning with Christian values. He resides in Texas with his wife and children where they love spending time together playing UNO and watching Marvel movies. |
| Sadie Schaap is a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) student at Baylor University, where she also serves as a graduate teaching assistant at the Louise Herrington School of Nursing. Originally from New Mexico, Sadie grew up on a farm, where she developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for community. A proud Baylor alumna, she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and has nearly two years of clinical experience in labor and delivery. She currently works at an IV hydration clinic, where she continues to develop her skills in outpatient care and holistic wellness. Sadie’s professional interests include dermatology, patient education, and the integration of faith into clinical practice. She views nursing as both a calling and a ministry, aiming to care for the whole person. Outside of her academic and clinical duties, Sadie enjoys reading, spending time with friends and family, participating in her local church, and taking walks. |
| Kyra Sims is a Doctorate of Occupational Therapy (OTD) student at Baylor University, where she currently serves as the President of the Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA). A native of California, she graduated cum laude from California State University, Fullerton with a B.A. in Psychology. Her academic journey has been shaped by a deep interest in mental health, human behavior, and compassionate care. These are the foundations that continue to guide her in the field of occupational therapy. Kyra’s professional interests include working with adults and older adults, with a focus on client-centered rehabilitation that promotes independence, dignity, and improved quality of life. She is especially drawn to the intersection of physical and emotional healing in the recovery process. Outside of her academic pursuits, Kyra enjoys running, doing mission work, and spending meaningful time with family and friends. Her mission trips have taken her to Kenya, where she helped build mud huts and preached at a girls’ conference; to Mexico, where she built houses and served at an orphanage; and to Chile, where she evangelized to college students. She is dedicated to integrating her Christian faith into her future career, striving to serve others with integrity, empathy, and excellence. |
| Rebecca Storey-White, OTR/L, CHT is a post-professional OTD student at Baylor’s University Robins College. She is a licensed occupational therapist, certified hand therapist, and driving rehabilitation professional. She is from Owasso, Oklahoma and remains a current resident in Owasso. Rebecca earned her master’s in occupational therapy from Texas Women’s University in 2010. Prior to that, she was a certified occupational therapy assistant and graduate of Tulsa community college in 2002. Rebecca also has a bachelor’s in business administration, 2005. She has provided occupational therapy in several settings, including home health, skilled nursing facilities, and outpatient clinics, for 23 years. She mostly enjoys working in outpatient hand therapy and geriatrics. Rebecca has specialized training in functional capacity evaluation, work conditioning, on-site job analysis, Graston technique, dry needling, manual therapy techniques, and driving rehabilitation. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys spending time with her husband Alvin and her dogs Millie and Val. She also enjoys going to church, traveling and spending time with family and friends. |
