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Radiologic Sciences Faculty
Our dedicated and experienced faculty members are leaders in their respective career fields. Our students benefit by studying with accomplished faculty known for their contributions in teaching, research and professional service.
Shannon Anderson, Clinical Instructor
Education
Master of Science in Education Degree, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL, August 2005
Bachelor of Science Degree, cum laude, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL, May 2000
Associate of Business Administration and Accounting Degree, John A. Logan College, Carterville, IL, May 1997
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Lisa A. Bickel, Assistant Instructor
Education
- Masters of Science, Radiologic Sciences, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August 2019.
- Bachelors of Science, Radiologic Science, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, May 1999.
- Associates of Applied Sciences and Arts, Radiologic Science, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August 1996
- Associate of Applied Science in Allied Health Care Specialties, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL, August 1996
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ASA 11D
Phone: 618-453-8884
Fax: 618-453-7020
lisa.bickel@siu.edu
Brandon Hirsch, Assistant Professor
Education
- Masters of Science in Medical Dosimetry, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August, 2014
- Bachelors of Science, Radiologic Science, Radiation Therapy, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August, 2012
- Associate of Applied Science, Kaskaskia College, Centralia, Illinois, May 2010
- Associate in Science & Associate of Arts, John A. Logan College, Carterville, Illinois, May, 2008
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Richard McKinnies, Professor and Program Director of Radiologic Sciences
Education
- Ph.D. in Higher Education, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, May 2020.
- Masters of Science in Medical Dosimetry, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August, 2011.
- Masters of Education, Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August, 2006.
- Bachelors of Science, Radiologic Sciences, Radiation Therapy, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August, 2003.
- Associate in Science, John A. Logan College, Carterville, Illinois, May, 1999.
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ASA 213A
Phone: 618-453-7260
Fax: 618-453-7020
rmck@siu.edu
Kevin Scott Collins, Professor and Director School of Health Sciences
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy Program, Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, August 2011.
- Master of Science in Education, Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, May, 2001.
- Radiation Therapy Certificate, Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology, St. Louis, Missouri, June, 1994.
- Bachelor of Science, Health Care Management, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, December, 1993
- Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, July, 1992.
- Associate of Science Degree in Allied Health Careers, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, July, 1992.
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ASA 18
Phone: 618-453-8860
Fax: 618-453-7020
kscollin@siu.edu
Jennifer Walker, Assistant Professor
Education
Ed.D. in Educational Administration and Higher Education, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, May 2023
Masters of Education, Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, May 2008.
Bachelors of Science, Radiologic Science, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Computed Tomography, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, Illinois, May 2001.
Associates of Applied Sciences and Arts, Radiologic Science, Kaskaskia College, Centralia, Illinois, May 2000
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Sandra Watts, Associate Professor
Education
- Master of Science in Health Administration, University of St. Francis, Joliet, Illinois, May 2013
- Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences, Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences (AdventHealth University), Orlando, Florida, August 2006
- Certified Radiologic Technologist, Blessing Hospital School of Radiologic Technology, Quincy, Illinois, 1981
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