Department Chairs and Coordinators
Fraser, Dr. Tina
PhD Educational Studies (University of British Columbia), MEd Educational Leadership and Administration (Simon Fraser University)
Faculty
Baerg, Melanie
MEd (University of Calgary), PBD (University of British Columbia), PDP, BA (Simon Fraser University)
Biography
Melanie Baerg is a Senior Instructor in the School of Education, based at the South-Central Campus in Quesnel.
Banack, Dr. Hartley
PhD, MA, BEd (Simon Fraser University)
Biography
I grew up in Toronto in a family and community that practiced Jewish family values, yet I do not practice any faith (spiritually or politically), beyond what might be called faith to a will to support and help develop senses of wellness.
Benoit, Dr. Shendah
EdD, MEd (Western University), MA (University of Toronto), BA (Simon Fraser University)
Biography
Dr. Benoit has twelve years leadership experience in the BC K-12 system as District Principal Student Supports, District Vice Principal Indigenous Education and as a school Principal.
Crandall, Dr. Joanie
PhD (University of Saskatchewan), MA (University of Toronto), BEd (Queen's University), BA (University of Ottawa)
Biography
Dr. Joanie Crandall grew up in New Brunswick on the unceded traditional territory of the Wolastoqey. She came to be passionate about Indigenous education as an ally after experiencing the privilege of living, learning, and working with Indigenous communities.
Fraser, Dr. Tina
PhD Educational Studies (University of British Columbia), MEd Educational Leadership and Administration (Simon Fraser University)
Biography
Dr. Fraser is a Māori scholar from Aotearoa (New Zealand) teaching at the University of Northern British Columbia. Her tribal affiliations are Ngāti Haka/Patuheuheu, Ngāti Koura, and Ngāti Pani from the Tūhoe Nation. The other affiliation is Ngāti Ranginui. Dr.
Fuller, Bonnie
BSc, BEd (UBC), MA, Curriculum and Instruction (Gonzaga)
Biography
Born in Baguio, Philippines' Luzon Island. Immigrated to Canada as a child. Life experiences established a strong sense of the importance and power of education and a desire to be an educator. Have an established career as a K-12 educator in the B.C.
Greenwood, Dr. Margo
PhD (UBC), MA (UVic), BEd (Alberta)
Biography
Dr. Margo Greenwood, Academic Leader of the National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health, is an Indigenous scholar of Cree ancestry with years of experience focused on the health and well being of Indigenous children, families and communities.
Ho Younghusband, Dr. Christine
EdD, MEd (Simon Fraser University), BEd, BSc (University of British Columbia)
Biography
Christine is a second-generation Chinese Canadian woman who was born and raised in Prince Rupert, B.C.. Christine completed a BSc in chemistry with a concentration in mathematics at UBC then a BEd degree in secondary education. She started her teaching career in Sechelt, B.C.
Johnston, Susan
EDD candidate (Simon Fraser University), MEd (San Diego State University), BEd (University of Saskatchewan)
Biography
I grew up in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and Education is my passion. I have taught in SK, AB, and BC, as well as embraced opportunities that involve educational leadership within a variety of settings.
Lautensach, Dr. Alex
PhD (University of Otago), MScT (McMaster University), MSc (University of Guelph), BEd (University of Toronto), Dipl. Biology (Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München)
Biography
Alexander Lautensach grew up in Munich, Germany and is a citizen of Canada and New Zealand. He holds a DiplBiol in genetics, zoology, and biochemistry from the University of Munich, Germany.
Litz, Dr. David
EdD (University of Calgary), MA (University of Birmingham), MES (Dalhousie University), BEd (University of Toronto), BA (Dalhousie University)
Biography
Dr. Litz has an EdD in Educational Leadership from The University of Calgary, Canada.
Sims, Dr. Daniel
PhD, MA, BA
Biography
Born and raised in Prince George, Dr. Daniel Sims is a proud member of the Tsay Keh Dene First Nation. His research focuses on northern British Columbia and he has worked extensively with not only his own community, but also the related communities of Kwadacha and McLeod Lake.
Thielmann, Glen
BA (UBC), PDP (SFU), MEd (SFU), PhD student (UNBC)
Biography
After a youthful stint as an ecosystem geographer in the woods of northern BC and Alberta, Glen taught Social Studies, Geography, and English Language Arts in Prince George secondary schools for 22 years, has been the PGDTA Professional Development Chair for many years, and more recently has work
Usman, Dr. Lantana
PhD (University of Alberta), MEd, MBA, NCE, BEd (Upper-Second Class) (Ahmadu Bello University)
Biography
Dr. Lantana Usman has been a faculty member in the School of Education since 2002.
Vogelsang, Gretchen
BA (UVic), PDPP (UVic), MA (Gonzaga), TELP 3 (UBC)
Biography
Originally from Southern Ontario, Gretchen is a resident of Fort St. James and has called the Fort home for over 20 years. She teaches at Fort St. James Secondary School and brings her experiential and theoretical knowledge to the School of Education at UNBC.