Morrison Family College of Health

Leadership

Dr. MayKao Y. Hang speaking at a podium

Leadership That Advances Whole Person Health

The leadership team brings together academic and administrative leaders across nursing, social work, psychology, and health sciences to guide the College's mission and growth, with a focus on supporting students, faculty, staff and alumni.

Together, these leaders guide the College's work to prepare health professionals who advance whole person health and health equity.

Meet Our Deans

Our Deans have the heart and qualifications required to lead such an important part of our university.

Dr. MayKao Y. Hang

Dr. MayKao Y. Hang

Founding Dean and Morrison Family Chair

Dr. Hang has a vision to educate health care providers and leaders to advance the physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being of individuals, families and communities, and to advocate for the systems change needed to eliminate health disparities.

Dr. Erin Curran

Dr. Erin Curran

Associate Dean

Dr. Erin Curran has been a dedicated academic for more than 15 years, with expertise in undergraduate education, academic assessment, accreditation, and curriculum development.

Leaders Across Our Academic Programs

Dr. Paul Mellick

Dr. Paul Mellick

Chair, Department of Health and Exercise Science

Dr. Annette Hines

Dr. Annette Hines

Executive Director, School of Nursing

Dr. Bryana French

Dr. Bryana French

Chair, Graduate School of Professional Psychology

Dr. Ande Nesmith

Dr. Ande Nesmith

Director, School of Social Work

Administrative Leaders

Tracy Bach

Director of Finance and Operations
tracy.bach@stthomas.edu

Andrew Norwood

Senior Director of Development
andrew.norwood@stthomas.edu

Melanie Ferris

Director of Health Equity Program Development
melanie.ferris@stthomas.edu

Katie Asfeld

Director of Graduate Recruitment, Enrollment, and Engagement
katie.asfeld@stthomas.edu

Jessica Nelson

Director of Student Success, Susan S. Morrison School of Nursing
jessica.nelson@stthomas.edu

Jen McMurray

Administrative Manager
jen.mcmurray@stthomas.edu

Advisory Board

The Morrison Family College of Health advisory board includes community members who provide guidance, insight and connections to help advance the College's mission and impact.

John and Sue Morrison standing together