Faculty and Staff

Faculty 

Haley Sigler

Haley Sigler

Director of Teacher Education, Associate Professor

Sigler teaches courses on the foundations of education, teaching methods and childhood policies. Her research pertains to writing workshops, writing across the curriculum, and teacher education program development.

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Chris Dobbins

Chris Dobbins

Associate Professor of Music, Director of Instrumental Programs

Dobbins leads the University Wind Ensemble and the University Orchestra. He also teaches courses in conducting; general music methods; secondary instrumental music methods; and the music, folklore and literature of Ireland.

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Dick Kuettner

Dick Kuettner

Adjunct Professor of Romance Languages and Teacher Education; Director, Global Discovery Laboratories

In addition to his responsibilities at the Ruscio Center for Global Learning, Kuettner teaches courses on teaching methods for world languages.

Shane Lynch

Shane Lynch

Professor of Music, Director of Choral Activities

Lynch, a noted conductor and composer, is W&L’s director of choral activities. He conducts the award-winning University Singers, Cantatrici and the Glee Club, and oversees W&L’s unique conductor mentorship/teacher preparation program.

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Eric D. Moffa

Eric D. Moffa

Associate Professor of Education

Moffa teaches courses on the foundations of education, methods for middle and secondary education, and fieldwork in education. He has researched rural education, global and digital citizenship, and teaching controversial issues.

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Staff 

Melissa Gualtieri

Melissa Gualtieri

Administrative Assistant

Serves as the Administrative Assistant for the Sociology and Anthropology Department, Education Studies Program, and Africana Studies Program.

Rebecca Perini

Rebecca Perini

Director of Teacher Licensure and Accreditation