About UNF Online

Dr. Miller came to UNF in 2001 from the Duval County public school system, where she served as a classroom and resource teacher for several years. She earned a doctorate in Educational Leadership and a Master of Education in Instructional Technology from UNF, and is an OLC certified Online Instructor. Her dissertation research focused on the influence of institutional and individual factors in faculty decisions to teach online. Deb enjoys gardening, hiking, and spending time with her family.

Erica joined UNF Online in 2020 to help promote online enrollment growth and support student success. She has more than ten years of higher education experience working specifically with transfer, non-traditional, and online students. Erica earned a Bachelor of Arts from Western Michigan University and her Master of Arts in Conflict Management and Resolution from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Erica enjoys spending time outdoors with her husband and doodle.

Kevin came to UNF in 2012 and currently focuses on implementing initiatives related to online course quality and textbook affordability, manages UNF’s online course design quality review process, and implements quality standards for continuous improvements to online programs. Kevin has graduate degrees in Biology (M.S.) and Education (M.Ed) and shares his passion for online learning through teaching undergraduate online biology courses. He enjoys spending time with his family, exploring nature, and surfing.

Leshare has a passion for education and has served in a multitude of educational settings, including post-secondary education and higher education. Before joining UNF Online in 2020, Leshare served as an Admissions Coordinator, responsible for onboarding first-time in college and transfer students. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and is actively pursuing her Master of Science in Management degree at UNF. Leshare enjoys working out, exploring Jacksonville, and spending time with family.

Liz has worked in higher education for 20 years and revels in empowering students. Before joining UNF Online in 2020, she served as UNF’s Articulation Coordinator and various other enrollment services roles, specializing in transfer admissions and credit evaluation. Liz is a proud Osprey, having earned her Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies in Health Education and Awareness with a minor in Public Health. Liz enjoys helping the homeless and underserved populations in our community and spending time with family.

Casey joined UNF Online in 2021 to help create rewarding and memorable student experiences for online learners. She earned a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science from Florida State University and completed a Master of Science in Education with a focus in higher education student affairs from the University of Nebraska at Kearney. She is excited to bring her international background and love of academia to UNF. Casey enjoys spending time with her family and three rambunctious pups, traveling, going to the beach, and playing tennis.

Rachel has worked at UNF since 2007, specializing in career counseling and employer relations. She joined UNF Online in 2022 to cultivate strong partnerships with community organizations and recruit online Ospreys. An alumna of the University of North Florida, Rachel earned a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. She enjoys exploring new restaurants with her husband, collecting vinyl records, and being outdoors with her family.

Alex joined UNF Online in 2020 as a Student Success Coach prior to assuming her current role. She is originally from New Zealand and has worked in higher education in online learning for over ten years. Alex earned a Bachelor of Science from McNeese State University and a Master of Science in Mass Communication from the University of Florida. She is passionate about the value of online education and is excited to connect with students. Alex enjoys working out, spending time with family and friends, and traveling.

Sherry has worked in higher education for more than 18 years. Before joining UNF Online in 2019, she worked in various roles in public relations and enrollment services. Sherry oversees the CRM's daily operation and optimization, along with its associated communication and reporting platforms. She recently earned her Master of Science in Higher Education Administration degree from UNF. Sherry enjoys reading classical literature and spending time with her grandbabies.

Audrey joined the UNF community in 2018, providing expertise in photography, videography, graphic design, and web design to the Center for Instruction Research and Technology (CIRT) and UNF Online since 2022. She came to Florida from Kansas City, KS in 2010 to earn her Bachelor of Fine Arts from Florida State University. Audrey is a UNF alumna, having earned her Master of Business Administration in 2021 and Master of Science in management in 2019. 21 years of ballet training have left her with an undying passion for dance and the arts. She also enjoys working out, live music, and traveling.

Michael came to UNF as an undergraduate student and earned a Bachelor of Arts in History in 2015. Upon graduation, he began his professional career at UNF in the College of Education and Human Services before joining UNF Online in 2019. In his current position, he manages departmental policies and procedures while acting as a liaison for university accreditation in addition to supervising departmental fiscal matters. Michael enjoys playing golf, brewing and sampling beer, and spending time with family.

Tina is a proud UNF alumna, having earned a Bachelor of Arts in History in 2014. Prior to joining UNF Online, she worked at UPS while continuing her education. Tina performs a variety of administrative duties at UNF Online and enjoys learning about new educational technology. She is a Jacksonville native who has raised two children and currently has four grandchildren. Always seeking to enhance her personal experiences and relationships, Tina loves spending time with family, traveling, and blogging about her adventures.