School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
ADMINISTRATORS
STEPHEN SILLIMAN, Dean, School of STEM
FRED CAWTHORNE, Chair, Department of Science, Engineering and Mathematics
VIRGINIA RUTH COREY, Chair, Department of Nursing
AARON HALL, Chair, Department of Exercise and Sport Science
TIMOTHY S. MYATT, Chair, Department of Computer and Information Sciences
NYKOLAUS REED, Chair, Department of Biology
School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics General Information
The School of STEM at Trevecca University is comprised of a diverse set of programs focused in the natural and health sciences, technology, engineering and math. These programs are housed in five Departments focused on undergraduate programming (Biology; Exercise and Sport Science; Nursing; Science, Engineering and Mathematics; and Computer and Information Sciences) as well as the oldest graduate Physician Assistant program within the State of Tennessee. Graduates from each of the STEM programs represent aspiring professionals who have options ranging from immediate career opportunities through pursuing further studies at the graduate level.
The School of STEM programs are motivated by the desire to enable students to develop strong competencies within their chosen disciplines as well as vision for their future careers so as to make positive contributions to society, the human and built environments, and their chosen professions. The STEM programs are centered on the mission of the University by developing leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators who understand and appreciate Christ’s call to servanthood as central to the human condition.
The School of STEM also emphasizes the human dimensions of academic study and the professions. Course work offered in the School emphasizes imparting general knowledge as well as professional and technical expertise. The School seeks to engender in its graduates a broader understanding of life and faith facilitated by liberal arts in the context of the Christian faith. Beyond preparing students for professional lives and/or graduate study, the school remains deeply focused on producing graduates prepared for leadership and service.