Bonnie Ellis has a master's degree in communication and doctoral degree in education, communication and curriculum and supervision. She has served as an associate director of an association, director of community programs, a consultant and director of public relations. Additionally, Dr. Ellis developed a method to overcome speech anxiety and has taught at the college level since 1974. She joined the faculty at University of Phoenix in 2002 and presently teaches communications, as well as serves on the College of Arts and Sciences Advisory Council and Bachelor of Science in Communication Program Advisory Council. Dr. Ellis is currently president of a management consulting business.
Marvin Frohock has taught history and humanities for several colleges and has been a faculty member at University of Phoenix since 1999. In addition to teaching at Axia College, he has served as a subject matter expert in the development of new Axia College courses. Frohock also serves as the College’s Humanities Area Chair, and as lead faculty for a local University of Phoenix campus.
Wael Hassinan, who has extensive experience as a hydrologist, has taught for more than a decade at University of Phoenix. Currently, he facilitates courses in math, science and business.
Ralph Melaragno, who has a doctoral degree in psychology, has managed research organizations and been a management consultant for numerous firms. He has 25 years of teaching experience, including eight at University of Phoenix, where he facilitates courses in psychology and research methods.
Joy Pellegrino, who has a master's degree in applied sociology, worked 15 years in a county office for the disabled. She has chaired numerous statewide committees, presented a paper at a sociological association conference, appeared in an educational video on diversity/tolerance that was nominated for a Peabody Award, and is currently writing a book on adult learning. Pellegrino's 10 years of teaching experience include teaching at a community college, state college and University of Phoenix, where she has facilitated general studies and sociology courses for six years.
Maria Quintero, who has a doctorate in psychology, has extensive experience in behavior analysis, research, and development and administration of service programs. She has consulted with schools and agencies in more than eight states; presented more than 40 in-service sessions, seminars and workshops; and presented more than 50 professional papers. Additionally, she has authored a book on surviving divorce, and been honored for her development of innovative programs. Dr. Quintero has taught psychology courses at University of Phoenix for more than five years.
Wendy Schmidt was "lured into the online educational process" while earning her master's degree. Anxious to share her positive experience with online learning, she joined the faculty of Axia College of University of Phoenix. Schmidt facilitates communication, education and science courses at Axia College while continuing to work full time as a fourth-grade teacher.