Saint Anselm College is happy to welcome six new full-time and 17 part-time faculty members in eight departments for the 2026-27 academic year, bringing diverse expertise to the College’s classrooms.
New Full-Time Faculty
Brian Bednarski
Assistant Professor, Department of Fine Arts
- B.A., Stockton University
- M.F.A., Vermont College of Fine Arts
The Fine Arts department welcomes Brian Bednarski as an assistant professor of fine arts after earning his B.A. from Stockton University and M.F.A. from Vermont College of Fine Arts. “His industry experience is broad and deep, including work with SiriusXM, New England Sports Network, Fidelity Investments, and Major League Baseball Advanced Media. Brian is hard at work...ensuring our facilities...are able to meet the needs of the rapidly growing...program,” says department chair Andrew Haringer. Bednarski will be teaching Graphic Design I, Graphic Design II, and Art and Design for Web.
Zachary Costanzo
Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics
- B.A., Providence College M.A., Binghamton University
- Ph.D., Binghamton University
The Mathematics department welcomes Zachary Costanzo as an assistant professor. “We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Zachary Costanzo to the Mathematics Department. Zach brings a strong background in mathematics…with extensive teaching experience… that spans mathematics and computing…His arrival strengthens a department that continues to grow…” says Department Chair Stephen Shea. Costanzo will teach Calculus I, Calculus III, and Introductory Statistics. He earned his B.A. from Providence College and his M.A. and Ph.D. from Binghamton University.
Claire-Hélène Gaudissart
Instructor, Department of Modern Languages and Literatures
- M.A., Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne, France
The Modern Languages and Literatures Department welcomes Claire-Hélène Gaudissart as an instructor teaching French I and French II. She earned her M.A. from Université de Reims Champagne-Ardenne in France.
Madeline Jarrett
Instructor, Department of Theology
- B.A., University of Notre Dame
- M.Div., Boston College
The Theology department welcomes Madeline Jarrett as an instructor teaching Medical Ethics and Enduring Questions. She earned her B.A. from the University of Notre Dame and her M.Div. from Boston College.
Magen Jenkins
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Pensacola Christian College
- M.S.N., Pensacola Christian College
The Nursing department welcomes Magen Jenkins for the 2026-27 academic year. “The Department of Nursing is excited to welcome Magen Jenkins as a full-time faculty member,” said Undergraduate Nursing Chair Carrie MacLeod. “Her previous experience as a part-time clinical instructor, familiarity with the program, and commitment to our students make her a valuable addition to the department.” Jenkins joins the clinical faculty team at the Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences to teach Health Assessment Labs. She earned her B.S.N. and M.S.N. from Pensacola Christian College.
Mikaela Newman
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology
- B.A., Assumption College
- M.A., University of New Hampshire
- Ph.D., University of New Hampshire
The Psychology department welcomes Mikaela Newman for the 2026-27 academic year. “We are thrilled to have Dr. Mikaela Newman join the Department of Psychology. She brings attention to teaching and care for students from her teacher-focused training at [University of New Hampshire],” said Department Chair Elizabeth Rickenbach. Newman brings a strong focus on teaching and student care from her previous training. As an assistant professor of psychology, Newman will teach General Psychology I, Child Growth and Development, and Behavioral Statistics. She earned her B.A. from Assumption College and her M.A. and Ph.D. from the University of New Hampshire.
New Part-Time Faculty
The Fine Arts Department welcomes two part-time faculty members for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Matthew Lee
Lecturer, Department of Fine Arts
- B.M., University of Canterbury
- M.M., University of Canterbu
- Ph.D., Boston University
- D.M.A., Boston University
Matthew Lee joins the Department of Fine Arts as a lecturer. Lee is a “seasoned performer and instructor,” stated by Andrew Haringer. He earned his B.M. and M.M. from the University of Canterbury and his Ph.D. and D.M.A. from Boston University. He will teach Studies in Music Performance: Flute.
Stephanie Noble
Lecturer, Department of Fine Arts
- B.F.A., Marymount Manhattan College
Stephanie Noble joins the Department of Fine Arts as a lecturer. She earned her B.F.A. from Marymount Manhattan College. Noble“has worked closely with leaders in dance such as Shannon Lewis, Al Blackstone, and Marinda Davis,” says Andrew Haringer. She will teach
Jazz and Contemporary dance and is the Rehearsal and Production Director of NSquared Dance.
The Nursing Department welcomes eleven part-time faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year.
Jacqueline Andrews
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Colby-Sawyer College
- M.S.N., Colby-Sawyer College
Jordan Brown
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Saint Anselm College
- M.S.N., Rivier University
Julie Cahill-Hollingsworth
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Saint Anselm College
- M.S.N., Northeastern University
Candace Dahar
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Providence College
Patricia Glastetter
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- A.S., St. Joseph School of Nursing
- B.S., Southern New Hampshire University
Karen Grimley
Lecturer, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Saint Anselm College
- M.B.A., Anna Maria College
- Ph.D., Florida Atlantic University
Eileen Keefe
Lecturer, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Boston College
- M.S.N., University of New Hampshire
- D.N.P., University of New Hampshire
Kathleen Meyer
Lecturer, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S., Texas Christian University
- M.S.N., Duke University
- D.N.P., University of New Hampshire
Tabitha Milburn
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S., Southern New Hampshire University
Curtis Lonergan
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S., University of Maine
- B.S., Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
Nnenne Odukwu
Clinical Faculty, Nursing, Jean School of Nursing and Health Sciences
- B.S.N., Notre Dame of Maryland University
The English and Communication Department welcomes two new part-time faculty members for the 2026-27 academic year.
Amy Basbas
Lecturer, Department of English and Communication
- B.A., Assumption University
- M.A.T. Rivier University
- M.A., Southern New Hampshire University
Amy Basbas joins the English and Communication Department as a part-time lecturer, teaching First-Year Writing. She earned her B.A. from Assumption University, M.A.T. from Rivier University, and M.A.
Samuel Rucks
Lecturer, Department of English and Communication
- B.A., Oklahoma State University
- M.F.A., University of New Hampshire
Samuel Rucks joins the English and Communication Department as a part-time lecturer, teaching First-Year Writing at Saint Anselm College. He earned his B.A. from Oklahoma State University and M.F.A. from the University of New Hampshire.
The Criminal Justice Department welcomes one new part-time faculty member for the 2026-27 academic year.
Jacklyn Gaumer
Lecturer, Department of Criminal Justice
- B.A., Saint Anselm College
- M.A., Saint Anselm College