BYU-Idaho/Web-Content huggingface dataset:
Ryan Heap

## Biography

Brother Heap received a B.S. degree from Brigham Young University (2011) and a M.S. degree from Brigham Young University (2013). He started employment with Pratt and Whitney as a Methods Engineer developing software tools for internal engineers to use for computer aided design and analysis of turbo machinery (jet engines). He then moved to consulting work with Design Automation associates and Engineering Industries eXcellence where he enjoys working with many different companies across the country on various projects related to software development for engineering, manufacturing, and industry 4.0. He began teaching as a mechanical engineering adjunct faculty member at BYU-Idaho in Winter 2018.

## Education

- BS, Mechanical Engineering, BYU
- MS, Mechanical Engineering, BYU (Thesis - Statistical Modeling and Finite Element Simulation)

## Teaching Experience

- BYU-Idaho Mechanical Engineering Department (6 years)
- ME 142 Engineering Computation I
- ME 172 Parametric Mechanical CAD
- ME 337 Kinematics
- ME 342 Engineering Computation II
- ME 438 CAE Modeling and Digital Simulation

## Related Experience

- Pratt & Whitney 2013-2016
- Design Automation Associates 2016-2021
- Engineering Industries eXcellence 2021-current

## Interests

- I have a passion for code development and solving problems using software integrations.
- Gymnastics, soccer, hiking, and fishing.

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Mechanical Engineering
Ryan R. Sargeant

#### Education

- B.S. in Chemistry, Utah State University (2002)
- M.S. in Biological Chemistry, University of Michigan (2004)
- Pursuing Ph.D. in Chemistry Education at Middle Tennessee State University

#### Interests

- Organic Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Climate Change and Alternative Energy
- Educational Research

#### Selected Publications and Presentations

J. G. Krum, H. Ellsworth, R. R. Sargeant, G. Rich, and S. A. Ensign, "Kinetic and Microcalorimetric Analysis of Substrate and Cofactor Interactions in Epoxyalkane:CoM Transferase: a Zn Dependent Epoxidase", Biochemistry 2002, 41: 5005-5014

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Chemistry
Sahar B. H. Qumsiyeh

#### Education

- BS in Mathematics from Bethlehem University
- MS in Statistics from BYU
- PhD in Statistics from the Middle East Technical University, Turkey

#### Interests

- Camping
- Hiking
- Traveling

#### Work Experience

- 2015-current: Faculty in the Mathematics Department at BYU-I.
- 2008-2012: Data Analyst with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).
- 1996-2008: Professor at various universities including Palestine Polytechnic, Bethlehem University, and the Arab American University.

#### Research

- Mathematica Statistics/Modified Maximum Likelihood

#### LinkedIn Profile

- Go to LinkedIn

#### Biography

Born in Jerusalem, raised in Beit Sahour, Palestine. Have 5 siblings, two sisters and three brothers. Served a mission in England 2013-2014.

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Mathematics
Saul Lopez

Sal Lopez attended Columbia Basin University before graduating from BYU-Idaho with a bachelor's degree in construction management. Brother Lopez has extensive professional experience in construction and restoration work. He has served as a field technician, estimator, field engineer, and project manager for various commercial development companies. He was the Director of Preconstruction at Solgen Power when he joined the faculty in the Department of Design and Construction Management at BYU-Idaho in 2023.

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Design & Construction Management
Sam Lorin Butikofer

Sam Butikofer graduated from BYU-Idaho with bachelor's degrees in health science and public health. Hr then completed a bachelor's degree in health education from Idaho State University. He took his graduate studies to Western Governors University, where he earned bachelor's and master's degree in nursing. He then completed a doctorate degree in nursing from the University of Utah.

Dr. Butikofer has experience as an emergency room nurse and worked for many years as a sale representative for Merck. He joined the faculty in the Department of Nursing at BYU-Idaho in 2013. In 2019, he accepted a position as coroner for Madison County, Idaho.

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Nursing
Samuel Lee Clay

Samuel Clay graduated from Arizona State University with a bachelor's degree in Accounting. He continued his graduate studies at Brigham Young University, earning master's degree and doctorate in Psychology.

Dr. Clay served as an adjunct professor and teaching fellow at Morehead State University, Heartland Community College, and Illinois State University. He lead the Consumer Analytics Group as a vie president and chief operations officer. In 2002, he joined the faculty in the Department of Psychology at BYU-Idaho. He had served as the department chair from 2007 to 2013.

"Nurturing Each Other Along the Path of Perfection" (BYU-Idaho Devotional, October 6, 2015)

#### Education

- Ph.D. Brigham Young University, 1996
- M.S. Brigham Young University, 1990
- B.S. Arizona State, 1986

#### Interests

- Self-Mastery
- Social Cognition
- Social Motivation

#### Courses Taught

Teaches Social Psych (Psych 350), Psychology of Emotion/Motivation (Psych 365), and Performance Psychology (Psych 380).

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Psychology
Samuel Rex Gardner

## Education

- M.B.A., Management, 2015, Utah Valley University
- B.S., Economics, 2011, Brigham Young University
- CFA Charterholder, 2022, CFA Institute

## Interests

- Financial Economics
- Investment Analysis

## Prior Experience

- Portfolio Manager, Innovative Wealth Strategies
- Financial Advisor, Frontier Credit Union (formerly East Idaho Credit Union)
- Financial Analyst, State of Utah

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Economics
Samuel Lee Head

Sam Head graduated from BYU-Idaho with a bachelor's degree in Theatre and Speech Education. He continued his graduate studies with a master's degree in English from Idaho State University and a Rhetoric, Composition, a d Literacy program at Ohio State University.

Professor Head worked for a few years at Ohio State University as a program administrator for a first-year writers and as a digital media project administrative assistant. He helped develop technical documentation for company Nationwide before accepting a faculty position in the Department of English at BYU-Idaho in 2020.

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English
Sandro Gaston Benitez

Sandro G. Benitez was born and raised in Lima, Peru, and later relocated to Los Angeles, California, in pursuit of new opportunities at the age of 17. He holds a bachelor's degree in secondary education from Idaho State University and an Idaho State Teaching Certificate for teaching Biology, Spanish, and English as a Second Language. Additionally, he obtained a Master's Degree in Bilingual Education from Boise State University, an Educational Specialist Degree in School Administration from the University of Idaho, and a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Idaho State University. Sandro's public education experience includes teaching at various levels and serving as an assistant principal at two elementary schools. Since 2011, he has been a faculty member at BYU-Idaho and is particularly passionate about advocating for English Language Learners. Sandro's spouse, Michelle (Christley), is also an educator, and they are the proud parents of 5 children.

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Languages & Intl Studies
Elem. Early & Special Ed.
Sarah Hiebert

Sarah Hiebert first got into nursing when she finished a bachelor's degree in registered nursing from BYU-Idaho. She continued her graduate studies at Western Governors University, completing a Master of Science in Nursing Education in 2017. She then completed a doctorate at Walden University in Nursing Science in 2022.

Dr. Hiebert has experience working as a registered nurse ar Madison Memorial Hosptial in Rexburg, Idaho. She also serves as a nursing instructor and department chair of BYU-Idaho nursing program.

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Nursing
Scott H. Burton

### Biography

Scott Burton holds a Ph.D. in computer science from Brigham Young University, where his research centered on advancing Machine Learning and Data Science through cross-disciplinary collaboration with health scientists. Prior to his doctoral program, he completed an M.S. in computer science from Utah State University, and a B.S. in computer science from Brigham Young University.

Before moving into the educational field, Dr. Burton worked as a software engineer and architect leading teams to develop custom products and solutions for clients in a variety of industries. He joined the faculty at BYU-Idaho in 2013 and since that time has designed, developed, and taught campus and online courses in many areas across computer science and data science. He has served as chair of the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering and the program director of the online Software Development program, administered through BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

### Education

Ph.D., Computer Science, Brigham Young University 
M.S., Computer Science, Utah State University 
B.S., Computer Science, Brigham Young University 
A.S., Computer Science, Snow College

### Industry Experience

Applied Research Scientist (Visiting), Zillow Group 
Software Architect, Knowlysis, LLC 
Solutions Engineer, NextPage

### Research Interests

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning 
Applied Data Science 
Computational Health Science

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CS/SE
CSE
Scott C. Cameron

Scott Cameron earned a bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. He then completed master's and doctorate degrees from Boston University. Dr. Cameron joined the faculty in the Department of English at BYU-Idaho in 2007.

"I Glory in My Jesus: Forging a Personal Relationship with Christ and Heavenly Father" (BYU-Idaho Devotional, June 8, 2021)

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English
Scott E. Franson

#### Introduction

Brother Scott Franson received an Associates Degree in Art from Ricks College, a Bachelors of Fine Arts from Art Center College of Design, Pasadena, California and a Masters of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Utah State University, Logan, Utah. Before Brother Franson began teaching at Ricks College/BYU-Idaho, he worked as a graphic designer in Hollywood, California for White & Associates, with clients such as RainBird and Mattel. He then moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota to work with the Kuester Group where he worked on projects for Unisys, Honeywell, Formica, Potlatch Paper, Fox River Paper, US West, and St. Jude Medical.

Brother Franson's interests include Graphic Design, Childrens' Book Design & Illustration, Surface Design, and Web Design. His interest in illustration for children resulted in his first picture book "Un-Brella", published by Roaring Brook Press in 2007. He has also designed and licensed surface patterns for bow tie fabric.

Brother Franson currently teaches Art 230: Typography, Art 335: Identity Design, Advanced Typography, Sequential Design, and Art 445: Digital Illustration.

#### Scott Franson's recent work:

"Modular Wood Cube Painting" 144 blocks

"Paper Sphere", paper, 60 modules

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Art
Scott Galer

Scott Galer specializes in Chinese language and literature. He teaches Chinese courses in the Department of Languages and International Studies.

Professor Galer received an early impression to study Chinese at Brigham Young University, which contributed to his success as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Taiwan. Upon his return from Taiwan, we continued his studies at BYU while teaching Chinese Mandarian at the Missionary Training Center in Provo, Utah.

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Languages & Intl Studies
Scott Patrick Gardner

## Education

- PhD in Marriage and Family Therapy, Texas Tech University (1995)
- MS in Child and Family Development, University of Georgia (1991)
- BS in Psychology, Brigham Young University (1989)

## Previous Work Experience

- Board Certified Coach (2018-present)
- Professor of Human Development and Family Studies, South Dakota State University (1996-2007)
- Marriage and Family Therapist, Private Practice (1996-2007)
- Instructor, Texas Tech University (1992-1994)

## Professional Interests

- The effectiveness of relationship education curricula on teen relationships and future marriage
- The pure love of Christ in everyday family life
- Marriage and family studies as a profession
- Family relations
- Family theories and dynamics

## Hobbies and Activities

- Pickleball
- Gardening
- Cycling
- Family (especially grandchildren)

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Home & Family
Roger Scott Johnson

Scott Johnson graduated from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, with bachelor's and master's degrees in chemistry. In then completed a doctorate degree in organic chemistry from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Dr. Johnson worked for many years for Georgia-Pacific Chemicals, LLC, where he served as a research and development manager and director of innovation before joining the faculty in the Department of Chemistry at BYU-Idaho. He currently serves as the department chair since 2023.

"Devoted Disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ" (BYU-Idaho Devotional, June 29, 2021)

## Education

BS in Chemistry from BYU-Provo in 1985 
MS in Organic Chemistry from BYU-Provo in 1986 
PhD in Organic Chemistry from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1991 
Teaching Experience: Professor BYU-Idaho (2017-present)

### Selected Publications and Presentations

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Chemistry
Scott D. Martin

Scott Martin graduated from Utah Valley University with a bachelor's degree in integrated studies. He continued his graduate studies at the University of Rhode Island, where he completed master's and doctorate degrees in behavioral science and psychology.

Dr. Martin joined the faculty in the Department of Psychology at BYU-Idaho in 2014. He also founded Alere Youth Development, a non-profit organization that seeks to empower youth suffering from substance abuse.

Dr. Martin has published several articles on how lonliness and media use affect Latter-day Saint young adults, and various topics on workplace conflicts or employee burnout.

#### Education

- Ph.D. University of Rhode Island, 2014
- M.A. University of Rhode Island, 2012
- B.S. Utah Valley University, 2008

#### Interests

- Adolescent Substance use
- Health Promotion
- Research Methods

#### Courses Taught

Teaches Research Methods (Psych 302) and Experiencing Research (Psych 485).

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Psychology
Scott Pope

#### Education

- Brigham Young University, BA
- University of Kansas, MBA

#### Interests

- Leadership and Culture
- International Relations/Economics
- Technology
- Politics
- Music

#### Background

Scott Pope grew up in a suburb of Kansas City. He attended BYU and received a degree in International Relations and a minor in Business Management in 1998. During that time he served two years as a missionary in the Venezuela Maracaibo mission. After college he began his 22 year business career first at his first "real" job with Pfizer and a year later he started working at Sprint in various Finance and HR roles. During that time he completed an MBA from the University of Kansas. In 2008 Scott and his family moved to Seattle where he started working for Microsoft in leadership roles in Finance. Those jobs took him all over the world and he gained a great perspective of what being a global citizen means. His last role there was as Director of Finance for Worldwide Customer Support. In August of 2020, he left Microsoft and moved his family to Rexburg, Idaho to join the Business Management faculty of BYU-Idaho. Scott was lucky enough to marry Traci Lahti from Anchorage, Alaska in April of 1998 in the Bountiful, UT temple. Together they have 4 amazing "kids" who aren't really kids so much anymore. He has two sons, a daughter in law, and two daughters in high school. He loves outdoor adventures, live music, the NBA, politics and whatever Netflix series he can binge with his wife.

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Management
Seth Stephen Ririe

Seth Ririe completed his undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah. He then earned a doctorate degree in molecular genetics from the University of Missouri-Columbia.

Dr. Ririe worked for several years as a technical trainer at QIAGEN before joining the faculty in the Department of Biology at BYU-Idaho in 2004. He teaches courses in microbiology and molecular biology.

#### Classes

BIO 221-General Microbiology 
BIO 222-General Microbiology Lab 
BIO 378-Tech. in Biochem. & Mol. Biology

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Biology
Shane S. Ruebush

#### Education

- B.S. in Chemistry, Utah State University (2000)
- Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Pennsylvania State University (2006)
- Research Experience: Post-doctoral research associate, Montana State University, Bozeman, MT (2006-2008)
- Teaching Experience: BYU-I (2008-present)

#### Interests

- Biochemistry
- Chemistry Education
- Bioinorganic Enzymes
- Bioenergy/ Environmental biochemistry
- Undergraduate Research

#### Selected Publications and Presentations

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Chemistry
David Shane Thompson

### Education

Masters in Computer Information Systems. University of Phoenix 
Bachelors of Arts in Physics. Brigham Young University 
Associates in Physics. Rick College

### Industry Experience

BYU-Idaho Professor 2012 - Current 
Provo School District - Systems Administrator 2003-2012 
Timpview High School - teacher and network administrator 1996-2003

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Cyber/ITM
CSE
Sharon W. Duque

## Biography

Sharon Duque fell in love with art history as a freshman design major at BYU. After marrying her husband, Lary Duque, Sharon transferred to the University of California, Davis as an art history major and received her BA and MA degrees there. She currently heads the art history curriculum at BYU-Idaho and teaches courses in Medieval Art, Baroque Art, Nineteenth-Century Art, and Modern and Contemporary Art, along with the survey courses Art History I and Art History II. Her latest research focuses on typology in art, or the study of how depictions of Old Testament figures symbolize the life and character of Jesus Christ. Watching her students make personal connections to masterpieces of the past brings her great joy.

Sharon and her husband Lary have 4 grown children and live in St. Anthony on Henry's Fork of the Snake River, where she loves to kayak and watch the wildlife. She also enjoys tennis, hiking, cross-country skiing, gardening, and visiting art museums across the world.

## Education

- Art History, B.A. University of California, Davis, 1985
- Art History, M.A. University of California, Davis, 1988

## Recent Work

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Art
Shaun Harris

#### Education

- B.S., Animal Science, Brigham Young University - Idaho, 2010
- M.S., Animal and Veterinary Sciences (Meat Science Emphasis), University of Wyoming, 2011

#### Interests

- Product Development
- Food Safety
- Food Laws and Regulations

#### Professional Experience

**Faculty**, Department of Animal and Food Science, Brigham Young University - Idaho, August 2016 - current 
**Food Scientist**, Foster Farms, January 2015 - August 2016 
**Visiting Faculty**, Department of Animal and Food Science, Brigham Young University - Idaho, August 2012 - December 2014

#### Course Responsibilities

AS 135: Introduction to Meat Products,AS 150: Introduction to Animal Science,AS 355: Principles of Meat Science,AS 465: Processed Meats,FS 120: Introduction to Food Science

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Animal & Food Science
Shaun B. Orr

## Biography

Shaun Orr serves as Director of the Student Health Center at BYU-Idaho. With over 31 years of experience in healthcare, Shaun specializes in healthcare administration. He holds a bachelor's degree and a Master of Business Administration from Idaho State University and is passionate about supporting student development through employment opportunities and ensuring accessible, high-quality healthcare to help students thrive academically. Outside of work, he enjoys skiing in the winter and spending time at the lake with his family.

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Student Health Center
Shawn B. Andreasen

## Biography

Shawn Andreasen serves as the pharmacist at the BYU-Idaho Student Health Center. With over 22 years of experience in pharmacy, Shawn specializes in Immunizations and college age health. He holds a doctorate in pharmacy from Idaho State University and is passionate about helping keep college students stay healthy mentally and physically so they can succeed in their education. Outside of work, Shawn enjoys spending time with family, running, hiking, whale watching at the Oregon coast, and gardening.

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Student Health Center
Shawnee Marie Hendershot

## Education

- PhD in Family and Human Development, Utah State University (2016)
- MS in Family, Consumer, and Human Development, Utah State University (2011)
- BS in Child Development, Brigham Young University-Idaho (2008)
- Associate's Degree in Office Management, Ricks College (1996)

## Previous Work Experience

- Associate Faculty, Pittsburg State University (2015-2022)
- Graduate Instructor and Researcher, Utah State University (2009-2015)
- Paraprofessional Educator, Big Horn School District #1 (2008-2009)
- Office Assistant, BYU-Idaho (2004-2008), BYU (1999-2004), The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1998-1999)

## Professional Interests

- Mental health
- Mathematics in early childhood environments
- Resilience
- Course design
- Student engagement
- Child development
- Adolescent development
- Observation and assessment
- Family stress and coping
- Family relations

## Hobbies and Activities

- Reading
- Playing the piano
- Quilting
- Embroidery
- Walking

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Home & Family
Shawn V. Jensen

#### Education

2010 
Washington State University, Pullman, WA 
Ed. D. in Educational Leadership 
Dissertation: "The Impact of Learning Model Applications on Student Course Evaluations" 
Brigham Young University-Idaho

2006 
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 
M.S. in Construction Technology 
Thesis: "Correlating Factors between Student Participation and Student Learning Via a Service Learning Project in Secondary Education: A Case Study"

2001 
Brigham Young University, Provo, UT 
B.S. in Technology Teacher Education 
Areas of Concentration: Construction Teaching 
Honors: Academic All-Conference in Wrestling

#### Teaching Experience

2008 - Present 
Brigham Young University - Idaho, Rexburg, ID 
Instructor - Construction 120, 240, 330, 350 
Developed syllabus and overall course structure, and administered all grades.

2003 - 2008 
Hermiston High School, Hermiston, OR 
Instructor - Construction, Woods, Cabinet Making Courses 
Developed syllabus and overall course structure, and administered all grades

2000 - 2003 
Payson High School, Payson, UT 
Instructor - Construction Technology, and Principles of Technology 
Developed syllabus and overall course structure, and administered all grades.

#### Related Experience

2006 - 2008 
Shawn V. Jensen Construction, LLC., Hermiston, OR 
General Contractor Estimating, hiring, overall construction supervision, and closeout of residential home construction

2000 - 2004 
Nomarco Construction, Woodburn, OR 
SuperintendentSupervised the construction process for multiple commercial projects

1997 - 2000 
Custom Tech Roofing, Payson, UT 
Lead Roofer/Framer 
Roofing and Framing Laborer

#### Publications and Papers

2001 
"Correlating Factors between Student Participation and Student Learning Via a Service Learning Project in Secondary Education: A Case Study 
"Journal of Technology and Learning 

#### Languages

English - Native Language 
Laotian - Speak, read, and write with basic competence 
Thai - Speak and read with basic competence

#### Memberships

Associated Schools of Construction 
National Association of Home Builders 
Faculty Supervisor of Architecture and Construction Management Society

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Design & Construction Management
Shawn Peter Johansen

#### Education

- B.A., History, BYU, 1986
- M.A., U.S. History, University of California, Los Angeles, 1988
- Ph. D. U.S. History, University of California, Los Angeles, 1994

#### Interests

- 19th Century Family and Gender History
- U.S. Constitution and Law

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History Geography Poli Science