Welcome from the Division of Natural and Computational Sciences
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Our division offers multiple degrees, minors and concentrations. These include a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Health Science, and a B.S. in Biology. The Natural Science faculty consists of eight full–time faculty with six possessing a PhD or terminal degree in their field. The Computational Science faculty consists of four full-time faculty with a combined teaching experience of seventy-five years. We would be happy to visit with prospective students while on campus and tour our science and math facilities, and we look forward to meeting with you.
Dr. Todd J. Lafrenz
Division Chair, Natural and Computational Sciences
Benedictine University at Springfield
1500 North Fifth Street
Springfield, Il 62702
217-525-1420 ext 3561
fax: 217-528-9871
Programs and Scholarships in the Natural Science Division
Professors and Staff in the Natural Science Division
Rick Rossetto
Rick has over twenty years of teaching at the junior college level with the last 10 years teaching at Benedictine University at Springfield. Rick taught thirty-three years in local public schools, teaches Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 2, and pre-nursing advisor.
Dr. Gwen Baumann
Gwen brings her experience from Millikin University, Miami University (Ohio), Armstrong Atlantic University, and Rutgers University. She teaches Organic Chemistry, Biochemistry, and General Chemistry. She is an advisor to the Chemistry Club.
Dr. Brian Carrigan
Brian brings his experience from Juniata College, Millikin University, MacMurry College and UIS to Benedictine. He teaches Physics, Astronomy and Physical Science.
Dave Holland
Dave has been an instructor at Benedictine for 8 years, taught for two years in the New York area and has returned to teach Cell and Organismal Biology, General Botany and a course in religion the last three years. Dave is an advisor of the Environmental Club.
Dr. Torrie Jones
Torrie has gained teaching experience from Illinois Central College and Eureka College as well as private and professional tutoring in many subjects. She teaches General Chemistry and Biology, Genetics, and Microbiology. She is also the advisor to the Health Sciences Club.
Julia Leischner
Julia has been an adjunct at Illinois College and Lincoln Land Community College for five years and currently working on her PhD. She teaches Human Anatomy & Physiology 1 & 11, Human Biology, Nutrition, and Medical Terminology. Julia is an adviser of the Green Club.
Professors in the Computational Science Division
Alice Gutiérrez
Began teaching at Benedictine University at Springfield in 1985 as an adjunct instructor in the music department. After completing a Masters’ degree in Mathematics in 1989, Alice was granted full-time status. She was the Chairperson for the Mathematics and Computer Science Department from 1989-1994 and also the advisor for Pre-Law, General Education, Mathematics, Computer Science, and Aviation.
In addition to being a full-time faculty member, she was the Director of Computing Services – Network Supervisor / System Administrator for Springfield College from 1994 – 2004.
Deanna Tebrugge
Health Sciences
Recommendation Committee
(SPRINGFIELD CAMPUS only)
Practicum Application Deadlines:
September 15th (for Spring semester Practica)
February 15th (for Summer or Fall semester
Practica)
Recommendation Letter Deadlines:
September 15th (for
Fall semester interviews and letter requests)
February 15th (for
Spring semester interviews and letter requests)
For application materials and
additional information, contact the Director of Pre-Professional Health
Programs:
Dr. Todd J. Lafrenz
ph#(217)525-1420 x3561
tlafrenz@ben.edu
office - Weaver 134
Benedictine University at Springfield
Dept. of Natural & Computational Sciences
1500 North Fifth Street
Springfield, Il 62702
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