Assistant Professor of Exercise Science

 

Doctor of Philosophy in Exercise Physiology, Kent State University 

Master of Science in Exercise Science, University of South Carolina 

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Malone University 

 

“I was a student at Malone University from 2005 to 2009 and was a member of the cross country and track teams. This included being a member of the 2007 and 2008 national championship cross country teams. I grew up in Minerva and now live in Canton with my wife, Rachel, and two daughters, Molly (6) and Anna (3). We attend Dayspring Christian Fellowship in Massillon. For the previous 6 years before coming to Malone, I was an assistant professor at Walsh University.”

 

 

Assistant Professor of Computer Science and Cybersecurity  

 

Master of Science in Computer Science, Georgia Institute of Technology 

Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science and Mathematics, Malone University 

 

“I was a student at Malone University from 1995 to 1999. I have worked in the Malone University Information Technology department for the past 23 years. I grew up in the Minerva area and I have lived in Louisville for the past twelve years. I have a large and diverse collection of board games that I enjoy playing with family and friends. I enjoy hiking and exploring the trails of the Stark Parks system. I live in the country and enjoy spending time in God’s creation. I enjoy reading early Christian writings and practical discussions about faith.” 

 

 

Assistant Professor of Biology  

 

Doctor of Philosophy in Integrated Biosciences: Biomimicry, The University of Akron 

Bachelor of Science in Biology, The University of Akron 

Associate of Science in Biology, A.S. Tidewater Community College 

 

Rebecca Eagle-Malone is a fierce female, mama bear of 3 Eaglets: Trenton (20), Andrew (18), and Ella (8). She, along with her boys and their dad, lived in four different states on and near Navy (and one Air Force) bases in Oklahoma, Connecticut, and Virginia before returning to Ohio in 2010. Rebecca loves to get her hands into the soil, creating and maintaining flower

beds at home and doing vegetation sampling (research) in northeast Ohio. She enjoys connecting with nature and can often be heard shrieking with excitement when she sees a plant, tree, bird, mammal, or insect she hasn’t seen in a while (or ever!). Rebecca is also an avid fan of The Beatles and can tell you the backstory to just about any song in their catalog. 

 

 

Director and Assistant Professor of Creative Writing 

 

Doctor of Philosophy in Creative Writing, Illinois State University 

Master of Fine Arts in Poetry, Oregon State University 

Bachelor of Science in Education in Language Arts and Social Sciences, Concordia University 

 

Hannah is a recent graduate of Illinois State University’s creative writing Ph.D. program and a brand-new resident of Louisville. Originally from Minnesota (and an avid Minnesota Twins baseball fan), she attended undergrad at Concordia University - Nebraska and then taught middle school for two years in southern China. She also attended the M.F.A. in creative writing program at Oregon State University. Hannah enjoys visiting obscure historic sites, trying out new crockpot recipes, and face-timing with her niece and nephew. 

 

 

Visiting Instructor of Theology  

 

Doctor of Theology in Biblical Theology, Evangelical Seminary (anticipated Spring 2023)

Master of Divinity in Theology, Ashland Theological Seminary 

Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry, University of Valley Forge 

 

“I have been married for almost nine years to Becky. We have two sons Harrison (4) and Lincoln (3). I am currently working on my Doctor of Theology from Evangelical Seminary. I hope to have my dissertation completed by this spring. I also serve as the Regional Coordinator for the North Central Region of the Brethren Church. I am originally from Indiana and I love the Indianapolis Colts and Indiana University basketball. 

 

 

Visiting Assistant Professor of Education  

 

Doctor of Philosophy in Elementary Education, The University of Akron 

Master of Education in Reading, Malone University 

Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education, Walsh University 

 

“I received my Masters in Reading from Malone in 2005, and am so excited to be returning to my alma mater now as a professor! My husband Frank and I live here in Canton and have a blended family of eight, including our six children who really aren’t ‘children’ any more. Our oldest is an agronomist and is married, lives nearby, and is expecting our first grandchild in October! We have four in college this year, including two who are attending Malone to be teachers. Our youngest is in seventh grade this year at Louisville Middle School, which is where my husband teaches. In our spare time, Frank and I enjoy the great outdoors together including camping, backpacking, hiking, biking, kayaking, and traveling.” 

 

 

Assistant Professor of Nursing  

 

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner, Malone University 

Master of Arts in History, The University of Akron 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, The University of Akron 

Bachelor of Arts in History, The University of Akron 

 

“I grew up an Air Force brat and moved every 2-3 years. My family lived in the Philippines (where my mother is from), Guam, and Japan. I graduated from a small DOD Dependent School in Misawa AB, Japan. I served in the US Air Force as a Chaplain Service Support personnel and spent one deployment at Al Jabar AB in Kuwait. I met and married my husband Steve at Lackland AFB 25 years ago. Steve is currently a captain with the Akron Police Department. We have three boys: Hunter (21), Jack (17), and Stevie (15). The Swartz crew is very active at Community Bible Church. As a family, we love hiking, being outdoors, and watching movies. Steve and I enjoy running and all three of our boys have run cross country and track in high school. I started out studying history, and have a B.A. and M.A. in history in addition to my nursing degrees. I hope to combine love of history and nursing in a future research project.”

  

 

Visiting Professor of Practical Ministry 

 

Doctor of Ministry in Leadership and Spiritual Formation, George Fox University 

Master of Arts in Biblical Studies, Ashland Theological Seminary 

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Christian Ministries, Malone University 

 

“As one who is rooted in Ohio and raised in Kansas, I often refer to myself as a ‘BuckHawk.’ I share a common affinity for both the Great Lakes and the Great Plains. Having lived in Colorado as well, however, I must confess that I agree wholeheartedly with John Muir: Going to the mountains is going home. My wife Carol and I met at Malone during our time as students back in the early 80’s. By God’s grace, we have been partners in marriage and ministry for nearly 40 years now, and we have been blessed with six beautiful children and twelve wonderful grandchildren along the way. As northeast Ohio natives, we are all die-hard Cleveland sports fans (which obviously indicates that we are all well-acquainted with grief and loss). When away from work or home, I am likely to be found wandering in the wilderness on a scenic hiking trail, bike path, or kayaking route. To borrow from Tolkien, ‘not all who wander are lost.’”