Cory Clark, Ph.D.

Dr. Cory Clark is a social and personality psychologist whose research investigates the human pursuit of truth and the ways in which ego and emotion can influence reasoning. Her work is dedicated to designing methods that make scientific disagreement less combative and more productive.

Steven Austin, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Chemistry

Dr. Steven L. Austin is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry whose research uses computer simulations and molecular dynamics to understand biomolecular function. His work focuses on how protein movements are connected to their function, often involving supercomputer simulations of promising therapeutic targets.

Tom Bailey, Ph.D.

Professor of Creative Writing, Fiction

Dr. Tom Bailey is a Professor of Creative Writing whose award-winning fiction includes novels published by Random House and stories featured in The Pushcart Prize anthology. Dr. Bailey’s teaching spans fiction writing, creative nonfiction, and literature, offering students guidance from an author with both critical acclaim and extensive pedagogical expertise.

Samuel Bedgood, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Biology

Dr. Samuel Bedgood is an Assistant Professor of Biology at New College of Florida, where he leads student-centered research in marine ecology, coral physiology, shellfish aquaculture, and phycology (the study of algae).

Ryan Buyssens

Associate Professor of Digital Media and Art

Ryan Buyssens is a digital media artist and inventor whose work explores ideas of logic, progress, and interactivity through emerging technologies. Using tools ranging from microcontrollers to 3D fabrication, he creates immersive experiences that invite audience participation.

Hsiang “Robert” Chang, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Hsiang Chang is a mathematician whose research lies at the intersection of microlocal analysis, complex analysis, and probability theory. He is particularly interested in mathematical problems arising from quantum mechanics, such as quantum chaos and spectral asymptotics.

David Edwards, Ph.D.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Religion

David Edwards is a scholar of ancient Mediterranean religions whose research focuses on early Judaism at the intersection of the Greco-Roman and early Christian worlds. His work examines how ancient texts are written, transmitted, and interpreted across cultures.

David Ellis, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Political Science

Dr. Ellis joins New College as an Associate Professor of Political Science (untenured, credit toward tenure). As president of Ellis Analytics, Inc., Ellis has displayed exemplary acumen in public and private sector governance.

Douglas Estes, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Religion

Douglas Estes is a scholar of religion specializing in the New Testament, language, and interpretation, with research spanning Greek linguistics, rhetoric, and narrative. His work also explores contemporary questions, including the role of AI in biblical studies.

David Harvey

Dean, Center for the Study of Western Civilization

David Allen Harvey is a historian of French cultural history whose work examines the complexities of Enlightenment thought and colonial power. He is the author of multiple books, including Tropical Despotisms, an award-winning study of reform in the French Caribbean.

Meng Che “Turbo” Ho, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Meng Che Ho is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics specializing in algebra, logic, and the intersection of the two fields. He joins New College from California State University, Northridge, having previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Purdue University.

Tarron Khemraj, Ph.D.

Professor of Economics and International Studies

Dr. Khemraj is a monetary macroeconomist and political economist. He regularly teaches courses that are related to his research, thereby allowing for readings, discussions and analyses at a level beyond a single textbook.

Samantha Levell, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Marine Biology

Dr. Samantha Levell is an Assistant Professor of Marine Biology specializing in reproductive strategies and coastal biodiversity in fish populations.. At New College, she leads immersive field and laboratory courses in fish and estuarine biology while mentoring undergraduate researchers.

George Maxman

Music Instructor

George Maxman is a distinguished violinist, conductor, composer, and educator whose career spans multiple continents.

P. Jewel Morrison

Assistant Professor of Psychology

P.J. Morrison is an industrial-organizational psychologist whose research focuses on employee well-being, leadership, and workplace culture. Her work combines academic research with applied experience in organizational development and consulting.

Jose Soto-Shoender, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Biology and Ecology

Dr. Jose R. Soto-Shoender is an Assistant Professor of Biology and Ecology whose research focuses on the intersection of wildlife ecology, conservation, and development. His applied research informs conservation management efforts, primarily involving terrestrial mammals such as jaguars and pumas.

Nathaniel Stahl, Ph.D.

Dr. Nathaniel Stahl specializes in mathematics education with a focus on enrichment content, student engagement, and conceptual understanding. Formerly the Chief of Education at the National Museum of Mathematics (MoMath), his work explores diverse pedagogical approaches to deep mathematical topics.

Avni Vyas, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Creative Writing, Poetry

Dr. Avni Vyas is a poet and writing instructor whose teaching spans Writing Studies and Creative Writing.

Toby Wade, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Data Science and Statistics

Dr. Toby Wade is an investment, AI, and machine learning expert with over 20 years of experience across equities, cryptocurrencies, futures, and currencies.

Casey Wheatland, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor of Political Science

Dr. Wheatland frequently teaches courses in American politics and political theory. His research and teaching interests include classical and early modern political thought, American political thought and institutions, the American Founding and its reception, national security, and the relationship between war and politics.

Leymis Wilmott

Dance Instructor and Artist in Residence

Leymis Bolaños Wilmott is a choreographer, educator, and Artistic Director of Sarasota Contemporary Dance whose work explores movement as a form of expression and healing. Her practice blends performance, collaboration, and community engagement across national and international stages.

Abigail Worgul, Ph.D.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Classics

Abigail Worgul is a Visiting Assistant Professor at New College of Florida teaching Elementary Latin and the Odyssey Humanities Core course this semester.

Sherry Yu, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Economics and Finance

Dr. Sherry Yu is an applied macroeconomist specializing in monetary economics and the Chinese economy. She is currently an Associate Professor of Economics and Finance at New College of Florida.