Meet our Faculty & Staff
From cultural diversity and social justice in the classroom and adolescent development, to special education and classroom technology integration, the Department of Education at Elizabethtown faculty are a group of teacher-scholars deeply invested in teaching classroom innovation. Though their areas of academic specialty and concentration may vary, their commitment to educating students in social justice and specialized, innovative curriculum does not.
Our faculty believe in the value of continuing education, mentorship in teaching, and striving for academic excellence. Read more about our faculty below:
Professor Wendy Bellew
Education Program Chair
Assistant Teaching Professor in Education
bellew@etown.edu | 717-361-1248
- 2002 M.Ed., Millersville University
- 1995 B.S., Education, Elizabethtown College
Teaches literacy methods for Early Childhood, Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in the Classroom, Creative Expression for Early Childhood, and First Year Seminar.
In Brief: Professor Bellew joins the College as a Lecturer in Education, teaching primarily early childhood courses. Prior to joining the Education Department at Elizabethtown College, she worked as a teacher and school counselor in southcentral Pennsylvania.
Dr. Kathryn Caprino
Associate Professor of Education, PK-12 New Literacies
caprinok@etown.edu | 717-361-1127
- 2015 Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- 2010 M.A., Old Dominion University
- 2005 M.A., College of William and Mary
- 2004 B.A., University of Virginia
Currently teaches early childhood literacy, literacy assessment, and literacy methods courses.
Research Areas: Technology integration in the literacy classroom, children's and young adult literature, literacy teacher education, adolescent literacy, and the teaching of writing.
In Brief: Dr. Caprino is an Associate Professor of PK-12 New Literacies in the Education Department and the Director of the Teaching & Learning Design Studio. She is a trained reading specialist and instructional coach.
Dr. Peter R. Licona
Associate Professor of PK-12 STEM Education
liconap@etown.edu | 717-361-1297
- 2015 Ph.D., The Pennsylvania State University
- 1998 M.S., Biology, Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania
- 1993 B.S., Secondary Education, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Teaches Science Methods, Mathematics Methods, Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in the Classroom, and Integrated Technology.
Research Areas: Science Curriculum and Pedagogy, STEM Education, English Learners, and Bilingualism.
In Brief: Dr. Licona’s research focuses on STEM education for students from diverse backgrounds, particularly bilingual students.
Dr. Shannon Haley-Mize
Associate Professor of Education
Director of Global Understanding and Peacebuilding
mizes@etown.edu | 717-361-3702
- 2011 Ph.D., University of Southern Mississippi
- 2001 M.S., Early Intervention, University of Southern Mississippi
- 1997 B.S., Psychology, University of Southern Mississippi
Teaches Special Education block; methods of teaching and assessment in special and inclusive education.
Research Areas: Special education (area of emphasis EBD), technology integration, emotional behavior disorders.
In Brief: Dr. Haley-Mize has experience in psychiatric treatment settings, grant administration, and service-learning. Her research interests include technology integration in P-16 education, social justice, and teacher education.
Wendy K. Martin
Science Education Outreach Director
martinw@etown.edu | 717-361-1305
- 2012 M.S., Lebanon Valley College
- 1993 B.S., Education, Millersville University
Responsibilities include directing Science in Motion, ASSET Teacher Development, and community science programs.
In Brief: Wendy Martin's outreach focuses on PA agriculture and hands-on science education for teachers. She enjoys gardening and spending time with her family.
Dr. Kevin Peters
Assistant Teaching Professor in Education
petersk@etown.edu | 717-361-1296
- 2015 Ed.D., Temple University
- 2004 M.S., McDaniel College
- 1999 B.S., York College of PA
Teaches special education, educational foundations, and assessment courses.
Research interests include ethical paradigms and trauma's effects on educators.
Dr. Peters has presented his research at various conferences and served on state committees focused on education and school safety.
Dr. Cathy Cieslinski
Adjunct Teaching Professor in Education
cieslinskic@etown.edu | 717-361-1210
- 2007 Ed.D, Temple University
- 1990 M.Ed, Millersville University
- 1985 B.S., Special Education, West Chester University
Teaches Learning Environment and Social Interaction in Inclusive Settings and Foundations of Inclusive Education.
In Brief: As a semi-retired educator and coach, Dr. Cieslinski is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equity as well as preparing and nurturing our pre-service teachers.
Regina Gliot
Administrative Assistant
gliotr@etown.edu | 717-361-1210
Lena Poff
Director of Field Experiences
poffl@etown.edu | 717-361-1225
- 2001 M.A., Notre Dame of Maryland University
- 1996 B.S., Elementary Education, Elizabethtown College
Prior experience includes roles as a teacher, recruitment manager, and director of instruction.
