Lomacast: A Point Loma Nazarene University Podcast

#32 – Dr. Tim Hall

Dr. Tim Hall has served PLNU since 1996. As one who integrates Academics and Personal Development with students, he brings knowledge and experience to the departments he serves by teaching multiple Psychology of Personal Development courses each semester, a Leadership class for the Exercise Science Profession students, and a PE Activities class in Beginning Soccer. Combined with teaching, Hall spent 21 years as the head coach of the Men’s and Women’s teams for different periods of time. He led his soccer teams on 9 different international trips (Africa-5, Brazil-3, and Dominican Republic-1) during his 21 years of coaching, winning multiple Conference Championships and most importantly coaching multiple Scholar Athletes. He retired from coaching in 2017 and moved into the classroom fulltime, where he was then appointed by the President to serve as the campus NCAA Faculty Athletic Representative.
 
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/tim-hall-edd

#31 – Dr. Lori Kall

Dr. Lori Kall serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Education. She is an educational enthusiast with over 25 years teaching experience from Kindergarten to high school and masters level education. Experienced in curriculum planning, writing, speaking, training, media and technology, data driven instruction, second language learners and masters level thesis research and degree preparation
 
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/lori-kall-phd
 

#30 – Dr. Jennifer Kritsch

Dr. Jenn Kritsch serves as the Associate Dean of Instructional Innovation, Partnerships, and Communication at Point Loma Nazarene University’s School of Education. In this role, she leads initiatives that strengthen district partnerships, foster innovative teaching practices, and expand opportunities for educator preparation and alumni engagement. With a background in special education, teacher leadership, and program development, Jenn is passionate about building communities of practice that reflect both academic excellence and radical hospitality.
 
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/jennifer-jenn-kritsch-phd

#29 – Dr. Joel Sagawa

Dr. Joel Sagawa is a Professor of Psychology and a licensed clinical psychologist (PSY 23683) who began at PLNU in 2016. He received his doctorate in clinical psychology and master’s degree in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary. Prior to joining PLNU, Dr. Sagawa worked in college mental health for nearly 10 years, proving psychological services at Azusa Pacific University and the University of Southern California. Dr. Sagawa’s areas of interest include character formation, Christian spirituality, and integrative psychotherapy.
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/joel-t-sagawa-phd
 

#28 – Professor David Carlson, MFA

David Carlson is a native Southern Californian.  He has an MA in Ceramics from California State University of Fullerton and an MFA in Visual Art from Vermont College of Fine Art.  Currently, Carlson brings his 15 plus years of service in teaching and leadership to the as an Assistant Dean in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Public Engagement. Currently, he teaches Intro to Art, 2D Design, and Advanced Studio Practice.  In addition, he helps curate Keller Gallery, facilitates Open Shop for students and collaboratively co-leads the department’s Study Abroad program.       
Carlson’s artwork is fueled by his research in the field of “Play” and its significance in our culture.  Focusing on the relationships between people and toys, Carlson explores the narratives of his own childhood memories and toys in contrast to complex issues in current culture today. His artwork has exhibited in numerous group exhibits in the Los Angeles and surrounding southern California region.  In addition to solo exhibits, his artwork has been acquired by both the National Museum of Play in Rochester NY, and the MAKK Museum of Art in Vienna Austria.
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/david-carlson-mfa

#27 - Dr. Kim Hogelucht

Associate Dean, Dr. Kimberly Hogelucht, also serves as a professor of business at Point Loma Nazarene University, where she teaches business communication and directs business internships. Her expertise in helping college students develop the business and professional skills needed to secure employment and communicate effectively in the workplace has allowed her to serve a vital role in preparing her students for life beyond college. Kim holds a Ph.D. in Leadership Studies from the University of San Diego, M.A. in Speech Communication from San Diego State University, and B.A. in Speech Communication from Iowa State University. Most recently, she published the 2nd edition of her book entitled, “The Art of Resume Writing, Interviewing, & Networking.” In addition to several publications, she has written and delivered numerous award–winning papers and presentations at the national and international level on topics such as: strategies for engaging students, delivering professional presentations, creating custom resumes, interviewing effectively, and the benefits of informational interviews in the job search process. Kim currently serves on PLNU’s Rank & Tenure Committee and Faculty Council, as well as the assessment committee and strategic planning committee within the Fermanian School of Business. She also enjoys volunteering in the community, where she helps prepare unemployed individuals to enter the workforce. She resides in San Diego, CA, with her husband and three children.
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/kim-hogelucht-phd

#26 - Dr. James Wicks

James Wicks, Professor of Film and Media Studies, grew up in Taiwan and teaches Narrative and Documentary Film, Scriptwriting for TV and Film, and Intro to TV & Film Production in San Diego, California. His Ph.D. in Film Studies (Cultural Studies section), with an emphasis on Chinese Cinema, was received from the Literature program at the University of California, San Diego in 2010. He has taught at PLNU since 2009 and joined the Department of Communication Studies in 2021. He has written two books: Transnational Representations: The State of Taiwan Film in the 1960s and 1970s (HKUP, 2014) and An Annotated Bibliography of Taiwan Film Studies (Columbia UP, April 2016) co-authored with Columbia University librarians Jim Cheng and Sachie Noguchi.

#25 - Professor Nathan Gibbs, MFA

Professor of Media Communication Nathan Gibbs specializes in audiovisual storytelling and media strategy for on-demand, live streaming and broadcast media. Prior to joining PLNU in 2022, he taught multimedia and broadcast news courses as a faculty member in the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at Abilene Christian University in Abilene, Texas. He directed KACU, the city’s NPR station, introduced live ESPN+ streaming, created podcast studios, and ushered in curriculum revisions during his tenure. Prior to his time in Texas, Gibbs worked for nine years at KPBS in San Diego, California. His project management credits include mobile apps, branding and digital strategy, workflow standards for daily news audio and video content, and custom web apps for feature news stories. 
Gibbs grew up in Escondido and now lives in San Diego with his wife, Rosario, and their five children. In his off time, you can find him on and off the trail in the California wilderness. Follow his family’s adventures on Instagram. 
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/nathan-gibbs-mfa

#24 - Dr. Brandon Sawyer

Dr. Sawyer is a Professor of Kinesiology and Biology in addition to serving as the Associate Dean of Operations in the College of Health Sciences. He graduated from PLNU with a B.A. in Athletic Training and became an ATC shortly after graduation. Over the years he spent time practicing as an athletic trainer for the San Diego Chargers, high schools, PLNU, and an arena football team in Fresno, CA. While Dr. Sawyer loved working as an athletic trainer his true passions are studying, teaching, and researching physiology, exercise and disease. Both his masters and doctoral degrees were in exercise physiology. Dr. Sawyer loves teaching a wide variety of anatomy physiology courses across all levels of health science curriculum including lower division A&P, upper division physiology of exercise, advanced exercise physiology for the MS in Kinesiology program and medical physiology for the PA program.
Dr. Sawyer’s spouse Monique Sawyer is also a faculty member and associate dean at PLNU in the school of nursing. They stay busy with their 3 children Soren, Christian, and Eve!
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/brandon-sawyer-phd
https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty-spotlights/brandon-sawyer-phd

#23 - Profesor Guimel Sibingo, MA

Guimel Sibingo is an Angolan-Portuguese journalist and writer. Her academic and professional background spans a range of journalism disciplines, with a particular emphasis on radio and multimedia storytelling.
Sibingo’s work in radio journalism has earned her several prestigious awards, including an Edward R. Murrow award for her contribution to Mizzou at a Crossroads, a long-form audio documentary from NPR-member station KBIA that explored racial tensions at the University of Missouri. She also earned a 1st Place Public Radio News Directors, Inc. (PRNDI) award and a National Headliner Award for the same project.
Guimel’s research interests include critical discourse analysis in journalism, media coverage of global health crises, and the intersection of media and cultural identity.
Born in Angola and raised in Portugal, Guimel’s multicultural experience has influenced her interest in the global dimensions of journalism, particularly the field’s coverage of Africa. She brings a global perspective to her teaching and encourages students to think critically about the role of journalism in a complex, interconnected world.
In addition to her professional work, Guimel is passionate about mentoring students to become thoughtful, ethical, and innovative journalists who engage meaningfully with the world around them.
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https://www.pointloma.edu/faculty/guimel-sibingo-ma