Meet the dedicated faculty at Cecil College who bring real-world experience and academic excellence to the classroom. Learn how our instructors support student success through personalized teaching and mentorship.
Cecil College faculty bring the classroom to life and life to the classroom. Students benefit from relationships with instructors who know them well and provide hands-on opportunities that enrich the learning experience.
Award Winners 2025–2026
Dr. Barb Fronczkowski – Teaching
Dr. Barb Fronczkowski has been a dedicated adjunct member of the Human Sciences faculty team since her hire in 2021. Barb has championed ECA and dual enrolment during her time here at Cecil. “Barb’s passion for teaching and her excitement in the classroom are contagious”. Her concern for her students’ development and success in the high schools has created a strong positive bond wherever she teaches. Her classes include creative assignments that are scaffolded to teach critical thinking skills that every student needs for their future success. Beyond teaching, Barb recognized the need for and was instrumental in developing Biological Psychology course students to allow students additional credits for transfer and expanded opportunities in the discipline of Psychology for Cecil students.
Kayla Ross – Service
Kayla primarily serves as the science and engineering lab coordinator, arranging labs, lab equipment and supplies across campus. Kayla is also responsible for recruiting, training and scheduling tutors and lab assistants for the sciences. As an adjunct faculty, she is a popular instructor for Biology, Microbiology, and Zoology courses. Kayla is OSHA trained and works with individuals across the campus, to prevent safety issues that could arise on campus. Kayla is an avid advocate for the sciences, representing Cecil College and the disciplines of science across campus and the region: such as Earth Day, student orientations, and MD STEM festival. Kayla also serves as a mentor for the Biology club and organizes the STEM poster events that occur at the end of each semester, which has grown to over 150 students who presented posters this past spring.
Dr. Scott Walton – Innovation
Dr. Scott Walton’s commitment to student success, innovation in education and engagement with emerging workforce trends has made a significant impact on both the college community and the broader academic profession. Scott has presented his teaching innovations regionally and nationally. For example, in October of 2025, Scott represented Cecil College at the MDLA Fall Conference hosted by CCBC Catonsville. His presentation, “Adapting to Generation Z: Enhancing Classroom Engagement and Developing Transferable Skills for the Workplace,” addressed innovative strategies for engaging modern learners while aligning educational experiences with the needs of today’s workforce. Through engaging, student-centered approaches, Dr. Walton emphasizes practical application, workforce readiness, and the development of transferable skills that prepare students for success in rapidly evolving professional environments.
Heather Cadogan – Research/Discovery
A member of the Biology faculty, Heather completed a BCEENET (Biological Collections Ecology & Evolution Network) CURE Implementer Fellowship, which included a four-day training session, plus additional workshops prior to implementation of the CURE, followed by feedback and engagement with the BCEENET community after CURE implementation. BCEENET is funded from grants provided by the National Science Foundation. Heather then developed and implemented an authentic Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experience (CURE) entitled “Exploring Melanized Wing Patterns of Pieridae Butterflies”. This project integrates disciplinary research with innovative teaching practices, providing community college students with meaningful opportunities to engage in the scientific process while contributing to the understanding of biological variation and, more specifically, sexual dimorphism.
Award Winners 2024–2025
Meredith Dillenger – Teaching
Meredith Dillenger, Assistant Professor in Biology, has single-handedly resurrected the Horticulture Certificate Program. She has completely revised the syllabi for the botany and soils classes, including the development of new lab activities enhancing hands-on learning. She is committed to student success and their growth in the field. She often invites speakers to her classes and organizes field trips providing opportunities for students to engage with professionals and learn about careers in these areas. Assistant Professor Dillenger’s enthusiasm for plants and the environment keeps students engaged in horticulture.
Dr. Roxanne Rash – Service
Dr. Roxanne Rash, Professor of Nursing, is a passionate supporter of Cecil College and the College’s Nursing program. She has represented the College by serving as an author on MSCHE steering committees, a member on various assessment committees and chairing the Nursing systematic plan of evaluation (SPE) committee. Professor Rash led the innovative work creating virtual document rooms for several accreditation site visits. Her work has been pivotal related to the successful nursing program re-accreditation, and the documentation of nursing program data. Professor Rash often serves as a resource for other health care disciplines working on their accreditation. Her work extends far beyond the College, providing community outreach opportunities for our nursing program students and working tirelessly to maintain positive relations with current community groups.
Christopher Scott Gaspare – Innovation
Christopher Scott Gaspare, Associate Professor of English, is an outstanding example of a faculty member who is willing to address and embrace new challenges and opportunities to provide students with the tools to succeed at Cecil College and in future endeavors. The increased use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in all disciplines, but particularly in subjects such as English and technical writing, compels faculty to address the presence of AI from the perspective of how to prevent inappropriate or unethical use, as well how students how can harness the power of and constructively use AI. Associate Professor Gaspare has done just that. He has researched AI use extensively, not only in his area, but in teaching and writing in general and co-leads the faculty AI committee. Associate Professor Gaspare consistently shares his knowledge related to different forms and uses of AI and is always willing to work with faculty from all disciplines regarding successfully incorporating AI into their curricula.
Dr. Kelsey Bianca – Research/Discovery
Dr. Kelsey Bianca, Professor of Social Science, recently completed her doctorate degree from the University of Delaware, where she conducted two large research projects. These led to several publications and professional presentations. She continues to pursue her passion for research by attending conferences and applying for further grant support. Dr. Bianca brings her enthusiasm, experiences, and support of scientific research into the classroom, positively enriching her students’ educational experience.
Award Winners 2023–2024
Allan Drach – Teaching
Allan Drach, Associate Professor of Mathematics, has worked extensively on Math 127 - Statistics. This course is the math department's most popular and critical for many majors. Although taught by multiple faculty in the department, Allan took on the task of converting the course to Canvas, a task complicated by converting numerous videos, replacing materials that were 10 years old, and generally manipulating the symbolic work math people use. Colleagues describe this task as herculean. Recognizing that the flipped class format was inappropriate for some of our students, Allan created an un-flipped version of the course using a free open-source platform, MyOpenMath. The students greatly appreciated this, as evidenced by the overwhelming support for student evaluations. Allen's student reviews and faculty comments always cite his caring and supportive attitude and his sense of humor.
Susan Bernadzikowski – Service
Susan Bernadzikowski, Professor of English, has played an active role in supporting and representing faculty and students. Susan's concerns for student success are reflected in her role in developing a first-year experience program that eventually became Cecil's HUM 101 course. Susan often volunteers to take on extra committee work, such as developing Cecil's Indigenous Land Acknowledgement or working with Student Affairs on an Ad Hoc group to support Mental Health initiatives. Susan continues to be very active in the Inclusivity Collaborative efforts, including recruiting speakers for faculty and student enrichment. Many faculty also cite her willingness to serve as a sounding board and her support and guidance, which often goes beyond the traditional work hours. As one recommendation cited, "Susan's ability to provide this level of mentorship has allowed many, including myself, to be significantly better professors, chairs, and citizens in our work at Cecil."
Mark Donohue – Innovation
Associate Professor of Art Mark Donohue believes in taking his art students out to meet the real world. Annually, he works with various areas across the college to arrange college-wide field trips to major museums, often to Washington DC or New York City, as well as an Art course that involves weekly trips to art exhibits. Mark spends countless hours providing guidance and feedback regarding the mechanics of art and the financial and business aspects of being an artist. Mark provides his students with a 'real world' experience. Mark spends endless hours creating workshops and organizing events and exhibits that engage the college and wider community in art, providing additional avenues for his students to interact with art and the art community. In the words of his colleagues in the fine arts faculty, "Professor Donohue's innovative teaching methods have transformed the learning experience. He integrates technology and interdisciplinary approaches, encouraging students to explore new mediums and techniques. His commitment to staying current with industry trends ensures that his students are well-prepared for careers in the arts."