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	Sarah Adams E-Learning B.F.A., Brenau University; B.F.A., M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Robert Allen Savannah, E-Learning B.S., Auburn University; J.D., M.L.T., University of Alabama.
	Fathi Bakkoush Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Ohio Dominican College; M.F.A., East Tennessee State University. Fathi Bakkoush has been teaching at SCAD since 1990 and serves as the graduate student adviser in the graphic design department. In addition, he is a creative consultant for Akacia Design in Taiwan and ElDib Enterprise in Egypt. He also has worked as an art director for Roberts Motors, the company that built kit cars for "Miami Vice," "SpeedZone" and the "Delta Force" movies. Bakkoush has conducted presentations on five continents and continues to represent SCAD and his students' work in international venues. He has served as a judge for the Pensacola, Fla., Addys in 2007; the Association of Free Community Papers in Denver, 2005-07; and the SCAD annual Sidewalk Arts Festival since 2000. He also has been a reviewer for the AIGA-JAX Portfolio Review Committee in Jacksonville, Fla., since 1994, and is on the graphic design scholarship committee at SCAD. Exhibitions (Art directed, coordinated and exhibited graphic design student poster projects at the following): "Change The World," Design College Expo 2006, CoEx Center, Seoul, Korea, "The X-Factor," Young Designers Expo 2006, World Trade Center, Taipei, Taiwan "The Age of Design," Design College Expo 2005, CoEx Center, Seoul, Korea "S.C.A.D.," Young Designers Expo 2005, World Trade Center, Taipei, Taiwan Presentations and Lectures: Seoul International School, Seoul, Korea, 2006 Fachhochschule Wuerzburg-Scheinfurt, Wurzburg, Germany, 2006 Sabanci University, Istanbul, Turkey, 2005 Design College Expo 2005, CoEx Center, Seoul, Korea, 2005 Linden University College Fair, Guatemala, City, Guatemala, 2005 Hannam University, Daejoen, Korea, 2004 Eternal-Life Christ College, Taipei, Taiwan (ROC), 2004 Toulouse Lautrec Institute of Communication and Design, Lima, Peru, 1997 Universidad Católica del Perú, Lima, Peru, 1997 Cairo American College, Cairo, Egypt, 1994 Awards: Who's Who Among America's Teachers 1998, 2000, 2004-06 Memberships: American Institute of Graphic Arts AIGA-SCAD founder and adviser Courses: Graphic Design Portfolio Graphic Design M.A. Final Project Print Studio I and II Typography I
	Susan Billimek E-Learning B.S., Our Lady of the Lake University; M.S., Oklahoma State University.
	Kristie Bruzenak Savannah, E-Learning B.S., M.Ed., Kutztown University of Pennsylvania; M.F.A., Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. Kristie Bruzenak began her career in art education by serving as a board member for the Pennsylvania Art Education Association. She studied classical drawing and design at the Barnstone Studios for seven years before earning her Master of Fine Arts degree. Bruzenak taught drawing and design at Kutztown University and spent five years in the art and architecture department at Lehigh University, where she also served as a design education consultant for the mechanical engineering department. In the foundation studies department at SCAD, she initiated a course, Drawing for Design, that has become a requirement for several majors. She has exhibited her work regionally and nationally. Presentations/Lectures: "Drawing for Design, Shifting the Focus of Drawing Instruction," Foundations in Art Theory and Education, National Conference, 2006. "Linear Structures and the Aesthetics of Design," Lehigh University Department of Engineering, Bethlehem, Penn., 1997. "The Golden Section Rectangles and Proportional Systems of Design, "Lehigh University Department of Engineering, Bethlehem, Penn., 1997. "Pealing Away the Surface -- Revelations That Impact Content," Sixth Biennial Conference in Art Theory and Education, 1997. Exhibitions: "Things to Think On," Merrick Gallery, New Brighton, Penn., 1997 "The Fifth International Group Show," The Museum of Fine Arts, Austin, Texas, 1996 "National Spring Open Juried Exhibition," Wayne Art Center, Wayne, Penn, 1996 "National Christian Fine Arts Exhibit," Farmington, N.M., 1996 "Seeking the Hidden," Queens College, Cambridge, England; BiolaUniversity, La Mirada, Calif.; Gallery 54, Sacramento, Calif., 1994-95 Memberships: Foundations in Art, Theory and Education Christians in the Visual Arts Classes: Drawing for Design 2-D Design (although through SCAD e-Learning) Color Theory Drawing II
	Lei Cai E-Learning B.S., Hefei United University; M.S., Chinese Academy of Science; M.F.A., University of Oklahoma.
	Aram Cookson Savannah, E-Learning B.F.A., Boston University; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Liz Darlington Savannah, E-Learning B.D., Victoria University of Wellington; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Gauri Deshpande Atlanta, E-Learning B.F.A., Sir. J.J. Institute of Applied Art; M.F.A., Massachusetts College of Art.
	Joseph DiGioia Savannah, E-Learning B.F.A., Manhattanville College; M.F.A., Rochester Institute of Technology. Joseph DiGioia came to Savannah after more than 20 years of working as a practicing design professional for noted Fortune 500 companies including GE, United Technologies, and Proctor & Gamble. In the classroom, he urges his students to develop the same strong creative design, communication and managerial skills that have guided him throughout his career. He describes himself as an enthusiastic, self-motivated, big-picture and detail-driven thinker, whose skills are bolstered by a strong academic foundation. Throughout his academic and professional career, DiGioia has excelled at working both individually and as part of a team to develop innovative and effective design solutions. Guest Lectures: "The Grid," Georgia Southern University "The State of Typography Today," AIGA, Rochester Chapter Memberships: American Institute of Graphic Arts Type Directors Club Courses: Graphic Design Studio I and II Typography II Portfolio Design Print Studio I and II Typography Studio I Design Methodologies (via SCAD e-Learning) Graphic Design M.F.A. Thesis
	Carla Diana Savannah, E-Learning B.E., Cooper Union School of Engineering; M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art.
	Jonathan Field Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Ph.D., Lancaster University. Jonathan Field, Ph.D., is an experienced lecturer and artist with extensive knowledge in coordinating a range of art education programs. He is committed to an interdisciplinary model of art education and has established a strong exhibiting portfolio. His area of expertise is the 20th century, particularly the post-War period, with a focus on the relationship between postmodern American literature and visual representation. Since 1999, Field has taught art history at SCAD. Visit his Web site for more information about Field’s academic and practical interests. Recent (2006) Exhibitions and Publications: "Sisyphus," Saltworks Gallery, Atlanta; Forum Gallery, Cranbrook Academy of Art; and the Sarai Media Lab, New Delhi, India. Also broadcast as part of "Indie Show Case," hosted by Cox Communication, Georgia. SECAC/MACAA Exhibition (juried), Parthenon Gallery, Nashville, Tenn. "Shimmer," Transcultural Exchange, Boston. "Horizons," Red Gallery, Savannah. "Monster," STARCCA Gallery, Savannah. "60 Seconds of Play," Saltworks Gallery, Atlanta, and Forum Gallery, Cranbrook Academy of Art. Awards: 2006: Inclusion in Marquis Who's Who as educator of note 2003: SCAD Presidential Award Classes taught at SCAD: Contemporary Art Art Criticism Survey of Western Art I and II 20th-century Art Art Since 1945 French Modernism New York: Art Capitol of the World Art in Australia
	Jason Fox Savannah, E-Learning B.F.A., M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	SuAnne Fu Savannah, E-Learning B.F.A., M.S., Cornell University.
	Kannex Fung Atlanta, E-Learning Diploma, Sha Tin Technical Institute; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Antoniette Galotola E-Learning B.A., Brooklyn College; M.A., Queens College; Ph.D., The City University of New York
	Andres Gaviria Savannah, E-Learning B.Arch., Pontificia Universidad Javeriana; M.Sc.A., University of Montreal.
	James Gladman E-Learning B.F.A., Minneapolis College of Art and Design; M.F.A., San Francisco Art Institute.
	Merrick Henry Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Kansas Wesleyan University; M.F.A., Kansas State University. Merrick Henry joined the SCAD graphic design faculty in Fall 2004. His academic interests include typography, digital page layout, Web design and corporate identity. He has served as a production assistant with Arliss Studios in Burbank, Calif., where his responsibilities included art direction and other on-site duties, and in 2001, he was hired as public coordinator/creative designer for Middle Georgia College in Cochran, Ga. In 2003-04, Henry was part of the team that designed and developed the Mesa National Verde Park Services Web site. Born in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Henry has traveled with several nonprofit organizations, including the Amaranth Foundation and the People to People Sports Ambassador Program, to Spain, Peru, Australia and New Zealand. He also has accompanied SCAD graphic design students to workshops and lectures at SCAD-Lacoste and in Spain, France, Denmark and Sweden. Awards: Winegardner Award For Excellence and Effort, Kansas State University, Department of Art Memberships: American Institute of Graphic Arts College Art Association Courses: Typography I and II Typography Studio I Print Studio I Corporate Design Digital Page Design Graphic Design M.F.A. Thesis
	Alessandro Imperato Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Cheltenham and Gloucester College of Higher Education; M.A., University of Leeds; Ph.D., Keele University.
	Amie Jacobsen E-Learning B.A., Western State College; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Gregory Johnson Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Louisiana State University, Shreveport; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Josephine Leong Savannah, E-Learning M.S., University of Essex. Josephine Leong is chair of interactive design and game development at SCAD. She holds a Master of Science degree in intelligent knowledge-based systems from the University of Essex in the United Kingdom. A native of Singapore, she moved to the United States in 2001. Leong has more than 15 years of experience in the industry. She has taught at institutes of higher education in Singapore, Australia and the U.S. Over the years she has managed a multimedia start-up, as well as consulting and managing projects for numerous companies and government statutory boards in Singapore and Japan. Her areas of expertise include computer programming, systems design, local area networking, artificial intelligence, smart-card applications, electronic publishing, Internet and multimedia technologies, and interactive entertainment. Memberships: IEEE Computer Society Association of Computing Machinery Classes: Programming Interactivity for the Web Databases and Dynamic Web Site Programming Interactive Design and Game Development Studio I and II Interactive Design and Game Development M.F.A. Thesis
	Maria Malagon E-Learning Dip. - Pontificia Universidad Javeriana; MA work - Universidad Externado de Colombia; MA work - Universidad Nacional de Colombia; Ph.D., University of Texas - Austin
	Sharon McKenna Gundrum E-Learning B.F.A., School of Visual Arts; M.F.A., Rochester Institute of Technology. An illustrator since she could hold a pencil, Sharon McKenna recently had her first book, "Good Morning Sunshine, A Grandpa Story," published by Red Cygnet Press. Her many freelance jobs have included editorial and textbook illustration and design, as well as Web design. In addition, she has worked as an art director in the advertising industry. She began her teaching career at SCAD in the classroom and now has migrated to SCAD e-Learning. Publications: "Good Morning Sunshine, A Grandpa Story," Red Cygnet Press Memberships: Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators Courses: 2-D Design Introduction to Graphic Design Vector Graphics for Designers History of Graphic Design
	Andrea Messina E-Learning B.S., University of Florida; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	Jorge Montero Savannah, E-Learning B.B.A., Universidad Rafael Urdaneta; M.A., M.F.A., University of Iowa. Jorge Montero is an experienced graphic designer, illustrator, visual artist and educator who has worked for advertising agencies, publications, publishers and newspapers in Venezuela and the United States. He earned Master of Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the University of Iowa, and has served as a guest professor in numerous countries, including Cuba, the Czech Republic, El Salvador, Germany, South Africa, the U.S. and Venezuela. His editorial cartoons have appeared in Venezuela and the U.S., and he has exhibited work in both countries, as well as in Germany. Memberships: International Council of Graphic Design Associations Courses: Graphic Design Studio I and II Design Methodologies Alternative Design Approaches Introduction to Graphic Design Typography I The Role of Graphic Design in Social Awareness Photoshop for Designers Poster Design
	Brian Robinson Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Emory University; M.H.P., University of Georgia.
	Jennifer Salzburg E-Learning B.F.A., Rochester Institute of Technology; M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design.
	K. Michelle Scott Atlanta, E-Learning B.A., Florida Atlantic University; M.A., Monclair State University; Ph.D., Nova Southeastern University. K. Michelle Scott, Ph.D., is a professor of speech and public speaking at SCAD-Atlanta and for SCAD e-Learning. Her academic credentials include a Ph.D. in conflict analysis and resolution, a Master of Arts in speech communication and a Bachelor of Arts in communication arts. Scott has more than 17 years of experience as an academician, consultant, trainer and facilitator. She has received recognition, publications and awards for her academic work in conflict resolution and communication studies. Memberships (past and present): Editorial Outreach Committee, HBCU faculty development consortium Women and Language Journal editorial board Lambda Pi Eta Honor Society, Clark Atlanta University, board of directors National Communication Association Association for Conflict Resolution Atlanta Chamber of Commerce International Association of Business Communicators Delta Sigma Theta Sorority American Forensics Association National Urban League Inc. Black Executive Exchange Program NAACP Georgia Perimeter College Speaker's Bureau Georgia Association of Jungian Analysts Classes: Speech and Public Speaking
	John Sharp Atlanta, E-Learning A.B., University of Georgia; M.A., Ph.D., Indiana University. John Sharp is an interaction designer, information architect, graphic designer and art historian. He has been involved in art and design for 19 years in a variety of media: game design, interaction design, graphic design, printmaking, and radio and club DJing. The threads connecting his interests are a love of creating participatory experiences, an understanding of the importance of graphic design in modern media, and a fascination with the creation and consumption of media experiences. Sharp's recent work includes the Dia Art Foundation online bookstore, Matthew Barney's inventory system and the New Victory Theater Web site. Previous clients include the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, Electronic Arts Intermix, Microsoft, PBS Kids!, Scholastic New Media, Starwood Hotels and the Sundance Channel. Awards: 18th World Wide Video Festival Art Directors Club Annual ID Magazine Interactive Review iFilm Award Step 100 Webby Award Classes: Undergraduate: Survey of Western Art I Italian Renaissance Art Introduction to Interactive Design and Game Development Digital Design Aesthetics Survey of Electronic Entertainment Survey of Interactive Entertainment Interactive Design Interactive Web Design Game Design Criticism and Analysis Interactive Design and Game Development Studio I and II Graduate: Interactive Design and Media Application Interactive Web Design Human-centered Interactive Design Interactive Design and Game Development Studio I and II
	Anne Swartz Savannah, E-Learning B.A., University of the South; M.A., Vanderbilt University; Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University. Anne Swartz holds degrees from the University of the South, Vanderbilt University and Case Western Reserve University. She regularly writes about contemporary art and artists. Publications: NY Arts Magazine The Cleveland Museum of Art Bulletin The Detroit Institute of Art Bulletin Woman's Art Journal symploke Critical Matrix: The Princeton Journal of Women, Gender, and Culture "History of New Media: From John Cage to Now" (Prentice Hall) Presentations/Lectures: College Art Association Barron Art Center, Woodbridge, N.J. Southeastern College Art Conference, Jacksonville, Fla. Pollock-Krasner House Round Table Lecture Series, East Hampton, Long Island, N.Y. Museum of Contemporary Art, Tokyo, Japan Exhibitions Curator, "Pattern and Decoration: An Ideal Vision in American Art," Hudson River Museum, Yonkers, N.Y., 2007-08 Awards: Fulbright Senior Specialists Roster Visiting Fulbright Lecturer, Tokyo, Japan SCAD Presidential Fellowship for Faculty Development Memberships: College Art Association Southeastern College Art Association Classes: Survey of Western Art I and II 20th-century Art Contemporary Art Art Criticism History of New Media Women in Art Special Topics: Art of the 1970s Installation and Environmental Art
	Ming Tang Savannah, E-Learning B.Arch., M.Arch., Tsinghua University; M.A., Michigan State University.
	John Valentine Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Mercer University; M.A., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University.
	Peili Wang Savannah, E-Learning A.F.A., Sichuan Fine Arts Institute; B.F.A., M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design. Born in Sichuan, China, Peili Wang became interested in the arts as a child. A 1994 graduate of the Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, he pursued a career in interior design and construction-site management. Although this experience provided a strong foundation in occupational knowledge, he felt his artistic qualifications needed further broadening, so he moved to Savannah to study at SCAD. "As a professor, I enjoy sharing my enthusiasm for space, color, form and light, and experimenting with ways in which different media enhance architectural perspective," he said.
	Weihua Zhang Savannah, E-Learning B.A., Northeast Normal University; M.A., Nankai University; D.A., State University of New York at Albany.