Academics: School of Arts & Sciences

School of Business - Faculty

Andrea E. Eason Andrea E. Eason
Distinguished Professor of Information Systems
Dean of the School of Business

"Chowan provides the kind of learning environment for students who would not feel comfortable in a system with thousands of students. We seek students who desire to reach a new level of academic success as they move into a college setting. Our students will find they can develop a close interaction with faculty and achieve academic excellence in a personalized, responsive environment."

Education:
Andrea Eason received her Associates Degree from Independence Community College. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Education from Pittsburg State University in Kansas. She earned her Masters of Education in Business Education and her Educational Doctorate in Vocational-Technology Education from Virginia Polytechnic and State University. She did additional graduate study with Memphis State University, University of South Alabama, Old Dominion University, Widener University, University of Tennessee, Central State University, and East Carolina University. Andre Eason came to work at Chowan University in 1969.

Courses Taught:
- Database Design and Management
- Physical Design and Implementation with DBMS
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Decision Support Systems
- Project Management and Practice

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Patsy Taylor

Patsy W. Taylor
Associate Professor of Marketing
Coordinator of the Freshman Seminar Program

2001 & 2006 Aplha Chi Teacher of the Year Awards! 2000 Excellence in Teacher Award!

"I was born and raised just outside of Murfreesboro so Chowan has been a constant in my life for as long as I can remember. I enjoy teaching here and working with such a fine group of faculty, staff and students."

Education:
Patsy W. Taylor received her B.S. degree in Clothing and Textiles Merchandising with a concentration in Business, her Masters of Arts in Education Degree in Business and Marketing Education, and her Certificate of Advanced Study in Marketing Education from East Carolina University. Patsy W. Taylor came to work at Chowan in 1991.

Courses Taught:
- Marketing
- Advertising and Sales Promotion
- Consumer Behavior
- Selling
- Retail Merchandising
- Freshman Seminar

Awards:
Who's Who Among America's Teachers - 2006, 2005, 2002, 2001, 1997, 1996, 1994

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Gladys A. DeJesus

Gladys A. DeJesus
Professor of Economics
Coordinator of Social Sciences

2002 Excellence in Teachning Award!

"After many years and places of professional experience, I can honestly say my thirteen years at Chowan have been the happiest and most productive. Here at Chowan, there is an atmosphere of great expectations and warm camaraderie that makes teaching and learning truly exciting and rewarding."

Education:
Gladys A. DeJesus received her B. A. degree in Economics from National University in the Dominican Republic. She received her M. A. degree and her Ph.D. degree in Economics from The Ohio State University. Gladys A. DeJesus came to work at Chowan in 1993.

Courses Taught:
- Marketing Research
- Managerial Economics
- International Business
- Money and Banking
- International Economics

Awards and Honors:
- Who's Who Among America's Teachers
- Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society
- Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society
- Distinguished Alumna - National University, Dominican Republic
- Fulbright Scholarship

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Jane Knight Jane B. Knight
Associate Professor of Business Administration

"When I visited Chowan for my interview, I sincerely appreciated the warm reception. Now, it is exciting to work with my new colleagues. I am thankful God has brought me here. I have always felt like this is where God wants me to be."

Education:
Jane B. Knight received her B.S. degree in Business and her Master of Science in Business Education from Northwestern State University in Louisiana. She received her M.B.A. degree with a concentration in Management/Management Information Systems from Texas A&M University-Texarkana. She received her Ph.D. in Leadership Studies from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas. Jane B. Knight came to work at Chowan in 2006.

Courses Taught:
- Management
- Small Business Management
- Marketing Management
- Advanced Computer Applications
- Human Resource Management

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S. Aurora N. Riel S. Aurora N. Riel
Associate Professor of Accounting

"Chowan University is the gem of North Carolina. I am glad to have found it after my USA Coast to Coast teaching tour and a short stint at Okinawa for UMUC-Asia. The campus is beautiful, and the people are warm and friendly. I particularly enjoy participating in choral activities, Business Horizon and interdisciplinary activities."

Education:
S. Aurora N. Riel received her B.S. degree in Accounting from St. Paul College of Manila. She received her Masters of Science degree in Accounting from University of Massachusetts at Amherst. She attended the International Teachers Program at Harvard University Graduate School of Business Administration. She did additional graduate study at New York University. She is a Certified Public Accountant in the Philippines and in the State of New York. S. Aurora N. Riel came to work at Chowan in 2005.

Courses Taught:
- Auditing
- Advanced Accounting
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Principles of Managerial Accounting

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Thomas I. Eisenmenger Thomas I. Eisenmenger
Instructor in Information Systems

“I have been called to challenge students to set their own goals high, to “think big”, and ultimately to achieve great things with their lives. For me, Chowan University has been an excellent place to pursue this calling. Sometimes my students ask, “Is this an Information Systems or Philosophy class?”, because I always strive to expand their intellectual vision and I don’t mind stepping out of the usual bounds of an IS class to do it. After all, building a strong worldview is critical for your future success.”

Education:
Thomas I. Eisenmenger received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics from UNC-Chapel Hill. He received his Masters of Business Administration in Marketing from UNC-Greensboro. He also did additional graduate study work towards a Masters of Science degree in Computer Science from East Carolina University. Thomas I. Eisenmenger came to work at Chowan in 2000.

Courses Taught:
- Computer Hardware and System Software
- Introduction to Programming
- Business Information Systems
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Networking Technology
- Project Management

Awards, Honors and Publications:
- Author, “Superlicks” guitar education software, AOL Shareware of the Month (February 1996)
- Libertarian candidate for NC Senate, 2002
- Libertarian candidate for US House of Representatives, July 2004 Special Election
- Professional Member, Association of Computing Machinery
- CompTIA Certified A+ PC Technician
- CompTIA-Certified Network+ Professional

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Shannon Williams Shannon Williams
Instructor in Accounting and Business

“For me, Chowan is a perfect fit. Teaching involves not just knowing the material, but knowing the students you teach. Chowan’s small classes give me the opportunity to get to know the students and develop a relationship that will hopefully help them reach their full potential in and out of the classroom.”

Education:
Shannon Williams earned her Bachelors of Business Administration Degree with a concentration in Accounting and her Masters of Business Administration Degree from Campbell University. Shannon Williams came to work with Chowan University in 2007.

Courses Taught:
- Principles of Financial Accounting
- Introduction to Finance
- Business Communications
- Basic Computer Applications


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