Suzanne Beaumaster, Ph.D.
DescriptionSuzanne Beaumaster is Associate Dean of Public Service and Professor of Public Administration at the University of La Verne in Southern California. Dr. B, Ph.D., a career educator, curriculum developer, and scholar dedicated to enhancing learning experiences. With a passion for education that spans decades, Dr. Beaumaster has made significant contributions to the field through her innovative curriculum designs and impactful teaching methods.
Throughout her career, Dr. Beaumaster has demonstrated a keen ability to develop dynamic and engaging curricula that cater to diverse learning styles and promote academic excellence. Her expertise lies in crafting curriculum frameworks that integrate cutting-edge educational theories with practical application, fostering both critical thinking skills and real-world problem-solving abilities among students.
As a dedicated educator, Dr. Beaumaster has not only developed curriculum but has also excelled in the classroom, inspiring countless students to reach their full potential. Her teaching approach is characterized by its creativity, inclusivity, and emphasis on active learning, creating an environment where students feel motivated and empowered to succeed.
Dr. Beaumaster's commitment to curriculum development and teaching excellence has earned her widespread recognition and accolades within the educational community. Her work continues to shape the future of education, leaving a lasting impact on students and educators alike.
Elaine Ahumada, DPA
Elaine Ahumada (Dr. “E”) is the founding Director of the Doctoral program in Public Administration (DPA) at California Baptist University (CBU) in Riverside. California.
Dr. E’s 20+ years experience in higher education includes program development, online curriculum development, assessment, program marketing, recruitment, and advising. She currently serves on the promotion and tenure committee at CBU and is also a faculty mentor.
With teaching experience at public and private universities throughout Southern California, Dr. E excels at developing curriculum for the practitioner / academic (“pracademic”). Integrating her experience in non-profit consulting and serving on boards for regional non-profits in Southern California, along with her interest in serving on policy collaboratives throughout the Inland Empire she develops practitioner-based curriculum for public administration and public policy programs in the region.
Dr. E integrates best practices for innovative online, face to face and hybrid courses with 10-300 students. Incorporating digitally inclusive pedagogical competencies, activities for belongingness, high impact practices, and tools / methods for inclusive teaching and learning for courses is a hallmark of her teaching practice.
As a “teacher/mentor” at heart, Dr. E is most pleased to see her students achieve their academic and professional goals. She states “I have the pleasure of being an integral part of a student’s life story, and for an educator, that is the greatest reward.”