In addition to the full-time faculty at Concordia University Ann Arbor, classes are also taught by adjunct professors who are experts or professionals in their field.


We are proud to have individuals that are willing to join us in the classroom and in the lives of our students while also balancing their own full-time careers. Keep reading to get to know four of our adjunct professors at CUAA!

Tori Negash

School of Arts & Sciences

When she’s not leading the helm of the Academic Resource Center, Negash is a social work expert who enjoys helping students have positive and transformative experience in the classroom.

Get to know Professor Negash!


Kelly Bortle

School of Arts and Sciences

As a tutoring and communication professional, Professor Bortle particularly loves teaching communication courses within CUAA’s school of nursing.

Get to know Professor Bortle!


Courtnei Hinton

School of Nursing

Professor Hinton is inspired by students’ resilience throughout the last year, and genuinely cherishes the opportunity she has to incorporate her faith into teaching.

Get to know Professor Hinton!


Deborah Cross

School of Nursing

As a nurse for over 3o years, Professor Cross loves when her students have light bulb moments, understanding concepts of how the body functions together.

Get to know Professor Cross!


— This story is written by Allie Milot, social media manager for Concordia University Wisconsin and Ann Arbor. She may be reached at alexandria.milot@cuaa.edu or 734-995-7403.

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