Education Faculty
Education Adjunct Faculty
John McKinney, Ed.D
Adjunct College of Innovative Professional & Graduate Studies Email john.mckinneyEducation Staff
Cory Roup, M.S.
Director of Advising & Certification for K-12 Education Phone 816.501.2464 Email cory.roup
News & Events
- Avila University Presents “Dialogue with Descendants” as Part of the Harry S. Truman Distinguished Lecture SeriesKansas City, Mo. — Avila University will host a historic evening of dialogue, reflection, and civic leadership as part of the Harry S. Truman Distinguished Lecture Series with “Dialogue with Descendants: A Truman–Eisenhower Legacy Conversation” on Thursday, January 29, 2025, at the Goppert Theatre on Avila University’s campus. This special event brings together Mary Jean Eisenhower,…
- Introducing Dr. Laura C. Hartley, Avila University’s Next Provost and Vice President for Academic AffairsAvila University is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Laura C. Hartley as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, beginning June 2026. With more than 25 years of leadership in higher education, Dr. Hartley brings extensive experience across mission-driven institutions and a deep understanding of strategic planning, academic operations, and student success. Colleagues across…
- Ed Warinner Named Avila Football Head CoachKANSAS CITY, Mo. – Bringing more than 40 years of NCAA Division I coaching experience to Kansas City, Avila football is pleased to announce the hiring of Ed Warinner as the university’s head football coach. A 2014 National Champion as the Offensive Coordinator at Ohio State, Warinner has five total seasons as a Division I assistant coach…