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Faculty and Staff

Dean

Dr. Jared Miller

Jared Miller

Dr. Jared Miller, Dean of Division 3, Social Sciences, Humanities, Cosmetology, & Kinesiology joined Lone Star College – Kingwood in 2013 as an Assistant Professor of Psychology. Miller earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Baylor University and holds a Master of Arts in Psychology as well as a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Notre Dame.  

Dr. Miller is a passionate advocate for education and has cultivated a deep appreciation for working with students, faculty, and staff. He values the contributions of faculty and staff and understands the importance of fostering a strong sense of community within the college. By working closely with faculty members, he aims to promote innovation and enhance the quality of education. He believes in the transformative power of education and is committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where students can thrive.

Email: Jared.E.Miller@lonestar.edu
Phone: 281.312.1416

Dr. Matthew Newton, Department Chair

Dr. Matthew NewtonDr. Matthew Newton, a product of LSC-Kingwood, utilizes his wealth of experience as an assistant professor of government. Joining the faculty in 2016, Newton’s professional background includes adjunct teaching two government classes at the college and teaching classes in American government, as well as Canadian Politics and Political Methodology at other institutions.

The professor was also a dissertation fellow for the Kinder Institute on Constitutional Democracy and an assistant election administrator for the Nacogdoches County Elections Office. Newton published a paper in 2015 on interest group contributions in state legislative elections in the United States.

“I relish the opportunity to impart enthusiasm I have for the study of government and its institutions onto students,” he said. “Having been exactly in their shoes myself as a former LSC-Kingwood student, I know how important a teacher’s enthusiasm can be for unlocking students’ passion for education and learning.”

After LSC-Kingwood, Newton earned a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from Stephen F. Austin State University and a Ph.D. in political science from the University of Missouri. He is a member of the American Political Science Association, Association of Canadian Studies in the United States, and Pi Sigma Alpha (national political science honor society) Iota Epsilon Chapter at Stephen F. Austin State University.

Contact

Phone: 281.318.4349
Email: Matthew.C.Newton@LoneStar.edu
Office: LIB 202D

Stacy A. Walker, Faculty

Stacy A. WalkerStacy A. Walker, professor of psychology, joined LSC-Kingwood in 2002. Walker holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Texas Southern University and a Master of Arts degree in Behavioral Sciences from the University of Houston-Clear Lake.

"I knew before graduating high school that I wanted to become a psychologist. I have a myriad of experience in the field, however, teaching in higher education is my greatest passion," Walker explained. "LSC-Kingwood is a good place to work and a wonderful place to be. I have been supported and encouraged to do so many things, from personal to professional development to research programs to grant writing. It really is a good place to be."

Contact

Phone: 281.312.1704
Email: Stacy.A.Walker@lonestar.edu
Office: LIB 206C
Website: Website

Tony Foster, Faculty

Tony FosterTony Foster, professor of sociology and psychology, joined LSC-Kingwood in 1989. Foster earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of West Georgia and two graduate degrees. He obtained a Master of Arts degree from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville and a Master of Science degree from the same institution.

"I've had life-changing experiences due to my studies in sociology and psychology and I want to turn students on to these fascinating perspectives in an attempt to help them understand more about their social and behavioral worlds," explained Foster. "It is without doubt that LSC-Kingwood is the best place I have ever worked. The collaboration between faculty, staff and administrators provides students in optimal environment to begin their quest for knowledge and self-discovery."

Contact

Phone: 281.312.1649
Email: Anthony.S.Foster@lonestar.edu
Office: CLA 200
Website: Website

Michael Collier, Faculty

Michel CollierMichael Collier began teaching at LSC-Kingwood in 2022. He obtained a bachelor's degree in philosophy and psychology from Florida State University and both a master's degree and Ph.D. in psychology from New Mexico State University (NMSU). He is a proud former member of the Teaching Academy at NMSU and enjoys exploring the science of teaching and learning. He has previously taught in New Mexico and Arizona.

Contact

Email: Michael.Collier@lonestar.edu
Phone: 281.312.1762
Office: LIB 202D

Division Staff

Name Phone Email Office
Norma Clark
Division Operations Manager
281.312.1422 Norma.J.Clark@LoneStar.edu APA 109K
Brett Wright
Division Operations Specialist
281.312.1769 Brett.A.Wright@LoneStar.edu APA 109G
Nicole Gibson
Staff Assistant
281.312.1651 Nicole.M.Gibson@lonestar.edu LIB 206

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