Math, Engineering & Sciences Division at LSC-University Park
Dean, Math, Engineering, and Sciences
281.655.3789 | Office: CSI.212
Christa.Spears@LoneStar.edu
The Division of Math & Sciences at LSC-University Park offers courses in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Kinesiology, Math, Physics, and Astronomy and are led by dedicated and student-focused faculty. The Associate in Science (AS) degree prepares students to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor’s degree. Our mission is to provide the community college students of Northwest Houston access to an academic foundation that will empower students to acquire, demonstrate, articulate and value knowledge and skills that will support them, as life-long learners, to participate in and contribute to the global world and practice the core values of the school: respect, tolerance & inclusion, and excellence.
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Departments and Courses
The Departments of Biology and Environmental Sciences offer courses for students interested in learning more about the living world with a wide range of options for both science and non-science majors. The study of biology is founded in the scientific method and teaches students to problem solve and think critically. These higher-level skills are valuable assets to employers and make biology students highly marketable. In addition, the Kinesiology Department offers courses in healthy lifestyles, nutrition, and optimal wellness.
Faculty
Chris Allen
Heather Brasher
Michael Elder
Jacquelyn Hornell
Nuriya Kincaid
Joseph Margoitta
Lisa McQuade
Sonal Tonger
David Wiederrecht
Unified in student success, the interdisciplinary Department of Chemistry, Geology and Physics offers course content that integrates real-world examples with hands-on use of equipment and instrumentation. Students have the opportunity to work through scientific problems and have access to LSC-University Park’s one-of-a-kind three-story rock wall and outdoor astronomy deck and telescopes.
Faculty
Bryn Benford
Pam Auburn
Jonathan Meair
Ying Yi
Annette Flores
Vanessa Myers
Jeffrey Gorman
Nolan Harris
LSC-University Park’s Engineering Departments focus on offering an engineering education deeply rooted in engineering principals, science, and mathematics. This includes skills in research, design, modeling, evaluation, analysis, construction, operation, and maintenance which can be applied to products, equipment, and systems to improve quality and productivity. At our campus, Associate of Science in Engineering degrees are available in the following disciplines: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Technology, Industrial Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.
Faculty
Lucio Florez
Bill Stewart
Being a mathematician or statistician isn’t just about solving equations; it’s about solving real-world problems in education, engineering, financial services, healthcare and other industries. The LSC-University Park Mathematics Department offers courses in different areas to expose students to the possibilities within the industry.
Faculty
Isabella Fisher
Abraham Haje
Devika Lalsinghani
Martha Donnelly
Maria Purcell
Ivan Ramos-Medina
Frank Rodriguez
Matthew Shirley
Ajai Simmons
Richard Smalley
Scott Travis
Sid Jennings
Division Contacts
Department Chairs
Professor Michael Elder
Biology, Environmental Sciences, and Kinesiology
281.290.2940 | Office: CSI.213
Michael.Elder@LoneStar.edu
Dr. Bryn Benford
Chemistry, Engineering, Physics, and Geology
281-655-3785 | Office: CSI.220
Bryn.Benford@LoneStar.edu
Dr. Ajai Simmons
Math
281-290-2748 | Office: B12.724
Ajai.Simmons@lonestar.edu
Division Staff
Kimberly Brue
Division Operations Manager
281.290.1897 | Office: CSI.206
Kimberly.K.Brue@LoneStar.edu
Trista Finch
Division Operations Specialist
281.401.5398 | Office: CSI.202
Trista.Finch@LoneStar.edu
Yesenia Villarreal
Staff Assistant II
281.290.2894 | Office: CSI.201
Yesenia.Villarreal@LoneStar.edu