Student Life Staff

Ian Anderson

Ian Anderson
Position: 
Assistant RD of Kilbourn Hall

Ian Anderson is an '04 SC graduate from McPherson, Kansas.  Ian then earned his teaching certfication in '09, and now teaches 7th grade reading along with his RD duties. 

He is the husband of Alison (Bauman, '05), and the father of Porter and Meyer.

Contact Information

Phone/Extension: (620) 278-4260
Email: ianderson@sterling.edu
 

Teri Anderson L.M.L.P.

Teri Anderson L.M.L.P.
Position: 
Counselor

Teri Anderson joined the Sterling College Student Life staff in 2007 as a personal counselor for SC students. She received her BS from Millersville University, Millersville PA in 1989, after which she worked in social services. She returned to Millersville to receive her MS in 1993 in Clinical Psychology. Her post graduate school work has involved both inpatient and outpatient mental health services to individuals and 

Connie Carey

Connie Carey
Position: 
Director of Student Health

Connie Carey serves as the Director of Student Health. She holds an RN as well as notable experience as an Allied Health instructor for 18 years. Connie works closely with the Student Life office to provide individual, quality care to each student. Connie lives in Sterling with her husband Bruce, a life-long farmer/rancher. The Careys have three adult children: Sara, Travis and Fay. Connie's mission is to 

Christian Dashiell

Christian Dashiell
Position: 
Director of Campus Ministries

Christian graduated from Sterling College in 2002, at which point he and his wife Stacy moved to Kansas City for graduate school. In addition to earning a Masters of Divinity from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Christian had the opportunity to work at two different churches in the Kansas City area.

Naiya Hernandez

Naiya Hernandez
Position: 
Resident Director of Evans Hall

Originally from California, Naiya graduated from Sterling College in 2008.  After graduation she had the opportunity to serve with an urban ministry in the heart of downtown Denver, Colorado.  She feels that her time in Denver helped prepare her for ministry and leadership with women.  Having retuned to Sterling she is looking forward to the relationships she will develop with the Sterling community and with the women of Evans Hall.  During her time as a student at Sterling College she was involved in Student Government and the Campus Activity Board.  Naiya enjoys laughter, missions, and learning about the world around her. 

Lisa Parson

Lisa Parson
Position: 
Director of Career Services & First Year Program

Lisa joined the Sterling College staff in July 2010 as the Director of Career Services & First Year Program. She attended Sterling College for her first two years of undergraduate studies and then transferred to Fort Hays State University, where she specialized in organizational leadership and human services. Lisa graduated from K-State in May 2010 with a Master's degree in Counseling & Student DevelopmUnknown Objectent and a graduate certificate in Academic Advising.

Eric Saiz

Eric Saiz
Position: 
Resident Director of Douglas Men's Hall & Douglas Women's Hall

Eric is a 2006 graduate of Sterling College, where he received his degree in Christian Ministries with a minor in Exercise Science. He is originally from Colorado Springs, Colorado and is serving in his sixth year as the Resident Director of Douglas Men's and Women's halls. Eric's passion is that every person who comes to Sterling will have an understanding of what it means to know Jesus Christ as their own personal savior and live their life following Him. Eric and his wife, Tonya (05' alum), have been married for 5 years and have a beautiful little girl named Jaely, who was born in January 2011. They love camping, fishing, biking, and hiking and any kind of sport. Eric is a 4-time Sterling College intramural champion. Oh yeah, that's right!

Addie Swihart

Addie Swihart
Position: 
Resident Director of McCreery Hall

My name is Addie Swihart and I am so excited that I get the opportunity to serve the ladies of McCreery Hall as their Resident Director. I recently graduated from Sterling College with an Elementary Education degree and a minor in Christian Ministries. While taking classes in these areas, I realized my passion is for people. I am thrilled to be working at Sterling College with the amazing people here. I am also really looking forward to meeting the girls in my dorm and building relationships with them, while having some fun along the way!

Ben Swihart

Ben Swihart
Position: 
Resident Director of Campbell Hall

Ben, a 2009 graduate of Sterling College, earned a bachelor's degree in History and a minor in Religion and Philosophy. Ben has served as the Resident Director for Campbell Hall since 2009. While a student, Ben was involved in a wide range of activities, including coaching football, theater productions, Student Senate, Student Chaplain, and praise band. He enjoys hanging out with diverse groups of 

Melissa Virts

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Position: 
Administrative Assistant for Student Life

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