School of Health Professions Academic Leadership Team

Wittney Jones, PhD, MEd

Dean, School of Health Professions

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(480)478-7524, Ext.7524

Wittney Jones, PhD, MEd

Dean, School of Health Professions

An encouraging and enthusiastic educator and leader, Dr. Wittney Jones is the founding Dean of the School of Health Professions at National University (NU). She previously served as Interim Dean, Assistant Dean, and Program Director for the master’s and doctorate programs in Health Administration at the School of Health Sciences at Northcentral University (NCU). Dr. Jones brings empathy to her role leading faculty, having served more than 20 years as an award-winning faculty member in both online and traditional environments. Her leadership model focuses on removing barriers to excellence in education. She is passionate about being the catalyst that helps faculty and students succeed and achieve their goals. In addition to building a student-centered curriculum, Dr. Jones advocates for preparing students for person-centered care upon graduation. Her research has focused on student preparedness and competency-based education. Her area of expertise includes developing programs and courses that engage students in skill-based, rich learning experiences. She earned her Ph.D. in Health Services – Healthcare Administration from Walden University, and her Master of Education in Community Health Education and Bachelor of Science in Education – Community Health Education from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

Erin Walton, EdD, MEd

Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Students

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Erin Walton, EdD, MEd

Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Students

Dr. Walton has been serving in Higher Education institutions for nearly two decades; from admissions and enrollment to student services, elevating into a faculty role and advancing into administration. She holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D) in Higher Education Administration, a Master of Education (M.Ed) in Instructional and Curriculum Design, a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Letters, Arts, and Sciences, an Associate Degree (AS) in Speech Communication, and an Associate Degree (AS) in Education. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) and works with the American Council on Education (ACE) and the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) as a distance-education evaluator.

Brian M. Allen, DBA

Associate Dean of Faculty, School of Health Professions

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619-337-7545

Brian M. Allen, DBA

Associate Dean of Faculty, School of Health Professions

Brian Allen has more than 30 years of leadership in multinational operations and project management. His broad experience includes leadership in information technology, ecommerce, telecommunications, international sales and operations management, medical logistics, and international project management. Brian has a Doctor of Business Administration in Technology Entrepreneurship, an MBA, and a Master of Project Management. Brian is a proud US Air Force veteran.

Christine Storms, EdD

Director of Curriculum

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619-337-7546

Christine Storms, EdD

Director of Curriculum

Dr. Christine Storms holds a Doctor of Education in leadership and learning with a concentration in higher education administration. Dr. Storms started as an instructor teaching in multiple disciplines including business, accounting, hospitality, business law and others. She now has almost 20 years of experience in higher education in a variety of administrative roles including Director of Education, Executive Dean, Dean of Faculty, Online CTE Dean and Director of Curriculum. Her passion is curriculum and program development to help instructors deliver the best possible experiences to their students.

Amanda T. Roberts, M.A.

Director of Assessment and Accreditation, School of Health Professions

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(619) 337-7593 x7593

Amanda T. Roberts, M.A.

Director of Assessment and Accreditation, School of Health Professions

As the Director of Assessment and Accreditation for National University’s School of Health Professions, Amanda plays a crucial role in shaping strategic initiatives that enhance academic program effectiveness and improve student learning outcomes. She leads efforts in programmatic accreditation and ensures compliance with the standards set by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), maintaining the highest quality of education within the School. Prior to joining National University in 2023, Amanda served as an Associate Vice President of Research and Institutional Effectiveness within the North Carolina Community College System, where she directed institutional research, planning, assessment, program review, and accreditation processes for a two-year institution within the system. Amanda earned her B.A. in Public Policy Analysis from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her M.A. in Liberal Studies from North Carolina State University. Her research interests include public policy, communication, organizational development, and sociology, reflecting her commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence in education.

Cambria Zafalon

Manager of Dean Support, School of Health Professions

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858-642-8403

Cambria Zafalon

Manager of Dean Support, School of Health Professions

Cambria graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in 2015. Since 2017, she has been dedicated to working in higher education. Cambria is currently pursuing an MBA with a specialization in Project Management, where she is honing skills in leadership, team management, and project execution. Cambria is passionate about driving efficiency and ensuring student success and is committed to fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Looking ahead, she aims to leverage her education and experience to lead impactful projects that benefit both the university and its students.

Shawne Land, MBA

Manager of Academic Operations, School of Health Professions

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480-253-3471

Shawne Land, MBA

Manager of Academic Operations, School of Health Professions

Shawne Land is the Manager of Academic Operations for the School of Health Professions (SOHP) with almost 30 years of combined work experience in the Financial, Mortgage, IT, and Identity and Access Control industries. Mrs. Land joined the (then) Northcentral University’s School of Health Sciences in 2018 for an improved work-life balance. She earned a Yellow Belt Six Sigma certification before working at the University. She applied her project management skills to her role as Manager of Academic Operations. Shawne also serves as a member of the SOHP’s School Advisory Council.