Office of the Dean Staff

Our dedicated team ensures optimal operations, supports faculty and students, and fosters an environment of excellence in education, research, and community engagement. From coordinating programs to providing logistical support, we are committed to advancing the mission of Wellstar College and empowering tomorrow's healthcare leaders.

Contact the administrative staff and faculty in Wellstar for more information. 

Name
Position
  • Monica Swahn

    Dean of Wellstar College of Health and Human Services and Dr. Betty L. Siegel Distinguished Chair of Health and Wellness and Professor of Health Promotion and Physical Education

    mswahn@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6962
    HS 4103

  • Mark Geil

    Associate Dean of Research and Operation of Wellstar College of Health and Human Services and Professor of Exercise Science

    mgeil@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-4805
    HS 4105

  • Kandice Porter

    Associate Dean for Academic Affairs of the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services, and Professor of Health Promotion

    kporte21@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6556
    HS 4107

  • Interim Senior Associate Dean and Professor of Sports Medicine and Exercise Science

    ltis@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-3344
    HS 4111

  • Jennifer Wade-Berg

    Assistant Dean for Student Success and Professor of Human Services

    jwadeber@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-2878
    HS 3333

  • Monica Nandan

    Director of Strategic Partnerships and Social Impact and Professor of Social Work and Human Services

    mnandan@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6630
    HS 3319

  • Director, Social Media and Communication Strategy

    dwaindi@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-4517
    HS 4225

  • Senior Director of Development, WCHHS (Part-Time)

    kcarlis5@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-2284
    TP 4492

  • Andrew McCanless

    Office Manager

    amccanl1@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-5502
    HS 4113

  • Executive Administrative Assistant

    athoma82@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6565
    HS 4104

  • Executive Administrative Assistant

    jbrow318@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6565
    HS 4106

  • Senior Business Operations Manager

    hyoung35@kennesaw.edu
    (470) 578-6565
    HS 4106