Nancy Munkres Nancy Munkres has been teaching at Laurus College since 2014.  She received an MBA degree from the University of Phoenix in 2010, has a California State Vocational Teaching Credential, and has over 20 years of teaching experience. She also has experience opening and operating a small business. She enters the classroom with the…

Lyn Stangeland Lyn Stangeland/Faculty Training and Development Director Lyn Stangeland brings a wealth of experience to Laurus College, with a career in education spanning over three decades. Since 1991, she has taught students of all ages, including adults, teenagers, and children, demonstrating her versatility and dedication to fostering learning at every stage of life. Lyn…

Laurie Manibusan Teaching at Laurus since 2013 Laurie brings over 24 years of experience in public administration to the Professional Business Systems Department at Laurus College. Additionally, Laurie’s expertise extends into the areas of legislative and public policy, fiscal and grants management, and human resources. She has worked in both the public and private sectors…

Kasey MacNair Kasey MacNair brings over 15 years of experience in nonprofit management and education to Laurus College. Kasey is passionate about assisting her students in reaching both their professional and personal goals. Kasey holds her Bachelor’s degree in Education and her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Adams State College. She enjoys teaching classes…

Issy Graham Issy Graham brings over 25 years’ industry experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, sales, project management, consumer behavior and design.  Over the past 15 years she has been an instructor in higher education, teaching a diverse population of adult learners’ in business and design curriculum.   Issy holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from The…

Dr. Karen Edwards Dr. Karen Edwards is the Director of Workforce & Economic Development and Title IX Coordinator at Laurus College. Dr. Edwards has over two decades of teaching experience in higher education, as well as experience in K-12 education, and lifelong learning. Since 2020, she has been recognized as a Distance Education Accrediting Commission…

Dr. Constance Leyland Dr. Constance “C.J.” Leyland has an impressive background spanning over 20 years in Management, Sales, Insurance, Banking, Staffing, and Education. As a dynamic researcher, mentor, and result-oriented business professional, Dr. CJ consistently excels in leadership, communication, management, organizational behavior, mentorship, customer service, and business acumen. A true champion for change and mentorship,…