Michael Bradshaw

Assistant Professor of Computer Science

(812) 866-6189

bradshaw@hanover.edu

Biography:

Professor Bradshaw joined Hanover College in 2007, having previously taught at Centre College.

Michael has always been interested in solving everyday problems using computer science. His thesis work was in building networked solutions for Internet video delivery. Since then Michael has branched out into Interdisciplinary studies. In particular the areas of computational science, computer animation and 3D computer modeling. He is presently working on Web-based solutions for teaching at Hanover College.

In his spare time (which doesn't really exist), Michael enjoys reading sci-fi books, cooking, and tabletop role-playing games.

Education:

M.S., Ph.D. University of Massachusetts Amherst; B.S. Centre College

Teaching Areas / Expertise / Specializations:

Computer Networks
Scientific Modeling
Computer Animation
Database

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John Collins

Chief Technology Officer & Associate Professor of Computer Science

(812) 866-6837

collins@hanover.edu

Biography:

John Collins came to Hanover after teaching for six years at the University of Miami (Coral Gables, FL). His scholarly interests include artificial intelligence and the impact of technology on modern society. His hobbies include reading, music (playing the mandolin) and restoring his antebellum home in downtown Madison, Ind. Collins also serves as the Chief Technology Officer for Hanover College.

Education:

Ph.D., M.S., University of Illinois (Urbana, Ill.)
B.S., Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (Terre Haute, Ind.)

Teaching Areas / Expertise / Specializations:

Database Systems
Artificial Intelligence
Operating Systems
Computer Networks

Carl Jagels

Associate Professor of Math & Computer Science

(812) 866-6186

jagels@hanover.edu

Biography:

Professor Jagels came to Hanover in 2000 after teaching for four years at Maryville University, University of Louisville, Universidad Carlos III (Madrid), and Wilmington College. His scholarly interests include mathematical applications and actuarial science. He also enjoys languages, classical studies and mythology.

Education:

Ph.D., University of Kentucky B.A., M.S., Southern Illinois University

Yefim Katsov

Professor of Mathematics

(812) 866-6119

katsov@hanover.edu

Biography:

Professor Katsov, who came to Hanover in 1992, had previously taught mathematics for 17 years at Moscow University, where he co-authored several textbooks in higher mathematics published by that University. His research interests include category theory, homological and universal algebra, mathematical logic, topology, and pedagogy, and he also enjoys reading, history, travel, swimming, and following international politics and human rights issues.

Education:

Ph.D., Mathematics Institute of the Academy of Sciences, USSR; M.S., Moscow State University, USSR

Haris Skiadas

Assistant Professor of Mathematics

(812) 866-6190

skiadas@hanover.edu

Biography:

Skiadas has been a visiting instructor in mathematics at Illinois Wesleyan University and served in several capacities at the University of Chicago as he pursued his studies there. His primary area of research is algebraic geometry and its interaction with the theory of linear systems of partial differential equations. He is also interested in exploring the ways in which computers can assist in mathematical research.

Education:

B.S., National University of Athens; M.S., A.B.D., University of Chicago