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Leadership & Faculty
Meet the leaders and faculty who guide Open Door University’s mission, academic excellence, and commitment to accessible higher education.
Educators and Leaders Serving the Open Door Community
At Open Door University, our leaders and faculty are committed to providing accessible, Christ-centered higher education for displaced and underserved students. Through teaching, mentoring, academic leadership, and service, they help students grow in knowledge, character, and their calling.
Leading with Vision and Purpose
The leaders who guide Open Door University’s mission, academic direction, and commitment to serving displaced and underserved students.
Dr. ILWOO NAM
Ph.D. in Architecture
Professor at Handong Global University, South Korea
John Kim
MA in Leadership
A refugee advocate who has worked in refugee support across the Middle East for the past 20 years. Open Door University was founded on his vision of creating educational opportunity for displaced youth.
Ms. Clara Ndlovu
M.B.A., Nonprofit Management
Directs finance, administration and institutional planning so that tuition stays affordable and operations remain sustainable.
Dr. Jonathan Reyes
Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership
Builds the partnerships, scholarships and donor relationships that widen access for students facing barriers to study.
Dr. Miriam Haddad
Ph.D. in Public Policy
Chairs the governing board, providing oversight, accountability and long-term stewardship of the university’s mission.
Academic Leadership
The academic administration team supports teaching, student progress and the day-to-day running of every programme.
Dr. ILWOO NAM
Ph.D. in Architecture
Professor at Handong Global University, South Korea
Dr. Anna Kovács
PhD of Computer and Communication Engineering
Professor and researcher with expertise in computer and communication
Ms.Fatemeh Rahimi
B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry
Oversees registration, academic records, graduation services, student affairs and administrative coordination
Ms. Leila Karimi
M.A. in Counseling
Coordinates advising, accessibility services, student support and community life initiatives.
Dr. Grace Tan
Ed.D. in Instructional Design
Leads online course design, digital pedagogy and the university’s learning technology.
Ms.Jinjuo Pak
B.A. in Drafting
Manages digital library services, research support and information literacy teaching.
Our Faculty
Scholars and practitioners who teach, mentor and walk alongside students across every Open Door programme.
Omid Rahimi
MA in Leadership
Areas of Teaching: New Testament, Biblical Interpretation, Hermeneutics
Teaches the Gospels and Pauline letters, with research interests in first-century context and narrative reading.
Dr.SangYoonDoh
Ph.D. in Computer and Communication Engineering
Areas of Teaching: Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Signal Processing, Communication Networks, and Real-Time Systems.
Experienced professor and researcher in computer and communication engineering, with expertise in AI-based recommendation systems, image and signal processing, real-time systems, and communication networks.
John Kim
MA in Leadership
Areas of Teaching: Early Church, Reformation, Global Christianity
Researches the growth of Christianity in Africa and Asia and teaches the history of Christian thought.
Dr. Nam
Ph.D. in Architecture
Areas of Teaching: Pastoral Care, Preaching, Congregational Leadership
Mentors students in preaching and pastoral practice, drawing on years of congregational ministry.
Ms. Danbee Huh
Ma.Art
Areas of Teaching: AI Foundations, Data Ethics, Digital Literacy
Introduces students to applied artificial intelligence and the ethical questions raised by new technology.
Dr.Shin Hee Lee
Ph.D. in Law
Areas of Teaching: Academic Writing, Research Methods, Critical Reading
Supports students in academic writing, research skills and reading critically across disciplines.
Ms. Christina Marxen
M.A. in Museum Studies
Areas of Teaching: Academic English, Business English, Technical English, English for Computing, Academic & Technical Writing, and Professional English
With experience in university, business, and technical education, she specializes in academic and professional English, intercultural communication, and English for international and technology-oriented environments.
Faculty Areas of Expertise
Our faculty bring expertise across the academic disciplines represented in Open Door University’s programs, combining academic knowledge with practical experience to support student learning and professional development.
AI & Technology
Artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer science, and emerging technologies, with a focus on practical and applied learning.
Theology
Systematic, historical and contemporary theological reflection.
Christian Ministry
Pastoral care, preaching and congregational leadership.
Church History
The early church, Reformation and global Christian movements.
Refugee-Focused Counseling Psychology
Counseling psychology, human development, trauma-informed practice, and culturally responsive support for refugee and displaced communities.
Missions
World missions, intercultural studies and diaspora ministry.
Christian Education
Curriculum design, discipleship and reflective teaching practice.
Philosophy & Apologetics
Apologetics, ethics and the philosophy of religion.
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