09/04/2026
We're excited to welcome Kim Westerman, Ed.D., M.A., MFA, to our School of Psychology.
An educator, academic administrator, and writer, Dr. Westerman brings more than 25 years of experience in higher education. She has taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, including Academic and Professional Writing, Research, Industrial & Organizational Psychology, Human Resources, LGBTQ+ Studies, Film Studies, Mindfulness & Contemplative Studies, and Rhetoric.
Her extensive administrative experience spans program direction, team development, curriculum and instruction, compliance, recruitment, career counseling, marketing, and strategic planning. Her professional interests include organizational culture and climate, mindfulness and emotional intelligence, DEIB, student success, and the responsible use of artificial intelligence in higher education.
Dr. Westerman is also a published writer whose work has explored responsible travel, health and wellness, the sensory analysis of coffee, and parenting in the 21st century. Beyond higher education, she serves on the board of The East Bay School.
We look forward to the experience, perspective, and commitment to student success, Dr. Westerman will bring to our students and the NDNU community.
Please join us in giving Dr. Westerman a warm welcome! 💙