Mathematics and Computer Science Faculty


Terri L. Lenox, Department Chair, Ph.D.

University of Pittsburgh, Professor of Computer Science

Dr. Lenox is currently chair of the department. She works with the Computer Information Systems majors at Westminster and teaches Systems Analysis, Software Engineering, Database Management Systems and Human-Computer Interaction. She is also the chair of the faculty. Dr. Lenox is studying how the internet affects adjustment to college and Web 2.0 technologies.
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James Anthony, M.A.

Penn State University, Visiting Lecturer of Mathematics

Mr. Anthony teaches Calculus, Pre-Calculus, Math Perspectives, and Number Theory. His interests include mathematical art, pebbling, decision theory, computer animation, primality testing, and probability. He is a board game enthusiast and enjoys analyzing games to determine optimal strategies. He also enjoys working with students on research/capstone projects. He has been at Westminster since 2007.
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Jeffrey Boerner, Ph.D.

University of Iowa, Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Boerner joined the faculty in 2010. His research is in topology with particular interest in skein modules and link homologies. Dr. Boerner is very interested in getting undergraduates involved in his research and is also the advisor for Kappa Mu Epsilon, a mathematics honors society. He is a 2010‑2011 Project NExT fellow.
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John P. Bonomo, Ph. D.

Purdue University, Associate Professor of Computer Science

Dr. Bonomo teaches across the Computer Science curriculum and most enjoys teaching the more mathematically intense courses such as Data Structures and Graphics.  He is an active organizer and problem contributor to local and regional programming contests and has been Head Judge for the ACM East Regional Programming Contest since 2000.  He has been a judge and problem contributor for the International Collegiate Programming Contest World Finals since 2002, and in 2011 was named Head Judge for the competition.  The competition has taken him to Stockholm, Sweden in April, 2009; Harbin, China in February, 2010; and most recently to St. Petersburg, Russia in June, 2013.
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Carolyn K. Cuff, Ph.D.

Case Western Reserve, Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Cuff works with students interested in constructing mathematical models or statistical descriptions of decision making. Dr. Cuff also coordinates the statistics courses taught within the department and teaches the Probability and Statistics course for the majors. She is active in both the Mathematical Association of America and the American Statistical Association having recently held nationally elected positions in each.
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Natacha Fontes-Merz Ph.D.

Kent State, Associate Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Fontes-Merz teaches Multivariable Calculus, Number Theory, and Real Analysis. Her research interests are approximation theory and graph theory. She enjoys problem solving and helps students prepare for the Putnam Exam.
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David Offner, Ph.D.

Carnegie Mellon University , Assistant Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Offner joined the Mathematics and Computer Science Faculty in 2009. His research interests are in combinatorics, graph theory, theoretical computer science, and optimization. Aside from teaching a wide variety of classes, he enjoys mentoring undergraduate researchers and future mathematics educators. He is a Project NExT fellow, and a member of the MAA and AMS.
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Pamela A. Richardson, Ph.D.

University of Virginia, Associate Professor of Mathematics

Dr. Richardson teaches calculus, linear algebra, abstract algebra, and other courses. Her research interests are in nonassociative algebra, and in particular, she works with Jordan algebras and superalgebras. She is a puzzle enthusiast and is very interested in game theory and involving students in undergraduate research. Dr. Richardson is an active member of the Mathematical Association of America, is a Project NExT fellow, and is involved with the Carleton College Summer Mathematics Program for women.
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C. David Shaffer, Ph.D.

University of Pittsburgh, Associate Professor of Computer Science

Dr. Shaffer teaches Operating Systems, Computer Languages, and the introductory CS courses; he also runs the department UNIX lab. His research interests include object-oriented design principles, finite geometry and parallel computing. He is a robotics hobbyist and enjoys working with students on research projects.
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Warren D. Hickman, Ph.D.

Professor of Mathematics Emeritus
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Barbara T. Faires, Ph.D.

Professor of Mathematics Emerita

After over 33 years of service to the Westminster community, Dr. Faires retired in June, 2009. Dr. Faires is Secretary of the Mathematical Association of America. Her current research is in the area of history of functional analysis, especially the work of Banach. She continues work in the two areas in which she developed cluster courses: (1)architecture and mathematics and (2)mathematics and literature.
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