Cinnamon L. VanPutte has been teaching biology and human anatomy
and physiology for almost two decades. At Southwestern Illinois
College she is a full-time faculty member and the coordinator for
the anatomy and physiology courses. Cinnamon is an active member of
several professional societies, including the Human Anatomy &
Physiology Society (HAPS). Her Ph.D. in zoology, with an emphasis
in endocrinology, is from Texas A&M University. She worked in
Dr. Duncan MacKenzies lab, where she was indoctrinated in the major
principles of physiology and the importance of critical thinking.
The critical thinking component of Seeleys Essentials of Human
Anatomy & Physiology epitomizes Cinnamons passion for the field of
human anatomy and physiology; she is committed to maintaining this
tradition of excellence. Cinnamon and her husband, Robb, have two
children: a daughter, Savannah, and a son, Ethan. Savannah is very
creative and artistic; she loves to sing, write novels, and do art
projects. Robb and Ethan have their black belts in karate and Ethan
is one of the youngest black belts at his martial arts school.
Cinnamon is also active in martial arts and is a competitive
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner. She has competed at both the Pan
Jiu-Jitsu Championship and the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship.
Dr. Rod Seeley holds a B.S. in Zoolgy from Idaho State University
and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Zoology from Utah State University. By
being very involved in the methods and mechanism that help students
learn, Rod contributes with his teaching expertise and proven
ability to communicate effectively.
Dr. Trent Stephens holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Zoology from
Brigham Young University and a Ph.D. in anatomy from the University
of Pennsylvania. Trent teaches human anatomy, neuroanatomy, and
embryology. His skill as a biological illustrator has greatly
influenced every illustration in his texts.
Dr. Philip Tate earned B.S. degrees in both mathematics and zoology
and an M.S. in ecology from San Diego State University. He earned
his doctorate in biological education from Idaho State University.
Phil has taught anatomy and physiology to all levels of students:
nursing and allied health, physical education, and biology majors.
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