“We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach.”
— Romans 12:6-7 (NIV)
Meet the President: Dr. Roxanne Kemp, Ph.D.
Dr. Roxanne Kemp is the President of Ebed-Melech University. With a career spanning over two decades, Dr. Kemp has extensive experience in educational leadership and program development. She has served in roles such as Chief Online Education Officer, Chief Academic Officer, Campus Director, and Academic Coordinator. Dr. Kemp is deeply committed to integrating technology into education and ensuring high academic standards. Her passion lies in fostering academic excellence and creating opportunities for student success.
Ebed-Melech University is guided by a dedicated leadership team comprised of an esteemed Advisory Board and the Executive Leadership Team. Together, they provide strategic vision, ensure academic excellence, and foster collaboration across the university. The university is also supported by the Ebed-Melech Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to furthering the university’s mission of empowering individuals through education.
Executive Leadership
Kevin Kemp, M.S., B.S.
Chief Vice President & Co-Founder
Ian R. McAndrew, PhD FRAeS
VP of International Affairs & Global Research Initiatives
Kahla D. LaPlante, PhD
Chief Chaplain & Director of Enrollment
Sergeant Major Carmen R. Ross
University Chaplain (Army – Deployed)
Rebekah Jo Ramsey, Ph.D.
VP of Community Relations
Elle Maricondo, DBA
VP of Resource Development
Audrey Harris, Ph.D., R.T.(R)(M) (CT)(QM)
VP of Continuing Education and Professional Development
Lashavio D. Little, M.S.Ch.Eng, B.S.Ch.Eng.
VP of STEM Initiatives
Edward Ajayi, Ph.D.
Provost- African Oasis College of Health Technology & EMU Faculty, Nigeria
Sarah Elliott, A.S., CFTRP
VP of Student Services & Registrar
Obi Njoku, BBA, MBA
Director of Cloud Solutions and Infrastructure
Ebed-Melech Foundation Board of Trustees &
University Advisory Board
Dr. Rajan Thapaliya, Ph.D.
Ebed-Melech Foundation, Board of Trustees Vice Chairperson
Sarah Emedo, B.Eng.
Ebed-Melech Foundation, Board of Trustees Treasurer
Dr. Jo Lobertini, Ph.D.
Ebed-Melech Foundation, Board of Trustees, Member
Dr. Angel Johnson, Ph.D.
Ebed-Melech Foundation, Board of Trustees, Member
Kai Kemp, MBA
Ebed-Melech University Advisory Board, Member
Unity in Witnessing
Acts 1:8 (NIV)
“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”
— (Acts 1:8 NIV)
The Ebed-Melech Foundation
The Ebed-Melech Foundation, the 501(c)(3) public charity proudly affiliated with Ebed-Melech University, shares the University’s unwavering commitment to education, spiritual enrichment, and community service.