AUM Faculty & Staff
Directory
Russell Chambliss
Military Admissions Associate
Clarissa Chavez
Department Chair; Associate Professor | College of Sciences
Erik Chavez
Computer Application Specialist
Tianran Chen
Associate Professor | College of Sciences
Dr. Tianran Chen is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Auburn University Montgomery. He spent a number of years in Michigan State University where he earned his Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics. He joined the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science in the Fall of 2016. Originally trained in the field of Numerical Algebraic Geometry, his current research interest is the application of algebraic methods in solving nonlinear equations from real-world problems.
Yue Chen
Associate Professor | College of Sciences
Electromagnetic wave propagation in metamaterials, homogenization theory of partial differential equations, inverse problem, stability analysis of crystal growth, mathematical materials science, solid mechanics.
Amber Rae Childers
Associate Athletic Director for Internal Operations/Compliance
Don Chon
Distinguished Research Professor | College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Dr. Don Chon received his Ph.D. degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Florida State University. Dr. Chon has taught at the Department of Criminal Justice and Sociology at AUM since Fall 2011. Dr. Chon is a known researcher in international and comparative criminology and criminal justice, including cross-national study of homicide, sexual assault, fear of crime, and criminal justice policy. Dr. Chon has published three books and over forty journal articles, book chapters, encyclopedias, and book reviews with widely regarded publishers.
Cody Clark
Director of Communications
Cody Clark serves as Director of Communications for Auburn University at Montgomery, where he leads the university’s strategic communications and media relations. He oversees storytelling efforts designed to elevate AUM’s visibility, strengthen stakeholder engagement, and support the university’s enrollment, advancement, and student success priorities. Clark previously served as Manager of Public Affairs for the Montgomery County Commission, directing public information, media relations, governmental affairs, and community engagement efforts for one of Alabama’s largest county governments.
Clark also spent more than six years in collegiate athletics communications at AUM and Delta State University, where he led award-winning branding, broadcasting, and digital media campaigns. Additionally, Clark’s background includes experience in professional sports and broadcast media, including roles with the Orlando Magic and Hubbard Broadcasting. A native of South Carolina, he earned his undergraduate degree in Communications from Waldorf University and a graduate degree in Sport and Human Performance from Delta State University.
Kenneth Collins
Veterans Affair (VA) Manager
Alexandra Cook
Admissions and Recruitment Events Coordinator
