Meet Our Faculty
Dr. Justin Russell
Division Chair of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Assistant Professor of Education
Division of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Education
- PhD, Capella University
- MEd, Troy University
- BA, Brewton-Parker College
- BMin, Brewton-Parker College
Biography
Dr. Russell has been in the field of education since 2001. Over the years he has served as a teacher, certified in English, Business, and Special Education. He also has experience in coaching soccer, volleyball, and tennis. Dr. Russell has held the position of Assistant Principal at the secondary level, as well as, Head Principal at the primary and secondary level. He has served in church since he was 14 years old, during which he held roles such as Children’s Pastor, Youth Minister, Student Pastor, Associate Pastor, and Worship Leader. In 2019, Dr. Russell answered the call to serve at Brewton-Parker and give back to the campus that helped him establish his roots. His desire is to actively serve the Lord with every opportunity, and to be the best possible steward of the talents and abilities he has been granted. In addition, Dr. Russell is grateful and blessed to have an amazing wife, named Ginger, and two awesome children, named Kennedy and Glendon.
Interesting Facts About Me
- I am considered by many to be a Renaissance Man
Research Interests
- Innovative Education
- Special Education
- Educational Games and Learning
- Extracurricular Activities and Education
- Sports Psychology
- Goals and Mental Motivation
- Coaching
Professional Organizations/Memberships
- None
Favorite Classes Taught at BPC
- EDU 201 – Investigating Critical & Contemporary Issues in Education
- PSY 303 – Adolescent Psychology
- PSY 404 – Counseling Psychology
- PSY 406 – Biopsychology
Favorite Bible Verse
All Work and No Play: The Role of Extra-Curricular Activity Participation on Georgia’s Ninth Grade English End of Course Test