Each academic year brings new energy and perspectives to the Hilltop, and this fall is no exception. Saint Anselm College proudly welcomes a talented group of new faculty members whose diverse expertise and enthusiasm will enrich the community. Our new faculty join Saint Anselm with impressive records of teaching, research, and service. Many bring innovative approaches to the classroom, collaborative projects that engage students and a shared dedication to the college’s mission of educating the whole person. As they begin their first semester, they contribute not only their knowledge and experience but also their passion for mentoring students and advancing the liberal arts. The Anselmian community is delighted to introduce these new members of our communit and to celebrate the many ways they will inspire, challenge, and support our students. Their presence strengthens the fabric of Saint Anselm and reflects the enduring pursuit of truth, understanding, and community.
Lisa Perdigao is a Lecturer in the English & Communication Department teaching First-Year Writing. Before relocating to Massachusetts with her family, Lisa was a full professor and served as Humanities Program Chair, Assistant Provost for the Honors College, and Assistant Vice President for the Honors College at Florida Tech. She received a Ph.D. in English from Northeastern University, M.A. in English from Boston College, and B.A. in English and Philosophy from Boston College.
Department of Economics and Business “I graduated SAC in 2022, and have worked in the Aerospace and Defense industry for 3 years. I’m currently a Pricing Manager at Haigh-Farr which is located in Bedford, NH. I earned a Masters in Finance from William and Mary in 2024, and currently at Boston College for my MBA (Masters in Business Administration). I teach Financial Accounting which I believe to be foundational in the finance world, and is pivotal in understanding how money flows within a company. It has been fantastic being back at the Hilltop!”
“I am an instructor for the department of nursing. I started as a neuroscience nurse in Washington D.C. and now am trained as a Family Nurse Practitioner previously working in the community setting. I am finishing up my Doctoral of Nursing degree at the University of Connecticut, in which I focused on implementing a nursing lab incorporating dosage calculation math problems with medication administration skills.”
“I am new to the biology department and teach Human Anatomy & Physiology and Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy. My research focuses on functional morphology and biomechanics which is basically the form and function of organismal structures. I often work with invasive species because of how successful they are in their invaded environments. Some of my past projects and publications include how invasive lionfish venomous spines function in response to different forces and stresses, and how invasive apple snail shells may be affected by fluctuations in pH and temperature.”