Lance Vanderberg

Assistant Director Academic Enrichment Center & Coordinator of Academic Success

I Serve in...

Academic Enrichment MA in Higher Education

Education

• PhD, Higher Education, Indiana University
• MA, Higher Education & Student Development, Taylor University
• BS, Social Studies Education, Taylor University

Career Accomplishments

• Faculty member in the Academic Enrichment Center (2013–Present)—Joyfully working with students as an academic coach and professor.
• Collegiate XC and track coach at Taylor (2006–2019)—Five team appearances at XC nationals in a row as head coach. Career XC head coaching record of 450-87. Coached 19 NAIA All-American performances between XC and track.
• Middle school and high school teacher (2006–2011)—Taught social studies and worked as an assistant athletic director.
• Future Outstanding Educator Award from the Indiana Council for the Social Studies

Featured Scholarship

Dissertation: "The Impact of Low-Grant, High-Paying Status on Freshmen Retention." 2024.

Master's Thesis: "The Relationship Between Students' Perceptions of Academic Support and Their Willingness to Seek Support." 2013.

About

I came to Taylor as a student because I wanted to grow spiritually, academically, and athletically in the Taylor community. Since graduation, I have spent many years in both athletic and academic coaching. Within the Academic Enrichment Center, I enjoy working with students to help them reach their full potential as learners.

Outside of my role at Taylor, I look forward to spending time with my wife and two children each day. I also enjoy distance running, having fun with friends in Upland, and traveling to Lake Wisconsin and Pentwater, Michigan.