Department of Visual and Performing Arts

Faculty Profiles

The faculty members of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Texas Southern University are experts in their fields and passionate about nurturing creativity. Each brings a unique blend of experience and knowledge, ensuring students receive top-tier education and mentorship. From accomplished artists to seasoned performers and scholars, our faculty profiles highlight the outstanding individuals who inspire and guide the next generation of creative leaders.

Faculty Information
Dr. Elizabeth Brown-Guillory Distinguished Professor of Theatre Ph.D. English, Florida State University M.A. English, University of Louisiana at Lafayette B.A. English, University of Louisiana at Lafayette Elizabeth.Brown-Guillory@tsu.edu \| 713-313-1132 \| Roderick R. Paige Education Building #B03-E
Tené A. Carter Adjunct Professor of Theatre M.Ed. Teaching, National University B.A. Theater, Florida A&M University Tene.Carter@tsu.edu
Yvonne Casique Adjunct Professor of Art M.A. Modern Art, History, Theory, and Criticism, Azusa Pacific University B.A. Humanities w/ Cultural Studies Concentration, Art minor, University of Houston-Downtown Yvonne.Casique@tsu.edu \| John T. Biggers Art Center #112
Crystal Coulter Adjunct Professor of Art M.F.A. Painting, University of Houston B.A. Art, Psychology minor, McNeese State University Crystal.Coulter@tsu.edu
Rachel H. Dickson Assistant Professor of Theatre M.F.A. Acting, University of Illinois-Champaign M.A. Social Work, University of Houston B.S. Industrial Engineering, University of Missouri-Columbia Rachel.Dickson@tsu.edu
Mark Francis Adjunct Professor of Art M.F.A. Painting, University of Houston B.A. Studio Art, University of Houston A.A. Studio Art, Houston City College (formerly Houston Community College) Mark.Francis@tsu.edu
Rosine Kouamen Adjunct Professor of Art M.F.A. Photo and Digital Media, University of Houston B.F.A. Photography, San Francisco Art Institute B.A. Romance Languages and Internal Relations, Washington and Lee University Rosine.Kouamen@tsu.edu
David Landry Adjunct Professor of Theatre M.L.A. Drama, University of St. Thomas B.A. Drama, University of St. Thomas A.A.S. Fashion Merchandising, Houston City College (formerly Houston Community College) David.Landry@tsu.edu
Donyail Linsey Instructor of Theatre / Technical Theatre Director M.A. Theatre, Texas A&M Commerce B.A. Theatre, Texas Southern University Donyail.Linsey@tsu.edu \| Granville Sawyer Auditorium
Thomas Meloncon Associate Professor of Theatre M.A. Communications, Texas Southern University B.A. Journalism, Texas Southern University Thomas.Meloncon@tsu.edu \| 713-313-1313 \| Granville Sawyer Auditorium #313
Kingsley Onyeiwu Assistant Professor of Art M.F.A. Studio Art, Houston Baptist University B.A. Art, Texas Southern University Kingsley.Onyeiwu@tsu.edu \| 713-313-7676 \| John T. Biggers Art Center #105
Robert Riojas Visiting Instructor of Art M.F.A. Studio Art, Houston Baptist University B.A. Art, Texas Southern University Robert.Riojas@tsu.edu \| John T. Biggers Art Center #115A
Dr. Rosarito Rodríguez-González Interim Chair / Associate Professor of Theatre Ph.D. Spanish Literature, University of Houston M.F.A. Media and Performing Arts, Savannah School of Art and Design B.F.A. Theatre Education, University of Puerto Rico Rosarito.Rodriguez@tsu.edu \| 713-313-1314 \| Granville Sawyer Auditorium #301
Sloane Teagle Adjunct Professor of Theatre M.F.A. Physical Theatre, Mississippi University for Women and Academia dell’ Arte B.F.A. Theatre, Texas State University Sloane.Teagle@tsu.edu
Benito Vasquez Adjunct Professor of Theatre M.F.A. Performance and Pedagogy, Texas Tech University B.S. Applied Mathematics, Drama minor, University of Houston - Downtown Benito.Vasquez@tsu.edu
Dr. Alvia J. Wardlaw Professor of Art / University Museum Curator Ph.D. Art History, University of Texas at Austin M.A. Art History, New York University B.A. Art History, Wellesley College Alvia.Wardlaw@tsu.edu \| 713-313-7127 \| University Museum