Faculty | The University of Science and Philosophy

The Faculty

Richard Dulaney

Richard Dulaney is a Yale BA, W&M Law JD, editor, honor society member.

Margaret Ruhe

Margaret Ruhe, a longtime assistant to Lao Russell and experienced professional in finance and real estate, is dedicated to holistic living and the teachings of the Russells.

Michaela Presti

Executive Director

Michaela is an EMT-B & biologist, now Executive Director at USP since 2023.

Jeremy Boyer

Director of Curation

Jeremy is a USAF vet, Behavioral Science grad, USP speaker since 2016.

Adrianne Boyer

Operations Director

Adrianne is a psych grad, USP Director, Volunteer Coordinator, Treasurer.

Mandie Sousley

Shipping Manager

Mandie plays a key role in preserving and promoting Swannanoa’s historic legacy both professionally and personally.

Cindy Lewis

Museum Assistant

Cindy Lewis, a devoted spiritual practitioner, has served the University of Science and Philosophy for over 26 years.

THE SOLE PURPOSE OF MAN IS TO MANIFEST HIS CREATOR

A World Home-Study University for Self-Transcendency founded by Walter and Lao Russell, to teach new knowledge of the nature of MAN and his UNIVERSE through Universal Law, Natural Science and Living Philosophy.“ In vain we build the city if we do not first build the Man.” - Edwin Markham

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Adrianne Boyer
Jane Ellen Dixon
John Oliver
Margaret Ruhe
Matthew B. Presti
Richard A. Dulaney
Samuel C. Spicher
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HONORARY MEMBERS

Michael P. Hudak
Emilia L. Lombardi
Chief Melford Okilo
Joseph B. Yount III
James L. Haines, Esq.
William C. Cranwell

The Founders

Walter and Lao Russell

Find out more information about Walter and Lao Russell