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Administrative Offices


Stephen Livesay

Dr. LivesayBryan's seventh president, Dr. Livesay came to the college in February 2003, bringing with him ten years of administrative and teaching experience at Belhaven College, Jackson, MS, and seven years teaching experience at Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA.  Prior to that he taught history and Bible and coached cross country and basketball at a Christian high school in Michigan.

During his tenure at Bryan, the college has experienced a period of significant growth, including the addition of graduate programs, expansion of undergraduate offerings, increased outreach to the community and area, and growth of physical facilities. He developed Vision 2020, a plan to guide Bryan’s growth through the next decade, which includes increasing traditional undergraduate enrollment to 1200, with an additional 3000 students enrolled in graduate and non-traditional programs.

Dr. Livesay earned his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, an M.A. from Oakland University in Michigan, and a B.S. degree from Bob Jones University. He serves on the boards of the International Institute for Christian Studies, the Tennessee Independent Colleges and University Association, and the Association of Christian Schools International,and hosts a weekly radio broadcast, Life Today.  He and his wife Corinne live in Dayton and have three grown children.


Bradford Sample

Dr. Bradford SampleSelected as Academic Vice President in September 2009, Bradford Sample works with the faculty to craft, deliver, and assess excellent academic programs for students on both the Dayton traditional campus and at sites serving non-traditional students. Dr. Sample serves on the President’s Cabinet and chairs the Academic Council.

Dr. Sample previously worked at Indiana Wesleyan University (2003-2009) in various roles including Dean of the College of Adult & Professional Studies, Director of Liberal Arts Programs, and as an adjunct professor of history. Prior to 2003, Dr. Sample worked as a Research Associate and as Director of Development for University College, Indiana University—Purdue University at Indianapolis (1999-2003).

Bradford holds a Ph.D. in History from Purdue University, an M.A. in History from Indiana University, and a B.A. in History and Political Science, also from Indiana University. Bradford hails from the mighty “metropolis” of Cloverdale, Indiana, and met his wife, Michelle, at Indiana University—Bloomington. They live with their two children in Dayton, Tennessee. 


Blake Hudson

Vice President for Advancement since January 2009, Blake Hudson is responsible for overseeing all fundraising, alumni relations, public relations, and publications of the College. He is a member of the President's Executive Cabinet.

Before coming to Bryan, he served as vice president for advancement at Patrick Henry College in Purcellville, Va., and was director of development for the Bagley College of Engineering at Mississippi State University. He and his wife Karla also served on the staff of Campus Crusade for Christ for seven years.

He is a graduate of Mississippi State University with a degree in industrial engineering. Blake and Karla homeschool their five children and live in the Dayton community.


Michael Sapienza

Appointed Vice President for Enrollment Management in January 2009, Michael Sapienza oversees the offices of Admissions and Financial Aid and directs campus wide retention efforts. He is a member of the President’s Executive Cabinet.

Michael came to Bryan in January 2004 as Financial Aid Director and has since served as Director of Admissions and Financial Aid and Director of Enrollment Management. Prior to coming to Bryan, he served as Assistant Director of Financial Aid at Tennessee Temple University. He has also served as Assistant Administrator of a small, private Christian school.

He is a graduate of Franklin Pierce College with a degree in financial management and has completed all coursework for an M.A. in communication from Spring Arbor University. Michael and his wife Claudia moved to Tennessee from New England in the summer of 2001 and currently live just north of Dayton with their two children. 


Vance Berger

MR. BergerVance Berger has served at Bryan College as Vice President for Finance since September 2002. He oversees the financial operation of the college as well as the athletic and human resources departments. He is a member of the President's Executive Cabinet.

Vance has a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Indianapolis and a theology degree from Baptist Bible College in Springfield, MO. He is a CPA.

Vance was a business administrator and executive administrator of a church and Christian school from 1971 to August 2002. He and his wife Connie live in Dayton and have two married sons and five grandchildren.

Tim Hostetler

Mr. HostetlerTim Hostetler has served Bryan College as Vice President of Operations since 2000. He oversees the various areas of the college operations including the Office of Physical Plant, Information Technology Services, Summer Conferences and Pool program, Food Service, Bookstore, Mailroom and Construction Services. He is a member of the President’s Executive Cabinet.

Tim came to Bryan in September 1987 as an Admissions Counselor and has since served as Director of Financial Aid and Executive Director of Operations. Prior to coming to Bryan, he served as Assistant Director of a camp for military officers in Pennsylvania. He has also served as the Administrator of a small private Christian school in the Dayton area.

He is a graduate of Bryan College with a degree in business administration. Tim and his wife Anita currently live in Evensville, Tennessee, with their three children.


Peter Held

Dr. HeldDr. Peter Held has served Bryan College as Vice President for Student Life since 1994. He oversees the various areas of student life including spiritual formation, residence life, social life, and student services. He is a member of the President’s Executive Cabinet and teaches in the Bible department.

Before coming to Bryan, Dr. Held was Dean of Students and professor of Bible and theology at Southeastern Bible College in Birmingham, AL (1979-1994), and Headmaster for North Hills Christian Schools in Salisbury, North Carolina (1975-1979). He has served as adjunct professor for Dallas Theological Seminary.

Dr. Held earned his Ed.D. from the University of Alabama, an M.A.E. from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a B.S. degree from John Brown University. He is an active member of the Association for Christians in Student Development and the Evangelical Theological Society. He and his wife Robin live in Dayton and have two married daughters.