Golf Faculty

Kiran Kanwar, Chairperson to the Professional Golf & Golf Management Program

Email: kkanwar@stanton.edu

Dr. Kiran Kanwar serves as the Program Chair of the Golf Department at Stanton University, where she is, amongst other roles, involved in curriculum development for the Professional Golf and Golf Complexes Management degree program. She also teaches a variety of golf-related subjects as well as some general education science and English courses.

She believes in having the best-in-class curricula for every course she develops and is passionate about everything she does, including getting students motivated and excited about any course they take. She has a Ph.D. in Kinesiology (Biomechanics and Anatomy) and an M.S. in Sports Science and Nutrition. She has been a golf instructor for over 33 years and is an LPGA Master golf instructor who has won the women’s national amateur golf championship in India.

Dr. Kanwar has researched the golf swing for over 29 years and developed the Minimalist Golf Swing System for full-swing and short game which has been shown through research to improve performance and reduce injury risk. Her goal is to help all skill levels of golfers enjoy golf more through playing better. Her academic goal is also linked to this, as she hopes to engender a love of golf in all her students.

Adriana Sekulovic, PhD

Email: a.sekulovic@stanton.edu

Dr. Adriana Sekulovic is a sociologist, researcher, author, and educator. Her teaching specializations are sociology of deviance; sociology of professions; sociology of sport; social problems; intersection between gender, race, ethnicity and crime; and quantitative and qualitative research methods in social sciences. Her overarching pedagogical goal is to help students become active participants in a constantly evolving social dialogue with others.

Her courses stress the value of theoretical frameworks, social processes and empirical application in local, national, and global contexts that call for an integration of the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Lori Corrente, MS

Email: l.corrente@stanton.edu

Ms. Lori Corrente holds a Master of Science in Sport Psychology degree from California Southern University. She completed her undergraduate education with degrees from California State University, Fresno with a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology degree and an Associate in Science degree, Liberal Arts from Pasadena City College. She was a member of the Pasadena City College Women’s golf team and is a lifelong participant in the game of golf. She continues her education in golf by maintaining memberships in the United States Golf Teachers Federation and the Association of Applied Sport Psychology.

Lori has found coaching juniors and other golfers of all ages highly rewarding because it allows her to not only pass on her knowledge of the game, but to also use her mental skills training and developmental psychology education to guide students through the challenges of golf as metaphors for life – and keep it fun!

As an adult learner, Lori understands the academic and personal challenges of this age group. Although one may be just starting out, or returning after other life obligations, navigating college whilst balancing life, work, and family to achieve goals in a successful and realistic manner does not have to be overwhelming. Lori looks forward to working with students of all backgrounds and skill levels to achieve their goals.

Sinan Cem Tanik, MA

Email: stanik@stanton.edu

Sinan Tanik has Master of Science in coaching and exercise sciences (MSCE) and Master of Arts degree in coaching and athletics administration (MCAA) degrees from Concordia University, Irvine. He received his Bachelor of Science in Economics degree from Anadolu University in Turkey.

He played volleyball professionally in Europe for 18 years. He was the captain of the Turkish National team where he served 11 years as a player. He has earned many national and international championships and awards in the course of his professional career. He had captained teams in five different countries with diverse cultures.

Sinan also has a 4th level Turkish Volleyball Federation Coaching diploma, FIVB Level 2, and USAV CAP Il coaching certificates. Sinan is married, and has a son and a daughter.

Elizabeth Younglove, MS

Email: e.younglove@stanton.edu

Ms. Elizabeth has taught at the college level for four years. While teaching at the
college level, she also coached indoor women’s volleyball and beach volleyball at the
college level. Elizabeth attended Concordia University Irvine, where she played on the
women’s volleyball team. She was a setter for Concordia when they won the National
Championship. She graduated from Concordia with her bachelor’s in psychology and a
MA in Coaching and Athletic Administration.

Currently, Elizabeth is an active California Realtor and enjoys coaching club volleyball,
as well.

Francis Larkin, BA

Email: f.larkin@stanton.edu

Francis Larkin graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Electrical Engineering. After 10 years working in Aerospace, Frank changed careers and earned membership in The Professional Golf Association of America.

Frank has 30+ years Golf teaching experience working with all levels of play:  Juniors, seniors, women and handicapped, beginner to professional. He is an accomplished player, attending PGA Tour School and playing events on Golden State Tour and Southern California PGA Section tournaments.

Chad Hackman, BA

Email: chackman@stanton.edu

Chad Hackman is the General Manager at Shandin Hills Golf Club where he is responsible for the operation and business of this golf facility. He had gained firsthand experience in the golf business when he had worked as a cart attendant, golf shop assistant, and course maintenance, banquet captain, food & beverage manager, and assistant general manager.

He received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration from California State University, San Bernardino in 1996.

Michael McClean, BA

Email: mmcclean@stanton.edu

Michael McClean has graduated Cum Laude in Sports Management in 2016 and has three certifications from the Titleist Performance Institute. He has been the Head Coach for Men’s and Women’s Golf for 8 years and received the College Coach of the Year in 2019. He has 20 years of experiencing in teaching professional golf and also has 20 years in the golf business with a varied experience working at public, private, and resort courses.

Ken Fox, BA

Email: kfox@stanton.edu

Mr. Ken Fox began his golf career at the age of five and enjoyed an extensive junior and collegiate amateur golf career. For decades, he has served as a private golf instructor to players of every skill level, from beginners to seasoned professionals.

Ken is an expert in all mental and physical aspects of the game, with an innate ability to quickly and clearly convey specific knowledge for the immediate benefit of each student. He incorporates a proven blend of psychological and course management techniques, precise golf techniques, and physical training exercises in order to maximize his students’ success.

Ken received his B.A. in Economics, from the University of California, Los Angeles.