Amy Shank

My Office Hours

Fall 2023

Monday/Wednesday–11:15-3:15
or by appointment virtually or in person

Classes I Teach

Fall 2023 Classes:

BIO 2710: Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 2720: Anatomy and Physiology I Lab
BIO 2900: Cell Biology
BIO 4710: Immunology
IIT 1000: University Experience
BME 4000: Advanced Cadaver

Additional Classes:

BIO 2730: Anatomy and Physiology II
BIO 2740: Anatomy and Physiology II Lab
BIO 3000: Genetics
BIO 3600: Pathophysiology
BIO 4750: Pharmacogenomics

My Academic Advising Roles

Biomedical Engineering Program (BME)

Educational Background

Master of Biology
Bachelor of Biology
Certificate in Pharmacogenomics
Certificate in Epigenetics
Certificate in Biochemistry

Professional Experience

I have more than 30 years of combined teaching experience in biological sciences and am starting my 14th year at Indiana Tech teaching 10 biological courses primarily for biomedical engineers, biology, and exercise science students. I may be best known for my work with the cadavers in anatomy, advanced cadaver course, and BME cadaver trials.

Publications/Presentations

Biology 101 Lab Manual for Ivy Tech Community College Northeast. Christine Barlow, Casey Kashner, and Amy Shank, Pearson., 2015.

Biology 101 Lab Manual for Ivy Tech Community College Northeast. Christine Barlow, Casey Kashner, and Amy Shank, Pearson., 2014.

Biology 101 Lab Manual for Ivy Tech Community College Northeast. Christine Barlow, Casey Kashner, and Amy Shank, Pearson., 2009.

Nofsinger, John and Shank, Corey. The Biology of Investing. Routledge 2020. Co-editor and research consultant.

Why I Teach

My passion for teaching is rooted in my belief in relationship-based education. The best part of my job is getting to know and interact with students. I enjoy getting to know students in and out of the classroom as they become part of my extended family and grow and mature into successful and productive members of their communities. I have students in class for four years, but continue to keep in contact with them long after they graduate. Many of my students become close friends that I see get married, have kids, and travel with.

Additional Information

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends including my son, Corey, and grandson, Toby. If I’m not spending time with my grandson, I love to travel to experience different cultures, people, food, and adventures. Some of my favorite trips include South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Thailand, Costa Rica, Greece, Croatia, and so many more.