University Team
Serving You So You Can Help Serve Others
Please meet our devoted staff members who lovingly provide service and support to our students and graduates worldwide. Now you can see the happy faces behind email communications and telephone calls.
The university staff gathered to have their pictures taken for our new administration office Honor Wall that honors all those who contributed to making a dream come true of owning our own office suites, which helps to continue the legacy of Dr. Paul Leon Masters and IMM. Because we work remotely, we have not had the opportunity to all be together since before the COVID lockdown two years ago. Everybody also had the chance to meet Jordan and welcome him into the IMM university family. Unfortunately, we were missing one staff member. Angie could not make it to Sedona for this shoot. She was missed.
Our Administrative Office Suites
We invite you to take a Google 360 tour of our Administrative Office Suites and the surrounding area. Click on the arrows to move around the office, and click and drag to explore further in each room. Don’t forget to use the windows and doors to tour the outside surrounding area and to visit the Jack Jamesen Memorial Park. To view the memorial park, click through the front door and continue clicking through the parking lot in the direction of the flags.
Some of our University Staff gathered outside our Administrative Suites in Sedona, Arizona.
If you have any questions regarding your studies, please don’t hesitate to contact us directly. We care and want you to have the best experience possible as you begin your journey with us and feel valued and supported. Email: uom@metaphysics.com. You can also reach us with any general questions Telephone: 928 203 0730 or Toll-Free 888 866 4685, or through our website chat feature. Please scroll down this page to access the staff directory.
Board of Directors
President, Michelle Behr; Vice President, Dick Caldwell; Secretary, Constance Patrick
Celebrating the Official Opening of Our New Administration Office Suites on May 20, 2022
Rev. Michelle-Angela Behr, B.Msc.
President, International Metaphysical Ministry
CEO and Chairperson of the Board of Directors
Raised in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, Michelle’s worldview was shaped early on by a close Zulu childhood friend who introduced her to the depth, richness, and simplicity of African traditions and spirituality. Growing up amidst diverse religious beliefs within her own family, she developed a deep appreciation for tolerance and compassion, recognizing that distinct paths often share a common destination.
Living through the Rhodesian Bush War underscored the profound truth that what affects one affects us all—an understanding later deepened by the teachings of Dr. Paul Leon Masters.
In the 1980s, Michelle launched her professional career in banking and finance, eventually moving to Harare to join a merchant bank. She later relocated to South Africa to be near family, going on to spend the next 15 years building robust marketing and management experience across both domestic and international markets.
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Driven by a desire to broaden her global perspective and professional experience, Michelle relocated to England for a year before returning to South Africa to join a multinational corporation. Her upbringing in Africa, combined with more than two decades in international business, marketing, and management, cultivated deep multicultural awareness and a comprehensive understanding of how global social, political, and economic systems intersect.
In 2000, destiny brought Michelle to Los Angeles, California, where she met Dr. Masters. His metaphysical teachings resonated profoundly, reinforcing her conviction in universal connectedness. This experience ignited a lifelong passion to explore metaphysics, world and indigenous religions, higher consciousness, meditation, healing modalities, theocentric psychology, and practical mysticism across diverse spiritual traditions.
Michelle began her journey with the University of Metaphysics as a volunteer administrative clerk, quickly transitioning into a full-time role. Working across every department provided her with an intimate understanding of the university’s operations. In 2004, when Dr. Masters relocated the organization’s administrative headquarters to Sedona, Arizona, he invited Michelle to serve as office manager. She accepted, moved to Arizona, and soon advanced to Administrative Director of the International Metaphysical Ministry (IMM) and its educational divisions, the University of Metaphysics and the University of Sedona.
Recognizing her dedication and capability, Dr. Masters designated Michelle as his successor. Following his transition in January 2016, she stepped forward to carry out his vision for the ministry. Having worked alongside Dr. Masters for sixteen years, Michelle possessed firsthand insight into his future plans and his enduring legacy. She witnessed his steadfast commitment to keeping his teachings affordable and accessible worldwide. Today, her mission is to ensure those timeless teachings continue to reach spiritual seekers globally with integrity, while preserving the core essence and standards of the International Metaphysical Ministry.
Beyond her administrative leadership, Michelle is deeply committed to African wildlife preservation and local community service. She is an active supporter of community initiatives, having served with the Rotary Club of Sedona and volunteered with the Sedona Hospice Accord. Living the Rotarian ideal of “Service Above Self,” she often reflects on Dr. Masters’ words: “The more you are of service to others, the more the energy of Divine Love—God’s Love—transforms your consciousness and identity from personal to universal.”
Click to view the 2026 IMM International Convention Interview with Michelle Angela Behr, B.Msc.
Click to view a video by Yavapai Broadcasting’s Health, Wealth & Happiness TV segment – featuring Rev. Michelle-Angela Behr, B.Msc.
Dr. Richard P. (Dick) Caldwell, D.Min.
Board Director, International Metaphysical Ministry
Dr. Caldwell first met Dr. Masters in 1994 after careers as a musician/entertainer, motivational speaker, TV personality and Executive Director of a Big Brothers agency. He felt an immediate connection with Dr. Masters, began attending services, and received his first IMM degree in 1996. This led to a personal and professional relationship that spanned over 20 years including the privilege of being an associate minister at Dr. Masters’ University Church in Las Vegas and having him as a mentor and friend.
Dick also obtained a Doctor of Religious Studies from Emerson Theological Institute and served churches in Oakhurst, California; Calgary Alberta, Canada; Grand Junction, Colorado; Sheridan, Wyoming, and was the founder and minister of the Life Enrichment Center of Southern Vermont. He is the author of two books, as well as a CD.
Click to view a video: What You Can Expect – featuring Dr. Richard Caldwell, D.Min.
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He is a past-president of the Wantastiquit Rotary Club, past-national president of the Canadian Progress Club where he was inducted into the Progress Hall of Fame, served on the Board of Directors of the Volunteer Center in Sheridan, Wyoming, and in 1979 won the World Speaking Competition of the 140,000-member Toastmasters International.
His ministry now is mainly officiating wedding ceremonies, and he recently performed his 400th wedding.
Over the years, Dr. Caldwell maintained his close ties with IMM. He has attended every convention since 1995, and for many conventions has participated as a performer, speaker, and MC, as well as organizing speakers and entertainers.
He says his greatest honor was presenting the Eulogy at the celebration of Dr. Masters’ life in January 2016, and knowing his wisdom and love still guides us.
Constance Patrick, B.A.Ed.
Vice President, International Metaphysical Ministry
After several years in Education as both an Instructor and Department Chair, Constance moved into the business arena. She navigated her career through several industries: hotels, catalogs, health solutions, AAA, and prescription services.
Constance’s passion for developing front line employees drew her into industries where she could enhance the employee’s commitment to excellence and have an impact on the customer’s quality of life, as well.
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Her business strengths include training and facilitation, project management, customer relationship development, and implemented Leadership and Customer Service Mastery programs.
When working with AARP, she recruited and trained volunteers to assist adults 50+ re-enter the workforce.
Constance has a B. A. Ed. from Arizona State University, with advanced studies in English, Education, and Psychology. She earned certification in Human Resources, in being a Travel Agent, and as a Feng Shui consultant. She has been a speaker at many conferences on aging, and for her Feng Shui consulting services at The Women’s Expo (Nashville, TN), as well as taught Feng Shui.
In the last few years, Constance has also pursued her creative interests presenting her poetry, monologues, and short stories as a “spoken word” artist she performs with Red Earth Theatre, The Prose and Poetry Project, and Parangello Players. In the last 5 years she has published 5 books on Amazon (2 poetry, 2 haiku, and a short short stories book considered “cozy thrillers”).
Spiritually, she believes we are all part of Source, thus “we are all one”. Constance also says she is a practitioner of Buddhist principles, of living daily in an energy of loving kindness and compassion. She reads about the spiritual practice of the Sikhs because their path is about aligning with one Creative Source, and that all paths lead to that one Source.
Constance also reads the work of Eckhart Tolle and says she frequently refers to three of his ideas: non-attachment, non-judgment, and non-resistance as they give her a keen sense of awareness and mindfulness, and they lead her to deeper non-attachment, of being free of “all views” and allow all things to fit as they are.
Linda S. Caldwell
Board Director, International Metaphysical Ministry
Linda Caldwell, nee Lepley, was born and raised in Wichita, Kansas. She attended the University of Kansas in Lawrence, graduating in 1968 with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in advertising. She began her career in hotel convention sales in 1980 at the Hyatt Regency in Kansas City. In 1987, while attending a convention of Meeting Professionals in Winnipeg, she met Richard (Dick) Caldwell. They married in 1988, and she immigrated to Canada.
Linda was instrumental in establishing a provincial chapter of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) in Alberta. She served as Board Chair for the initial two years of the Club’s existence, which included meeting industry leaders from both Calgary and Edmonton and member suppliers (hotel, professional meeting planners, etc.), and she helped recruit the required number of members to charter. She served as their Charter President for the initial two years.
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In 1995, the Caldwells relocated to the states. Since then, Linda has served as National Sales Manager/Director of Sales for hotels and resorts throughout the United States, including Bally’s and Desert Inn in Las Vegas and Stratton Mountain Inn in Vermont. She has partnered with and assisted meeting and travel professionals throughout the country to ensure the success of their conferences and travel.
In 2002, Linda earned her Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) designation. Since IMM’s move to Sedona, Linda has assisted her husband, Dr. Dick Caldwell, in the planning and organization of the IMM Conventions and Graduations.
In late 2012, the Caldwells moved to Texas to be close to family. Linda became active in the Victoria Rotary Club and served as their Secretary from 2013 to 2021. She was elected Club President from 2021-2022 and served for one year as the Secretary of the Club’s foundation. As Rotary Club President, she was instrumental in raising funds to purchase a 15’ town clock to promote the Club’s 100th anniversary.
During her presidential year, she also established a 1/8-acre pollination garden at the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent. Additionally, during that year, she raised funds to purchase ten pairs of specialty shoes for Veterans unable to afford the cost of the much-needed orthopedic footwear.
Linda is a three-time Paul Harris Fellow. She always uses the Four-Way Test to guide her decision-making: “Is it the truth? Is it fair to all concerned? Will it build goodwill and better friendships? Will it benefit all concerned?”
University Staff Directory – Administration
Rev. Michelle Behr, B.Msc., University President
All University Matters, including General Questions Regarding Curriculum, Tuition, Student ID Cards, Scholarship Information, etc.
David Adamus, Student Accounts
Student Accounts Posting, Contact Updates Legal Name Changes, Enrollment Assistance
Dr. Monica Brillhart, Ph.D., Ministerial Specialist
Vows & Agreements, Minister ID Cards, Affiliation Payments, Bachelor’s Diplomas
Rev. Linda Mae Costello, IMM Accountant
Karen Moe, Student Accounts
Billing, Payment Transactions, Start/Update Automatic Monthly Payments, Doctors’ Oaths
Thesis and Dissertation Department
Angie Ringel, Thesis/Dissertation Advisor
Jordan R. Walker, D.Phil., Thesis/Dissertation Advisor
Anita, Graphic Designer
Web & Print Graphics, Shipping, Graduates in Action Profiles
Mauricio, Webmaster
Web Development, Maintenance, and Website Updates
Administration
General Office Contact
uom@metaphysics.com
General Questions Regarding Curriculum, Tuition, Student ID Cards, Scholarship Information, etc.
Through decades of passionate commitment and devotion to the metaphysical ministry, Dr. Masters built a strong and enduring foundation. Its Board of Directors, officers, and support staff continue his legacy, working together with loyalty and dedication to perpetuate the teachings of Dr. Masters’ Metaphysical Ministry into the far distant future. In 2019, the organization celebrates its 60th anniversary and looks forward to the expansion and evolution of the Universities.
