Cummins, Joseph: - Lauren Cummins is a published professor of education and coordinator of graduate programs in curriculum and instruction at her university. Joseph Cummins is a licensed clinical counselor with a background in epidemiology and substance abuse research, as well as a college instructor of human services. The two are happily married with two adult sons, both of whom have spouses of their own. They currently live with their dog, Baxter, and they are proud to have built a life with a Christ-focused center, treasuring every individual as a gift to the world.