Jerry Nuesell enters his second season as head cross country coach at Peace College. He began service to the college in September 2008 as the associate dean for advising and retention.

Nuesell has participated in long-distance running for over 20 years, having completed 12 marathons and numerous half-marathons, as well as 5k and 10k races.

He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from New York University, a Master of Science in Education degree in Educational Psychology from Fordham University, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Educational Psychology from the City University of New York. In completing his doctoral studies, Nuesell wrote extensively on the phenomenon of choking under pressure in athletic competition.

While rigorous physical preparation is at the core of his training philosophy, the importance of mental preparation and toughness is also greatly emphasized.