Faculty and Administration Credentials

Anderson, Kari – Chemistry

• BA, Chemistry, General, Saint Olaf College
• MS, Biochemistry, University of Michigan

Arneson, Shelli – Human Services

• BA, Sociology, General, Simpson College
• MS, Health Science, Mankato State University

Atwood, David – Mathematics

• BS, Mathematics, University of New York – Plattsburg
• MS, Mathematics:, Mankato State University Statistics Option

Baker, Mary – Nursing Assistant

• AA, Nursing, Rochester Community and Technical College

Banker, Robert – Art

• AAS, Architectural Technology, Ithaca College
• BFA, Fine/Studio Arts, Alfred University-Alfred, New York
• MFA, Art, University of Minnesota

Benson, Pamela – Computer Aided Drafting

• Diploma Precision Manufacturing, Rochester Community and Technical College Technology
• AS, Engineering, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BAS, Technology Management, Bemidji State University
• MS, Industrial Technology/Career, Bemidji State University and Technical Education

Bjorkley-Campbell, Kerri – Nursing

• AS, Nursing, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BSN, Nursing, Augsburg College
• MS, Nursing Education, Winona State University

Blake, Alan – Facility and Service Technology

• AAS, Building Utilities Mechanic, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Special Education, Augsburg University

Boyd, Jeffery – President

• AA, Criminal Justice, San Joaquin Delta College – Stockton, CA
• BA, Human Services, Judson University – Elgin, IL
• MEd, Education; Adult Education, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
• EdD, Community College Leadership, National Louis University – Chicago, IL

Brown, Teresa – Vice President of Student Affairs

• BS, Chemistry, General, South Dakota State University
• PhD, Chemistry, South Dakota State University

Bruce, Jennifer – Library

• AA, Associate of Arts, Central Lakes College
• BA, Psychology/Information Media Saint Cloud State University
• MLS, Library Science, University of Wisconsin – Madison

Buchl, John – Mathematics

• BS, Mathematics, University of North Dakota
• MEd, Mathematics, University of North Dakota

Buck, Kristin – English

• BA, English Language/Literature, Suny at Stony Brook – Stony Brook, NY General
• MA, English Language/Literature, University of Delaware General

Caflisch, Annette – Associate Dean of Nursing

• AS, Nursing, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BSN, Nursing, Graceland College
• MSN, Nursing, University of Phoenix
• EdD, Education, Argosy University

Casper, Gerald – Communication Studies

• BA, Communication/Theatre, Fort Hays State University
• MS, Communication/Theatre, Fort Hays State University

Casper, Ruth – Psychology

• BA, Psychology and Communication Fort Hays State University
• MS, Psychology (Clinical), Fort Hays State University
• PhD, Psychology (Social), University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Chew, Stacy – Nursing

• BSN, Nursing, Samuel Merritt College
• MSN, Nursing, Winona State University

Clement, Annie – Communication Studies

• BA, Communication & Theatre, South Dakota State University
• MS, Communication Studies, South Dakota State University

Cochran, Michelle – Reading

• BA, Art Saint Norbert College
• GC, Literacy Education, St. Mary’s University – Winona, MN
• MEd, Teaching and Learning, St. Mary’s University – Winona, MN

Cole, Steven – Biology

• BA, Biology/Chemistry, Westmar College
• MA, Biology/Chemistry, University of South Dakota – Vermillion
• MNS, Biology/Life Science, University of South Dakota – Vermillion

Condit, Kevin – Art

• BS, Art Teacher Education, Moorhead State University
• MA, Studio Arts, Graphic Design, Mankato State University
• MFA, Studio Arts, Interactive Design University of Minnesota – Twin Cities

Costello, Patrick – English

• BA, English, Saint Mary’s University
• MA, English, Winona State University
• Dahling, Sara – Nursing
• BSN, Nursing Practice, Bethel University
• MSN, Nursing Education, Bethel University

Davis, Aaron – Carpentry

• Diploma Carpentry, Rochester Community and Technical College
• AAS, Mechanical Design, North Iowa Area Community College
• AA, Mechanical Design, North Iowa Area Community College
• BA, Technology Education, University of Northern Iowa

Dennison, Mary – Library

• BA, European History, University of California – Los Angeles
• MLS, Library Science, University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
• MS, Special Education, Winona State University

Dimian, Atef – Political Science

• BA, Political Science, University of Minnesota – Duluth
• MA, Political Science/Govern., Mankato State University

Endel, Sarah – Mathematics

• BS, Secondary Math Education, Missouri State University
• MSC, Mathematics, University of Central Missouri

England, Leanne – Nursing

• BSN, Nursing, University of Western Ontario
• MSC, Nurse Educator, Winona State University

Finseth, Onalee – Nursing

• ADN, Nursing, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BSN, Nursing, Augsburg College
• MSN, Nursing Education, Viterbo College
• GC, Family Nurse Practitioner, Winona State University
• EdD, Higher Education Administration St. Cloud State University

Finseth, Wayne – Alcohol and Drug Counseling

• BA, Psychology, Winona State University
• MS, Community Counselor Education, Winona State University
• GC, Addiction Counseling, Winona State University
• MS, Experiential Education, Minnesota State University – Mankato
• EdD, Educational Leadership, Minnesota State University – Mankato

Finstuen, Jodie – Surgical Technology

• AAS, Surgical Technology, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Individualized Studies, Metropolitan State University

Flaig Prinsen, Bonnie – English

• BA, English, Mankato State University
• MA, English, Mankato State University

Frame, Brenda – Dean of Liberal Arts

• AA, Pre-Education, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Mathematics, St. Olaf College
• MEd, Mathematics Education, University of MN – Minneapolis
• EdD, Mathematics Education, University of Montana

Frank, Matthew – Sociology

• AA, Liberal Arts and Sciences, Rochester Community and Technical College
• AS, Liberal Studies, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Sociology, Winona State University
• MS, Sociology: Corrections, Mankato State University

Frazier, Larry – Dean of Student Success

• BS, Computational Mathematics, University of South Carolina – Upstate
• MAT, Mathematics, Webster University

Fritz, Cherie – Dental Hygiene

• AS, Dental Hygiene, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BS, Dental Hygiene/Hygienist, University of Minnesota
• MS, Dental Hygiene Education, University of Missouri – Kansas City

Froelich, Daniel – Mathematics

• BS, Chemistry, Minnesota State University – Mankato
• BS, Mathematics, Minnesota State University – Mankato
• MS, Mathematics & Statistics, Minnesota State University – Mankato

Fruth-Dugstad, Robin – Horticulture

• BS, Agriculture, General, University of Wisconsin – River Falls
• MS, Horticultural Science, Iowa State University

Fuller, Bret – English

• BA, English, Eastern Illinois University
• MA, English, Eastern Illinois University
• MAIS, History/Psychology, Western New Mexico University
• MS, Educational Administration, Eastern Illinois University
• PhD, English, University of Mississippi

Halsey, Jackie – Cancer Registry Management

• AAS, Human Resource Specialist, St. Paul Technical College
• AS, Nuclear Medical Technology, Hillsborough Community College
• BS, Business Administration, University of Wisconsin – Stout

Halverson-Wente, Lori – Communication Studies

• BA, Speech Communication and, University of Minnesota – Morris Political Science
• MA, Communication Studies, Northern Illinois University

Hammill, Tara – Healthcare Office Professional

• AAS, Medical Secretary, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Business Technology, Leadership and Education, Metropolitan State University
• MS, Career and Technical, Bemidji State University Education

Harding, Mike – Automotive Technician

• DIPL, Automotive Technician, Rochester Community and Technical College
• DIPL, Automotive Diagnostic Tech, Alexandria Technical College
• CERT, ASE Master Certified –, Automotive Service Excellence Automotive Repair

Hartz-Rubin, Jennifer – Biology

• BA, Biology, St. Olaf College
• MS, Plant Biology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• PhD, Plant Biology, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Hewerdine, Jennifer – Dean of Academic Services, Support, and Innovation

• AA, English, Arizona Western College
• BS, Park University
• MA, English Rhetoric & Composition Southern Illinois University
• PhD, English Rhetoric & Composition Southern Illinois University

Hill, Theresa – Chemistry

• BS, Chemistry, University of North Dakota
• PhD, Chemistry, University of North Dakota

Hoth, Jean – Sociology

• BA, Political Science, University of Northern Iowa
• MA, Sociology, University of Northern Iowa

Houg, Kari – Veterinary Technology

• AAS, Veterinary Technology, Ridgewater Community and Technical College

Huelsbeck, Simon – Art

• BFA, Painting, Minneapolis College of Art and Design
• MFA, Painting, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Israelson, Chad – History

• BA, History, University of Wisconsin – La Crosse
• BA, Philosophy, University of Wisconsin – La Crosse
• MA, History, University of Nebraska – Lincoln

Jacobsen, Jeffrey – Art

• BFA, Art, University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh
• MFA, Art, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Jadin, Jason – Dean of Sciences and Health Professions

• BS, Chemistry, University of Wisconsin – Steven Point
• MS, Chemistry, University of Minnesota

Johnson, Doreen – English

• BS, Business Education, Bemidji State University
• BS, General Business, St. Cloud State University
• MFA, Creative Writing, Hamline University
• MBA, Business Administration, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Jones, Bob – Vice President of Human Resources

• BS, International Business, Minnesota State University – Moorhead

Kennedy, Betsy – Nursing

• BSN, Nursing, Marquette University MSN, Psychiatric/Mental Health Svcs Boston University

Kerr, Thomas – Psychology

• AA, General Studies, Diablo Valley College
• BA, Psychology, California State University – Chico
• MA, Social Psychology, San Francisco State University

Korf, Gina – Biology

• BA, Biology, St. Catherine’s University
• PhD, Molecular Biology, University of California, San Diego

Kroeger, Joseph – Health Information Technology

• AAS, Health Information Tech., Rochester Community and Technical College
• BS, Health Information Admin., Dakota State University
• MHA, Health Administration, A. T. Still University

LaForge, Joseph – Mathematics

• BS, Economics, Northern Michigan University
• MA, Economics, University of Iowa
• MS, Mathematics, University of Iowa

LaPlante, Brian – Physical Education

• BS, Physical Education, Winona State University
• MS, Exercise/Sports Science, University of Wisconsin – La Crosse PE Teaching

Lee, Tammy – Business

• AA, Business Admin/Mgmt, Bethany Lutheran College
• BS, Business Admin/Mgmt, Mankato State University
• MBA, Business Admin/Mgmt, Mankato State University
• EdD, Education Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota

Lepper, Jeffrey – English

• BA, English, University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire
• MFA, Creative Writing, University of Idaho

Mahlberg, Jamie – Psychology

• BA, Psychology, Loras College
• MA, Psychology, University of Northern Iowa
• EdD, Educational Leadership, Minnesota State University – Mankato

Martinez, Jessie – Economics

• AA, Management, University of Maryland – Munich, GE
• BBA, Economics, Saginaw Valley State University
• MA, Economics, Central Michigan University

McCormick, Scannell – (James) English

• BA, English/German, University of Wisconsin – Madison
• MA, English, University of Wisconsin – Madison
• PhD, English, Western Michigan University

Mehra, Ajay – Health Information Technology

• AAS, Health Information Tech., Ridgewater College
• BS, Biology, University of Delhi, India
• RT, Radiologic Technology, Rice Memorial Hospital

Meier, Jason – English

• BA, English/Spanish, University of Minnesota – Duluth
• MA, English Education, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Milbrandt, Rod – Physics

• BA, Physics/Mathematics, Saint Olaf College
• MS, Physics, University of Wisconsin – Madison
• MS, Medical Physics, University of Wisconsin – Madison
• PhD, Physics, University of Wisconsin – Madison

Mohawk, Randy – Peace Officer

• AAS, Law Enforcement, Alexandria Community and Technical College
• BS, Law Enforcement, Metropolitan State University
• MS, Criminal Justice, St. Cloud State University

Musgjerd, Jean – Health

• BS, Physical Education, Bemidji State University
• MS, Physical Education: Sport Administration, Bemidji State University

Mutschelknaus, Mike – English

• BA, English, Kent State University
• MA, English, Kent State University
• EdD, Leadership, Saint Mary’s University

Newman, Dawn – Nursing

• BSN, Public Health/Comm. Nsg, Winona State University
• MSN, Organizational Leadership, Winona State University
• O’Bryan, Allan – Accounting
• BBA, Accounting, Evangel College
• MAcc, Master of Accountancy, Missouri State University

Oelfke, Alissa – Associate Vice President of Academic Operations and Institutional Effectiveness

• BS, Mathematics, Marquette University
• MBA, Ethical Leadership, Viterbo University
• PhD, Management Education, Capella University

O’Neill, Timothy – Philosophy

• BS, Philosophy, Eastern Michigan University
• MA, Philosophy, Michigan State University

Petersen, Julie – Dental Hygiene

• AAS, Dental Hygiene, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BSDH, Dental Hygiene, Metropolitan State University

Pyfferoen, Kelly – Vice President of Finance and Facilities

• BAS, Business Administration, University of Wisconsin – Stout
• MBA, Business Administration, Cardinal Stritch College

Pyfferoen, Michelle – Vice President of Academic Affairs

• AS, Liberal Arts and Science, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Business Administration, Winona State University
• MBA, Business Administration, Winona State University

Qader, Mirwais – Chief Information Officer

• BS, Computer Sciences and, University of Wisconsin – Madison Statistics
• EMBA, Executive Masters in, University of Wisconsin – Madison Business Administration

Rae, Jennifer – Psychology

• BS, Psychology, Minnesota State University – Mankato
• MA, Counseling & Psychological Services, St. Mary’s University Graduate School

Rager, Randy – Physical Education/Health

• BA, Elementary Education, University of Minnesota – Morris
• MS, Sports Management, Saint Cloud State University
• MS, Physical Education, Saint Cloud State University

Renken, Randal – Biology

• AS, Liberal Studies, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BS, Biology: Allied Health, Winona State University
• MPT, Physical Therapy, Mayo School of Health – Related Sciences

Ristau, Katie – Dental Hygiene

• AA, Dental Hygiene, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BS, Dental Hygiene, Minnesota State University – Mankato
• MS, Dental Hygiene & Public Health University of New Mexico

Robinson, Bonnie – English

• BA, English, University of North Dakota
• MA, English, University of North Dakota

Rostvold, Anthony – Art

• AS, Digital Arts: Multimedia, Rochester Community and Technical College Emphasis
• BFA, Graphic Design, University of Minnesota – Duluth MFA, Art – Graphic Design, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Rowley, Kimberly – Veterinary Technology

• BA, Biology, Saint Mary’s University
• DVM, Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Rubin, Cory – Biology

• BA, Animal Science Environmental Sciences, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• MS, Natural Resources and, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• PhD, Natural Resources and, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Environmental Sciences

Rud, Nikkilynn – Dental Assistant

• AAS, Dental Assistant, Herzing College
• BAS, Healthcare Leadership, Winona State University and Administration

Ruffin, Heather – Nursing

• BSN, Nursing Science, University of Mary
• MSN, Advanced Nursing Practice, Winona State University

Scheckel, Vincent – Peace Officer

• BS, Criminal Justice., University of Wisconsin – Platteville

Schnaedter, Mark – English

• BA, English Education, Virginia Commonwealth University
• MFA, Writing, Western Michigan University

Schultz, Carol – Dental Assistant

• DIPL, Dental Assistant, Rochester Community and Technical College
• AA, Liberal Arts & Science, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Professional Studies, Winona State University

Seaver, Paul – Facility and Service Technology

• AAS, Building Utilities Mechanical, Rochester Community and Technical College

Shea, Brandon – Philosophy, Computer Science

• BA, English, Winona State University
• MCS, Computer Science, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• PhD, Philosophy, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
• GC, Computer Programming, Harvard University, Extension

Shelerud, Mary – Nursing

• BS, Nursing, St. Xavier University
• MSN, Nursing Education, Viterbo University

Sievers, John – English

• BA, English Education, University of Northern Iowa
• MA, English, University of Minnesota
• PhD, English, University of Minnesota

Sklenicka, Heather – Chemistry

• BS, Chemistry, Drake University
• PhD, Chemistry, University of Minnesota – Twin Cities

Stanchfield, Mark – Business Office Professional

• BS, Business Education, Minnesota State University – Mankato

Steele, Brian – Art

• BFA, Photography, University of Arizona
• MFA, Studio Art (Photography), University of New Mexico

Stegge, James – Biology

• BS, Biology, Briar Cliff College
• MA, Biology, University of South Dakota

Steinberg, Jennifer – Nursing

• DIPL, Practical Nursing, MN State College Southeast
• AD, Nursing, Excelsior College
• BSN, Nursing, Excelsior College
• MS, Nursing Education, Excelsior College
• MS, Executive Leadership in Nursing University of Colorado
• PhD, Nursing, University of North Dakota

Stoltman, Nate – Executive Director of Communications-Marketing-External Relations

• BA, Communications Arts,, Wartburg College – Waverly, IA Electronic Media Emphasis
• MA, Strategic Communication, Concordia University – St. Paul, MN Management

Swintek, Amanda – Mathematics

• MS, Mathematics and Statistics, Minnesota State University – Mankato
• BS, Teaching – Mathematics, Minnesota State University – Mankato

Szucs, Suzanne – Art

• BFA, Art Photography, San Francisco Art Institute
• MFA, Art Photography, School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Tacinelli, John – Earth Science

• AS, Science, Dutchess Community College
• BS, Geology, State University of New York – Stony Brook
• MA, Geology, Binghamton University
• PhD, Geology, University of Minnesota

Theisen, Paula – Accounting

• DIPL, Accountant, Junior, Rochester Community and Technical College
• BA, Organizational Management And Communications, Concordia University
• MA, Organizational Management, Concordia University

Titus, Paul – Welding

• DIP, Welding, Minnesota State College – Southeast Technical

Tjossem, Jaime – Biology

• BS, Biology, University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire
• MS, Biology, University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire

Tweeten, Taresa – Communication Studies

• BA, Speech Communication and, Gustavus Adolphus College Theatre
• MA, Speech Communication, University of North Carolina – Greensboro

Vang, Deb – Counseling

• BS, Theatre Arts, Minnesota State University, Mankato
• MS, Counseling Personnel: College Student, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Vedamuthu, Daniel – Art

• BFA, Art, University of Wisconsin – Stout
• MA, Art, Minnesota State university – Mankato

Vrieze, Nikka – English

• BA, English, University of Regina
• MA, English, University of South Dakota

Wang, Xiaomin – Mathematics

• BS, Mathematical Sciences, East China Normal University
• MS Statistics Shanghai University of Finance and Economics
• PhD Mathematics New Mexico State University

West, Daniel – Communication Studies

• BA, Communication, Bluffton College
• MA, Rhetoric and Communication, Kent State University

Whitfield, Pamela – English

• BA English St. Andrews Presbyterian College
• MA English University of North Carolina – Greensboro
• PhD Composition & Rhetoric University of North Carolina – Greensboro

Willihnganz, Michelle – Nursing

• AA Liberal Arts Rochester Community College
• BS Nursing Winona State University
• MS Nursing University of Minnesota

Wright, Karin – Communications Studies

• BA, Speech, University of North Dakota
• MA, Speech Communication, San Diego State University

Yankowiak, Michelle – Nursing

• BS, Nursing, University of North Dakota
• MA, Nursing, Augsburg University

Yankowiak, Rick – Facility and Service Technology

• DIPL, Construction Electrician, Albert Lea Vocational College

Zirbel, Eileen – Surgical Technology

• Diploma Surgical Technology, Rochester Community and Technical College
• AA, Accounting, North Iowa Area Community College
• BA, Individualized Studies, Metropolitan State University