President
Joel Pedersen, President; 2024
B.A., Buena Vista University; M.S.E., Drake University; Ed.S. Drake University
Abby Geving-Donald, Assistant to the President; 2023
B.A., University of Minnesota; M.A., Morningside College; additional coursework at Buena Vista University
Performing Arts
Lindsay Dalrymple, Director of Performing Arts and Leadership Series/Auditorium Manager; 2014
B.S., Waldorf University
Lawrence Guadagnoli, Auditorium Technical Director; 2016
B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Cassidy Allison, Performing Arts and Leadership Series Technical Assistant; 2022
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Minnesota State University – Mankato
Mariah Piippo, Performing Arts and Leadership Series Assistant Director; 2023 A.A., A.S.,
North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Academic Affairs
Dr. Laurel Klinkenberg, Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Learning; 2023
B.M.E./M.T., Wartburg College; M.S., Iowa State University; Ed Specialist, Drake University; Ph.D., Iowa State University
Dan Rosacker, John V. Hanson Career Center Director; 2023
B.A. University of Northern Iowa; M.A. Buena Vista University
Jody Fink, Academic Administrative Assistant – Business, Humanities, Human & Public Services; 1985
A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Cindy Holland, Charles City Career Center Director/Instructor, 2024
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Finance & Management, Waldorf College; M.B.A. University of Phoenix
Laura Holtz, Academic Administrative Assistant - Health Sciences and STEM; 2012
Certificate, North Iowa Area Community College; A.S.B, North Iowa Area Community College; Graduate of La James College
Erica McBride, Online Learning Coordinator and Instructional Designer; 2015
A.A. North Iowa Area Community College; L.P.N., Hawkeye Community College; B.A., Ashford University
Meagen Wentz, Pathways to Success Project Director – Title III; 2023
A.A, North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Drake University; M.S., Western Illinois University
Katie Williams; Administrative Assistant – Academic Affairs; 2023
Rachel Wumkes; Academic Administrative Assistant – Agriculture & Skilled Trades; 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Academic Faculty
Agriculture
Dr. Laura Wood, Agriculture and Skilled Trades Division Chair; 1990
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University; M.S., Drake University; Ed.D., University of Wisconsin-Stout; additional course work at Iowa State University
Joel Morrical, Animal Science Instructor, 2015
B.S., Iowa State University; M.S., Iowa State University
Kevin Muhlenbruch, Agronomy Instructor; 1988
B.S., Iowa State University
Business
Joe Davis, Business, Humanities, and Human & Public Services Division Chair; 2000
B.A., Mount Mercy College; M.A., Northern Michigan University; additional course work at Iowa State University
Kevin Diehl, Accounting Instructor; 2022
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M. Acc., University of Northern Iowa; J.D., University of Iowa
Sheryl Fitzpatrick, CMA, Business Instructor; 2010
A.A.S., Iowa Lakes Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University; M.B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Diane Frank, Business Instructor; 2003
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Morningside College; M.B.A., Upper Iowa University; additional course work at Buena Vista University, University of Northern Iowa, and American Military University
Jeanne McCurnin, Business Instructor; 1990
A.A., North Dakota State College of Science; B.S., Minnesota State University-Moorhead; M.A., Morningside College; additional coursework at University of Iowa and Drake University
Justin Peters, Economics Instructor; 2020
M.B.A., Upper Iowa University
Jayson Ryner, Entrepreneurship Instructor; 2001
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.M.E., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.B.A., New York Institute of Technology; additional course work at University of Northern Iowa
Health Sciences
Dr. Whitney Johnston, Health/STEM Division Chair, 2022
A.D.N, North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N., Mount Mercy University; M.S.N, University of Iowa; D.N.P., University of Iowa
Dr. Susan Callanan, Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor; 2000
B.S., Iowa State University; D.P.T., Creighton University; additional course work at Iowa State University and University of Iowa
Emily Curry, Associate Degree Nursing Instructor; 2023
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N., Western Governor’s University; additional course work at Western Governor’s University
Stephanie Daugard, Associate Degree Nursing Instructor; 2022
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., Minnesota State University – Mankato; B.S.N., Walden University; M.S.N., Walden University
LeAnn Eckhardt, Medical Assistant and Associate Degree Nursing Instructor; 2016
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N. and M.S.N., University of Iowa
Sally Ferch, Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor; 2019
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Barbara Godfrey, Health Simulation Coordinator; 2021
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N., University of Iowa
Holly Hendrikson, Practical Nursing Instructor; 2014
A.A., A.S. and A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N. and M.S.N., Chamberlain College of Nursing
Brandi Hiscocks, Practical Nursing Instructor; 2004
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N., Winona State University; additional course work at University of Iowa and University of Northern Iowa
Alexandra Seibert, Associate Degree Nursing Instructor; 2021
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; B.S.N. and M.S.N., Western Governor’s University
Laura Studer, Associate Degree Nursing Instructor; 2021
B.S.N., Mount Mercy University; M.S.N., Walden University
Humanities
Joe Davis, Business, Humanities, and Human & Public Services Division Chair/Composition Instructor; 2000
B.A., Mount Mercy College; M.A., Northern Michigan University; additional course work at Iowa State University
Blake Estep, Composition/English Instructor, 2024
B.A., Georgia State University, M.A., University of Tennessee; Ph.D., University of Missouri
Joel Everist, Vocal Music Instructor/Director of Choral Activities; 2023
B.A., Gustavus Adolphus College, M.M., Northwestern University
Sethanne DeGabriele, Communication Skills Instructor; 2001
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., University of Northern Iowa
Kong Ho, Art Instructor; 2023
B.A. (Hons), Chinese University of Hong Kong; M.F.A., Texas Tech University; U.S. Fulbright Scholar (2010)
Dr. Robert Mulcahy, Composition/English Instructor; 2019
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., University of Toronto; Ph.D., The Ohio State University
Borden Plunkett, Communication Skills Instructor; 1993
B.S., Southern Illinois University; M.S., Southern Illinois University
Derrick Snead, Instrumental Music Instructor, 2024
B.M.E., Armstrong Atlantic State University; M.A., Fielding Graduate University; Additional coursework at University of South Carolina
Megan Young, Composition/Speech Instructor, 2024
B.A., University of Iowa; M.A., Grand Canyon University
Human & Public Services
Joe Davis, Business, Humanities, and Human & Public Services Division Chair/Composition Instructor; 2000
B.A., Mount Mercy College; M.A., Northern Michigan University; additional course work at Iowa State University
Tracie Dedor, Education and Early Childhood Instructor; 2023
B.A. and M.A., Concordia University-Nebraska
Jeffery Fick, Criminal Justice/Sociology Instructor; 2021
B.S. and M.S., Ferris State University
Kacy Larson, Education/Psychology Instructor; 1993
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.S., Winona State University; additional course work at Colorado State University, American Public University, and University of Northern Iowa
Dr. Jeff Platt, Psychology Instructor; 1997
B.A., St. Ambrose University; M.S., Iowa State University; Ph.D. Iowa State University
Bennett Smith, History/Political Science Instructor; 2014
B.S., Iowa State University; M.A., Colorado Christian University; M.A., Iowa State University; additional course work at Dallas Theological Seminary, and University of Iowa
Kelly Smith Arickx, Psychology/Counseling Instructor; 2022
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Morningside College; M.S.W., University of Northern Iowa; additional course work at University of Colorado – Colorado Springs and Liberty University
Jason Surratt, Sociology Instructor; 2023
M.A., University of Northern Iowa; B.A. University of Northern Iowa; additional coursework at University of Iowa.
Skilled Trades
Dr. Laura Wood, Agriculture and Skilled Trades Division Chair; 1990
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University; M.S., Drake University; Ed.D., University of Wisconsin-Stout; additional course work at Iowa State University
Ryan Bochmann, Welding Instructor; 2010
Diplomas, North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Joe Cockrum, Tool and Die Technology Instructor; 2019
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Robert Franken, Industrial Automation & Robotics Instructor; 2008
Alloy Fusion, Machine, and Industrial Service Technology Training, Hawkeye Community College
Robert Heimbuch, Automotive Services Technology Instructor; 1999
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; A.S.E. Certified Automobile Master Technician; additional course work at Iowa State University
Gregg Helmich, Building Trades Instructor; 2007
B.S., Murray State University; additional coursework at Western Kentucky University, Central Southeastern Missouri State University, Drake University, and OSHA Outreach Trainer
Robert Hermann, Automotive Services Technology Instructor; 2018
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College, A.S.E. Certified Automobile Master Technician
Kevin Losee, Tool and Die Technology Instructor; 2006
A.A.S., Southeastern Community College; A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, U.S. DOL; additional course work at University of Northern Iowa
Craig Johnson, Advanced Manufacturing/Welding Instructor & Developer, 2024
B.S., Central Michigan University; M.S., Grand Valley State University
Brian Mason, Industrial Maintenance Instructor; 2009
Journeyman Tool and Die Maker, U.S. DOL; additional course work at Waldorf and North Iowa Area Community College
Jason Ott, Heating and Air Conditioning Technology Instructor; 2007
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; additional course work at University of Northern Iowa
Dennis Salz, Diesel Technology Instructor; 2015
A.A., Lincoln Technical Institute
Sawyer Smith, Construction Instructor/Developer, 2024
Building Trades Diploma, North Iowa Area Community College
Ryan Strom, Advanced Manufacturing and Welding Instructor/Regional Centers Instructor; 2021
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
STEM
Dr. Whitney Johnston, Health/STEM Division Chair, 2022
A.D.N, North Iowa Area Community College; B.S.N., Mount Mercy University; M.S.N, University of Iowa; D.N.P., University of Iowa
David Bernemann, Engineering/Mathematics Instructor; 1999
B.S., University of Iowa; M.S., West Virginia University; additional course work at Iowa State University
Gretchen Clevenger, Biology Instructor, 2024
B.S., University of Minnesota, B.A., University of Northern Iowa, M.S., University of Nebraska-Kearney
Dr. Heather DeWaard-Flickinger, Wellness, Exercise Science and Leisure Services Instructor; 2010
B.A. and M.A., University of Northern Iowa; Ed.D. University of North Dakota
Angie Dodd, Information Technology Instructor, 2023
Diploma, North Iowa Area Community College; A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Jason Friday, Natural Science/Biological Science Instructor; 2003
B.A., University of Iowa; M.A., Quinnipiac University; additional course work at Drake University, Harvard University, University of Montana, Iowa State University, and University of Texas.
Dr. Patrick Galliart, Biological Science Instructor; 1993
B.S., Loras College; M.S. and Ph.D., Iowa State University; additional course work at University of Iowa, and University of Northern Iowa
Rev. Brent Hamilton, Program Coordinator - STEM; Mathematics Instructor; 1998
B.S., University of Dubuque; M.S., Iowa State University; additional course work at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
Kelli Miller, Information Technology Instructor; 2018
B.S., University of Northern Iowa
Kathy Moore, Natural Science Lab Associate; 2022
L.P.N. and A.A., Rochester Community and Technical College; B.S., Winona State University; Master’s in Education, St. Mary’s University; additional coursework at St. Thomas University
Paul Pistek, Biological Science Instructor; 1996
B.S., Iowa State University; M.S., Iowa State University
Dr. Kathy Rogotzke, Mathematics Instructor; 1994
B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S., Iowa State University; Ph.D., Iowa State University; additional course work at Kansas State University
Andreas Soemadi, Physics Instructor; 2018
B.S., Texas Tech University; M.S., Texas Tech University; M.S., University of Iowa
Jeff Stephens, Chemistry Instructor; 2014
B.S., Brigham Young University; M.S., University of Utah
Jason Tepe, Mathematics Instructor; 2016
B.S., Abilene Christian University; M.S., Texas A & M University
Learning Support
Dr. Dalila Sajadian, Director of Learning Support; 2016
B.S.I.E., Technological Institute of Juarez City, Mexico; M.Ed., University of Texas at El Paso; M.A., New Mexico State University; Community College Leadership Certificate, University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Ed.D., University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Sally Becker, Writing Lab Specialist; 1975
Course work at North Iowa Area Community College
Christine Brandt, Developmental Math Instructor/Head Volleyball Coach; 2007
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Morningside College; additional course work at Drake University, Converse College & Portland State University
Katherine Mossie, Testing Center and Assessment Coordinator; 2022
B.S., Kansas State University
Basil Minto, Housing Success Coach/Head Women’s Wrestling Coach; 2020
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Mara Ouverson, Developmental Math Instructor; 2015
B.A., University of Iowa; M.A., University of Iowa
Lori Quinlan, Developmental Math Instructor; 1985
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.S., Iowa State University; additional course work at Drake University
Michael Thompson, Developmental Reading/Writing Instructor; 2015
A.A. North Iowa Area Community College; B.A. University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Morningside College
Rodney Zehr, Developmental Mathematics Instructor; 2010
A.A., Iowa Central Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., University of Northern Iowa; additional course work at Portland State University, Viterbo University, Drake University, and Iowa State University
Library
Rhonda Nesheim-Kauffman, Bookstore/Library Director, Media Specialist; 1996
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Jessica Finch, Library Media and Circulation Assistant; 2018
B.A., Central College
Makenna Jensen, Library/Bookstore Assistant, 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Continuing Education & Economic Development
Patti Hanson, Dean of Continuing Education and Economic Development; 2020
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University; M.S., Drake University; Additional coursework at University of the Rockies and Concordia University
Workforce Strategy, Innovation, and Outreach
Alyse DeVries, Director of Workforce Strategy, Innovation, and Outreach; 2022
B.S., Waldorf University; M.S., Drake University
Amanda Andrews, Health Education Program Developer; 2023
A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., Iowa State University
Dyan Childress, Community Education and Lifelong Learning Coordinator; 2022
B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Andrew Clausen, Customized Training Specialist, 2022
B.A., Waldorf College, additional coursework at University of Missouri
Wendi Coen-Ward, Community Education Coordinator - Charles City and Osage; 2019
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College
Paul Elmore, Emergency Medical Services Program Manager, Fire Service Program Manager; 2023
NREMT-P; ACLS, BLS, PALS Instructor, Infection Control Officer, FF2, Fire Instructor 2; Fire Officer 2, OSHA Safety and Health Professional, 30-Hour General Industry Safety and Health
Katrina Hamilton, American Heart Association Training Coordinator, 2023
B.A., University of Dubuque
Shelly Hanson, Program Developer; 2022
Diploma, North Iowa Area Community College; A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Michele Heimer, Continuing Education Health Programs Specialist; 2021
A.D.N., Riverland Community College; B.A., University of Phoenix
Ashley Kraus, Community Education Coordinator - Garner; 2022
A.A., Des Moines Area Community College
Anthony Riesen, Innovation Space Facilitator, 2023
B.A., St. Olaf College; M.S., Texas A&M Commerce; additional coursework at Northwest College and Iowa State University
Josie Siemons, Program Developer, 2024
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.E., Upper Iowa University; Additional coursework at University of Northern Iowa
Mary Jo Vrba, Camps & Events Promotions Specialist; 2022
A.A. & A.A.S, North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Wartburg College; M.A., University of Northern Iowa; additional course work at Drake University
Heather Wright, Program Developer; 2000
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; National Career Readiness Certificate
Jennifer Wright, Customized Training Coordinator; 2023
B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Emerging Workforce Solutions
Melinda McGregor, Director, Emerging Workforce Solutions; 2020
A.A., Iowa Lakes Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Kathleen Bormann, Office Assistant; 2010
A.A., Ellsworth Community College; Diploma, Hamilton Business College
DeAnn Halligan, IVRS Intermediary Coordinator; 2011
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; National Career Readiness Certificate
Jenna Heiar, Workforce Specialist, 2024
B.S., University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; M.P.H., University of Wisconsin-La Crosse; Community Health Education Specialist Certificate
Operations
Connie Glandon, Operations Director; 2000
B.A., Wartburg College; M.S., Capella University
Ryley Connelley, Continuing Education Administrative Specialist; 2023
Alexa Hudson, Continuing Education Operations Support Coordinator; 2023
Education to Employment
Molly Anderegg, Director of Education to Employment; 2008
B.A., University of Iowa; M.S., Buena Vista University; additional course work at Cottey College and North Iowa Area Community College
Angela Backhaus, Pathway Navigator; 2009
A.A., Waldorf College; B.A., Augustana College; additional course work at Riverland Community College and North Iowa Area Community College
Melanie Hager, Pathway Navigator; 2021
B.S., University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
Julie Kiger, Recruitment and Career Coordinator; 2022
Tiffany Landrum, Adult Education & Literacy High School Equivalency Instructor, 2024
B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Sandra Leake, Adult Education and Literacy Coordinator; 2014
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A. and M.A., University of Northern Iowa; additional course work at Minnesota State University
Estrella Mata-Zamago, Education to Employment Associate; 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Iowa
Vickie Pralle, Recruitment and Career Coordinator; 2022
A.A., Ellsworth Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Tami Schmeisser, Adult Education & Literacy English as a Second Language Instructor; 2023
B.A., Iowa State University; M.A., Iowa State University
Volunteer Services
Alison Mason, Project Director, Volunteer Services and Ticket to Work; 2021
B.A., Central College; M.P.A., Drake University
Mary Ellen Smith, Administrative Assistant/Pen Pal Coordinator; 2018
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Administrative Services
Mindy Eastman, Vice President of Administrative Services; 1990
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Bookstore
Rhonda Nesheim-Kauffman, Bookstore/Library Director, Media Specialist; 1996
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Halie Parcher, Bookstore/Library Clerk; 2020
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Central College, additional coursework at University of Wisconsin – Whitewater
Makenna Jensen, Library/Bookstore Assistant, 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Business Office
Denise Brooks, Business Office Clerk; 1987
Diploma, Hamilton Business College
Brooke Dunbar, Assistant Comptroller; 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Sara Ewing, Payroll & Benefits Manager; 2022
Tammy George-Schafer, Box Office Manager/Business Operations Manager; 1985
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Shannon Love, Grants & Contracts Finance Manager; 2009
A.A.S., Hamilton Business College
Tim Staudt, Accounts Receivable Clerk; 2017
B.A., University of Iowa
Dining Services
Scott Nelson, Director/Chef, Food Services; 2020
A.A., Iowa Western Community College; B.A., Northwest Missouri State University
Jason Tello Calles, Cook; 2023
Amber Hubbard, Cook; 2019
Lisa Paulsen, Cook; 2024
Facilities Management
David Trunkhill, Director of Facilities; 2009
E.M.T. and National Certified Fire Fighter I, North Iowa Area Community College; Boiler Operator Level I and II, Iowa Central Community College
John Alden, Custodian; 2014
Mike Berk, Custodian; 2019
Tom Curtis, Custodian; 2014
A.S.B. North Iowa Area Community College; A.A.S. National College
David Heginger, Custodial Maintenance; 2018
Dan Hicok, Technical Maintenance; 2003
Jesse Homer, Custodian; 2018
Mike Jolly, Building Maintenance; 2020
Diploma, North Iowa Area Community College
Curt Jones, Groundskeeper; 2023
Michael Julsen, Lead Custodian; 2015
Coursework at North Iowa Area Community College
Brandon “BJ” Krull, Assistant Director of Facilities; 2011
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Dana Lunning, Custodian; 2019
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Iowa State University
Jon Niedermayer, Custodial Supervisor; 2024
AA, North Iowa Area Community College; BA, University of Northern Iowa
Kevin Petersen, Technical Maintenance; 2001
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., Northwest Missouri State University; course work at Waldorf College
Ryan Pope, Custodian; 2020
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Jennifer Rosauer, Facilities Office Manager/Events Coordinator; 2006
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., Iowa State University
Lisa Toole, Custodian; 2017
Steven Toole, Mechanic/Grounds Supervisor; 2020
Course work at Des Moines Area Community College
Human Resources
Lora Juhl, Director of Human Resources & Organizational Development, 2024
B.S., Minnesota State University-Mankato; M.S., University of South Dakota
Marissa Mason, Human Resources Assistant; 2018
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Brenda Young, Administrative Assistant, 2024
Diploma, North Iowa Area Community College
Institutional Advancement
Molly Knoll, Director of Institutional Advancement; 2003
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Andrea Mujica, Assistant Director of Institutional Advancement; 2015
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Buena Vista University
Hannah Connelley, Advancement Services Specialist; 2023
Jana Grzenda, Grant Writer/Fund Development Specialist; 2010
B.S., University of Colorado at Boulder; additional course work at Metropolitan State College
John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center
Candi Karsjens, Director, John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center; 2019
B.A., Buena Vista University; M.B.A., Capella University; Ph.D. Capella University
Ashley Page, Director of Entrepreneurship Programs and Client Success; 2023
A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., University of Northern Iowa
Joyce Martin, Marketing and Community Relations Manager; 2018
B.S., Northwest Missouri State University; M.S.C., University of Edinburgh
John Rosenfeld, Small Business Counselor, 2024
B.S., Colorado State University, Additional coursework at Iowa State University
Small Business Development Center
Brook Boehmler, Director of Small Business Development Center; 2014
B.S., Missouri State University; M.B.A., University of New Mexico
Marketing, Public Relations and Governmental Affairs
Valerie Zahorski-Schmidt, Director of Marketing and Community Relations; 2015
B.S., University of Wisconsin-River Falls; M.S., St. Cloud State University; additional course work at St. Cloud State University
Lindsey Calhoun, Graphic Designer; 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., Upper Iowa University
Kirk Hardcastle, Sports Information Director; 2012
B.S., Iowa State University
Grace Juhl, Promotions Manager, 2024
B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Joshua Miller, Web Manager; 2012
B.A., Collins College
Kruz Sanchez, Print Shop Manager; 2023
Arian Schuessler, Graphic Designer; 2022
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Student Services
Dr. Rachel McGuire, Vice President for Student Development and Success; 1993
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.F.C.S., Iowa State University; additional course work at Mankato State University; Ph.D., Iowa State University
Athletics
Ryan Flickinger, Director of Athletics; 2024
A.A., Waldorf College; B.S., Waldorf College; M.B.A., Columbia Southern University
Christine Brandt, Head Volleyball Coach/ Developmental Math Instructor; 2007
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Morningside College; additional course work at Drake University, Converse College & Portland State University
Abra Christians, Administrative Assistant – Athletics; 2022
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Matthew Egger, Student Development Associate/Head Softball Coach; 2021
B.A., Cornell College
Chris Frenz, Enrollment Advisor/ Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach; 2006
Broadcasting Certification, Brown Institute; additional course work at North Iowa Area Community College
Coltin Hahle, Head Track and Field Coach/Athletic Department Associate/Event Security; 2019
B.A., Wartburg College
Gannon Harsma, Coordinator of Soccer Operations/Head Men’s Soccer Coach, 2023
Steve Kelly, Head Wrestling Coach; 2009
A.A., Iowa Central Community College; B.S., Iowa State University; M.Ed., Iowa State University
Josh Merrill, Head Baseball Coach; 2022
A.A., Neosho County Community College; A.A.A.S., Hesston College; B.S., King University; M.S., Oklahoma State University; additional coursework at University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Basil Minto, Housing Success Coach/Head Women’s Wrestling Coach; 2020
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Bradley Vaught, Head Women’s Basketball Coach/Student Development Associate; 2020
B.S., Pillsbury College; M.S.S., United States Sports Academy
Mark Vrba, Athletic Trainer; 2008
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.S., California University of Pennsylvania
Jeremy Winters, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, 2022
A.A., Iowa Lakes Community College; B.A., Waldorf College; M.Ed., Iowa State University
Counseling/Academic Advising/Career Services
Tanya Dadisman, Director of Academic Advising; 2018
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
Sara Aronsen, Student Development Office Assistant, 2024
A.A., Hawkeye Community College
Matthew Egger, Student Development Associate/Head Baseball Coach; 2021
B.A., Cornell College
Maggie Fleming, Enrollment & Academic Advisor; 2023
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Iowa; A.D.N., North Iowa Area Community College
Lisa Ketelsen, Enrollment and Academic Advisor/Student Wellness Coordinator; 2010
B.A., Wartburg College; M.A., Winona State University
Josie Popp, Student Services Office Manager; 2023
A.A.S., Cochise Community College; A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Steven Story, Academic Advisor/Head Cross Country Coach; 2022
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., University of Northern Iowa
Dr. Lisa Vance, Disability Services Counselor; 2006
A.A., Iowa Central Community College; B.S., University of Iowa; M.A., University of Iowa; M.A., University of North Dakota
Andrew Verstegen, Enrollment and Academic Advisor; 2020
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa
TRIO Student Support Services
Keely Branstad, TRIO Student Support Services Academic Advisor; 2021
A.A. and A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Iowa State University
Krista Ditsworth, TRIO Student Support Services Student Success Coordinator, 2021
B.A., University of Minnesota - Duluth
Jamie Martin, TRIO Student Support Services Tutor/Supplemental Instruction Coordinator; 2019
B.A., Wartburg; M.A., University of Iowa
Andrea Schweizer, Administrative Office Assistant - TRIO Student Support Services; 2007
A.S., A.S.B., A.A., North Iowa Area Community College
Enrollment Services
Anne Boyer, Director of Admissions; 2010
B.A., College of St. Benedict
Chris Frenz, Enrollment Advisor/ Head Men’s and Women’s Golf Coach; 2006
Broadcasting Certification, Brown Institute; additional course work at North Iowa Area Community College
Valeria Gonzalez, Enrollment Advisor; 2013
B.A., University of Northern Iowa; Culinary Arts Diploma, Western Culinary Institute; M.A., University of Northern Iowa
Aubury Green, Enrollment and Academic Advisor; 2023
A.A. North Iowa Area Community College; B.A. Briar Cliff University; M.A. Briar Cliff University
Melissa Hocken, Career Advisor, 2023
B.A., Wartburg College; M.A., University of Northern Iowa
Steve Kelly, Enrollment Advisor; 2009
A.A., Iowa Central Community College; B.S., Iowa State University; M.S. Iowa State University
Angela Marzen, Enrollment Services Coordinator; 2018
Diploma, Hawkeye Community College
Kristy Molencamp, College and Career Transition Counselor; 2018
B.A., Buena Vista University; M.S., Capella University
Financial Aid
Abbie Steinberg, Director of Financial Aid; 2013
B.S., Iowa State University
Dana Heimbuch, Assistant Director of Financial Aid/Work Study Coordinator; 2016
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College
Melanie Hausmaninger, Administrative Assistant, Financial Aid; 2020
Grace Heimer, Financial Aid Advisor/VA Certifying Official; 2022
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.B.A, University of Northern Iowa
Housing
Jeremy Winters, Director of Housing; 2014
A.A. Iowa Lakes Community College; B.A. Waldorf College; M.Ed, Iowa State University
Jolene Comentino, Administrative Assistant - Housing; 2017
Capri Cosmetology College
Morgan Frost, Associate Hall Director; 2023
A.S., Kirkwood Community College; B.S., Missouri Western State University; M.B.A., Missouri Western State University
Doug Gove, Associate Hall Director; 2022
B.A., Benedictine University, Central Christian College
Records and Registration
Michelle Petznick, Registrar; 1996
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.A., University of Northern Iowa; M.A., Buena Vista University
Jennifer Ryan, Assistant Registrar; 2014
B.A., Northwest Missouri State University
Lily Holmgaard, Student Development Data Coordinator/Analyst; 2023
B.S., Iowa State University
Angie DeVries, Registration/Course Scheduling Coordinator; 1998
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College
Krista Lipp, Records Office Assistant; 2023
Additional Education, Capella University
Connie Notermann, Records Office Assistant; 2010
School Partnerships
Brian Wogen, Director of Secondary School Partnerships, 2015
B.A., Iowa State University; M.A., Iowa State University
Annette Greenwood, Administrative Assistant - School Partnerships; 2023
A.S.B., North Iowa Area Community College
Technology Services
Greg Bailey, Chief Information Officer/Director of Enterprise Applications; 2018
B.A., Carson-Newman College
Cyle Calhoun, Infrastructure Technician; 2021
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Jim Degen, Applications Programmer/Network Manager; 1989
A.A., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., Iowa State University; additional course work at North Iowa Area Community College
Jesse Gobeli, Cybersecurity Specialist; 2018
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Mark Greenwood, Associate Chief Information Officer; 1989
B.A., Central College
Patrick Kelly, SQL Reporting and Application Analyst; 2018
B.S., Buena Vista University
Dennis Klemas, Server Administrator; 1998
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
Lisa Ludwig, Enterprise Applications Administrator/Technical Analyst; 1999
A.A., Waldorf College; Microsoft Network Engineer Certificate, Hamilton College; B.A., Buena Vista University; additional course work at Mankato State University
Paula Nissen, Director of the Institutional Research Consortium, 2023
A.A.S., Iowa Central Community College; B.S, Southeastern Oklahoma State University; Applied Management Certification, State of Iowa Employee Development; additional coursework at University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute, Drake University, and Upper Iowa University.
Sara Udelhofen, Educational Software Administrator; 2017
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College; B.S., University of Iowa; Certification, Mercy Hospital School of Cytotechnology; Medical Coding Certification, Kaplan Continuing Education; M.S., Kaplan University; M.B.A., Iowa State University
Cody Weiner, Forms & Workflow Manager/Application Generalist; 2023
A.A.S., North Iowa Area Community College
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