Dec 10, 2024  
NIACC Catalog 2024-2025 
    
NIACC Catalog 2024-2025

Staff



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