Nov 21, 2024  
2024 -2025 Catalog 
    
2024 -2025 Catalog

Personnel



I. Administration

Monsignor James Patrick Shea, Ph.B., S.T.B., Ph.L.
President, University of Mary
 
Jerome Richter, M.Ed.
Executive Vice President/Chief of Staff
 
Diane Fladeland, R.N., Ph.D.
Vice President for Academic Affairs
 
Rachael Brash, M.Ed.
Vice President for Public Affairs
 
Reed Ruggles, M.Ed.
Vice President for Student Development
 
Vacant
Vice President for Financial Affairs
 
A. Cooper Jones, B.S.
Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics

II. Deans

Mary Dockter (1998)
Dean, Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences
Professor
B.S., University of North Dakota
M.Ed., University of Mary
Ph.D., University of North Dakota
 
Rodney Jonas (1989)
Dean, Liffrig Family School of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Professor
B.A., Augsburg College
M.S., North Dakota State University
Ph.D., University of Minnesota
 
James Peliska (2017) 
Dean, School of Arts & Sciences
Professor
B.S., Northland College 
Ph.D., University of Wisconsin, Madison 
 
Terry Pilling (2015)
Dean, Hamm School of Engineering
Associate Professor
B.S., University of Saskatchewan
M.S., Saskatchewan Accelerator Laboratory
Ph.D., North Dakota State University
 
Karel Sovak (2005) 
Dean, Gary Tharaldson School of Business
​Associate Professor
A.A.I., Insurance Institute of America 
B.A., M.S., Minot State University 
Ph.D., Walden University

III. Full-Time Teaching Faculty

Donald Allen (1997)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Rockefeller University
Master of Physical Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Manhattan College

Carrie Axt (2022)
Instructor - Speech
Master of Arts, University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Surendra Batukdeo (2022)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, California State University
Bachelor of Science, Wichita State University

Kate Berger (2012)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, South Dakota State University

Lucas Bernier (2010)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Iowa
Master of Arts, University of Iowa
Bachelor of Music, MN State University - Moorhead

Tawnya Bernsdorf (2024)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Capella University
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, Minot State University

Sarah Berreth (2020)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Sandford College of Nursing

Bishal Bhattarai (2024)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Idaho
Master of Science, Wright State University
Bachelor of Science, Visvesvaraya Technological University

Troy Bichler (2018)
Assistant Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Masters of Management, University of Mary

Dan Bielinski (2015)
Assistant Professor

Joseph Biggane (2019)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, Mayville State University

Kristi Bitz (2010)
Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science in Education, Valley City State University

Kayla Boepple (2019)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Grand Canyon University
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

Jack Boyle (2020)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Harvard University
Bachelor of Science, University of Dallas

Donald Bungum (2016)
Associate Professor - Philosophy/Catholic Studies
Doctor of Philosophy, Saint Louis University
Master of Studies, University of Oxford
Master of Studies, University of Oxford
Bachelor of Science, University of Chicago

Carmen Cain (2006)
Assistant Professor - Education
Doctor of Education, Walden University
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

James Carrico (2018)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Utah
Master of Arts, University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Science, University of Nevada

Deb Cave (2019)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Regents College

Sarah Clark (2017)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Master of Arts, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, Toccoa Falls College

Scott Cleveland (2015)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Master of Arts, Baylor University
Master of Arts, Yale Divinity School
Bachelor of Arts, Taylor University

Timothy Click (2024)
Assistant Professor - Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science, NW Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science, NW Oklahoma State University

Chris Collins (2012)
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts, Ave Maria University
Bachelor of Arts, College of Charleston
Bachelor of Science, College of Charleston

Rodrigo da Costa Aparecido (2016)
Assistant Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Engineering, University of Sao Paulo

Mario Delucchi (2023)
Assistant Professor - Philosophy/Catholic Studies
Master of Arts, University of Dallas
Bachelor of Arts, University of California: Santa Cruz

Tina Ding (2022)
Assistant Professor - Education
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead

Mary Dockter (1997)
Dean, Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Joan Doerner (1995)
PT Associate Professor

Madeline Dojs (2015)
Instructor - Biology
Master of Arts in Teaching, University of Texas at Dallas
Bachelor of Arts, University of St Thomas

Marek Dojs (2014)
Associate Professor
Master of Fine Arts, University of North Texas

Robert Dosch (2017)
Professor - Chair of Undergraduate Traditional Stu
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science, Moorhead State University
Bachelor of Science, Moorhead State University

Michael Douglas (2024)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State Univ
Bachelor of Science, University of Minnesota

Kayla Dressler (2008)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, Ball State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Brian Duchscherer (2018)
Instructor
Doctor of Education, University of North Dakota
Master of Science, Northern State University

Amy Duchsherer (2019)
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts, NDSU
Bachelor of Science, NDSU

Austin Dukart (2011)
Instructor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jocelyn Dunnigan (1993)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Texas Medical Branch
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jody Eckert (2008)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, Boston University
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Physical Therapy, Mayo College of Medicine
Bachelor of Arts, Concordia College

Lauren Emmel (2013)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, St Catherine University
Bachelor of Science, St Catherine University

Alice Erling (2002)
Instructor
Bachelor of Science, Manhattan College

Raquel Fischer (2013)
Assistant Professor - Education
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

Kevin Fishbeck (2001)
Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Arts in Teaching, Northern State University
Bachelor of Science in Education, Northern State University

Kenneth Flanagan (2023)
Professor - Behavioral Science
Doctor of Philosophy, Ohio State University
Master of Social Work, Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts, Franciscan University of Steubenville

Franchesca Fraire (2022)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Texas Christian University
Master of Education, Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Texas

Alessandra Franco (2016)
Assistant Professor
Bachelor of Arts, University of Rome

Chris Franz (2015)
Instructor
Master of Fine Arts, Ohio University
Bachelor of Arts, Minnesota State University Moorhead

Matthew Frohlich (2022)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Anthony Jon Garcia (2018)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Virginia Tech
Master of Science, Georgia Tech
Bachelor of Science, California State Polytechnic University

Renaud Gauthier (2016)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Kansas State University
Master of Arts, SUNY at Stony Brook
Master of Arts, SUNY at Stony Brook
Bachelor of Science, Columbia University

Jonathan Gaworski (2024)
Assistant Professor - Theology
Doctor of Philosophy, The Catholic University of America
Master of Theological Studies, Boston College
Bachelor of Arts, University of Notre Dame

Sara Gebhardt (2006)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of North Dakota

Amy Geinert (2022)
Assistant Professor - Graduate Counseling
Master of Education, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Margaret Gibson (1994)
Visiting Professor
Doctor of Arts, University of North Dakota
Master of Science, University of MN - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Matia Gjellstad (2010)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Arts, University of Mary
Master of Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Dennis Gowen (1987)
Professor
Master of Music, Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Music, University of Southern ME
Bachelor of Science, University of Southern ME

James Gustafson (2024)
Assistant Professor - Math/Physics
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

Assal Haddad (2022)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Central Florida
Master of Science, Jordan University of Science and Technology

Margie Hair (2014)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, New Mexico State University
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts, College of St. Scholastica

Caroline Harding (2024)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing, Capella University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, MedCenter One College of Nursing
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College

Jerika Hayes (2022)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172

Mark Heffley (2024)
Assistant Professor - Theology
Doctor of Philosophy, Ava Maria
Master of Arts, Franciscan University
Bachelor of Arts, Franciscan University

Wes Hellman (1991)
Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Master of Arts, Ft Hays State University
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

Jenna Herman (2013)
Associate Professor - Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Minnesota
Master of Science, College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor of Arts, Augustana College

Brittany Hernandez (2019)
Assistant Professor - Speech
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, Minot State University

Jason Hogan (2000)
Assistant Professor
Master of Physical Therapy, University of Mary

Amy Hollar (2006)
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts,
Master of Arts, University of Nevada
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Lisa Holter (2014)
Assistant Professor
Master Science in Counseling, University of North Dakota

Sarah Holzer (2022)
Assistant Professor - Behavioral Science

Tara Hovda (2017)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Jamestown

Stacey Hutzenbiler (2012)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Mary

Ivan Jankovic (2016)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Simon Fraser University
Master of Arts, University of Serbia
Bachelor of Arts, University of Serbia

Mary Beth Johnson (2007)
PT Associate Professor
Doctor of Arts, Loyola University Chicago
Master of Arts, Loyola University Chicago
Master of Nursing, University of WA
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Rachel Johnson Krug (2007)
Associate Professor - Kinesiology
Master of Science, Ft Hays State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Nicole Jonas (2018)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, Nebraska Methodist College
Bachelor of Arts, Concordia University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Sioux Falls

Rod Jonas (1989)
Dean, Liffrig Family School of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy, University of MN - Twin Cities
Master of Science, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Augsburg University

Christina Jurekovic (2019)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Adams State University
Master of Arts, University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Bachelor of Arts, Seattle Pacific University

Betsy Kanz (2019)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, North Dakota State University
Associate of Applied Science, Minnesota State Community andTechnical College

Michelle Keller (2018)
Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy
Master of Physical Therapy, University of Mary

Nancy Kelly (2018)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Master of Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, University of Rhode Island

Patrick Kelly (2017)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Toronto
Master of Science, University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science, University Of Waterloo

Anne Kerian (2020)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Nebraska
Master of Arts, University of Nebraska
Bachelor of Arts, Ave Maria University

Nathan Kilpatrick (2014)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, Azusa Pacific University

John Kincaid (2019)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Ave Maria University
Master of Arts, Covenant Theological Seminary
Master of Theology, Duke University
Bachelor of Arts, Geneva College

Kathleen Kirsch (2021)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Catholic University of America
Master of Arts, Catholic University of America
Bachelor of Arts, Ave Maria University

Paula Kitzenberg (2013)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, University of Utah
Master of Health Administration, Montana State Univ - Billings
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota

Jason Kobes (2003)
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts, Minnesota State University Mankato
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Valerie Kolbinger (2016)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of South Dakota
Master of Arts, Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science, Iowa State University

Cindy Kolsrud-Anderson (1998)
Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, University of St Augustine
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota

Wade Kooiman (2001)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Education, University of Northern Iowa
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Caroline Kozojed (2010)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga
Bachelor of Arts, University of Jamestown

Katie Krukenberg (2005)
Associate Professor

Brittany Kudrna (2021)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Dickinson State University
Associate of Applied Science, Dickinson State University

Paul LaDuke (2020)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, AT Still University
Master of Athletic Training, US Sports Academy
Bachelor of Science, Maranatha Baptist University

Carmelita Lamb (2014)
Grant Coordinator
Doctor of Philosophy, North Dakota State University
Master of Science, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, Texas A & M Univ-Coll Station

Michael Lares (1998)
Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of South Florida
Master of Science, University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science, Long Island University

Wendy Larson (2022)
Assistant Professor - Biology
Doctor of Philosophy, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, Minnesota State University
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College

Joanne Lassiter (2006)
Associate Professor - Nursing
Doctor of Education, Capella University
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary

Daya Lavadiya (2022)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, North Dakota State University
Doctor of Philosophy, Utah State University

Jason Lawson (2011)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary

Molly Leer (2005)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Nursing Science, Medcenter One College Nursing

Andy Leinart (2017)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Air Force Institute of Technology
Master of Science, Air Force Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, University of Virginia

Jeffery Lind (2019)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Education, University of North Dakota
Master of Education, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

James Link (2008)
Associate Professor - Graduate Counseling
Doctor of Psychology, University of St Thomas
Master of Arts, University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Science, Minot State University

William Littlefield (2013)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Chad Litton (2004)
Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of WI - Milwaukee
Master of Arts, Bowling Green State Univ
Bachelor of Arts, University of Minnesota

Matthew Lonn (2019)
Assistant Professor - Education
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Education, University of Concordia
Bachelor of Education, University of Mary

Heather Lundeen (2004)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of North Dakota
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Physical Therapy, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Daniel Luttrull (2020)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Case Western Reserve University
Master of Arts, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, Indiana Wesleyan University

Brian Lydeen (2017)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Wisconsin- Madison
Master of Music, University of Northern CO
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Billie Madler (1998)
Associate Dean - Nursing Div
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Alex Mains (2021)
Instructor
Master of Education, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science in Education, Miami University

Kimberly Marchesseault (2024)
Associate Professor - Communications
Master of Science, University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science, Cal Poly State University

Kim Marman (2010)
Associate Professor
Post Baccalaureate, University of Mary
Doctor of Philosophy, Capella University
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Katie Mathern (2019)
Assistant Professor
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of North Dakota

Michon Matthiesen (2014)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Boston College
Master of Arts, University of ChicagoUSE VENDOR 110577
Master of Arts, University of Notre Dame
Artium Baccalaureatus, Occidental College

Elesha McAlexander (2021)
Assistant Professor - Business Mgmt
Master of Public Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Justin McCabe (2017)
Assistant Professor - Exercise Science
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Melissa McCann (2021)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, James Madison University
Master of Fine Arts, University of California, Irvine
Bachelor of Music, University of the Pacific

Joseph McNeely (2020)
Instructor - Chemistry
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Tonya Mertz (2007)
Assistant Professor - Music
Master of Music, University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Karen Michalka (2018)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Notre Dame
Master of Arts, University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts, Wheaton College

Michael Milburn (2016)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, Franciscan University of Steubenville

Loni Miller (2015)
Associate Professor
Master of Education, Bemidji State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Joe Morrissette (2016)
Assistant Professor - Accounting
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Thomas Mortenson (2022)
Assistant Professor - Music
Master of Music, University of Northern Iowa
Bachelor of Music, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jeff Moser (2021)
Assistant Professor

Leah Neugebauer (2023)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner, St Joseph’s College of Main
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Medcenter One College Nursing

Heidi Nieuwsma (2014)
Assistant Professor
Master of Social Work, Florida State University
Bachelor of Social Work, Minot State University

Jill Nustad (2000)
Professor
Doctor of Science, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Master of Science, Ball State University
Bachelor of Science, Valley City State University

Janelle Olson (2003)
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts, Adams State University
Bachelor of Arts, Adams State University

Thomas Orr (2022)
Associate Professor - Business Mgmt
Doctor of Philosophy, Indiana University Bloomington
Master of Science, Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Father Athanasius Oweis (2019)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, George Washington University
Master of Science, University of Massachusetts
Bachelor of Engineering, University of Jordan

Emily Parker (2018)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

James Peliska (2017)
Dean, School of Arts and Sciences
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Wisconsin- Madison
Bachelor of Science, Northland College

Terry Pilling (2015)
Dean, Hamm School of Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, North Dakota State University
Master of Science, University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Science, University of Saskatchewan

Alison Podhradsky (2022)
Assistant Professor - Education
Post Baccalaureate, University of North Dakota
Master of Education, Concordia University St. Paul
Bachelor of Science in Education, University of North Dakota

Tom Porter (2008)
Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Master of Arts, University of Notre Dame
Master of Music, DePaul University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Chad Prososki (2019)
Assistant Professor
Juris Doctor, Notre Dame Law School
Bachelor of Arts, NDSU

Jaylia Prussing (2014)
Associate Professor - Education
, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Minnesota

David Ronderos (2013)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Texas SouthwestMedical
Bachelor of Arts, Minnesota State University Moorhead

Andres Ruiz-Olaya (2018)
Assistant Professor

Benjamin Rusch Gomez (2022)
Assistant Professor - Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Master of Arts, Boston College
Bachelor of Arts, University of Notre Dame

Julie Sandvig (2018)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of University Studies, University of Mary

Genny Say (2015)
Assistant Professor - Behavioral Science
Master of Social Work, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Megan Schneider (2017)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Melanie Schock (2023)
Associate Professor - Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Western University of Health Sciences
Master of Science, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Medcenter One College Nursing

Jennifer Schroeder (2003)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, University of St Augustine
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science,
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jared Schumacher (2018)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Arts, Catholic University of Louvain
Master of Divinity, Duke University
Master of Arts, Catholic University of Louvain
Bachelor of Science, Texas A & M Univ-Coll Station

Matthew Schumacher (2012)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of University Studies, University of Mary

Nicole Sebastian (2019)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, Minot State University

Elizabeth Seifert (2018)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, University of Utah
Master of Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota

Thomas Sexton (2023)
Assistant Professor - Chemistry
Doctor of Philosophy, Southern Methodist University
Bachelor in Industrial Engineering, University of Dayton

Janeene Sibla (1999)
Associate Dean - Health Sciences
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota

Jessica Smith (2014)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Science, Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Northern CO

Karel Sovak (2002)
Dean, Gary Tharaldson School of Business
Doctor of Philosophy, Walden University
Master of Science, Minot State University

Daniel Sportiello (2017)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Notre Dame
Master of Arts, University of Notre Dame
Bachelor of Arts, University of Notre Dame

Mark Springer (2006)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of NE-Lincoln
Master of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Catherine Staloch (2019)
Assistant Professor - Physical Therapy
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of North Dakota

Kathie Stillwell (2023)
Instructor - Speech
Master of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Bachelor of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172

George Summers (2024)
Assistant Professor - History

Margaret Mary Summers (2024)
Assistant Professor - History
Doctor of Philosophy, Saint Louis University
Master of Arts, Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Arts, Christendom College

Sonia Takacs (2023)
PT Assistant Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Texas Tech University

Tanya Taplin (2021)
Assistant Professor - Cybersecurity Administration
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems, Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Associate of Applied Science, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172

Mike Taylor (2015)
Professor

Missy Taylor (2003)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Patricia Traynor (2020)
Assistant Professor - Communications
Doctor of Philosophy, North Dakota State University
Master of Education, George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Maryland

Brenda Tufte (2001)
Associate Dean
Doctor of Philosophy,
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Science, Ft Hays State University
Bachelor of Science, Minot State University

Todd Van Orman (2017)
Assistant Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Candace Vander Wal (2015)
Assistant Professor - Athletic Training
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Joscelyn Varland (2013)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, University of Utah
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of University Studies, University of Mary
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College

Hannah Venable (2021)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Dallas

Thomas Volkman (2019)
Assistant Professor
Master of Science, University of California: SanDiego
Bachelor of Science, DeVry University
Associate of Applied Science, DeVry University

Anthony Waldenmaier (2017)
Assistant Professor
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, North Dakota State University

Kevin Walker (2023)
Assistant Professor - Political Science
Doctor of Philosophy, Claremont Graduate University
Master of Arts, Claremont Graduate University
Bachelor of Arts, Azusa Pacific University

Christine Walth (2023)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Medcenter One College Nursing

Olivia Wedel (2024)
Assistant Professor - Graduate Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy, Texas Christian University
Master of Education, Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Science, Old Dominion University

Jennifer Wegleitner (2022)
Associate Dean
Doctor of Philosophy, Indiana Institute of Technology
Master of Business Administration, University of Nebraska
Bachelor of Science, Northern State University

Cindy Weigum (2021)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Alicia Wells (2010)
Instructor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Heather Wernke (2021)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Colorado
Master of Science, University of Colorado
Bachelor of Science, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

Bob Willenbring (2011)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts, St John’s University

Jenise Wilson (2008)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Walden University
Master Science in Counseling, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Sheldon Wolf (2001)
Assistant Professor - Accounting
Masters of Management, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Travis Wolf (2013)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Iowa
Master of Science, University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Julie Yarwood (2016)
Associate Professor - Catholic Studies/History
Doctor of Philosophy, Catholic University of America
Master of Divinity, Lincoln Christian University
Master of Arts, Catholic University of America
Bachelor of Science, Kentucky Christian University

Robyn Zeltinger (2015)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Capella University
Master of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Bachelor of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead

IV. Professional Staff

Tom Ackerman (2000)
Director of Communications
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Sierra Ademeso (2023)
Campus Safety and Security Assistant Coordinator

Kevin Allan (2005)
Director of Career and Testing Services
Master of Science, University Of Kansas

David Anderson (2015)
Coordinator of Military Student Services
Master of Science, Military Service
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Ethan Andrews (2017)
Librarian

Mia Andrews (2022)
Global Studies Coordinator
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Stephanie Arbach (2010)
Librarian
Master of Science, University of WI - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

Julia Bagnell (2018)
Student Success Advisor
Bachelor of Science, Idaho State University

Evan Baker (2013)
Mission Advancement Officer
Bachelor of Arts, Franciscan University of Steubenville

Jennifer Barry (2015)
Student Success Services/TRIO Advisor
Master of Education, Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Lisa Bauman (2023)
Student Involvement Coordinator
Bachelor of Science, Moorhead State University

Ashley Belcourt (2023)
Graduate Counseling ACCESS Grant Prog Coordinator
Master of Arts, Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Montana-Western

Dan Berry (2023)
General Counsel
Juris Doctor, Univ Ark Little Rock
Bachelor of Arts, Ouachita Baptist University

Chardonnay Bodrick (2023)
Academic Advisor/Tutor Coordinator
Master of Education, Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Arts, Berry College

Erica Boehm (2023)
Residence Director
Master of Arts, St Marys University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts, Benedictine College

Melissa Bohl (2021)
Assistant Registrar
Masters of Management, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Father Dominic Bouck (2009)
Director of Campus Ministry

Rachael Brash (2008)
Vice President for Public Affairs
Master of Education, Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts, Concordia College

Brady Braun (2021)
Graphic Design Specialist

Sahlenia Braun (2012)
Director of Payroll
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, MN State University - Moorhead
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Nadine Butts (2022)
Director of Student Success Services/TRIO
Master of Education, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science in Education, University of North Dakota

Gemma Campbell (2022)
Residence Director
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Angela Carroll (2020)
Executive Assistant
Bachelor of Science, NDSU

Mary Cordero (2022)
Academic Advisor
Doctor of Education, Lincoln Memorial University
Educational Specialist, Lincoln Memorial University
Master of Arts, Duquesne University
Bachelor of Arts, Gettysburg College

William Coutts (2014)
Mechanical Systems Supervisor
Associate of Science, North Dakota State College of Science

John Dinkel (2015)
Retention Coordinator
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jeff Dockter (2000)
Admissions Representative
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Lynn Dodge (2018)
Coordinator of Student Accessibility Services
Educational Specialist, George Washington University
Doctor of Philosophy, George Washington University
Master of Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University
Associate of Arts, Mt Holyoke College

Jen Eberle (1999)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships

David Echelbarger (2014)
Assistant vice president for academic affairs
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Master of Arts, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, St Norbert College

Zachary Emineth (2023)
Weekend Plant Supervisor

Kristi Engle (1998)
Director of Library Services
Bachelor of Science, Valley City State University

Sheylyn Fetzer (2024)
Director of Bookstore

Josh Fischer (2023)
Maintenance Supervisor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Allison Fitzgerald (2019)
Senior Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Diane Fladeland (1985)
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Doctor of Philosophy, University of MN - Twin Cities
Master of Science, University of Portland
Bachelor of Science, Mercy College

Melanie Ford (2013)
Department Assistant
Associate of Science, North Dakota State College of Science

Shannon Frey (2019)
Accounting Manager

Ryan Gartner (2021)
Electro/Mech Systems Supervisor
, Global University

Anthony Gialanella (2015)
Coordinator of Mission and Hospitality for Dining

Joseph Golik (2021)
Treasury Accountant
Bachelor of Arts, Regis University

Donald Gray (2022)
Database Specialist
Bachelor of Science, Carson University

Kaitlyn Green (2023)
Director of Workforce Development Operations
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Dave Hanson (2000)
Financial Aid Counselor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Mark Haugen (2007)
Senior Student Success Advisor
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Benjamin Helget (2020)
Director of Residence Life
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Marion Edu Hernandez (2020)
Assistant Coach Golf
Bachelor of Business Administration, Minot State University

Marion Edu Hernandez (2020)
Senior Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships
Bachelor of Business Administration, Minot State University

Kathi Hilzendeger (2015)
Human Resources Specialist

Laura Hixson Scott (2010)
Manager of Creative Services
Bachelor of Science, MN State University - Moorhead
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

Anna Hobbs (2019)
Bookstore Manager
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary
Associate of Science, Northwood Technical College

Marianne Hofer (2015)
Communications Specialist
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Austin Holgard (2009)
Assistant to President
Bachelor of Arts, University of St Thomas

Brandon Holt (2013)
Director of Instructional Support and Design
Master of Science, University of WI - LaCrosse
Bachelor of Science, University of WI - LaCrosse

Keith Holzer (2021)
Facilities Operations Manager
, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172

Karrie Huber (2012)
Director of Student Financial Services
Bachelor of Arts, North Dakota State University

Stephanie Huber (2021)
Academic Advisor
Master of Arts, Boise State University
Bachelor of Arts, Carleton College

Dan Huntley (2016)
Senior Associate Director of Athletics
Master of Education, University of St. Thomas
Bachelor of Science, College of St. Scholastica

Steven Hutzenbiler (2021)
Residence Director
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Shelby Imdieke (2010)
Assistant Director of Graduate & Distance Retentio
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Andrea Johnson (2020)
Department Assistant
Bachelor of Science, Rasmussen College

Celeste Johnson (2019)
Marketing Strategist
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Montana

Thomas Johnson (2016)
Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Cooper Jones (2023)
Executive Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
Bachelor of Science, Ohio University

Luke Jones (2023)
Residence Director
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary
Associate of Arts, University of Hawaii

Joe Keaveny (2023)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships
Bachelor of Business Administration, Mayville State University
Associate of Science, North Dakota State College of Science

Paul Keeney (2012)
Executive Vice President for Mission Advancement
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Associate of Science, Blue Mountain Comm College

Kristen Kihle (2017)
Associate Director of Financial Aid
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Ed Konieczka (2013)
Assistant Director of Campus Ministry
Associate of Science, Prairie State College

Jason Kotrba (2024)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships
Master of Arts, UND
Bachelor of Arts, UND

Evan Kranda (2022)
Mission Advancement Officer

Sydney Kranda (2019)
Event Specialist
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jacob Kubik (2023)
Major Gifts Officer
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Kate Kurtz (2019)
Graphic Design Coordinator
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College

Jamie Kuznia (2012)
Resident Director
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Brian Larson (2006)
Assistant Athletic Director - Communications
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Arianne Lawson (2021)
Executive Assistant
Bachelor of Science, Black Hills State University

Cristin Lawson (2017)
Clinical Operations Specialist
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Scott Lefor (2019)
Program Director, Mary College at ASU
Licentiate in Philosophy, Catholic University of America
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Catholic University of America

Tonya Link (2019)
Director of Human Resources
Master of Science, Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Social Work, Minot State University

Michael Lombardo (2015)
Director of Rome Campus
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Dayton
Master of Theology, University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Arts, San Francisco State Univ

Kathy Lowe (2016)
Financial Aid Counselor
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

John MacLeod (2022)
Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

MIke McCleary (2022)
Photography Specialist
Associate of Arts, Colorado Institute of Art

Tammy McCleary (2018)
Department Assistant

Melissa McDowall (2010)
Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs & Registrar
IRB Chair, Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

Jonny McGrath (2023)
Marketing and Social Media Specialist
Bachelor of Business Administration, University of North Dakota

Pattie McWilliams (1999)
Director of Graduate and Distance Retention
Master of Arts, Tennessee Technological University
Bachelor of Science, Tennessee Technological University

Katie Mehrer (2012)
Assistant Director of Student Success Center
, Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts, Monmouth University

Lindsey Miller (2021)
Coordinator

D’Andra Morris (2018)
Enrollment System Support Specialist

Michael Mortenson (2011)
Director of Alumni Relations
Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Mary

Laura Murphy (2017)
Military Student and Veterans Affairs Specialist
Bachelor of Business Management, University of Mary
Associate of Science, Northwest Technical College

Paul Murphy (2017)
Associate Registrar
Master of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

Wayne Norman (2018)
Athletic Facilities and Equipment Manager
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Carrie Ogram (2023)
Student Success Advisor
Bachelor of Science, University of Minnesota

Seth Oldham (2021)
Director of Student Life
Master of Arts, Taylor University
Bachelor of Arts, Baylor University

Ryan Otto (2018)
Maintenance and Grounds Supervisor
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Alycia Peter (2023)
Business Development Strategist
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Aaron Pierce (2019)
Maintenance and Project Manager
Associate of Science, NDSCS

Paul Podhradsky (2020)
Campus Safety and Security Coordinator
Associate of Arts, Norhtland Community College

Maggie Popp (2019)
Residence Director
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Katherine Praus (2017)
Website Marketing Specialist
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Marta Pugh (2018)
Residence Director
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Cecilia Rabaey (2021)
Communications Specialist

Mike Raber (2016)
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Bachelor of Arts, University of Jamestown

Rebecca Raber (2016)
Director of Cappella
Master of Music, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, University of Jamestown

Maddie Rehder (2018)
Executive Assistant
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Robert Reinbold (2011)
Facility Coordinator

Dan Revier (2015)
Senior Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Vaughn Rhodes (2014)
Campus Architect
Bachelor of Arts, North Dakota State University

Jerome Richter (2010)
Executive Vice President/Chief of Staff
Master of Education, Georgetown University
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Reed Ruggles (2003)
Vice President for Student Development
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Janel Sailer (2016)
Director of Budget
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

Audrey Sayler (2005)
Financial Aid Counselor
Associate of Arts, North Dakota State College of Science

Christi Schaefbauer (2018)
Vice President for Financial Affairs
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Northern State University

Veronica Schaefbauer (2014)
Academic Advisor
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Desirae Schafer (2021)
Executive Assistant for Financial Affairs
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Michaela Schaff (2016)
Reference Librarian
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Kristal Schmit (2023)
Enrollment Site Director
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University

Luke Seidling (2014)
Director of Physical Plant
Master of Science, Marquette University
Bachelor of Science, Marquette University

James Shea (2009)
President
Licentiate in Philosophy, Catholic University of America
Master of Arts, Catholic University of America

Elijah Stewart (2023)
Coordinator of Athletic Development
Bachelor of Science, United States Naval Academy

Jerilyn Stocker (2013)
Senior Director for Hospitality Operations
Bachelor of Arts, MN State University - Moorhead

Brendan Thorp (2017)
Rome Campus Student Life Coordinator
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Emma Thorp (2021)
Ministry Coordinator

Alexis Tibor (2016)
Manager of Undergraduate Admissions
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Dominic Tudor (2018)
Accountant I
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Mattie Ulmer (2013)
Clinical Operations Specialist
Associate of Arts, Northern State University

Mattie Ulmer (2013)
Event Specialist
Associate of Arts, Northern State University

Kayla Unruh (2010)
Department Assistant
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Gary Vetter (2020)
Coordinator Enrollment Op Systems
Masters of Management, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary
Associate of Science, ND State College of Science

Corinna Vigness (2022)
Senior Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Alice Wadsworth (2024)
Accountant I
Master of Business Administration, Sitting Bull College
Bachelor of Science, United Tribes Technical College
Associate of Science, Lake Region State College

Marcus Wagner (2022)
Associate Athletic Director for Mission
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Education, Valley City State University

Rachelle Walker (2023)
Director of International Student Program
Doctor of Philosophy, Claremont Graduate University
Master of Arts, Claremont Graduate University
Bachelor of Arts, Vanguard Univ Southern Calif

Jennifer Walsh (2020)
Associate Director of Athletics, Student Athlete
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Kristi Wanner (2007)
Student Success Services/TRIO Advisor
Master of Arts, Saint John’s University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Christian Weber (2022)
Writing & Communications Specialist

Joan Weltz (1973)
Coordinator of Transfer Admissions

Maddie Wofford (2024)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships
Bachelor of Science, Oklahoma State University

Father Jarad Wolf (2011)
Chaplain of Marauders Athletics

Kim Zimmerman (2018)
Facility Coordinator

V. Athletics Staff

Adam Aho (2013)
Head Coach - Men’s Wrestling
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Eli Alford (2024)
Assistant Coach - Football
Master of Arts, University of Montana
Bachelor of Science, University of Montana

Ty Barclay (2020)
Assistant Coach - Baseball

Logan Christensen (2018)
Assistant Coach - Women’s Soccer
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Sarah Cook (2009)
Head Coach - Women’s Soccer
Master of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Van Cooper (2023)
Assistant Coach - Football
Master of Arts, Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Montana

Ben Davis (2013)
Co-Defensive Coordinator - Football
Bachelor of Arts, Macmurray College

Rocci De Felice (2023)
Athletic Trainer
Master of Science, Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science, Southwest Baptist University

Renato Diaz (2024)
Assistant Coach - Football
Bachelor of Science, University of South Florida

Bryan Forbes (2024)
Assistant Coach - Men’s Basketball
Master of Arts, East Tenneessee State University
Bachelor of Arts, Briar Cliff University

Matt Hall (2024)
Head Coach - Strength & Conditioning
Master of Science, University of Texas at Tyler
Bachelor of Science, University of Cincinnati

Travis Herrera (2021)
Assistant Coach - Cross Country Track & Field

Cale Korbelik (2020)
Head Coach - Cross Country Track & Field
Master of Arts, Whitworth University
Bachelor of Science, Northwestern Missouri State

Christopher Lessard (2022)
Head Coach - Cross Country Track & Field
Master of Science, West Texas A&M University

Abby Loel (2020)
Head Coach - Swimming & Diving
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Mark Martin (2017)
Assistant Co-Offensive Coordinator - Football
Bachelor of Science, St. Cloud State University
Associate of Arts, North Hennepin Comm College

Jack Nelson (2021)
Head Coach - Men’s Basketball
Master of Science, Winona State University
Bachelor of Arts, Saint Mary’s University of MN

Rick Neumann (2002)
Head Coach - Women’s Basketball
Master of Education, University of Mary

Laif Olson (2022)
Head Coach - Golf
Bachelor of Business Administration, University of North Dakota
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

Amy Peterson (2024)
Instructor - Speech
Doctor of Education Leadership, University of Mary
Master of Science, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Abigail Pollart (2018)
Head Coach - Women’s Volleyball
Master of Education, University of Arkansas
Bachelor of Science, St. Gregory’s University
Associate of Science, Northeastern Junior College

Braden Prochnow (2023)
Athletic Trainer
, University of North Dakota

Jamie Reed (2023)
Assistant Softball Coach/Coordinator of Compliance
Bachelor of Science, University of Nebraska

Shann Schillinger (2023)
Head Coach - Football
Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Montana

Amy Schmeckpeper (2023)
Head Coach - Women’s Softball
Master of Arts, University of Puget Sound
Bachelor of Arts, University of Puget Sound

David Schramm (2023)
Assistant Coach - Football
Bachelor of Science in Education, San Diego State University

Tanner Spencer (2019)
Head Coach - Baseball
Masters of Management, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Nebraska at Kearney

Bree Spenner (2021)
Assistant Coach - Women’s Volleyball
Bachelor of Education, Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges

Aaron Teigen (2019)
Assistant Coach - Cross Country Track & Field

Isaac Thurm (2024)
Assistant Coach -  Strength & Conditioning
Master of Science, Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts, Northwestern College

VI. Adjunct Faculty & Lead Facilitators

Cameo Anders (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Juris Doctor, Ave Maria School of Law
Master of Arts, Holy Apostles College & Seminary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Dallas

Jerald Anderson (1989)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, Moorhead State University
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Luke Arredondo (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Florida State University
Master of Arts, Notre Dame Seminary
Bachelor of Arts, St Joseph Seminary College

Molly Berg (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
, Concordia College

Rhonda Bieber (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Minot State University
Associate Degree in Nursing, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172

Steve Brannan (2016)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Education, University of Mary
Master of Science, Northern State College
Bachelor of Science, Minot State University

John Brehany (2015)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Arts, University of San Francisco

Renee Cawley (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Arts, University of La Verne

Aimee Copas (2010)
Adjunct Professor
Specialist in Education, University of South Dakota
Doctor of Education, University of South Dakota
Master of Education, Northern State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Calvin Crawford (2023)
Adjunct Professor

Peter de Keratry (2020)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, St. Mary’s University of MN
Bachelor of Arts, Texas A & M

Mindy Detling (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Minot State University
Associate of Arts, Minot State University

Claudia Dietrich (1998)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, University of Portland
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Alison Dollar (2007)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Univ Of Sask-Canada
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science in Education, Minot State University

Shawn Ehler (2017)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Grand View University

Alyssa Ehrlich (2017)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Nick Emmel (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Education, University of Mary

Mark Fitzloff (2008)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Master of Project Management, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Dakota State University

David Fleischacker (2010)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Catholic University of America
Master of Arts, Catholic University of America
Bachelor of Arts, University of St Thomas

Jimmie Flores (2014)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Phoenix
Master of Science, Regis University

Gregory Gentry (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Master of Music, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Bachelor of Music, University of Denver

Shane Goettle (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Juris Doctor, Hamline University School of Law
Bachelor of Science, NDSU

Jenifer Gray (2014)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts, Dickinson State University
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

John Grinsteiner (2004)
Adjunct Professor
Juris Doctor, University of North Dakota School of Law
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College - USE ID 29172

Sebastian Haboczki (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, James Madison University
Master of Music, University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Music, University of Western Ontario

Rod Hair (2004)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Trident University International - CA
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Jonathon Heger (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Mary
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, St Cloud State University

Cory Howat (2021)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, St Mary University of MN

Martin Jacoby (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Business Administration, Keiser University
Master of Arts, Tusculum College
Master of Science, National Defense University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Missouri - Columbia

Stacy Jepsen (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Associate of Science, Normandale Community CollegeUSE ID 29119

Brian Johnson (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Juris Doctor, University of North Dakota

Jenna Johnson (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, University of Vermont
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

Julie Kautzmann (2013)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Kaleb Kirby (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Minot State University

Travis Kvanvig (2012)
Adjunct Professor
Masters of Management, University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, University of Phoenix

Janet Lakomy (2018)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Master of Science, Texas Women’s University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Texas A & M Uni-Corpus Christi
Associate of Applied Science, Del Mar College

EunAe Lee (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, Northwestern University
, Mannes College of Music
, The Julilliard School

Jessica McLindsay (2022)
Adjunct Professor

Mike McNeff (2016)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of North Dakota
Master of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, VCSU

Angela Nagel (2017)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Vickie Pomonis (2021)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Education, University of North Dakota

Rochelle Rindels (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, South Dakota State University

Jeannine Saabye (1986)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Manisha Sawhney (2008)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Delhi University
Master of Arts, Himachal Pradesh University
Bachelor of Arts, St Bede’s College

Jenny Schmidt (2014)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Nick Schneider (1998)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary
, St Anselmo
Bachelor of Sacred Theology, PUST

Nicole Spotts (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Education, University of Mary

Jerri Stramer (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary

Lauren Terzo (2016)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Delaware
Bachelor of Science, Rutgers the State University

Jeanne Vigness (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Keith Wade (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Business Administration, Argosy University
Master of Business Administration, University Detroit
Bachelor of Science, Oakland U

Julie Zaruba-Fountaine (2003)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Business Administration, St Scholastica
Master of Science, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Karen Zimmerman (2013)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Sanford College of Nursing
Associate of Arts, Minot State University

VII. Faculty Emeriti

Carol Andreini (2011-2022)
Professor Emerita, Classics

Carole Barrett (1983-2016)
Professor Emerita, Social and Behavioral Sciences

Will Beachey (1990-2015)
Professor Emeritus, Respiratory Therapy

Marvin Borgelt (1982-2008)
Professor Emeritus, Business

Sister Mariah Dietz, O.S.B. (1971-2011)
Professor Emerita, Nursing

Loran L. Eckroth (1974-2000)
Professor Emeritus, Music

Charles Fortney (1973-2006)
Professor Emeritus, Social & Behavioral Sciences

Sister Terence Glum, O.S.B. (1970-1996)
Professor Emerita, Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Jayne Hardy (2003-2017)
Professor Emerita, Theology

Thomas P. Johnson (1970-2000)
Professor Emeritus, Education and Academic Affairs

Sister JoAnn Krebsbach, O.S.B. (1980-2008)
Professor Emerita, Philosophy & Theology

Mary Leetun (1993-2005)
Professor Emerita, Nursing

David Nix (1971 - 2001)
Professor Emeritus, Mathematics & Natural Sciences

Margaret Nordlie (1995-2020)
Professor Emerita, Chemistry

Sally N. Olsen (1977-2002)
Professor Emerita, Nursing

Michael Parker (1995-2021)
Professor Emeritus, Physical Therapy

Kathryn Perrin (1996-2011)
Professor Emerita, Occupational Therapy

Glenda Reemts (1990-2021)
Professor Emerita, Nursing

Jodi Roller (1995-2021)
Professor Emerita, Physical Therapy

Jeannine Saabye (1974-1982, 1986-2018)
Professor Emerita, Art

Doug Schelhaas (1992-2009)
Professor Emeritus, Biology