Jun 27, 2025  
2025 -2026 Catalog 
    
2025 -2026 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, D.B.A.
Vice President for Student Development
 
Matthew Zimmerman, M.B.A.
Vice President for Financial Affairs
 
Marcus Wagner, M.Ed.
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

Kevin Anderson (2018)
Assistant Professor - Occupational Therapy
Doctor of Philosophy, North Dakota State University
Master of Science, Minnesota State University- Moorhead
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of North Dakota
Associate of Arts, Minot State University

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

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 Engineering, 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

Kristin Bietz (2025)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, South Dakota State University

Joe 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 Science in Counseling, University of Mary

Haley Bossert (2024)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, NDSU School of Nursing
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College

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

Teresa Bren (2024)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University
Associate of Applied Science, Dickinson State University

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)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Utah
Master of Arts, University of St Thomas
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, 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, Northwestern Oklahoma State University
Bachelor of Science, Northwestern 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

Douglas Cook (2025)
Instructor - Graduate Counseling
Doctor of Philosophy, Ohio University
Master of Science in Education, Ohio University
Bachelor of Science in Education, Ohio University

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

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
Bachelor of Arts, University of St. Thomas

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
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)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Education, University of North Dakota
Master of Science, Northern State University

Amy Duchsherer (2019)
Assistant Professor
Master of Arts, North Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

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

Joshua Englefield (2025)
Assistant Professor - Behavioral Science
, University of St Thomas
, Case Western Reserve university
Bachelor of Arts, Frnciscan University of Steubenville

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

Christine Fleischacker (2011)
Visiting Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, George Washington University
Master of Philosophy, George Washington University
Bachelor of Arts, University of St Thomas

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

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)
Associate Professor - Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy, Virginia Polytechnic Institute
Master of Science, Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, California State University- Long Beach

Renaud Gauthier (2016)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Kansas State University
Master of Arts, State University of New York at Stony Brook
Master of Arts, State University of New York at Stony Brook
Bachelor of Science, Columbia University in the City of New York

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

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

Lonnie Grabowska (2006)
Instructor - Education
, Walden University
Masters of Management, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

James Gustafson (2024)
Assistant Professor - Math
Master of Arts in Teaching, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science in Education, 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

Emma Hall (2025)
Assistant Professor - Nursing

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/Catholic Studies
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

Brittany Hernandez (2019)
Assistant Professor - Speech
Doctor of Education, University of Mary
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 of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, Mayville State University

Sarah Holzer (2022)
Assistant Professor - Social Work
Master of Social Work, University of Minnesota Duluth
Bachelor of Science, North Dakota State University

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

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 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)
Associate 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

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

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
Master of Social Work, Florida State University
Bachelor of Science, University of North Dakota

Paul LaDuke (2020)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Arts, AT Still University
Master of Science, United States 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 Moorhead
Associate of Applied 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)
Associate 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)
Associate 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)
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)
Assistant Professor
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, CA Poly Univ - San Luis Obispo

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 Chicago
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

Tyler McMaken (2024)
Assistant Professor - Physics
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Colorado Boulder
Master of Science, University of Colorado Boulder
Bachelor of Arts, Case Western Reserve University

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

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

Loni Miller (2015)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Education, University of New England
Master of Education, Bemidji State University
Bachelor of Science, 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
Doctor of Business Administration, Keiser University
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Masters of Management, University of Mary

Adam Myers (2025)
Assistant Professor - Philosophy/Catholic Studies

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

Marisa Olesen (2021)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Associate of Science, BSC

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)
Associate 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

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

Jaylia Prussing (2014)
Associate Professor - Education
Doctor of Education, University of the Cumberlands
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead

Brennan Roche (2024)
Instructor - Biology
Master of Science, University of Nebraska Medical Center
Bachelor of Arts, Benedictine College

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
Doctor of Philosophy, Arizona State University
Master of Arts, Sam Houston State University
Master of Arts, Sam Houston State University

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
Master of Social Work, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, 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)
Associate 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

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

Stacy Solberg (2025)
Instructor - Athletic Training
, Indiana State University
Bachelor of Science, St Cloud State University

Karel Sovak (2002)
Dean, Gary Tharaldson School of Business
Doctor of Philosophy, Walden University
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Arts, 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)
Professor - Political Science
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Nebraska
Master of Arts, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, University of North Dakota

Catherine Staloch (2019)
Assistant Professor
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
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College

George Summers (2024)
PT Assistant Professor

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

August Taylor (2015)
Assistant Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Mike Taylor (2015)
Professor

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

Brendan Thorp (2017)
Instructor
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, 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 in Education, Minot State University

Todd Van Orman (2017)
Assistant Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Business Administration, 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 Arts, Bismarck State College

Sonya Veck (2024)
Associate Professor - English/Catholic Studies

Hannah Venable (2021)
Assistant Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, University of Dallas
Master of Arts, Reformed Theological Seminary
Master of Arts, University of Auckland
Master of Arts, 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

Trisha Waldman (2024)
Associate Dean Art & Sciences
Doctor of Education, Concordia University
Master of Science, University of Saint Joseph
Bachelor of Science, Presentation College
Associate of Arts, Presentation College

Kevin Walker (2023)
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Claremont Graduate University
Master of Arts, Claremont Graduate University
Bachelor of Arts, Azusa Pacific University

Rachelle Walker (2023)
Assistant Professor - Political Science
Doctor of Philosophy, Claremont Graduate University
Master of Arts, Claremont Graduate University
Bachelor of Arts, Vanguard Univ Southern Calif

Christine Walth (2023)
Assistant Professor - Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
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

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

Eric Westby (2024)
Visiting Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Liverpool Hope University
Master of Arts, Franciscan University
Bachelor of Arts, UCLA

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

Olivia Adcox (2025)
Admissions Representative

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

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

Ethan Andrews (2017)
Librarian
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

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)
CEL Director
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

Micah Bernard (2023)
Campus Safety and Security Assistant Coordinator
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Chardonnay Bodrick (2023)
Academic Advisor
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

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

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

Christina Cannon (2024)
Skills and Simulation Lab Technician
Associate of Applied Science, Columbia State

Sean Cleary (2012)
Assistant Vice President for Public Affairs
Master of Science, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

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

Annie Cyr (2025)
Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary
Associate of Science, Rio Salado

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
Doctor of Education, George Washington University
Educational Specialist, George Washington University
Master of Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University
Bachelor of Arts, Mount Holyoke College

Danny Doherty (2024)
Coordinator of Athletic Live Broadcast & Events
Bachelor of Science, Ithaca College

Tim Duncan (2025)
Residence Director
Bachelor of Arts, Ohio State Univ Columbus

Jen Eberle (1999)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships

David Echelbarger (2014)
Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs
Associate Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, Baylor University
Master of Arts, Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts, St Norbert College

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
Professor
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)
Director of Financial Services

Ryan Gartner (2021)
Electro/Mech Systems Supervisor

Anthony Gialanella (2015)
Dining Programming Coordinator

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

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

Brooklyn Hansen (2023)
Residence Director

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

Kathi Hilzendeger (2015)
Human Resources Specialist

Gianna Hippler (2021)
Database Manager

Laura Hixson Scott (2010)
Director of Public Affairs
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

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

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

Emme Hulm (2015)
Marketing Content Specialist
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Katey Hulm (2024)
Event Specialist
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

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

Justin Irish (2024)
Residence Director
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mississippi

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

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 II

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

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

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

Aric Lee (2025)
Associate Athletic Director for External Relations
Bachelor of Arts, Minot State University

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

Cesar Lopes (2025)
Weekend Plant Supervisor

Elaina Lubeck (2021)
Executive Assistant

Edna Maldonado Rivera (2025)
Financial Aid Counselor

Evan Markel (2024)
Admissions Representative

Kirializ Matias Cosme (2022)
Financial Aid Counselor
Bachelor of Business Administration, Universidad De PR

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

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

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

Lindsey Miller (2021)
Coordinator

Kathleen Moch (2024)
Student Accessibility Specialist
Master of Arts, University of Jamestown
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

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 Tech Clge EGF

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)
Rome Campus Student Life Coordinator
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Erik Porter (2022)
Marketing Content Specialist/Head Tennis Coach
Master of Arts, Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts, Concordia College

Tina Powell (2025)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships
Master of Arts, Western Governors University
Bachelor of Arts, University of San Francisco

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

Jamie Reed (2023)
Coordinator of Athletic Compliance & Operations
Bachelor of Science, University of Nebraska

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

Micah Richter (2022)
Residence Director
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

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

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

Casey Scott (2017)
Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, Campbillsville University

Clare Sebestyen (2024)
Admissions Representative
Bachelor of Arts, Christendom College

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

Sam Sequeira (2019)
Coordinator of Enrollment and Partnerships
Bachelor of Arts, University of Mary

Lucy Spooner (2024)
Coordinator of Mission for Life & St. Teresa Commu
Bachelor of Education, Hastings College

Eli 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

Emma Thorp (2021)
Ministry Coordinator

Jim Thorp (2025)
Marketing Content Specialist
Bachelor of Arts, Yale University

Alexis Tibor (2016)
Director of Admissions Operations and Events
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Crystal Trefz (2018)
Student Success Advisor
Master of Arts, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, 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

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

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

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

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

Father Jarad Wolf (2011)
Chaplain of Marauders Athletics

Kim Zimmerman (2018)
Facility Coordinator

Matthew Zimmermann (2025)
Vice President for Financial Affairs
Master of Business Administration, Duke University
Bachelor of Business Administration, College of William & Mary

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

Kaitlyn Alvarado (2018)
Assistant Coach Softball

Maddie Callicoat (2024)
Assistant Coach - Women’s Volleyball
Bachelor of Science, Mid America Christian University

Logan Christensen (2018)
Associate Head 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

Haley Froelich (2024)
Assistant Coach - Women’s Basketball
Master of Science, Mount Mary University
Bachelor of Science, Presentation College

Robert Frost (2025)
Head Coach - Women’s Volleyball
Bachelor of Arts, Moody Bible Institute

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

Braydon Huber (2019)
Assistant Coach - Men’s Wrestling
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

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

Taylor Kolste (2025)
Offensive Coordinator - Football

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

Morgan Kroshus (2025)
Athletic Trainer
Master of Science, Western Ill University
Bachelor of Science,  University of ND

Alex Land (2025)
Assistant Coach - Football
Bachelor of Science, Weber State University

Jake Leier (2025)
Assistant Coach - Men’s Basketball
Master of Arts, Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Science, Mayville StateUniversity

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

Alexander Lucy (2023)
Assistant Coach Swimming & Diving

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

Braden Prochnow (2023)
Athletic Trainer

Gavin Robertson (2024)
Assistant Coach - Football

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

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

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

Darren Tighe (2025)
Head Coach - Men’s Basketball
Master of Arts, Minnesota State University Mankato
Bachelor of Arts, Minnesota State University Mankato

Marcus Wagner (2022)
Director of Intercollegiate Athletics
Master of Education, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Education, Valley City State University

VI. Adjunct Faculty & Lead Facilitators

Kyle Allison (2022)
Adjunct Professor

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

Julie Berg (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, UND
Bachelor of Science, Minot State

Molly Berg (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Master of Science in Nursing, University of Mary
Bachelor of Arts, Concordia College Moorhead MN

Nicole Bernier (2015)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, University of Iowa
Bachelor of Music, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Bachelor of Science, Minnesota State University Moorhead

Danielle Bosse (2025)
Adjunct Professor

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

Ashley Cardinal (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, UND
Bachelor of Science, University of ND

Kris Cleary (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, Moorhead State University

Megan Click (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, University of Oklahoma

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

Lisa Corbin (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Business Administration, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Liz Davis (2015)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Peter de Keratry (2020)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, St Mary’s University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts, Texas A & M Univ-Coll Station

Boris Djokic (2023)
Adjunct Professor

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

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

Cammy Erickson (2019)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Education, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, Dickinson State University
Associate of Arts, Bismarck State College

Beverly Everett (2014)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Iowa
Master of Arts, University of Iowa
Master of Music, Baylor University
Bachelor of Music, Baylor University

Renae Fettig (2004)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Christopher Fichera (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Business Administration, Capella University
Master of Business Administration, Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Florida Institute of Technology

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

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

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
Associate of Applied Science, Community College of the Air Force

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

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

Emily Jacobson (2015)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Education, Minot State University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

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

Kara Kniert (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Nursing Practice, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of North Dakota

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

Krisi Kunz (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, University of Jamestown
Bachelor of Science, Jamestown College

Robert Lech (2025)
Adjunct Professor

Emily Lysne (2016)
Adjunct Professor

Jessica McLindsay (2022)
Adjunct Professor

Londa Pedersen (2025)
Adjunct Professor

Tom Porter (2008)
Adjunct 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

Msgr. Thomas Richter (2022)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Engineering, North Dakota State University
Associate of Science, Bismarck State College
Master of Sacred Theology, Pontifical University of St Thomas Aquinas

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

Andrew Robison (2021)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, St Mary’s U of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts, Texas A & M University

Kathy Rueger (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science, Wayne State College

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

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
Bachelor of Sacred Theology, PUST

Jacob Schwab (2025)
Adjunct Professor

Rob Shah (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Philosophy, National University
Master of Business Administration, DeVry University
Bachelor of Science, Arizona State University

Lindsey Slappy (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, Southern Utah University
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Sarah Sochacki (2025)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, Columbia University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Notre Dame

James Sorenson (2018)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, Colorado State University - Global Campus
Bachelor of Science, American Military UniversityWV
Associate of Applied Science, Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Applied Science, Community College of the Air Force

John Soupir (2021)
Adjunct Professor
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary

Samantha Sticka (2020)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Occupational Therapy, Creighton University
Bachelor of Science, Montana State University

Brenna Stone (2024)
Adjunct Professor
Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Mary
Bachelor of Science, University of Mary
Associate of Science, NCTC

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

Michele Svihovec (2023)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Arts, Northern State University
Bachelor of Arts, Northern State University

Julia Vanwynsberghe (2024)
Adjunct Professor

David Villafana (2025)
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

Tim Wiedrich (1998)
Adjunct Professor
Masters of Management,

Kathleen Wrigley (2020)
Adjunct Professor
Master of Science, 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

Julie Klein (1982-2020)
Professor Emerita, Nursing

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

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