Faculty and Administration

Faculty


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Aberle, Amber Ussatis (2013) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S., M.Ed. Valley City State University, Ed.D. Capella University
Abshire, Michelle (2021) Assistant Professor of Science; B.S., Ph.D. Oklahoma State University
Amah, Peter (2022) Assistant Professor of Business; Ph.D. Gonzaga University
Anderson, Bob (2005) Professor of Science; B.S., Ph.D. South Dakota State University
Anderson, Mary Beth (2022) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S., M.S. University of Minnesota

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Bass, Dave (1981) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Valley City State University, M.Ed. University of North Dakota
Baughman, Kiersten (2019) Associate Professor of Social Science; B.S. Moorhead State University, M.S., Ph.D. University of Oklahoma
Bennett Zaun, Kathleen (2009) New Teacher Support Coordinator; Instructor of Education; B.A. San Jose State University, M.A. National University
Betancur Echeverry, Luis (2022) Instructor of Language and Literature; B.A. Pontificia Bolivariana University, Columbia, B.S.Ed. Valley City State University, M.A. (EAFIT) University, Columbia
Bhardwaj, Bhavana (2022) Assistant Professor of Computer Systems and Software Engineering; B.S. University of Delhi, India, M.S. Sikkim Manipal University, India, Ph.D. North Dakota State University
Boe, James (2000) Dean for Graduate Studies and Extended Learning; Professor of Graduate; B.S. Valley City State University, M.Ed. University of North Dakota, Ph.D. North Dakota State University
Bratrud, Sharon (2014) Athletic Training Curriculum Program Clinical Coordinator; Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.S. Minnesota State University Moorhead, M.S. University of North Dakota; AT, LAT
Bremer, Abigail (2019) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S., M.S. Michigan State University, Ed.D. Minnesota State University - Moorhead
Brister, J. Gregory (2011) Associate Professor of Language and Literature; B.A. Hamline University, M.A. St. Cloud State University, Ph.D. University of Kansas
Brown, Gratia (2019) Assistant Professor of Art; B.A. University of Pittsburgh, M.F.A. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Burr, Diane (1981) Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.S., M.S. Northern State College; AT-Ret

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Clauson, Jacob (2021) Assistant Professor of Social Science; B.A., B.S. Minnesota State University-Moorhead, M.S. University of Oregon
Cunningham, Steven (2022) Assistant Professor of Music; B.M. University of North Texas, M.M. Oklahoma State University, D.M.A. University of Minnesota

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DeLorme, Andre (1996) Professor of Science; B.A. Valley City State University, M.A. Bemidji State University, Ph.D. University of Minnesota
DeMuth, David (2012) Professor of Science; B.S. University of Louisville, M.S. University of Louisville, Ph.D. University of Minnesota
Dockter, Jason (2018) Instructor of Technology; B.S. Minnesota State University - Moorhead, M.Ed. Valley City State University
Du, Yang (2019) Assistant Professor of Computer Systems and Software Engineering; B.E.E., Ph.D. Beihang University
Dutton, Anthony (2009) Professor of Social Science; B.S.Ed. Valley City State University, M.A. University of North Dakota, Ph.D. North Dakota State University

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Ephrim, Ekow (2020) Assistant Professor of Art; B.A. University of Education Winneba, Ghana; M.F.A. Indiana University Bloomington

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Fenster, Emily (2013) Associate Professor of Social Science; B.A. University of North Dakota. M.G.S., Ph.D. Miami University

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Galt, Nicholas (2016) Associate Professor of Science; B.S. North Dakota State University, Ph.D. University of Alabama

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Hanson, David (2017) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Valley City State University, M.S. Tri-College University
Heide, Jerrold (2018) Assistant Professor of Music; B.M. Dickinson State University, M.M. University of South Dakota
Hunt, Rachelle (2007) Director for Athletic Training Program; Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.S. North Dakota State University, M.Ed. Valley City State University, Ed.D. Minnesota State University; AT, LAT

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Jimenez, Kenneth (2017) Assistant Professor of Music; B.M. University of Wyoming, M.M. University of Minnesota Duluth, D.M.A. North Dakota State University
Johnson, Oswald (2022) Assistant Professor; B.M. Wheaton College, M.M. Ohio University
Jorgensen, Alexander (2020) Assistant Professor of Social Science; B.A. Concordia College; M.A. University of Kansas; Ph.D. University of Kansas

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Katuin, Tammy (2018) Assistant Professor of Business; A.S. Reedley College, B.A. Fresno Pacific University, M.B.A. University of North Dakota
King, Steven (2005) Professor of Social Science; B.A. Oak Hills Christian School, M.A. St. Cloud State University, D.A. University of North Dakota
Klein, Joan (2016) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Minnesota State University - Moorhead, M.S. Northern State University
Klingenberg, Erin D. (1990) Vice President for Student Affairs; Assistant Professor of Social Science; B.A. Jamestown College, M.Ed. University of North Dakota, M.Ed., Ph.D. North Dakota State University; Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, National Certified Counselor
Knapp, Travis (2022) Assistant Professor of Language and Literature; B.A. Oklahoma State University, M.A., Ph. D University of Missouri
Knodle, Kim (2010) Director for Field Experiences; Instructor of Education; B.S. Mayville State University, M.Ed. North Dakota State University
Kopp, Marcus (2022) Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.S. North Dakota State University, M.S. University of Mary
Kosel, Trent (2020) Assistant Professor of Mathematics; B.S. Valley City State University; M.A. Minot State University; M.Ed. North Dakota State University
Kruger, Lee (2001) Associate Professor of Language and Literature; B.A. Wartburg College, M.A. University of Nebraska-Omaha
Krumwiede, Elisa (2019) Instructor of Technology; B.S. North Dakota State University, B.S., M.Ed. Valley City State University
Kvilvang, Heather (2002) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. in Ed. Valley City State University, M.S. Minnesota State University Moorhead, Ph.D. North Dakota State University

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Ma, Yongchao (2020) Assistant Professor of Computer Systems and Software Engineering; B.S. Jilin University; M.S. Dalian University of Technology
Mallory, Dustin (2021) Assistant Professor of Music; B.A. Saginaw Valley State University, M.A. Rutgers The State University of New Jersey
Mannie, Clayton (2020) Assistant Professor of Technology; B.S., M.Ed. Valley City State University
Mari, Kaley (2017) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S., M.S. University of North Dakota
Mattson, Barbara (2022) Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; A.A. Snow College, B.A. Adams State University, M.A. Concordia University
Meyers, Nicholaus (2012) Assistant Professor; B.M. Augusta State University, M.M. University of Tennessee, D.M.A. North Dakota State University
Michaelson, Timothy (2018) Instructor of Education; B.S. Dickinson State University, M.S.Ed. Northern State University
Mircsov, Angela (2018) Assistant Professor of Art; B.F.A. Millikin University, M.F.A. Lindenwood University
Mogensen, Christine (2021) Instructor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.S.Ed., M.A.Ed. Northern State University
Montgomery, Trista (2022) Assistant Professor of Science; B.A., B.S., M.S. Bemidji State University
Mounts, Taylor (2021) Assistant Professor of Business; B.B.A.,M.B.A Harding University

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Noteboom, Benjamin (2022) Assistant Professor of Mathematics; B.S., M.S., Ph.D. North Dakota State University

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Olson, Alan (1990) Professor of Education; B.S. Valley City State University, M.S. Northern State University, Ph.D. University of North Dakota
Owen, Jackie (2009) Learning Center Coordinator Disability Support Specialist; Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Brigham Young University, M.Ed. Utah State University, M.S. North Dakota State University

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Peschel, Heather (2015) Instructor of Education; B.S. Valley City State University, M.Ed. University of North Dakota
Pfeifer, Susan (2005) Professor of Computer Systems and Software Engineering; B.A. Jamestown College, M.S. University of St. Thomas; P.M.P., SAP Certified Associate
Pollert, Jaime (2021) Assistant Professor of Education; B.A. Concordia University, M.S. Minnesota State University-Moorhead

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Reule, Jonna (2008) Associate Professor of Communication Arts; B.A., M.A. North Dakota State University, Ph.D. Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Richman, Harmony (2018) Instructor of Education; B.S., M.Ed. Minnesota State University - Moorhead
Rolf, Kathryn (2021) Assistant Professor of Music; B.A. Concordia University, M.M., D.M.A. North Dakota State University
Ross, Richard (1999) Associate Professor of Business; B.A., B.S. Minot State University, M.S. Tri-College University
Russell, Julee (1995) Professor of Language and Literature; B.S. Bemidji State University, M.A., Ph.D. University of North Dakota
Russi, Jenni Lou (2009) Director of Theatre; Associate Professor of Communication Arts; B.A. Judson University, M.F.A. Kent State University

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Saxland, Angela (2019) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S.Ed. Valley City State University, M.Ed. Minot State University
Shorma, Jodi (2009) Assistant Professor of Language and Literature; B.A., M.A. University of North Dakota
Shuler, Jessica (2020) Online Music Coordinator; B.A. Clemson University, B.S. Valley City State University
Sundstrom, Teather (2012) Professor of Science; B.S. University of North Dakota, Ph.D. University of Connecticut

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Thompson, Amber (2022) Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; M.S. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Tyre, Brenda (2013) Associate Professor of Business; B.S. Minnesota State University Moorhead, M.B.A. University of Mary; CPA

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van Gijssel, Hilde (2002) Professor of Science; M.Ed. Valley City State University, M.S., Ph.D. Leiden University (the Netherlands)
VanHorn, Shannon (1999) Professor of Communication Arts; B.S., M.S., Ph.D. North Dakota State University

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Wicktor, Emily D. (2022) Associate Professor of Language and Literature; B.A., M.A. St. Cloud State University, Ph.D. University of Kansas
Wiehl, Lindsey (2021) Assistant Professor of Music; B.S. The College of Saint Rose, M.M., D.A. Ball State University
Williams, Casey (2011) Associate Professor of Science; B.S. Northwestern State University, M.S., Ph.D. Texas State University
Wirth, Jamie (2008) Director for Great Plains STEM Education Center; Professor of Mathematics; B.A. University of North Dakota, B.S. Mayville Sate University, M.A. Minot State University, Ph.D. North Dakota State University
Woehl, Kathryn (2010) Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs; Professor of Social Science; B.S. North Dakota State University, M.S. St. Cloud State University, M.A, Ph.D. University of North Dakota
Wright, Wesley (2022) Assistant Professor of Business; B.S., MAcc Brigham Young University, M.B.A Florida State University

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Zahn, Cindy (2005) Director for Distance Elementary Education; Associate Professor of Education; B.S.Ed. Moorhead State University, M.Ed. University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Ph.D. North Dakota State University
Zerface, Angela (2021) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Minnesota State University-Moorhead, B.S,B.A. Valley City State University, M.Ed. North Dakota State University

Administration


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Anderson, Cory (2020) Executive Director for University Advancement; B.S. Valley City State University

B

Boe, James (2000) Dean for Graduate Studies and Extended Learning; Professor of Graduate; B.S. Valley City State University, M.Ed. University of North Dakota, Ph.D. North Dakota State University
Brooks, Larry (2022) Vice President for Academic Affairs; B.S., M.S. North Dakota State University
Buchholz, Erica (2010) Vice President for Business Affairs; Controller; B.S. Valley City State University
Burgad, Allen (2021) Dean for School of Education; B.S.Ed. Valley City State University, M.Ed. University of Mary, Ed.D. University of North Dakota

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Edinger, Erin (2021) Director for Residence Life; B.S. Valley City State University, M.S. Minnesota State University
Elston, Kayla (2019) Graphic Designer; A.A.S. Bismarck State College

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Gregoryk, Kerry (2017) Director for Institutional Effectiveness and Planning; B.S. University of Minnesota-Moorhead, M.S.I.T. University of Mary, Ph.D. North Dakota State University

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Heide, Erin (2022) Director for Enrollment Services; B.S. Dickinson State University, M.S. Chadron State College-Nebraska
Hone, Shannon (2021) Registrar; B.S. Valley City State University
Hunt, Rachelle (2007) Director for Athletic Training Program; Associate Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.S. North Dakota State University, M.Ed. Valley City State University, Ed.D. Minnesota State University; AT, LAT

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Jenness, Jennifer A. Grothe (2007) Director for Library Services; Associate Professor of Communication Arts; B.A. Concordia College, M.A. Minnesota State University-Mankato, M.S.L. University of North Texas

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Klingenberg, Erin D. (1990) Vice President for Student Affairs; Assistant Professor of Social Science; B.A. Jamestown College, M.Ed. University of North Dakota, M.Ed., Ph.D. North Dakota State University; Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, National Certified Counselor
Knodle, Kim (2010) Director for Field Experiences; Instructor of Education; B.S. Mayville State University, M.Ed. North Dakota State University
Kohler, Janna (2022) Director for Career Services; B.S. Valley City State University, M. Ed. University of Jamestown
Kotta, Christopher (CJ) (1996) Director for Network Services and Campus IT Security Officer; B.S. Valley City State University
Kringlie, Erik (1990) Director for Data Centers and Virtualization; B.U.S. Valley City State University

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LaFave, Alan (2018) President; B.M.E. Northern State College, M.M., D.M.A. Arizona State University
LaFramboise, Kelly (2020) Director for Diversity and Inclusion; B.A., B.S. Loyola University Chicago; M.A., Ph.D. University of Oklahoma
Larson, Jennifer (2013) Director for Human Resources; B.S. Valley City State University

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McCulloch, Dennis (1994) Director for Athletics Interim; B.S.Ed., M.S. Northern State University-South Dakota
Mills, Bradley (1999) Director for Enterprise Applications; B.A. University of Jamestown

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Nix, Mike (1996) Director for Technology Service Desk; B.S. Valley City State University

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Peterson, Kaleen (2011) Director for Student Academic Services/Title IX Coordinator; B.A., J.D. University of North Dakota
Potts, Mark (2013) Director for Sports Information/Assistant Athletic Director; B.S. North Dakota State University
Pritchert, Marcia (1985) Director for Financial Aid; B.S. Valley City State University, M.B.A. North Dakota State University

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Robinson, Larry (1975) Director for Capital Campaigns; B.S., M.S. North Dakota State University
Rogelstad, Todd (2000) VCSU Bookstore Manager; B.S. University of North Dakota

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Stricklin, Kari (1999) Director for Student Center and Student Activities; B.S. Valley City State University

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Taft, Tamara Jo (2021) Director for Marketing Communications; B.A. Wartburg College
Tykwinski, Betty (2018) Director for Health Services/Worksite Wellness Coordinator; B.S.N. Mankato State University, M.S.N. Waldon University
Tykwinski, Joseph (1986) Executive Chief Information Officer; Assistant Professor; B.S., M.S. Mankato State University

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Wirth, Jamie (2008) Director for Great Plains STEM Education Center; Professor of Mathematics; B.A. University of North Dakota, B.S. Mayville Sate University, M.A. Minot State University, Ph.D. North Dakota State University
Woehl, Kathryn (2010) Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs; Professor of Social Science; B.S. North Dakota State University, M.S. St. Cloud State University, M.A, Ph.D. University of North Dakota

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Zahn, Cindy (2005) Director for Distance Elementary Education; Associate Professor of Education; B.S.Ed. Moorhead State University, M.Ed. University of Wisconsin-River Falls, Ph.D. North Dakota State University

NDUS Chancellor

Dr. Mark R. Hagerott

North Dakota State Board of Higher Education


The State Board of Higher Education is the policy-setting and advocacy body for the North Dakota University System and the governing body for North Dakota's 11 publicly supported colleges and universities. The SBHE also oversees the NDSU Extension Service and Agricultural Research Stations, Northern Crops Institute, State Forest Service and the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute.


The SBHE is made up of seven citizen members appointed to four-year terms by the governor and one student appointed by the governor to serve a one-year term. The Council of College Faculties selects the board's non-voting faculty advisor, and the NDUS Staff Senate selects the board's non-voting staff advisor.

Board Members

Casey Ryan, MD, Chair
Tim Mihalick, Vice Chair
Danita Bye
Jeffry Volk
Nick Hacker
John Warford, DDS.
Kevin Black
Sadie Hanson, Student Member
Michael Linnell, Staff Advisor
Lisa Montplaisir, Ph.D., Faculty Advisor

For more information, visit ndus.edu/state-board-of-higher-education/board-members.