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

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

Aune, Heather (2024) Assistant Professor of Music; B.A. University of Jamestown, M.A. University of Mary

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Bass, Dave (1981) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Valley City State University, M.Ed. University of North Dakota

Betancur Echeverry, Luis (2022) Assistant Professor of Language and Literature; B.A. Pontificia Bolivariana University, Columbia, B.S.Ed. Valley City State University, M.A. (EAFIT) University, Columbia

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) Professor of Language and Literature; B.A. Hamline University, M.A. St. Cloud State University, Ph.D. University of Kansas

Brown, Gratia (2019) Associate 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

Clement, Katrina (2023) Assistant Professor of Music; B.M.Ed The University of New Mexico, M.M. University of Minnesota, D.M.A. Arizona State University

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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DeMuth, David (2012) Professor of Science; B.S. University of Louisville, M.S. University of Louisville, Ph.D. University of Minnesota

Dreyer, Staci (2023) Assistant Professor of Science; B.A. Minnesota State University Moorhead, Ph.D. University of North Dakota

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

Duvall, Cheryl (2023) Assistant Professor of Business; B.S., M.B.A. 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) 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

Gjovik, Knut Peder (2008) Emeritus Professor of Technology and STEM Education; A.A. Lake Region State College, B.S. Valley City State University, M.S. University of North Dakota, Ph.D. North Dakota State University.

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Hanson, David (2017) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Valley City State University, M.S. Tri-College University

Haut, Jessica (2024) Assistant Professor of Mathematics; B.S.Ed. Valley City State University

Heide, Jerrold (2018) Assistant Professor of Music; B.M. Dickinson State University, M.M. University of South Dakota

Helmi, Wesam (2024) Assistant Professor of Business; B.A., M.B.A. University of Business and Technology Saudia Arabia, Ph.D. North Dakota State University

Hunt, Rachelle (2007) Director for Athletic Training Program; 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 of Music; B.M. Wheaton College, M.M. Ohio University

Jorgensen, Alexander (2020) Associate 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) Associate Professor of Business; A.S. Reedley College, B.A. Fresno Pacific University, M.B.A. University of North Dakota

Keller, Allison (2024) Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; B.U.S. North Dakota State University, M.A. Valley City State University

Kiecker, Lindsey (2023) Instructor of Science; B.S.Ed. Valley City State University

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

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

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) Assistant Professor of Technology and STEM Education; B.S. North Dakota State University, 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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Leker, Lindsey (2024) Associate Professor of Social Science; B.A. Minnesota State University Moorhead, M.S. North Dakota State University, Ph.D. University of North Dakota

Long, Taylor (2023) Assistant Professor of Music; B.M. Portland State University, M.M. University of Kansas, D.M.A. Stony Brook 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

Mannie, Clayton (2020) Assistant Professor of Technology and STEM Education; B.S. and M.Ed. Valley City State University

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) Associate 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

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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

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Peschel, Heather (2015) Assistant Professor 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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Revier, Zach (2024) Assistant Professor of Business; B.S. Williams Baptist College, M.B.A. Abila University

Richman, Harmony (2018) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S., M.Ed. Minnesota State University - Moorhead

Ries, Katlyn (2024) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S.Ed. Valley City State University, B.S. North Dakota State University, M.Ed. University of North Dakota,

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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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

Stauffer, Teresa (2024) Assistant Professor of Education; B.S. Baptist Pillsbury Baptist Bible College, M.I.D. Western Governor's University, M.Ed. University of Pennsylvania, Ed.D. Northcentral University

Sundstrom, Teather (2012) Professor of Science; B.S. University of North Dakota, Ph.D. University of Connecticut

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Taft, Tamara Jo (2021) Assistant Professor of Communication Arts; B.A. Wartburg College, M.S. Arizona State University

Thompson, Amber (2022) Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Human Performance; M.S. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

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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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Wang, Xin (2024) Assistant Professor of Computer Systems and Software Engineering; B.Eng. Nanjing University Jiangsu China, M.S. North Dakota State University, Ph.D. Beijing University Beijing China

Wicktor, Emily D. (2022) Associate Professor of Language and Literature; B.A., M.A. St. Cloud State University, Ph.D. University of Kansas

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

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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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Dutton, Enkhtuya (2024) Director for Library Services; B.S. Valley City State University, M.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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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) Manager for University Brand, Graphic Designer, Viking Print Services; 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

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Kennedy, Christopher (2023) Graduate Program Coordinator; B.S. Valley City State University

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

Larson, Jennifer (2013) Director for Human Resources; B.S. Valley City State University

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McCulloch, Dennis (1994) Director for Athletics; 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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Nelson, Mark (2024) Vice President for Student Affairs; A.A. Normandale Community College, B.S., M.R.C. Bowling Green State University,

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

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Olson, Steven (2023) Director for Athletic Development Game Management; 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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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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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

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

For more information, visit https://ndus.edu/sbhe-overview/board-members-2/.