Faculty & Staff
PRESIDENT
Nissley, Nick
President
Ed.D., George Washington University
M.A., Antioch University
B.A., Ohio State University Columbus
PRESIDENT EMERITUS
Preston N. Tanis, 1951-1972
Timothy G. Quinn, 1989-1996
Ilse Burke, 1996-2001
Timothy J. Nelson, 2001-2019
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Achenbach, Gerard P
Superintendent of the Great Lakes Maritime Academy
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
Ed.D., Texas Tech University
M.B.A., University of Alaska Southeast
B.S., SUNY Maritime College
Bennett, Marcus A
Special Assistant to the President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Ed.D., Ferris State University
M.A., Saginaw Valley State University
B.S., Wingate University
DeWalt, Hollie R
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
Professional in Human Resources
M.S., Central Michigan University
B.S., University of Maryland University College
Fairbanks, Diana M
Associate Vice President of Public Relations, Marketing, and Communications
B.A., University of Maryland College Park
Goodchild, Joy E
Executive Director Office of Research, Planning and Effectiveness
M.A., University of Pittsburgh
B.A., Baylor University
B.S.N., Bellevue University
A.D.N., McLennan Community College
Hadley, Craig
Executive Director & Chief Curator - Dennos Museum Center
M.A., University of Missouri
B.A., Beloit College
Kierczynski, Troy J
Vice President for Finance & Administration
Certified Public Accountant
B.A., Hope College
Moritz, Lynne M
Executive Director of President's Office and Board Operations
B.A., Michigan State University
Neibauer, Todd C
Vice President for Student Services & Technologies
M.T.E., Ferris State University
B.A., Michigan State University
B.S.E., Ohio State University Columbus
Siciliano, Stephen N
Vice President for Educational Services
Ph.D., College of William and Mary
M.A., University of Connecticut
B.A., Adelphi University
A.A., SUNY Nassau Community College
Slade, Jason S
Vice President for Strategic Initiatives
M.S., B.S., Michigan State University
VICE PRESIDENT EMERITUS
Lornie Kerr, 1970-1989
Marguerite Cotto, 1981-2021
FACULTY
A
Anderson, Michael W
Communications Instructor
M.A., G.C.P., Indiana University Bloomington
M.A., University of Colorado Boulder
B.A., Western Michigan University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Anderson, Kimberly K
Health Occupations Instructor
D.C., National College of Chiropractic
M.S.N., Walden University
B.S.N., Grand Valley State University
A.A.S., Kalamazoo Valley Community College
B
Balbach, Lisa J
Business Instructor
M.A., B.S.B., University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Bessette, Suzanne F
Science & Math Instructor
D.P.T., Grand Valley State University
J.D., M.U.P., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.A., Brown University
Biolchini, John M
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Blackford, Lisa A
Social Sciences Instructor
M.S.W., Michigan State University
B.S., Lake Superior State University
Bloomquist, Cheryl M
Social Sciences Instructor
M.A., Michigan State University
B.S., Western Michigan University
Boris, Betsy J
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., B.S.N., Spring Arbor University
A.A.S., North Central Michigan College
Butler, Nathan
Math & Science Instructor
M.S., University of Vermont
B.S., Ferris State University
C
Chu, Judy Y
Communications Instructor
M.A., University of Chicago
B.A., University of California Los Angeles
Coleman, Tamara C
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., Western Michigan University
M.S., Michigan State University
B.A., Calvin College
D
Dobek, Gerald O
Science & Math Instructor
M.A.A.S., University of Western Sydney
B.S., Ferris State University
B.S., Trinity College
A.A., A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Dohm, Lisa M
Communications Instructor
Ed.D., M.A., C.A., Central Michigan University
M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
Drake, Stephen D
Math & Science Instructor
M.S., University of Wyoming
B.S.Ed., Northwest Missouri State University
E
Elliott, Mary Jo
Science & Math Instructor
M.Ed., University at Buffalo SUNY
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Emerson, Michael P
Communications/Humanities Instructor
Ph.D., Purdue University West Lafayette
M.A., B.A., University of Utah
Everest, Brandon R
Social Sciences Instructor
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan University
F
Fewins, Nicole S
Business Instructor
M.B.A., Lewis University
B.S., Ferris State University
B.S., Michigan Technological University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Franklin, Michael R
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., M.S., Michigan State University
B.S., Murray State University
G
Goethals, Scott P
Business Instructor
Certified Computer Technician
M.S., B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Goodell, Breana R
Surgical Technology Program Coordinator
Gordon, Thomas A
Humanities Instructor
M.A., Fort Hays State University
B.A., California State Polytechnic University Pomona
A.A., Cuesta Community College
Gray, Nancy T
Communications Instructor
M.A., Middlebury College
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
H
Hosler, David C
Business Instructor
Certified Computer Technician
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., C.C., Northwestern Michigan College
Houston, Robb E
Science & Math Instructor
M.A., Rice University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Howell, Mark D
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., Bowling Green State University
M.A., B.A., Pennsylvania State University University Park
J
Jack, Stewart L
Business Instructor
G.C.P., University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
B.S., Glasgow Caledonian University
Jaquish, Laura
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., B.S., Michigan State University
Jenkins, Anthony L
Math & Science Instructor
M.S., Michigan State University
B.S., Manchester University
K
Kelly, Keith E
Technical Instructor
B.S., Lake Superior State University
Key, Blake D
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., Michigan State University
M.S., B.S., Western Michigan University
Khan, Amjad A
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., Oklahoma State University
M.S., New Mexico State University
Klumpp, Kenneth C
Technical Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
Korch, Laura E
Humanities Instructor
M.F.A., Arizona State University
B.F.A., Eastern Michigan University
L
Lively, Janet S
Communications Instructor
M.A., College at Brockport SUNY
B.S., Michigan State University
Livengood, Tamella
Director of Nursing Programs
Nurse Practitioner
M.S.N., Michigan State University
B.S.N., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
M
Mac, Christine L
Math & Science Instructor
M.A., University of Northern Colorado
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
Mahoney, Deirdre M
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., University of Arizona
M.A., B.S., Northern Arizona University
Mathis, Richard A
Technical Instructor
M.Ed., C.P., Grand Valley State University
B.S., C.A., Ferris State University
McDonald, Kristy B
Business Instructor
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
B.A., University of Montana
McHugh, Hollianne
Technical Instructor
M.Ed., Grand Valley State University
B.S., University of Michigan Dearborn
McKay, Grant E
Health Occupations Instructor
B.A., Central Michigan University
B.S.N., Spring Arbor University
A.A., A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
McKeon-Jacob, Mary
Communications Instructor
M.Ed., National Louis University
B.S., Illinois State University
Mills, Briana
Math & Science Instructor
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan University
M.S., Portland State University
Minor, Benjamin T
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
B.S., University of Oregon
Morse, James K
Culinary Arts Instructor
Certified Executive Chef
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Morse, Jeffrey W
Technical Instructor
A.A.A.S., West Shore Community College
N
Nelson, James D
Math & Science Instructor
M.A.T., University of Idaho
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
O
Owens, Jay B
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., Washington State University
M.A., B.A., Central Washington University
P
Parker, Jessica L
Math & Science Instructor
M.S., B.S., Michigan State University
Parshall, Nancy J
Communications Instructor
M.Ed., Temple University
B.A., Albion College
Peplinski, Nathan G
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., B.S., Western Michigan University
Pharo, Debra A
Math & Science Instructor
M.A., University of Northern Colorado
B.S., Texas A&M University Galveston
Powell, Scott M
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
M.E.T., G.C.P., Boise State University
M.S., State University of New York (SUNY)
B.S.B.A., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
R
Rice, Steven H
Business Instructor
M.S., Boston College
M.A., Wheaton College
B.S., University of Delaware
Richardson, Rebecca A
Math & Science Instructor
M.A.T., University of Idaho
B.S., Ferris State University
Roster, Nicholas O
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., Oklahoma State University
M.S., Central Michigan University
B.A., Alma College
Ruane, Sean E
Social Sciences Instructor
M.A., Pepperdine University
B.A., New York University
B.A., SUNY Oswego
A.A.S., SUNY Onondaga Community College
S
Salathiel, Kristen M
Communications Instructor
M.A., Central Michigan University
M.A., B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Schaefer-Hills, Caroline L
Humanities Instructor
Apple Certified Professional
Apple Certified Trainer
M.A., M.F.A., Savannah College of Art and Design
B.F.A., College for Creative Studies
Schroeder, Karl H
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Skarupinski, Michael T
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
A.A.S., Oakland Community College
Smith, Marjory M
Communications Instructor
M.A., Michigan State University
M.A., Out of USA College 1
M.A., University of Edinburgh
G.C.P., Indiana University East
Smith, Alexandra C
Humanities Instructor
B.F.A., College for Creative Studies
B.A., Michigan State University
Smith, James D
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
M.S., University of Michigan Dearborn
B.S., Western Michigan University
Smith, Shilo L
Social Sciences Instructor
M.S., B.S., Idaho State University
A.A., C.P., College of Southern Idaho
Speelman, Nicole L
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., Wright State University
B.A., Ohio State University Columbus
Sprenkle, Melissa P
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., University of Tennessee
Stewart, Magdalena A
Health Occupations Instructor
F.M.A., Out of USA College 1
B.S., Ferris State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Swan, Scott J
Geographic Information Systems Instructor
M.S., B.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
T
Traines, David P
Aviation Instructor
Airline Transport Pilot
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
B.S., Johnson State College
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Tripp, Jennifer E
Health Occupations Instructor
Registered Dental Assistant
B.S.E., Central Michigan University
A.S., Northern Virginia Community College
Trouslot, Amy L
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Benedictine University
B.S.N., University of Michigan Flint
W
Wangler, Sarah J
Communications Instructor
M.A., Northern Michigan University
M.F.A., Oklahoma State University
B.A., Saginaw Valley State University
Wilczewski, Rachel A
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., Michigan State University
B.A., Aquinas College
Wilke, Tiffani L
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., University of Oklahoma
B.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Williams, Natasha A
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
M.S.N., B.S.N., Purdue University West Lafayette
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Wilson, Ryan M
Communications Instructor
M.A., DePaul University
M.F.A., University of Massachusetts Amherst
B.S., Ohio University
Wolff, Glenn A
Humanities Instructor
B.F.A., Minneapolis College of Art and Design
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Wooters, Rebecca L
Director of Dental Assistant Program
Certified Dental Assistant
Registered Dental Assistant
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Z
Zachman, John R
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., Duke University
B.A., Michigan State University
Zlojutro, Jane M
Business Instructor
Certified Public Accountant
M.S., Grand Valley State University
B.B.A., Western Michigan University
FACULTY EMERITUS
The following faculty members have retired with twenty or more years of service.
Faculty Member | Service Years |
---|---|
Glen Anderson | 1959-1985 |
Norman E. Averill | 1966-1996 |
Stephen J. Ballance | 1975-2000 |
Pauline Baver | 1951-1975 |
Elaine L. Beardslee | 1964-1994 |
Walter Beardslee | 1951-1985 |
Jay D. Beery | 1981-2012 |
Joan A. Berg | 1977-2000 |
Jack A. Berman | 1975-2017 |
Lyle Bradford | 1968-1988 |
Robert L. Buttleman | 1970-2006 |
Larry M. Buys | 1970-2001 |
Elizabeth A. Carden | 1970-2000 |
Larry Carps | 1971-2001 |
Alison B. Collins | 1979-2018 |
Richard G. Cookman | 1970-2000 |
Helen Core | 1952-1974 |
James J. Coughlin | 1987-2015 |
Sharon L. Dean | 1965-1992 |
Joseph P. Dionne | 1971-2006 |
Douglas E. Domine | 1988-2016 |
Kathleen M. Donnelly | 1961-1985 |
David K. Donovan | 1971-2001 |
Sallie A. Donovan | 1975-2006 |
Ernest L. East | 1985-2018 |
Diane K. Emling | 1987-2015 |
William E. Faulk | 1965-2001 |
Adam J. Gahn | 1963-2001 |
Ernest Gaunt | 1952-1977 |
Richard Gertz | 1968-1988 |
Michael Gillett | 2000-2021 |
Richard R. Goerz | 1970-2000 |
Michele J. Grooters | 1977-2001 |
Robert B. Hamilton | 1987-2017 |
Alan L. Hart | 1987-2014 |
Jill L. Hinds | 1979-2004 |
Michael W. Hochscheidt | 1979-2018 |
Lucille A. House | 1991-2015 |
Sherry L. Howard | 1986-2016 |
Karen F. Howie | 1987-2010 |
Michael W. Jacobson | 1989-2021 |
Constance A. Jason | 1980-2012 |
Bronwyn R. Jones | 1988-2019 |
Dianne W. Keelan | 1974-2001 |
Gary W. Klotzbach | 1988-2023 |
Francis Kullman | 1968-1996 |
Gregory LaCross | 1991-2023 |
John R. Leishman | 1969-1994 |
Mary A. Linsell | 1979-2014 |
Loretta Lockman | 1964-1984 |
William Long | 1965-1988 |
David B. Loveland | 1974-1994 |
Keith D. MacPhee | 1962-1996 |
Kenneth L. Marek | 1968-2001 |
Kenneth W. Masck | 1975-2002 |
Robert D. Mason | 1979-2018 |
Regis R. McCord | 1986-2015 |
Michael A. McIntosh | 1970-2004 |
Richard L. Minor | 1972-2000 |
Arthur Moenkhaus | 1958-1987 |
Hettie A. Molvang | 1974-1994 |
Henry Morgenstein | 1971-2000 |
Arlo Moss | 1962-1988 |
Mark D. Nelson | 1987-2017 |
Peter Nelson | 1964-1988 |
Gordon G. Niemi | 1986-2007 |
Raymond D. Niergarth | 1979-2010 |
Mary E. Norris | 1982-2012 |
Harry E. Oliver | 1958-1989 |
Sonja Olshove | 1991-2016 |
Keith E. Overbaugh | 1987-2017 |
Jack A. Ozegovic | 1968-1989 |
John C. Pahl | 1966-2013 |
Joel Papcun | 2000-2022 |
Richard Pascoe | 1966-1988 |
Anne L. Patrick | 1984-2007 |
John R. Pflughoeft | 1988-2021 |
James Press | 1989-2016 |
Mark R. Puchala | 1986-2012 |
Joseph H. Rogers | 1955-1984 |
Jean M. Rokos | 1981-2016 |
Kenneth A. Rose | 1968-2000 |
Mark G. Ross | 1984-2019 |
Walter E. Ross | 1970-1997 |
Robert F. Rudd | 1963-1998 |
William C. Scharf | 1964-1991 |
Maureen C. Schneider | 1985-2006 |
William Shaw | 1964-1994 |
Jacqueline C. Shinners | 1989-2010 |
Allison Shumsky | 1957-1995 |
Terry L. Sievert | 1982-2012 |
William Skinner | 1961-1988 |
Frank S. Snyder | 1973-2015 |
James Spenceley | 1957-1980 |
Kenneth H. Stepnitz, Jr. | 1981-2001 |
Marvin D. Studinger | 1980-2013 |
Frederick H. Tank | 1966-2007 |
John G. Tanner | 1974-1995 |
Roberta Teahen | 1975-2001 |
Roy A. Terdal | 1964-1994 |
David J. Terrell | 1970-2007 |
Jacqueline Tompkins | 1955-1984 |
Michael D. Torre | 1997-2019 |
Martin R. Trapp | 1988-2001 |
Mary D. VanderKolk | 1985-2017 |
David M. Vermetten | 1962-1996 |
Linda A. Walter | 1990-2017 |
Paul W. Welch | 1964-1987 |
Lila Wilkinson | 1951-1974 |
Jerry J. Williams | 1970-2005 |
ADJUNCT FACULTY
A
Ambrosius, Brittany
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S., Michigan State University
Anderson, Matthew
Culinary Arts Instructor
Auch, Thomas F
Business Instructor
M.A., Michigan State University
B.S., University of Colorado Boulder
B
Baker, Cyril C
Technical Instructor
Master Auto Mechanic, State of Michigan
Barnard, Jewell
Health Occupations Instructor
Barrat, Remy D
Aviation Instructor
Bell, Rebekah
Communications Instructor
M.A., Ohio Dominican University
B.A., Cedarville University
Berg, Joan A
Business Instructor
M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., Michigan State University
Bird, RaShaun M
Culinary Arts Instructor
Boase-Miller, Samuel
Humanities Instructor
Bolton, Diane M
Communications Instructor
M.A., Western Michigan University
B.S.E., Central Michigan University
A.A., Grand Rapids Community College
Brumbaugh, Patricia J
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.A., Olivet College
Burdick, Larry
Business Instructor
Attorney, State Bar of Michigan
J.D., Wayne State University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Bussell, James A
Social Science Instructor
M.L.S., Eastern Michigan University
B.S., Ferris State University
Bussell, Christine
Social Science Instructor
C
Campbell, Jennifer L
Communications Instructor
M.S.W., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
M.A., University of Northern Colorado
B.A., Michigan State University
A.A.A., C.A., Lansing Community College
Carps, Angela
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., B.S.N., Spring Arbor University
Case, Daryl L
Social Science Instructor
Casperson, Leslie K
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Walden University
B.S.N., Western Michigan University
Chaphalkar, Sudhakar V
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
B.S., Lawrence Technological University
Chapman, Mary A
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Ferris State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Childers, Chase W
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Clark, Diane M
Humanities Instructor
D.A., University of Mississippi
M.M., Indiana University Bloomington
B.M., Rhodes College
Clark, Gerald J
Science & Math Instructor
M.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.S., Grand Valley State University
Clouse, Janelle A
Business Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
Collings, Jessica L
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Ferris State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Conners, Jack
Humanities Instructor
B.A., Spring Arbor University
D
D'Alessandro, Kevin J
Humanities Instructor
M.A., University of Nebraska Kearney
B.S., C.A., Grand Valley State University
Dake, Elinore E
Humanities Instructor
M.F.A., Ohio State University Columbus
B.A., University of Northern Colorado
Darga, Ashley M
Social Science Instructor
M.A., Kent State University
B.A., Western Michigan University
Dean, Cory P
Construction Technology Instructor
B.B.A., Grand Valley State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Deneen, Peter E
Humanities Instructor
M.M., VanderCook College of Music
B.M.U., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Dennis, Scott L
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
M.A., Air University
M.S., Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
B.S., Michigan Technological University
DePauw, Devan M
Technical Instructor
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
A.L.A., Oakland Community College
DeSoto, Alexander W
Aviation Instructor
B.A., Seattle Pacific University
DeYoung, Katie
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S., B.S.N., A.A.S., Ferris State University
Dollar, Thomas W
Technical Instructor
Drow, Charlene L
Health Occupations Instructor
Drzewiecki, Stephen M
Social Science Instructor
A.A., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Drzewiecki, Cameron S
Social Science Instructor
Dybas, Dorian
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
Dzierwa, Alycia R
Health Occupations Instructor
E
Ek, Madelyn
Construction Technology Instructor
B.S., Northern Michigan University
Elston, Lee A
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S., Nova Southeastern University
B.S.N., Barry University
Evans, John M
Business Instructor
Ewing, Jennifer A
Business/Communications Instructor
SHRM Senior Certified Professional, HR
Senior Professional in Human Resources
M.B.A., Michigan State University
B.S.B.A., Central Michigan University
F
Fewless, Randy
Social Science Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
Ford, Karen E
Business/Maritime Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
Ph.D., Union Institute and University
B.A., Stephens College
Fouch, Jeffrey L
Technical Instructor
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
G
Garcia, Jose L
Humanities Instructor
Gerring, Andrea M
Humanities Instructor
M.A., B.A., Wayne State University
Gollan, Linda
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Southern New Hampshire University
B.S., Western Michigan University
Golnick, Shelby
Health Occupations Instructor
Grim, Easton J
Aviation Instructor
Grossnickle, Brian M
Humanities Instructor
Guevel, Lucas
Aviation Instructor
Gullen, James A
Technical Instructor
Master Auto Mechanic, State of Michigan
Ph.D., M.Ed., B.S.E., Wayne State University
H
Harrell, Rachael
Communications Instructor
M.F.A., Roosevelt University
Hawkins, Emily M
Health Occupations Instructor
Herman, Benjamin M
Construction Technology Instructor
B.S., Northern Michigan University
Hess, Heidi J
Culinary Arts Instructor
Hetfield, John
Social Science Instructor
B.A., Hope College
Hill, Devin L
Construction Technology Instructor
Licensed Residential Builder, Michigan
Holley, Mark W
Social Science Instructor
B.G.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Hudson, Timothy M
Social Science Instructor
Ph.D., Capella University
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
Husser, David A
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Oklahoma
B.M.U., University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
J
Jones, Geoffrey C
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
K
Kasper, Keith A
Aviation Instructor
Keen, Amy
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.N., Walden University
A.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Kelly, Bryan T
Construction Technology Instructor
Kerr, Cameron D
Aviation Instructor
Airline Transport Pilot
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
B.S., University of Western Australia, Perth
King, Tyler G
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Kinnee, Rebecca L
Humanities Instructor
Kostrzewa, Molly
Health Occupations Instructor
Kridner II, Ralph G
Culinary Arts Instructor
Kudirka, Michael P
Humanities Instructor
D.M.A., B.M.U., University of Southern California
M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts
L
Leggett, Maria Elena C
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Lewis, Nicholas D
Aviation Instructor
Linck, Bryan C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
M.B.A., Lawrence Technological University
B.S.E., Central Michigan University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Lincoln, Patricia R
Communications Instructor
M.F.A., Colorado State University
B.A., Salem College
Lingaur, Alissia J
Communications Instructor
M.F.A., Bowling Green State University
B.A., Grand Valley State University
Lundberg, Taylor
Aviation Instructor
Lyon, Mark E
Social Science Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
M
Macphee, Charles A
Construction Technology Instructor
Majerczyk, Brian D
Social Science Instructor
M.A., B.S., Western Michigan University
Malone, Kathleen G
Communications Instructor
M.Ed., Cardinal Stritch University
B.A., Colorado College
Manley, Jason
Aviation Instructor
Markl, Jonathan B
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., B.S., Michigan Technological University
Marquardt, Gary A
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Schoolcraft College
Mathie, Tyler J
Aviation Instructor
McCall, Brian D
Humanities Instructor
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan University
Mead, Lindsey D
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Davenport University
A.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Melick, Randolph L
Humanities Instructor
M.F.A., The New York Academy of Art
B.A., Princeton University
Metdepenningen, Sarah M
Social Science Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Montgomery-Richards, Sarah E
Communications/Humanities Instructor
Ed.D., Maryville University of St. Louis
M.A., Claremont Graduate University
B.A., Western Michigan University
Mortensen-Chown, David K
Humanities Instructor
Audio Tech Certificate
B.M.U., Michigan State University
B.M.U., Western Michigan University
Myers, Cheryl L
Humanities Instructor
M.A., Michigan State University
B.B.A., Davenport University
N
Nardon, Teresa
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.S.N., Michigan State University
Nichols, David C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Nickerson, Amos
Construction Technology Instructor
Nothstine, Kari J
Health Occupations Instructor
Basic Life Support - CPR and AED
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.S.N., Chamberlain College of Nursing
A.D.N., A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Novack, Jeffrey P
Construction Technology Instructor
Novak, Brad H
Humanities Instructor
O
O'Rourke, Makenzi E
Construction Technology Instructor
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Olson, James M
Water Studies Institute Instructor
J.D., Detroit College of Law
L.L.M., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.A., Michigan State University
Ottenbacher, Kathryn C
Health Occupations Instructor
Owens, Dianne H
Communications Instructor
M.Ed., B.A., Central Washington University
P
Packard, Troy I
Social Science Instructor
Pappas, Janice A
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
Parker, Philip T
Humanities Instructor
Pater, Zachary A
Culinary Arts Instructor
Pelkey, Nolan M
Aviation Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Perreault, Michael L
Aviation Instructor
J.D., Western Michigan University
A.A.S., A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Pickelman, Luke J
Humanities Instructor
J.D., Western Michigan University
M.A., University of Nebraska Kearney
B.A., Michigan State University
Pomerville, Joseph B
Social Science Instructor
M.S., G.C.P., B.S., Central Michigan University
Pupel, Nicholas
Technical Instructor
R
Ramsey, Sarah E
Culinary Arts Instructor
Ramsey, Jennifer L
Health Occupations Instructor
Raymond, Cynthia S
Health Occupations Instructor
Basic Life Support - CPR and AED
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.N., Ferris State University
B.A., University of Tennessee
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Rhoads, Faith
Aviation Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Riccobono, Jeanmarie
Humanities Instructor
M.M., Northwestern University
B.M.U., University of Rochester
Rigan, Patricia M
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., University of Phoenix
B.S.N., Ferris State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Ritter, Nathan
Social Science Instructor
Robinson, Erin M
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
A.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Roche, Klohie
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Rodriguez, Robert A
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Romanowski, Anthony J
Social Science Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Rose, John M
Culinary Arts Instructor
Rose, Holly
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., University of Michigan Flint
Rosin, Kyler
Social Science Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
Ross, Mark G
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., Ohio State University Columbus
B.A., Michigan State University
S
Salveta, Kevin
Construction Technology Instructor
A.A.S., Lansing Community College
Sanderson, Corey
Humanities Instructor
Schroeder, Leah
Humanities Instructor
M.A., Goshen College
B.F.A., Indiana University South Bend
Schwab, Tara C
Humanities Instructor
D.M.A., University of Oregon
M.A., California Institute of the Arts
B.M.U., University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Schweizer, Jack W
Aviation Instructor
Shangraw, Carl F
Technical Instructor
M.S., Purdue University West Lafayette
Shea, Reed M
Social Science Instructor
Sheerin, Julia J
Business/Science & Math Instructor
B.S., Indiana University Bloomington
Sheldon, Tyler
Aviation Instructor
Shipman, Edward C
Aviation Instructor
Shivley, Joshua M
Aviation Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Silveus, Nathan L
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Sommerfield, Cathlyn K
Social Science Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., University of California Santa Cruz
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Sonner, Paul G
Humanities Instructor
B.M.U., Northwestern University
Sorenson, Scott P
Humanities Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., University of Minnesota Twin Cities
B.A., Luther College
Spaulding, Kevin P
Aviation Instructor
Sprenkle, David C
Communications Instructor
M.A., University of Tennessee
B.A., University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Sprenkle, Abigail
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., Cornell University
B.A., Smith College
Stivani, Michael J
Science & Math Instructor
M.A.T., University of Idaho
B.S., Ferris State University
Stoye, Fred D
Health Occupations Instructor
D.D.S., University of Detroit Mercy
B.A., Adrian College
Sullivan, Johnathan J
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., University of Arkansas
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Swanson, Sara
Social Science Instructor
J.D., Western Michigan University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Szczechowski, James
Science & Math Instructor
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
T
Taberski, Carol J
Business Instructor
M.B.A., Lake Superior State University
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Teachout, Kim
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Colorado Boulder
B.M.U., Northern Illinois University
Teichman, Jason A
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., University of New Orleans
B.S., Ferris State University
Thelander, Liam
Aviation Instructor
Thiebaut, Melissa R
Social Science Instructor
M.A., Concordia University St. Paul
B.S., Michigan State University
Thompson, Madison L
Social Science Instructor
Tondreau, Kurt R
Maritime/Technical Instructor
Tosiello, Stephanie R
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.S.N., Lake Superior State University
Turke, Braden A
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
U
Ulrich, Maria F
Humanities Instructor
B.A., Columbia College, Chicago
V
Vandergriff, Jessica R
Science & Math Instructor
B.S., Lake Superior State University
VanHouten, Adam J
Humanities Instructor
M.A., Michigan State University
B.F.A., Western Michigan University
Vedder, Alexis M
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Vogel, Dorothy J
Humanities Instructor
D.M.A., Boston University
M.M., Western Michigan University
B.M.U., Oberlin College
W
Wagner, Joshua L
Humanities Instructor
M.M., Indiana University Bloomington
B.M.E., Central Michigan University
Walimaa, Abby M
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Northern Michigan University
Wallace, Jeffrey R
Social Science Instructor
Wallington, Daniel J
Technical Instructor
M.S., B.S., Michigan State University
Walsh, Christina J
Social Science Instructor
M.S.W., Ferris State University
Walters, Brenton B
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Warner, Cathleen A
Business/Communications Instructor
Ed.D., M.A., Central Michigan University
M.A., Michigan State University
B.A., Alma College
Weiler, Robert S
Social Science Instructor
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan University
M.B.A., Lawrence Technological University
M.L.I.R., Michigan State University
Wenz, Jack L
Culinary Arts Instructor
West, Katheryn F
Health Occupations Instructor
Basic Life Support - CPR and AED
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.S.N., University of Michigan Flint
A.D.N., Ferris State University
Wheeler, Jacob R
Communications Instructor
M.F.A., Goucher College
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Wiejaczka, Kathleen M
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Ferris State University
B.S.N., Oakland University
Wiley, Lindsay K
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Ferris State University
B.S., Central Michigan University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Williams, Leslie
Humanities Instructor
Wolf, Keaton
Aviation Instructor
Wortman, Forest B
Technical/Water Studies Institute Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
M.M.O.A.S., Air University
M.S., B.S., Michigan Technological University
M.Eng., University of Idaho
Wright, Christopher
Social Science Instructor
Ph.D., University of New Hampshire
M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., American University
Y
Younce, Ryan R
Humanities Instructor
Yovich, Presleigh
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Michigan State University
Z
Zahrt, Evan
Aviation Instructor
Zaima, Nicholas N
Aviation Instructor
Ziegler, Ryan S
Social Science Instructor
J.D., Indiana University Bloomington
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
Zingg, Theresa
Health Occupations Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
STAFF
A
Abdul-Karim, Christa M
Extended Educational Services Program Coordinator
Ph.D., Ph.D., M.A., M.A., Washington State University
B.A., Grand Valley State University
Anderson, Lily
Hagerty Center Events Coordinator
Andrews, Carolyn P
Coordinator & Instructor - Construction Technology
B.A.A., Central Michigan University
Arnold, Judy A
Financial Aid Specialist
B
Bachman, Anna L
Senior Programmer, Analyst & Solution Architect
B.S., Purdue University West Lafayette
Bailey, Edward P
Director of Portfolio & Program Development
M.S., University of Wisconsin Platteville
B.S., Michigan State University
Bailey, Crystal
Food Services Operations Manager
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Barnes, Jenny L
Aviation Operations Manager
B.S.B., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Baumeler, Leanne R
Coordinator - Disability Support/Student Conduct Specialist
B.S.W., Ferris State University
Bensley, James S
Director of International Services & Service Learning
M.L.S., Eastern Michigan University
B.S., Western Michigan University
Berlin, Linda
Director of Financial Aid
B.A., Concordia University Wisconsin
Bernstein, Ryan B
Curriculum & Instructional Designer
M.L.S., M.L.S., University of Denver
B.A., Western Michigan University
Berry, Skylar M
Financial Aid Specialist
A.A., Mid Michigan Community College
Bloye, Alexander I
Director of Aviation
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Ground Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
B.S., Michigan State University
Boike, Lisa A
Programmer Analyst
B.A., Alma College
Borstel, Edward B
Aviation Maintenance Supervisor
Aviation Mechanic
Licensed Airframe/Power Plant Mechanic
A.A.S., Air University
Bradeen, Lindsey M
Hagerty Event Supervisor
B.S., Northern Michigan University
Bradley, Jacalyn
Nursing Coach
Bridson, Chelsea
Programmer
B.S., Michigan State University
Brown, Cathy J
Administrative Services Coordinator
B.S., Grand Valley State University
A.A.S., Rose State College
Bruner, Emilee K
Auxiliary Services Office Manager
M.Ed., Valdosta State University
B.P.A., Saginaw Valley State University
A.A., Kirtland Community College
Burns Bailey, Amy M
Experiential Learning Program Coordinator
M.Ed., Grand Valley State University
B.F.A., Aquinas College
Burry, Colleen E
Records and Registration Specialist
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.A.S., A.G.S., A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Bylsma, Megan
Major Gifts Officer
B.A., Ferris State University
C
Carlson, Eric C
Instructional Technology Specialist
B.S., Western Michigan University
Casey, Justin R
Lead Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Celeste, Elizabeth M
Curator of Education & Exhibitions
M.A., Ohio State University Columbus
B.A., Wake Forest University
Claerhout, Cathryn M
CRM Admissions Specialist
M.S., B.S.W., Ferris State University
Cobb, Jeffrey S
Director of Music Programs
M.M., Oakland University
B.M.U., Western Michigan University
Cooper, Lisa S
Strategic Initiatives Office Manager
B.A., Goucher College
Corcoran, Brady J
Audio Technology Coordinator
B.A., Michigan State University
A.S., Full Sail University
Cotner, Erika E
Talent Acquisition Coordinator
B.B.A., A.A., Northwood University
Croll, Shannon
Academic & Career Advisor
M.B.A., Johnson & Wales University
B.S., Michigan State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Cron-Huhta, Patricia A
Front-of-the-House Coordinator - Great Lakes Culinary Institute
B.A., Michigan State University
Crow, Michelle
Testing Center Specialist
Crull, Emily M
Marketing Office Manager
B.F.A., Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Czyzyk, William
Database and Prospect Research Specialist
B.M.U., Aquinas College
D
DeBoer, Kaitlyn
Residence Life Office Manager
B.S., Central Michigan University
Deering, Ryan P
Surveying & Geospatial Technology Industry Recruiter
DeLonge, Robert M
Instructional Technology Coordinator
M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
Denniston, Sarah E
Bookstore Manager
B.A., Anderson University
Denoyer, Susan C
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Office Manager
Dickinson, Lindsey
Director of Retention & Student Success
M.Ed., Arizona State University
B.A., University of Virginia
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Dobek, Kimberlee A
Financial Aid Office Assistant
A.G.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Duby, Cynthia L
Social Sciences Academic Area Office Manager
Dunn, Thomas G
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Aviation Mechanic
Licensed Airframe/Power Plant Mechanic
A.A.S., Kirtland Community College
E
Eckert, Leslie
Director of Great Lakes Culinary Institute
American Culinary Federation CCE
M.B.A., DeVry University
M.B.A., South University
B.S., Art Institute of Pittsburgh
A.S., The Art Institute
Eiden, Elizabeth J
Director of Student Financial Services
B.S., Wayne State University
Emdin, Betsy
Museum Floor Manager
F
Fairbank, Scott D
Director of Maritime Admissions
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Ferrill, Kyle W
Admissions Recruiter
D.M.A., M.M., Florida State University
B.M.U., Butler University
Folgmann, Stacy R
Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper
A.A.S., Henry Ford Community College
Ford, Stuart O
Materials Specialist
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Forton, Laurel L
Lead Accounting Assistant
B.S., Grand Valley State University
Fox, Margaret L
Health Occupations Academic Area Office Manager
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Francis, Haley A
Student Health Services Office Manager
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
G
Garma Mendez, Ivan R
Programmer Analyst
Garner, Bobbi J
Science & Math Academic Area Office Manager
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Gentry, Daniel E
Director of Administrative Systems
B.S., Indiana Wesleyan University
A.A.S., Indiana Vocational Technical College
Godwin, Cary
Manager of Great Lakes Continuing Education
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.G.S., Columbia College
Golnick, Brooklynn M
Residence Hall Manager
B.A., Grand Valley State University
Goodchild, Daniel R
Director of Technical Discipline
Licensed Electrician
Master Electrician, State of Michigan
M.S., University of Wisconsin Green Bay
B.S., Grand Valley State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Gourlay, Kimberly A
Business Academic Area Office Manager
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Grant, Michelle M
Business Intelligence Analyst
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Griffith, Melanie M
Nursing Office Assistant
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Guillard, Justin D
Client Systems Administrator
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Gustafson, Teresa M
Director of Educational Media Technologies
Ph.D., M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
H
Hallett, Kristi E
Event Scheduler
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Hanbury, Brittany A
Human Resources Generalist
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Hanna, Christopher T
Digital Media Systems Administrator
M.A., Regent University
B.A., Moody Bible Institute
Hannert, Joelle A
Library Technical Services Coordinator
A.A.S., Oakland Community College
Hanninen, Kim H
Museum Registrar/Exhibit Preparator
B.F.A., Eastern Michigan University
Haselton, Dean C
Purchasing Coordinator - Great Lakes Campus
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Heidbreder, Traci J
Admissions Office Assistant
Heinlein, Jeremy D
Director of Annual Giving
M.A., B.A.A., Central Michigan University
Hines, Eric C
Radio Station Manager
M.A., Rutgers University
B.A., Lafayette College
Hirsch, Matthew D
Great Lakes Water Studies Institute Coordinator
M.S., B.S., University of North Carolina Wilmington
Hodek, Lori L
Talent Development Coordinator
Professional in Human Resources
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Holtrey, Megan N
Dennos Museum Operations Manager
B.S., Grand Valley State University
Hricik, Jennifer M
Major Gifts Officer
B.A., George Fox University
Hromada, Georgenia
Technical Division Office Manager
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
I
Irani, Alyssa
Registrar
M.M., B.S., Davenport University
J
Jabour, Frank E
Chief Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Ground Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Jackson, Kristina B
Extended Educational Services Program Coordinator
M.A.T., Earlham College
B.S., Guilford College
Jorgensen, Jaclyn E
Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
M.A., G.C.P., Western Michigan University
B.A.A., Central Michigan University
K
Kawula, Rorie A
Admissions Recruiter
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Kawula, Patrick J
Information Security Analyst
A.A., University of Phoenix
Kellman, Stephen A
Coordinator - Web Content & Online Strategies
B.A., Colgate University
Kerlin-Spigarelli, Koleen R
Director of Health Services
M.S.N., Michigan State University
B.S.N., Loyola University Chicago
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
King, Matthew J
Hawk Owl Cafe Head Chef
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Klei, Amy L
Senior Programmer, Analyst & Solution Architect
B.B.A., Western Michigan University
Knight, Catherine P
Student Life Office Manager
B.S., Ferris State University
Kolak, Paul A
Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
M.A., Western Michigan University
B.A., Calvin College
Kummer, Augusta
Admissions Recruiter
B.A., Olivet College
Kurowski, Gail A
Director of Police Academy
B.A., Michigan State University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
L
Lepley, Tess O
GLMA Engineering Officer
Light, Meghan R
Simulation Lab Coordinator
B.S.N., University of Michigan Flint
A.D.N., A.G.S., C.C., Northwestern Michigan College
Lipke, Lindsey
Controller
Certified Public Accountant
M.A., Harvard University
B.S.B., B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Little, Christopher
Client Systems Administrator
B.A., Western Michigan University
Loeffler, Donald G
Purchasing Manager
B.S.B.A., Ferris State University
Lutchko, John R
Great Lakes Water Studies Institute Manager
B.S., Western Michigan University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
M
Marchany, Lauren T
Hawk Owl Cafe Supervisor
Martin, Paul A
Network Systems & Data Communications Analyst
B.S., DeVry University
A.A., Hillsborough Community College
Marvin, Katharine Z
Director of Development
M.S.W., B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Matchett, Laura R
Director of Extended Educational Services
M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
McCall, Carleen A
Director of Alumni Engagement
M.A., Teachers College Columbia University
B.A., Albion College
Meier, Trisha H
GLMA Recruiter & Admissions Specialist
B.A., Heidelberg University
Miller, Charles R
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Deck Officer
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Mills, Joshua R
Lead Accounting Assistant
B.S.W., Central Michigan University
Molmen, Lisa C
Programmer Analyst
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Moody, Wayne A
Automotive Program Coordinator
Master Auto Mechanic, State of Michigan
Morrison, Kyle R
Coordinator - Media & Instructional Technology
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
A.A., Kirtland Community College
Munroe, Bridget J
Academic & Career Advisor
M.M., Western Michigan University
B.M., Ohio University
N
Nance, Esther C
Food Services Office Manager
A.S., Galveston College
Nash, Taylor M
Academic & Career Advisor
M.S.W., Eastern Washington University
B.A., Western Michigan University
Nguyen, Denny
Human Resources Generalist
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., A.S.A., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Niemi, Chelsie
Audience Engagement and Communication Manager
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Noga, Cari
Communications Director
B.A., Marquette University
Norconk, Beth A
Client Systems Administrator
B.S., Ferris State University
Norville, Molly E
Office Manager - President's Office
B.A., Michigan State University
P
Pandolfi, Nicholas A
Librarian
M.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.A., Denison University
Patterson, James S
Enrollment Services Specialist
M.B.A., University of Michigan Dearborn
G.C.P., Davenport University
B.A., Oakland University
Pflughoeft, Amy T
Library Services Specialist
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Podolan, Patrick J
STCW Clerk and Sea Project Specialist
B.B.A., Western Michigan University
Poertner, Michelle L
Program Manager Tutorial Services
M.A., Michigan State University
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Post, Benjamin
Senior Instructional Technology Specialist
M.A., Michigan State University
B.A., Kalamazoo College
Prohaszka, Katrina
Web Developer
M.L.I.S., Wayne State University
B.A., Oakland University
Q
Quinlan, Danielle
EES Office Manager & Registration Specialist
B.A., Colby College
R
Rider, Robert M
Voice Systems Administrator
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Rizzo, Suzanne
Records and Registration Specialist
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Robinson, Heather J
Aviation Recruiter/Advisor
B.A.S., Davenport University
Rocheleau, Carl L
Chief Unmanned Aircraft Systems Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Rodriguez, Hannah
Student Success Coordinator
M.S.W., Michigan State University
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Root, Janice M
Communications Academic Area Office Manager
S
Sansonetti, Paige E
Financial Aid Specialist
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Sauerbrey, Anthony G
Uncrewed Aerial Systems Program Coordinator
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
B.S., Williston State College
Schenkelberger, Chad M
Director of Food Services
B.B.A., Western Michigan University
Schoppe, Paul M
Foundation Financial Manager
Schultz, Shannon L
Assistant Controller
B.S.B., Ferris State University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Scott, Theresa
Records and Registration Assistant
Sedlacek, Stephen P
Assistant Engineer - T/S State of MI
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Sheikh, Mohammed Bilal
Assistant Chief Flight Instructor
Ground Instructor
Remote Pilot
B.S., University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Shinn, Peggy A
Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper
Siladke, Tiffany
Resource Development Assistant
B.S., University of Tennessee
Sluss, Alice M
Humanities Academic Area Office Manager
Sodini, Joan A
Creative Director
B.A.A., Central Michigan University
Sommer-Ford, Katelyn A
Academic & Career Advisor
M.P.A., University of Colorado Colorado Springs
B.A., Keene State College
Sonnabend, Elizabeth A
Extended Educational Services Program Coordinator
M.B.A., Lawrence Technological University
B.S., Ferris State University
Steinebach, Kristina A
Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper
Streeter, Neil
Database Administrator
B.A.S., Davenport University
Surgalski, Michael
Master - T/S State of Michigan
Master's License, Great Lakes
Master's License, Ocean
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
B.S., Wayne State University
T
Tank, Alexander F
International Affairs Forum Communications & Production Coordinator
B.A., Northern Michigan University
Thomas, Lisa J
Dean of Students
Licensed Master Social Worker
M.S.W., Western Michigan University
B.A., Calvin College
Thompson, Corbin G
Residence Hall Manager
M.A., Central Michigan University
Thornton, Alison B
Coordinator of Technology Support Services
B.A., American University
Trier, Sherry D
Instructional Technology Specialist
A.B., Delta College
Turner, Bryce E
Network Systems & Data Communications Analyst
B.S., Ferris State University
U
Ursell, Steven E
International Aviation Instructional Coordinator
M.B.A., Davenport University
B.S., Out of USA College 1
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
V
VanSumeren, Hans W
Director of Great Lakes Water Studies Institute
Chartered Marine Technologist
M.S., B.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Vaughn, Eileen
Programmer Analyst
B.S., Baker College
Vergote, Shannah R
Marketing and Promotion Specialist
B.A., Alma College
vonReichbauer, Lisa
Director of Admissions
M.A., Central Michigan University
W
Wasson, Daniel P
Director of Systems and LAN Management
B.S., DeVry University
Waterstripe, Kirk E
Laboratory Manager
M.S., Rutgers University
B.S., Edinboro University of Pennsylvania
Weaver, Beth
Admissions Recruiter
B.S., Grand Valley State University
Weaver, David H
Client Systems Administrator
B.S., Western Michigan University
Welch, Scott M
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Aviation Mechanic
Licensed Airframe/Power Plant Mechanic
M.S., National Graduate School of Quality Management
B.S., Purdue University West Lafayette
Welch, Tracy M
Experiential Learning Institute Office Manager
M.Ed., Ferris State University
B.S.E., Central Michigan University
West, Mark A
Lead Accounting Assistant
B.S.B., Ferris State University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Williams, Scott A
Executive Chef
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Wolf, Taylor A
Marketing Director
M.A., Michigan State University
B.A., Olivet College
Woughter, Kerrey B
Director of Library Services
M.A., Spring Arbor University
M.L.S., Wayne State University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Z
Zassick, Daniel M
GLMA Simulation Manager
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Zeiler, Nicole
Museum Store Manager
B.S., Western Michigan University
STAFF EMERITUS
The following staff members have retired with twenty or more years of service.
Staff Member | Service Years |
---|---|
Jeffrey B. Ackerman | 1977-2003 |
Judith A. Albers | 1987-2012 |
Karen J. Anderson | 1983-2005 |
Robert Bailey | 1963-1984 |
Dawn M. Bauer | 1978-2001 |
William K. Beaudrie | 1970-1997 |
Mary L. Beeker | 2003-2024 |
Alan G. Beer | 1997-2017 |
Kenneth Berry | 1973-1993 |
James Besaw | 1971-1991 |
Dennis L. Beyer | 1978-2010 |
Edwin C. Blough, Jr. | 1984-2017 |
Shirley F. Boyce | 1985-2007 |
Donald Brown | 1956-1986 |
Philip M. Butkovich | 1973-2003 |
Maureen Carlson | 1992-2021 |
Laura Carmickle | 1988-2021 |
Rebecca L. Chartier | 1978-1998 |
Elaine A. Chauvin | 1989-2010 |
Robert A. Chauvin | 1985-2012 |
Dennis P. Christopher | 1988-2022 |
Kathy A. Cline | 1984-2011 |
Vivian I. Christensen | 1971-2001 |
Dorian L. Creighton | 1988-2015 |
John Dalley | 2000-2024 |
David J. Dalquist | 1994-2022 |
Susan L. DeCamillis | 1988-2019 |
Patricia J. Domagala | 1985-2017 |
Ted Durga | 1951-1977 |
Thomas W. Edenburn | 1971-2006 |
Carol A. Evans | 1995-2015 |
Margaret D. Everett | 1984-2010 |
Debra J. Faas | 1990-2010 |
Timothy J. Fader | 1983-2014 |
Lynn A. Freeland | 1985-2010 |
Gary J. Gallup | 1984-2010 |
Janet B. Gasnik | 1972-2014 |
Susan D. Gattshall | 1976-2010 |
Kathy A. Gordon | 1984-2011 |
Holly Gorton | 1994-2021 |
Thelma R. Gray | 1967-1998 |
Ronda Greiner | 1981-2021 |
Kay Groszek | 1966-1988 |
Kathleen E. Guy | 1977-2011 |
William L. Hall | 1968-1994 |
Rochelle M. Hammontree | 1984-2019 |
Julie A. Hansen | 1999-2023 |
Ronald J. Hensel | 1970-1992 |
Martin W. Hughes | 2000-2024 |
Suzanne L. Hutchcraft | 1974-2013 |
Keith D. Ingersoll | 1985-2005 |
Judith M. Izard | 1979-2009 |
Chester Janik | 1981-2001 |
Catherine L. Jarvi | 1978-2011 |
Dale L. Jenkins | 1973-2003 |
Eugene A. Jenneman, Founding Executive Director Emeritus of the Dennos Museum Center | 1989-2019 |
Debra A. Kalchik | 1979-2013 |
Christine M. Keenan | 1987-2012 |
Sharon K. Kelley | 1987-2009 |
William J. King | 1971-2001 |
Rita A. Kucera | 1978-2017 |
Peter W. LaCourse | 1997-2017 |
Ruth A. LaMott | 1974-2009 |
Frederick L. Laughlin, Founding Director Emeritus of the Great Lakes Culinary Institute | 1992-2018 |
Brian R. Lewis | 1989-2018 |
Deborah L. Maison | 1991-2022 |
Carole A. Marlatt | 1970-1992 |
Shayrrl McCready | 1997-2022 |
John E. McDonald | 1985-2010 |
Rebecca S. Mericle | 1960-1980 |
Connie J. Minster | 1984-2010 |
Daniel Murphy | 1982-2022 |
William Murphy | 1963-1992 |
Wesley Neddo | 1964-1988 |
Suzanne L. Pahl | 1978-2005 |
Donna Palmer | 1998-2020 |
Debra L. Patterson | 1997-2018 |
Michael L. Pleva | 1999-2022 |
Linda B. Racine | 1990-2018 |
Barbara A. Raehl | 1973-1998 |
Ruth M. Rague | 1976-2001 |
Gail R. Reeves | 1993-2015 |
Bernard C. Rink | 1957-1986 |
Darrell C. Rogers | 1990-2016 |
Judith A. Rokos | 1997-2018 |
Lisa K. Rollin | 1986-2019 |
Karen E. Sabin | 1986-2011 |
Mary P. Salathiel | 1979-2001 |
Jackie B. Schenk | 1994-2023 |
Bruce G. Schmidt | 1973-2000 |
Laura A. Schmidt | 1994-2019 |
Dennis W. Schultz | 1997-2022 |
Kathleen M. Sedlacek | 1987-2013 |
Jeffrey Send | 1986-2022 |
Kermit Sensenbaugh | 1969-1995 |
Donald J. Shikoski | 1979-2009 |
Charles J. Shreve | 1972-2006 |
Eugene N. Sinclair | 1971-2006 |
Lois Sleder | 1961-1986 |
James Smith | 1973-1994 |
Lorilee L. Sniff | 1971-2001 |
Edward M. Steiger | 1979-2014 |
Joan C. Stout | 1976-1999 |
Carol J. Taberski | 1982-2014 |
John G. Tanner | 1974-2010 |
Terry L. Tarnow | 1991-2019 |
Wayne E. Waddington | 1976-1999 |
Robert D. Warner | 1968-1996 |
Joyce Weiselberg | 1963-1988 |
Stephen A. Westphal | 1977-2013 |
Avace E. Wildie | 1997-2010 |
Richard R. Wolin | 1986-2019 |
Barbara A. Zupin | 1989-2010 |
MAINTENANCE AND CUSTODIAL STAFF
A
Albosta, Lawrence
Custodian
Angel, Sharon M
Custodian
B
Bugai, Robert D
Groundskeeper
C
Carlson, Samuel E
Custodian
Cook, Frederick P
Maintenance Mechanic
Coy, Patricia A
Custodian
F
Fewins, Stephen M
Custodian
B.S., University of St. Francis
G
Garvon, Brenda M
Custodian
Gates, Nicholas
Custodian
Green, Rachel
Custodian
H
Haines, Todd A
Maintenance Mechanic
Harrand, Sandra M
Custodian
I
Inscore, Anthony
Custodian
K
Keough, Dennis M
Maintenance Mechanic
Kimball, Lindsey J
Warehouse Clerk
M
Maloney, Robin R
Custodian
Mashburn, Laura A
Custodian
S
Scarlett, Terri L
Groundskeeper
Schettek, Gary J
Painter
Shattuck, Craig W
Custodian
Sieffert, Douglas A
Maintenance Mechanic
Sonnabend, Kenneth L
Custodian
Sonnabend, Nathan J
Custodian
Stevens, Kaleb A
Custodian
V
VanSipe, Brian L
Boiler Maintenance Mechanic
Licensed Residential Builder, Michigan
B.A., Spring Arbor University
W
Wineman, Aaron
Custodian