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
Hernandez, Dino M
Chief Advancement Officer
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
M.A., G.C.P., Indiana University Bloomington
B.A., Western Michigan University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Anderson, Kimberly K
Health Occupations Instructor
D.C., National University of Health Sciences
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
M.S., Clemson University
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
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
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., Central Michigan University
M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
E
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
Frost, Julieanna
Humanities Instructor
Ph.D, Union Institute and University
M.L.S. , M.L.S. , B.A. Eastern Michigan University
G
Goethals, Scott P
Business Instructor
Certified Computer Technician
M.S., B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
M.S., B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Goodell, Breana R
Surgical Technology Program Coordinator
Gray, Nancy T
Communications Instructor
M.A., Middlebury College
B.A., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
H
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
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
Health Occupations Instructor
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
Melick, Randolph L
Humanities Instructor
M.F.A., The New York Academy of Art
B.A., Princeton University
Mills, Briana
Math & Science Instructor
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan University
M.S., Portland State University
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan 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
B.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Morse, James K
Culinary Arts Instructor
Certified Executive Chef
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Morse, Jeffrey W
Technical Instructor
Journeyman Electrician
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)
M.E.T., G.C.P., Boise State University
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
Shivley, Joshua M
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
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, Alexandra C
Humanities Instructor
B.F.A., College for Creative Studies
B.A., Michigan State University
Smith, James D
Science & Math Instructor
Professional Engineer
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
Tripp, Jennifer E
Health Occupations Instructor
Certified Dental Assistant
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
Wilson, Ryan M
Communications Instructor
M.A., DePaul University
M.F.A., University of Massachusetts Amherst
B.S., Ohio University
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
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 |
Mary Jo Elliot | 2001-2025 |
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 |
Marjory Smith | 1993-2025 |
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 |
Jerry J. Williams | 1970-2005 |
Lila Wilkinson | 1951-1974 |
ADJUNCT FACULTY
A
Ambrosius, Brittany
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S., Michigan State University
Anderson, Matthew
Culinary Arts Instructor
Armstrong, Grantland
Social Science Instructor
Avery, Kevin C
Communications Instructor
M.A., Northern Michigan University
B.A., Plymouth State University
A.A., Colorado Mountain College
B
Baker, Cyril C
Technical Instructor
Master Auto Mechanic, State of Michigan
Barnard, Jewell
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Western Governors University
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
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
Bradley, Jacalyn
Health Occupations Instructor
Brower, Levi
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Brown, Carter
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
Brumbaugh, Patricia J
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.A., Olivet College
Buday, Christopher L
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
J.D., Cooley Law School
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Burdick, Larry
Business Instructor
Attorney, State Bar of Michigan
J.D., Wayne State University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Burkhart, Nikolas W
Humanities Instructor
B.A, Hope College
Burt, Kayla
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Bussell, Christine
Social Science Instructor
Bussell, James A
Social Science Instructor
M.L.S., Eastern Michigan University
B.S., Ferris State University
C
Carlson, Rebecca G
Communications Instructor
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
B.A., Hillsdale 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
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
Clone, Liam
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
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
Cook, Delaney
Aviation Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Crawford, Megan
Health Occupations Instructor
A.A.S., Baker College
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Crocker, Alex
Technical Instructor
Crompton, Seth C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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/Technical Instructor
B.B.A., Grand Valley State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Deater, Joseph
Technical Instructor
Certified Biomedical Equipment Tech
A.A., Baker College
Deneen, Peter E
Humanities Instructor
M.M., VanderCook College of Music
B.M., 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
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
B.A., Seattle Pacific University
DeYoung, Katie
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S., B.S.N., A.A.S., Ferris State University
Dobbrastine, Sarah C
Health Occupations Instructor
Dollar, Thomas W
Technical Instructor
Drzewiecki, Cameron S
Social Science Instructor
Drzewiecki, Stephen M
Social Science Instructor
A.A., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Dybas, Dorian
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
Dyer, Emma G
Aviation Instructor
E
Ek, Madelyn
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
B.S., Northern Michigan University
Elston, Lee A
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S., Nova Southeastern University
B.S.N., Barry University
Ewing, Jennifer A
Business 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
Fish, Kristi
Humanities Instructor
B.M.E., Florida Gulf Coast University
Flowers, Joseph
Business Instructor
A.A.S., A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Ford, Karen E
Business/Maritime Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
Ph.D., Union Institute and University
B.A., Stephens College
Ford, Laura C
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Fouch, Jeffrey L
Technical Instructor
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
Furstenberg, James
Business Instructor
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
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Grim, Daniel
Communications Instructor
Grossnickle, Brian M
Humanities Instructor
Gullen, James A
Technical Instructor
Master Auto Mechanic, State of Michigan
Ph.D., M.Ed., B.S.E., Wayne State University
Ph.D., M.Ed., B.S.E., Wayne State University
H
Hackert, April N
Culinary Arts Instructor
Harris, William
Humanities Instructor
Hartley, Sara K
Culinary Arts Instructor
Hawkins, Emily M
Health Occupations Instructor
Hepner, Krista
Health Occupations Instructor
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Herman, Benjamin M
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
B.S., Northern Michigan University
Hetfield, John
Social Science Instructor
B.A., Hope College
Hill, Devin L
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
Licensed Residential Builder, Michigan
Hirsch, Sarah E
Maritime Instructor
Holley, Mark W
Social Science Instructor
B.G.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Hoth, Katie
Health Occupations Instructor
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., University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
J
Jones, Geoffrey C
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
K
Kasper, Keith A
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Kelly, Bryan T
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
Kelly, Thomas
Culinary Arts Instructor
King, Tyler G
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Kinnee, Rebecca L
Humanities Instructor
Kocher, Edward
Humanities Instructor
B.M., Duquesne University
Kostrzewa, Molly
Health Occupations Instructor
Kridner II, Ralph G
Culinary Arts Instructor
Kudirka, Michael P
Humanities Instructor
D.M.A., B.M., University of Southern California
M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts
D.M.A., B.M., University of Southern California
L
Leggett, Maria Elena C
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Lewis, Nicholas D
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument 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
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Lyon, Mark E
Social Science Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
M
MacLaughlin, Willow C
Aviation Instructor
Macphee, Charles A
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
B.S., Lawrence Technological University
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
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Airline Transport Pilot
Marchione, David
Humanities 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
McCuien, Phil
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
Mead, Lindsey D
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Davenport University
A.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Menchaca, Marc
Health Occupations Instructor
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., Michigan State University
B.M., Western Michigan University
Moyes, Michael
Social Science Instructor
Munch, Brianne
Humanities Instructor
Murray, Jeffrey
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Oakland Community College
N
Nachazel, Michael A
Technical Instructor
Nichols, David C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Nickerson, Amos
Construction Technology/Technical 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/Technical Instructor
Novak, Brad H
Humanities Instructor
O
O'Rourke, Makenzi E
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Olson, Ann
Social Science Instructor
J.D., Michigan State University
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
P
Papcun, Halie
Humanities Instructor
Parker, Philip T
Humanities Instructor
Pater, Zachary A
Culinary Arts Instructor
Perreault, Michael L
Aviation Instructor
J.D., Western Michigan University
A.A.S., A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Peters, Erin
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Nebraska Methodist College
Peterson, Michael
Culinary Arts Instructor
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
M.S., G.C.P., B.S., Central Michigan University
Pupel, Nicholas
Technical Instructor
R
Ramsey, Sarah E
Business/Humanities Instructor
Rhoads, Faith
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Riccobono, Jeanmarie
Humanities Instructor
M.M., Northwestern University
B.M., 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
Roehler, Wyatt
Business Instructor
B.S., Michigan State University
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/Technical Instructor
A.A.S., Lansing Community College
Sanderson, Corey
Humanities Instructor
Schmitt, Steven K
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Schwab, Tara C
Humanities Instructor
D.M.A., University of Oregon
M.A., California Institute of the Arts
B.M., University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Schweizer, Jack W
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Shangraw, Carl F
Technical Instructor
M.S., Purdue University West Lafayette
Shea, Reed M
Social Science Instructor
Sheerin, Julia J
Business Instructor
B.S., Indiana University Bloomington
Sheldon, Tyler
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
Shipman, Edward C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine 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., 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
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Multiengine Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Airline Transport Pilot
Sprenkle, Abigail
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., Cornell University
B.A., Smith College
Stavropoulos, Elena
Humanities Instructor
Stivani, Michael J
Science & Math Instructor
M.A.T., University of Idaho
B.S., Ferris State University
Stojanovic, Natalija
Humanities Instructor
Stoye, Fred D
Health Occupations Instructor
Dentist License
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
Sweeney, Brian P
Construction Technology/Technical Instructor
M.Eng., Cornell University
B.S., United States Military Academy
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., Northern Illinois University
Teichman, Jason A
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., University of New Orleans
B.S., Ferris State University
Teichman, Michael
Social Science Instructor
Thelander, Liam
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Thiebaut, Melissa R
Social Science Instructor
M.A., Concordia University St. Paul
B.S., Michigan State University
Tomczak, Miranda
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Purdue University West Lafayette
A.N., Baker College
Tondreau, Kurt R
Maritime/Technical Instructor
Trumbull, Scott
Aviation Instructor
U
Ulrich, Maria F
Humanities Instructor
B.A., Columbia College, Chicago
V
Vadeboncoeur, Taylor R
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Davenport University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Vandergriff, Jessica R
Science & Math Instructor
B.S., Lake Superior State 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., Oberlin College
Vriezema, Stephan
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
W
Wagner, Joshua L
Humanities Instructor
M.M., Indiana University Bloomington
B.M.E., Central 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
Warfield, Rick A
Technical Instructor
Warner, Cathleen A
Business/Communications Instructor
Ed.D., M.A., Central Michigan University
M.A., Michigan State University
B.A., Alma College
Warren, Samantha G
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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
Williams, Leslie
Humanities 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
M.S., B.S., Michigan Technological University
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
Young, Timothy
Business Instructor
M.S., Purdue University West Lafayette
Yount, Alexander
Aviation Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Yovich, Presleigh
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Michigan State University
Z
Ziegler, Ryan S
Social Science Instructor
Attorney, State Bar of Michigan
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
Adamick, Angela L
Custodial Manager
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, Crystal
Food Services Operations Manager
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Baisden, Angella
Data Analyst- Nursing
M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
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
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
Boris, Betsy J
Director of Nursing and Allied Health
Certified Nurse Educator
M.S.N., B.S.N., Spring Arbor University
A.A.S., North Central Michigan 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
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
Apartments Manager
M.Ed., Valdosta State University
B.P.A., Saginaw Valley State University
A.A., Kirtland Community College
Burns Bailey, Amy M
Workforce Programs Director
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
Director of Corporate and Foundation Relation
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
Caswell, Thomas
Facilities Maintenance Manager
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., Western Michigan University
Collier, Rosali W
Student Success and Retention Office Manager
B.A., C.A., Grand Valley State University
B.A., Michigan State University
Cooper, Lisa S
Strategic Initiatives Office Manager
B.A., Goucher College
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
Croon, Garrett
Campus Safety Coordinator
Crull, Emily M
Marketing Office Manager
B.F.A., Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Czyzyk, William
Database and Prospect Research Specialist
B.M., Aquinas College
D
Dages, Marianne F
Library Services Specialist
B.F.A., University of the Arts
DeBoer, Kaitlyn
Residence Life Office Manager
B.S., Central Michigan University
Deering, Ryan P
Surveying & Geospatial Technology Industry Recruiter
DeLonge, Robert M
Assistant Director - Instructional Technology
M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
Denniston, Sarah E
Bookstore Manager
B.A., Anderson University
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
Durecki, Nancy I
Facilities Office Manager
A.A.S., Baker College
Durling, Claire E
Food Services Office Manager
E
Eberhardt, Dakota
Aviation Maintenance Technician
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
Ensign, Michele I
Resource Development Assistant
B.A., Holy Apostles College and Seminary
A.G.S., A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
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., 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
Galla, Alexandra
Foundation Operations and Advancement Manager
Garma Mendez, Ivan R
Programmer Analyst
Garner, Bobbi J
Science & Math Academic Area Office Manager
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan 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
B.S., Grand Valley State University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Guillard, Justin D
Client Systems Administrator
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Gustafson, Teresa M
Director of Academic Affairs
Ph.D., M.A., B.A., Michigan State University
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 Manager
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
Hosler, David C
Director of Systems and LAN Management
Certified Computer Technician
M.S., Western Governors University
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., C.C., Northwestern Michigan College
Hromada, Georgenia
Technical Division Office Manager
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Huntzinger, Tess O
GLMA Engineering Officer
B.S., 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
Lessner, Marysue
Facilities Administrative Assistant
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
Lucas, Amy M
Student Success Coach
Lutchko, John R
Director of Great Lakes Water Studies Institute
USCG Merchant Mariners Credential
M.S., Michigan Technological University
B.S., Western Michigan University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
M
Mackesty, Nicholas
Chief Engineer - T/S State of Michigan
B.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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 & Alumni Relations
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
McKinnie, Alana
Resource Development Assistant
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan 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
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
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
Podolan, Patrick J
STCW Clerk and Sea Project Specialist
B.B.A., Western Michigan University
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
Q
Quinlan, Patrick
Director of Facilities
M.B.A., University of North Texas
B.S., Ferris State University
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
Roberts, Angela
Lead Accounting Assistant
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
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
Schaub, Dylan M
Instructional Systems Technician
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan 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
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
Shumaker, Bonnie J
Curriculum and Scheduling Coordinator
B.A., Ohio State University Columbus
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
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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
B.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
T
Tank, Alexander F
Director of International Affairs Forum
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
Turner, Seth
Records and Registration Assistant
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
Vaughn, Eileen
Programmer Analyst
B.S., Baker College
Vergote, Shannah R
Marketing and Promotion Coordinator
B.A., Alma College
vonReichbauer, Lisa
Director of Admissions
M.A., Central Michigan University
W
Walton, Marissa L
Bookstore Assistant
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, Tracy M
Experiential Learning Institute Office Manager
M.Ed., Ferris State University
B.S.E., Central Michigan University
Wenstrup, Nicole A
Testing Center Specialist
M.S., University of Michigan Ann Arbor
B.A., Butler University
West, Mark A
Lead Accounting Assistant
B.S.B., Ferris State University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
West, Mary
Tutoring Services Coordinator
M.S.W., G.C.P., University of Denver
B.S.W., Baylor University
Williams, Scott A
Executive Chef
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Woughter, Kerrey B
Director of Library Services
M.A., Spring Arbor University
M.L.S., Wayne State University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Y
Yauk, Kelly A
Marketing Director
B.A., Michigan State 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 |
Michelle Poertner | 1987-2024 |
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 |
Daniel Wasson | 1992-2025 |
Facilities STAFF
A
Albosta, Lawrence
Custodian
Angel, Sharon M
Custodian
B
Bugai, Robert D
Groundskeeper
Burris, John
Groundskeeper
C
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
H
Haines, Todd A
Maintenance Mechanic
Harrand, Sandra M
Custodian
Hock, Nathaniel
Custodian
I
Inscore, Anthony
Maintenance Mechanic
K
Keough, Dennis M
Maintenance Mechanic
Kimball, Lindsey J
Warehouse Clerk
M
Maloney, Robin R
Custodian
Mashburn, Laura A
Custodian
McColl, Maximos W
Groundskeeper
McCullough, Lindsey
Custodian
R
Russell, Charles F
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
V
VanSipe, Brian L
Boiler Maintenance Mechanic
Licensed Residential Builder, Michigan
B.A., Spring Arbor University