Faculty & Staff
PRESIDENT
Nissley, Nick
President
Ed.D., George Washington University
M.A., Antioch University
B.A., Ohio State University
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 DEI & Associate Dean of Campus Services
Ed.D., Ferris State University
M.A., Saginaw Valley State University
B.S., Wingate College
Fairbanks, Diana M
Associate Vice President of Public Relations, Marketing, and Communications
B.A., UniversityMaryland College Park
Goodchild, Joy E
Executive Director of Office of Research, Planning, and Effectiveness
M.A., University of Pittsburgh
B.S.N., Bellevue University
B.A., Baylor University
A.D.N., McLennan Community College
Hadley, Craig
Executive Director & Chief Curator of Dennos Museum Center
M.A., University of Missouri
B.A., Beloit College
Hricik, Jennifer M
Associate Vice President of Resource Development & Executive Director of NMC Foundation
B.A., George Fox University
Kierczynski, Troy J
Vice President for Finance & Administration
Certified Public Accountant
B.A., Hope College
Liebling, Mark D
Associate Vice President of Human Resources
M.L.I.R., B.S., Michigan State University
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.S.E., Ohio State University
B.A., Michigan State University
Siciliano, Stephen N
Vice President for Educational Services
Ph.D., The College of William & 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., University of Colorado
B.A., Western Michigan University
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
G.C.P., Indiana University
Anderson, Kimberly K
Health Occupations instructor
D.C., National College of Chiropract
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
Beeker, Norman J
Health Occupations instructor
M.S.N., Gonzaga University
M.S., Miami University
B.A., Michigan State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
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
C.P., Wayne State 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 UCLA
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., Trinity College
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A., A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Dohm, Lisa M
Communications Instructor
Ed.D., Central Michigan University
M.A., Michigan State University
M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., Michigan State University
C.A., Central Michigan 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., SUNY University of Buffalo
B.S., Michigan Technological University
C.P., Illinois Institute of Tech
Emerson, Michael P
Humanities Instructor
Ph.D., Purdue University
M.A., B.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
A.A., Cuesta Community College
Gray, Nancy T
Communications Instructor
M.A., Middlebury College
B.A., University of Michigan
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
J
Jack, Stewart L
Business instructor
B.S., Glasgow Caledonian University
G.C.P., University of Strathclyde
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 College
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
L
Lively, Janet S
Communications Instructor
M.A., SUNY College Brockport
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
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., Grand Valley State University
B.S., Ferris State University
C.P., Grand Valley State University
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
McKeon-Jacob, Mary
Communications Instructor
M.Ed., National Louis University
B.S., Illinois State University
Mills, Briana
Math & Science Instructor
M.A., Central Michigan University
M.S., Portland State University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Minor, Benjamin T
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., Northwestern Michigan College
B.S., University of Oregon
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
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
Powell, Scott M
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
M.E.T., Boise State University
M.S., State University of New York (SUNY)
B.S.B.A., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
G.C.P., Boise State University
R
Rice, Steven H
Business instructor
M.A., Wheaton College
M.S., Boston 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., SUNY Oswego
B.A., SUNY College 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
Schaefer-Hills, Caroline L
Humanities Instructor
Apple Certified Professional
Apple Certified Trainer
M.F.A., M.A., Savannah College of Art & 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., Oakland Community College
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Smith, Marjory M
Communications Instructor
M.A., University of Edinburgh
M.A., Michigan State University
G.C.P., Indiana University
C.P., Napier College - Edinburgh
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., M.S., University of Michigan
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
Sprenkle, Melissa P
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., University of Tennessee
Stewart, Magdalena A
Health Occupations instructor
F.M.A., University of Poland
B.S., Ferris State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Swan, Scott J
Water Studies Institute/Social Sciences Instructor
M.S., B.S., B.S., University of Michigan
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
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
Williams, Natasha A
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
M.S.N., B.S.N., Purdue University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Wilson, Ryan M
Communications Instructor
M.A., DePaul University
M.F.A., University of Massachusetts-Amherst
B.S., The Ohio University
Wolff, Glenn A
Humanities Instructor
B.F.A., Mineapolis College of Art & 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
Alner, James I
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.S., University of Hertfordshire
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Auch, Thomas F
Business Instructor
M.A., Michigan State University
B.S., University of Colorado
B
Baker, Cyril C
Technical Instructor
Master Auto Mechanic, State of Michigan
Barrat, Remy D
Aviation Instructor
Bell, Rebekah
Communications Instructor
M.A., Ohio Dominican College
B.A., Cedarville College
Berg, Joan A
Business Instructor
M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., Michigan State University
Bessette, Suzanne F
Science & Math Instructor
D.P.T., Grand Valley State University
J.D., M.U.P., University of Michigan
B.A., Brown University
Bird, RaShaun M
Culinary Arts Instructor
Birgy, Tyler
Aviation 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
Boyer, Joshua W
Culinary Arts Instructor
Bredahl, Rebecca F
Health Occupations Instructor
Basic Life Support - CPR and AED
Licensed Registered Nurse
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Brumbaugh, Patricia J
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Michigan
B.A., Olivet College
Bussell, James A
Social Sciences Instructor
M.L.S., Eastern Michigan University
B.S., Ferris State University
C
Campbell, Jennifer L
Communications Instructor
M.A., University of Northern Colorado
M.S.W., University of Michigan
B.A., Michigan State University
A.A.A., C.A., Lansing Community College
Cannon, Nelson J
Social Sciences Instructor
M.P.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., University of Detroit Mercy
Case, Daryl L
Social Sciences 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.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Clark, Diane M
Humanities Instructor
D.A., University of Mississippi
M.M., Indiana University
B.Mus., Rhodes College
Clark, Gerald J
Science & Math Instructor
M.A., University of Michigan
B.S., Grand Valley State University
Crawford, Logan S
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
D
Darga, Ashley M
Social Sciences Instructor
M.A., Kent State University
B.A., Western Michigan University
Davis, Lucas M
Aviation Instructor
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.Mus., University of Michigan
Dennis, Scott L
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
M.S., Embry-Riddle Aeronautics University, AZ
M.A., Air University
B.S., Michigan Technological University
DePauw, Devan M
Technical Instructor
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
A.L.A., Oakland Community College-Royal Oak
Dollar, Thomas W
Technical Instructor
Donberg, William R
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Ground Instructor
B.S., Ohio State University
Drow, Charlene L
Health Occupations Instructor
Drzewiecki, Stephen M
Social Sciences Instructor
A.A.S., A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Duflo, Kelsey R
Aviation Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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 University
B.S.N., Barry University
Emling, Diane K
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., B.A., Michigan State 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
Ferrill, Kyle W
Humanities Instructor
Fewless, Randy
Social Sciences Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
Ford, Karen E
Maritime Instructor
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
Ph.D., Union Institute
B.A., Stephens College
Frahm, Gavyn J
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
G
Gerring, Andrea M
Humanities Instructor
M.A., B.A., Wayne State University
Gollan, Linda
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Southern New Hampshire Univers
B.S., Western Michigan University
Grenkowicz, Judith A
Social Sciences Instructor
Ed.D., Northern Illinois University
M.B.A., University of Detroit Mercy
M.F.A., Bay Path University
B.S., Ferris State University
Grim, Easton J
Aviation Instructor
Grotefendt, Roger
Social Sciences Instructor
B.F.A., Principia College
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
Hill, Shane A
Aviation Instructor
Hill, Devin L
Construction Technology Instructor
Licensed Residential Builder, Michigan
Hill, Jacalyn
Health Occupations Instructor
Hockin, Kathryn E
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Holley, Mark W
Social Sciences Instructor
B.G.S., University of Michigan
Hudson, Timothy M
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., Capella University
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
Husser, David A
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Oklahoma
B.Mus., University of Illinois
J
James, Rufus S
Humanities Instructor
M.A., B.A., California State University
K
Keen, Amy
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.N., Walden University
A.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Kelly, Bryan T
Construction Technology Instructor
C.C., Northwestern Michigan College
Kennedy, Jennifer
Health Occupations Instructor
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.N., Finlandia University
Kerr, Cameron D
Aviation Instructor
Airline Transport Pilot
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
B.S., University of West England, Bristol
King, Tyler G
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Kinnee, Rebecca L
Humanities Instructor
Klingsick, Kyle
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Kroh, Sandra L
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., Ball State University
Kruppe, Luke D
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.S.A., Muskegon Community College
Kudirka, Michael P
Humanities Instructor
D.M.A., University of Southern California
M.F.A., California Institute of the Arts
B.Mus., University of Southern California
L
Leggett, Maria Elena C
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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 Sciences Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
M
Macdonald, Arran C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.S., University of Hertfordshire
Mackie, Allen J
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Macphee, Charles A
Construction Technology Instructor
Majerczyk, Brian D
Social Sciences Instructor
M.A., B.S., Western Michigan University
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
McCall, Brian D
Humanities Instructor
M.A., B.S., Central Michigan University
McCuien, Phil
Construction Technology Instructor
McKay, Grant E
Health Occupations Instructor
B.A., Central Michigan University
B.S.N., Spring Arbor University
A.D.N., A.A., 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 Sciences Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Mohammed, Safeeya O
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.E., University of the West of England
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Montgomery-Richards, Sarah E
Communications/Humanities Instructor
M.A., Claremont Graduate University
B.A., Western Michigan University
Mortensen-Chown, David K
Humanities Instructor
Audio Tech Certificate
B.Mus., Western Michigan University
B.Mus., Michigan State University
Munch, Brianne
Humanities Instructor
Muszynski, Jared M
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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
Nash, Timothy J
Construction Technology Instructor
Nichols, David C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Nielsen, Tim A
Humanities Instructor
B.F.A., California Institute of the Arts
Niemisto, Patrick T
Humanities Instructor
B.M.E., Northern Michigan University
Nothstine, Kari J
Health Occupations Instructor
Basic Life Support - CPR and AED
Licensed Registered Nurse
B.S.N., Chamberlain College of Nursing
A.S.A., A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Novak, Brad H
Humanities Instructor
O
O'Brien, Abigail M
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Spring Arbor University
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, Law
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 Sciences Instructor
Pappas, Janice A
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S., A.A.S., Ferris State University
Parker, Philip T
Humanities Instructor
Pelkey, Nolan M
Aviation Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Perreault, Michael L
Aviation Instructor
J.D., Thomas M Cooley Law School WMU
A.S.A., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Pickelman, Luke J
Humanities Instructor
J.D., Western Michigan University
M.A., University of Nebraska
B.A., Michigan State University
Pomerville, Joseph B
Social Sciences Instructor
M.S., B.S., G.C.P., Central Michigan University
Powell, Jonah
Humanities Instructor
B.A., Alma College
Q
Quast, Devin W
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
R
Ramsey, Jennifer L
Health Occupations Instructor
Raupp, Adam H
Culinary Arts Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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
Regier, Christopher A
Construction Technology Instructor
B.S., Wayland Baptist University
A.A.S., Air University, CC of the Air Force
A.A.S., Wayland Baptist University
A.A.S., C.P., C.P., Air University
Riccobono, Jeanmarie
Humanities Instructor
M.M., Northwestern University
B.Mus., Eastman School of Music/University of Rochester
Richmond, Matthew G
Social Sciences Instructor
Rigan, Patricia M
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., University of Phoenix
B.S.N., Ferris State University
A.D.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Robinson, Erin M
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., University of Michigan
A.N., Northwestern Michigan College
Roche, Klohie
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Roeper, Brittany
Communications Instructor
M.F.A., University of Oregon
Romanowski, Anthony J
Social Sciences Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Rosin, Kyler
Social Sciences Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
Ross, Mark G
Communications Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., Ohio State University
B.A., Michigan State University
Russcher, Lucas J
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
S
Saunby, Jason P
Aviation Instructor
Schlappi, Nicholas N
Aviation Instructor
Schmerl, Michael
Construction Technology Instructor
Licensed Electrician
Master Electrician, State of Michigan
Registered Code Officer & Inspector
Schroeder, Leah
Humanities Instructor
M.A., Goshen College
B.F.A., Indiana University
Seward, Jared S
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Shangraw, Carl F
Technical Instructor
M.S., Purdue University
Shea, Reed M
Social Sciences Instructor
Sheerin, Julia J
Business/Science & Math Instructor
B.S., Indiana University
Sherman, Coleman G
Construction Technology Instructor
B.A., Saint Louis University
Shipman, Edward C
Aviation Instructor
Siebert, Benjamin T
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Silveus, Nathan L
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Smrecak, Trisha A
Science & Math Instructor
Ph.D., Michigan State University
Sniff, Sara V
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., B.S.N., Davenport University
A.A.S., Baker College
Sommerfield, Cathlyn K
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., University of California
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Sorenson, Scott P
Humanities Instructor
Ph.D., M.A., University of Minnesota
B.A., Luther College
Spaulding, Kevin P
Aviation Instructor
Sprenkle, David C
Communications Instructor
M.A., University of Tennessee
B.A., University of Illinois
Steele, Susan
Humanities Instructor
M.M., B.S.E., Northern Illinois University
Stiles, Thomas J
Culinary Arts Instructor
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.A.S., C.P., Grand Rapids Community 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
Strang, Robert
Aviation Instructor
Sullivan, Johnathan J
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., University of Arkansas
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Swanson, Sara
Social Sciences Instructor
J.D., Thomas M Cooley Law School WMU
B.S., Central Michigan University
Szczechowski, James
Science & Math Instructor
M.A., Eastern Michigan University
B.A., University of Michigan
T
Taberski, Carol J
Business Instructor
M.B.A., Lake Superior State University
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Taylor, Micaela
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Teachout, Kim
Humanities Instructor
M.M., University of Colorado
B.Mus., Northern Illinois University
Teeter, Metick V
Maritime/Technical Instructor
M.Ed., Wayne State University
B.S., Ferris State University
Teichman, Jason A
Science & Math Instructor
M.S., University of New Orleans
B.S., Ferris State University
Thiebaut, Melissa R
Social Sciences Instructor
M.A., Concordia College-Saint Paul
B.S., Michigan State University
Tholen, Christopher D
Social Sciences Instructor
J.D., University of Michigan
B.A., Wesleyan University
Thompson, Madison L
Social Sciences Instructor
Tondreau, Kurt R
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
V
Vandenberg, Ethel L
Health Occupations Instructor
M.S.N., Andrews University
B.S.N., University of Michigan
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.Mus., Oberlin College
W
Wagner, Joshua L
Humanities Instructor
M.M., Indiana University
B.M.E., Central Michigan University
Walimaa, Abby M
Health Occupations Instructor
B.S.N., Northern Michigan University
Walters, Brenton B
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Commercial Pilot
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Ward, Ryan C
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Warner, Cathleen A
Business/Communications Instructor
Ed.D., M.A., Central Michigan University
M.A., Michigan State University
B.A., Alma College
Washburne, Jenny
Communications Instructor
Weber, Anthony J
Humanities Instructor
M.A.Th., Other College
B.A., Cedarville College
Weiler, Robert S
Social Sciences Instructor
M.L.I.R., Michigan State University
M.A., Central Michigan University
M.B.A., Lawrence Technological University
B.S., Central Michigan University
Welcker, Zachary L
Water Studies Institute Instructor
J.D., University of Oregon
B.A., University of Montana
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
A.D.N., Ferris State University
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
Wold, Cameron J
Aviation Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
Wood, Linnea
Health Occupations Instructor
Wortman, Forest B
Technical Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
M.S., Michigan Technological University
M.Eng., University of Idaho
M.M.O.A.S., Air University
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Wright, Christopher
Social Sciences Instructor
Ph.D., University of New Hampshire
M.A., Central Michigan University
B.A., American University
Wright, Duane E
Social Sciences Instructor
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Y
Younce, Ryan R
Humanities Instructor
Z
Zaima, Nicholas N
Aviation Instructor
Ziegler, Ryan S
Social Sciences Instructor
J.D., Indiana University
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., M.A., Washington State University
B.A., Grand Valley State University
Andrews, Carolyn P
Construction Technology Program Coordinator & Instructor
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
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 of Disability Support & Student Conduct Specialist
B.S.W., Ferris State University
Beeker, Mary L
Librarian
M.S., Syracuse University
M.A., B.A., Ohio State University
Bensley, James S
Director of International Servicess & 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 Office Assistant
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., Community College of the Air Force - Air University
Bradeen, Lindsey M
Hagerty Event Supervisor
B.S., Northern Michigan 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 Assistant
B.B.A., Davenport University
A.G.S., A.S.A., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
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
B.A., Wake Forest University
Claerhout, Cathryn M
Director of Admissions
M.S., B.S.W., Ferris State University
Clark, Amanda L
Student Life Office Manager
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Cobb, Jeffrey S
Director of Music Programs
M.M., Oakland University
B.Mus., 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., B.S., Michigan State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Cron-Huhta, Patricia A
Front-of-the-House Coordinator - GLCI
B.A., Michigan State University
Crull, Emily M
Marketing Office Manager
B.F.A., Southern Illinois University
Czyzyk, William
Database and Prospect Research Specialist
B.Mus., Aquinas College
D
D'Alessandro, Kevin J
TCAPS Early College & Commit Scholarship Coordinator
M.A., University of Nebraska
B.S., C.A., Grand Valley State University
Deering, Ryan P
Surveying & Geospatial Tech 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
DeWalt, Hollie R
Total Rewards Coordinator
Professional in Human Resources
M.S., Central Michigan University
B.S., University of Maryland UniversityCollege
Dickinson, Lindsey
Director of Advising
M.Ed., Arizona State University
B.A., University of Virginia
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Dix, Stephen C
Network Systems & Data Communications Analyst
B.A., Baker College
A.A.S., Ferris State University
Druskovich, Judith A
Great Lakes Maritime Academy Admissions Specialist
B.S., Michigan State University
Duby, Cynthia L
Social Sciences Academic Area Office Manager
C.P., Delta College
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., South University
B.S., A.S., The Art Institute
Eiden, Elizabeth J
Residence Life Office Manager
B.S., Wayne State University
F
Fairbank, Scott D
Director of Maritime Admissions
B.A., University of Michigan
Folgmann, Stacy R
Lead Accounting Assistant
A.A.S., Henry Ford Community College
Ford, Stuart O
Materials Specialist
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Forgrave, Jessica R
Residence Hall Manager
B.F.A., Northern Michigan University
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
Fulcher, Kerry M
Great Lakes Culinary Institute Recruiter/Advisor
B.A., Spring Arbor University
A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
G
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 Voc Technical College
Godwin, Cary
Manager of Great Lakes Continuing Education
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.G.S., Columbia College
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
Gower, Amanda L
Foundation Operations Manager
B.S., Central Michigan University
Grant, Michelle M
Business Intelligence Analyst
B.S., Michigan Technological University
Guillard, Justin D
Client Systems Administrator
A.A.S., C.A., C.A., 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 Office Manager
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Hanna, Christopher T
Digital Media Systems Technician
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
Hansen, Julie A
Records and Registration Specialist
Haselton, Dean C
Purchasing Coordinator - Great Lakes Campus
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Heeres, Roger D
Resource Development Assistant
A.B., Davenport University
Heffner, Brian D
Director of Business Division & Academic Affairs
M.L.S., Eastern Michigan University
M.S., B.S.B., Ferris State University
A.A.S., 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 State University
B.A., Lafayette College
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
Hromada, Georgenia
Technical Division Office Manager
B.S., Ferris State University
A.A.S., A.A.S., A.A.S., C.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Hughes, Martin W
Chief Engineer - T/S State of Michigan
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
B.S., Northwestern Michigan College
B.A., Saint Lawrence University
A.A.S., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
I
Irani, Alyssa
Registrar
M.M.G.T., 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., A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Jackson, Kristina B
Extended Educational Services Program Coordinator
M.A.T., Earlham College
B.S., Guilford College
Johnson, Jessica J
Financial Aid Specialist
B.A., Michigan State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Jones, Alexander
Video and Instructional Systems Technician
Ph.D., University of New England
Ph.D., Teachers College Columbia University
B.G.S., University of Michigan
Jorgensen, Jaclyn E
Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
M.A., Western Michigan University
B.A.A., Central Michigan University
G.C.P., Western Michigan University
K
Kahler, Karen L
Associate Dean of Learning Services
Ph.D., M.A., B.S., Michigan State University
Kawula, Rorie A
Admissions Recruiter
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Kawula, Patrick J
Programmer
A.A., University of Phoenix
Kellman, Stephen A
Web Content & Online Strategies Coordinator
B.A., Colgate University
Kerlin-Spigarelli, Koleen R
Director of Health Services
M.S.N., Michigan State University
B.A., University of Michigan
B.S.N., Loyola University
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 Success Specialist
Kolak, Paul A
Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
M.A., Western Michigan University
B.A., Calvin College
Kurowski, Gail A
Director of Police Academy
B.A., Michigan State University-Law
A.A., Northwestern Michigan College
L
Light, Meghan R
Simulation Lab Coordinator
B.S.N., University of Michigan
A.D.N., A.G.S., C.C., Northwestern Michigan College
Lipke, Lindsey
Controller
Certified Public Accountant
M.A., Harvard University
B.S.B., 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
Maier, Alexander S
Programmer Analyst
B.S., Ferris State University
A.S., North Central Michigan College
Marquardt, Kevin P
Creative Director
B.F.A., Michigan State University
Martin, Paul A
Network Systems & Data Communications Analyst
B.S., DeVry Institute of Technology
A.A., Hillsborough Community College
Marvin, Katharine Z
Director of Development
M.S.W., B.A., University of Michigan
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
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
Media & Instructional Technology Coordinator
B.S., Eastern Michigan University
A.A., Kirtland Community College
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 Specialist
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
Noga, Cari
Communications Director
B.A., Marquette University
Norconk, Beth A
Client Systems Administrator
B.A., Ferris State University
P
Pandolfi, Nicholas A
Librarian
M.S., University of Michigan
B.A., Denison University
Patterson, James S
Enrollment Services Specialist
M.B.A., University of Michigan
B.A., Oakland University
G.C.P., Davenport University
Pflughoeft, Amy T
Library Services Specialist
B.A., University of Michigan
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
R
Rider, Robert M
Voice Systems Administrator
Rizzo, Suzanne
Records and Registration Specialist
B.A., University of Michigan
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
Root, Janice M
Communications Academic Area Office Manager
S
Sansonetti, Paige E
Financial Aid Specialist
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Sauerbrey, Anthony G
UAS Program Coordinator
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
Multiengine Instructor
B.S., Williston State College
Schenk, Jackie B
Extended Educational Services Office Assistant
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
Sedlacek, Stephen P
Assistant Engineer - T/S State of MI
USCG Merchant Mariner's Credential
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Sheppley, Lisa A
Office Manager - President's Office
M.M., M.M., Johns Hopkins University
B.Mus., Saint Cloud State University
Shinn, Peggy A
Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper
Siladke, Tiffany
Resource Development Assistant
B.S., University of Tennessee
Sluss, Alice M
Humanities Academic Area Office Manager
Smarsty, Sally R
Student Success Coordinator
B.S., Grand Valley State University
A.S.A., Northwestern Michigan College
Smith, Jordan S
Curriculum and Scheduling Coordinator
B.A., University of Colorado
Smith, Jason M
International/Domestic Recruiter and Advisor
M.A., Marygrove College
B.A., Spring Arbor University
Sodini, Joan A
Graphic Coordinator
B.A.A., Central Michigan University
Sommer-Ford, Katelyn A
Learning Services Office Manager
M.P.A., University of Colorado
B.A., Keene State College
Sonnabend, Elizabeth A
Extended Educational Services Program Coordinator
M.B.A., Lawrence Technological University
B.S., Ferris State University
Sova, Bridget J
Academic & Career Advisor
M.M., Western Michigan University
B.Mus., The Ohio University
Steinebach, Kristina A
Accounting Assistant / Bookkeeper
Strahan, Trisha J
Hagerty Center Events Supervisor
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., Northwestern Michigan College
B.S., Wayne State University
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
T
Tank, Alexander F
International Affairs Forum Communications & Production Coordinator
Thomas, Lisa J
Dean of Students
Licensed Master Social Worker
M.S.W., Western Michigan University
B.A., Calvin College
Thornton, Alison B
Coordinator of Technology Support Services
B.A., American University
C.C., Other College
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
Vaughn, Eileen
Programmer Analyst
B.S., Baker College
Vergote, Shannah R
Marketing and Promotion Specialist
B.A., Alma College
W
Warren, Samantha G
Lead Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor
Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Commercial Pilot
B.B.A., Davenport - UC
A.A.S., Northwestern Michigan College
Wasson, Daniel P
Director of Systems and LAN Management
B.S., DeVry Institute of Technology
Waterstripe, Kirk E
Laboratory Manager
M.S., Rutgers State University
B.S., Edinboro University of Pennsyl
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., Other College
B.S., Purdue University
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., 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
Great Lakes Maritime Academy 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 |
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 |
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 |
Ronald J. Hensel | 1970-1992 |
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 |
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
Angel, Sharon M
Custodian
B
Bugai, Robert D
Groundskeeper
C
Cook, Frederick P
Maintenance Mechanic
Coy, Patricia A
Custodian
D
Dalley, John
Warehouse Clerk
F
Fewins, Stephen M
Custodian
B.S., College of Saint Francis
G
Garvon, Brenda M
Custodian
H
Haines, Todd A
Maintenance Mechanic
Harrand, Sandra M
Custodian
J
Jenkins, Deborah R
Custodian
K
Kimball, Lindsey J
Custodian
L
Long, William A
Groundskeeper
M
Maloney, Robin R
Custodian
Mashburn, Laura A
Custodian
McPherson, Kerry L
Custodian
R
Reid, David M
Groundskeeper
Reynolds, Valerie J
Custodian
S
Sabins, Jeffrey J
Custodian
Scarlett, Terri L
Custodian
Schettek, Gary J
Painter
Shattuck, Craig W
Custodian
Sieffert, Douglas A
Maintenance Mechanic
Sivek, Reece M
Groundskeeper
T
Trowbridge, Philip J
Maintenance Mechanic
V
VanSipe, Brian L
Boiler Maintenance Mechanic
Licensed Residential Builder, Michigan
B.A., Spring Arbor University