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Faculty

Aebli, Robert, M.S.W.
Assistant Professor: Social Work
M.S.W. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Ahasay, Julie, M.A.
Visiting Instructor: Communication, Theatre and Art
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Superior
B.A. University of Wisconsin, Superior

Alich, Sister Agnes, Ph.D.
Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. Northwestern University
M.S. Marquette University
B.S. Marquette University

Alwan, Sabah, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Management
Ph.D. Alliant International University
M.B.A. National University
B.S. Alliant International University

Anderson, Diane, M.P.H., O.T.R./L.
Assistant Professor: Occupational Therapy
Chair: Occupational Therapy
M.P.H. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Anstett, David, M.B.A.
Assistant Professor: Management
M.B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Ash, Laurel, D.N.P., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Graduate Nursing
D.N.P. Rush University
M.A. The College of St.Catherine
B.S.N. University of Minnesota

Backus, Steven, M.A.
Part-time Instructor: English
Director: Writing Center
M.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Barrett, Anthony, Ph.D.
Professor: Management
Ph.D. George Washington University
M.A. Brown University
B.S.F.S. Georgetown University

Bastian, William, M.M.
Instructor: Music
M.M. University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
B.M.E. Milton College

Bauman, John, M.A.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
Chair: Undergraduate Programs in Education
M.A. University of St.Thomas
B.S. Moorhead State University

Berkeland, Rondell, Ed.D., O.T.R./L.
Dean: School of Health Sciences
Associate Professor: Occupational Therapy
Ed.D. University of St.Thomas
M.P.H. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Birnbaum, Lawrence, Ph.D., F.A.S.E.P., E.P.C.
Professor: Exercise Physiology
Director: Exercise Physiology Graduate Program
Ph.D. The University of Iowa
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
M.S. University of North Dakota
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Bjorklund, Pamela, Ph.D., R.N.
Associate Professor: Graduate Nursing
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.S. University of Colorado, Health Sciences Center, Denver
B.S. University of Colorado, Health Sciences Center, Denver
B.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Blair, Gregory, M.F.A.
Assistant Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
M.F.A. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks
B.F.A. University of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

Boelhower, Gary, Ph.D.
Professor: Theology and Religious Studies
Ph.D. Marquette University
M.A. Marquette University
B.A. Catholic University of America

Bogue, Sister Edith, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Associate Director: Honors Program
Ph.D. University of Michigan
M.A. University of Michigan
M.A. University of Chicago
B.A. University of Minnesota
B.A. Carleton College

Boone, Tommy, Ph.D., M.P.H., E.P.C.
Professor: Exercise Physiology
Chair: Exercise Physiology
Ph.D. Florida State University
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
M.P.H. University of Southern Mississippi
M.Ed. Northwestern State University
B.S. Northwestern State University

Bowen, Randall, M.S.
Instructor: School of Education
M.S. University of Wisconsin, Superior
B.S. Bemidji State University

Bown, Gregory, B.S.
Assistant Instructor: Biology
B.S. South Dakota State University

Brown, Cynthia, M.S., M.P.H., R.D., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.P.H. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Catherine

Bushey, Teresita, M.A., A.P.R.N.-B.C.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Campbell, William Sanger, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Theology and Religious Studies
Ph.D. Princeton Theology Seminary
M.A. St. Michael's College
B.A. University of Notre Dame

Carlson, Mary Alice, M.A.
Instructor: Psychology and Sociology
M.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Carroll, Nathan, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
Ph.D. Indiana University
M.A. University of York, United Kingdom
B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College

Carter, Catherine, M.Ed.
Dean: School of Extended Studies
Assistant Professor: Graduate Programs in Education
M.Ed. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. The College of St. Catherine

Cizadlo, Gerald, Ph.D.
Professor: Biology
Ph.D. South Dakota State University
M.S. South Dakota State University
B.S.N. South Dakota State University

Clarke, Sister Margaret, Ph.D.
Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. Oregon State University
M.S. Marquette University
B.S. Gonzaga University

Connelly, Marianne, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Music
M.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Crane, James, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: English
Ph.D. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
M.A. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
B.A. Grinnell College

Craycraft, Jeremy, M.M.
Part-Time Visiting Instructor: Music
M.M. University of Cincinnati
B.M. Baldwin-Wallace College

Curiel, Arnoldo, M.P.A.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.P.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. Metropolitan State University

Dargan, John, M.A., E.P.C.
Assistant Professor: Exercise Physiology
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Deming, Jennifer, M.A., R.N., C.N.P.
Part-Time Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Diaz, Gina, M.A., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S.N. Philippine Christian University

Dietrich, Darryl, Ph.D.
Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Ph.D. Syracuse University
M.A. Syracuse University
B.A. Franklin and Marshall College

Domholdt, Elizabeth, Ed.D., P.T., F.A.P.T.A
Vice President for Academic Affairs
Professor: Physical Therapy
Ed.D. Indiana University, Bloomington
M.S. Indiana University, Indianapolis
B.S. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Donahue, Beth, M.A., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Donner, Cynthia, M.S.W.
Part-Time Instructor: Social Work
M.S.W. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Donovan, Mary Lou, Ph.D., O.T.R./L.
Assistant Professor: Occupational Therapy
Ph.D. Capella University
M.Ed. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Dorfman, Carolyn, Ph.D., O.T.R./L.
Assistant Professor: Occupational Therapy
Ph.D. Capella University
M.S.O.T. Colorado State University
B.A. University of Colorado, Boulder

Dupont, Jill, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: History, Politics and Culture
Ph.D. The University of Chicago
B.A. The University of Texas at Austin

Fauchald, Sally, Ph.D., R.N.
Associate Professor: Graduate Nursing
Chair: Graduate Nursing
Ph.D. Barry University
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Fleck, Sister Agnes, M.A.
Instructor: English
M.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Gabres, Nancy, M.S., O.T.R./L.
Assistant Professor: Occupational Therapy
M.S. University of Wisconsin, Madison
B.S.University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

Gaetz, Gail, M.A.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.L.S. University of Iowa
B.A. Central College

Gaetz, Thomas, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: School of Education
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Gamache, Raymond, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
Ph.D. University of Maryland, College Park
M.A. West Virginia University
B.A. West Virginia University

Gervais, Jennifer, M.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Instructor: Social Work
M.S.W. University of Missouri, Columbia
B.S.W. University of Wisconsin, River Falls

Gibbons, Thomas, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Computer Science/Information Systems
Chair: Computer Science/Information Systems
Interim Dean: School of Business and Technology (Fall 2008)
Ph.D. North Dakota State University, Fargo
M.S. University of Wisconsin, Madison
B.S. St. John's University

Ginsberg, Candace, M.A., P.N.P., F.N.P.C.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Catherine
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Goodwin, Larry, Ph.D.
President
Professor: Theology and Religious Studies
Ph.D. University of Chicago
M.A. University of Chicago
B.A. Bellarmine College

Graff, Dorothy, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Social Work
Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin
M.S.W. State University of New York at Stony Brook
B.S. Hofstra University

Graham, Father William C., Ph.D.
Professor: Catholic Studies
Director: Braegelman Catholic Studies Program
Ph.D. Fordham University
M.A. University of Notre Dame
M.A. St. John's University
B.A. University of St. Thomas

Gustafson, Lee, Ph.D., L.G.S.W.
Associate Professor: Social Work
Chair: Social Work
Ph.D. The University of Texas at Austin
M.S.S.W. The University of Texas at Austin
B.S.W. The University of Texas at Austin

Hagen, Patricia, Ph.D.
Professor: English
Director: Dignitas Program
Ph.D. University of Kansas
M.A. Western Illinois University
B.A. Virginia Commonwealth University

Halom, Julie, B.S., O.T.R./L.
Instructor: Occupational Therapy
B.S. University of Wisconsin, Madison

Hartl, Robert, M.A.
Associate Professor: Management
Chair: Management
Interim Dean: School of Business and Technology (Spring 2009)
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S. Michigan Technological University

Hauger, Angela, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Director: Gerontology Program
Ph.D. Washington University in St. Louis
M.A.Washington University in St. Louis
B.A. College of St. Benedict

Henkel-Johnson, Gerald, Psy.D., L.P.
Associate Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Chair: Psychology and Sociology
Psy.D. University of St. Thomas
M.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Hensley, Robert, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Ph.D. Iowa State University, Ames
M.A. University of Northern Iowa
B.A. University of Northern Iowa

Hinrichs, Jesse, Ed.D.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
Ed.D. Bethel University
M.A. University of St. Thomas
B.S. Winona State University

Hodapp, William, Ph.D.
Professor: English
Chair: English
Coordinator: Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Ph.D. The University of Iowa
M.A. Mankato State University
B.A. St. Mary's College

Hoelter, Laura, M.A., M.L.S.
Assistant Professor: Library
Cataloging/Systems Librarian
M.A. Luther Seminary
M.L.S. Kent State University
B.A. Oberlin College

Hoffman, Robert, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Management
Ph.D. Boston College
B.A. University ofWisconsin, Parkside

House, LeAnn, Ph.D.
Professor: Music
Chair: Music
Ph.D. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.A. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.M. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
B.Mus. Kansas State University

Hyndman, Susan, Ed.D., R.N.
Associate Professor: Non-traditional Nursing
Chair: Non-traditional Nursing
Ed.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.N. University of Kansas, Lawrence
B.A. Quincy University

Jeremiason, Tracy, M.S.W., L.G.S.W.
Instructor: Social Work
M.S.W. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. Concordia College, Moorhead

Johnson, Bret J.S., Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. Concordia College, Moorhead

Johnson, Diana, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Computer Science/Information Systems
Ph.D. Capella University
M.Ed. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Johnson, Dianne, M.A., A.P.R.N.-B.C., A.H.N.- B.C.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Johnson, Heidi, M.L.I.S., M.A.
Assistant Professor: Library
First Year/Information Literacy Librarian
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
M.L.I.S. Dominican University
B.A. Concordia College, Moorhead

Kahl, Meridel, M.Ed.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.Ed. Shippensburg State University
B.A. Augsburg College

Kelsey, Marie, Ph.D., M.L.S., R.H.I.A.
Professor: School of Education
Director: Educational Media and Technology Program
Ph.D. University of Wisconsin, Madison
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Madison
M.A. Bemidji State University
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S. Bemidji State University
B.A. Bemidji State University

Kessler, Diane, Ph.D.
Professor: Languages and International Studies
Chair: Languages and International Studies
Ph.D. University Laval
M.A. University Laval
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Keye, C. Neal, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: History, Politics and Culture
Ph.D. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.A. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
B.A. The College of the Holy Cross

Khan, Arshia, M.S.
Assistant Professor: Computer Science/Information Systems
M.S. Hofstra University
B.E. Osmania University

Khoury, Paul, M.B.A., C.P.A.
Assistant Professor: Management
M.B.A. Wright State University
B.A. Wittenberg University

Killough, George, Ph.D.
Professor: English
Ph.D. Ohio University
M.A. Ohio University
B.A. College of Wooster

Killough, Jane, D.P.T., P.T., G.C.S.
Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy
D.P.T. Simmons College
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
M.S. The Pennsylvania State University
B.A. Carleton College

King, Barbara, M.S.W.
Assistant Professor: History, Politics and Culture
Director: American Indian Studies
M.S.W. University of Utah
B.S. Brigham Young University

Kirk, Donna, M.Ed.
Instructor: Mathematics
M.Ed. City University
B.S. State University College

Kittelson, Jeffery, P.T., M.A, O.C.S.
Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Kosuth, Po-Lin Tong, M.F.A.
Associate Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
Program Coordinator: Art
M.F.A. University of Kansas
B.F.A. University of Kansas

Langason, Doreene, M.Ed.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.Ed. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. University of Dschang, Cameroon

LaTour, Kathleen, M.A., R.H.I.A., F.A.H.I.M.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
Chair: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
M.A. Central Michigan University
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Laughlin, Sister Monica, D.M.A.
Professor: Music
D.M.A. University of Southern California
M.Mus. Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester
B.Mus. University of Michigan

LaVigne, Beth, M.Ed.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.Ed. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. College of St. Benedict

LeBlanc, Madonna, M.A., R.H.I.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Leja, Ann, M.A., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
Chair: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S.N. University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

Liang, Hong-Ming, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: History, Politics and Culture
Ph.D. Washington University in St. Louis
M.A. Washington University in St. Louis
B.A. University of Wisconsin, Madison

Lindgren, Lori, M.S., R.N., C.F.N.P.
Instructor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S. University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
B.S. Winona State University

Lutz, Kathleen, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
Ph.D. Capella University
M.Ed. San Diego State University
B.S. San Diego State University

Mackin, R. Kevin, M.A., Ed.S.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point

Maki, Jennifer, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. Iowa State University
B.S. University of Wisconsin, Superior

Maki, Shirley Eichenwald, M.B.A., R.H.I.A., F.A.H.I.M.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
M.B.A. University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Business
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Mannetter, Drew, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Philosophy
Ph.D. University of Wisconsin, Madison
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Madison
B.A. University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point

Marden-Lokken, Sandra, M.A., P.T.
Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Mattson, SueAnne, M.A., R.N., A.N.P.
Instructor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

McGahey, Lawrence, Ph.D.
Dean: School of Sciences
Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. University of California, Berkeley
M.S. University of California, Berkeley
B.S. University of Notre Dame

McGrew,Kevin, M.Ed., M.A.
Assistant Professor: Library
Director: Library
M.Ed. The College of St. Scholastica
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Madison
B.A. Bethel College

McLaughlin, James, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Biology
Ph.D. University of Illinois
M.S. University of Illinois
B.A. Eastern Michigan University

McMahon, Siobhan, M.S.N., M.P.H., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Graduate Nursing
M.S.N. Marquette University
M.P.H. University of Illinois
B.S. Marquette University

Mehrotra, Chandra, Ph.D.
Dean of Special Projects
Part-Time Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Ph.D. Ohio State University
Diploma In Guidance Psychology: Allahabad
M.Ed. Gorakhpur University
B.S. Agra University

Miller, Catherine, D.N.P., R.N., C.N.P.
Assistant Professor: Graduate Nursing
D.N.P. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Modin, Kathy, M.A.
Visiting Instructor: Management
Director of Projects: School of Business and Technology
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Morgan, Thomas, D.A.
Associate Professor: Languages and International Studies
Director: Peace and Justice Center
D.A. Ohio State University
M.A. Ohio State University
B.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Nelson, Jon, Ph.D., P.T.
Professor: Physical Therapy
Ph.D. Medical College of Virginia
M.E. University of Toledo
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. Augsburg College

Nephew, Albert, Ph.D.
Professor: Philosophy
Post-Doctoral Study: Carnegie Institute of Philosophy
Ph.D. Marquette University
B.A. Gonzaga University

Nielsen, Joanne, M.S., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. Gustavus Adolphus College

Nielsen, Patricia, M.S., R.N., N.P.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
N.P. Regis University
M.S.Yale University
A.S. State University of NewYork, Syracuse
B.S. Eisenhower College

Niska, Sister Kathleen, Ph.D., R.N.
Associate Professor: Graduate Nursing
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.P.H. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S.N. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Nolan, Daniel, B.A.
Visiting Instructor: Languages and International Studies
B.A. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Oachs, Lezlie Hahn, M.A.
Part-Time Assistant Professor: School of Arts and Letters
Director: General Education
M.A. University of Kansas
B.A. Concordia College, Moorhead

Oachs, Pamela, M.A., R.H.I.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Ogston, Jena, Ph.D., P.T.
Associate Professor: Physical Therapy
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.P.T. Mayo School of Health Related Sciences
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Olsen, M. Jo, Ed.D., L.P., N.C.S.P.
Dean: School of Education
Associate Professor: School of Education
Ed.D. University of St.Thomas
M.S. University ofWisconsin, Superior
B.S. University ofWisconsin, Superior

Olson, Brandon, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Computer Science/Information Systems
Director: Computer Science/Information Systems Graduate Program
M.A. Webster University
B.S. St. Cloud State University

Ostovich, Steven, Ph.D.
Professor: Philosophy
Chair: Philosophy
Chair: Theology and Religious Studies
Ph.D. Marquette University
M.A. Marquette University
B.A. Marquette University

Ostrander, Tammy, Ph.D.
Dean: School of Arts and Letters
Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
Ph.D. University of Missouri, Columbia
M.A. Northeast Missouri State University
B.A. Northeast Missouri State University

Payne, Rachel, M.Ed.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
M.Ed. St. Mary's University
B.A.S. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.S. University of Rochester

Petersen, Karen, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Ph.D. University of Pittsburgh
M.S. University of Pittsburgh
B.A. Wellesley College

Pflug, Martin, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Languages and International Studies
Ph.D. University of Wisconsin, Madison
M.A. University of New Mexico
B.A. University of Wisconsin, Osh Kosh

Pilon, Jennifer, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Management
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.Acc. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Poole, Randall, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: History, Politics and Culture
Chair: History, Politics and Culture
Ph.D. University of Notre Dame
M.A. University of Notre Dame
A.B. Cornell University

Preus, Betty, Ed.D.
Associate Professor: School of Education
Ed.D. University of St. Thomas
M.S. Mankato State University
B.A. Luther College

Qson, Luther, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Mathematics
Chair: Mathematics
Ph.D. Montana State University, Bozeman
M.S. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
B.A. Concordia College, Moorhead

Raway, Sister Beverly, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
Ph.D. The Catholic University of America
M.S.N. The Catholic University of America
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Ren, Guanshen, Ph.D.
Professor: Mathematics
Ph.D. University of South Carolina, Columbia
M.A. Miami University, Ohio
B.A. Nanjing Normal University, China

Revoir, Richard, M.B.A., C.P.A.
Assistant Professor: Management
M.B.A. Arizona State University
C.P.A. Arizona
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Rich, Joan, M.L.S., R.N., P.H.N., L.S.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.L.S. University of Minnesota
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Riley, Elizabeth, M.S., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S. University of Phoenix
M.A. Marquette University
B.S. Marquette University
B.A. University of Minnesota

Robertson, Michelle, M.S.W., L.G.S.W.
Instructor: Social Work
Coordinator: Social Work Field Education
M.S.W. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Robinson, Michael, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. University of Illinois
M.S. University of Illinois
M.S. Boston University
B.S. Georgia Institute of Technology

Rosato, Jennifer, M.I.S.M.
Assistant Professor: Computer Science/Information Systems
M.I.S.M. Carnegie Mellon University
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Runnberg, Marcia, M.S.W., L.I.C.S.W.
Assistant Professor: Social Work
M.S.W. University of Minnesota
B.S. University of Minnesota

Rustad, Julie, M.L.I.S.
Assistant Professor: Library
Distance Education Librarian
M.L.I.S. University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
B.S. University ofWisconsin, Superior

Sandahl, Sheryl Scheer, D.N.P., R.N., C.N.P.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
D.N.P. Case Western Reserve University
M.S.N. Case Western Reserve University
M.P.H. University of Minnesota
B.S. St. Olaf College

Scherer, Anne, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Biology
Ph.D. Indiana University
M.S. University of North Dakota
B.S. Purdue University

Schifsky, John, Ph.D.
Professor: English
Ph.D. University of Iowa
M.A. University of Minnesota
B.A. St. John's University,Collegeville

Schroeder, Debra, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Psychology and Sociology
Director: Honors Program
Ph.D. Bowling Green State University
M.A. Bowling Green State University
B.S. Bowling Green State University

Schroeder, Sister Donna, Ph.D.
Part-Time Associate Professor: Biology
Ph.D. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.S. St. Mary's University
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Schuettler, David, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Languages and International Studies
Ph.D. Union Institute
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Madison
B.A. University of Wisconsin, Madison

Schwarze, Penny, Ph.D.
Professor: Music
Ph.D. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
M.A. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
B.A. Whitman College

Semmelroth, Debbie, M.A., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica
A.D.N. Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

Sheehan, Deborah, M.S., P.T., P.C.S.
Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy
M.S. University of Washington, Seattle
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Slettedahl, Shirley, M.S.A., M.S.N., R.N., C.N.A.A., B.C.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S.N. University of Phoenix
M.S. Central Michigan University
B.S. University of Virginia, Charlottesville

Smith, Edward, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Superior
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Snelling, Bradley, M.L.S.
Assistant Professor: Library
Periodical/Collection Development Librarian
M.L.S. Indiana University
B.A. University of Kansas

Spangler, Lynda, M.S., P.T.
Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy
M.S. University of Alabama in Birmingham
B.S. Albright College

Starkey, A. Denise, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Theology and Religious Studies
Ph.D. Loyola University, Chicago
M.A. Edgewood College
B.S. Edgewood College

Stein, Paul, Ph.D.
Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Chair: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. Duke University
B.S. Bethany College

Strough, Hal, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Athletic Training
Chair: Athletic Training
Ph.D. Purdue University
Ed.S. Eastern Kentucky University
M.S. Eastern Kentucky University
B.S. Central Michigan University

Surges, David, M.B.A.
Assistant Professor: Management
M.B.A. California State University
B.A. Loyola University of Los Angeles

Swanson, Karen, M.P.T., P.T., A.T.C., A.T.R.
Assistant Professor: Physical Therapy
M.P.T. Mayo School of Health Professions
M.A. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Swenson, David, Ph.D.
Professor: Management
Ph.D. University of Missouri
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
M.Ed. The College of St. Scholastica
M.A. Northeast Missouri State University
B.S. Northeast Missouri State University

Takkunen, Chery, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: School of Education
Chair: Graduate Programs in Education
Ph.D. Capella University
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Tanner, Mary, Ph.D., R.N.
Associate Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
M.S.E. University of Wisconsin, Superior
M.S.N. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Tanner, Valerie, M.Ed.
Assistant Professor: School of Education
Director: Ojibwe Language and Cultural Education Program
M.Ed. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.S. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks

Thoemke, Kara, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Biology
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Torborg, Sister Mary Josephine, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: School of Arts and Letters
Ph.D. Duquesne University
M.A. Duquesne University
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Trygstad, Timothy, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Chemistry and Physical Sciences
Ph.D. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.A. St. Olaf College

Tuttle, Sister Mary Jean, M.Ed.M.
Assistant Professor
M.Ed.M. University of North Dakota, Grand Forks
M.A. St. John's University
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Vaughan, Merry Renn, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Communication, Theatre and Art
Chair: Comunication, Theatre and Art
Director: Theatre
M.A. University of Wisconsin, Superior
B.F.A. University of Wisconsin, Superior

Vine, Ryan, M.F.A.
Assistant Professor: English
M.F.A. Emerson College
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Vosen, Elyse Carter, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor: Languages and International Studies
Director: The Interreligious Forum
Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
B.A. Carleton College

Walton, Douglas, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: Biology
Chair: Biology
Ph.D. Iowa State University
B.S.University of Minnesota

Wapola, Janelle, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Schoalstica

Warpeha, Joseph, M.A.
Assistant Professor: Exercise Physiology
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.S. Eckerd College

Wartman, Paul, F.N.P., R.N.
Assistant Professor: Undergraduate Nursing
M.S. University of Utah, Salt Lake City
B.S. Creighton University
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Watters, Amy, M.A., R.H.I.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
Director: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management Graduate Program
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Wattrus, Jane, M.S.
Instructor: Biology
M.S. University of North Texas
B.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

White, Todd, M.L.I.S.
Assistant Professor: Library
Reference/Digital Resources Librarian
M.S.I.S. Rosary College
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica
A.A. Brainerd Community College

Wise, Denise, Ph.D., P.T.
Associate Professor: Physical Therapy
Chair: Physical Therapy
Ph.D. Capella University
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

Witrak, Martha, Ph.D., R.N.
Dean: School of Nursing
Professor: School of Nursing
Ph.D. Syracuse University
M.S. University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
B.S. St. Olaf College

Young, Patricia, M.A.
Instructor: English
M.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth
B.A. University of Minnesota, Duluth

Yunis, Suzanne, Ph.D.
Associate Professor: English
Ph.D. Case Western Reserve University
M.A. Case Western Reserve University
M.L.S. Indiana University
B.A. Indiana University

Zelman, Thomas, Ph.D.
Professor: English
Ph.D. Indiana University
M.A. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
B.A. Rutgers University

Zeman, Vicki, M.A., R.H.I.A.
Assistant Professor: Healthcare Informatics and Information Management
Academic Coordinator of Professional Practice Experience
M.A. The College of St. Scholastica
B.A. The College of St. Scholastica

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Faculty Emeriti

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Anderson, Dennis, Ph.D.
Professor: History

Baxter, Sister Marguerite, M.A.
Associate Professor: Clinical Laboratory Science

Boo, Sister Mary Richard, Ph.D.
Professor: Languages and Literature

Braun, Sister Joan, Ph.D.
Professor: Humanities

Cahoon, Sister Mary Odile, Ph.D.
Professor: Biology

Gruskin, Shelley, B.Mus.
Artist in Residence: Music

Kumsha, Mary Jane, M.A.
Associate Professor: Library Science

Laughlin, Sister Monica, D.M.A.
Professor: Music

Maher, Sister Johnetta, M.Ed.
Associate Professor: Family & Consumer Sciences

McPherson, Catherine, Ph.D.
Professor: Religious Studies

Riehl, Sister Agatha, Ph.D.
Professor: Chemistry

Taylor, Cecelia, Ph.D.
Professor: Nursing

Winkelman, Winnifred, Ph.D.
Professor: History