Office of Admission - Marian University

Staff Maranda Abitz — Maranda Abitz
Title: Assistant Registrar
Email: mmabitz26@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.A & M.S.E

Maranda Abitz

Maranda Abitz, 2008 Marian graduate with a B.A. in Communication with an emphasis Public Relations. 2017 UW Oshkosh graduate with a M.S.E in Professional Counseling with an emphasis in Student Affairs and College Counseling. Currently working in the Registrar Office as a Support Specialist III. She’s been on the Alumni Board of Directors since May 2012, participating in the Golf Outing, Alumni Awards, and Scholarship committees.

Darlene Adelmeyer

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: daadelmeyer00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.
Strengths: College of the Professions, Nursing Department

Stacey Akey
Title: Vice President for Advancement (temporary leave of abesence)
Email: sakey@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: MS

Stacey Akey

As the hustle and bustle that accompanies the holiday season is quickly approaching, let me take a moment to extend my sincere appreciation and gratitude for your support of Marian University and the students we serve. As a graduate and beneficiary of the Marian experience, it is an honor and a privilege to serve in the role of Vice President for Institutional Partnerships and Interim Vice President for Advancement. I have been blessed by the opportunity to meet, engage, and be inspired by so many of you over the last quarter of a century. It is with passion and purpose that I pledge to help advance the legacy and mission under which we were founded by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes over eight decades ago.

On behalf of Marian’s students and alumni, let me thank you again for your support and generosity. Should you wish to connect with me personally, please don’t hesitate to contact me via phone (920.923.7652) or email.

Merle Alix
Title: Instructor/Writing Specialist
Email: malix09@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.

Sunil Appalaraju

Title: Database Applications Specialist
Email: scappalaraju@marianuniversity.edu

Sheryl Ayala
Title: Professor, Biology
Email: sayala@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ed.D.

Staff Jordan Baitinger — Jordan Baitinger
Title: Head Baseball Coach
Email: jlbaitinger16@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: MBA

Jordan Baitinger

Jordan Baitinger is an admission counselor for the School of Business and Public Safety and has more than three years of experience working with adult learners. Baitinger earned his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Phoenix while working full time and understands the demands of earning a degree while balancing all of life’s responsibilities. He is happy to share best practices and help students develop a customized academic and financial plan.

Baitinger lives in Appleton with his wife, Dayna, daughter, Rowan, and their Puggle, Tessa. Baitinger is also a volunteer assistant baseball coach at Marian specializing in outfield fungos.

Amanda Baker

Title: Human Resources Generalist
Email: ajbaker31@marianuniversity.edu

Brooke Balk

Title: Assistant Softball Coach
Email: bebalk53@marianuniversity.edu

Lexi Barlas

Major: Business Administration
Hometown: Arlington Heights, IL
Class Year: Sophomore

Debra Barrett

Title: Senior Assistant Registrar
Email: dabarrett08@marianuniversity.edu

Deborah Bartel

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Art
Email: dabartelt91@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.
Strengths: Achiever, Adaptability, Arranger, Communication, Developer

Coach Jason Bartelt — Jason Bartelt
Title: Director of Athletics
Email: jbartlet@marianiniversity.edu
Degree: B.A.

Jason Bartelt

Jason Bartelt has served as head coach of the Marian baseball program for more than 13 years, and has posted a career record of 226–247-1 in his first 12 seasons. Bartelt has been a part of four, twenty-win seasons in his tenure. He oversees all aspects of the baseball program and continues to extend the deep tradition of Marian University baseball.

Prior to Marian, Bartelt worked at Lakeland College, where he served as hitting/infield instructor for four seasons with the Muskies, the last two as a full-time assistant coach. Bartelt started his coaching career under former Muskie Head Coach John Weber after completing his playing career at Lakeland. The two-time All-LMC shortstop wrapped up his collegiate career in the top five of almost every category in the Muskies record book.

Bartelt graduated from Lakeland College with a degree in Exercise Science and Secondary Education with an emphasis in Biology.

He and his wife, Ann, and sons, Casey and Carter, currently reside in Fond du Lac.

Kelsey Beine
Title: Math & Science Learning Specialist
Email: kkbeine80@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Peni beine — Peni Beine
Title: Support Specialist III - Student Employment Coordinator
Email: pabeine77@marianuniversity.edu

Peni Beine

Peni Beine serves as a support specialist in the Working Families Grant Program. Prior to this role, she was the System Specialist and Student Employment Coordinator in the Office of Financial Aid, and served in the role of Administrative Support Professional in the Music Department, Office of Student Life, and School of Education.

Beine puts the student first and does all she can to assist Marian students to make their experience exceptional.

Beine has served on many committees at Marian and formerly served as the chair of the Staff Senate Recognition and Awards committee. She embraces the core values of Marian University and has recently become an associate member of CSA. Beine is the proud parent of a two-time Marian graduate. In her spare time, she enjoys helping with her husband’s business and sewing.

Peggy Bellin

Degree: Nursing

Carol Benson

Title: Student Services Coordinator
Email: clbenson78@marianuniversity.edu

Matthew Berger

Title: Assistant Coach Men's Hockey
Email: miberger18@marianuniversity.edu

Carlene Berner-Milner

Title: Nursing Lab Instructor
Email: ckberner60@marianuniversity.edu

Mary Bernier

Title: Graphic Services and Mailroom Coordinator
Email: mfbernier35@marianuniversity.edu

Tanya Biessman

Title: Business Office Assistant
Email: tlbiessman21@marianuniversity.edu

Staff Bianca Birschbach — Bianca Birschbach
Title: Interim Registrar
Email: bybirschbach76@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: BBA

Student mentor Ashley Black — Ashley Black
Major: Sonography/Radiological Technology
Hometown: Seymour, WI
Class Year: Junior

Brandon Bodart

Title: Director of Athletic Communications
Email: blbodart99@marianuniversity.edu

Professor Pat Boelhower — Patricia Boelhower
Title: Adjunct Instructor, History
Email: pboelhower@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.
Strengths: Learner, Achiever, Adaptability, Arranger, Activator

Patricia Boelhower

Patricia Boelhower earned a Master of Arts in teacher development and Bachelor of Arts in history from Marian University.

Vincent Bohn

Title: Assistant Head Men's Hockey Coach
Email: vnbohn47@marianuniversity.edu

Susan Bornstein Forst — Susan Bornstein-Forst
Title: Professor, Biology
Email: sbornsteinforst@marianuniverstiy.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Susan Bornstein-Forst

Dr. Susan Bornstein-Forst came to Wisconsin in 1991 after completing NIH supported post-doctoral research at Sloan Kettering Memorial Hospital in New York City. Since her initial appointment at Marian University, Dr. Bornstein-Forst has pioneered more than 25 new courses and programming in biology. She has a strong track record of structured mentorship and has devoted her career to undergraduate research in applied microbiology. Her teaching pedagogy is based upon an inquiry-to-application approach using student-active learning. As a professor, she teaches upper level courses such as Bacteriology and Immunology, and typically provides pre-service training for 4-8 students/semester in her laboratory throughout the year. Dr. Bornstein-Forst has been awarded more than $3 million in federal grant funding including two grants from the National Institute for Health for research on microbial source tracking and for two TRiO programs supporting student achievement. From 2007-2012, Dr. Bornstein-Forst served as the principle investigator and Director of the first TRiO program at Marian, named the Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program. Dr. Bornstein-Forst served as McNair Scholars Program Director from 2007-2012 and was the principle investigator on Marian’s first Upward Bound Math Science grant. Most recently, she was awarded two grants for a Bridge to Success workshop that provides pre-professional training to Fond du Lac area women. Dr. Bornstein-Forst is a recognized mentor for the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), the Society for Applied Microbiology (SfAM) and for the Society for Invertebrate Pathology (SIP). Many students who are trained at Marian receive fellowships from ASM and SfAM. These students have presented their findings on microbial contamination of food and water at international conferences in the U.S. and abroad. Dr. Bornstein-Forst has developed extensive academic-community partnerships with companies such as Monsanto, Miller Brewing, and Johnsonville Sausage, as well as with other academic institutions, including the Milwaukee School of Engineering, Marquette University, and Michigan State University. Many Marian students are participants in a National Science Foundation program for Connecting Researchers, Educators, Students, and Teachers (CREST) in which students learn how to build and use protein models. As an educator, administrator and researcher, Dr. Bornstein-Forst strives for the highest level of academic performance for her students and herself.

Mark Boyle
Title: Head Men's Basketball Coach, Athletic Academic Advisor & Resident Life Liaison
Email: mboyle@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Mark Boyle

Mark Boyle holds a Master of Science in Special Education and a Bachelor of Science in Education, both from the University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire.

Jessica Brandt

Title: Assistant Professor, Biology
Email: jrbrandt10@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Staff Karla Breister — Karla Breister
Title: TRIO - Outreach & Retention Specialist
Email: kjbreister98@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.E.

Karla Breister

Karla Breister is the Outreach and Retention Specialist for the TRIO/SSS program at Marian University.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and a Master of Arts degree in Educational Technology from Marian University. She began her career at The Reporter/Gannett Wisconsin Media and then entered the non-profit world, serving as the Marketing & Membership Director of the Fond du Lac YMCA and then as Program Director for Solutions Center Shelter & Support Services.

A lifelong Fond du Lac resident, she is thrilled to have the opportunity to serve Marian University and its students. Karla and her husband, Terry, have one son. In addition to spending time with her family, Karla enjoys being crafty.

Bryan Brown

Title: Coordinator of Safety and Security
Email: btbrown17@marianuniversity.edu

Bryan Burgert

Title: Assistant Men's Baseball Coach
Email: bburgert@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.B.A.

Gigi Burnett
Title: Assistant to the Dean
Email: gburnett@marianuniversity.edu

Jerry Burns
Title: Professor, English Department
Email: jburns@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Kate Candee
Title: Vice President for Student Life & Dean of Students
Email: KCandee@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Kate Candee

Kate Candee currently serves as the Vice President of Student Engagement at Marian University. She has served as the Executive Director of the Office of Learning, Engagement and Retention and was the Principal Investigator/Project Director for the Department of Education Title III grant. Prior to this, she served as the Director of the Sport and Recreation Management program with the Marian University Business Division and Special Assistant to the President for Fitness and Wellness. Candee was also the Assistant Director of the Student Support Center working with the Community Involvement Program, Co-op/Internship Program and Career Services. In the early 90s, Candee was also involved with the Marian Adult Accelerated Program as Coordinator of Program Services.

She began her business career with A.C. Nielsen, the world’s leading supplier of consumer marketing research information, as a Senior Supervisor. She is also an Associate with the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes.

Jeff Carew

Student Autumn Carlson — Autumn Carlson
Major: Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Hometown: Salem, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Professor Moreen Carvan — Moreen Carvan
Title: Director of Institutional Effectiveness
Email: mkcaravan31@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ed.D.

Moreen Carvan

Dr. Moreen Carvan is Marian University’s Director of Institutional Effectiveness. She earned her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Cincinnati, with a specialization in educational research and change, her Master of Science degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Texas A&M University, and earned her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education at the University of Texas at El Paso.

In the course of her career, Dr. Carvan has worked in two state departments of education (Ohio and Wisconsin), and has served on the faculty of the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, the University of Rhode Island, and Marian University. Most recently, Dr. Carvan served as an academic planner at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, leading the design and implementation of the university’s innovative Professional Educator Development program.

Dr. Carvan’s master’s thesis was awarded the National Association of Research in Science Teaching Master’s Thesis Award for 1994, the first year in which the award was granted. Her doctoral research informed policy decisions regarding the systemic change initiatives of the National Science Foundation. She has testified before the National Academies of Science as an expert in assessment in education, and presented at the annual conferences of the American Education Research Association, the National Association for Research in Science Teaching, and the American Association of Colleges of Teacher Education.

Michael Castor

Title: Database Applications Specialist
Email: mrcastor33@marianuniversity.edu

Kelly Chaney
Title: Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
Email: kachaney01@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Tammy Chapin

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing/Nursing Learning Specialist
Email: tmchapin82@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Ann Chapman-Narten

Title: Academic Success Coordinator
Email: anchapmannarten51@marianuniversity.edu

Student Abbey Chisnell — Abbey Chisnell
Major: Education & Math
Hometown: Markesan, WI
Class Year: 2017

Tami Christian

Degree: Organizational Leadership and Quality, Business Administration

Mike Cloherty

Sr Edie Crews — Sr. Edie Crews
Title: Director of Campus Ministry
Email: eacrews27@marianuniversity.edu

Student Katy Croeker — Katy Croeker
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Joe Cross — Joseph Cross
Title: Reference/Instructional Services Librarian/Instructor (Masters)
Email: jacross56@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.A., M.I.L.S.

Anthony Dallmann-Jones

Title: Professor
Email: adallmanjones@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

George De Augustino

Title: Assistant Coach Women's Soccer
Email: gvdeaugustino27@marianuniversity.edu

Ernie DiDomizio

Drake Diener

Title: Head Coach, Men's Basketball
Email: drdiener33@marianuniversity.edu

Faculty W Alan Dixon — W. Alan Dixon
Title: Associate Professor, Business
Email: wadixon33@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Michael Doherty
Title: Associate Professor, Information Technology
Email: mdoherty@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Jennifer Draves

Title: Payroll Accountant
Email: jadraves00@marianuniversity.edu

Tony Draves
Title: Head Women's Softball Coach
Email: tdraves32@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Teri Durkin
Title: Academic Advisor; EXCEL, Medical Imaging, and Undeclared Programs
Email: tadurkin33@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.Ed.

Paul Eggers
Title: Vice President for Enrollment Management
Email: pmeggers68@marianuniversity.edu

Jen Farvour — Jennifer Farvour
Title: Dean of Student Success
Email: Jkfarvour37@marianuniversity.edu

Allyssa Langenfeld — Nicole Feider
Major: Biology/Pre-Med
Hometown: Adell, WI
Class Year: 2018

Margaret Fields
Title: NRSC Instructor
Email: mjfield@marianuniversity.edu

Student Fields — Sarah Fields
Major: Social Work
Hometown: Lake Geneva, WI
Class Year: Senior

Student Adrienne Fischer — Adrienne Fischer
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Appleton, WI
Class Year: Junior

Christopher Frederickson

Title: Club Hockey - Men's
Email: cjfrederickson29@marianuniversity.edu

Heidi Frederickson

Major: Special Education, Elementary, Middle
Hometown: Oshkosh, WI
Class Year: Junior

Heidi Frederickson

Major: Elementary/Middle Education and Special Education
Hometown: Oshkosh, WI

Sharon Freund
Title: Support Specialist III – Office of the President
Email: Sfreund@marianuniversity.edu

Sue Fuerbringer — Susan Fuerbringer
Title: Director, Excel and Undeclared Programs
Email: srfuerbringer74@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Victoria Gack

Title: Associate Director of Financial Aid
Email: vsgack36@marianuniversity.edu

Carey Gardin
Title: Executive Assistant to the President
Email: CGardin@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: R.S.A.

Carey Gardin

Carey Gardin has served Marian University since September 1987 by providing comprehensive administrative support to the President and managing the Office of the President. A member of the President’s Cabinet, she serves as Secretary to the Board of Trustees. Gardin earned her R.S.A. degree from Angus College, Scotland.

Michael Garvey
Title: Assistant Professor, Chemistry and Physics
Email: mtgarvey04@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Michael Garvey

Professor Michael Garvey received his Ph.D. in physical chemistry from UW-Milwaukee, where he worked under the guidance of Prof. Wilfred Tysoe. He earned his B.S. degree at UW-Oshkosh, where he majored in chemistry and physics. He joined the Marian community in 2016 and he regularly teaches general physics courses and physical chemistry, and this year he began co-directing the Honors Program. He is currently seeking collaborative research opportunities in which he can apply and expand his computational modeling expertise, and at home he enjoys trying to teach his daughters science. He has contributed to 19 peer-reviewed articles in journals including Nature Communications, The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, Journal of Physics: Condensed Matter, Tribology Letters, and The Journal of Physical Chemistry C.

Sarah Garvey
Title: Assistant Professor, Chemistry
Email: slgarvey00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Sarah Garvey

Professor Sarah L. Garvey received her Ph.D. in analytical chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee working under the supervision of Prof. Mark Dietz. She joined Marian University in 2014, is currently an Assistant Professor and is excited to teach the general chemistry sequence; general, organic, and biochemistry, analytical chemistry, and instrumental analysis courses. Dr. Garvey earned her B.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh and performed undergraduate research in the lab of Prof. Charles Gibson. Dr. Garvey is interested in investigating the use of ionic-liquids in an array of applications such as dye extraction from wastewater, use as lubricants in the study of tribology, or metal ion extraction from radioactive waste. She is a member of the American Chemical Society (ACS) and actively involved with the local chapter (Northeast Wisconsin – ACS) as an executive committee member. She has published 12 peer-reviewed articles in journals including *Journal of Chemical Education*, *Talanta*, Separation and Purification Technology, Separation Science Technology and *Industrial & Engineering Chemistry Research*.

Zachary Gaynor

Title: Interim Head Coach Men's Hockey
Email: zmgaynor66@marianuniversity.edu

Susan Gius — Sue Gius
Title: Support Specialist III
Email: SGius@marianuniversity.edu

Thomas Glomski

Title: Head Coach, Men's ACHA Division III Club Hockey
Email: tjglomski29@marianuniversity.edu

Jan Graunke

Title: Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator
Email: jcgraunke50@marianuniversity.edu

James Gray

Title: Associate Professor, Sport and Recreation Management
Email: jtgray75@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: J.D.

Student Angela Grebenor — Angela Grebenor
Major: Social Work
Hometown: Orland Park, IL
Class Year: Sophomore

Bradley Greenwood

Title: Networking Communications Specialist I
Email: bcgreenwood00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Student Mariah Grosbeier — Mariah Grosbeier
Major: Exercise Sport Science
Hometown: Algoma, WI
Class Year: Junior

Mary Gross
Title: Associate Professor, History
Email: mgross@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Alyssa Gruett

Email: ajgruett37@marianuniversity.edu

Dawn Guell

Title: Associate Vice President & Controller
Email: dmguell22@marianuniversity.edu

Staff Karen Gundert — Karen Gundert
Title: Senior Accountant
Email: Kgundert@marianuniversity.edu

Karen Gundert

Karen Gundert holds an American Payroll Institute Payroll Certification.

John Hammond

Title: Assistant Professor, Biology
Email: jihammond08@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Scott Hansen

Title: Marketing Content Writer
Email: smhansen45@marianuniversity.edu

Student Tilly Hartmann — Tilly Hartmann
Major: Biology
Hometown: Campbellsport, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Jody Harzell — Jody Hartzell
Title: Director of Transfer Enrollment
Email: JHartzell@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Jody Hartzell

Jody Hartzell earned a Bachelor’s degree in Geography from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. Hartzell worked in Marian’s Office of Admission from 1989-1995. She returned to Marian in 2000 as the Director of Transfer Admission and has had the pleasure of working with many transfer, readmit and international students and their families.

Mary Hatlen
Title: Director, Career Services and Adjunct, Communication
Email: Mhatlen@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: MSOLQ

Toni Hefter

Title: Nursing Skills Lab Instructor
Email: tlhefter41@marianuniversity.edu

Cassidy Heitter

Major: Social Work
Hometown: Pecatonica, IL

Faculty member Amy Hennings — Amy Hennings
Title: Associate Professor, Psychology
Email: alhennings55@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Amy Hennings

Currently the chair of the Marian Psychology Program and a member of Marian’s Social, Behavioral, and Forensic Sciences Department, Dr. Amy Hennings arrived at the school in 2007 and is an Associate Professor in Psychology. She annually travels to the Midwestern Psychological Association Conference in Chicago with Marian students and her research focus is on retention and success of high-risk first-generation college students. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from UW-Eau Claire, her Master of Arts degree in Counseling from Saint Mary’s University Minnesota, and her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Psychology from Walden University Minnesota. She has worked in the field of psychology and human services for more than 20 years and additionally researches trauma informed and resilience building practices to serve survivors of trauma. Her human services experience includes working with children, adolescents, women, and families, who struggled with surviving trauma, mental health issues, chemical dependency, and domestic violence. She still works in a clinical supervisory role with a local foster care agency.

staff Jonathan Hetzel — Jonathan Hetzel
Title: Financial Success Coordinator
Email: jghetzel27@marianuniversity.edu

Wendy Hilvo

Title: Director of Financial Aid
Email: wahilvo37@marianuniversity.edu

Chuentao Ho
Title: Certified Athletic Trainer
Email: cho65@marianuniversity.edu

Agnes Hoitink

Title: General Accountant
Email: amhoitink50@marianuniversity.edu

Kandi Holmes

Major: Nursing
Hometown: Zion, IL
Class Year: Sophomore

MaKenna Horness

Major: Social Work
Hometown: Plymouth, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Student mentor Grace Howe — Grace Howe
Major: Psychology
Hometown: Romeoville, IL
Class Year: Junior

Katie Hughes

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: kmhughes65@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: D.N.P.

Pat Immel
Title: Administrative Coordinator
Email: PImmel@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: A.S.

Pat Immel

Pat Immel has served at Marian for more than 15 years. She earned an associate’s degree from Moraine Park Technical College.

A Fond du Lac native, Immel enjoys spending time with her three children and twin grandsons, landscaping, do-it-yourself home projects, and quilting.

Leslie Jaber Wilson — Leslie Jaber-Wilson
Title: Professor, Social Work
Email: lejaberwilson02@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: D.S.W.

Leslie Jaber-Wilson

As a Professor in the Social, Behavioral and Forensic Science Department’s Social Work Program Leslie Jaber-Wilson teaches throughout the curriculum and serves as an academic advisor, while also serving as director of the social work program. She previously worked as a social worker and social work administrator in the areas of foster care, child welfare, and community mental health in Washington, Colorado and Wisconsin, and her research and professional presentations focus on foster care, mental health, and social work education. She continues to work in the field as the Executive Director of a private foster care agency and serves on the Executive Board of the Wisconsin Council on Social Work Education. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Washington and her Doctorate in Social Work from Aurora University.

Brian Joachim
Title: Assistant Professor, Radiological Technology
Email: bwjoachim03@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Brian Joachim

Prior to his career in education Brian Joachim was employed as a cardiovascular-interventional radiologic technologist, assisting with vascular and nonvascular interventional and therapeutic procedures, both emergent and non-emergent. He was an active participant in included, but not limited to, angioplasty (both cardiac and non-cardiac), stenting (both cardiac and non-cardiac), thrombolysis (both cardiac and non-cardiac), embolization, insertion of central venous access devices, insertion of inferior vena cava filters, biopsies and pain management procedures. As service to the profession of medical imaging, Joachim voluntarily serves as the Program Chairperson for the Wisconsin Association of Educators in Radiologic Technology (WAERT) Student Symposium that occurs yearly in April. It has provided Mr. Joachim the opportunity to network with his fellow Wisconsin educators along with the pleasure of interacting with individuals from across the U.S. that are highly respected in the radiologic sciences.

Alan Johnson
Title: Assistant Professor, Criminal Justice
Email: arjohnson52@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: J.D.

Alan Johnson

Professor Alan Johnson, J.D. is the Director of the Criminal Justice and Homeland Security programs, having begun teaching courses at Marian in 2004 and becoming a full-time faculty member in 2014. A retired Milwaukee Police Lieutenant with 26 years of service, he enjoys using his real-world experience to explain the criminal justice system in ways that make the theoretical and practical work together. He believes students understand lessons and apply them to their professional exploits better if they understand the nuances and reasons behind their actions. Having attended a technical college himself and transferring to Marquette University to complete his degree in Criminal Justice and his law degree, Johnson has a strong understanding of the challenges students face in balancing their personal lives, families, education, and employment. He assists students with their journey as a student advisor and mentor.

Diana Johnson
Title: Assistant Professor, Forensic Science
Email: dgjohnson99@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Diana Johnson

Diana G. Johnson is the Director of the Forensic Science Program. She has taught at Marian University since 2015. She holds an M.S. in Entomology from Washington State University (Pullman, WA) and a B.S. in Biology from The College of New Jersey (Ewing, NJ). Before moving to Wisconsin, Diana worked for the New Jersey State Police Office of Forensic Sciences in the Forensic Serology Section (2003-2011). Her main areas of interest are forensic serology and forensic entomology.

Jordan Johnson
Title: Admission Counselor
Email: jrjohnson68@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Faculty Philip Johnson — Philip Johnson
Title: Instructor, Education
Email: prjohnson91@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Philip Johnson

Phil Johnson teaches introductory education courses to undergraduate and graduate students, as well as working with student teachers. He has spent 33 years working in the K-12 educational system, including nine as a teacher and 24 years as a Principal and Director of Elementary Education, working in Private and Public education as well as Public Charter Schools. He earned his Bachelor’s in Elementary Education from UW-Eau Claire and his Master’s Degree in Educational Administration from UW-Madison. He loves to share his passion for education and stresses the importance of forming relationships with his students. Johnson enjoys spending time with his family, including his wife, children, and granddaughter.

Sabrina Johnson
Title: Director of Human Resources
Email: sjjohnson41@marianuniversity.edu

Michele Keifenheim
Title: Circulation/Interlibrary Loan Coordinator
Email: mjkeifenheim00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Sarah Kelnhofer

Title: User Services Manager
Email: sskelnhofer34@marianuniversity.edu

Lisa Kidd

Title: Assistant Vice President for Marketing and Communications
Email: llkidd60@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.E.

Ciara Kidder

Title: Assistant Professor, Psychology
Email: ckkidder08@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Katie Kittleson

Title: Certified Athletic Trainer
Email: kdkittleson51@marianuniversity.edu

Jamie Kivi

Title: Head Women's Hockey Coach
Email: jlkivi93@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S., M.S.

Professor Terena Kleckner — Terena Kleckner
Title: Director of Academic Services
Email: tkleckner@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.Ed.

Mary Klein — Mary Claire Klein
Title: Professor, Communication
Email: mklein@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ed.D.

Mary Claire Klein

Heaving earned a BSE, cum laude, from UW-Whitewater and an MA in Theology from the University of Notre Dame with an emphasis in liturgy, Mary Claire Klein, EdD, now serves as Marian’s Communication program director and Leadership program director. She completed an MS, summa cum laude, in Organizational Communication at UW-Whitewater, and her doctorate in Education from Cardinal Stritch University is in the area of leadership for the advancement of learning and service. Her research emphasis is in leadership in non-profit organizations, and she was named the 1999-2000 recipient of the Underkofler Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching award. She was also the recipient of the Excellence in Academic Advising award in May 2010 and the 2016 WACADA Faculty Excellence in Academic Advising award. She is a member of the Lakeshore Chorale and plays guitar, piano, and knits. She lives near the shores of Lake Michigan in Cleveland, Wisc., where she practices sustainable landscaping for natural bird habitat.

Deb Kneser — Debra Kneser
Title: Assistant Professor (Doctorate)
Email: dmkneser65@marianuniversity.edu

Kathy Koch

Title: Reference Librarian
Email: kjkoch00@marianuniversity.edu

Sarah Koenigs

Title: Operations and Outreach Coordinator
Email: smkoenigs67@marianuniversity.edu

Staff Sue Koepsell — Susan Koepsell
Title: Senior Accountant/Office Manager
Email: skoepsell@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: A.A.S.

Student mentor Hannah Koniar — Hannah Koniar
Major: Biology/Pre Physical Theraphy
Hometown: Milwaukee, WI
Class Year: Junior

George Koonce
Title: Senior Vice President for University Relations
Email: gkoonce@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: PhD

Casey Korb

Title: Graduate Assistant, Women's Lacrosse
Email: ckorb56@marianuniversity.edu

Greta Kostac
Title: Associate Professor (Doctorate)
Email: gmkostac@marianuniversity.edu

Jason Kowalski

Title: Assistant Professor, Chemistry
Email: jmkowalski06@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Brant Kraemer

Title: Academic Technology Support Specialist
Email: bckraemer39@marianuniversity.edu

Mike Kristmann

Title: Alumni Board Vice President

Kourtney Krohn
Title: Admission Counselor
Email: kjkrohn68@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Linda Krueger

Title: Assistant Professor, Mathematics
Email: lkkrueger64@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Severa Krueger
Title: Assistant Dean of Student Life & Engagement/Director of Residence Life
Email: smkrueger36@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Christina Kubasta

Title: Associate Professor, English
Email: ckkubasta60@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.F.A.

Andrew Kukec

Title: Instructor/Assistant Director of Thanatology
Email: ajkukec62@marianuniversity.edu

Ron LaBorde

Title: Associate Professor, Mathematics
Email: Rlaborde@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Shannon LaLuzerne
Title: Dean of Admission
Email: SLaLuzerne@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Shannon LaLuzerne

Shannon LaLuzerne is a two time graduate of Marian University, and serves as the Dean of Admission and brings more than 20 years of experience in working in admission and recruitment.

LaLuzerne has worked with and coordinated the College Seminar Tour for more than 15 years and has been a part of the Wisconsin Association of College Admission Counseling (WACAC) as a past President and a Professional Development Chair.

Christine Laurent

Title: Associate Professor, Nursing
Email: cplaurent58@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Robert Leary

Title: Head Coach, Men's Lacrosse
Email: rtleary31@marianuniversity.edu

David Leichter
Title: Associate Professor, Philosophy
Email: djleichter24@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

David Leichter

David J. Leichter is chair of the Department of the Humanities and the director of the philosophy program and the social justice program. He joined the Marian community in Fall 2013 after receiving his PhD from Marquette University and MA from Northern Illinois University. While at Marian he has taught courses in Bioethics, Existentialism, the Philosophy of Love and Friendship, Monuments and Memory, and the Philosophy of Food. In addition to teaching he has published several articles on the relationship between food and memory, the philosophical significance of graphic novels, and the importance of narrative ethics for medical practice. When not working, he spends his time cooking while listening to records from his ever-growing LP collection.

Ronald Lewis

Title: Instructor, Criminal Justice
Email: rlewis@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Joe Linder
Title: Director of Administrative Computing
Email: jalinder@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: BBA

Megan Liptow
Title: Director of Freshman Admission
Email: mliptow@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.

Megan Liptow

Megan graduated with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh and earned a Master of Arts in Higher Education Counseling in 2008 from Lakeland College. She has the pleasure of working with students and families from the Fox Valley region and introducing them to all that Marian and Fond du Lac have to offer.

Megan greatly enjoys working with students and having the opportunity to be a part of their pivotal years as they continue to grow, mature, graduate, and head into the job market.

In her free time, Megan enjoys attending Fond du Lac’s Walleye Weekend and Race the Lake, as well as dining at Backyard Grill.

Jessica Little
Title: Assistant Professor
Email: jalittle82@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Juilet Lockwood — Juliet Lockwood
Title: Director of First Year Student Success
Email: Jvlockwood49@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Juliet Lockwood

Juliet Durdin earned a Master of Science in Higher Education from Drexel University and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Northwestern Illinois University.

Rachel Loduha

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: reloduha17@marianuniversity.edy
Degree: M.S.N.

Student Peyton Loesch — Peyton Loesch
Major: Middle Secondary Education
Hometown: Bolingbrook, IL
Class Year: Sophomore

Student mentor Rebecca Loresch — Rebecca Loresch
Major: Healthcare Administration
Hometown: Green Bay, WI
Class Year: Senior

Student Naomi Lueddecke — Naomi Lueddecke
Major: Elementary Middle Education and Special Education
Hometown: Appleton, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Melissa Luedtke
Title: Project Director, SSS
Email: mjluedtke22@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Melissa Luedtke

Melissa Luedtke earned her Master of Science degree is in Counseling in the College Student Personnel track from Minnesota State University Mankato (formerly Mankato State University); is certified as a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) through coursework at the University of Wisconsin Madison; and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Bemidji State University.

She has fourteen years of professional experience within a variety of areas of Student Affairs. The majority of those years have been in the UW system working in admissions, academic advising, financial aid, student orientation, registration, retention, residence life, student leadership development and outdoor adventure programs.

Qinqhua Luo — Qinghua Luo
Title: Assistant Professor
Email: qluo93@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Brian Lydeen
Title: Associate Professor
Email: blydeen@marianuniversity.edu

Alexis Lynn

Title: Assistant Women's Softball Coach
Email: aklynn05@marianuniversity.edu

Student Mahl — Stephanie Mahl
Major: Healthcare Administration
Hometown: Markesan, WI
Class Year: Senior

Michelle Majewski

Title: Acting President
Email: mmajewski@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Psy.D.

William Mangan
Title: Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs
Email: wtmangan48@marianuniversity.edu

Elizabeth Manser Payne
Title: Assistant Professor
Email: ehmanserpayne68@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: MBA

Faculty Polly Manske — Polly Manske
Title: Assistant Professor, Education
Email: pkmanske52@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.E.

Chris Martin
Title: Director of Institutional Partnership & Interim Adult and Online Studies Recruiter
Email: CMartin@marianuniversity.edu

Student mentor Connor Martin — Connor Martin
Major: English Education and Middle/Secondary Education
Hometown: Owatonna, MN
Class Year: Senior

Tracey Marx

Title: Director of Adult and Online Studies
Email: TMarx@marianuniversity.edu

Lucy Ann Muabe

Title: Support Specialist III - HRIS and Benefits
Email: lnmuabe39@marianuniversity.edu

Corine McCarthy

Title: Academic Success Coordinator
Email: cmccarthy32@marianuniversity.edu

Janet McCord
Title: Professor, Thanatology
Email: jsmccord12@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Janet McCord

Professor Janet McCord holds a Master of Arts from Andover Newton Theological School and a Doctor of Philosophy from Boston University. She is a Fellow in Thanatology, a credential awarded by the Association for Death Education and Counseling, a professional association for which she is also a Past President. Currently she is the Chair of the Edwin S. Shneidman Department of Thanatology. Under the direct supervision of Holocaust survivor and Nobel Peace Prize winner Elie Wiesel, and UCLA Professor Emeritus Dr. Edwin S. Shneidman, she focused her doctoral dissertation on Holocaust survivor writers who killed themselves after the war, utilizing psychological pain theories of Dr. Shneidman to conduct literary psychological autopsies. Her doctoral work and her two mentors inspired her career trajectory as a lifelong suicidologist and thanatologist. She is certified as a Psychological Autopsy Investigator by the American Association of Suicidology and has served as a field researcher for two large psychological autopsy projects. Her scholarship focuses on suicidology, general thanatology, and resilience in formerly abducted children in developing countries.

Staff Tyler McLaughlin — Tyler McLaughlin
Title: Athletic Recruiting Liaison
Email: tdmclaughlin59@marianuniversity.edu

Faculty Paul Menard — Paul Menard
Title: Director of Teacher Education
Email: pamenard37@marianuniversity.edu

Student mentor Jennifer Menke — Jennifer Menke
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Brookfield, WI
Class Year: Junior

Angela Mies
Title: Graphic Designer
Email: AMies@marianuniversity.edu

Angela Mies

Angie Mies has worked at Marian for over 15 years as the official Graphic Designer. The office names have changed, but her role has remained the same!

She enjoys gardening, hiking, reading, and eating an occasional sub sandwich.

Keegan Miller

Title: Assistant Men's Soccer Coach
Email: kjmiller37@marianuniversity.edu

Tabitha Miller
Title: Assistant Professor, Radiologic Technology
Email: tamiller25@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Tabitha Miller

Tabitha Miller earned a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology and Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Quality from Marian University before earning a Certificate in Radiologic Technology from Affinity School of Radiology-Oshkosh. She is the Clinical Coordinator and instructor for patient care, anatomy and physiology, radiographic positioning, radiographic image analysis, and ethics in medical imaging for the Undergraduate- Radiologic Technology Program. She came to Marian with 10 years of experience as a registered/licensed Radiologic Technologist, where she performed radiographic exams in general diagnostic radiography, fluoroscopy, surgical procedures, acute care units, as well as computed tomography.

Garry Moise
Title: Program Director, UBMS
Email: GMoise@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Garry Moise

Garry Moïse is a two-time graduate of Marian University, and earned his Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Quality and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with majors in Marketing and General Management. In addition, Moïse earned an Associate’s Degree in Quality Management from Fox Valley Technical College

With UBMS, Moïse works to help local high school students recognize that a post-secondary education really matters. Moïse’s ultimate goal is to assist them in getting the essential preparation to continue their education and eventually begin their journey to a successful and productive professional career.

Prior to serving as the director of the UBMS program, Moïse worked for Marian University’s McNair Scholars Program for five academic years. During that time, he planned and organized recruitment activities, graduate school visits, research presentations, along with many other marketing initiatives. In addition, he contributed to grant writing processes, prepared annual budgets, developed financial reports, and disseminated program news and information to both internal and external community members.

Moïse’s previous professional experiences also include multi-lingual sales and customer support, personal selling, as well as production/quality control management. Additionally, he has always enjoyed the opportunity to mentor young people, and has worked as a Church youth director, community youth advisor, vocal group leader, and foreign language instructor.

Moïse is a fluent speaker of Haitian Creole, French, and English.

Though originally from Fermathe, Haiti, Moïse lives in Fond du Lac with his wife, Claudia, and their son, Phillip.

Jacqueline Moore
Title: Coordinator of Enrollment Operations
Email: jlmoore03@marianuniversity.edu

Jacqueline Moore

Jackie earned her Radiography degree from Moraine Park Technical College in 2013, but decided to make a career change a few years later which led her to Marian University. She serves as the Coordinator of Enrollment Operations for Undergraduate Admission. Her main focuses are to process freshman and transfer applications, and maintain documentation in related databases. Jackie brings 15+ years of administrative experience to the team, many new ideas, and an excessive amount of organizational skills. She’s dedicated to ensuring processes at Marian are student-centered, and excited to be a part of helping new students as they embark on their college journey.

John Morris

Title: Assistant Professor, Chemistry
Email: jmorris@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Daniel Mueller

Title: Head Coach, Men's and Women's Bowling
Email: drmueller45@marianuniversity.edu

Kimberly Mueller

Title: Nursing Learning Specialist
Email: kkmueller54@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.N.

Jennifer Nadler-Lont

Title: Skill Lab instructor
Email: jmnadler09@marianuniversity.edu

Student Jessica Haensgen — Alexis Nelson
Major: Biology
Hometown: Marathon, WI
Class Year: 2016

Jennifer Nicpon

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: jjnicpon04@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: D.N.P.

Sr. Cyndi Nienhaus
Title: Associate Professor, Leadership Studies
Email: canienhaus06@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Sr. Cyndi Nienhaus

Sr. Cyndi Nienhaus, CSA, is an associate professor in Religious Education, having received her Ph.D. from Fordham University in New York City. Her research interests include interreligious dialogue, Jewish-Christian Relations, and Holocaust studies, and she has written several scholarly articles and has co-authored one book. At Marian since 2008, she teaches undergraduate, graduate, and Ph.D. levels and served as president of the faculty senate for the 2016-2017 academic year. She currently serves as a general councilor for the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes and plays flute with the Fond du Lac Symphonic Band, while also taking piano lessons. She loves to spend her free time with her dog, Thunder.

Nancy Noble
Title: Associate Professor, Nursing
Email: nnoble@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Nancy Noble

Nancy Noble earned her Master of Science in Nursing from UW- Eau Claire in 1987, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from UW- Oshkosh in 1981 and is a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE). Noble has been a faculty member in nursing at Marian for 29 years, sharing her passion for the profession of nursing and nursing education with her students. She has been the advisor to the Marian University Student Nurses Association and the Wisconsin Student Nurses Association for the past 27 years, and was awarded the Underkofler Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award in 2014, as well as the Wisconsin Nurses Association Excellence in Nursing Education Award in 2012. Noble enjoys all outside activities and spending time with her family.

Pat O'Connor — Pat O’Connor
Title: Professor, Nursing
Email: Poconnor@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Pat O’Connor

Pat O’Connor is an alumna of Marian University, and has served as a faculty member for more than 30 years. In addition to her role as a professor of nursing, O’Connor has served as the Interim Chairperson of the School of Nursing, and Vice Chairperson of the School of Nursing. Currently, O’Connor teaches in the RN-MSN and Master of Science in Nursing programs.

In her spare time, O’Connor enjoys reading, gardening and watching old television programs and movies.

Lisa Olig
Title: Director of Accessibility Services & Academic Support
Email: lmolig65@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.Ed.

Lisa Olig

Lisa Olig earned a Master of Science in Education from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh and a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.

Kimiko Ott

Title: Assistant Professor, Education
Email: kaott37@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Brian Ottman

Title: Assistant Men's & Women's Tennis Coach
Email: bjottman79@marianuniversity.edu

Cheryl Passel

Title: Associate Professor, Nursing
Email: capassel24@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D

Student mentor Laura Pavlik — Laura Pavlik
Major: Secondary Education and English
Hometown: Chicago, IL
Class Year: Sophomore

Laramie Paxton

Title: Assistant Professor, Mathematics
Email: lspaxton43@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Student mentor Rachael Pekarske-Siers — Rachael Pekarske-Siers
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Appleton, WI
Class Year: Junior

Craig Peltonen
Title: Head Men's Soccer Coach
Email: Cpeltonen@marianuniversity.edu

Bill Peters

Title: Head Women's Basketball Coach, Head Men's Golf Coach, Assistant Women's Golf Coach
Email: wapeters13@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Student Paige Picard — Paige Picard
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Ajax, Ontario, Canada
Class Year: 2017

Student Linsey Pierre — Linsey Pierre
Major: Biology
Hometown: Algoma, WI
Class Year: Senior

Mary Polchert

Title: Associate Professor, Nursing
Email: mjpolchert12@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

David Pomeroy

Title: Head Coach Women's Lacrosse
Email: dcpomeroy29@marianuniversity.edu

Justin Ponder

Title: Associate Professor, English
Email: jcponder43@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Student mentor Tania Ponto Aguayo — Tania Ponto Aguayo
Major: Early Elementary Education
Hometown: Randolph, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Gina Possin

Title: Assistant Professor. Psychology
Email: gapossin00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Heather Price

Title: Interim Dean of Undergraduate Studies
Email: heprice08@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Student Miles Qualmann — Miles Qualmann
Major: Graphic Arts
Hometown: Fond du Lac, WI
Class Year: 2016

Kirsten Rebholz

Title: Residence Hall Director
Email: kmrebholz04@marianuniversity.edu

Kathy Redig
Title: Administrative Assistant, Athletics
Email: KRedig@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Kathy Redig

Kathy Redig earned her Bachelor of Science from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point.

Greg Reed — Gregory Reed
Title: Science Learning Specialist
Email: gmreed94@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Gregory Reed

Gregory Reed earned his Master of Science in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Broad Field Science, both from the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh.

Jeff Reed
Title: Professor
Email: JReed@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Jeff Reed

Prior to his current role as Dean of the School of Business, Dr. Jeffrey Reed served as Marian’s Director of the Management Program, Director of the Honors Program, Interim Director of Institutional Research, Faculty Senate President and Co-Executive Director of the Center for Spirituality and Leadership. He received the Underkofler Award for excellence in undergraduate teaching, and was a visiting professor at Harlaxton College in 2006.

Dr. Reed has served as Region IV Secretary of the International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE), President of the Fond du Lac Area Human Resources Association, State Diversity Director for the Wisconsin State Council of SHRM, President of the Board of Open Circle Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Small Group Facilitator, Treasurer and Registrar for the Mid-West Leadership School, President of Fond du Lac Morning Rotary Club and Assistant District Governor for District 6270 Area B of Rotary International.

Before moving to Wisconsin in 1998, Dr. Reed served as human resources and training consultant in Rochester, NY; as a software engineer, project manager and planner for digital products and product upgrades at Xerox Corporation; as Assistant Professor of Psychology at SUNY-Geneseo; and as a budget analyst for Kansas State University. Dr. Reed received training in Quality Processes, project management and teamwork at Xerox. He received his Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology from Kansas State University, a certificate in business from the Stern School of Business at New York University and a certificate in program evaluation from the Social & Demographic Research Institute at the University of Massachusetts – Amherst.

Pennie Reis
Title: Director of Student Involvement
Email: pjreis39@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.

Pennie Reis

Pennie Reis is a graduate of Carthage College (Marketing & Communication) and Bowling Green State University (College Student Personnel).

She previously served as the Director of Residence Life at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI, the Assistant Director of Residence Life at Tiffin University, in Tiffin, OH and completed a summer internship at the American College Dublin in Dublin, Ireland.

In her free time, Reis likes to swim, travel to visit friends, work on creative projects, and hang with her dog, Tilly.

Thomas Richter

Title: Associate Vice President for Budget, Systems & Analytics
Email: tprichter32@marianuniversity.edu

Nancy Riley
Title: Professor (Doctorate)
Email: nriley@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Karen Roberts
Title: Associate Professor, Nursing
Email: kmroberts@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Karen Roberts

Karen Roberts earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Marian University in 2004, her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Marian University in 1982, and is a Certified Nurse Educator (CNE). Roberts has been a nurse educator for more than eight years, and a registered nurse for more than 32 years, with experience in Medical/Surgical Nursing, Critical Care nursing, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Preoperative Nursing and Endoscopy Nursing.

Melinda Rodriguez

Title: Assistant Director of Student Accounts
Email: marodriguez@marianuniversity.edu

Anairahe Rosenow

Title: Assistant Professor, Social Work
Email: arosenow93@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.W.

Anne Rosploch

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: amrosploch41@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Brian Rushmer

Title: Assistant Men's and Women's Volleyball Coach
Email: bjrushmer00@marianuniversity.edu

Michelle Ryan

Title: Administrative Assistant
Email: mmryan90@marianuniversity.edu

Staff Anna Chertos — Anna Sabel
Title: Enrollment and Visit Coordinator
Email: acsabel43@marianuniversity.edu

Anna Sabel

Anna graduated from Marian University in 2013, where she studied Early Childhood-Elementary Education. Anna earned a Master of Arts in Higher Education Counseling, at Lakeland University in 2016.

Anna is happy to be back at Marian University helping other students enjoy their time and experience here as much as she did.

Jillian Saiberlich

Title: Head Women's Soccer Coach
Email: jrsaiberlich94@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S., M.B.A.

Eric Sanchez

Title: Alumni Board President

Student Aly Sanders — Aly Sanders
Major: Social Work
Hometown: Little Chute, WI
Class Year: Senior

Carol Schlaefer
Title: Academic Advisor
Email: cjschlaefer17@marianuniversity.edu

Student mentor Allie Schmidt — Allie Schmidt
Major: Community Health and Human Services/Pre Occupational Therapy
Hometown: West Bend, WI
Class Year: Senior

John Schmidt

Title: ITS Technical/Desktop Support
Email: jrschmidt54@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: BA

Judith Schmidt

Degree: CSA

Lisa Schmidt
Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: lmschmidt65@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Lisa Schmidt

Lisa Schmidt has been with the School of Nursing and Health Professions as a full time professor since 2011 and as adjunct professor since 2008. She obtained her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University, specializing in Nursing Education, and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Marian University. She currently teaches courses in Advanced Medical/Surgical, critical care clinicals at the senior nursing level and has taught Pharmacology. Her professional experience includes Emergency Nursing, Critical Care Nursing and has practiced as a Sexual Assault Nurses Examiner.

Schmidt is a member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, International Association of Forensic Nursing, the National League for Nursing and Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society.

She is certified in Critical Care Nursing and has received training as an End of Life Critical Care Instructor through the National End of Life Consortium/City of Hope.

When Schmidt is not facilitating learning at Marian University, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She also continues as a staff RN in the Medical Intensive Care Unit and as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner within the Froedtert Health System.

Leah Schraeder
Title: Administrative Coordinator
Email: laschraeder27@marianuniversity.edu

Linda Schraufnagel

Title: NRSC Instructor
Email: laschraunagel00@marianuniversity.edu

Mary Lou Schroeder

Degree: BA Education, MA Reading and Learning Disabilities

Katherine Schuessler
Title: Assistant Professor and Director, Economics and Finance Program
Email: kkschuessler86@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.B.A.

Katherine Schuessler

Schuessler earned her Master of Business Administration in Finance, Investments and banking and her Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Schuessler began her career in investments with a large financial corporation and then took an instructor position in finance at Marquette University prior to coming to Marian University. In addition, Schuessler is a Certified Public Accountant and has worked in public accounting for many years.

Currently, Schuessler teaches economics and finance courses at Marian in the traditional undergraduate and the accelerated adult program, and serves as the Program Director for the Economics and Finance Department.

Away from work, Schuessler enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her husband and six children.

Jennifer Schultz
Title: Instructor, Psychology
Email: jmschultz86@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.

Jennifer Schultz

Schultz has been teaching in the psychology program for more than 10 years and has extensive clinical experience with children and families. A Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Wisconsin, she has worked as a therapist and clinical director for a foster care agency and currently provides clinical consultation to several Fond du Lac area social service agencies. She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the University of Colorado at Denver and a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Studies from UW- Madison. She remains active in the community, serving as a member of the Zero Suicide FDL initiative, on the board of the Robert E Berry House, and previously helped establish the Kewaskum Community Pantry. She lives in Fond du Lac with her family, including three cats and dogs. When not vacuuming pet hair she enjoys kayaking, hiking, flower gardening, reading, and cooking.

Lynda Schultz
Title: Associate Vice President for Academic Administration
Email: lkschultz@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.

Stacy Schumacher

Title: Student Financial Services Representative
Email: smschumacher35@marianuniversity.edu

Student mentor Meghan Schwobe — Meghan Schwobe
Major: Biology and Middle/Secondary Education
Hometown: Kimberly, WI
Class Year: Senior

Coach Scott Web — Chris Scott
Title: Head Coach Men and Women Track and Field and Cross Country
Email: cmscott37@marianuniversity.edu

Sr. Marie Scott
Title: Assistant Professor
Email: MScott@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.A.

Sr. Marie Scott

Sr. Marie Scott has served at Marian University for the past 17 years as the Director of Campus Ministry and as an assistant professor of history. Sr. Marie Scott is a proud member of the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes, the founder and sponsoring organization of Marian University.

On a personal note, Sr. Marie Scott enjoys traveling, reading, good movies, conversation and spending time with friends.

Faculty Cheryl Seelig — Cheryl Seelig
Title: Assistant Professor, Health Care Administration
Email: ckseelig20@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: D.H.A.

Cheryl Seelig

My passion for health care started in 1997 when I completed my Bachelors in Nursing. I have worked in health care for over 22 years and have been in various leadership roles. I completed a Masters in Nursing in 2004, and then a Doctorate in Health Care Administration in 2018. I have completed research in job engagement with outpatient nurses and weight status. I strive to interact with students to help them achieve their goals. It has always been important to me to instill my core values of integrity, honesty and academic achievement with each student. Leadership is the light that moves health care forward in an ever changing world. The Health Care Administration program will prepare students to handle the challenges in health care careers. In my spare time I enjoy long-distance running, spending time with family, cooking and gardening. My life motto is “You can do anything you want to do!”

Pauline Shulse

Title: Clinical Placement Coordinator
Email: pmshulse43@marianuniversity.edu

Ben Soman
Title: Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid and Admission Liaison
Email: BSoman@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.A.

Ben Soman

Ben Soman has worked at Marian since 2001. He is originally from Fennimore and attended Marian as an undergraduate from 1997-2001, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communication. He has worked in both the Office of Admission and the Office of Financial Aid and enjoys giving presentations on both subjects.

He and his wife, Noel, live in Fond du Lac. He enjoys traveling and baseball and attempts to combine the two passions at least once a year.

Kim Sorensen
Title: Senior Woman Administrator, Head Athletic Trainer
Email: kasorensen61@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S., M.S.

Kari Steinbeck

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: kasteinbeck39@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Tony Steinmetz — Anthony Steinmetz
Title: Networking Communications Administrator
Email: tsteinmetz@marianuniversity.edu

Andrea Stephany

Jackie Stephany

Sister Catherine Stewart
Title: Associate Professor (Doctorate)
Email: cmstewart97@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: O.P., Ed.D.
Strengths: College of the Professions, Education Department

Sister Catherine Stewart

Sister Catherine grew up on an Illinois farm along with two brothers (twins) and a sister. Her favorite activity was “playing school”. Often, her siblings ran the other direction when she suggested “let’s play school”; so, she taught dolls and teddy bears!! Throughout her elementary years, her teachers developed her love for reading and writing. She was often found with a book in hand and was very engaged in the writing process. She vividly remembers writing a story that had a “long winding wisteria vine.”

Catherine holds a B.A. from the University of St. Francis; a master’s in elementary education with a specialization in reading from the University of Illinois-Champaign; an Educational Specialist degree in Educational Administration from University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN; and received her Ed.D in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Sarasota (now Agrosy University)

During her undergraduate studies, she decided to respond to God’s call to enter the Springfield, Illinois Dominican Community.

Catherine published and authored numerous articles, and presented at several national conferences (for a full list, please see curriculum vitae). Presently, Sister Catherine combines her love for teaching and writing each day by embracing many opportunities to share her knowledge and passions with her students and she no longer has to “play school.”

curriculum vitae

Brenda Stobb
Title: Coordinator of Student Success
Email: bfstobb37@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Brenda Stobb

Brenda Stobb serves as the Coordinator of Student Success in the Center for Academic Support and Excellence (CASE) Office. Her primary responsibility is to assist Marian students in their academic endeavors by collaborating with them, their families, academic advisors, faculty members, and other university offices to develop and implement strategies that will address and support the student’s personal and academic concerns. She serves as a liaison to campus resources that provide our students options for resolving concerns that may hinder their respective educational successes.

Brenda is honored to be a member of the Marian community since 2005 and embraces the mission and core values of the institution.

Susan Stoddart — Sue Stoddart
Title: Associate Professor
Email: sstoddart@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Sue Stoddart

Sue Stoddart earned her Doctor of Philosophy degree at Capella University in Instructional Design for Teaching and Training Online. Sue earned both a master’s degree in educational technology from Ohio University and a master’s degree in special education from The Ohio State University. Her bachelor’s degree in education was also from The Ohio State University.

Sue currently serves as the dean of the School of Education and has held this position since spring of 2010. She also teaches courses for the Educational Technology, Special Education and Doctoral Programs. Sue’s research interests include educational technology, special education, systemic educational change and online teaching and learning. She has presented at numerous state, national and international conferences including the following: Wisconsin, Arizona and Ohio State Technology Conferences, GMCEC, WCON, AECT, MEC, SITE, NECC, FETC, and ISTE. She is a member of the Kappa Delta Pi educational honor society and has wrote and administered several educational technology grants both at the K-12 and Higher Education levels.

curriculum vitae

Kerry Strupp
Title: Interim Director of Working Families Grant Program
Email: KStrupp@marianuniversity.edu

Bradd Stucky
Title: Professor
Email: bstucky@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ed. D.
Strengths: College of the Professions, Education Department

Bradd Stucky

Bradd W. Stucky has served as a professor in Marian’s School of Education since 1996, and served as the Interim Dean of Graduate Studies from 2005-2006. Stucky earned his Doctor of Education and Educational Specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Florida Atlantic University; an Educational Specialist degree and Master of Science degree in Educational Technology from Barry University; and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Secondary Education from Valparaiso University.

Stucky was awarded the Graduate Excellence in Teaching Award in 2010.

curriculum vitae

Brenda Stueber
Title: Associate Professor, Social Work
Email: bjstueber00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.W.

Brenda Stueber

Brenda J. Stueber is an associate professor and social work field director at Marian University. She received her bachelor’s degree (B.S.W.) from UW-Oshkosh and her Masters Degree in Social Work, (M.S.S.W.) from UW-Milwaukee with emphasis in school social work. She has more than 25 years of combined experience practicing in the social work field and teaching general studies and social work at higher education institutions. The lifelong resident of Fond du Lac is invested in the Fond du Lac community through her work in service-learning and volunteer practices.

Brianna Sutfin — Breana Sutfin
Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: bmsutfin00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Breana Sutfin

Breana Sutfin began working for Marian as an adjunct clinical instructor in 2011 and became full time faculty in 2013. She graduated from Marian with a BSN in 2009 and continued her education with Walden University, graduating with an MSN in 2013. Her nursing experience includes pediatric intensive care, post anesthesia recovery unit, and day surgery, and she completed her Certified Nurse Educator in 2018. She loves the outdoors, riding horses, and hunting, and lives by the motto “FROG IT – Fully Rely on God when times get tough.”

Matt Szromba — Matthew Szromba
Title: Associate Professor
Email: mpszromba93@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Librarian Sarah Thibodeau — Sarah Thibodeau
Title: Catalog Librarian/Archivist/Instructor
Email: srthibodeau64@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S., M.A., M.I.L.S.

Staff Tammy Thornton — Tammy Thornton
Title: Web Developer
Email: tthornton@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: B.S.

Tammy Thornton

Tammy has been with Marian for 20 years in a variety of positions including Faculty Coordinator and IT Help Desk Administrator. Currently, she serves as the web developer in the Office of Marketing and Communications, where she oversees the development and maintenance of the Marian external website while also ensuring brand consistency in look and design. Tammy earned her B.S. in history at the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh.

In her downtime, Tammy is the ultimate Wisconsin sports fan and enjoys cheering on the Brewers, Badgers and Packers. She’s loves competing with her weekly trivia team, and enjoys a good comedy, action-adventure or Star Wars movie in her spare time.

Luke Townsend

Title: Assistant Professor, Theology
Email: ldtownsend27@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Student Treptow — Shalyn Treptow
Major: Nursing and Psychology
Hometown: Green Bay, WI
Class Year: Senior

Kimberly Udlis

Title: Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Nursing
Email: kaudlis48@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.
Strengths: College of the Professions, Nursing Department

Lance Urven

Title: Professor, Biology
Email: lurven@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Linda Uselmann

Title: Instructor, Mathematics
Email: lmuselmann06@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.

Student Danielle Veeser — Danielle Veeser
Major: Biology
Hometown: Greenville, WI
Class Year: Sophomore

Student Vinz — Adam Vinz
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Horicon, WI
Class Year: 2018

Student mentor Sydney Volkman — Sydney Volkman
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Grant Park, IL
Class Year: 2016

Jodi Wagner-Angell

Title: Associate Professor, English
Email: jlwagner@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Student mentor Christian Wahl — Christian Wahl
Major: Forensic Science
Hometown: Monticello, WI
Class Year: Senior

Cooper Wakefield
Title: Assistant Professor, Communication
Email: cswakefield00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Cooper Wakefield

Dr. Cooper Wakefield specializes in developing intercultural competence, the cultural differences between the U.S. and Asia, diversity, and interpersonal competence. He has been an Assistant Professor of Communication at Marian since 2014 and teaches courses including Intercultural Communication, Essentials of Interpersonal Communication, and Interpersonal Communication. He obtained his doctoral degree in intercultural communication from the University of Kansas, his master’s degree in East Asian Languages and Cultures from the University of Illinois, and his bachelor’s degree in English from the University of Cincinnati. Before coming to Marian he taught at the University of Kansas, in the graduate department at Shanghai International Studies University, and at the University of Illinois. His appreciation for the field of intercultural communication came largely as he studied and taught in China from 1995-2009. He has a continuing fascination with how people’s cultural heritage profoundly influences their worldview and communication mechanisms and is gratified when he’s able to help others navigate and affirm culture. The Oshkosh resident lives with his wife and two children, and besides being in the classroom he is happiest when he toils in his garden.

Tom Wallestad

Title: Associate Professor, Art
Email: twallestad@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.F.A.

John Walser

Title: Professor, English
Email: jwalser@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Staff Pam Warren — Pamela Warren
Title: Assistant Dean of Students/Operations and Director of Community Standards
Email: pcwarren17@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.E.

Pamela Warren

Pamela Warren is the Assistant Dean of Students/Operations and Director of Community Standards. Warren joined the staff in 1993 as the Associate Director of Financial Aid. She assumed the responsibilities of the Director in 2009. Prior to her employment at Marian, she worked as a financial aid counselor at Marquette University and the University of Wisconsin – Oshkosh. Warren has served on the state association board, chaired several committees, and has been active in regional and national financial aid associations. She is a graduate of Leadership Fond du Lac and was an honored recipient of the Staff of the Year Award for Marian University. She is an advocate and active member within the community supporting financial literacy, health initiatives and animals through a broad continuum.

Growing up in a first generation and single parent family, Warren understands firsthand the struggles that students may have in order to obtain proper funding and support services for a post-secondary education. She worked two jobs and received financial aid in order to obtain her undergraduate and graduate degree.

Deborah Watry

Title: Assistant Professor Leadership Studies
Email: dnwatry00@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: Ph.D.

Professor Diane Weiland — Diane Weiland
Title: Coordinator of Writing Services
Email: DWeiland@marianuniversity.edu

Staff Member Janet Wermes — Janet Wermes
Title: Assistant to the Dean
Email: JWermes@marianuniversity.edu

Dan Wilson

Email: danw127@yahoo.com
Degree: Criminal Justice

VP David Wong — David Wong
Title: Vice President of Finance & Chief Business Officer
Email: dwwong@marianuniversity.edu

Lori Yogerst

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: layogerst90@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.

Melissa Zar

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: mazar24@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: M.S.N.
Strengths: College of the Professions, Nursing Department

Brooke Zelhofer

Title: Assistant Professor, Nursing
Email: bezelhofer20@marianuniversity.edu
Degree: D.N.P.
Strengths: College of the Professions, Nursing Department

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