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Catalog 2013-2014 
    
Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Faculty & Professionals


A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Pat Allen, Supervisor Custodial Services
B.A. (Hope University)

Patrick Amelotte, English
B.A. (University of California - Santa Barbara);
M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Dale Anderson, Fire Science
A.A.S., A.S.(Casper College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.Mgt. (University of Mary)

David Arndt, Electronics Technology
A.A.S., B.S.S. (Ferris State College);
M.A. (Michigan State University);
Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Eric Atkins, World Language
A.A. (Casper College);
B.A., M.A. (University of Wyoming)

 Brandi Atnip, Biology
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming) 

Nathan Baker, Music Theory
B.M. (Utah State University);
M.A. (University of Oregon);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of Oregon)

Gary Becker, Accounting
B.S. (University of Nebraska-Omaha);
M.S. (Wayne State College)

Wesley Bertagnole, Career Counselor
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Jonathan Blesi, Electronics Technology
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

David Bodily, Health Science Simulation Program Director
A.A.S. (Western Wyoming Community College
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Melanie H. Booth, English
B.A., M.A. (University of Northern Colorado)

Jared Bowden, Physics
B.S. (University of Missouri);
M.S. (University of Minnesota)

Denise Bressler, Foundation Accountant
B.S. University of Wyoming

Kent Brooks, Director, Information Technology
B.S., M.S. (Oklahoma State University)

C. Evert Brown, Biology
B.S., M.S. (Stephen F. Austin State University);
D.A. (Idaho State University)

Paul Brutsman, Drafting and Design Technology
B.S.M.E. (University of Wyoming)

Karen J. Buettner-Price, Nursing
B.S.N. (University of Wyoming)
M.S.N. (Grantham University)

Douglas W. Bull, Music/Brass, Band
B.S. (Towson University)

Larry Burger, Theatre/Sound Design

Rick Burgin, Adult Learning Center
B.S. (University of Central Oklahoma);
M.S. (Oklahoma State University)

Richard Burk, Theatre
B.A. (Simpson College);
M.F.A. (University of Illinois)

Jeremy Burkett, Livestock Judging Coach, Agriculture
B.S. (Colorado State University);
M.S., Ph.D. (Iowa State University)

Richard L. Burnett, Power Plant Technology

Joseph W. Campbell, English
B.A., M.A. (University of South Alabama);
Ph.D. (Illinois State University)

John Chase, Biology
B.S., Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Marjory B. Christiansen, Nursing
B.S.N. (University of Wyoming);
M.S.N. (Walden Univerisity)

Russell J. Christiansen, Paramedic
A.A. (Casper Colllege)

Paul Christman, Purchasing Coordinator
A.A.S. (Casper College)

Thomas J. Clifford, Biology
Ph.B. (University of North Dakota);
M.S. (South Dakota State University);
Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Connie Colman, Adult Learning Center Instructor/Outreach Coordinator
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S.W. (University of Wyoming/Casper College)

Melissa Connely, Geography, Geology
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (Utah State University)

William R. Conte, Theatre
B.A., M.A. (New York University);
Ph.D. (City University of New York)

Teresa Corkill, Nursing
A.S. (Northwest Community College);
B.S.N. (University of Wyoming);
M.S.N. (University of Phoenix)

Brad Cornwell, Network Services Coordinator
Certificate, Career Office Studies (Casper College)

Todd Cotton, Webmaster & New Media Coordinator
B.A., M.A. (Adams State College);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of New Mexico)

Jennifer Cowell, Music (Strings & Orchestra)
B.M. (DePaul University);
M.M. (University of Oregon)


Dan Dalen, Athletic Training, Physical Education
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Jan Dalgarno, Executive Assistant to the President and the Board of Trustees
A.A. (Casper College)

Joel Davidson, Men’s Basketball Coach
B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Chelse DePaolo-Lara, GEAR UP Site Coordinator
B.S. (Missouri Valley College);
M.S. (Chadron State College)

Michelle DeSalvo, Librarian
B.A. (Winona State University);
M.L.S. (University of Wisconsin-Madison)

Nick C. DeSalvo, Mathematics
B.S. (University of Southern Colorado);
M.A. (University of Northern Colorado)

Thomas DeVoogd, Education
A.A. (Muskegon Community College);
B.A. (Michigan State University);
B.A. (Hope College);
M.Ed. (Western Michigan University)

Janet L. de Vries, Director, Career Services
B.S. (University of Akron);
M.S. (Utah State);
M.S.Ed. (University of Wyoming)

Paulann Doane, Foundation Executive Director
B.A. (University of Wyoming);
M.A. (American University)

Stephen Dobby, Business
A.B. (Casper College);
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Ruth H. Doyle, Education, Psychology
B.S.Ed., M.Ed. (Eastern Montana College);
Ed.D. (University of Wyoming)

Laura Driscoll, Dean of Continuing Education and Community Partnerships
B.S., M.B.A., Ph.D. (University of North Dakota)

David Dutton, Enterprise Software Coordinator
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (Excelsior College)

Beverly Ann Dye, Adult Learning Center Director
B.S. (South Dakota State University-Brookings)

Jason Eggemeyer, Drafting and Design
B.A., M.A. (Texas Tech University)

Charles Ewing, World Languages
B.A. (Valparaiso University);
M.A. (University of New Mexico)

Lori Fichman, Nursing
B.S.N. (University of Wyoming);
M.S.N. (California State University, Domiguez Hills)

Marty Finch, Agriculture
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Jerome G. Fleg, Music
B.M. (John Hopkins University);
M.M. (University of Northern Colorado);
D.M.A. (University of Colorado)

Lynn Fletcher, Director of Institutional Research
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Beth Floyd, Cataloging/Reference Librarian
B.A. (California Polytechnic State University);
M.L.S. (University of California-Los Angeles)

Kyla Foltz, Director, Admissions Services
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Erich Frankland, Political Science
B.A. (Earlham College);
M.A. (University of Oklahoma);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of Oklahoma)

Tammy Frankland, Dean, School of Health Science
B.A. (University of Rochester);
M.A. (University of Oklahoma);
Ph.D. (Colorado State University)

Richard Fujita, Director of Public Relations
A.A.S. (Northwest College);
B.A. (Ohio State University)

Gail Gallagher, Nursing
B.S.N. (D’Youville College);
M.S. (Boston College)

Douglas Garland, Theatre/Costumer
B.S. (Weber State);
M.F.A. (University of Utah);
Advanced Graduate Study (Columbia University)

Diane Ginsbach, Mathematics
B.S., B.S. Ed. (Black Hills State University);
M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Larry (Sissy) J. Goodwin, Power Plant Technology
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Lisa Archibeque Goss, Veteran and Scholarship Coordinator
B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Megan Graham, Robotics Technology
A.A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Akron);
M.S. (Boise State University)

Shari Greiner, Admissions Representative
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S, B.A. (Midland Lutheran College)

Dallen Griffith, Enterprise Applications Coordinator
A.A.S. (HighTech Institute);
B.S. (Park College)

Renee Griffith, Education
B.S., M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Dwight Gunnare, Women’s Basketball Coach
B.S. (Black Hills State University)

Sandra Hanify, Facilities and Partnerships Coordinator

A.S. (Casper College);
B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Chad Hanson, Sociology
B.S., M.A. (Northern Arizona University);
Ph.D. (University of Arizona)

Tracy Hasely, Director, Student Health Services
B.S.N. (West Virginia Wesleyan College)

Justin Hayward, Art/Drawing
B.F.A. (Brigham Young University);
M.F.A. (New York Academy of Art)

Lizzy Hede, Hathaway Scholarship Coordinator
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Audrey Hentzen, Medical Lab Technology, Phlebotomy

B.S., Ph.D. (University of California - Davis)

Brent Heuer, Disability Services Counselor
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.A. (University of Northern Colorado)

Cassady Hoff, Occupational Therapy Assistant
A.S., A.A. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of North Dakota/Casper College);
M.S.O.T. (San Jose State University)

Tracey Hollister, Mathematics
A.S. (Casper College);
B.A. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (Montana State University-Bozeman)

Heath Hornecker, Agriculture
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (Texas Tech University)

Theresa (Terri) House, Assistant Director, Financial Services
B.B.A. (Valdosta State University);
M.S. (University of Phoenix)

Heather Huber, Director of Nursing
B.S.N. (Montana State University);
M.S.N. (University of Wyoming)

Jill Hughes, English
B.A. (High Point University);
M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Jessica Hurless, Communication
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S., M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Lisa S. Icenogle, Editor and News Coordinator, Public Relations
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S., M.P.A. (University of Wyoming)

Valerie Innella, Art History
B.A. (Mansfield University);
M.A. (Bloomsburg University);
Ph.D. (University of North Texas)

Kendall Jacobs, Mathematics
A.A.S. (Ricks College);
B.S., B.A. (Idaho State University);
M.S. (Montana State University)

Richard (Rick) Johnson, Clinical Education Coordinator, Radiography
A.A.S., A.S. (Casper College)

Robin Johnson, Supervisor Building/Maintenance and Operations
Journeyman’s Carpenter Certificate

Scott M. Johnson, Biology
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of North Dakota/Casper College);
O.T.D. (Creighton University)

Lance Jones, Director of Security
B.S. (Wichita State University);
M.S.O.T (University of Houston);
M.L.A. (University of St. Thomas)

Todd Jones, Agri-Business
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (Oklahoma State University);
M.S.(New Mexico State University)

Michael Keogh, Art/Photography
B.F.A., M.F.A. (Utah State University)

Donald King, Enterprise Database Coordinator
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S. (New Mexico State University)

Amy Kirkman, Counselor
B.A, M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Ardell Knudson, Engineering
B.S.M.E., M.S.M.E. (North Dakota State University)

Brandon Kosine, Psychology
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (Pittsburg State University);
Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Kenneth Kreckel, Extractive Resources
B.S. (Michigan Technological University)

Mary Kubichek, Paralegal
B.S., M.S. (University of Nebraska at Omaha);
J.D. (Creighton University)

Fred Kuck, Radiography
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Mark L. Kuhlman, Mathematics
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S.Ed. (Black Hills State University);
M.S. (Lesley University)

Robyn Landen, Director of Financial Services/Controller
A.A. (Casper College);
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

William R. Landen, Associate Vice President for Student Services
A.S. (Casper College);
B.A., M.P.A. (University of Wyoming);
Advanced Graduate Study (Colorado State University)

Ben Lareau, English
B.A. (University of Utah);
M.A. (University of Maine)

Kristen Lenth, Music/Voice
B.M. (Ithaca College);
M.M. (Indiana University);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of Northern Colorado)

Nathan Long, Web Design
A.S. (Casper College)
B.F.A. (American Intercontinental University)

Heidi Loucks, Nursing
A.D.N. (Casper College);
B.S. (North Dakota State University);
M.S.N. (University of Wyoming)

Tanis Lovercheck-Saunders, History
A.A. (Cottey College);
B.A. (University of Virginia);
M.A. (University of Wyoming);
D.A. (University of North Dakota)

Laura Lucero, Publications Coordinator
A.A.S. (Northwest College);
A.A. (Casper College);
B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Marianne T. Madariaga, Nursing
B.S.N. (North Park University)
M.S.N. (Walden University)

Bernardino D. Madsen, Medical Lab Technology
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (University of North Dakota)

Nancy Madura, Art/Foundations, Graphic Design
B.F.A. (Columbus College of Art and Design);
M.A. (Ohio State University)

Kerri Mahlum, Early Childhood Education
B.A. (University of Wyoming);
M.A. (University of Nebraska)

Trevor Mahlum, Dean, Educational Resources
B.S. (Union College, Lincoln, Nebraska);
M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Paul J. Marquard, Engineering/Physics
B.S. (Creighton University);
M.S.E.E. (University of Southern California);
M.S. (University of Nebraska-Lincoln);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of Wyoming)

Roberta M. Marvel, Computer Applications
A.A.S. (Casper College);
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of Wyoming)

Mark McCool, Machine Tool Technology

Kevin McDermott, Mathematics
B.S.M.E. (Empire State College);
M.B.A. (University of Nevada, Las Vegas);
M.S.M.I.S. (Claremont Graduate University)

Jake McIntyre, Mathematics
B.A. (University of Portland);
M.S. (Montana State University)

Katie McMillan, Grants Office Coordinator
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

Eric Mechalke, Chemistry
A.S. (Front Range CC);
B.A. (Union College);
Ph.D. (University of Nebraska)

Mark Mehn, Chemistry
B.S. (University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point);
Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)

Kyle Melton, Theatre
B.A. (New Mexico State University)
M.F.A (Temple University

Barb Meryhew, Director of Student Life
A.A. (Sheridan College);
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (Capella University)

Mitchel Millan, Chemistry
B.S. (University of the Philippines);
Ph.D. (Brandeis University)

Darin K. Miller, Welding, Auto Body
Certificate (Eastern Wyoming College);
A.A.S. (Eastern Wyoming College);
B.A.A.S. (Sam Houston University)

Kelsee Miller, Adult Learning Ctr.
A.A. (Casper College);
B.A. (Chapman University);
M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Lisa Mixer, Adult Learning Center Program Coordinator
B.A. (San Diego State University)

William G. Mixer, III, Water Quality Technology
B.S.Ed. (Ohio State University);
M.P.A. (University of Wyoming)

Karen Moenkhaus, English Center Director
B.A., M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Michael T. Moline, Physical Education
B.S., M.S. (Illinois State University)

Jeffery S. Morris, Diesel Power Technology
A.A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Nebraska at Kearney);
M.A. (Ball State University)

Barbara Mueller, Anthropology, International Education
B.A. (Drew University);
M.A., Ph.D. (University of Arizona)

Jeanette Murrell, Public Services Librarian
M.L.S. (University of Iowa)

Douglas Neubert, Program Director, Respiratory Therapy

B.S. (Kansas University)

Linda Nichols, Registrar
A.S., B.U.S. (Dickinson State University);
A.B. (Casper College)

Matthew Nickodemus, Mathematics
B.S. (San Diego State University);
Ph.D. (University of Colorado at Boulder)

Linda Nix, Alumni Coordinator
B.A. (Georgetown University);
M.A. (Trinity College);
J.D. (University of Connecticut)

Scott P. Nolan, Business
B.A. (Flagler College);
M.B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Kathleen Nottingham, Associate Controller
B.S. (University of Wyoming)

James Olm, Musical Theatre/Voice
B.M. (University of Wisconsin);
M.F.A. (Carnegie-Mellon University)

Michael Olson, Art/Ceramics
A.A., (Casper College);
B.F.A. (University of North Dakota);
M.F.A. (Wichita State University)

Liz Ott, Accounting
B.S. (Northwest Nazarene College);
M.B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Mark A. Oxley, Accounting
B.A., M.P.A. (University of Nebraska at Lincoln)

Thomas L. Parker, Rodeo Coach
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Margo H. Perry, Academic Testing Center Coordinator
B.A. (Northwestern University);
M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Scott Perry, Grounds/Maintenance Superintendent
B.S. (Colorado State University)

Kelly Politte, Nursing
Certificate of Practical Nursing (Western Wyoming College);
A.S.N. (University of New York - Regents);
B.S.N. (Oregon Health Sciences University);
M.S.N. (University of Wyoming)

Sharon Polley, Biology
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming);
Ph.D. (University of Northern Colorado)

Shawn D. Powell, Dean, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
A.S. (Community College of the Air Force);
B.S. (University of Oklahoma);
M.A. (University of Central Oklahoma);
Ph.D. (University of Northern Colorado)

Diana Quealy-Berge, Addictionology
A.A. (Casper College);
B A., M.S., Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Elliott Ramage, Admissions Representative
B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Terry Ann Rasmussen, English
A.S. (Des Moines Area Community College);
B.S., M.A. (Iowa State University)

Glen Roberts, Diesel Power Technology
Automotive Tech. Certificate, Diesel Power Certificate (Casper College);
A.A.S. (Casper College)

Willard Robinson, Biology
B.S., Ph.D. (Cornell University);
M.S. (Washington State University)

Cara M. Rodriguez, English
B.S.L.S. (Montana State University-Billings);
M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Terry L. Rogers, Communications
B.A. (Chadron State College);
M.A. (University of Central Missouri);
Advanced Graduate Study (University of Nebraska - Lincoln)

Sheri Roumell, Director, Pharmacy Technology
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (University of Mary)

Cammy Rowley, Early Childhood Education
B.A., M.A. Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Brook T. Russell, Statistics
B.A. (William Jewell College);
M.A. (University of Montana)

Maya Russell, Political Science
B.A. (New York University);
M.A. (University of Montana);
J.D. (University of North Carolina School of Law)

Linda L. Ryan, Art/Jewelry, Sculpture
B.A. (Montana State University);
M.A. (Central Washington University);
M.F.A. (West Virginia University)

Darby Sawyer, English
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.Ed. (Grand Canyon University)

Michael Sawyer, Physical Plant Director
B.S. (Chadron State College);
M.B.A. (University of Colorado)

Deanna Schaff, Tate Museum Director
B.S. (St. Mary of the Plains College, Kansas);
M.S.T. (University of Wyoming)

Thomas P. Schellberg, Economics
B.A. (University of Wisconsin, Madison);
Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)

Kelsey M Schmidt, Biology
B.S., Ph.D. (Colorado State University)

Angel Sharman, Volleyball Coach/Physical Education
A.S. (Mid-Plains Community College);
B.S., M.S. (Ft. Hays State University)

Deborah Shugart, Business Law
B.S. (University of Alabama, Huntsville);
J.D. (Cumberland School of Law at Samford University)

David Siemens, Distance Education Technical Coordinator
A.S. (Westward Tech of Denver);
B.S. (University of Mary)

Susan A. Sigler, Adult Learning Ctr.
B.A. (Biola University);
M.A. (Talbot Seminary)

Joseph Simon, Business
A.A., A.S. (Penn State University);
B.A., M.A. (California University of Pennsylvania);
Advanced Graduate Study (Colorado State University)

Leanne Sims, Student Success Counselor
B.A., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Donna Sonesen, Director, Early Childhood Learning Center
A.A., (Central Wyoming College);
B.A., M.A. (University of Wyoming)

Raymond Steinbacher, Statistics
B.S., M.S. (Penn State);
M.S. (Ohio State University);
Advanced Grad Study (University of Delaware)

Mark Steinle, Construction, Welding
A.B., A.S. (Casper College);
B.S., M.B.A. (University of Wyoming);
Ph.D. (Colorado State University)

Claudia Stewart, Mathematics
B.S. (University of Hawaii, Honolulu);
M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Dan Straka, Systems Coordinator
B.S. (Southern Indiana University)

Tracy Suhr, Nursing
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S.N., M.S.N. (Walden University)

Jeffrey A. Sun, Geographic Information Systems
B.S. (University of Wyoming);
M.S.GIS (Texas State University)

Kent Sundell, Geology
B.S., M.S. (University of Wyoming);
Ph.D. (University of California, Santa Barbara)

Debra Swedberg, Mathematics
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S., M.B.A., M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Kim Talbott, Psychology
B.A. (Kent State University);
M.S. (Syracuse University)

Jennifer L. Taulealea, Nursing
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S.N. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (University of Wyoming)

Kathleen Thatcher, Director of Assessment
B.S. (Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville);
M.A. (Northern Arizona University)

Ana Thompson, Director of Distance Education
A.S. (Western Wyoming Community College);
B.S. (Utah State University);
M.S. (University of Phoenix)

Lesley Travers, Dean, School of Business and Industry
B.S. (University of Montana);
M.S. (University of Wyoming/Casper College);
Ph.D. (University of Wyoming)

Eric Unruh, Dean, School of Fine Arts and Humanities
B.A. (Bethany College);
M.M., D.M. (Northwestern University)

Nubia Urquijo-Arana, Nursing
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S.W. (Colegio Mayor de Cundinamarca);
M.S.N. (University of Phoenix)

Peter Van Houten, Communications
B.A., M.B.A. (University of Wyoming)

Darry Voigt, Executive Director, Enrollment Services
B.A. (University of Wyoming);
M.S. (University of Arizona)

Randal Waldron, Automotive Senior/Certified Master Technician

Stewart Walker, Enterprise System Coordinator

Teresa Wallace, Director of Counseling
B.A. (Purdue University);
M.S. (Kansas State University)

Art Washut, Criminal Justice
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (Chadron State College);
M.P.A. (University of Wyoming)

Laurie Weaver, R.T.R., Director, Radiology
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (Weber State University);
M.H.A. (St. Joseph’s College)

Holly Wendt, English
B.A. (Lycoming College);
M.A. (Ohio University);
Ph.D. (Binghamton University)

Georgia Wheatley, Gender Studies
A.S. (Casper College);
B.S. (Colorado State University);
M.A. (Norwich University)

Gretchen E. Wheeler, Communication, Service Learning
B.S.Ed., M.S.Ed. (Chadron State College)

Donielle Williams, Computing Coordinator
A.S. (Casper College)

Grant W. Wilson, Interim Dean, School of Science
B.S. (University of Wisconsin — Whitewater);
M.A. (Northern Illinois University);
Ph.D. (University of Texas - Austin)

Marla Wonser, Director, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program
B.S.O.T. (University of North Dakota);
M.S.O.T. (San Jose State University)

Todd Wykert, Director, Media Services
B.U.S. (University of New Mexico)

Jodi Youmans-Jones, Theatre/Dance
B.A. (University of Wyoming);
M.F.A. (University of Illinois-Champaign)

Andrew Young, Physics
B.A. (Boston University);
M.S., Ph.D. (University of Minnesota)

David Zoby, English
B.A. (Virginia Tech);
M.F.A. (Virginia Commonwealth University)