Faculty


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Brent Adams, 1999. Associate Professor of Theatre Arts Emeritus. B.A. in Theatre, University of Kentucky, 1985. M.F.A. in Acting, University of Minnesota, 1991.

Leigh Anne Adams, 2007. Adjunct Assistant Professor; Theatre Emphasis. B.A. in Theatre, Speech, English Education, University of Kentucky, 1981. M.A. in Theatre, University of Kentucky, 1983. M.F.A. in Directing, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, 1985.

Joshua Agrimson, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.S. in Education, North Central University, 2019.

Carl Albing, 2020. Adjunct Associate Professor of Math and Computer Science. B.A. in Mathematics, St. Olaf College, 1977. M.I.M., University of St. Thomas, 2019. Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Reading, 2012.

Don Albright, 1985. Professor of Chemistry Emeritus. B.S. in Chemistry, University of Wisconsin, 1962. Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry, University of Wisconsin, 1967.

Donald Alexander, 1987. Professor of Biblical Studies Emeritus. B.A., Seattle Pacific College, 1959. M.A., Chicago Graduate School, 1964. M.Div., Bethel Theological Seminary, 1965. M.A., University of California, 1975. Ph.D., University of California, 1980.

Shyla Allard, 2021. Assistant Professor of Business. B.S. in Computer Science, Speech Communications, Iowa State University, 1989. M.B.A. in Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Northwestern University, 1994.

Emily Allen, 2023. Adjunct Assistant Professor of General Studies. B.A. in Spanish Education, Bethel University, 2003. M.Ed. in World Language Instruction, Concordia College, 2010. Ed.D. in Leadership, University of St. Thomas, 2016.

Phyllis Alsdurf, 2003. Professor of English Emerita. B.A. in Journalism, Evangel College, 1969. M.A. in Journalism, Kansas State University, 1974. M.A. in Humanities, Western Kentucky University, 1977. Ph.D. in Mass Communication, University of Minnesota, 2003.

Betsy Anderson, 2021. Associate Professor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Media Communication, Bethel University, 1996. M.A. in Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Minnesota, 2003. Ph.D. in Mass Communication, University of Minnesota, 2008.

Brittany Anderson, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S.N., Bethel University, 2019.

Bryan Anderson, 1991. Associate Professor of Biological Sciences Emeritus. B.S. in Environmental Studies, Northland College, 1981. M.S. in Forestry, University of Minnesota, 1989.

Linda Anderson, 1990. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S. in Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1981. M.P.H. in Public Health Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1989. D.N.P., University of Minnesota, 2010.

Rachel Anderson, 2019. Associate Professor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Biology, Hamline University, 2012. Ph.D. in Psychology, University of Iowa, 2018.

Trudi Anderson, 2002. Private Lesson Instructor in Flute. B.A. in Music, Augsburg College, 1977. M.A. in Music, Northwestern University, 1987.

Tyler Ashworth, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science. B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, University of Minnesota, 2018.

Tanner Auch, 2017. Associate Professor of Mathematics. B.A. in Mathematics, MidAmerica Nazarene University, 2004. M.S. in Mathematics, University of Nebraska, 2010. Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Nebraska, 2013.

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Lauren Baker, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S.N., Trinity Christian College, 2019. M.S.N.-Ed., Olivet Nazarene University, 2023.

Brad Beale, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.A. in Music, K-12 Music Education, Luther College, 2014. M.M. in Choral Conducting, Northern Arizona University, 2018.

Thomas Becknell, 1984. Professor of English Emeritus. B.A. in Chemistry, Literature, Wheaton College, 1974. Ph.D. in English, University of Iowa, 1983.

Brian Beecken, 1988. Professor of Physics and Engineering. B.A. in Mathematics and Physics, Elmhurst College, 1980. M.S. in Physics, University of Minnesota, 1984. Ph.D. in Physics, University of Minnesota, 1986.

James K. Beilby, 2001. Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.S. in Biblical Studies, Social Science, Northwestern College, 1991. M.A.T.S. in Systematic Theology, Bethel Theological Seminary, 1994. Ph.D. in Theology and Philosophy, Marquette University, 2002.

Lisa Bekemeyer, 2001. Adjunct Instructor of Languages and Cultures. B.A. in French, University of Notre Dame, 1994. M.Ed. in Second Language and Cultures, University of Minnesota, 1996.

Bruce Berglund, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of History, Philosophy, and Political Science. B.A. in History, University of Minnesota, 1991. M.A. in History, Minnesota State University, 1994. Ph.D. in History, University of Kansas, 1999.

Amy Bianchi-Ross, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Bethel University, 2012.

Greg Bourland, 2006. Adjunct Instructor of Business. M.B.A., University of St. Thomas, 2001.

Mauvalyn Bowen, 2017. Professor of Business. B.Ed. in Business Studies, University of Technology, Jamaica, 1994. M.S. in Workforce Education and Development, Southern Illinois University, 1998. Ph.D. in Business and Industry Education, University of Minnesota, 2008.

John Bower, 1978. Professor of Social Work Emeritus. B.A., Northwestern College, 1961. M.S.W., University of Minnesota, 1963. Ph.D., Kansas State University, 1983.

Andrew Bramsen, 2013. Associate Professor of Political Science. B.A. in Political Science, University of South Carolina, 2002. M.A. in International Relations, Baylor University, 2004. M.A. in Political Science, University of Notre Dame, 2009. Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Notre Dame, 2012.

Tim Bredow, 1998. Professor of Nursing Emeritus. B.S. in Biology, University of Iowa, 1974. B.S.N. in Nursing, University of Iowa, 1976. M.A.N. in Public Health Nursing, University of Iowa, 1980. Ph.D. in Educational Administration, University of Iowa, 1988.

Debbie Britt, 2011. Adjunct Assistant in Clinical Instruction of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2008. M.A. in Nursing Education, Bethel University, 2011.

Susan Brooks, 1998. Professor of English Emerita. B.A. in Language Arts/Secondary Education, Bethel College, 1986. M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction in Language Arts, Mankato State University, 1994. Ph.D. in Education/Curriculum and Instruction, University of Minnesota, 2010.

Scott Brown, 1996. Professor of Mathematics Education Emeritus. B.S. in Mathematics Education, University of Wyoming, 1978. M.S.T. in Mathematics, University of Wyoming, 1985. Ed.D. in Mathematics Education, Montana State University, 1996.

Nancy Brule, 2004. Professor of Communication Studies. B.S. in Speech Communication, Moorhead State University, 1994. M.S. in Speech Communication, Mankato State University, 1996. Ph.D. in Communication Studies, University of Nebraska, 2002.

Michael Bumann, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of History, Philosophy, and Political Science. B.A. in History, Bethel University, 2006. M.A. in Asian Studies, University of Michigan, 2018.

Brandon Burbach, 2021. Adjunct Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences. B.A. in Biology, Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 1995. Ph.D. in Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology, University of Wisconsin, 2004.

Justin Byers, 2004. Adjunct Associate Professor of Applied Health Sciences. B.S. in Athletic Training, University of Wisconsin, 1998. M.S. in Human Performance-Athletic Training, University of Wisconsin, 2002.

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Becky Carlson, 2003. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Education. B.A. in Elementary Education, Psychology, Bethel University, 1993. M.S. in Education, Winona State University, 1994.

Sarah Carlson, 2012. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2005. M.A. in Nursing Education, Bethel University, 2009.

Christopher Carroll, 2010. Associate Professor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Business, Bethel College, 2004. M.Ed. in Exercise Science, University of Minnesota, 2007. Ph.D. in Kinesiology-Exercise Physiology, University of Minnesota, 2013.

Craig Case, 2006. Adjunct Instructor of General Education. B.A. in English Literature, University of Minnesota, 1992. M.Div. in Theology, Bethel Seminary, 2000. M.A. in Christian Thought, Bethel Seminary, 2014.

Nicole Centanni, 2005. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Elementary Education, Judson University, 2003. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Bethel University, 2009.

Tara Cheath, 2018. Clinical Assistant Professor of Nursing. B.S.N. in Nursing, Metropolitan State University, 2008. M.S.N. in Nursing Education, Bethel University, 2022.

James Christenson, 2017. Associate Professor of Chemistry. B.S. in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology, Chemistry, Bethel University, 2012. Ph.D. in Biochemistry, University of Minnesota, 2017.

Connie Clark, 2009. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.A. in Nursing, College of St. Catherine, 1974. M.S.N. in Nursing Education, Drake University, 1991. Ph.D. in Higher Education, Iowa State University, 2001.

Emily Conrad, 2019. Adjunct Instructor in Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2002. M.A. in Nursing Education, Bethel University, 2007.

Patrice Conrath, 1988. Associate Professor of Mathematics Emerita. B.S. in Mathematics, Bethel College, 1986. M.S. in Mathematics, University of Oklahoma, 1988. M.S. in Transportation Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1990.

Melissa Cordes, 2015. Associate Professor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Biology, Wisconsin Lutheran College, 2007. Ph.D. in Zoology, University of Wisconsin, 2015.

Sherryse Corrow, 2017. Professor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Minnesota State University, 2008. M.A. in Child Psychology, University of Minnesota, 2011. Ph.D. in Child Psychology, University of Minnesota, 2013.

David Crittenden, 1988. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music. B.M. in Music, University of Georgia, 1974. M.M. in Music, Ball State University, 1982. D.M.A. in Music, University of Georgia, 1996.

Gary Crowe, 1982. Private Lesson Instructor in Saxophone. B.A., St. John's University, 1977. M.M., University of Michigan, 1979.

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David Danforth, 1988. Associate Professor of Business Emeritus. B.S.E.E., Northeastern University, 1964. M.B.A., Harvard Business School, 1967.

Patricia Danforth, 1991. Assistant Professor of Education Emerita. B.S., Eastern Nazarene College, 1964. M.Ed., Bethel College, 1997.

Nikki Daniels, 1989. Associate Professor of Organizational Leadership Emerita. B.A. in Sociology, Trinity College, 1973. M.A. in Organizational Leadership, Bethel University, 1997.

Sarah Danielson, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Chemistry. B.A. in Biology, University of Northwestern-St. Paul, 2016.

Kjersten Darling, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in Communication, Third World Studies, Bethel University, 2010. M.A. in Narrative Theology, United Theological Seminary, 2015.

Michell Daymond, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2010.

Julie De Haan, 2011. Professor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Calvin College, 1988. M.S.N. in Nursing Education, Walden University, 2009. Ed.D. in Higher Education, Bethel University, 2021.

Teresa DeGolier, 1994. Professor of Biological Sciences Emerita. B.A. in Elementary Education, Calvin College, 1980. M.S. in Biological Sciences, Florida Atlantic University, 1990. Ph.D. in Animal Physiology, University of Minnesota, 1994.

William Derden, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Criminal Justice, Governors State University, 2001. M.A. in Special Education/Emotional Behavioral, University of St. Thomas, 2004. Ed.S. in K-12 Administration, University of St. Thomas, 2007. Ed.D. in K-12 Educational Leadership, Bethel University, 2019.

Michael Disher, 2023. Assistant Professor of Economics. B.A. in Economics, Wheaton College, 2016. M.A. in Economics, University of Illinois, 2023. Ph.D. in Economics, University of Illinois, 2023.

Ellis Doan, 2004. Professor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Biology, Albion College, 1995. Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology and Immunology, University of Wisconsin, 1999.

Jamie Dolieslager, 2000. Associate Professor of Athletic Training Emerita. B.S. in Exercise Science, Buena Vista University, 1997. M.S. in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, Emporia State University, 1999.

Karen Drake, 1993. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S. in Nursing, University of Illinois, 1971. M.S. in Nursing, University of Michigan, 1981. Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota, 2004.

Michael Dreher, 1997. Professor of Communication Emeritus. B.A. in Speech Communication/Theater, Mathematics, North Central College, 1989. M.A. in Communication Studies, University of Iowa, 1992. Ph.D. in Speech Communication, Louisiana State University, 1995.

Mengkun Du, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics. B.S. in Statistics, Beijing Normal University, 2015. M.S. in Software Engineering, University of St. Thomas, 2023. Ph.D. in Statistics, Peking University, 2021.

Lawrence Dunn, 2010. Adjunct Professor of Math and Computer Science. B.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1981. M.S. in Electrical Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1983. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Minnesota, 1992.

Diana Dutcher, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 2001. M.B.A., University of Phoenix, 2008.

Neal Dutton, 1980. Associate Professor of Human Kinetics and Applied Health Science Emeritus. B.A.Ed. in Physical Education, Eastern Washington University, 1979. M.S. in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation, South Dakota State University, 1980.

Eydie Dyke-Shypulski, 2015. Professor of Social Work. B.A. in English Literature, Asbury University, 1987. M.S.W., St. Louis University, 1997. D.Min. in Global and Contextual Studies, Bethel Seminary, 2017.

Amy Dykstra, 2011. Professor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Biology, University of Colorado, 1985. B.S. in Secondary Education, University of Wyoming, 1987. M.S. in Botany, University of Wyoming, 1995. Ph.D. in Plant Biological Sciences, University of Minnesota, 2013.

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Paul Eddy, 1997. Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Bethel College, 1983. M.A.T.S. in Theological Studies, Bethel Theological Seminary, 1991. Ph.D. in Religious Studies, Marquette University, 1998.

Brooke Eischens, APRN, CNM, 2019. Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2016. M.S. in Nurse Midwifery, Bethel University, 2019.

Lorraine Eitel, 1974. Associate Professor of English Emerita. B.A., Bethel College, 1959. M.A., Northwestern University, 1968.

Laura Elias, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Languages and Cultures. B.A. in Music, Winona State University, 1987. B.S. in Social Work, Winona State University, 1987. M.A. in Hispanic Linguistics, University of Minnesota, 1999. M.A. in English as a Second Language, University of Minnesota, 2000.

Kendall Engelke Davis, 2008. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in Elementary Education, Bethel University, 2007. M.Ed. in Education K-12, Bethel University, 2011.

Kasey Erickson, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Bethel University, 2016. M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy, Bethel Seminary, 2021.

Pamela Erwin, 2002. Professor of Biblical Studies Emerita. B.A. in Latin American Studies, University of North Carolina, 1991. M.A. in Youth and Family Ministry, Denver Seminary, 1996. D. Min. in Youth and Family Studies, Fuller Seminary, 2002.

Tim Essenburg, 1989. Professor of Economics Emeritus. B.A. in Economics & Finance, Covenant College, 1983. M.A., University of Tennessee, 1986. Ph.D. in Economics, University of Tennessee, 1991.

Amy Evans, 2018. Associate Professor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Northwestern College, 1996. M.S.E. in Counselor Education, University of Wisconsin, 2000. Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Wisconsin, 2010.

Victor Ezigbo, 2008. Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Theology, ECWA Theological Seminary, 2000. M.A. in Systematic Theology, Wheaton College, 2002. M.Th. in Theology, University of Edinburgh, 2005. Ph.D. in Theology and World Christianity, University of Edinburgh, 2008.

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Omar Fakhri, 2021. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy. B.A. in Philosophy, Biola University, 2009. M.A. in Philosophy, Texas Tech University, 2012. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of California, Berkeley, 2021.

Mary Fall, 1979. Associate Professor of Music Emerita. B.M., Northwestern College, 1951. M.M., MacPhail School of Music, 1952.

Karin Farrington, 2013. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Social Work, Bethel University, 2002. M.A. in Special Education EBD, Augsburg College, 2005.

Andrew Fernelius, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Speech Communications/Education and Coaching, University of St. Thomas, 1993. M.Div., Bethel Theological Seminary, 2000.

Bart Fischer, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of History, Philosophy, and Political Science. B.A. in Social Science, University of Northwestern-St. Paul, 1997. M.A. in Public and Nonprofit Administration, Metropolitan State University, 2003.

Roman Foore, 2018. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Kinesiology, Texas Lutheran University, 1998.

Lisa Fossum, MSN, PHN, RN, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. M.S.N. in Nursing, Metropolitan State University, 2018. B.S. in Biology, Buena Vista University, 1994.

Amy Fox, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S. in Biology, Bethel University, 2008. M.A. in Teaching, Hamline University, 2015.

Leta Frazier, 1982. Professor of Communication Studies Emerita. B.A. in English, Tennessee Temple College, 1959. M.A.T. in English, University of Tennessee, 1961. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1988.

Joel Frederickson, 1996. Professor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Bethel College, 1989. M.A. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1992. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology/Social Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1997.

Molly Fredrickson, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2005.

Kirk Freeman, 1987. Professor of Art Emeritus. B.A. in Art, Bethel College, 1974. M.F.A., University of Puget Sound, 1977.

Pamela Friesen, 1985. Associate Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S.N. in Nursing, University of Mary Hardin, 1976. M.S. in Nursing, University of Texas, 1985. Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota, 2003.

Katie Friesen Smith, 2014. Adjunct Associate Professor of General Studies. B.S. in Youth Ministry, Christian Education, Bible, Northwestern College, 1990. M.Div., Bethel Seminary, 1995. D.Min. in Congregational and Family Care, Bethel University, 2008.

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Leo Gabriel, 1991. Professor of Business. B.S. in Mathematics, Grand Valley State University, 1978. M.S. in Business Administration and Accounting, Temple University, 1987. Ph.D. in Business Administration and Accounting, Anderson University, 2007.

Debra Garvey, 2023. Private Lesson Instructor. B.A. in Music Education, St. Olaf College, 1979. M.A. in Education, Hamline University, 2001.

Chris Gehrz, 2003. Professor of History. B.A. in History, College of William and Mary, 1996. M.A. in History, Yale University, 1998. M.Phil. in History, Yale University, 2000. Ph.D. in History, Yale University, 2002.

Bethany Gerdin, PhD, RN, CNE, 2013. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2007. Ph.D. in Nursing, University of Minnesota, 2015.

Linde Getahun, 1994. Associate Professor of Psychology Emerita. B.A., Antioch University, 1980. M.S., University of LaVerne, 1982. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1997.

Laura Gilbertson, 2005. Associate Professor of Reconciliation Studies. B.A., University of Minnesota, 2000. M.Div., Bethel Seminary, 2005. M.A. in Sociology, University of Minnesota, 2021.

Charles Goldberg, 2016. Associate Professor of History. B.A. in History, Concordia College, 2007. M.A. in History, M.Phil. in History, Syracuse University, 2013. Ph.D. in History, Syracuse University, 2016.

Eric Gossett, 1978. Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science Emeritus. B.A. in Mathematics, University of California, 1972. M.S. in Mathematics, University of Arizona, 1974. Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Arizona, 1984.

Nathan Gossett, 2007. Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science. B.A. in Mathematics, Bethel University, 2002. B.S. in Computer Science, Bethel University, 2002. Ph.D. in Computer Science, University of Minnesota, 2007.

Foster Graif, 2020. Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education. B.S. in Mathematics Education, Minnesota State University, 2012. M.A. in Mathematics Education, University of Minnesota, 2018. Ph.D. in STEM Education, University of Minnesota, 2020.

Janiece Gray, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Community Health. B.S. in Social Work, Bethel University, 1997. M.H.A., University of Minnesota, 2001.

Adele Greenlee, 1993. Professor of Education Emerita. B.A., Trinity College, 1967. M.A., University of Minnesota, 1975. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1992.

Andrew Greenlee, 2014. Adjunct Instructor of Philosophy. B.A. in Economics, Philosophy, Bethel University, 2008. M.A. in Philosophy, University of Rochester, 2013. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Rochester, 2018.

Thomas Greenlee, 1979. Professor of Physics Emeritus. B.S. in Chemistry, Michigan Technological University, 1970. M.S. in Physics, California Institute of Technology, 1973. Ph.D. in Physics, California Institute of Technology, 1978.

Nicole Greufe, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.S. in Biological Systems Engineering, University of Nebraska, 2016. M.S. in Biokinesiology, University of Southern California, 2019.

Weily Grina-Shay, 2018. Private Lesson Instructor of Music. B.M. in Clarinet Performance, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, 2013. M.M. in Clarinet Performance, Peabody Institute of Music, 2016.

Merrin Guice Gill, 2019. Associate Professor of Music. B.A. in Voice Performance, Spelman College, 2002. M.M. in Choral Conducting, Rutgers University, 2004. D.M.A. in Choral Conducting, University of Wisconsin, 2009.

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Rushika Hage, 2015. Adjunct Instructor of History. B.A. in History, College of St. Benedict, 1993. M.A. in Medieval History, University of California, 1997.

Emily Hagen, 2015. Private Lesson Instructor in Viola. B.A. in English, St. Olaf College, 2000. M.M. in Viola Performance, Cleveland Institute of Music, 2010.

Amanda Hamilton, 2013. Professor of Art. B.S. in Drawing and Painting, Biola University, 2000. M.F.A. in Painting, Claremont Graduate University, 2005.

Alyssa Hamre Kontak, 2014. Assistant Professor of Physics. B.S. in Physics, Wheaton College, 2008. M.S. in Physics, University of Minnesota, 2011.

Chuck Hannema, 2002. Associate Professor of Business Emeritus. B.A. in Economics, Wheaton College, 1978. M.B.A. in Finance, University of Minnesota, 1984.

Angela Hanson, 2008. Private Lesson Instructor in Violin. B.M. in Violin Performance, St. Olaf College, 2003. M.M. in Violin Performance, University of Minnesota, 2005. D.M.A. in Violin Performance, University of Minnesota, 2007.

Carol Hargate, 2009. Professor of Nursing. B.S., University of Minnesota, 1976. Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, University of Minnesota, 1981. M.P.H., University of Minnesota, 1981. Ph.D., Capella University, 2009.

Jason Harms, 2006. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.A. in Business, Northwestern College, 1995.

Justine Harren, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Elementary Education, Physics Secondary Education, Bethel University, 2017. M.Ed. in STEM Leadership, American College of Education, 2020.

Mary Ann Harris, 2005. Professor of Business. B.A. in Journalism, Advertising, University of Wisconsin, 1985. M.B.A., Washington University, 1992. Ph.D. in Strategic Marketing Communications, University of Minnesota, 2007.

Tracy Harris, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Psychology, University of Wisconsin, 1994. J.D., William Mitchell College of Law, 2004.

Dorothy Haugen, 1995. Assistant Professor of Physical Education Emerita. B.S., Wheaton College, 1959. M.Ed., Bethel College, 1993.

Kaz Hayashi, 2022. Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Pastoral Studies, Moody Bible Institute, 2012. M.A. in Biblical & Ancient Near Eastern Archaeology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 2017. Ph.D. in Religion, Baylor University, 2022.

Julie Hedlund, 2017. Adjunct Associate Professor of Business. B.S. in Business Administration, University of Nebraska, 1979. M.B.A., Cardinal Stritch University, 1990.

Katelin Held, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Communication Arts and Literature Education 5-12, Bethel University, 2011. M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction with K-12, Concordia University, 2016.

Jessica Henderson, 2011. Professor of Design. B.A. in Studio Art, Bethel University, 2007. M.F.A. in Print, Paper Book, Minneapolis College of Art and Design, 2011.

Jon Henderson, 2018. Adjunct Instructor of Art and Design. B.S. in Youth Ministry, Bible Northwestern College, 2002. M.A. in Theological Studies, University of Northwestern-St. Paul, 2008.

Steven Henkel, 1986. Professor of Human Kinetics and Applied Health Science Emeritus. B.S. in Physical Education, University of Wisconsin, 1977. M.S. in Physical Education Curriculum and Teaching, University of Wisconsin, 1984. Ph.D. in Physical Education Curriculum and Teaching, University of Wisconsin, 1986.

Stacy Hepburn, 2024. Assistant Professor of Social Work. B.S.W., SUNY College, 2007. M.S.W., New York University, 2008.

Jon Herbrechtsmeyer, 2002. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Business, Organizational Management, Gustavus Adolphus College, 1992. M.S. in Physical Education, Sport Management, Wayne State College, 1994.

Juan Hernandez, 2006. Professor of Biblical Studies. B.S.B. in Pastoral Ministry, Valley Forge Christian College, 1991. M.Div. in Pastoral Ministry, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 1998. Th.M. in New Testament, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 2000. Ph.D. in New Testament and Early Christianity, Emory University, 2006.

John Herzog, 1981. Professor of Biblical Studies Emeritus. B.A., Wheaton College, 1957. M.A., Wheaton College, 1966. Ph.D., Hartford Seminary Foundation, 1972.

Julie Hogan, 2017. Associate Professor of Physics. B.A. in Physics, Vanderbilt University, 2009. M.S. in Physics, Rice University, 2012. Ph.D. in Physics, Rice University, 2015.

Meghan Hohenstein, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Spanish, Northern Michigan University, 2018.

Ann Holland, 2006. Professor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Indiana University, 1983. M.A. in Nursing, Bethel College, 2000. Ph.D. in Education Policy and Administration, University of Minnesota, 2011.

Brian Holland, 1985. Associate Professor of Business. B.S. in Management and Administration, Indiana University, 1979. M.B.A. in Managerial Finance, Indiana University, 1981.

Michael Holmes, 1982. University Professor of Biblical Studies and Early Christianity Emeritus. B.A., University of California, 1973. M.A., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 1976. Ph.D., Princeton Theological Seminary, 1984.

Sandi Horn, 1997. Associate Professor of Education Emerita. B.A. in Elementary Education, Bethel College, 1973. M.A. in Elementary Education, University of Minnesota, 1986. Ed.D. in Educational Administration, University of Minnesota, 2008.

Ryan Hovis, 2016. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Bethel University, 2009. M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Wheaton College, 2011. Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology, Wheaton College, 2016.

(Lily) Xiaoqing Huang, 2018. Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics. B.S. in Mathematics Education, Guangxi Normal University, China, 1994. M.S. in Applied Mathematics, Guangxi University, China, 2003. M.B.A., University of Northwestern-St. Paul, 2017.

Krystal Humphreys, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Texas Tech University, 2007. B.A. in Dance, Texas Tech University, 2017. M.Ed. in Counselor Education, Texas Tech University, 2013. Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervison, Texas Tech University, 2017.

Stephen Hunt, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A., Bethel College, 1985. M.A.T., University of St. Thomas, 1991. M.A.E.S.L., Hamline University, 2014.

James Hurd, 1982. Professor of Anthropology Emeritus. B.A. in Anthropology, California State College, 1966. M.A., Pennsylvania State University, 1972. Ph.D. in Anthropology, Pennsylvania State University, 1981.

Brian Hyatt, 2003. Professor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Secondary Education, Life Science, Bethel College, 1993. B.S. in Biology, Bethel College, 1993. Ph.D. in Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology and Genetics, University of Minnesota, 1998.

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Paul Ives, 2008. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Secondary Teaching, History, Briar-Cliff University, 2001. M.B.A., Cardinal Stritch University, 2008.

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Leah Jackson, 2016. Associate Professor of Applied Health Sciences. B.S. in Exercise Science, Bethel University, 2009. D.P.T. in Physical Therapy, Saint Catherine University, 2012.

Jeff Jacob, 2007. Professor of Economics. B.A. in Economics, St. Stephen's College, Delhi University, India, 1997. M.A. in Economics, Delhi School of Economics, Delhi University, India., 1999. M.A. in Economics, Southern Methodist University, 2003. Ph.D. in Economics, Southern Methodist University, 2006.

Grace Jang, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics. B.S. in Mathematics, Loyola University, 2000. M.S. in Mathematics, Loyola University, 2000. M.A.T. in Mathematics, University of Chicago, 2002.

JB Jawabrah Al Hourani, 2022. Associate Professor of Chemistry. B.S. in Chemistry, University of Jordan, 1993. M.S. in Chemistry, Mu'tah University, 1999. Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Chemnitz University of Technology, 2005.

Andy Johnson, 1995. Associate Professor of Psychology Emeritus. B.A. in Psychology, Drury College, 1983. M.A. in Psychology, University of Notre Dame, 1987. Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of Notre Dame, 1990.

Dale Johnson, 1970. Professor of Art Emeritus. B.S., Western Michigan University, 1967. M.F.A., Michigan State University, 1970.

Gregg Johnson, 1975. Professor of Biological Sciences Emeritus. B.A., Bethel College, 1969. M.S., University of North Dakota, 1971. Ph.D., University of North Dakota, 1975.

Herbert Johnson, 2008. Professor of Music Emeritus. B.M.E., Evangel University, 1978. M.M. in Piano Performance, University of Missouri, 1980. D.M.A. in Piano Performance, Manhattan School of Music, 1992.

Lucie Johnson, 1980. Professor of Psychology Emerita. M.A. in Medine, Family and Sexological Sciences, Pedagogical Sciences, University of Louvain, Belgium, 1964. Ph.D in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1970.

Ian Johnston, 1988. Professor of Biological Sciences Emeritus. B.A., University of Cambridge, 1970. M.A., University of Cambridge, 1974. Ph.D., University of California, 1978.

Sara Jones, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S. in Physics, University of Minnesota, 2005. M.A.Ed. in Science Education, University of Minnesota, 2007.

Rachel Jorgensen, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Education, Augsburg College, 2004. M.A. in Special Education, E/BD and SLD, Augsburg College, 2006.

Maureen Juarez, 1984. Assistant Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S.N. in Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1968. M.S.N. in Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1977.

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Peter Kapsner, 2002. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.S., Bethel College, 1994. M.Div., Bethel Seminary, 2000. Ph.D., University of Edinburgh, 2012.

Mark Kausch, 1991. Private Lesson Instructor in Double Bass. B.A., St. Olaf College, 1984. M.M., The Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, 1986.

Brenna Keefe, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Human Services. B.A. in Human Services and Psychology, Bethel University, 2018. M.A. in Strategic Leadership, Bethel University, 2022.

Beth Keister, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Civil Engineering, Iowa State University, 1982.

Peggy Kendall, 1999. Professor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Communication, Bethel College, 1983. M.A. in Education, University of St. Thomas, 1988. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, St. Mary's University, 1997. Ph.D. in Communication, University of Minnesota, 2004.

Lisa Kepple, 2015. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Health Education 5-12, Physical Education K-12, Bethel University, 2010. M.A. in Education K-12, Bethel University, 2014. Ed.D. in Leadership in K-12 Administration, Bethel University, 2019.

Evelyn Kim, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Art and Design. B.F.A. in Ceramics, University of Minnesota, 2014. M.A. in Ceramic Design, Staffordshire University, 2020.

Rollin King, 2001. Professor of Chemistry. B.S.S. in Chemistry, Mathematics, Huntington College, 1995. Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of Georgia, 1999.

William Kinney, 1998. Professor of Mathematics. B.A. in Mathematics, Bethel College, 1990. M.S. in Mathematics, University of Minnesota, 1995. Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of Minnesota, 1996.

Megan Kirchoff, 2011. Adjunct Instructor in Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Human Environmental Studies, University of Missouri, 2009. M.Ed. in Sports Management, University of Minnesota, 2010.

Logan Kix, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Finance and Economics, Bethel University, 2015. M.B.A., University of St. Thomas, 2021.

Herb Klem, 1980. Professor of Global and Contextual Ministries Emeritus. M.S. in Education, Hofstra University, 1963. M.Div., Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary, 1965. Ph.D. in Missology, Fuller Theological Seminary, 1977.

Merilee Klemp, 2016. Private Lesson Instructor in Oboe. B.A., Augsburg University, 1975. M.A., University of Minnesota, 1986. D.M.A., Eastman School of Music, 2003.

Todd Kline, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of History, Philosophy, and Political Science. B.A., Wheaton College, 1998. L.L.M., University of Virginia, 2012. J.D., University of Iowa College of Law, 2001.

David Klostreich, 1970. Associate Professor of Physical Education Emeritus. B.A., Northwestern College, 1964. B.S.Ed., University of North Dakota, 1965. M.A., University of North Dakota, 1977. Ed.D., Brigham Young University, 1985.

James Koch, 1984. Professor of Psychology Emeritus. B.S., Houghton College, 1972. M.A., Western Kentucky University, 1975. Ph.D., New School for Social Research, 1984.

AnneMarie Kooistra, 2005. Professor of History. B.A. in History, English, Calvin College, 1995. M.A. in History, University of Southern California, 1998. Ph.D. in History, University of Southern California, 2003.

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Katelyn Lane, 2016. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in Communication, Bethel University, 2009. M.Ed. in Student Affairs, Regent University, 2016.

Marion Larson, 1986. Professor of English. B.A. in English, Wheaton College, 1982. Ph.D. in English, University of Minnesota, 1992.

William Lawrenz, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of English and Journalism. B.A. in Psychology, Seattle Pacific University, 1985. M.Ed. in Curriculum, Instruction, and Technology in Education (TESOL), Temple University, 2000.

John Lawyer, 1976. Professor of Political Science Emeritus. A.B., Harvard College, 1960. M.A., University of Delaware, 1965. M.P.A., Harvard University, 1970. Ph.D., Tufts University, 1976.

Joyce LeMay, 2006. Associate Professor of Business. B.S. in Food Service Administration, University of Wisconsin, 1985. M.B.A. in Human Resource Management, Metropolitan State University, 1998.

Erik Leafblad, 2015. Assistant Professor of Missional Ministries. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Bethel University, 2004. M.Div., Princeton Seminary, 2007. Ph.D. in Pastoral Care and Counseling, Luther Seminary, 2021.

Elisabeth Lefebvre, 2018. Associate Professor of Education. B.A. in History and Political Science, Miami University, 2006. M.A. in International Studies, University of Oregon, 2012. Ph.D. in Comparative and International Development Education, University of Minnesota, 2016.

Nathan Lemke, 2018. Adjunct Associate Professor of Physics and Engineering. B.S. in Physics, Bethel University, 2006. Ph.D. in Physics, University of Colorado, 2012.

Jason Li, 1985. Professor of Psychology Emeritus. B.A. in Biology, Northwestern University, 1978. M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Michigan State University, 1981. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Michigan State University, 1985.

Ben K Lim, 2002. Professor of Marital and Family Therapy Emeritus. B.A.S., University of Malaya, 1975. M.A., Fuller Theological Seminary, 1989. Ph.D., Texas Tech University, 2000.

Minyoung Lim, 2021. Assistant Professor of Social Work. M.S.W. in Social Work, University of Pittsburgh, 2014. Ph.D. in Social Work, Indiana University, 2022.

Gregg Lindberg, 2006. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Business, Bethel University, 2004. M.A. in Organizational Leadership, Bethel University, 2006. M.A. in Public Adminstration, Hamline University, 2013.

Mary Lindell, 2015. Associate Professor of Education. M.A. in Education and Human Development, George Washington University, 1992. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 2013.

Nathan Lindquist, 2011. Professor of Physics. B.S. in Physics, Bethel College, 2002. M.S. in Physics, University of Minnesota, 2005. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2010.

Amie Lorence Grubidge, 2016. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Communication Studies, Bethel University, 2012. M.A. in Special Education, Bethel University, 2013.

Erica Lynch, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in English & Secondary Education, Colorado Christian University, 2006. M.A. in Educational Psychology, University of Colorado, 2011.

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Diana Magnuson, 1994. Professor of History Emerita. B.A. in History and Political Science, Bethel College, 1988. M.A. in History, University of Minnesota, 1992. Ph.D. in History, University of Minnesota, 1995.

Gina Maltese-Preciado, 2012. Adjunct Instructor of Spanish Language. B.S. in Secondary Education, Spanish/English, Concordia University, 1985. M.A. in Spanish Peninsular Literature, University of Nebraska, 1988. M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, Columbia University, 1992.

Andrew Marquardt, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Math and Computer Science. B.S. in Information Systems, Minnesota State University, 2012. M.B.A. in Business Data Analytics, University of St. Thomas, 2020.

Abbie Marten, 2022. Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Biology, Augustana University, 2021. M.S. in Anatomical Sciences, University of Alabama, 2022.

Jill Martin, 1996. Associate Professor of Education. B.A. in Social Studies Secondary Education, Bethel University, 1983. M.A. in Educational Psychology, St. Thomas University, 1988. Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction in Higher Education, Nova Southeastern University, 2001.

Carole Mason Smith, 2017. Private Lesson Instructor in Music and Theatre. B.S., Wayne State University, 1976.

Peg McCormick, 2009. Associate Professor of Education. B.A. in Liberal Arts, Metropolitan State University, 1994. M.A. in Special Education, University of Minnesota, 1996. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 2009.

Michael McElroy, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.S. in Education, Southern Illinois Unversity, 2012. M.A. in Education, University of Minnesota, 2015.

Karen McKinney, 1995. Professor of Biblical Studies Emerita. B.A. in English Literature, University of Minnesota, 1984. M.Div. in Christian Formation and Discipleship, Fuller Theological Seminary, 1990. M.S. in Experiential Education, Mankato State University, 1995. Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, University of St. Thomas, 2012.

Steven McNeel, 1978. Professor of Psychology Emeritus. B.A., Westmont College, 1964. Ph.D., University of California, 1969.

Heather McNiel, 2018. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in English, Biola University, 2004. M.A. in English, University of St. Thomas, 2009.

Daniel Meyer, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Business Administration, Bethel University, 2004. M.A. in Strategic Leadership, North Central University, 2020.

Kimberley Meyer, 1997. Associate Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.A. in Nursing, College of St. Catherine, 1979. M.S.N. in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1987. Ed.D. in Educational Leadership, University of St. Thomas, 2004.

Rick Meyer, 2005. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Athletic Training, Physical Education/Health, Bethel College, 2003. M.A. in Organizational Leadership, Bethel University, 2013.

Mary Michener, 2012. Associate Professor of General Studies. B.S. in Child/Adolescent Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1992. Ed.D. in Work, Community, and Family, University of Minnesota, 2002.

Michael Mignard, 2002. Associate Professor of Education. B.A. in Physical Education, Health, Bible, Cedarville University, 1979. M.R.E. in School Administration, Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary, 1989. Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, Trinity Theological Seminary, 2004.

Mackenzie Moe, 2024. Adjunct Instructor in Nursing. B.S.N. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2019.

Caleb Molstad, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.S. in Intercultural Studies, Corban University, 2009. M.A. in Medieval Studies, Western Michigan University, 2016. M.A. in English, University of Minnesota, 2020. Ph.D. in English, University of Minnesota, 2023.

Christopher Moore, 2008. Associate Professor of Political Science. B.A. in Political Science, Albion College, 2000. M.A. in Political Science, Ohio State University, 2003. Ph.D. in Political Science, Ohio State University, 2008.

Shawn Moore, 2010. Instructor of General Education. B.S. in Ministries, Northwestern College, 2004. M.A. in Global and Contextual Studies, Bethel Seminary, 2009. M.Div., United Seminary, 2013. D.Min. in Public Theology, United Seminary, 2020.

Glenn Morehouse Olson, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.F.A., Stephens College, 1987. M.A.T., Bethel University, 2005.

Jan Mrozinski, 2016. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Individual/Family Studies, Kent State University, 1993. M.A. in Professional Counseling, Colorado Christian University, 1997. M.Ed. in Emotionally and Behaviorally Disordered, Specific Learning Disabilities, Bethel University, 2003.

David Muhovich, 1995. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.A. in Biology, Religious Studies, Macalester College, 1978. M.P.H., M.S. in Environmental Health, Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1995. Ph.D. in Nursing, University of Minnesota, 2013.

Sam Mulberry, 2003. Assistant Professor of History. B.A. in History, Bethel College, 1999. M.A. in History, University of Minnesota, 2003.

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Brittany Nairn, 2018. Associate Professor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Biology/Premedicine, Augustana College, 2007. Ph.D. in Microbiology/Immunology, University of North Carolina, 2011.

Ruth Nelson, 2001. Professor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Third-World Studies, Bethel College, 1996. M.A. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1998. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 2002.

Sara Nelson, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Elementary Education, Bethel University, 2000. M.A. in Education, Saint Mary's University, 2007.

Katherine Nevins, 1981. Professor of Psychology Emerita. B.A. in Psychology, University of Colorado, 1971. M.S. in Counseling and Student Personnel, Kansas State University, 1975. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1986.

Jana Nohrenberg, DNP, RN, CCNS, CCRN, 2023. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 1995. M.S.N. in Nursing, University of Texas Health Science Center, 2006. D.N.P., University of Cincinnati, 2022.

Laura Nugteren MA, RN, CCRN, 2017. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, South Dakota State Univerity, 2003. M.A. in Nursing Education, Bethel University, 2008.

Sara Nylin, DNP, RNC, 2015. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.S.N. in Nursing, University of Nebraska, 1997. M.S.N. in Maternal/Women's Health, University of Nebraska, 2002. D.N.P., Bethel University, 2021.

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Megan O'Brien, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S.N. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2018.

Ann O'Neill, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Environmental Biology, Taylor University, 2006. Ph.D. in Natural Resources Sciences and Management, University of Minnesota, 2015.

Alicia Ochs, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Education, Azusa Pacific University, 2000. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Bethel University, 2007.

Cheryl Oie, 1999. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.Mus. in Vocal Performance/Piano, Wheaton College, 1977. M.M. in Vocal Performance, University of Minnesota, 1998.

Nancy Olen, 1982. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S.N. in Nursing, North Park College, 1964. M.S.N., University of Minnesota, 1982. Ed.D., University of St. Thomas, 1993.

Bruce Olsen, 1998. Associate Professor of Business Emeritus. B.A. in Business, Bethel College, 1978. M.B.A. in Accounting, University of Minnesota, 1990.

Joel Olson, 2014. Adjunct Instructor of General Education. B.A. in Theatre, Gustavus Adolphus College, 1989. M.A. in Teaching, Bethel University, 2013.

Melissa Olson, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S. in Biology and General Resource Management, University of Wisconsin, 2005. M.A. in Education in Natural Science and Environmental Education, Hamline University, 2012.

Richard Olson, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Business and Economics, Political Science, Bethel College, 1971. M.A. in Communications, Wheaton College, 1976. M.A. in Christian Thought, Trinity International Univeristy, 2000.

Bethany Opsata, 2001. Associate Professor of Business. B.A. in Business, Bethel College, 1993. M.A. in Human Resources and Industrial Relations, University of Minnesota, 2000. Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development, University of Minnesota, 2020.

Lisa Ouren, 2016. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Elementary Education, Northwestern University, 1997. M.A. in Special Education (Emotional Behavior Disorders and Learning Disabilities), Bethel University, 2001.

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Andrew Paine, 2024. Associate Professor of Business. B.A. in Accounting and Finance, George Fox University, 2005. M.B.A., Hope International University, 2011.

Seth Paradis, 2006. Professor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Health Fitness, Gustavus Adolphus College, 1996. M.S. in Human Performance/Biomechanics, University of Wisconsin, 2000. Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, University of Pittsburgh, 2003.

Tina Park, 2006. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music. B.A. in Piano Performance, Shanghai Conservatory of Music, 1998. M.Mus. in Piano Performance, University of Notre Dame, 2000. D.M.A. in Piano Performance, University of Minnesota, 2005.

Allyson Partin, 2023. Private Lesson Instructor of French Horn. B.M. in Horn Performance, Johns Hopkins University, 2002. M.M. in Horn Performance Orchestral, McGill University, 2005.

Patricia Paulson, 1999. Professor of Science Education Emerita. B.S. in Psychology, Muskingum College, 1972. M.S. in Educational Administration, St. Cloud State University, 1979. Ph.D., Capella University, 2005.

Jolene Pearson, 2012. Associate Professor of Education Emerita. B.A. in Early Childhood Studies, University of Minnesota, 1976. M.S. in Early Childhood, Wheelock College, 1980. Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Minnesota, 2016.

Graciela Perez, 2024. Professor of Languages and Cultures. D.E.A. in French Philology, Universidad Nacional de Educación a la Distancia, 2005. Ph.D. in French Philology, Universidad Nacional de Educación a la Distancia, 2006.

Kenneth Petersen, 2003. Professor of Biological Sciences Emeritus. B.A. in Biology, Dordt College, 1979. M.S. in Wildlife Biology, Iowa State University, 1982. Ph.D. in Animal Ecology, Iowa State University, 1986.

Beth Peterson, 1982. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S., University of Illinois, 1974. M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction, University of St. Thomas, 1979. M.S. in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1983. M.A. in Christian Thought, Bethel Seminary, 2002. D.Min. in Congregational and Family Care, Bethel Seminary, 2009.

Eric Peterson, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in Psychology, Bethel University, 2015. M.A. in Counseling and Psychological Services, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, 2020.

Richard Peterson, 1980. University Professor of Physics Emeritus. B.S. in Physics and Mathematics, Wisconsin State University, 1964. M.S. in Physics, Michigan State University, 1966. Ph.D. in Physics, Michigan State University, 1969.

Sandra Peterson, 1981. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S., Cornell University, 1966. M.S., University of Minnesota, 1977. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1993.

Amy Poppinga, 2012. Adjunct Associate Professor of History. B.A. in History, Education, Bethel College, 1999. M.A. in Islamic Studies, Luther Seminary, 2006. Ph.D. in Islamic Studies/Christian - Muslim Relations, University of Exeter, 2019.

Dennis Port, 1995. Professor of Music Emeritus. B.A. in Music Education, Bethel College, 1966. M.Div., Bethel Seminary, 1970. M.A., University of Minnesota, 1979. Ph.D., New York University, 1987.

Jeffrey Port, 2001. Professor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Biology, Bethel College, 1990. Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior, University of Minnesota, 1998.

Don Postema, 1978. Professor of Philosophy Emeritus. B.A., Wheaton College, 1969. M.T.S., Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 1971. M.Phil., Columbia University, 1977. Ph.D., Columbia University, 1989.

John Potts, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Economics and History, Emory University, 1979. M.Div. in Christian Education/Youth Ministry, Bethel University, 1991.

John Povolny, 2011. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.A. in Music, Luther College, 2003. M.M. in Music, University of Minnesota, 2008.

Angela Preston, 2006. Associate Professor of English. B.A. in Drama, Florida State University, 1987. M.F.A. in Creative Writing, Warren Wilson College, 2001.

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Leah Qubty, 2022. Assistant Professor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Food/Nutrition/Dietetics and Biology, Concordia College, 2010. M.S. in Applied Nutrition, Northeastern University, 2017. D.C.N., University of North Florida, 2022.

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Wayne Raman-Nair, 2023. Professor of Physics and Engineering. B.S. in Mathematics, University of the West Indies, 1977. B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, University of West Indies, 1981. M.Eng. in Ocean Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, 1985. Ph.D. in Ocean Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland, 1990.

Carl Rasmussen, 1980. Professor of Old Testament Emeritus. B.A., Luther College, 1964. B.D., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 1969. Th.M., Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, 1971. Ph.D., Dropsie University, 1981.

Jay Rasmussen, 1997. Professor of Education Emeritus. B.S. in Elementary Education, Florida State University, 1975. M.A. in Educational Administration, University of Minnesota, 1986. Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Minnesota, 1996.

Jayanti Ray, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Speech Language and Pathology. M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, 1993. Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology, Bhavnager University, 1998.

Paul Reasoner, 1984. Professor of Philosophy Emeritus. B.A. in Philosophy, English Literature, Bethel College, 1975. M.A. in Asian Thought and Religion, Sophia University, Japan, 1980. M.A. in Philosophy, University of Minnesota, 1982. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Minnesota, 1986.

Rick Rees, 1980. Professor of Theatre Arts Emeritus. B.A. in Theatre Arts, California State University, 1972. M.A. in Theatre Arts, University of Kansas, 1974. M.F.A., University of Minnesota, 1990.

James Reynhout, 1980. Professor of Biological Sciences Emeritus. A.B., Barrington College, 1964. M.S., Brown University, 1968. Ph.D., Brown University, 1971.

Mark Rhoads, 1988. Professor of Music Emeritus. B.M. in Choral Music Education, Biola University, 1972. M.A. in Choral Conducting, California State University, 1981. D.M.A. in Music Education, Choral Conducting, University of Oregon, 1990.

Benjamin Rhodes, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of History, Philosophy, and Political Science. B.S. in Biomedical Engineering, Louisiana Tech University, 1998. M.Div. in Theological Studies, Greek, and Hebrew, Bethel Theological Seminary, 2007. Ph.D. in Systematic Theology, University of Aberdeen, 2022.

Daniel Ritchie, 1985. Professor of English Emeritus. B.A. in Greek, Amherst College, 1978. M.A. in English, Rutgers University, 1980. Ph.D. in English, Rutgers University, 1985.

Ruben Rivera, 1997. Associate Professor of History Emeritus. B.A., Vangard University, 1986. M.A.T.S., Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 1989. Ph.D., Boston University, 2007.

George Robinson, 1969. Professor of Art Emeritus. B.F.A., Hartford Art School, Univeristy of Hartford, 1961.

Elizabeth Roddy, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Art and Design. B.S. in Music, Business, Art History, University of Minnesota, 2015. M.A. in Art History, Latin American Studies, University of Chicago, 2017.

Ken Rohly, 1987. Professor of Chemistry Emeritus. B.S. in Chemistry, Spring Arbor University, 1980. Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry, University of Pittsburgh, 1985.

Wayne Roosa, 1983. University Professor of Art History Emeritus. B.F.A. in Painting, B.A. in Art History, University of Colorado, 1973. M.A. in Art History, Rutgers University, 1977. Ph.D. in Art History, Rutgers University, 1989.

Matthew Runion, 2002. Adjunct Instructor of General Education. B.A. in Religious Studies, University of Sioux Falls, 1995. M.Div. in Global Evangelism and Contextual Ministry, Bethel Theological Seminary, 2003.

Andrew Russell, 2013. Adjunct Assistant Professor of General Education. B.S. in Mathematics Education, Northwestern College, 2001. M.A. in Theological Studies, Bethel Seminary, 2005. Ph.D. in Historical Theology, Saint Louis University, 2013.

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Angela Sabates, 2003. Professor of Psychology. B.S. in Psychology, University of Miami, 1984. M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Northwestern University, 1986. Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Northwestern University, 1989.

Jessica Samens, 2009. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Communication, Winona State University, 2004. M.A. in Speech Communication, Minnesota State University, 2006. Ph.D. in Health Communication, University of Wisconsin, 2017.

Shawn Sauve, 2000. Associate Professor of Business. B.S. in Accounting, Oral Roberts University, 1991. M.B.A. in Finance, Business Environment and Public Policy, University of Rochester, 1995. M.A.T.S., Bethel Seminary, 2012.

Marjorie Schaffer, 1984. University Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.A. in Nursing, Gustavus Adolphus College, 1971. M.S. in Community Health Nursing, Boston College, 1973. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1993.

Lindsay Schlemmer, 2021. Private Lesson Instructor in Cello. B.M. in Cello Performance, Illinois Wesleyan University, 2009. M.M. in Cello Performance, University of Minnesota, 2011. D.M.A. in Cello Performance, University of Minnesota, 2018.

Lori Schmidt, 2013. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Chemistry. B.A. in Chemistry, Bethel University, 2002. Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of Iowa, 2007.

Kathlene Scholljegerdes, 1998. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. M.A. in Organizational Leadership, Bethel University, 2001. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Bethel University, 2004. Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology, University of St. Thomas, 2008.

Harley Schreck, 1988. Professor of Anthropology Emeritus. B.A. in Mathematics, University of Idaho, 1970. M.A. in Anthropology, University of Montana, 1977. Ph.D. in Anthropology, University of Washington, 1984.

Faith Schumann, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.S. in Genetics and Cell Development, University of Minnesota, 2000. D.C. in Chiropractic, Northwestern Health Sciences University, 2006.

Susan Schwope, 2000. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S., Moorhead State University, 1988. B.A., Moorhead State University, 1988. M.S., Moorhead State University, 1993.

Jennifer Scott, 2002. Adjunct Instructor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Youth Ministries, Bethel College, 1995. M.A. in Theological Studies, Bethel Seminary, 2002.

Rebecca Seaberg, 2004. Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science Emerita. B.A. in Mathematics and Secondary Education, Bethel College, 1977. M.A. in Mathematics Education, University of Minnesota, 1988.

Lisa Sellner, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.S. in Business Administration, University of South Dakota, 1991. M.B.A., University of St. Thomas, 1997.

Sara Shady, 2002. Professor of Philosophy. B.A. in Philosophy, Taylor University, 1998. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of South Carolina, 2003.

Timothy Shaw, 1985. Professor of Biological Sciences Emeritus. B.A. in Biology, St. Mary's College, 1977. Ph.D. in Anatomy, University of Minnesota, 1988.

Janelle Shearer, 2010. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S., University of Iowa, 1993. M.A., Bethel University, 2007.

Christopher Shofner, 2021. Associate Professor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Mass Media, Henderson State University, 2005. M.F.A. in Electronic Art, University of Cincinnati, 2008.

Kevin Shull, 1997. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.A. in Music Education, University of Kansas, 1987. M.M. in Music Ministry, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, 1996.

Kayla Skeate, 2020. Assistant Professor of Nursing. B.A. in Nursing, Concordia College, 2015. M.A. in Pediatric Nurse Practioner, St. Catherine University, 2019. D.N.P., St. Catherine University, 2021.

Jake Smith, 2019. Adjunct Instructor in Mathematics. B.A. in Mathematics, Physics, Bethel University, 2013.

Ripley Smith, 2008. Professor of Media Communication. B.A. in Speech Communication, University of Dubuque, 1986. M.A. in Intercultural Communication, University of Minnesota, 1990. Ph.D. in Intercultural Communication, University of Minnesota, 1996.

Mari Smitsdorff, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Dordt University, 2021.

Leann Snow, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Chemistry, Bethel College, 1976. M.D. in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Minnesota, 1980. Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology, University of Minnesota, 2004.

Scott Sochay, 1999. Associate Professor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Telecommunications, Michigan State University, 1984. M.B.A. in Marketing, Michigan State University, 1989. Ph.D. in Communication Arts and Sciences, Michigan State University, 1998.

Debbie Solomon, DNP, FNP-C, PHN, 1998. Clinical Associate Professor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel College, 1984. M.S. in Nursing, Metropolitan State University, 1998. D.N.P., Indiana Wesleyan University, 2019.

Paula Soneral, 2008. Professor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Cellular and Molecular Biology, University of Michigan, 1998. Ph.D. in Cancer Biology, Stanford University, 2003.

Justin Staebell, 2023. Private Lesson Instructor in Voice. B.M. in Voice Performance, State University of New York, 2009. M.M. in Opera Performance, Arizona State University, 2012.

Michelle Steffenhagen, 2015. Adjunct Assistant Professor of General Studies. B.A. in Communication, Bethel University, 2003. M.S. in Mental Health Counseling, Lee University, 2007. M.S. in College Student Development, Lee University, 2014. Ed.D. in Leadership in Higher Education, Bethel University, 2021.

Sarah Steil, 2016. Adjunct Instructor of Languages and Cultures. B.A. in English & Speech Communication, St. Olaf College, 1990. M.A.T. in Teaching Spanish, Bethel University, 2016.

Keith Stein, 2001. Professor of Physics. B.A. in Physics, Bethel College, 1987. M.S. in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, University of Minnesota, 1989. Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering and Mechanics, University of Minnesota, 1999.

Kenneth Steinbach, 2001. University Professor of Art. B.A. in Studio Art, Bethel College, 1983. M.F.A. in Sculpture, Cranbrook Academy of Art, 1986.

Jim Stern, 2014. Adjunct Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Life Science, Earth Science, and General Science Education, University of Minnesota, 1983. M.Ed. in Science Education, University of Minnesota, 1986.

Andrew Steward, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development, University of Minnesota, 2020. M.S. in Applied Plant Sciences, University of Minnesota, 2022.

Kayla Stinger, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.A. in Nursing, St. Olaf College, 2011. D.N.P., Nurse Midwifery, University of Minnesota, 2017.

Angela Stoeckman, 2015. Professor of Chemistry. B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, B.A. in Chemistry, Bethel University, 1997. Ph.D. in Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology, and Genetics, University of Minnesota, 2003.

Jason Stroup, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Physics and Engineering. B.S. in Biomedical Engineering, University of Iowa, 2003. M.A. in Electrical Engineering, Minnesota State University, 2007.

Danny Swensen, 2008. Professor of Education. B.S. in Physics, University of Wisconsin, 1984. M.Ed. in Education, University of Wisconsin, 1991. Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, University of Minnesota, 2015.

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Shensheng Tang, 2024. Professor of Physics and Engineering. B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Tianjin University, 1990. Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Toledo, 2006.

Becki Tate, 2017. Adjunct Instructor of American Sign Language. B.A. in Elementary Education, Pre-primary, Bethel College, 2003. M.A. in Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education, University of Minnesota, 2005.

Paul Tavernier, 1973. Professor of Chemistry Emeritus. B.A., North Park College, 1965. M.S., University of Minnesota, 1969. Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1972.

Daniel Taylor, 1977. Professor of English Emeritus. B.A., Westmont College, 1970. M.A., Emory University, 1974. Ph.D., Emory University, 1974.

Arthur Terry, 2006. Associate Professor of Communication Studies Emeritus. B.S. in TV/Radio Production, Syracuse University, 1976. M.A. in Film Production, Regent University, 1991. Ph.D. in Cinema Studies, Regent University, 1995.

Bradley Thames, 2017. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy. B.A. in Anthropology and Religious Studies, University of Arizona, 1999. M.A. in Philosophy, University of Notre Dame, 2006. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Notre Dame, 2011.

Deborah Thomas, 2011. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science. B.S. in Computer Science, Bethel College, 2003. Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering, University of Notre Dame, 2010.

Bailey Thompson, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Bethel University, 2020. M.S. in Sport and Performance, California Baptist University, 2021.

Lex Thompson, 2005. Professor of Art. B.A. in History, New College of Florida, 1999. M.A. in Religion and the Arts, Yale University, 2001. M.F.A. in Photography, San Francisco Art Institute, 2004.

Steven Thompson, 2002. Professor of Music. B.M. in Education, Wheaton College, 1975. M.M. in Trumpet Performance, Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, 1981. D.A. in Instrumental Conducting and Trumpet Performance, University of Northern Colorado, 2001.

Wendy Thompson, 1998. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.A. in Nursing, Early Childhood Education, Bethel College, 1984. M.P.H., University of Minnesota, 1994. D.N.P., University of Minnesota, 2012.

Jone Tiffany, 2001. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.A. in Psychology, Metroplitan State University, 1988. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel College, 1999. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Bethel College, 2000. M.A. in Nursing Education, St. Catherine University, 2009. D.N.P., St. Catherine University, 2010.

Jackie Towner, 2022. Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Biochemistry, Azusa Pacific University, 2010. Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Biophysics, University of Minnesota, 2017.

David Tweeten, 2018. Adjunct Associate Professor of Chemistry. B.A. in Chemistry, Bethel University, 1979. Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 1988.

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Marshall Urban, 2002. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.Mus. in Composition, Pennsylvania State University, 1984. M.Mus. in Voice and Music Theory, Boston University, 1989.

Lynn Uzzell, 2024. Associate Professor of Political Science. B.A. in Speech Communications, Black Hills State University, 1994. M.A. in Politics, University of Dallas, 1999. Ph.D. in Politics, University of Dallas, 2008.

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Heather Vedders, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S.N. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2002. M.P.H. in Occupational Health Nursing, University of Minnesota, 2004.

Jonathan Veenker, 1988. Associate Professor of Music Emeritus. B.A. in Music Education/Applied Performance, Bethel University, 1984. M.M. in Vocal Performance, University of Minnesota, 1987. Ph.D. in Music, Theory, and Composition, University of Minnesota, 1993.

April Vinding, 2005. Professor of English. B.A. in Writing, Bethel College, 2000. M.F.A. in Creative Writing, Hamline University, 2005.

Geri Von Grey, 2012. Associate Professor of Education. B.A. in Psychology, Elementary Education, Bethel College, 1992. M.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology, Bethel College, 1997. Ph.D. in Elementary Education, University of Minnesota, 2022.

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Amanda Wallrich, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S. in Elementary Education, University of Wisconsin, 2013. M.A. in Elementary Leadership and Administration, University of St. Thomas, 2020.

Laura Wennstrom, 2015. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Art. B.A. in Studio Art, North Park University, 2009. M.F.A. in New Media, University of Illinois, 2015.

Joann Wessman, 1998. Professor of Nursing Emerita. B.S., Columbia University, 1965. M.S., University of Minnesota, 1968. Ph.D., University of Texas, 1979.

Michelle Westmark Wingard, 2008. Professor of Art. B.A. in Studio Art, Bethel College, 2000. M.F.A. in Photography, Pratt Institute, 2006.

David Wetzell, 1985. Associate Professor of Mathematics Emeritus. B.A. in Mathematics, Bethel College, 1974. M.A. in Statistics, University of Nebraska, 1975. Ph.D. in Mathematics and Statistics, University of Nebraska, 1979.

Jeffrey Wetzig, 2000. Professor of Art. B.A. in Art, Bethel College, 1992. M.F.A. in Painting and Drawing, Brooklyn College, 1994.

Stephen Whiting, 2006. Associate Professor of Business. B.S. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, North Dakota State University, 1988. M.S. in Engineering Management, University of Dayton, 1994. M.A. in Pastoral Counseling, Minnesota Graduate School of Theology, 2003. M.A. in Theological Studies, Bethel Seminary, 2007.

Drew Whitson, 2018. Associate Professor of Business. B.A. in Finance and Economics, Bethel University, 2002. M.B.A. in Finance, University of Minnesota, 2005.

Glen Wiebe, 1982. Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science Emeritus. B.S., Iowa State University, 1958. M.S., Iowa State University, 1961.

Gloria Wiese, 1998. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.S. in Art, Sociology, University of Wisconson, 1983. M.A. in Theological Studies, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 1987. Ph.D. in Biblical Studies, Trinity Theological Semincary, 2005.

Louise Wilson, 1999. Associate Professor of Education Emerita. B.A. in English, Elementary Education, North Park College, 1967. M.A. in Education of Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Northwestern University, 1968. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1996.

Jeffrey Winter, 2009. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Biological Sciences. D.P.T., The College of St. Catherine, 2007.

Scott Winter, 2014. Professor of Journalism. B.A. in English, University of North Dakota, 1992. M.A. in Creative Writing, University of Nebraska, 2007. Ph.D. in Creative Writing, University of Nebraska, 2018.

Brandon Winters, 2011. Professor of Chemistry. B.A. in Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 2004. M.S. in Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 2008. Ph.D. in Chemistry, University of Minnesota, 2011.

Haley Wireman-Sobba, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Political Science. B.S, Kansas State University, 2016. M.P.P, Drake University, 2019. Ph.D, Drake University, 2025.

Haley Wireman-Sobba, 2024. Adjunct Instructor of Political Science. B.S., Kansas State University, 2016. M.S., Drake University, 2019.

Amy Witt, 2007. Professor of Nursing. B.A. in Communication and English Writing, Concordia College, 1987. B.S. in Nursing, Spalding University, 1996. M.S. in Nursing Leadership and Management, Metropolitan State University, 2007. Ph.D. in Nursing, University of North Dakota, 2015.

Jodi Wolkerstorfer, 2015. Instructor of Education. B.A. in Health Education K-12, Bethel University, 1995. M.A. in Special Education, Bethel University, 2010.

Catherine Wright, 2001. Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Biblical Studies, Southern California College, 1989. M.A. in Religion, Southern California College, 1993. Ph.D. in Religion, Baylor University, 1999.

Gretchen Wrobel, 1988. University Professor of Psychology. B.A. in Psychology, Hamline University, 1980. M.A. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1984. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, University of Minnesota, 1990.

Tao Wu, 2024. Associate Professor of Chemistry. B.S. in Geochemistry, Nanjing University, 2003. M.S. in Geochemistry, Nanjing University, 2006. M.S. in Chemistry, University of Wisconsin, 2015. Ph.D. in Geoscience, University of Wisconsin, 2014.

Carissa Wyant, 2023. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Comparative Religion and Peace and Justice Studies, Wellesley College, 2002. M.A. in Religious Studies, Yale University, 2004. Ph.D. in Systematic Theology, Luther Seminary, 2018.

Sara Wyse, 2010. Professor of Biological Sciences. B.A. in Biology and Life Science Education, 5-12, Bethel University, 2005. Ph.D. in Plant Biology and Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, and Behavior, Michigan State University, 2010.

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Steven Yackel, 2015. Adjunct Instructor of Computer Science. B.S., in Computer Science, Mathematics, Bethel University, 2007. M.S. in Databases, University of Minnesota, 2011.

Jed Yang, 2018. Associate Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science. B.S. in Mathematics, California Institute of Technology, 2008. Ph.D. in Mathematics, University of California, 2013.

Dan Yim, 2006. Professor of Philosophy. B.A., University of California, 1993. M.A. in Philosophy of Religion and Ethics, Biola University, 1997. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Southern California, 2003.

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Samuel Zalanga, 1999. Professor of Sociology Emeritus. B.S. in Sociology, Bayero University, Nigeria, 1986. M.S. in Sociology, Bayero University, Nigeria, 1989. M.S.C. in Sociology, University of Jos, Nigeria, 1994. Ph.D. in Sociology, University of Minnesota, 2000.

Meg Zauner, 1997. Associate Professor of Theatre Emerita. B.A. in Theatre Arts, Bethel College, 1978. M.A. in Theatre Arts, Moorhead State University, 1981.

Nick Zeimet, 2021. Assistant Professor of Social Work. B.A. in Family Social Science, University of Minnesota, 2003. M.S.W. in Social Work, Augsburg University, 2008.

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