Faculty


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

Leigh Anne Adams, 2007. Assistant Professor Theatre, adjunct. 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@Greensboro, 1985.

Carl Albing, 2020. 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. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.S. in Computer Science, Speech Communications, Iowa State University, 1989. M.B.A. in Marketing, Organizational Behavior, Northwestern University, 1994.

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.

Bryan Anderson, 1991. Associate Professor of Biological Sciences. 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. Assistant 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.

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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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.

Robin Bell, 1996. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Reconciliation Studies. B.A. in Communications, California State University, 1978. Th.M. in Systematic Theology, Dallas Theological Seminary, 1990. M.Ed. in Youth Development Leadership & Youth Studies, University of Minnesota, 2000. Ed.D. in Social Justice and Policy, Hamline University, 2013.

John Benham, 2019. Adjunct Associate Professor of Music and Theatre. B.M. in Music Education, University of Northwestern, 1964. M.A. in Music Education, University of Northern Colorado, 1969. Ed.D. in Music Education, University of Northern Colorado, 1971.

Jeremy Berg, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Bethel University, 2002. M.A.T.S. in Biblical Studies, Bethel Seminary, 2005. D.Min. in New Testament Context, Northern Seminary, 2021.

Jeremy Berg, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Bethel University, 2002. M.A.T.S. in Biblical Studies, Bethel University Seminary, 2005. D.Min. New Testatment Context, Northern Seminary, 2021.

John Bergeland, 2005. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Elementary Education, French, Concordia College, 1991. M.Ed. in Middle School Education, Bethel University, 1997.

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.

Robert Berglund, 1959. Professor of Music Emeritus. B.S., University of Minnesota, 1957. M.A., University of Minnesota, 1959. Ed.D., Colorado State College, 1965.

Loren Bergstedt, 2014. Adjunct Instructor of Psychology. B.A. in Communication Studies, Northwestern College, 2002. M.A. in Counseling Psychology, Bethel University, 2012.

Katie Bonawitz, 2007. Professor of Special Education. B.S., St. Cloud State University, 1996. M.Ed. in Special Education, Bethel University, 2005. Ed.D. in Special Education Administration, Bethel University, 2013.

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.

Heather Bren, 2017. Adjunct Associate Professor of Art and Design. B.S. in Graphic Design, Studio Art, University of Northwestern-St Paul, 1999. M.F.A. in Ceramics, University of Kansas, 2003.

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

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.

Jeff Brueske, 2003. Private Lesson Instructor in Jazz Bass. B.S in Music Performance, Northwestern College, 1988. M.A. in Music, University of Minnesota, 1995.

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 Languages and Cultures. B.A. in History, Bethel University, 2006. M.A. in Asian Studies, University of Michigan, 2018.

Blake Burgstahler, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Mathematics. B.S. in Applied Physics, Physics, Bethel University, 2020. B.A. in Mathematics, Bethel University, 2020. M.S. in Applied Mathematics, University of Washington, 2021.

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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Cara Cardoso, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Psychology, University of Wisconsin, 2009. M.A./Ed.S. in School Psychology, University of Minnesota, 2011.

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.

Tara Cheath, 2018. 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.

Peter Christenson, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Physics and Engineering. B.S. in Applied Physics, Physics, Bethel University, 2018. M.S. in Biomedical Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2021.

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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Jon Dalager, 2023. Associate Professor of Political Science. B.A. in Political Science and Speech Communication, University of Minnesota, 1979. J.D. in Law, University of Minnesota, 1982. Ph.D. in Political Science, University of Illinois, 1995.

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 Leadership Studies Emerita. B.A. in Sociology, Trinity College, 1973. M.A. in Organizational Leadership, Bethel University, 1997.

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.

Katie Delgado, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in English, Azusa Pacific University, 2011. M.S. in College Counseling and Student Development, Azusa Pacific University, 2013.

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.

Scott Dill, 2019. Adjunct Assistant Professor in English and Journalism. B.A. in Philosophy, English, Wheaton College, 2002. M.A. in English and Comparative Literature, University of North Carolina, 2010. Ph.D. in English and Comparative Literature, University of North Carolina, 2014.

Michael Disher, 2023. Assistant Professor of Business. B.A. in Economics, Wheaton College, 2016. M.A. in Economics, University of Illinois, 2018.

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

Mitchell Dorbor, 2008. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2010. M.S. in Nursing Leadership, Bethel University, 2015.

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.

John Anthony Dunne, 2017. Associate Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, Biola University, 2008. M.A. in New Testament and Literature, Talbot School of Theology, 2010. M.A. in Old Testament and Semitics, Talbot School of Theology, 2011. Ph.D. in New Testament, University of St. Andrews, 2016.

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. Associate 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, 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.

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. M.A. in Psychology, Northwestern College, 1996. M.S.E. in Counselor Education, University of Wisconsin, 2000. Ph.D. in Counseling, University of Wisconsin, 2010.

Victor Ezigbo, 2008. Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Theology, ECWA Theological Seminary, 1998. 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.

Tawnya Fiedler, 2015. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Business and Economics, Westmont College, 1992. M.B.A., University of St. Thomas, 2006.

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, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S. in Biology, Buena Vista College, 1994. M.S.N. in Nursing, Metropolitan State University, 2019.

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.

Ann Fredrickson, 2018. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music. B.A. in Biology, Music, St. Olaf College, 1985. M.M. in Vocal Performance, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, 1988.

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

Kirk Freeman, 1987. Professor of Art Emeritus. B.A., 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.

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, 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. Assistant Professor of Reconciliation Studies. B.A., University of Minnesota, 2000. M.Div., Bethel Seminary, 2005.

Zachary Gingerich, 2022. Private Lesson Instructor in trombone. B.M. in Performance, St. Olaf College, 2013. M.M. in Performance, The Boston Conservatory, 2015. D.M.A. in Performance, University of Minnesota, 2018.

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. Associate 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 Philsophy, 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.

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.

Larry Gronewold, 2017. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Education. B.F.A. in Drawing, University of Northern Iowa, 1980. M.Ed. in Art Education, University of Minnesota, 1991.

Merrin Guice Gill, 2019. Associate Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities. 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.

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.

Donna Henderson, 2018. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.A. in Religious Studies, Regent University, 2008. M.A. in Theology, Regent University, 2013. M.S.N. in Nursing, University of Texas, 2020.

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 Applied Health Sciences 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.

Jennifer Henson, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Social Work. B.F.A., Abilene Christian University, 1996. M.S.W., Baylor University, 2016.

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.

Bob Holler, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.B.A. in Marketing, Kent State University, 1985. M.B.A. in Marketing, University of St. Thomas, 1993.

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.

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.

Jamie Hudalla, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of English and Journalism. B.A. in English Literature and Writing, Bethel University, 2019. M.F.A. in Creative Writing, Hollins University, 2022.

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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Jonathan Ibisch, 2020. Adjunct Instructor of Biological Sciences. B.S. in Microbiology, Minnesota State University, 2012.

Emily Isik, 2009. Adjunct Instructor of Languages and Cultures. B.A. in Linguistics, St. Cloud University, 2004. M.Ed. in Education, Hamline University, 2010.

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.

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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. 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.

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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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.

Patricia Kelly, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Music. B.A. in Music Education, St. Catherine University, 1982. M.A. in Music Education, University of Minnesota, 1991.

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 Instructor 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.

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.

Paul Koenig, 2014. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S., University of Wisconsin, 1978. M.Ed., University of Minnesota, 1985.

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.

Kristen Krueger, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Communication Studies, Bethel University, 2005. M.A. in Communications, Bethel University, 2010.

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Nicole Lambrecht, 2021. Assistant Instructor of Music. B.F.A. in K-12 Choral Music Education, University of Wisconsin, 2012. M.M. in Music Education with Conducting, Colorado State University, 2019.

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.

Olivia Lavin, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Communication Studies. B.A. in Communication Studies, Bethel University, 2020. M.S. in Communication Studies, Texas Christian University, 2022.

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.

Ju Young Lee, 2023. Private Lesson Instructor in Organ. B.A. in Organ Performance, Yonsei University, 1998. M.M. in Choral Conducting, Yonsei University, 2000.

Rose Lee-Norman, 2021. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Reconciliation Studies. B.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies, North Park University, 2006. M.A. in Theology, Fuller Theological Seminary, 2009. D.M. in Transformational Leadership, Boston University, 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. 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.

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.

Bradley Lind, 2019. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.A. in Biology, Concordia College, 1981. B.S. in Nursing, University of Minnesota, 1996. M.S. in Nursing Education, University of North Dakota, 2017.

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.

Gary Long, 2000. Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.A. in Bible, Central Bible College, 1981. M.A. in Old Testament, Denver Seminary, 1984. Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations, University of Chicago, 1993.

Paul Long, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Advertising/Public Relations, Drake University, 1992. M.B.A. in Business, University of St. Thomas, 2022.

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

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Trey Maddox, 2007. Adjunct Associate Professor of Chemistry. B.S. in Biochemistry, University of West Florida, 1998. Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Emory University, 2005.

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.

Abbie Marten, 2022. Instructor of Biology. 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.

Claudia May, 2015. Professor of Reconciliation Studies. B.A. in History, Politics, University of York, UK, 1988. M.A. in Ethnic Studies, University of California, 1992. M.A.T.S. in Theological Studies, Pacific School of Religion/Graduate Theological Union, 2016. Ph.D. in Ethnic Studies, University of California, 1996.

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.

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.

Jay Milbrandt, 2013. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Business. B.A. in International Business, Philosophy, Bethel College, 2004. M.B.A., Pepperdine University, 2007. J.D. in Law, Business, Pepperdine University, 2008.

Zachary Miller, 2015. Private Lesson Instructor in Jazz Percussion. B.S., University of Minnesota, 2000.

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. Adjunct Instructor of General Education. B.S.Min., Northwestern College, 1991. M.A.G.C.S., Bethel Seminary, 2004.

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.

Sarah Nervig 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.

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, 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.

Mark Norlander, 2016. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Languages and Cultures. B.A. in French, Bethel College, 1979. M.A. in French, Middlebury College and University de Paris X, 1985.

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

Meredith Nyberg, 2004. Adjunct Instructor of Biblical and Theological Studies. B.F.A. in Visual Communications/Graphic Design, University of Kansas, 1989. M.Div. in Biblical Studies with Hebrew and Greek, Bethel Seminary, 2011. Ph.D. in Old Testament Theology, University of Gloucestershire, England, 2018.

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

Cheryl Oie, 1999. Adjunct Instructor of Voice. 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. B.A. in Business, Bethel College, 1978. M.B.A. in Accounting, University of Minnesota, 1990.

Abby Olson, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of BUILD. B.A. in Special Education, Baylor University, 2019.

Bryan Olson, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Biology Education, University of Minnesota, 1973. M.S. in Education, University of Minnesota, 1978.

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.

Elizabeth Ostby, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.A. in General Art, Judson University, 2002. M.A. in Alderian Counseling and Psychotherapy, Adler Graduate School, 2013.

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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.

Abbey Payeur, 2010. Assistant Professor of Education. B.A. in Elementary Education, Augsburg College, 2004. M.A. in Education, Bethel University, 2008. Ph.D. in Literacy Education, University of Minnesota, 2022.

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.

Ashely Peifer, 2018. Adjunct Assistant Professor of Art and Design. B.A. in Studio Art and Graphic Design, Taylor University, 2009. M.F.A. in Painting, Minneapolis College of Art and Design, 2013.

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.

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.

Kate Pope, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A, in Finance, Business Education, Bethel University, 2012.

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., 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.

Albert Prentice, 2007. Adjunct Instructor of Business. B.A. in Psychology, Azusa Pacific University, 1969. M.S. in Social Psychology, Azusa Pacific Univesity, 1971. M.A. in Theological Studies, Bethel Seminary, 1999.

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.

Linda Probert, 1997. Adjunct Associate Professor of Education. B.S. in Education, Ashland University, 1980. M.A. in Reading, University of Northern Iowa, 1987. Ed.D. in Higher Education, Nova Southeastern University, 2005.

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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.

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.

Breanna Reed, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Art and Design. B.S. in Youth Development, North Central University, 2014. M.A. in Adlerian Psychology, Adler Graduate School, 2019.

Rick Rees, 1980. Professor of Theatre Arts Emeritus. B.A., California State University, 1972. M.A., 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.

Jerrion Richardson, 2022. Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work. B.S.W., Austin Peay State University, 2008. M.S. in Social Work, University of Tennessee, 2012.

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.

Allie Ross, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Nursing. B.S.N. in Nursing, Bethel University, 2016.

Dan Rotach, 2000. Adjunct Assistant Professor of General Education. B.A., Faith Baptist Bible College, 1978. M.Div., Denver Theological Seminary, 1982. D.Min., Bethel Seminary, 1995.

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. Associate 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.

Can Sakirgil, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Languages and Cultures. B.A. in English Language Teaching, Cukurova University, 2007. M.A. in English Language Teaching, Linguistics, Curkurova University, 2011.

Madeline Salisbury, 2021. Adjunct Instructor of Applied Health Sciences. B.A. in Athletic Training, Bethel University, 2018. M.N. in Nutrition, University of Minnesota, 2021.

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.

Peter Samuelson, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of Reconciliation Studies. B.A. in Philosophy/Film Studies, St. Olaf College, 1980. M.Div. in BIblical Studies, Luther Theological Seminary, 1987. Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Georgia State University, 2007.

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

Aynsley Scheffert, 2021. Assistant Professor of Social Work. B.A. in Music, Northwestern College, 2007. M.S.W. in Clinical Social Work, University of St. Thomas, 2015. Ph.D. in Social Work, Baylor University, 2022.

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.

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, 2022. Adjunct Instructor of General Studies. B.S. in Genetics and Cell Development, University of Minnesota, 2000. D.C., Northwestern Health Sciences University, 2006.

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.

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.

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.

Leann Snow, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Biology. B.A. in Chemistry, Bethel College, 1976. M.D., 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, 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.

Jason Steffenhagen, 2015. Adjunct Assistant Professor of General Education. B.A. in Business, Bethel University, 2004. M.A. in Theological Studies, Lee University, 2010. D.Min. in Church Leadership, Bethel Seminary, 2017.

Michelle Steffenhagen, 2015. Introduction to Wellbeing Coordinator. 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.

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 Environmental Science. B.S. in Life Science, Earth Science, and General Science Education, University of Minnesota, 1983. M.Ed. in Science Education, University of Minnesota, 1986.

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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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. 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.

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.

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

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Daniel Upcraft, 2023. Adjunct Instructor of Physics and Engineering. B.A. in Physics, B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Bethel University, 2019. M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2021.

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

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Lauren Van Gomple, 2018. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.S. in Christian Ministry, Northwestern College, 2005. M.A. in Special Education, Bethel University, 2016. M.S. in Educational Science, University of Minnesota, 2021.

Ray VanArragon, 2005. Professor of Philosophy. B.A. in Philosophy, Calvin College, 1995. Ph.D. in Philosophy, University of Notre Dame, 2002.

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.

Catherine Victorsen, 1994. Private Lesson Instructor in Harp. B.M. in Harp Performance, Boston University, 1980. M.M. in Harp Performance, University of Minnesota, 1983.

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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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 Environmental Science. 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.

Amy Witt, 2007. Associate Professor of Nursing. B.A. in Communication and English Writing, Concordia College, 1988. 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. Adjunct Instructor of Education. B.A. in Health Education K-12, Bethel University, 1995. M.A. in Teaching, Bethel University, 2006. 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.

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.

Carole Young, 1990. Dean of Natural and Behavioral Sciences and Professor of Psychology Emerita. B.A. in Psychology, Spring Arbor College, 1978. M.A., Arizona State University, 1983. Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, Arizona State University, 1985.

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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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