Rachel Axness is an Associate Professor in the Construction Management department at Minne...

Rachel Axness is an Associate Professor in the Construction Management department at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Prior to teaching, she worked in the heavy/industrial construction industry as a Project Manager and Estimator for John T. Jones Construction, Fargo, ND. Rachel graduated in 2006 with a B.S. degree in Construction Management from MSUM. In 2013 she graduated with a MBA from the University of Mary, Bismarck, ND.

Professor Bachmeier is a native of Anamoose, N.D., who completed his MFA degree in ceramic...

Professor Bachmeier is a native of Anamoose, N.D., who completed his MFA degree in ceramics from the University of North Dakota. Professor Bachmeier’s career work in education and ceramics has garnered over 50 Best of Show awards and grants including the national NICHE award for wheel-thrown ceramics. He was recognized with the prestigious N.D. Governor’s Award in Arts Education for his “numerous, significant, and continued contributions to the state and region.” and recognized by Carnegie as a nominee for U.S. Professor of the Year. His ceramic works are represented in personal, private, and corporate collections in all 50 states including N.D. Governor’s Mansion, Microsoft Permanent Collection, S.D. Museum of Art, ND Museum of Art, Plains Art Museum, Dacotah Prairie Museum, Rourke Art Museum, and Michelle Obama’s office in the White House. He is one of 19 brick sculptors in the country, having completed numerous large-scale installations including Sanford Hospital Sioux Falls, Concordia College Moorhead, and U.S. Army base, Camp Grafton, Devils Lake, N.D. Professor Bachmeier was inducted into the Fargo North High School Hall of Fame for his impact on the school while teaching there.

Kay Beckermann received her Ph.D. from North Dakota State University in 2019 after spendin...

Kay Beckermann received her Ph.D. from North Dakota State University in 2019 after spending nearly two decades in the field of public relations. She utilizes this professional experience -- and professional connections -- at every opportunity when teaching classes like Advertising and Public Relations Copywriting, Social Media Campaigns, Event Planning, Advertising and Public Relations Principles, and more. She is the "edu-preneur" of MSUM Flypaper Creative Services (msumflypaper.com), a student-run ad/pr agency, and advises the Michelle (Foulk) Olson, APR, chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America. Dr. Beckermann is a member of the Native Student Support Network and is a Safe Zone Ally.

Hi, my name is Collin, and I support domestic students interested in transferring to MSUM ...

Hi, my name is Collin, and I support domestic students interested in transferring to MSUM to pursue a major in the College of Education and Human Services or the College of Business, Analytics, and Communication. As your transfer representative, I’m here to guide you through the admission process and serve as your primary contact for any questions. My goal is to ensure a smooth transition to Minnesota State Moorhead and help set you up for success as a student. Additionally, I lead our Transfer and Readmit Team, working to enhance the experience for all transfer students. Go Dragons!

Title IV-E Child Welfare Director; Areas of expertise: Public and private child welfare, mental health care

I am a 29-year Veteran of the North Dakota Air National Guard and U.S. Air Force. As the V...

I am a 29-year Veteran of the North Dakota Air National Guard and U.S. Air Force. As the Veterans Outreach Director, I am here to support the more than 300 military-connected students (Veterans, Service-Members, Military Family, and ROTC) successfully navigate their educational journey at Minnesota State Moorhead. I am committed to raising awareness of the unique needs of military-connected students and advocating for policies and practices that promote a supportive, inclusive environment for them. I am also the staff advisor for the Dragon Student Veterans Club/MSUM Student Veterans of America Chapter.

Hi, I'm Audrey and I work with international students interested in attending MSU Moorhead...

Hi, I'm Audrey and I work with international students interested in attending MSU Moorhead. I am a graduate of MSUM's Counseling and Student Affairs Master's program. I see Dragon Pride on campus through the diligence and commitment our students have to their education and one another. I think the community that develops on campus is astounding and I am so proud that I am able to represent that to our future students!

Hi! My name is Jami; I graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a B.A. in Business...

Hi! My name is Jami; I graduated from the University of St. Thomas with a B.A. in Business Administration - Financial Management. As an Assistant Director of Employer Relations I have the opportunity to connect with employers and community stakeholders to increase internship and job opportunities for MSUM students and alumni. I greatly enjoy working with employers, students and alumni and being part of the culture at MSUM.

Hello! I'm Mary Davidow and I specialize in working with First-Time students coming from S...

Hello! I'm Mary Davidow and I specialize in working with First-Time students coming from Southern Minnesota. I am a two time graduate from MSUM, graduating with my Masters in Educational Leadership and a Bachelors in Art Education. I look forward to working with you in your process of becoming a Dragon!

Jason has been serving as a Public Safety Patrol Sergeant since 2021. Jason is a dedicated...

Jason has been serving as a Public Safety Patrol Sergeant since 2021. Jason is a dedicated security professional and provides a friendly and welcoming presence on the evening shift for campus. He is committed to upholding and living by the Dragons core values of Grit, Humility, and Heart. Jason is a certified Red Cross first aid instructor, has attended Minnesota's Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training, and is a Dragon Valor Veteran Ally. Additionally, Jason is a board certified Physical Security Professional (PSP) through ASIS International. Prior to joining the team at MSUM, Jason served in various security roles at Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota. Jason is also a veteran of the U.S. Navy, attaining the rank of Petty Officer 2nd Class in service with the Fleet Marine Force as a Religious Program Specialist. Jason earned a bachelor's degree in History Education from NDSU in 2017. Outside of work, Jason is a busy family man. He and his wife have three children and a puppy.

Liaison to: College of Arts and Humanities

I’m honored to teach in the Counseling master’s program at MSUM. As an alumnus of the prog...

I’m honored to teach in the Counseling master’s program at MSUM. As an alumnus of the program, I’m now able to share my experiences with students as they pursue a career within the counseling profession. I teach the Career Development, Internship, and Professional Orientation and Ethics classes. I thoroughly enjoy being part of the Dragon family and feel that MSUM offers an extraordinary educational experience for students. On a personal note, I’m a die-hard fan of the professional sports teams in Minnesota. As agonizing as it can be, my support hasn’t wavered! I also love spending time with family and friends at the lake, which isn’t unusual when living in this part of the region. I’m also a big fan of “dad jokes” so feel free to share with me any that you have.

My name is Chuck and I am very excited to be serving Minnesota State University – Moorhead...

My name is Chuck and I am very excited to be serving Minnesota State University – Moorhead as the Director of Accessibility Resources and ADA Coordinator for students. Originally, I am from Arizona and I have worked in higher education since 2006. I completed two bachelors and two Masters Degrees from Northern Arizona University. More recently, I completed a Graduate Certificate in Disability Policy & Practice (Northern Arizona University and a Master’s Degree in Emergency Management & Homeland Security (Arizona State University). My breadth of education derive around my passion for accessibility and creating opportunities for all students with functional needs/disabilities. In my role at MSUM, I look forward to working with students to create a “level playing field” and provide access to opportunities to have your best experience. In my free time, I love spending time with my family and enjoying the great outdoors. I am so excited to call MSUM my home and cannot wait to meet and serve all of you! Go Dragons!

Specialty: Cataloging and Processing

Dr. Ellen Fagerstrom has been at MSUM since 2001, currently the Associate Vice President f...

Dr. Ellen Fagerstrom has been at MSUM since 2001, currently the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and formerly in the Mathematics Department. Dr. Fagerstrom has also been MSUM's Faculty Athletic Representative since 2010.

Rebecca Gardner earned her PhD from the University of North Dakota. She teaches rhetoric a...

Rebecca Gardner earned her PhD from the University of North Dakota. She teaches rhetoric and other Communication courses. Her areas of interest include rhetoric of popular culture, American Indians' rhetorical sovereignty, and rhetorics of resistance. She is especially interested in how people use symbols to create, maintain, challenge, deny and share power with other people. Current research interests include the “Fargo Project,” in which diverse community groups collaboratively designed a public recreation area.

As the Director of the Career Development Center at Minnesota State University Moorhead, I...

As the Director of the Career Development Center at Minnesota State University Moorhead, I lead a team of experts that provide career-focused learning, development, and networking opportunities for students. My goal is to provide high-quality events, resources, and opportunities to ensure MSUM students feel confident and prepared to enter the workforce.

Howdy! I'm Rachael, and I work with all domestic (non-international) transfer students who...

Howdy! I'm Rachael, and I work with all domestic (non-international) transfer students who are considering the MSUM College of Arts & Humanities and the College of Science, Health, & the Environment. My goal is for you to feel as seen and supported throughout your college transition as possible, and I look forward to working together!

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Chang-Seong Hong, Professor, received his Ph.D. from Brown University. His areas of intere...

Chang-Seong Hong, Professor, received his Ph.D. from Brown University. His areas of interest: Metaphysics, philosophy of mind and Buddhist philosophy. Teaches theory of knowledge, practical reasoning, and introduction to Western philosophy. Publishes in analytic philosophy and Buddhist philosophy, both in English and Korean.

Dr. Caitlin Johnson (Dr. J.) is an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Minnes...

Dr. Caitlin Johnson (Dr. J.) is an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM). Caitlin has a B.S. in English, M.P.M. in Business Project Management, and M.Ed. in Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment. In Spring 2021, she graduated with a Ph.D. in Adult & Community Education from North Dakota State University. She is an enrolled member of the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians and grew up on her home reservation. She started her career in education at the Turtle Mountain Community College where she taught various English courses, before transitioning to secondary education. She taught high school English for two years at the Turtle Mountain Community High School and served as English Department Chair. She transitioned to alternative education after moving to the Fargo-Moorhead area where she taught for three years. Caitlin’s research interests are multicultural education, indigenous education methods, culture as medicine, alternative education, and decolonizing methodologies.

Jean is the liaison librarian to MSUM's College of Science, Health & the Environment. She ...

Jean is the liaison librarian to MSUM's College of Science, Health & the Environment. She has a master's degree in Library and Information Science from University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana and a master's in Sociology from NDSU. She has served as the Technical Services Librarian at MSUM since 1997.

As the Yellow Ribbon Advance Director at Minnesota State University Moorhead, I am committ...

As the Yellow Ribbon Advance Director at Minnesota State University Moorhead, I am committed to supporting military-connected students transitioning to successful civilian careers. I collaborate with employers at all levels to secure meaningful job placements and connect students with on-campus career services that translate military experience into career readiness. Off campus, I work to reduce employment barriers by educating employers on the value of military-affiliated talent and coordinate job shadowing and paid internships for military-connected students. Drawing from my own journey as a former MSUM student, Dragon football athlete and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel with over 33 years of service, including three overseas deployments, I bring deep personal insight and dedication to empowering the next generation of Dragon Veteran professionals.

Kyja Kristjansson-Nelson is a filmmaker and media arts education researcher. K-Nelson’s fi...

Kyja Kristjansson-Nelson is a filmmaker and media arts education researcher. K-Nelson’s films have screened at festivals in Asia, Europe, North America and Australia, at venues including the Walker Art Center, the D.C. National Museum for Women in the Arts, NYC’s Anthology Film Archives & the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art. Her work has received awards, including the ICDOC Kodak Vision Award for Best Cinematography, Ann Arbor Film Festival’s Griot Editorial Best Editing Award, and the UFVA Award of Merit for Documentary Filmmaking. K-Nelson was the recipient of a Fulbright Fellowship and Bush Artist Fellowship. The Carnegie Foundation named her the 2014 Minnesota CASE Professor of the Year. K-Nelson is a co-founding member of EDIT Media (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Teaching Media). Her research interests include accessible filmmaking, inclusive films, media arts education, and education leadership. K-Nelson is Professor of Film at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

I received my Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology and Sociology from the University of North ...

I received my Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology and Sociology from the University of North Dakota in 2018. I also attended UND for graduate school, and in 2020 I received my Master's Degree in General/Experimental Psychology. I recently graduated with my PhD in General/Experimental Psychology. My area of emphasis is Social Psychology, and my research interests include the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) and Feminist Psychology. I specifically research women's reproductive healthcare and the use of Open Educational Resources in the classroom.

I create and design promotional and informational marketing materials for the internal and...

I create and design promotional and informational marketing materials for the internal and external promotion of MSUM. I work with academic departments and the broader University community to create designs that integrate MSUM's brand attributes and visual identity system into their print and electronic communication messages.

I’m energized by helping others feel confident in themselves and their accomplishments. Re...

I’m energized by helping others feel confident in themselves and their accomplishments. Reflecting on experiences, identifying next steps, and accessing industry information are a few of the ways I help students/alumni reach their career goals. I am a Nationally Certified Resume Writer and a Certified Career Services Provider. I earned a M.S.Ed. in Student Affairs Administration from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and a B.S. in Social Studies Education from MSUM. My background includes 8+ years working in college career services and non-profits. When I’m not working with students, you’ll find me taking care of my houseplants or getting back to my roots by visiting family in Canada.

Ralf holds a Juris Doctor from George Washington University, a Bachelor of Arts in Marketi...

Ralf holds a Juris Doctor from George Washington University, a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing and International Business from Carthage College and a degree as "Bankkaufmann" in his native Germany. He currently teaches The Legal Environment of Business (ACCT 280), Contracts and Business Entities (ACCT 306), Commercial Transactions and Special Topics (ACCT 407/507), Start Your Own Business (ENTR/MGMT 229), Personal Finance (FINC 345) and First Year Experience (FYE 101) online and in traditional settings at the Paseka School. He has also taught classes in business ethics, government regulation and law in international business. He is a faculty advisor for MSUM’s Collegiate DECA chapter and offers faculty-led student experiences to Germany. Ralf has significant business experience in developing domestic and international business in the ERP, Cloud and healthcare industries. He is a licensed attorney and has worked in global executive and management positions with SNP Americas, Velocity Technology Solutions, Intelligent InSites, SAP Societas Europaea and Great Plains Software in the United States and Germany. He is a hobby blacksmith and avid traveler and likes to read and write. His most recent publications, "When in Rome (or Manila)…" and "The Chairman’s Jokes", discuss business, legal, HR and ethical issues in the international environment. Ralf’s teaching philosophy is: “Keep it simple, keep it real and make it relevant for the students”.

As director of communications, I guide university-wide strategic communication efforts and...

As director of communications, I guide university-wide strategic communication efforts and assist key stakeholders in developing their communication plans. I serve as the primary media relations contact. I particularly enjoy sharing our student and alumni stories. I hold a B.S. in mass communications and an MBA, both from MSUM, and have more than 30 years of experience working in marketing and communications.

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Liaison to the College of Business, Analytics & Communication

I am the Executive Assistant for the Finance and Administration division. Our team area is responsible for the university budget.

I have a Ph.D in Psychology from the University of California Berkeley and specialize in i...

I have a Ph.D in Psychology from the University of California Berkeley and specialize in infant and child development, perception, and cognition. I teach courses in Developmental Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Cognition, and History of Psychology. Students are encouraged to join my research group in the Child Development Lab, which has included studies on the development of depth perception, emotional discrimination, and music perception to name a few.

Anthony Ocaña (Ph.D., North Dakota State University, 2008) is an associate professor of Co...

Anthony Ocaña (Ph.D., North Dakota State University, 2008) is an associate professor of Communication Studies specializing in organizational and crisis communication, business and professional communication, and intercultural communication. In addition to teaching a variety of the communication studies courses, he advises students in the KMSC Dragon Radio activity. Anthony enjoys helping students achieve their highest academic potential, and takes great pride in having students present their original research at campus and regional conferences.

Education: Tulane University, A.B. Freeman School of Business, Ph.D. in Finance 2001 Tul...

Education: Tulane University, A.B. Freeman School of Business, Ph.D. in Finance 2001 Tulane University, A.B. Freeman School of Business, M.A. in Economics 2001 Instituto de Estudios Superiores de Administración (IESA), Caracas - Venezuela. MBA 1993 Universidad Católica Andrés Bello (UCAB), Caracas - Venezuela. Industrial Engineering 1990 Bio: Eduardo Pablo is Professor of Finance at the Paseka School of Business, Minnesota State University Moorhead. He has a vast experience analyzing emerging markets and teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in finance. Before moving to United States, he worked at EGADE – ITESM in Monterrey, Mexico (2003 – 2005) and at IESA in Caracas, Venezuela (2001 – 2003 and 2005 – 2010). Before becoming a professor at MSUM, Eduardo worked as a Clinical Professor at the A.B. Freeman School of Business, Tulane University. During summer time, he collaborates with other U.S. and Latin American universities teaching and doing research abroad. His main research interests are related to (1) corporate governance, (2) dividend policy, and (3) the analysis of mergers and acquisitions and other ways to organize the economic activity. Three of his most recent research papers are in the area of dividends (Gonzalez, M., Molina, C.A., Pablo, E., and Rosso, J, The Effect of Ownership Concentration and Composition on Dividends: Evidence from Latin America. Emerging Markets Review (Elsevier), Volume 30, March 2017 pp. 1 – 18.), corporate productivity (Gaitán, S., Herrera-Echeverri, H., and Pablo E., How corporate governance affects productivity in civil-law business environments: Evidence from Latin America. Global Finance Journal (Elsevier), Volume 37, August 2018, Pages 173-185) and gender diversity (González, M., Guzmán, A., Pablo, E., and Trujillo, M.A., Does gender really matter in the boardroom? Evidence from closely held family firms. Review of Managerial Science (Springer Berlin Heidelberg). July 2018. pp 1 – 47.) At the Paseka School of Business, Eduardo currently teaches the following graduate and undergraduate courses, FINC441 Advanced Corporate Finance FINC445/545 International Finance FINC446.546 Financial Decision Making FINC450/550 Entrepreneurial Finance MBA631 Financial Management BUS642 Corporate Finance MBA

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Karen holds an American Library Association (ALA) accredited master’s degree in Library an...

Karen holds an American Library Association (ALA) accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science and K-12 School Library Media Specialist license (St. Catherine University) and an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership and K-12 Principal license from MSU Moorhead. Before joining MSUM, she served in a K-12 leadership role focused on the intersections of instructional technological innovation, student-centered learning, and inclusive teaching practices. Karen has worked in various roles for public, K-12, and academic libraries since 2004.

Ashley Quinn is the Project Manager for the MSUM Foundation. Ashley provides customer serv...

Ashley Quinn is the Project Manager for the MSUM Foundation. Ashley provides customer service to call-in, e-mail, and walk-in clientele. Her responsibilities include providing administrative support to the MSUM Foundation, overseeing student employees, and updating the MSUM Foundation database with the guidance from the Database Manager. Duties also include coordinating details for MSUM Foundation owned events.

Associate Professor of Geography; Ph.D., Economic Geography, Indiana State University; Are...

Associate Professor of Geography; Ph.D., Economic Geography, Indiana State University; Areas of Interest: Agriculture, railroad and transportation logistics, Latvia and the Baltic Region, Russia and Eastern Europe, geographic information systems, rural America, architecture and American homes, and teacher preparation

Professor, J.D. Licensed in Minnesota; Areas of interest: Legal services for the poor, elderly, and disadvantaged, with concentration in family law, housing law, public benefits and elder law.

Program Director, Master of Healthcare Administration | Professor | DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC |...

Program Director, Master of Healthcare Administration | Professor | DNP, MSN, RN, NEA-BC | Online Tenured professor with over 25 years of nursing and healthcare leadership experience, dedicated to advancing the development of future healthcare leaders and graduate-level nursing professionals. Expertise in graduate-level instruction, healthcare leadership curriculum design, and accreditation processes that ensure program quality and compliance. Areas of specialization include healthcare policy, strategic planning, operational management, leadership theory, health informatics, and guiding students through the completion of rigorous scholarly capstone projects. Brings extensive executive leadership experience into the online learning environment to enrich academic engagement. Research interests encompass interprofessional collaboration, graduate curriculum innovation, competency-based education and outcomes for healthcare leaders, artificial intelligence, and mitigating burnout among healthcare professionals.

Co-Chair, School of Nursing & Healthcare Leadership | Program Coordinator, Health Services...

Co-Chair, School of Nursing & Healthcare Leadership | Program Coordinator, Health Services Administration & Leadership & Innovation in Aging Studies | Certified in Lean Process Improvement Methodology & Online Teaching Certified in Bioinformatics DHSC

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Associate Professor | DNP, RN, FNP-BC, ENP-BC | Online\ APRN-CNP, FNP-BC, ENP-BC

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Associate Professor, Nursing | EdD, MSN, RN, PHN, HNB-BC | Online & On Campus

Hi! My name is Emily and I work with first time students from North Dakota and South Dakot...

Hi! My name is Emily and I work with first time students from North Dakota and South Dakota. I am from Bismarck, ND myself and enjoy working with student from the Dakotas! I graduated from MSU-Moorhead in 2016 with a Bachelor's in Psychology and then again in 2018 with a Master's in Counseling and Student Affairs. I loved my time at MSU-Moorhead and am so grateful for the opportunities given to me as a student. I am so happy to use my position now to help give that experience to incoming students too!

Lee Garth Vigilant (Ph.D. Boston College 2001) is professor of sociology at Minnesota Stat...

Lee Garth Vigilant (Ph.D. Boston College 2001) is professor of sociology at Minnesota State University Moorhead. His principal areas of teaching are contemporary sociological theory, qualitative methods for social research, social movements, and social problems. He is a past recipient of the Donald J. White Teaching Excellence Award for Sociology at Boston College, the TCU Senate Professor of the Year Award for Tufts University, and the Excellence in Teaching Award at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Some of his peer-reviewed research are in the journals Sociological Spectrum, Humanity and Society, and Deviant Behavior. He is author of several sociological essays, encyclopedia entries, and book chapters. He is co-author with Dr. Joel Charon of the books The Meaning of Sociology (Sloan Publishing, 2016) and Social Problems: Readings with Four Questions, 4/E (CA: Wadsworth/Cengage Learning 2012). Dr. Vigilant is an Associate Editor of The Encyclopedia of Death and Human Experience (Los Angeles CA: Sage Publications, Inc. 2009).

Dr. Wolff is an Assistant Professor of Elementary Inclusive Education in the School of Tea...

Dr. Wolff is an Assistant Professor of Elementary Inclusive Education in the School of Teaching and Learning and proud alum of MSUM. Courses taught include STL 474, 482, and ED 310. Prior to MSUM, Dr. Wolff was an Elementary Teacher, Gifted & Talented Interventionist, District Coordinator of Gifted & Talented Services, Instructional Coach, Principal, and Teacher Education Faculty. Research interests include Pre-service and In-service Teacher Development, Effective Pedagogy in Elementary Education Instruction, and Gifted Education and Talent Development.

Danelle is 24-year Veteran of the North Dakota Army National Guard and is also a military ...

Danelle is 24-year Veteran of the North Dakota Army National Guard and is also a military spouse. She served in various leadership and customer service roles in her fulltime military capacity. Danelle can relate to Veterans, current service members, and military-connected family members. She is passionate about serving the military-connected population at Minnesota State University Moorhead.

Program Coordinator, Graduate Nursing | Professor | PhD, MSN, RN-BC, CNE | Online