Staff Senate

Lindsey Benson
Thanks to Lindsey for her extensive efforts to reach students to help them avoid delays in receipt of financial aid! She goes above and beyond to reach out to students in every possible way. Also many thanks for your service to the Staff Senate, especially over the course of the crazy COVID year!

Aaron Hughes
The Minot State community is so fortunate to have Aaron! She works her butt off creating, executing, and providing the very best activities on campus in the most fun environment. She gives students a great college experience!

Mary Fetzer
Mary is amazing! She keeps the Admin building in tip top shape and works so hard day in and day out. She is always eager to lend a helping hand. Thank you for your continuous hard work Mary, it doesn't ever go unnoticed and we appreciate you!!

Tonya Critz
Tonya continuously goes above and beyond to help students. She anticipates the questions that they haven't yet asked and helps them understand next steps that may be required. She's kind and patient and supports Staff Senate too! Thanks for your good work!

Aaron Hughes
She is one of my favorite people on the planet. She is always willing to go the extra mile for any student or any event. She is thoughtful and full of energy. Thank you Aaron, for all you do!

Kate Marshall
Kate is always willing to lend a hand and help out with whatever needs it. She is hard working and funny. I enjoy working with her... most of the time :)!!! (hahahahaha)

Renae Yale
Renae is the kindest, hard working person on campus. She is a true gem!

Bonnie Trueblood
Bonnie is the BEST. She is always willing to step in and step up. She makes work days better.

Lacey Corneliusen
Thanks for your help responding to advisees in need of some extra assistance! Your willingness to go the extra mile for your advisees is so appreciated!

Mindy Rudnick
Thank you for all your planning and hard work to make sure MSU employees had a great Employee Appreciation Week! You really went the extra mile and it is so appreciated!

Keryl Lesmann
Thanks for your speedy work to help new students be accepted into the POWER program as quickly as possible so POWER support can begin making a difference for our students ASAP! Thank you!"

Tricia Tessendorf
Thanks for your behind the scenes work to make things run smoothly for students with external payers, collaborative charges, 529 plans and other arrangements. Your work related to fee payment and excess aid distribution is so appreciated!

Katy Allers
Katy is the best! She always has a positive attitude, is kind, truly cares, and continuously puts others first. She juggles so many duties, that many don't even know about, and she always does it with grace. She is a true asset to Minot State!

Kelli Marchand
Thanks for all your work to make this week fun for MSU Employees! Your good work is not unnoticed! We appreciate you!

Anne Nordgaard
Anne is always willing to help even when it may not be in her specific job duties; she goes the extra mile and is so helpful with both staff and students. She is the real MVP when it comes to helping International students with their questions and all the things they need to be admitted before they even get to Minot State.

Andy Heitkamp & Ann Haider-Bougard
These two in the Military Resource Center are always making sure that our nation's heroes are receiving the education benefits they have earned. No matter what, they always get the job done!

Lori Braasch
She is awesome and always goes above and beyond to serve the students. We don't know what we would do without her!

Keny Bougard
You always help whenever needed. You always have a smile which then makes me smile. All I can say is thanks for all that you do. You ROCK!!!

Jeni Anderson
Jeni is so helpful and supportive to new people. If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't know as much as I do in my position! You know you can always count on her!

Abby Graves
Abby is always willing to volunteer for events on campus, even when she is stared down by another employee encouraging her to volunteer! (All in fun!) She has jumped right from student to staff and is one of the hardest working people on campus! MSU students are lucky to have her!

Courtney Armstrong
Courtney is so helpful and is rocking her new position! Way to go Courtney!

Ashley Blake
Ashley is the most helpful person on campus. She is always willing to pick up her phone and answer all questions. Our student-athletes are lucky to have her! -Madeline & Madeleine

Anne Nordgaard
Anne is amazing! She is always willing to help others even when she is extremely busy. She is great in assisting students and staff with finding the answers to their questions.

Micah Bloom
Have you met Micah!?! He is a quirky, happy-go-lucky guy who is a fantastic art teacher. He is always willing to be goofy when needed and can be counted on whenever you need something.

Chris Lozensky
Chris is a character and so fun to be around. He is always smiling and laughing and we all need a little dose of Chris daily!

Sarah Aleshire
Sarah is such an asset to Minot State. She takes on extra responsibilities with no hesitation and the students love her. If she is a friend of yours, you are very fortunate to have her in your life!

Dr. Alil Smith
Dr. Smith is a joy to have around. Her energy and enthusiasm is contagious. Her dancing at Convocation was awesome!

Christina Paxman
Christina is one of the best faculty members at MSU. She cares about her students and is such a wonderful person to work with.

Erika Brorby
Even though you haven't been here long, you are already tackling the tough issues and willing to make changes to better your department - welcome aboard!

Kelly Lichtenberger
Thank you for your patience when advising students and answering the many, many questions to help them reach their goals!

Melissa Cantone
Melissa is so considerate and caring in the Registrar's Office.

Courtney Armstrong
Courtney is so personable and supportive in the Registrar's Office.

Kim Johnson
Kim is so friendly, engaging, and welcoming in the Registrar's Office.

Heather Martin
The many hours you spend with students (your advisees as well as others) listening and guiding them, as well as your efforts to provide resources to advisors do not go unnoticed. Thank you for your dedication!

Ashley Blake
Ashley is so kind, helpful, and supportive in the Registrar's Office!

Beth Odahlen
Thank you for your constant energy and enthusiasm in making connections with students and giving them the chance to become leaders!

Janese Lehman
Thanks for taking on the role of Staff Senate President - we appreciate the time and effort spent on this position.

Mindy Rudnick
Great job organizing all of the events for ND State Employee Appreciation week! We appreciate you!

IT Team
So helpful. Always ready to assist with their expertise. Thank you!

Rhonda Lenton
THE BEST! We appreciate her every day and all she does to keep things clean.

Kelli Marchand
You did a great job behind the scenes popping popcorn (even burning yourself a few times) for the Popcorn event for ND State Employee Appreciation! We appreciate you!

Lynda Bertsch
Lynda always makes the time to assist students and make them feel special. Plus she usually has goodies for them too.

Gretchen Ingledue
Way to be the Best Boss Ever!! Shout out for your dedication to your employees! ?? You are so appreciated!!

Lauralee Dammen
Lauralee is always friendly when you need to call! Even though we are usually calling with technical issues :) She is always happy and helpful!

Melissa Cantone
Melissa is always friendly and more then willing to help. She never makes you feel like you are bothering her. She always knows the answer to whatever questions you have. Thank you, Melissa !

Lori Braasch
She works so hard to make sure everything in housing keeps moving smoothly. She does her best to accommodate student requests even when they are especially difficult.

MaryAnne Fetzer
Thanks for keeping the admin building spic and span! You do a great job and are so appreciated!

Leon Perzinski
So helpful! So kind! So knowledgeable!

Rick Heit
We pull him in 10 different directions and he always shows up with a great attitude. He goes out of his way to get the job done! Thanks Rick.

Celeste Simmons
A real team player! Gets the job done - a pleasure to work with. A great volunteer at events as well.

Brenda Halvorson
Always pleasant and willing to pull information together when asked. She will set aside what she is working on to help. Thanks for all you do!

Courtney Armstrong
Courtney is always very helpful and quick to respond to my inquiries.

Laurie Davis
What a breath of fresh air Laurie has been for MSU! She is so personable, approachable, and willing to help without any hesitation. She has fit right into the MSU community and I look forward to working with her for many years to come!

Doug Tiedman
Doug is the go to guy for BB! He helps with all the questions myself and my co-workers have and he finds the answer if he doesn't know it. He is willing to come to the department and help or help from his office. He also is great with helping the students out if they are having BB issues or even computer issues. Super job, Doug!

Brigitte Mikula
Brigitte is so devoted to helping our Minot AFB students. She puts in long hours to make sure the semester starts well and that everything is done according to COVID protocols.

Staff Senate
Thanks for all you do for all of us!

Karina Stander
I can’t believe how fast time flies by! We appreciate your loyalty to us. We couldn’t ask for anyone better.

Abigail Graves
It’s rare to come across people who are so dedicated and trustworthy. Your efforts have not gone unnoticed.

Tricia Houmann
Tricia has always gone above and beyond with me, whether explaining benefits, helping getting things set up as a new hire, or just answering questions I have!

Shan Haarsager
Shout out goes to Shan!! She is so knowledgeable on almost any topic! She is always willing to go above and beyond for MSU students, staff and faculty. MSU is definitely lucky to have Shan! She is a huge asset!

Katy Allers
Katy goes above and beyond for students at MSU! She always has a smile and is willing to help!

Sherie Saltveit
Sherie displays her dedication to the students, staff and faculty of Minot State University on a daily basis. She shares her years of experience generously to help ensure the success of MSU’s online program.

Gretchen I.
Your awesome attitude is refreshing! You are so accommodating anytime I call with any type of request. Thank you!

Mindy Rudnick
Thanks for always jumping in to help whenever you are needed. Your easy going attitude and willingness to assist employees and students alike is appreciated!

Sherri Giessinger
You go out of your way to help whoever is standing at your window (or doors) and your customer service impacts students, employees, and guests alike! Keep up the fantastic work!

Scott Peterson
I appreciate your cheerful attitude and your willingness to help whenever needed!

Design & Print Services
They work so hard for all of us to make sure we meet deadlines and look professional.

Lisa Dooley
Shout out to Lisa Dooley for all of her hard work and dedication to students at MSU!

Penny Brandt
Penny is a valuable asset to the Minot State campus. She keeps the Graduate School Office running smoothly and always has a smile on her face. Thank you Penny for all that you do!

Rebecca Ringham
Rebecca is a source of knowledge on campus and is always willing to help. Thank you for all you do! Minot State is a better place with you here!