Linda Ahuna-Hamill
Originally from CA, I earned my bachelor's degree in English from the University of California at Irvine, home of the mighty Anteaters. I came to Colorado State University in 1983 to pursue my master's degree in College Student Personnel Administration, now known as SAHE, and completed the program in 1985. Almost 30 years and an additional degree later (Ph.D. in sociology), I am still at the university! I was honored to help develop the Asian/Pacific American Cultural Center in 1984 and serve as the Director of that office for 20 years. In 2004, I moved into (removed the word “the”) administrative positions in the Vice President's office and currently serve as the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs. I co-teach the Inclusive University class with Lance Wright and am an advisor in the SAHE program. I also serve as the Equal Opportunity Coordinator for the Division of Student Affairs. I live with my husband Albert, my daughter Kylia, two dogs, and three horses – and am doing my best to keep chickens from being another addition to our “family.”
Kris Binard
After graduating from Colorado State University, I traveled throughout the United States before coming back to CSU to pursue a Master's Degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education. I completed my Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and Innovation from the University of Colorado at Denver. My dissertation related to community college leadership and succession planning. I am currently the Dean of Student Services at Front Range Community College, Larimer Campus and I co-teach the College Student Personnel Administration course. I live in Longmont in a 100 year old house with my partner, Ron, and our two children, Cameron who will start middle school this year and Connor who is going into 4th grade. Because both boys play soccer, most of our free time is on the soccer field or watching the Rapids! We all love to hike, camp and travel. My research interests include leadership and professional development, succession planning, and student affairs within community colleges.
Judi Bryant
With a B.A. and M.S from the University of Colorado and a Ph.D. from the University of Washington, I have worked as a Campus Recreation Director, Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Affairs. In 2006, I returned to my native state of Colorado to be closer to my mother and siblings and to have more time with my two adopted daughters from China and partner, Jama. I work as the Program Coordinator in the University Honors Program. I rode the very first Ride of the Rockies and subsequently did the Bike Ride Across Georgia five times. I enjoy camping and tennis in addition to recreational biking. I hope that my years in administration with some short excursions into assessment will be a useful resource to second year students. It is a privilege to be associated with the faculty and students in the SAHE program.
Craig Chesson
I relocated to Fort Collins in 1992 from New York City and fell in love with the Rocky Mountain region. I have worked in Colorado State University’s Division of Student Affairs with Upward Bound, Office of Admissions, Residence Life, and Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services. I earned my PhD in Educational Leadership from the School of Education at CSU and very excited to engage students in the classroom. I graduated from the Student Affairs in Higher Education (SAHE) program and have great memories of intellectual classroom conversations. I received my Bachelor’s of Science degree from the Rochester Institute of Technology in Hotel management and worked for Hyatt & Stouffers. I currently am the Assistant Dean of Students and the Director of Conflict Resolution & Student Conduct Services and co-teach the Capstone class with Lisa Miller. I have three beautiful children and an incredible wife.
Rene Couture
I grew up on a dairy farm in Vermont, where I completed my undergraduate degree at St. Michael’s College in Psychology. I earned my M.S. in Student Affairs Administration from Indiana State University and most recently, my Ph.D. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership from the University of Northern Colorado. I’ve been working at CSU since 2006 as an Academic Advisor with the Center for Advising and Student Achievement, where I work primarily with undergraduates who are exploring majors. Most of my time outside of work is joyfully consumed by my two small children!
Martha Denney
Martha Denney is the Director of International Education and has been involved in all aspects of International Programs administration for almost thirty years. She has worked in Swaziland, Kenya and Russia, and continues to stay involved with international development activities whenever possible. Martha teaches the ED 692 workshop on "International Programs in Higher Education" which provides an overview of international programs activities on university campuses. It is offered in the spring semester in the even-numbered years. In addition, she loves to collect beads, particularly antique African beads; travel internationally and read. Her latest work focus is on internationalizing the campus and curriculum and working specifically with faculty and academic programs.
Allison Dineen
I’m originally from Northern California and currently serve as the Director of Business Services at the CSU Health Network. I have been at the University for over 17 years and have served in a variety of administrative roles including serving as the University Tax Manager, Associate Controller, Controller, Associate Vice President of Finance and Vice President of Finance. Prior to joining the University I worked at a large international public accounting firm. I’m a Certified Public Accountant and hold a Bachelor’s Degree from San Jose State University and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Colorado State University. I’m very interested in the fiscal environment of higher education, business processes, internal controls, and business ethics.
Jody Donovan
I am originally from Nebraska, but I call Colorado "home." I serve as the Dean of Students/Executive Director of Parent & Family Programs. Within the SAHE program, I co-teach Student Development Theory each fall, and the Working with Students’ Parents & Families workshop every other summer. I earned my Ph.D. in Higher Education Student Affairs Leadership from the University of Northern Colorado. My other degrees include a Master's in Counseling and College Student Development from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Nebraska Wesleyan University. My research interests center on parents and families of college students, student development theory, first generation college students, socio-economic class issues, and multi-racial/multi-ethnic students. The loves of my life are my partner Nate, to whom I've been married for over 20 years, and my two sons, Matthew (a CSU Ram!) and Patrick (high school).
Mike Ellis
I originally hail from southern California where I attended the University of California, Irvine. After receiving an MA degree in College Student Personnel Administration from the University of Maryland at College Park and my first professional experience in the college union, I relocated west to assume responsibilities as the Director of the Union at Weber State University. During part of my eight year tenure at Weber State, I attended the University of Utah and received my Doctor of Education degree in Educational Leadership, with a concentration in higher education. I’m in my 14th year at CSU and currently serve as the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs and Executive Director of the Lory Student Center, providing leadership and guidance for Campus Activities; Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement (SLiCE); the CSU Bookstore; Business & Dining Services; LSC Operations; the Associated Students of CSU (ASCSU) and the Student Fee Review Board; and Division budgeting activities. My favorite hobbies include hiking, fly fishing, mountain biking and supporting my children's educational and sporting endeavors.
Oscar Felix
I was born in Mexico and grew up in San Diego, California. I began working at Colorado State University in 1988, and earned my Masters in SAHE and Ph.D. in Education while working full-time. I co-teach the Ethics course and workshop on Access and Opportunity in Higher Education, and co-advice the SAHE Journal and iSAHE. I serve as Executive Director of the Access Center, which conducts a variety of programs designed to increase educational opportunity for persons from underrepresented backgrounds, including Federal TRIO and institutionally-funded programs: Educational Opportunity Center; Educational Talent Search; Upward Bound; Reach Out, Dream Project, Alliance Partnership, and Bridge Scholars. My partner Bernadette and I have a son in college and a daughter in high school. Some of my hobbies include skiing, running, traveling, food, and meditation.
Dave Frock
I was raised in Pennsylvania before entering the Air Force and serving as an aircraft Crew Chief. I hold degree’s from Penn State, Colorado State, James Madison in Virginia and am currently working on a PhD here at CSU. I moved back to Fort Collins in 2008 to work in Campus Recreation and have spent most of the past three years in construction of the Recreation Center. I have been married to Dawn for almost 20 years and we have three children Casey (10), Abbey (9) and Ethan (5) as well as our two dogs and two cats.
Paul Giberson
I was born and raised in Breckenridge, Colorado and started my skiing career at age 2! Skiing is my passion and carried me to Western State College of Colorado where I earned a degree in Kinesiology while competing on the cross country ski team. I am SAHE alum (2005) and work in Orientation and Transitions Programs as the Coordinator for Transfer Programs. I am currently working on a Ph.D. in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership. In addition to my work with transfer students, I teach in the Presidents Leadership Program, sit on the Master Teacher Initiative committee for the Division of Student Affairs, and assist with the development of the Portfolio course for the online SAHE program. I love the outdoors and spend most of my free time on the side of a mountain with my two wonderful Miniature Australian Shepard’s, Zumi and Dayton.
Blanche Hughes
I grew up in Lexington, Kentucky and moved to Colorado the summer of 1982. I co-teach the Higher Education Administration course with Jack McGrew. I enjoy advising SAHE students and sitting on their graduate committees. I have an undergraduate degree in Physical Education from Earlham College, a master's of education degree in College Student Personnel from Colorado State (the current SAHE program), and a doctorate in Sociology from Colorado State University. I serve as the Vice President for Student Affairs. I am married and have four children and three granddaughters.
Kacee Collard Jarnot
I was raised in New Mexico, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations from Eastern New Mexico University in 2002. After graduation, I served as a budget and policy analyst for the Legislative Finance Committee in the State of New Mexico, providing legislative funding to economic development and health-related state agencies based on performance. From there, I became the Chief Financial Officer for the New Mexico Tourism Department. After managing a $14.5 million budget for a year, I decided on a career change and applied to the Student Affairs in Higher Education program at Colorado State University. I graduated in 2009 and am currently serving as the Assistant Director of Parent and Family Programs and as an instructor in the President’s Leadership Program. In terms of the SAHE program, I co-teach the Trends, Issues, and Assessment course with Dave McKelfresh and the Working with Students’ Parents and Families workshop with Jody Donovan. Outside of work I enjoy time with my family: my partner (and BFF) Mark and extended friends and family in New Mexico. My other loves are running and reading.
Jen Johnson
I'm originally from Ames, Iowa, and currently work as the Assistant Director for the Office for Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement. I have my undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota in Genetics and Cell Biology and my Master's Degree from the SAHE program at Colorado State. I am currently working on a PhD in Education and Human Resource Studies at CSU. In the SAHE Program I co-teach the Service and Leadership Workshop. I have a wonderful partner, Chris, a very active 2-year-old daugher, Rigley, and an ill-behaved puggle named Euchre, all of whom make me smile every day.
Beau Johnson
I grew up in Chico, California, but now my family and I call Fort Collins home. My partner (Nicole), daughter (Selah, CSU class of 2033) and I like to do anything that involves being outside and active. I also love playing games, reading, and over-sampling at local frozen yogurt shops. I did my undergraduate work at Azusa Pacific University, and graduate work at Bowling Green State University. This year, I am beginning course work at University of Northern Colorado in their Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership program. We live on campus, and I am the Residence Director of the Academic Village. I co-teach the Student Development Theory course and have also taught a workshop on the spiritual dimensions of college student development. Some of my other research interests include experiential learning, foster care students on campus, and spirituality.
Bobby Kunstman
Originally from Miami, FL, I earned my AA from Miami-Dade Community College, BS in Environmental Studies from Florida State University. After leaving Florida, I worked in Residence Life at the Interlochen Center for the Arts. This opportunity affirmed my passion for student affairs. I moved to Naperville, IL to work at North Central College in Residence Life and simultaneously work on my master’s degree in leadership development. I came to Colorado State University in 2007 to serve as the Assistant Director for Co-Curricular Leadership in the Student Leadership, Involvement & Community Engagement (SLiCE) Office. In my current role, I am responsible for providing leadership opportunities that are not academic based (which include the REAL Experience, Campus Step-Up, Distinguished Speaker Series and LeaderShape). Additionally, I serves as an advisor to the Leadership Development Department within ASCSU (Student Government) and the Residential Leadership Development Community in Durward Hall. I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Higher Education and Student Affairs Leadership at the University of Northern Colorado. In my spare time, I love the outdoors, movies, music, concerts, and much more!
Deanna Leone
I grew up in Pennsylvania and have lived in New England and Seattle before moving to Colorado in 2006. In high school I studied abroad in Spain, and as an undergraduate at Juniata College, I studied abroad in Mexico - both of these experiences began to broaden my understanding of intercultural experiences and sparked my passion for lifelong learning and travel. After earning my Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration at UMass, Amherst, I worked in residence life for several years and in outdoor programs with Outward Bound, Philadelphia. I am currently the Assistant Director for Involvement in the Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement (SLiCE) office where I oversee Registered Student Organizations, for whom I provide event planning support and facilitate a variety of leadership trainings and workshops. I also teach in the President’s Leadership Program and serve as an advisor to various areas of the Associated Students of Colorado State University (ASCSU). Within the SAHE program, I teach a course on advising student groups. I am currently working on my Ph. D in Organizational Performance and Change here at CSU and in my spare time I enjoy home improvement projects, watching the Boston Red Sox, cooking, and spending time with family, including my dog, Maya.
Jack McGrew
I was born and raised in Nebraska (Go Huskers!). I earned a B.A. in Biology at Hasting College in Hastings, Nebraska. After teaching for one year, I spent four years in the U.S. Navy. I am a Viet Nam War veteran. After being discharged from the Navy, I earned a Master’s degree in Wildlife Biology at Utah State University. I came to Colorado State for a Ph.D. in Zoology, but after completing this degree, my wife and I decided we didn’t want to leave Ft. Collins. I taught for a year in the Department of Biology and worked in the Office of Admissions for an additional year before being hired as Assistant Dean in the College of Natural Sciences in 1986. I advised Natural Sciences Open Option (Undecided) students for three years, then served as Chief Health Professions Adviser for the University for over 10 years. I am the Scholarship Chair for the College, as well as directing undergraduate recruitment and retention. Throughout my career in the College, I have served as liaison to the Division of Students Affairs. I am the Faculty Director of the Ingersoll Residential College and currently co-teach the Higher Education Administration course in the SAHE curriculum.
David McKelfresh
I received my bachelor's degree in Political Science and Masters in College Student Personnel Administration from Colorado State University. I completed my Ph.D. in College Student Personnel Administration from the University of Northern Colorado in 1987. I currently serve as the Program Director for the SAHE Program, and the Executive Director of Assessment and Research for the Division of Student Affairs. I co-teach the Trends, Issues and Assessment class. My daughter graduated from college seven years ago and produces online training classes for yoga instructors; my son just graduated with his Master’s from the University of Northern Colorado and is working in Greeley, CO with a technology company in the private sector; and my wife, Sheri is a music teacher. Sheri and I just became the proud new grandparents in December to Lela Christine Kaufman.
Teresa Metzger
Originally from Ohio, I received my bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Toledo. I went to Appalachian State University near the Blueridge Mountains in Boone, North Carolina to earn my degree in College Student Development. I have worked in Residence Life positions at Syracuse University, Miami University, George Mason University, The George Washington University, and Colorado State University over the past 14 years. I am an Assistant Director of Residence Life at CSU working with Academic Initiatives and Residential Learning Communities. I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Higher Education Administration from The George Washington University. I love traveling to see friends, spending time with family, and enjoying life in Fort Collins.
Lisa Miller
Currently, I am am the Director of the DAY Programs. The DAY (Drugs, Alcohol & You) Programs office was created as a result of the Alcohol Task Force and Colorado State University's commitment to be a leader in the prevention of college substance abuse. The DAY Programs office has a wide spectrum of services to meet the needs of students wherever they are along the continuum of use. I co-teach Student Development Theory with the guru of theory, Jody Donovan. I am currently working on my Ph.D. in Educational Leadership at CSU. My research interests include working with students who have drug and/or alcohol concerns. My undergraduate degree is from the University of Iowa where I received a B.G.S. I then ventured out west where I received a Master of Divinity from SF Theological Seminary.
Jannine Mohr
I received a B.A. from Colorado State University and J.D. from the University of Denver. Prior to attending law school, I served on the staff of two United States Senators and worked on various campaigns. After law school, I clerked for a federal judge in San Diego and worked in Denver as a trial lawyer. I am currently Associate Legal Counsel for the Colorado State University System and teach the Law of Student Affairs.
Judy Muenchow
I grew up in Wisconsin, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical and Health Education from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 1972. I taught physical education in Wisconsin public schools and at Central Texas Junior College before earning a Masters degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1978. I worked at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for 6 years before taking a position at the University of Wyoming, and completed a Ph.D. in Educational Administration in 1990. I came to CSU from Wyoming in 2001, and presently serve as Executive Director of Campus Recreation. My association with the SAHE Program at CSU began in 2002 and I currently teach Portfolio classes I, II, III and IV in addition to advising SAHE students. My non-professional interests include reading fiction, flower gardening, and trail riding in the mountains on my horse - Chief Joseph Boo Boo.
Kyle Oldham
I am from Cincinnati, Ohio where my family still resides. I pursued an undergraduate degree in Speech Communications with a minor in Chemistry from Baldwin-Wallace College. My Master’s Degree is from the SAHE program at Colorado State University. I am currently working on an EdD in Social Justice Education from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, while working as an Assistant Director of Residence Life for Student Leadership. In the SAHE Program I currently co-advise SAHE students. In my free time, I enjoy conversations about social constructions within the state of our society, social justice implications within comic books, watching movies and playing card games.
Paul Osincup
I was born right here in Fort Collins, CO and I received my Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley. I am currently serving as the Assistant Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services at CSU and before this position I have worked in academic advising and residence life. In my current position I am a University Hearing Officer and meet with students for alleged violations of the CSU student conduct code. If I’m not working then I’ll probably be camping, fly fishing, or even performing a little stand-up comedy here and there. I’ll be co-teaching the SAHE Human Relations in Higher Education course during Spring semester.
Andrea G. Takemoto Reeve
Since 2005, Andrea Reeve has been the Academic Advancement Center director at CSU. Other work experience includes: director, National TRIO Clearinghouse and Pathways to College Network Clearinghouse, Pell Institute for the Study of Opportunity in Higher Education, Council for Opportunity in Education in Washington, DC, and University of Wyoming University Studies First Year Program director 1991-1997. Andrea is interested in educational access and opportunity, and student persistence and success. She has extensive experience with CAS Standards and Guidelines and has been a director on the CAS Board of Directors since 1994. Andrea has a B.A. in History from the University of California Berkeley, an M.A. in Education from Western Kentucky University, and is currently working on her doctoral dissertation in adult learning and technology at the University of Wyoming.
Barbara Richardson
I grew up on the campus of Michigan Tech University, obtained a BA in History from Colorado College, a MS in College Student Personnel from Miami University (Ohio), and worked for six years in Career Services at the University of Vermont. In 2007, I returned to Colorado to work in the Career Center at CSU as the Assistant Director/Career Center Liaison to the Warner College of Natural Resources. My interests include hiking, camping, reading, hockey, and swimming, and I enjoy the occasional Trivial Pursuit game. I live in Johnstown with my husband, Tom, and our constantly shedding pets, Zip T. Dog and Stanley the Cat. I teach the Career Services workshop in the SAHE program and find it extremely rewarding to expand students’ perceptions of career development.
Lorie Smith
I'm originally from Nebraska, but have lived in Colorado since 1973 and consider it home. I completed my undergraduate degree at the University of Northern Colorado with a double major in Psychology and Vocational Rehabilitation. My first job out of college was working in Larimer County on a Department of Labor funded program assisting welfare recipients and Vietnam veterans to return to work. I also spent a few years working at CSU in Sponsored Programs while I sampled graduate programs. I received my Masters in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from CSU and started my own consulting firm specializing in training and organizational development. I also co-owned a data research business in Houston Texas for three years. Next, I spent almost 10 years at WaterPik Technologies in training and human resources before coming back to CSU in 2000 to head a fledgling faculty and staff professional development program focusing on leadership and supervisory skills. I am currently the Director of Training and Organizational Development. I'm married, with two daughters, the youngest graduated from CSU in May of 2009. I am co-teaching Organizational Behavior in Student Affairs with Mari Strombom.
Mari Strombom
I came to CSU in 1987 to get my degree in College Student Personnel Administration (CSPA, now SAHE) after having completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology and Interpersonal Communication at the University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. I completed my CSPA degree in 1989 and after 1 year of working at Bucknell University in Pennsylvania I returned to CSU as the Program Advisor for Campus Activities. After having spent most of the past 24 years in Fort Collins, I now call this my home, but I am still a proud Wisconsin Cheesehead at heart! My current job at CSU is as the Associate Executive Director of Housing & Dining Services. During my career I have also worked as an Area Coordinator, an Associate Director of Residence Life, as Director of Campus Activities, and I also left higher education for a while and worked in Human Relations at Hewlett Packard for 3 years. Outside of work my focus is on spending time with my partner Brett and our two little boys, Max (who is 8 and will be in third grade) and Kirk (who is 6 and going into first grade). I have taught SAHE workshops in the past (College Union Administration, Working with Student Groups) and now I am co-teaching the Organizational Behavior in Student Affairs course with Lorie Smith.
Paul Thayer
Over 30 years: That's how long I've been here at CSU. I came to campus in 1979 with previous work in community development, teaching, chefing, and community education. I worked my first nineteen years with a focus on access and pre-collegiate programs, serving as Director of the Center for Educational Access and Outreach. Since then, I've worked on retention and graduation strategies as Director of Undergraduate Student Retention, Executive Director of the Center for Advising and Student Achievement, and currently as Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Special Advisor to the Provost for Retention. As you can see, access and retention are my primary focus. I earned my bachelor's in History from Williams College and my master's in Public Administration from the University of Colorado at Denver. My Ph.D. in Public Administration (University of Colorado at Denver) focused on higher education administration, with research on the relationship between financial aid and retention. Outside of work I enjoy every minute possible with my family, including my wife Marilyn (CORE Center Director at CSU) and my children Maile (recent college grad) and Daniel (works with an engineering firm in town). My other loves are wilderness canoeing, skiing, reading, and anything outdoors.