Where did you grow up?
North of Chippewa Falls, WI, on a dairy farm in the Town of Anson.
Where did you attend high school/college?
I attended Chippewa Falls Senior High School and graduated with a class of 341. My grade school was a one-room schoolhouse for grades 1-8, with total enrollment of 25-35—no indoor plumbing or water. Going from a class of two to 341 was a real shock!
I have A.A.S. degrees in Computer Operations and Accounting from District One Technical Institute (now CVTC) in Eau Claire, WI.
How long have you been working at Dunwoody?
Just over 10 years.
What is your favorite part about working at Dunwoody?
The family-like atmosphere and the constant learning and breadth of knowledge available to both employees and students.
What are a few of your hobbies?
My most recent hobby is “grand-parenting”! I also really enjoy going to the movie theater. It is a time to unwind, and I love theater popcorn!
What are your top three favorite foods?
Pizza, theater popcorn (I do consider that a meal!), and liver and onions.
What is your favorite movie?
No favorites, but movies need to be seen in a movie theater!
What is your favorite thing to do in Minneapolis?
Visiting museums or sites I’ve not yet explored.
Fun facts:
- My husband and I have been married for 44 years and have two sons; one grandson; 41 nieces and nephews; 57 great nieces and nephews; and 3 great-great nieces and nephews.
- I love being a Packer fan in Viking territory.
- I lived in Fort Collins, CO, for 7 years, where at one point I may have worked for the mafia!