All-College Advisory Committee (ACAC)
Purpose
They can connect the vision and mission of the campus to the community where they live and work. Their external perspective will help the campus ensure current programs and initiatives are meeting the priorities of the individuals, groups, organizations and businesses they interact with.
Responsibilities of Members
- Provide comments and insight about programs and services UMC has or should consider
- Assist and advise on recruitment of students, faculty and staff. Marketing advice is particularly helpful
- Advocate for the University with local, state and national policy makers
- Help identify donors that may be willing to provide financial support for scholarships, programs or buildings
- Offer advice to the Chancellor on specific issues
- Commit to attend meetings as often as possible
Criteria used for members include:
- Familiarity with the campus i.e. graduate, donor, employer, policy maker, experience as a board member.
- Nomination for members solicited from current and former members, campus faculty and staff, alumni board members. Chancellor makes the appointment.
All-College Advisory Committee 2011-2012
Next Meeting: TBA
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UMC Chancellor
Crookston, MN 56716
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Jon Evert
Current Profession:
Clay County Commissioner from Moorhead, Minnesota. Retired from farming in rural Moorhead.
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2001
Connection to UMC:
Has worked closely for many years with the U of MN, Extension in a variety of capacities.
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Dave Genereux
Current Profession:
Ag Consultant for Centrol Inc. in Twin Valley.
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2009
Connection to UMC:
Former graduate of UMC.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“I live in Crookston, have been on the City Council for the past twenty years and I am on my second term as mayor of Crookston. It is important to me both personally and professionally to be knowledgeable about what is going on at UMC.”
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Pete Kappes
Current Profession:
Farmer from Ada, Minnesota.
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2007
Connection to UMC:
UMC graduate in 1977.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“I really liked my years at UMC as a student. I enjoy working to help improve the quality of education for current students at UMC.”
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Kristina Keller
St. Cloud, MN 56303
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Jerry Knutson
Current Profession:
Retired from teaching at UMC in 2004
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2005
Connection to UMC:
Former faculty member who taught Biology at UMC for many years.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“Being a member of the ACAC keeps me aware of innovative, new program offerings, technology being used, and student demographics, etc. at UMC so I am better able to share this information with local Crookston Citizens. Following retirement, I continue to attend numerous campus events; and I hope to contribute to ACAC from the perspective of a local resident who is committed to the success of UMC.I enjoy the opportunity to join friends and former UMC students to share in the commitment to keep UMC among the region’s best academic Post-secondary institutions.”
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Kevin Kopischke
President
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MN
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Les Nielson
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Jeff Peterson
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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Margaret Reed
Altru Health Systems, CNE
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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Doug Sandstrom
Current Profession:
Program Instructor and Shooting Sports Coordinator for the Safari Club International Foundation at their American Wilderness Leadership School in Jackson, Wyoming
Connection to UMC:
Worked for the Natural Resource Department and Experiment Station at the University of Minnesota, Crookston from 1973-1977. A graduate of the University of Minnesota, Crookston with a degree in Natural Resources, he has received the Outstanding Alumni Award, and Torch & Shield Award.
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Sherry Senske
Glyndon, MN 56547
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Dr. Kari Torkelson
Current Profession:
Optometrist in Grand Forks, North Dakota
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2006
Connection to UMC:
Attended UMC from 1989-91. While at UMC I was involved in several activities such as basketball, volleyball, campus ministry, choir and a resident advisor.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“I enjoy being on the All College Advisory Committee because it allows me to keep informed about UMC and to engage in discussions that give feedback to the administrators and educators about many aspects that can help shape the future of UMC.”
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Lori A. Wagner
Current Profession:
Foundation Director at Villa St. Vincent/The SUMMIT in Crookston.
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2005
Connection to UMC:
I have been involved with UMC since 1979 as a former student and then community partner on different advisory boards, and leadership groups.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“We are so lucky to have UMC located within Crookston; the economic impact to our community is outstanding. I serve on the ACAC to be more knowledgeable and a better advocate for UMC. Engaging with the college is important from a community stand point. I am proud to be a part of ACAC.”
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Pete Wasberg
Current Profession:
Director, Human Resources & Safety for Otter Tail Power Company in Fergus Falls, Minnesota.
Years on All College Advisory Committee:
Since 2002
Connection to UMC:
While living in Crookston I became involved with a variety of UMC committees; ACAC, Teambackers, Career & Counseling PIAC, participated with the S.I.F.E. Advisory Committee and served on a Chancellor Search Committee.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“I have greatly enjoyed the opportunity to be associated with the quality people that make up UMC. I appreciate being involved with UMC because of the key role it has in northwestern Minnesota and beyond. It may be a small campus but together, with the commitment of the leadership, faculty, staff, students and surrounding community, it has a tremendous impact. I’ve been impressed since my first visit to campus and I look forward to seeing what’s next for this small campus with the big degree.”
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Betty Younggren
Current Profession:
Kittson County Commissioner from Hallock, Minnesota. Retired farmer.
Why do you serve on the ACAC?
“Because of my interest in education for the area and relatives who attend or have attended UMC, I have always been very interested in what’s going on at UMC. The programs, activities, and initiatives at UMC always astonish me.”
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MN Extension
Crookston, MN 56716
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- Membership: 17-20 members
- Committee Chair: Elected for annual term
- Member Terms: 2 or 3 three year terms
- Meetings: 2 per year
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