Wenatchee Faculty & Staff Directory
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Karen Alman
Communications
Karen has a wealth of knowledge in the field of communications. She has been at WVC since 2012.
Education
B.A., Communications, Journalism, University of West Indies
M.A., Communications, University of Southern California
Ph.D, Communications, Media Advertising, Michigan State University
Kelly Anderson
Transitional Studies
Kelly teaches adult basic education courses in the High School 21+ program. She has been at WVC since 2015.
Education
B.A., Apparel and Textiles, Washington State University
B.A., Social Sciences, Washington State University
M.Ed., Technology in Curriculum, Lesley University
Rene Baca
Spanish
Rene has a passion for the Spanish language and culture. He has been at WVC since 2015.
Education
B.A., M.A., Spanish, New Mexico State University
Scott Bailey
Art
Scott is a talented artist. His work has been featured in exhibitions around the world, including Egypt, Japan and the U.S. He has been at WVC since 2003.
Education
B.A., Art, Gonzaga University
MFA, Painting, Colorado State University
Sompheng Batch
Business Computer Technology
Sompheng first started teaching business technology at Wenatchee High School in 1997. She has been at WVC since 2012.
Education
B.S., Business Education, Central Washington University
M.Ed, Management and Innovation, Western Governor's University
David Bennatt
Science
David is passionate about teaching science. He has been at WVC since 2005.
Education
B.S., Zoology, University of Washington
Ph.D., Cell and Molecular Biology, University of Notre Dame
Richard Brinkman
Sociology
Richard specializes in sociology and has taught at WVC since 2008.
Education
B.A., Sociology, University of Oregon
M.A., Sociology, Iowa State University
Jeff Bullock
Agriculture
Education
B.S., Chemistry; Molecular Biology, Western Washington University
M.S., Biochemistry, Western Washington University
Ph.D, Plant Pathology, Washington State University
Dave Burns
Computer Technology & Systems
Dave has been a computer technology and systems faculty member at WVC since 2001.
Education
B.A., Anthropology, Western Washington University
B.A., Education, Western Washington University
Meleah Butruille
Nursing
Education
A.A., Lane Community College
BSN, Nursing, Oregon Health & Science University School of Nursing
MSN, Nursing, Gonzaga University
Christa Cacciata
Math
Christa has taught math courses at WVC since 2012.
Education
B.A., Math, San Diego State University
M.A., Math, California State University -Fullerton
Michael Choman
Business Accounting
Michael has taught accounting and business administration courses at WVC since 1994.
Education
B.S., MBA, University of Wyoming
Brigid Chvilicek
Nursing
Education
BSN, Nursing, University of Portland
MSN, Nursing, California State University
Dustin Clark
History
Dustin has taught history courses at WVC since 2011.
Education
B.A., History, Central Washington University
M.A., History, University of Washington
Ralph Dawes
Earth Sciences
Ralph started teaching at WVC in 1999. His interest include geology, chemistry and physics.
Education
B.A., English--Language & Literature, Antioch College
B.S., Geology, Western Washington University
M.S., Ph.D. Geology, University of Washington
Tom Doherty
Automotive Technology
Tom has been teaching in the WVC Automotive Technology program since 2013.
Education
AA, Automotive Technology, Universal Technical Institute
Arius Elvikis
Art Digital Design
Arius brings multifaceted talents to the WVC Art department. He has been teaching at WVC since 2014.
Education
BFA Fine Arts, Bradley University
MFA Fine Arts, Arizona State University
Rob Fitch
Biology
Rob has taught at WVC since 1989. In the summers, he teaches at Walla Walla University's Rosario Beach Marine Laboratory.
Education
B.A., Aquatic Biology, University of California -Santa Barbara
M.S., Biology, University of British Columbia
Melissa Fowler
Nursing
Education
B.S.N., Nursing, Brigham Young University
M.S.N., Nursing, University of Utah
Leo Garcia
Agriculture
Leo has been teaching at WVC since 1991. He is an Hispanic Orchard Employee Education Program faculty member.
Education
A.A., Dodge City CC
B.S., Horticulture, Washington State University
J'Lene George
Psychology
J'Lene has taught psychology courses at WVC since 2008.
Education
B.A., Psychology, University of Idaho
M.S., Ph.D., Developmental Psychology, University of Miami
Janna Goodyear
Developmental Education
Janna has taught development courses at WVC since 2015.
Education
B.A. English, North Carolina University
M.A., Rhetoric and Writing, University of New Mexico
Robert Greiner
Automotive Technology
Bob is the director and faculty member of the WVC Automotive Technology program. He has taught at WVC since 2008.
Education
A.A., Auto and Diesel Technology, Deniver Auto and Diesel College
ASE Master Technician
Rebecca Hargrove
English
Rebecca has been teaching English courses at WVC since 2015.
Education
B.A., Humanities, Lubbock Christian University
M.A., English, Calif. State University
Jennifer Hadersberger
Biology
Jennifer has been teaching Biology classes at WVC since 2017.
Education
B.S., Zoology from University of Washington
M.S. in Botany from Oregon State University
Shane Hendrickson
Chemistry
Shane has taught chemistry courses at WVC since 2008.
Education
B.A., Chemistry, University of Washington
M.S., Medicinal Chemistry, University of Washington
Lindsay Henning
Math
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering, University of Kansas
M.A., Math, University of Kansas
Awanthi Hewage
Chemistry
Awanthi has taught chemistry at WVC since 2014.
Education
B.A., Chemistry, University of Columbo
Ph.D, Physical Chemistry, University of Nevada-Reno
Kristen Hosey
Nursing
Dr. Kristen Hosey joined WVC in 2016.
Education
B.S.N., University of North Carolina
M.S., Nursing, University of Washington
Ph.D, Nursing, University of Washington
Juel Iwaasa
Music
Juel has enjoyed the opportunity to participate in building a strong music program. He has been teaching at WVC since 2004.
Education
B.M., M.M., Music Composition, Brigham Young University
Zack Jacobson
Industrial Technology
Zack has been teaching in the industrial technology program since 1999. He is also the adviser for the Mechatronics club.
Education
A.S., A.A., Wenatchee Valley College
B.A., Physics, Central Washington University
Micky Jennings
Machining
Micky is a focused and passionate machinist. He believes in connecting his students to employers. He has been teaching at WVC since 2015.
Education
AAS, Precision Machining, Walla Walla CC
Jack Johnson
English Humanities
Jack teaches English and Humanities courses at WVC. He has taught at WVC since 1996.
Education
B.A., English and Philosophy, Central Washington University
M.A., English—Language and Literature, Southern Illinois University
Hart Johnson
Humanities
Hart teaches Humanities courses at WVC. He has taught at WVC since 2013.
Education
B.A., English Literature, Western Washington University
M.A., English Studies, Western Washington University
Greg Jourdan
Environmental Systems and Refrigeration Technology
Greg has taught in the ESRT program since 1985. He is a 2x recipient of the Alcoa Excellence in Teaching Award.
Education
A.S., Applied Refrigeration Science, Central Missouri State University
B.S., Industrial Engineering, Central Missouri State University
M.A., C.Ed, Adult & Continuing Ed., Washington State University
Jan Kaiser
Medical Assistant
Jan has taught at WVC since 2000. She is the current director of the Medical Assistant program.
Education
AAS, Nursing, Wenatchee Valley College
Kerin Keys
Math
Kerin began teaching math at WVC in 2016. Her past experience was with City College of San Francisco and at Berkley City College.
Education
B.A., Environmental Science/Studies, The Evergreen State College
M.A., Math, San Francisco State University
Lynne Kottmeier
Developmental Education
Lynne has taught in WVC Development Education since 2005.
Education
B.S., M.Ed., Special Education, University of Missouri
Jennifer Korfiatis
Business
Education
B.A., Communication, Washington State University
MBA, Marketing, Capella University
Katie Lantau
Medical Laboratory Technology
Katie is a WVC alumna who has taught in the medical lab technology program since 2015.
Education
ATS, Medical Lab Technology, Wenatchee Valley College
BS, Biology, Central Washington University
MS, Biology, Central Washington University
Mike Lesky
Agriculture
Education
AAS, Forestry, Paul Smiths College
B.S., Natural Resource Management, University of Idaho
MBA, Business Management, University of Phoenix
Kristin Lindell
Nursing
Education
BSN, Nursing, Seattle Pacific University
MSN, Nursing, University of Washington
Erin Long
Physical Education
Erin has been a physical education faculty member at WVC since 2008.
Education
B.S., Physical Education & Health, Eastern Oregon University
M.S., Education, Nova Southeastern University
Joara Minharo
Political Science
Joara is an immigrant from Brazil and left her homeland in 1984. She joined WVC in 2007 and is a political science faculty member.
Education
B.A., Political Science, Utah State University
M.S., Political Science, Western Washington University
Andrea Morrell
Medical Assistant
Andrea is a WVC alumna. She began teaching in the medical assistant program at WVC in 2015.
Education
AAS, Wenatchee Valley College
Barbara Oldham
Librarian
Education
B.A., Education, Washburn University
M.S., Library Science, Emporia State University
Shelly Pflugrath
Psychology
Shelly became a full-time psychology faculty member at WVC in 2013.
Education
BS, Biology, Washington State University
M.Ed, Counseling, Heritage College
Ryan Poortinga
Counseling
Ryan is a WVC alumnus. He has been a WVC counselor since 2014.
Education
A.A., Wenatchee Valley College
B.A., M.A., Education, Counseling, Washington State University
Sai Ramaswamy
Engineering Technology
Education
Mechanical Engineering, Osmania University
M.B.A., Osmania University
Engineering Technology, Iowa State University
Jaime Ramirez
Chicano Studies
History
Jaime has been a WVC History and Chicano/a Studies faculty member since 2014.
Education
A.A., Yakima Valley CC
B.A., Social Science, Washington State University
B.A., History, Washington State University
M.A., History, Washington State University
Angela Redmon
Math
Angela joined WVC in 1998. Her areas of professional interest include Pythagorean triples and modern algebra.
Education
B.S., Math, University of Portland
M.S., Math, Eastern Washington University
Angie Russell
Math
Angie is math faculty. She began working at WVC in 1995.
Education
B.S., Math - Westminster College
M.S., Physics - University of Utah
Bertha Sanchez
Counseling
Bertha is a WVC alumna. She has been a counselor at WVC since 2007.
Education
A.A., Wenatchee Valley College
B.S., Social Services, Central Washington University
M.Ed., Counseling, Heritage College
Francisco Sarmiento
Agriculture
Francisco is a WVC alumnus. He has taught in the WVC Agriculture Department since 2006.
Education
A.A., Tree Fruit Production, Wenatchee Valley College
B.S., Horticulture, Washington State University
Amy Shank
English
Amy has taught at WVC since 2008 and she is the director of the WVC WriteLab.
Education
B.A., M.A., English, Eastern Washington University
M.A., Teaching, Whitworth
Derek Sheffield
English
Derek has been a professor of English at WVC since 2003. He has many renowned awards and honors in the field of poetry and English.
Education
B.A., English, University of Washington
M.Ed., Education, Seattle University
MFA, Poetry, University of Washington
Robert Smet
Criminal Justice
Robert has taught in the criminal justice program at WVC since 2008. Prior to that, he was with the Wenatchee Police Dept. for 30 years.
Education
Cert., Crime and Intelligence Analyses, California State University
Cert., Forensics, University of Washington
Cert., Forensic Anthropology, Washington State University
Steven Stefanides
Biology
Chemistry
Steve is a passionate science instructor and has been with WVC since 1999. He holds the 2016 Alcoa Excellence in Teaching Award (with Dr. Sue Kane).
Education
B.A., Philosophy, Stanford
M.S., Biology, Stanford
Dan Stephens
Biology
Dan joined WVC in 1990. He holds the 2003 WVC Linda Schultz Herzog Outstanding Faculty of the Year Award.
Education
B.S., Biology, Boise State University
M.S., Biology, Central Washington University
D.A., Biology Education, Idaho State University
Gerald Tiffany
English
Gerry has taught English at WVC since 1989. He was awarded 98-99 Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year.
Education
B.S., English & Comm., University of Iowa
M.A., Comm. Research, University of Iowa
B.A.E., Education, Eastern Washington University
M.A., English, Eastern Washington University
MFA, Creative Writing, Eastern Washington University
Patrick Tracy
Medical Laboratory Technology
Pat has been with WVC since 2012.
Education
B.S., Medical Technology, University of North Dakota
M.A., Linguistics, Adam Mickiewcz University
Bruce Unger
Physics
Engineering
Bruce has been with WVC since 1988. He was the 2003-04 Outstanding Faculty Member of the Year.
Education
B.S., Physics, State University of New York-Oswego
M.S., Physics, Washington State University
Ph.D., Physics, Washington State University
Benjamin Van Dyke
Math
Ben has been with WVC since 2016.
Education
B.S., Math, Eastern Oregon University
M.S., Math, Kansas State University
Ph.D., Math, Washington State University
Craig Vander-Hart
Philosophy
Craig has been with WVC since 2012.
Education
M.A., Religion & Philosophy, Northwest University
M.A., Philosophy, Gonzaga
Beverly Warman
Chemical Dependency Studies
Beverly has been with WVC since 2000.
Education
AAA, WVC
B.A., Psychology, Western Wash. University
M.Ed., Counseling Psychology, Heritage College
Sharon Wiest
Math
Sharon has been with WVC since 2006.
Education
B.S., Math, Gonzaga
M.S., Applied Math, University of Colo.
Mary Wolcott
Nursing
Mary has been with WVC since 2006.
Education
AAA, Spokane CC
B.Ed., Education, Whitworth
MSN, Nursing, Gonzaga
Derin Wysham
Math
Education
B.S., Mathematical Sciences, University of Calif.
Ph.D., Applied Math, University of Colorado
Susan Yale
Nursing
Susan has been with WVC since 2014.Education
A.A., ADN, Nursing, Wenatchee Valley College
B.A., Hospitality Business, Washington State University
MSN, Nursing Education, Gonzaga
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Business Computer Technology
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Physical Education
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Sociology
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Agriculture
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Computer Technology & Systems
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Nursing
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Math
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Business Accounting
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History
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Earth Sciences
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Automotive Technology
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Art
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Art Digital Design
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Biology
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Agriculture
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Psychology
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Developmental Education
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Automotive Technology
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English
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Chemistry
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Nursing
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Math
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Music
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Industrial Technology
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Machining
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English Humanities
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Humanities
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Environmental Systems and Refrigeration Technology
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Medical Assistant
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Math
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Developmental Education
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Business
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Medical Laboratory Technology
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Agriculture
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Nursing
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Physical Education
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Political Science
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Medical Assistant
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