(507) 457-1750
bdefries@smumn.edu
About Me
B.S. Psychology & M.S. Counseling, South Dakota State University; Doctorate in Education Administration (ABD), University of South Dakota
Interests & Hobbies| • kayaking | • biking |
| • anything outdoors | • traveling |
(507) 457-1483
mgarza@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Elementary Education, Normal "Gomez Palacio" Gomez Palacio, Durango Mexico; B.A. Special Education, Normal Regional de Especializacion, Saltillo, Coahuila Mexico; M.Ed. Teaching and Learning, Saint Mary's
Interests & Hobbies| • cooking | • baking |
| • reading |
"My position and background give me the opportunity to network and help students on a daily basis."
(612) 377-8454
kpellegr@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Business Administration: Management & Marketing, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • reading | • ethnic foods |
| • walking | • athletics |
(507) 457-6682
ksulliva@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Sociology & Early Childhood Education, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • traveling | • the outdoors |
| • reading | • family time |
"My favorite thing about admissions is the opportunity to meet a variety of students and assist them as they make the college decision that is best for them."
(507) 457-1729
sderanek@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Human Services, Saint Mary's
Interests & Hobbies| • beading | • reading |
| • Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk | |
"I've been at Saint Mary's for 25 years because the people who work here and the students who learn here become family - the respect and concern for all that is the LaSallian tradition touches everyone who comes to SMU."
(507) 457-1472
jrockwel@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Political Science, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • traveling | • reading |
| • hiking | • family |
"SMU has been such a huge part of my life - as a student and as staff - and continues to be a wonderful and rewarding experience. I love working with students from Southeastern Minnesota (as that's where I grew up as well) and helping them navigate the college process while they're figuring out what is the best fit for them."
(773) 549-8660
ktrnka@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Music - Voice Concentration, Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, IN
Interests & Hobbies| • karaoke | • working out |
| • traveling | • family & friends |
"I love Saint Mary's because I enjoy seeing students grow personally, spiritually and academically."
(507) 457-1470
jdelaros@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. International Business, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • traveling | • reading |
| • running | • cooking |
"I like working in admissions because it gives me the opportunity to help students make a decision that will impact their life. It is invigorating to see the enthusiasm with which they go through the process and see how excited they are to begin this new experience. Seeing them smile and happy, makes me smile and happy."
(507) 457-1705
ahollnag@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Public Relations, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • dancing | • singing |
| • time with family & friends | |
"My favorite thing about my job is watching students transition from prospective students to active members of our campus community and eventually, an accomplished part of society. There is no greater feeling than seeing students succeed at a place that has done so much for me."
(507) 429-7693
nleibund@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Political Science, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • playing guitar | • fishing |
| • collecting old record albums | • watching Chicago sports |
"I like working in Admissions because it allows me to share the great experience Saint Mary's offers directly with others."
(507) 457-1479
astasica@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Music Business/Spanish & M.A. in International Business, Saint Mary's
Interests & Hobbies| • road trips | • playing guitar |
| • cooking | • meeting new people |
"My favorite thing about my position is building meaningful relationships with students and their families as they learn about Saint Mary's."
(507) 457-1769
rwockenf@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Elementary Education, Saint Mary's
Interests & Hobbies| • basketball | • coaching |
| • crossfit training | • good food |
"Working in Admissions allows me the chance to show prospective students the wonderful opportunities that Saint Mary’s continues to offer its students."
(507) 457-1761
ngerdes@smumn.edu
About Me
B.A. Criminal Justice, Saint Mary’s
Interests & Hobbies| • her children | • (They're toddlers) |
| • (Did we mention there's two?) | |
"My favorite thing about my position is there is never a dull moment. We are always busy. I also couldn't ask for better people to work with."
(507) 457-1700
jfrahm@smumn.edu
(507) 457-1644
ctarras@smumn.edu
