- Department: Communications & Speech
- University: Southeast Community College
- Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
I have had the joy of being a full-time instructor at Southeast Community College for over 20 years. I am the faculty advisor for Cru at this campus. Over my 45 + years of work, I have experienced job loss, divorce, financial setbacks, and strained relationships (yeah, go figure that for a Communication faculty member). Regardless of the situation, through my relationship with Jesus Christ and support from steadfast friends who are Christ followers, I have seen Jesus' provision and blessings and hope. Hope is the most encouraging provision that I have seen from God. It has been a rewarding journey.
Favorite Quote
Lamentations 3:21-25 "This I recall to my mind, therefore, I have hope. The LORD's lovingkindnesses indeed never cease, for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning. Great is Your faithfulness. The LORD is my portion says my soul, therefore, I have hope in Him. The LORD is good to those who wait for Him, to the person who seeks Him. It is good that he waits silently for the salvation of the LORD."
Friends describe me
positive, trustworthy, encouraging
My hobbies
running, cross-country skiing, bicycling, vegetable gardening, fishing
Fantasy dinner guests
Aside from Jesus, the Queen of England, Benjamin Netanyahu, Tony Dungy (former NFL player and coach), Ken Davis (comedian and author), Condoleezza Rice, Coach John Wooden
Best advice I ever received
stay steady and trust God to work in my circumstances
My undergrad alma mater
North Dakota State University
My worst subject in school
Old English Literature
In college I drove
1969 Chevy Impala
If I weren't a professor, I would
own or manage a business or be a motivational speaker
Favorite books
The Lord of the Rings
Favorite movies
Second-hand Lions, The Lord of the Rings, Sargent York, The Battle of Britain (and various other WW 2 movies)
Favorite city
Fargo, ND
Nobody knows I
once auditioned for a Nashville music talent search. It was done more of a joke with a friend than an actual desire. I surely did not have the gift of a singing voice.
My latest accomplishment
Got remarried to a wonderful woman in 2021. Also, developed a new group communication course for our college.
Current Research
Leadership and small group communication