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FACULTY DEMONSTRATE A PASSION FOR LIFE-LONG LEARNING In the tradition of life-long learning, Chair of Science Beth Ratajczak `96 and Co-Chair of Fine Arts Justin Behm both completed Master’s in Education degrees this summer from Antioch University of New England. The focus of their studies was on mindfulness in education – an area for which both Beth and Justin are passionate advocates.
WAYLAND PARENTS COUNCIL HOSTS VIDEO TOWN HALLS
WAYLAND WELCOMES NEW FACULTY AND STAFF Michelle Miller `13 (above) joined the Wayland faculty this fall as a part-time Spanish teacher. Following her graduation from Wayland, Michelle attended Marquette University graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Spanish and media studies. She served as a program assistant in Marquette’s Center of Intercultural Engagement before accepting an assignment as a Peace Corps community health volunteer in Mozambique. She taught in the Waupun School District as a substitute Spanish teacher before returning to campus this fall. Katie Rinshed returns to Wayland Academy, where she was a teacher from 2010-2012. She is teaching Spanish. Katie holds a master’s degree from New York University and a bachelor’s from Clemson University. Aside from teaching, Katie is coordinating student travel and transportation. Katie and Michelle collaborated with students this fall to celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with a special cultural celebration during Assembly. Beaver Dam native Laura Killingsworth (at left) has assumed the role of Library Director and will manage Senior Capstone projects. Laura earned her Master of Arts in Library and Information Studies at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and has experience in both public as well as university libraries. Her bachelor’s degree in Rehabilitation Psychology is also from UW–Madison. She also spent a semester at Charles University in Prague, where she took courses focused on central Europe. Wayland alumna Bryanna Sanders `13 joins the Admissions Department as the Assistant Dean of Admissions. She earned her bachelor’s degree in English and professional writing at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, where she also worked as a marketing assistant. She returned to Wisconsin in 2017 working in marketing and communications. Her experience includes social media marketing, institutional blogging, as well as newsletter creation. Her role will be critical as Wayland continues to expand its visibility to prospective students and their families virtually. Karyn Kroschel, R.N. was named Director of Health Services. Karen is well-known on campus for her work as a school nurse. In this new role, she plays an important role advising the school leadership team and coordinating with the Dodge County Department of Health. She holds a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Marian University. 5
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The Wayland Parents Council has hosted monthly video town halls to foster community connections and a consistent flow of information this fall. Topics have included college counseling, student life, academics, transportation and updates about life on campus. All Wayland parents and guardians are encouraged to attend and may learn more about the meetings by logging in to myWayland. Parents Council Members include: Lori and David Byrne (co-chairs), Angela (secretary) and Peter (vice-chair) Fogarty, Rosanne and Todd Benson, Jaime Blossom, Tiffany Cummings `87, Meredith and Andrew Harmon, Amy and Karl Pippenger, Dr. Oghomwen Sule. John B. McKinstry H`10 serves as trustee representative ex-officio, and Wayland’s Director of Major and Planned Giving Tyler J. Ratajczak is the administration representative ex-officio.
