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On July 1, 2016, Jagadeep Thota was welcomed by the Natural and Applied Sciences Department as an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology.

Jagadeep is from Bangalore, a southern city in India. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Bangalore University, India. He did his M.S. and Ph.D. studies from University of Nevada, Las Vegas. All three of his degrees are in Mechanical Engineering.

After his doctorate, Jagadeep worked as a Postdoctoral Scholar for three years at the Center for Materials and Structures at UNLV. Jagadeep also worked for the University of Alabama in Huntsville as a Lecturer for three years. His research experiences include experimental and computational analysis of structures under severe loading conditions, such as explosions and projectile impacts; developing optimization codes for design improvements in structures; shock mitigation, with emphasis on structures with bolted joints; and experimental characterization of polymer composites, metallic, and new generation materials under normal and extreme environments.

Jagadeep has co-authored more than 30 peer-reviewed international technical papers and has won several outstanding paper and poster awards. He was honored with an outstanding academic achievement award at UNLV. He is a member of the Phi Kappa Phi and Tau Beta Pi honor societies. He has been an advisor for the historic and prestigious engineering honor society, Tau Beta Pi, both at UNLV and UAH. He has been active as a judge, mentor, and inspector in FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science & Technology) events such as FIRST Robotics Competition and FIRST Tech Challenge, for high school and middle school students. After experiencing the extremes of Las Vegas heat and Huntsville humidity, Jagadeep is looking forward to the “pleasant” Green Bay winters.

Welcome, Jagadeep!

Social Work welcomed Margaret Kubek on July 1, 2016, as a Lecturer and MSW Field Coordinator.

Margaret previously worked for Green Bay Public Schools as a school social worker for 6 years. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social work from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master’s Degree in Anthropology from UW-Milwaukee. Margaret started the Seymour Park Community Garden in downtown Green Bay and is on the board of the Seymour Park Neighborhood Association. She is from Appleton, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Margaret!

Business Administration welcomed Matthew Geimer on January 8, 2016, as a Business Law Lecturer!

Matt previously worked as an attorney at Geimer & Orcutt Law, S.C. for ten years. His practice focused on estate planning, elder law, real estate, and guardianships. Matt earned his B.A. in Political Science and History at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and his J.D. at the University of Wisconsin Law School. He is a member of the State Bar of Wisconsin and is Chair of the Village of Allouez Economic Development Committee.

Matt is from Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Matt!

On July 25, 2016, Jacob Depas became the new Director of Development in Advancement!

Jacob previously worked for Carthage College as a Major Gifts officer for almost 3 years before returning to his alma mater.  He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from UW-Green Bay in 2007.  Jacob is very excited to be much closer to his hometown of Luxemburg and is gearing up to help coach with the local soccer club, Green Bay Lightning.

Welcome, Jacob!

Jimmy was welcomed by Residence Life on July 1, 2016, as an Area Coordinator!

Jimmy previously work at UW-Platteville as a Resident Director for two years. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree from UW-Oshkosh in Human Services Leadership and his Masters of Education from Grand Valley State University in College Student Affairs Leadership.

He is from Brillion, Wisconsin, and enjoys spending time with his god-daughter and god-son.

Welcome, Jimmy!

Stephanie Shepro was welcomed by the University Library on January 4, 2016, as an Acquisitions & Serials Assistant!

Stephanie graduated from UWGB with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Human Development.  As a student, Stephanie worked at the Cofrin Library, where she developed her interest in library sciences.

Born in Green Bay, Stephanie moved to Madison at a young age but returned to Titletown for college.  When she’s not at work, Stephanie likes working with children and volunteers at Big Brothers Big Sisters. She also loves to travel and hopes to someday visit each continent.

Welcome, Stephanie!

Web Services welcomed Brandon Langer on October 12, 2015, as a Web Developer!

Brandon previously worked on the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Web Development team. He was hired on after graduation from UWGB after obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree in both Design Arts and Art. Brandon volunteers his weekends to the Hamilton Wood Type and Printing Museum. He is originally from Iola, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Brandon!

On August 22, 2016, the Humanistic Studies/English Department welcomed Emily Ransom as an Assistant Professor!

Emily studies Renaissance literature and the religious culture of early modern England.  She just completed her Charlotte W. Newcombe Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship year and graduated from the University of Notre Dame.  She also holds degrees from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and North Carolina State University and has studied language and book history at University College—Cork, National University of Ireland—Galway, the Paideia Institute in Rome, and the Folger Institute in Washington, DC.  While at Notre Dame she had the privilege of teaching a series of great books seminars at the South Bend Center for the Homeless, participating in an urban revitalization organization, and singing in a local gospel choir.

Emily is from the rural town of Rolesville, North Carolina, and looks forward to sharing Wisconsinites’ love of the great outdoors, comfort food, and good music.

Welcome, Emily!

The Nursing Department welcomed Anna Powers on June 1, 2016, as an Academic Department Associate!

Anna previously worked for Northcentral Technical College as an Academic Resource Center Specialist for one year. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Philosophy from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Anna is from Wausau, WI.

Welcome, Anna!