Category: New Employees

Welcome Laura Jones!

On Monday, November 6th Laura Jones started as a Career Advisor for the Career Planning & Professional Connections Department!

Laura studied Sociology and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Norbert College. She also received her Master’s Degree in Student Affairs Administration in May 2021 from the University of Wisconsin-Lacrosse and is now working towards her Doctoral Degree in Educational Management at Hampton University. Laura has previously worked for the Boys and Girls Club as a STAR (Scholars on Target to Achieve Results) Coordinator from 2019 – 2021. She has also worked as the Social and Community Outreach Service Director for African Heritage, Inc. from 2021 – 2023.

Laura is also the co-author of Chapter in the book, “Teaching Brilliant Beautiful Black Girls”!

Welcome Laura!

Welcome Valerie Rike!

On Wednesday, November 8th, Valerie Rike started as an Administrative Assistant III for the University Police!

Valerie graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics and a minor in German. Valerie has previously worked for University of Iowa Department of Public Safety and Brown County 911!

Welcome Valerie!