HR Connect

Josh Stephens was welcomed by Facilities Management on August 9, 2016, as an Auto and Truck Mechanic.

Josh had been working at UWGB in a temporary role and was recently hired into the ongoing role as an auto and truck mechanic. Prior to working at UWGB, Josh worked as a diesel technician.

He has an Associate’s Degree in diesel repair technology and business management from Fox Valley Technical College, as well as other certifications. Josh is from Nichols, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Josh!

James Mezger was welcomed by Facilities Management on October 19, 2015, as a Custodian.

James previously worked for Pfefferle Property Management as a cleaning technician for one year. James also served as a scout/sniper team leader in the United States Army for four years and was an honor graduate from the Army Primary Leadership Development Course.

He is from De Pere, Wisconsin.

Welcome, James!

Jessica Martens was welcomed by GBOSS on July 25, 2016, as an Enrollment Services Front Desk Advisor.

Jessica worked in the Registrar’s Office as an Office Assistant for about two and a half years, before recently being hired into a permanent role. Native to Stevens Point, Jessica graduated from UWGB in May 2016.

Welcome, Jessica!

Scott Landis was welcomed by Facilities Management on November 17, 2015, as a Custodian.

Scott served as a supervisor for the Army National Guard in Stevens Point for 25 years, where he received multiple Army Achievement Medals during his military training. Scott most recently spent time working as a manager at Fajita Republic. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Northern Michigan.

Scott is from Green Bay.

Welcome, Scott!

Beth Jones was welcomed by Athletics on May 2, 2016, as the Chief of Staff.

Beth comes to use from Rasmussen College, where she worked as a Student Records Specialist for three years. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in communication studies from UW-Lacrosse and is a member of the Current Young Professional Organization. She is from Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Beth!

Diane Grubisha was welcomed by the Registrar’s Office on August 22, 2016, as a Student Record Specialist.

Diane previously worked as a University Services Program Associate in the Philosophy Department at UW-Milwaukee for nine years. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology from UW-Milwaukee in 1992 and went on to receive a Master’s Degree in 2001.

She is from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Diane!

Sam Goeller was welcomed by Intramurals & Recreation on July 1, 2016, as a Fitness Coordinator.

Samantha previously worked as a Program Assistant, Group Fitness Instructor, and a Fitness Attendant at UW-Milwaukee from 2013 until 2015. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology from UW-Milwaukee in 2015, and she is also certified by the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America in Primary Group Exercise. She is from Hartford, WI.

Welcome, Sam!

Academic Advising recently welcomed Lauri Welhouse on September 19, 2016, as an Online Student Advisor.

Lauri previously worked for Rasmussen College for seven years. She earned her Bachelor of Science Degree at UWGB and her Master of Science Degree at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Lauri is part of Leadership Green Bay alumni and is married with two adult children. Her hometown is Green Bay, Wisconsin.

Welcome, Lauri!

Natural and Applied Sciences welcomed Karen Stahlheber on August 22, 2016, as an Assistant Professor.

Karen previously worked for Michigan State University as a post-doctoral researcher and was based at the W. K. Kellogg Biological Station. She earned her Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology from the University of California Santa Barbara and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Environmental Studies and Biology from Middlebury College. Her research interests include ecological restoration, plant communities, and sustainability. She grew up in Pasadena, California.

Welcome, Karen!