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Meet our SCTCC Advisors!

Susan Brunn

Susan Brunn
Susan Brunn

Title: Director of Advising and Career Services

Phone Number: (320) 308-6021

Email: SBrunn@sctcc.edu

Susan Brunn serves as the Academic Advising Center Director. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management and Communication from Concordia University. Susan also serves as the Campus and Community Resources Coordinator at SCTCC which helps students set and achieve their goals. She has been with the college since 2001 and finds much satisfaction in helping students have a positive and successful experience at SCTCC. Outside of work, Susan appreciates family and fitness activities. Her hobbies include painting and refurbishing unloved items.

Ali Mohamed

Ali Mohamed
Ali Mohamed

Title: ESOL Academic Advisor

Phone Number: (320) 308-5014

Email: ali.mohamed@sctcc.edu

Ali Mohamed serves as an Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center. He holds a Master of Science in Educational Administration and a Bachelor of Science both from St. Cloud State University. His background includes student advising and mentoring. He worked closely with underrepresented students in a different educational setting. Ali is committed to serving all students and helping them succeed. He loves being with his family, being outdoors with his friends and playing soccer.

Kelsey Stacken

Kelsey Stacken
Kelsey Stacken

Title: Academic Advisor

Phone Number: (320) 308-5389

Email: kelsey.stacken@sctcc.edu

Kelsey Stacken serves as an Academic Advisor in the Advising Center. She earned a B.S in Paralegal and a M.S in Counseling and Student Affairs from Minnesota State University Moorhead(MSUM). Her background includes International Student Services at MSUM and as Student Relations Director for the College of Science and Engineering at St. Cloud State University. One of her favorite things about working with students is hearing about their personal, educational and professional goals and then cheering them on at  graduation day. Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys being with family and friends, eating at new restaurants and watching reruns of her favorite movies and shows.

Matt Pichelmann

Matt Pichelman
Matt Pichelmann

Title: Academic Advisor

Phone Number: (320) 308-5735

Email: matthew.pichelmann@sctcc.edu

Matt serves as an Academic Advisor in the Advising Center. He works with students throughout the college including those enrolled in our Trades programs. His background has been at SCTCC Admissions Department. He enjoys time with his family and playing baseball in the local community.

Jackie Bellfield

Jackie Bellfield
Jackie Bellfield

Title: Academic Advisor

Phone Number: (320)308-5175

Email: jackie.bellfield@sctcc.edu

Jackie Bellfield serves as an Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Psychology from Bemidji State University. Her background includes youth programming and career counseling/workforce development. She served Dislocated Workers, assisting them with training and employment goals. Jackie is committed to serving all students and helping them achieve their academic goals. She enjoys traveling to warm climates, shopping for shoes and true crime tv.

Lauren Kunde

Lauren Kunde
Lauren Kunde

Title: Academic Advisor

Phone Number: (320) 308-5942

Email: lauren.kunde@sctcc.edu

Lauren Kunde serves as an Academic Advisor in the Academic Advising Center. Lauren earned her Bachelors and Masters at Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM), both in Education and is currently pursuing her Doctorate. Her background is in formal and informal PK -12 educational experiences. Lauren loves being able to connect with students, getting to know them, and helping to make their educational experience a positive one. In her free time, Lauren enjoys spending time with her family, their dogs, completing house projects, and finding new hobbies.

Lori Moe

Lori Moe
Lori Moe

Title: Administrative Assistant for Academic Advising & K-12 Initiatives Program

Phone Number: (320) 308-5359

Email Address: lori.moe@sctcc.edu

Lori Moe serves as the Administrative Assistant for Academic Advising & K-12 Initiatives Program. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising at the University of North Dakota and her Associate’s Degree in Medical Secretary here at SCTCC. She has administrative background in higher education and enjoys the time spent helping students reach their academic goals. Outside of the office, she enjoys family time boating as well as curling up with a good book!

Marena Kouba

Marena Kouba
Marena Kouba

Title: Academic Advisor

Phone Number: (320) 308-1594

Email Address: marena.kouba@sctcc.edu 

Marena Kouba serves as an Academic Advisor in the Advising Center. She earned a B.A. in Communication Studies with emphases in Leadership & Organizational Communication and Relational Communication and a minor in Marketing and a M.S. in Higher Education Administration from St. Cloud State University (SCSU). Her background includes serving as an Undergraduate Admissions Counselor at SCSU and as a Graduate Assistant in the Dual Enrollment Department at SCSU. She is committed to helping students reach their educational, personal, and professional goals and pursue their dreams. Marena is a Carnegie Medal of Heroism recipient for singlehandedly saving the lives of three individuals drowning in a rip current in Lake Superior. In her free time, Marena enjoys spending time with her partner and their two cats (Helen & Lincoln), gardening, playing cards, and spending time outside (preferably in the sunshine, at the lake, or both).

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