Staff Bios

As the Vice President of Student Development and Enrollment at Northwest Christian, Michael is responsible for the oversight of Admission, Financial Aid, Athletics, Campus Ministry, Campus Dining, Career Development, Residence Life, Student Activities, Intramurals, Security, and Wellness. In 1997 he received his MS in Counseling and Guidance with a Specialization in College Student Personnel from California Lutheran University and in 1994 graduated with his BA in History from Pacific Lutheran University. 

In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his family, attending campus events, reading, and playing fantasy football. He and his wife Erin have two children; a son, Zach, and a daughter, Madison.

Favorite Bible verse: "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him."  (James 1:12, NIV)

As Executive Director of Enrollment Services, Brian is responsible for enrollment services primarily for the professional studies and graduate programs.

In 2005, Brian was conferred a Master of Historical Theology from Westminster Seminary California. He studied history at the University of Oregon and enjoys being back to this green state. Brian looks forward to building strong enrollment services and enhancing each student experience.

Brian’s outside interests include reading old books and collecting pocket watches. Among his favorite authors are Boethius, John Calvin, Martin Luther, Gerhardus Vos, Meredith Kline and C. S. Lewis. He and his wife Sarah have two children and live in North Eugene.

Favorite Bible verse: "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth."  (Genesis 1:1, NIV)

A graduate of Westminster College in Salt Lake City with a BS in Marketing, Kathy has been in Admissions at Northwest Christian since October of 2007.  She has over 10 years of marketing experience in a variety of industries. 

In her spare time she enjoys watching football, making cards, reading mystery novels, and walking on the beach.  She recently became the Team Leader of the Welcome Center at her church and is enjoying this new role immensely.

Favorite Bible verse: “The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear.” (Psalm 27:1, NIV)

Tony most recently was an Admissions Counselor at Dynamic Education Systems. He joined the enrollment team in April of 2008. He is a graduate of the University of Oregon.

Tony is married with five children and is also the Director of Golf & Women’s golf coach for Northwest Christian.  

Favorite Bible verse: "Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance." (James 1:2-3, NIV)

A graduate of Northwest Christian with a BA in Accounting, James has been in the Financial Aid Department at Northwest Christian since September of 2007 and loves serving the student body he was once a member of.  Prior to working at Northwest Christian, James worked as a Cost Accountant for Monaco Coach Corporation.

James’ interests include: reading, science fiction, and board games. He and his wife Elizabeth have a daughter, Sophia, and currently live in Springfield.

Favorite Bible verse: "Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy."  (Proverbs 31:9, NIV)

Andrew came to Northwest Christian in August of 2007, shortly after marrying his wife, Lisa. He holds a BS in Computer Science from the University of Puget Sound.

In his spare time he enjoys golfing, watching football, and studying the Bible. Andrew and Lisa recently celebrated the birth of a new baby girl, Hannah Christine, born on February 8th, 2008.  Hannah is their first child.

Favorite Bible verse: "Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.  Each day has enough trouble of its own."  (Matthew 6:34, NIV)