Faculty & Staff

The faculty and staff of the Water Resources Center are committed to improving, preserving and protecting Minnesota’s freshwater resources through coordination and delivery of University-based research, education and community engagement. From helping farmers incorporate water-friendly practices, to aiding homeowners in shoreline restoration, WRC staffers are recognized for their innovative delivery and measurable results. Learn more about the their roles and responsibilities by clicking on their name.

Faculty

WRC faculty come from the Graduate Program in Water Resources Science (WRS). 

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Staff

Co-Directors

	Faye Sleeper
	Deborah L Swackhamer

Program and Administrative Staff

	Bonnie Anderson Senior Office Specialist and Assistant to the WRS Director of Graduate Studies
	Lawrence Baker Senior Fellow
	Janelle Benusa Senior Accountant
	Sara Heger Christopherson Onsite Sewage Treatment Program
	Karlyn Eckman Senior Fellow
	Les Everett Education Coordinator
	David Gustafson Onsite Sewage Treatment Program
	Nicholas Haig Onsite Sewage Treatment Program
	Christine Hansen Editor
	José Hernandez Extension Educator
	Maria Juergens Administrative Professional
	Ann Lewandowski Research Fellow
	Barbara Liukkonen Education Coordinator
	Connie Post Senior Accountant, Minnesota Sea Grant
	Nina Shepherd Media and Public Relations Coordinator
	Roland Sigurdson Aquatic Education Specialist, Minnesota DNR
	Elizabeth Wells Program/Project Specialist
	Valerie Were Web Editor
	Jessica Wittwer Onsite Sewage Treatment Program