The Living History Project videos provide a permanent, documented legacy and an overview of these Winona State University (WSU) Retirees’ lives, experiences, accomplishments and contributions to WSU during their careers. Living History is a WSU Retiree Center project in collaboration with the WSU Mass Communication Department and WSU English Department (Film Studies Minor). It involves student teams engaged in hands-on learning with all aspects of the production of the Living History documentaries.
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Barbara Oertel-Petersen
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dr. Barbara Oertel-Petersen, the former Director of the Warrior Success Center at Winona State University.
Creators of the video are Devyn Marcotte, Daniel Vue, Jayden Tummel, and Ribka Damiyo.
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Lyelle Palmer
Retiree Center - Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dr. Lyelle Palmer, Professor Emeritus of Special Education at Winona State University. Dr. Palmer originated Department of Special Education in the WSU College of Education. Guests: Sheryl Wilder, Jean Kroenbusch
Creators of the video are: Emily Kay, Emily Herrick, Evan Frestedt, and Abby Gleason
Music by: Scott Joplin and Dolly Dawn
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Rill Reuter
Retiree Center - Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dr. Rill Reuter a Professor of Chemistry at Winona State University (WSU) and Vice President of the WSU Faculty Association (FA).
Creators of the video are Ryleigh Alery, Daniel Thompson, Erin Devaney, Anastasia Yang, Molly Fischer.
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Amy Welch: The Flower Girl
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Amy Welsh, Winona State University groundskeeper.
Creators of this video are Chris Grohs, Charley McClay, Heidi Leitha, and narrator Lisa Gluek.
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Carol Jefferson
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dr. Carol Jefferson Winona State University Professor of Biology from 1976-2006.
This video was created by Cassie Bauer, David Tramill, and Maxwell Ackman.
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Nancy Olga Jannik: A Woman of Science
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dr. Nancy Olga Jannik, Winona State University faculty member and administrator at Winona State University. Jannik was a faculty member and chair of the Geology Department. Jannik was Dean of the College of Science and Engineering, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dean of Graduate Studies, led Assessment, and Grants and Special Projects.
The creators of this video are Kyra Lepsch, Reid Fisher, and Ryan Flanders.
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Peter Henderson
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dr. Peter Henderson Winona State University Professor of History and then as Dean of Liberal Arts for a total of 26 years.
The creators of this video are Jessica Chacich, Cooper Lipski, and Tyler Gliem.
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Joanne Rosczyk
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Joanne Rosczyk, Winona State University (WSU), Safety Director to Telephone Administrator. The film was created by Regan Bushman, Jess Hegele, Lilly Rowland, Olivia Prondzinski, and Magan Hinderaker.
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John Ferden
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about John Ferden, Winona State University (WSU), Director of Auxiliary Services.
Research, editing, and production by Allison Miller, Amy Stoulil, Hattie Bell, Kipp Bonde, and Tanner Kerns.
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Richard Shields
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Richard Shields, Winona State University (WSU), Professor of Physics.
Written by Kiva Grote-Hirsch, Alex Kohlbeck, Kaitlyn Mercier, Caleb Weaver. Cinematography by Kiva Grote-Hirsch and Ashley Kincaid. Edited by Ashley Kincaid.
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Serena Holstad
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Serena Holstad, Winona State University (WSU), Student Union Administrative Assistant (1998-2010). Film is by Mercedes Johnson, Logan Odell, Kristiana Barnholtz, Katelyn Steuer, and Erich Schweitzer.
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JamieAnn Meyers
JamieAnn Meyers
The Living History Project presents a video about JamieAnn Meyers, Winona State University (WSU), Professor of Geology (30 years).
Narrated by Joe Schrader. Produced by research, editing, and production by WSU students Joe Eichele and Joe Schrader. Additional research, videography, and photograph by Jim Reynolds (WSU Professor Emeritus) and Tom Grier (WSU Professor).
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Larry Holstad
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Larry Holstad Winona State University (WSU) Director of Athletics.
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Lee Loerch
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Lee Loerch, Winona State University (WSU), Director of Admissions.
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Mary Ballard
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Mary Ballard, Winona State University (WSU), Nursing Department Office and Adminitrative Specialist.
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Mary Kesler
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Mary Kesler, Winona State University (WSU), Professor of Psychology (37 years) and WSU Faculty President.
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Bill Koutsky
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Bill Koutsky, Winona State University (WSU), WSU Facilities & Maintenance in PAC. He worked at Winona State from 2001 to 2013. Produced by Joe Van Ryn, Jace Ronloff, Brittney Bluhm, and Chris Schroeder.
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Dennis Harvey Pack
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dennis Harvey Pack, Winona State University (WSU), Mass Communication Professor. He worked at WSU from 1978 to 2003. Produced by Taylor Price, and Tyler Campbell. Narrated by Taylor Price. Music by Benjamin Glownski.
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Dennis Martin
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Dennis Martin, Winona State University (WSU), WSU Faculty & Administrator. He worked at WSU from 1975 to 2009. Narrated by Blake Gasner. Produced by Blake Gasner, Sunny Hasebem & Steve Hodena.
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Marjorie Dorner
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Marjorie Dorner, Winona State University (WSU), Professor of English. She worked at WSU from 1971 to 2002.
Produced by Briana Basolo. Narrated by Cade Grandgenett. Lighting and Camera done by Landon Maie. Edited by Maeve O' Duggan.
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Nancy Malotke
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Nancy Malotke, Winona State University (WSU), Office & Admin Specialist. She worked at Winona State from 1964 to 2005. Produced by Joshua Brandt, Holly Rauch, and Fredericka Orlowske. Music: The Engagement by Silent Partner.
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Gary Evans: Vice President of Advancement
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Gary Evans, Winona State University (WSU), former Vice President of Advancement. He served WSU for 30 years.
Produced by Nathaniel Nelson, Skyler Grossell, and Robert Czaplewski.
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Jim Mootz: Director of Admissions
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Jim Mootz, Winona State University (WSU), Director of Admissions. He worked at WSU from 1968 to 2002. Executive Producer: Lydia Papenfuss, Interview Coordinator: Carissa Balow, Narrator: Lydia Papenfuss, Music: Purple Planet Music.
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Vicki Decker: Director of Career Services 1988-2011
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Vicki Decker, Winona State University (WSU), Director of Career Services, 1988-2011.
Produced by Harrison McCormick, Jesse Vonderharr, and Seth Lamey.
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Bob Keister
Retiree Center, Winona State University
The Living History Project presents a video about Bob Keister, Winona State University (WSU), Former WSU Football, Basketball, Wrestling, and Track Coach. He worked at Winona State from 1961 to 1993. Produced by Jennie Hanson, Jacob Hilsabeck, Matt Lambert, Sam Nieman, Victoria Norris, and Phillip Pronschinske. Narrated by Sam Nieman.
