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Division of Continuing Education and Community Engagement
The Division of Continuing Education and Community Engagement is staffed by experienced and engaged leaders and personnel, highly proficient in their unique areas. Personnel in each area are identified below. Directors develop programs, curriculum and mutually beneficial partnerships and collaborations. Program Specialists have detailed understanding of their dedicated programs. Please reach out to the appropriate person based on area or program.
Jess Lambrecht
Executive Officer
lambreje@uwgb.edu
920-465-2222
CAREER & WORKFORCE
Continuing Professional Education
Institute for Women's Leadership
Teri Zuege-Halvorsen
Executive Regional Manager, Continuing Professional Education
zueget@uwgb.edu
920-663-7316
Teri Zuege-Halvorsen earned her Master of Science Degree in Management and Organizational Behavior from Silver Lake College and her Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and Psychology from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay. She has worked in the UW System for over 15 years, first as an Associate Professor for Family Living with UW-Extension and since 2016 as the Area Director, Continuing Professional Education in the division. Teri develops educational programming for social workers and other health and human service professionals to meet licensure requirements, manages the continuing professional education staff on the main and branch campuses, establishes partnerships with community leaders and oversees the curriculum development of innovative continuing education programs that meet the needs of stakeholders, partners, students and community members on all four of the UW- Green Bay campuses.
Education: M.S. Management and Organizational Behavior, B.S. Human Biology and Psychology
Kerry Winkler
Program Specialist, Wisconsin Caregiver Academy
winklerk@uwgb.edu
920-465-2508
Kerry Winkler is a UW-Green Bay alumna, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Humanistic Studies. Kerry previously worked at Bellin Hospital where she coordinated the Continuing Medical Education Program and obtained the highest form of accreditation for the CME program. In 2016, Kerry joined the Division as a program specialist. She manages the Wisconsin Caregiver Academy, developing train-the-trainer curriculum as well as creating other healthcare-related programing. Kerry has a passion for education and enjoys creating new and innovative programing.
Education: B.A. Humanistic Studies
Kayle Petitjean
Administrative Assistant, Continuing Professional Education
petitjek@uwgb.edu
920-465-2642
Kayle joined the UW-Green Bay Division of Continuing Education & Community Engagement in June of 2021. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UW-Green Bay. Prior to UW-Green Bay, Kayle worked at Schneider National Inc. She has many years of experience in customer service. Kayle supports the programs in Continuing Professional Education and the Wisconsin Caregiver Academy.
Education: B.S. Psychology
Linda Hornick
Program Specialist, CPE - Marinette Campus
hornickl@uwgb.edu
715-504-3351
Linda Hornick joined the Division as a Program Specialist in August of 2018 after working with the UW System since 2015. She is an alumna of UW-Marinette and earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration with a minor in Psychology from UW-Green Bay. She is currently a board member of InVenture North. She also serves on the Education & Workforce Development Committee with the Marinette Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce and the Peshtigo Career, Education and Community Expo Planning Group. Her responsibilities for engaging the community include developing professional educational opportunities for individuals and businesses, producing shows at the the Children’s Theatre and providing travel opportunities.
Education: B.S. Business Administration
Melissa Betke
Program Specialist, CPE - Manitowoc & Sheboygan Campuses
betkem@uwgb.edu
920-663-7337
Melissa joined the UW-Green Bay Division of Continuing Education & Community Engagement in October of 2018. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Communication with emphases in Public Relations and Mass Media from UW-Green Bay. Prior to UW-Green Bay, she worked for the Green Bay Packers in the Brand & Marketing and Premium Seating Departments and worked at the Kohler Company in the Generator Division. Melissa currently serves as the Program Specialist providing professional development and community engagement opportunities to the Manitowoc and Sheboygan communities.
Her Strengthsfinder strengths are: Woo, Activator, Communication, Positivity & Strategic.
Education: B.A. Communications
Heidi Jahnke
Program Specialist, Lifelong Learning Institute
jahnkeh@uwgb.edu
920-465-2356
Heidi joined UW-Green Bay’s Lifelong Learning Institute in 2022. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from St. Norbert College where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology with a minor in Women & Gender Studies. She has a passion for education and enjoys helping others grow & succeed. In her role as Program Specialist, Heidi oversees 200+ courses each semester. These courses are offered in Green Bay, Marinette, Manitowoc, Sheboygan & the surrounding areas. As someone who considers herself a lifelong learner, LLI’s motto of “Learning for the Fun of It!” suits her perfectly. She supports over 300 volunteers that make this Institute one of the best in the country. LLI is a vital part of the community and Heidi greatly enjoys serving its members.
Education: B.A. Sociology
Wisconsin Training Registries
Margie Reichwald
Executive Manager
reichwam@uwgb.edu
920-465-2321
Margie Reichwald is the Director of the Wisconsin CBRF Training Registry at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. She provides progressive leadership for all facets of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services CBRF Training Registry Project. She has over 20 years of leadership and development experience working in the health care industry. Margie has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and is currently working on a Master’s of Arts in Applied Professional Studies. Margie continues to cultivate relations with the Department of Health Services and other statewide agencies for collaborative projects and opportunities.
Education: B.A. Political Science
Laura Nolan
Program Specialist
nolanl@uwgb.edu
920-465-2772
Laura Nolan is a program specialist for the Wisconsin CBRF Training Registry She has a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services and has worked in the health care field for 25 years, with 18 years of multi-facility management. Laura has used her experience to develop assisted living curriculum and as a seminar speaker. Her passion for the elderly and people with dementia is evidenced by her involvement in the Brown County Dementia Friendly Coalition. As an active member of the coalition, Laura helps train businesses to be dementia friendly through the Purple Angel Program.
Education: B.A. Human Services
Samantha Anderson
Administrative Assistant, Wisconsin CBRF Training Registry
andersos@uwgb.edu
920-465-2497
Samantha Anderson has been a University Services Program Associate for the Wisconsin CBRF Training Registry since 2017. Sam has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. Sam previously worked in Community Education at Mohave Community College in Kingman, Arizona and has three years of direct care experience working with the elderly and young adults.
Education: B.A. Journalism
Debi Leis
Program Specialist
leisd@uwgb.edu
920-465-2469
Debi earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary English and Spanish Education from the University of Wisconsin La Crosse. Debi was a middle and high school Spanish and English teacher for fourteen years, has experience working in the private sector in customer care and as in sales support, and has volunteered and worked for non-profit organizations in Brown County. Debi began working as a University Services Program Associate for the Wisconsin CBRF Training Registry in September of 2020 and was promoted to Program Specialist in July 2022.
Education: B.S. English and Spanish Secondary Education
Government Affairs and Economic Development
Laura Nolan
Business and Government Outreach Program Manager
nolanl@uwgb.edu
920-465-2772
Laura Nolan is the Business and Government Outreach Program Manager. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Human Services and has worked in the business and health care field for over 25 years, with 15 years as part of the executive management team of a large assisted living company. Laura uses her years of experience in management, workforce development and human resources to assist with consulting, developing training, and assisting government and businesses with today's challenges. In her free time, Laura is a part of the Brown County Dementia Friendly Coalition and the Wisconsin Coalition to End Social Isolation and Loneliness.
Education: M.S. (in progress) Community & Organizational Leadership, B.A. Human Services
Christopher Ledvina
Business Specialist
ledvinch@uwgb.edu
920-465-2164
Christopher worked in higher education career services, secondary education, customer service and taught English as a second language in Europe before joining the division in June 2022. Christopher supports local organizations by developing customized training opportunities, increasing awareness of current programming and promoting collaborative initiatives between the university and external stakeholders. He is involved in several organizations within the region, including Sheboygan Area Training and Development, Current Young Professionals of Green Bay, Big Brother Big Sisters, and CollegeReady. He has a passion for understanding the space between education and industry, with a personal motto of “Never Stop Improving."
Education: Ph.D. (in progress) Leadership for the Advancement of Learning and Service in Higher Education, M.S. Leadership and Organizational Development, B.A English
Ericka Bloch
Administrative Assistant, Government Affairs and Economic Development
bloche@uwgb.edu
920-465-2662
Ericka graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in 2016 with a Bachelor’s in Spanish and Communication with an emphasis in Mass Media and Public Relations. At UW-Green Bay, she participated in the National Student Exchange program where she studied Spanish at the University of Puerto Rico - Cayey. Ericka has been working as the University Services Program Associate for Government Affairs since December of 2017 where she assists in putting together trainings for local government officials throughout the state of Wisconsin.
Education: B.A. Spanish and Communication