We are focused on getting students ready for the Fall 2025 semester, and have shifted into same-day services through Friday, August 29 so that we can get students the advising help they need as soon as possible - no appointment needed!
We have options for students to connect on campus and virtually, and will have extended hours through the first week of classes. We are here to help!
Appointments will resume on Tuesday, September 2.
Need advising help to get ready for fall semester? You are in the right place! For on campus express advising, stop by the Student Services Main Desk near the College Services main entrance; bring your photo ID, StarID and password. For virtual express advising, log in using the Zoom link during posted times.
Normandale advisors work with students based on their planned majors and interests. Not sure? That’s okay! We work with all students from undecided to certain about what they want to pursue.
Students who are interested in: Art, Communication, Creative Writing, English, History, Music, Theatre, World Languages
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Simote Katoa, Academic Advisor |
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Shannon Schroeder, Academic Advisor |
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Ruth Cardenas, Academic Advisor |
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Paul Coate, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Valerie Dean, Counselor Make an apappointment |
Students who are interested in: Accounting, Business, Business: Marketing and Management, Computer Information Management, Economics, Hospitality Management
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Simote Katoa, Academic Advisor |
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Shannon Schroeder, Academic Advisor |
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Ruth Cardenas, Academic Advisor |
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Paul Coate, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Valerie Dean, Counselor Make an apappointment |
Students who are interested in: Community Health Worker Navigator, Dental Hygiene, Exercise Science, Health Sciences Broadfield, Nursing, Public Health
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Katie Adams, Academic Advisor Make an appointment Fluent in Spanish |
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Sarah Bjornson, Academic Advisor |
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Sharmarke Ahmed, Academic Advisor |
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Nathan Davis, Academic Advisor |
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Melody Geiger, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Melissa Rach, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
Students who are interested in: Anthropology, Archeology, Criminal Justice, Peace Officer/Public Safety, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Women's Studies
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Katie Adams, Academic Advisor Make an appointment Fluent in Spanish |
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Sarah Bjornson, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Sharmarke Ahmed, Academic Advisor Make an appointment Fluent in Somali |
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Nathan Davis, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Melody Geiger, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Melissa Rach, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
Students who are interested in: Elementary Education and Special Education
YOUR ADVISING TEAM
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Simote Katoa, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Shannon Schroeder, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Ruth Cardenas, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Paul Coate, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Valerie Dean, Counselor Make an appointment |
Students who are interested in: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Computer Technology, Data Analytics, Engineering, Food Science, Geography, Healthcare Systems Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Vacuum and Thin Film Technology
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Dana Cimino, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Jake Kinning, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Njia Lawrence-Porter, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Holly Meuers, Academic Advisor Make an appointment |
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Kristen Cooper, Counselor Make an appointment |
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Paul Harlos, Counselor Make an appointment |
PSEO allows high school students to meet high school requirements while earning college credit. Our advisors help students enroll and get set up for success at Normandale, navigate college, and plan for completion of the MnTC, an associate's degree, or transfer into other colleges and universities. Students should be meeting with their high school guidance counselors to make sure they are staying on track to graduate from high school.
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Kayce Vang, PSEO Academic Advisor Make an appointment Conversational in Hmong |
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Cara Rieke, PSEO Advising Coordinator and Senior Advisor Make an appointment |
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Kayla Freeman, PSEO Academic Advisor |
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Pakou Lee, PSEO Academic Advisor |
We also provide specialized advising for students that have specific needs, including our VA benefits and military-connected students and international students attending Normandale on a student visa.
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Ifeanyi Howard Odor, Retention Specialist |
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Howard advises international students studying on a student visa, coordinates Back on Track (Normandale’s academic alert system) and leads the emergency grant program. |
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Lori York, Veterans and Military Advisor |
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Lori provides holistic support for military connected students and veterans, including VA benefits, academic advising and transfer planning. |
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Room C 1115
Hours: Service Hours August 18 - 22 M-Th 8 am - 6 pm, F 8 am - 4:30 pm
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