Faculty
![Photo of Brad Bergsma](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Brad_Bergsma-1.jpg)
Brad Bergsma
VP of Information Technology & General Education Instructor
Bachelor of General Studies in Environmental Science (Minor Mathematics) University of Kansas; 2005 Apple Certified Systems Administrator (ACSA); 2007 Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA); 2019 Google IT Support Professional CertificateOffice: 785-890-1546
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![Photo of Christa Bergsma](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Christa_Bergsma-1-1-1024x683.jpg)
Christa Bergsma
Cosmetology Instructor
BS – Vocational – Technical Education785-890-1556
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![Photo of Gia Brachtenbach](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/gia_brachtenbach.jpg)
Gia Brachtenbach
Design & Digital Media Instructor
Office: 785-890-1597
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![Photo of Tanner Callis](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Tanner_Callis1.jpg)
Tanner Callis
English Instructor
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![Photo of Jason Cook](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Jason_Cook-1-1024x683.jpg)
Jason Cook
Kansas Institute of Diesel Technology Instructor
BS - Career & Technical Education785-890-1562
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![Photo of Tallee Davis](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Tallee_Davis.png)
Tallee Davis
Precision Agriculture Workshop Coordinator
A.S.; B.S.; M.S.Office: 785-890-1577
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![Photo of Tim Davis](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Tim_Davis.png)
Tim Davis
Welding Instructor
Office: 785-890-1576
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![Photo of Logan Dobbs](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Logan_Dobbs-1-1024x683.jpg)
Logan Dobbs
Electrical Technology Instructor
AAS - NWKTC (Electrical Tech); BS from PSU; journeyman electrician (CO); master electrical license (KS); OSHA trainer; NCCER craft instructor NC3 Greenlee instructor; forklift certification; Ramset certificationOffice: 785-890-1537
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![Photo of Joseph Dobbs](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Joseph_Dobbs.jpg)
Joseph Dobbs
Carpentry Instructor
Certification, NWKTC (2005); NCCER certification; Gen Contractor license (to be completed spring 2022) BA - PSU (in progress)Office: 785-890-1544
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![Photo of Oura Garrett](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Oura_Garrett_2018.png)
Oura Garrett
Kansas Institute of Diesel Technology Instructor
BS - Vocational - Technical Education785-890-1547
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![Photo of Leah Innocci](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Leah_Innocci.jpg)
Leah Innocci
Crime Scene Investigation Instructor
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![Photo of Thatcher Jones](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Thatcher_Jones.png)
Thatcher Jones
Precision Agriculture Technology Instructor
Office: 785-890-1572
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![Photo of Jim Kennedy](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Jim_Kennedy-1-1024x683.jpg)
Jim Kennedy
Automotive Technology Instructor
AAS - NWKTC; BS in Tech Ed - PSU785-890-1523
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![Photo of Angela Kershner](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Angela_kershner.jpg)
Angela Kershner
Respiratory Therapy Instructor
AS - Front Range CC; Registered Resp Therapist; BS - PUS (in progress); Office: 785-890-1582
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![Photo of Butch Knapp](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Butch_Knapp.jpg)
Butch Knapp
Plumbing Instructor
Colorado Master Plumber License #484 1988 - Present Colorado Plumbing Contractor License #2334
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![Photo of Troy Laughlin](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Tory_Laughlin.jpg)
Troy Laughlin
Electrical Technology Instructor
AAS - NWKTC (2007); BS - FHSU (1999); professional certs include: Journeyman Electrician; Greenlee Certified Trainer; International Association of Electrical Inspectors MemberOffice: 785-890-1538
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![Photo of Blair Lonneke](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Blair_Lonneke.jpg)
Blair Lonneke
CDL Instructor
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![Photo of Jonathan McClung](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Jonathan_McClung.png)
Jonathan McClung
Civil Engineering & Drafting Technology Instructor
Office: 785-890-1542
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![Photo of Kelly Nixon](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Kelly_Nixon.jpg)
Kelly Nixon
Business Technology Instructor
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![Photo of Jack Polifka](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Screen_Shot_2021-02-09_at_3_00_35_PM.png)
Jack Polifka
Precision Agriculture Technology Instructor
AAS - Precision Agriculture TechnologyOffice: 785-890-1573
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![Photo of Morgan Pritchard](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Morgan_Pritchard.jpg)
Morgan Pritchard
Cloud & Crypto Computing Instructor
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![Photo of Rachel Schears](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/2018_Rachel_Schears_1.jpg)
Rachel Schears
General Education Instructor
AA - Cowley (2001); BS - ESU (2005_; MEd - UT Arlington (2020)
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![Photo of Lois Seibert](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Lois_Seibert.jpg)
Lois Seibert
Medical Assistant Instructor
2017 Pittstate State University, Pittsburg KS 2004 Registered Medical Assistant785-890-1587
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![Photo of Josh Simmons](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Josh_Simmons-1-1024x683.jpg)
Josh Simmons
Kansas Institute of Diesel Technology Instructor
2021 Pittsburg State University, Pittsburg KS785-890-1547
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![Photo of Jeremy Skrdlant](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/2018_Jeremy_Skrdlant_1.jpg)
Jeremy Skrdlant
Cloud Computing Instructor
AS - Colby CC; BS - KState; MS - FHSU; professional certs include: A+; Security +; AWS CCP; App Development with Switft Associate; App Development with Swift Certified User; Apple Teacher; QM Teaching Online Certified785-890-1532
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![Photo of Shea Vrbka](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/2018_Shea_Vrbka_1.jpg)
Shea Vrbka
Welding Instructor
785-890-1576
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![Photo of Dwight Williams](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Dwight_Williams1-1024x683.jpg)
Dwight Williams
Automotive Technology Instructor
Master ASE CertifiedASE Advanced Engine Performance CertifiedASE Light, Duty Diesel CertifiedAssociates of Applied ScienceBS- Career & Technical Education785-890-1522
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![Photo of Michael Zimmerman](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/2018_Mike_Zimmerman_1.jpg)
Michael Zimmerman
Engineering & Drafting Technology Instructor
BS - KSU785-890-1578
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![Photo of Trista Zimmerman](https://www.nwktc.edu/assets/images/staff/Trista_Zimmerman-11.jpg)
Trista Zimmerman
Personal Finance Instructor/Perkins Coordinator
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