Employee Achievements
Dickinson State University (DSU) proudly recognizes the exceptional achievements of our employees. Their expertise, creativity, and leadership are integral to the university’s continued success and growth.
Dr. Ayodeji Arogundade, Dean of the School of Business and Entrepreneurship
Dr. Arogundade was appointed as the new Secretary of IACBE Region 5 (North Central Region), which includes the states of Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. This appointment reflects his continued commitment to academic excellence and leadership within the business education community.
Tim Kessel, Assistant Professor of Finance and Business
Professor Kessel contributed to WalletHub’s article, “Compare Car Insurance Rates,”
offering valuable insights into the comparative analysis of auto insurance rates to
help inform consumers.
Read his full contribution here: https://wallethub.com/edu/ci/compare-car-insurance/93611#expert=Tim_Kessel
Employee Updates
DSU celebrates recent promotions, new hires, and the continued dedication of our team. Please join us in congratulating our colleagues and welcoming the valuable contributions they bring to the DSU community.
Michael Evenson, Custodian
Michael Evenson joins DSU after over a decade of service as a custodian with the Dickinson Public School System. Seeking a change of pace, he briefly worked in animal control for the City of Dickinson but discovered that it wasn’t the right fit. He is enthusiastic about returning to an educational environment and is excited to contribute to the DSU campus community.
Rachel Hornbarger, Accounts Payable Technician
Rachel Hornbarger relocated to Dickinson this past fall from Winnemucca, Nevada. She spent the past five years teaching at the junior high level but decided to pursue a new direction. She is eager to take on her role in DSU’s Business Affairs Office and looks forward to developing new skills as part of the accounts payable team.