Jim Stern

Jim Stern is an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Biological Sciences at Bethel University's College of Arts and Sciences. With over 32 years of teaching experience, he has taught courses in biology, animal behavior, environmental science, and earth science to students ranging from middle school to adult learners.

• Education: B.S. in Life Science, Earth Science, and General Science Education (University of Minnesota, 1983)
• Education: M.Ed. in Science Education (University of Minnesota, 1986)

His expertise focuses on natural sciences education, particularly in wildlife encounters, geologic events, and environmental issues. Jim's teaching practice emphasizes hands-on engagement with the natural world, drawing from his deep familiarity with Minnesota's ecosystems.

He holds a Minnesota Teaching License and is affiliated with Education Minnesota as a professional organization. His outdoor activities include golf, hiking, fishing, rock collecting, and fossil hunting across the Upper Midwest, Rockies, Tetons, Lake Tahoe, and Northern Arizona.