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Kathy Engbrecht is an Instructor and Retention Specialist at the Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences, Dakota State University. With over 35 years of experience in higher education and serving since 2009 at DSU, she plays a vital role in student success and academic guidance.
Education:
- M.S. in Information Systems, Dakota State University
- B.S. with BBA in Accounting and Management, Dakota State University
Her expertise lies in student retention, curriculum navigation, and academic support, where she is affectionately known as the “Beacom Mom” for her personal investment in students' academic journeys. Her work emphasizes educational accessibility, degree planning, and student engagement within the computing and cybersecurity disciplines.
Kathy has been recognized with the 2024 True Trojan NFE Outstanding Contributor award for her exceptional service. She previously served as Assistant Registrar at DSU for over a decade, bringing extensive administrative and academic operations experience to her current role.
She is actively involved in fostering student success through advising and institutional support, contributing to DSU’s mission of elite tech education. While no formal research publications or grant activities are listed, her impact is deeply rooted in academic mentoring and institutional student services.
