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Parents and Families

Contact Us

Office of Alumni and Parent Services
651.638.6462
800.255.8706, ext. 6462
alumni@bethel.edu

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As vice president for constituent relations, Ralph leads and oversees the Office of Alumni and Parent Services as well as the Office of Church Ministries. 

Contact Ralph:

phone: 651.638.6122 or email.

Ralph Gustafson C'74, S'78
Vice President for Constituent Relations

 
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Kara joined the Office of Alumni and Parent Services in 2007.  She plans, organizes, and helps facilitate all aspects of alumni and parent services, cultivating Christ-centered relationships with both alumni and parents to support Bethel University and its mission.

Contact Kara:

phone:  651.635.2378 or email.

Kara Swanson '96
Director of Alumni and Parent Services

 
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Sheri has been a part of the team since 1996. She is currently the manager of Bethel's major events and programs for alumni, parents, and churches.

Contact Sheri:

phone: 651.635.8774 or email

Sheri Anderstrom '83
Manager of Constituent Relations Events

 
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Since joining the team in 2000, Debbie has been coordinating and planning all reunion programs. Debbie also helps to facilitate major and chapter events.

Contact Debbie:

phone: 651.635.8761 or email

Debbie Espeland '77
Reunion and Alumni Chapter Coordinator

 
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Linda joined the team in 2007 and works with keeping the alumni and parent database up-to-date. She manages the merchandise for our parent and alumni events and is also the supervisor for our office's student workers.

Contact Linda:

phone:  651.638.6497 or email

Linda Dalum
Data Integrity Coordinator

Pam

Pam serves as our administrative assistant. She keeps the office running smoothly, manages event registrations, and assists with a wide variety of projects and activities.

Contact Pam:

phone: 651.635.2489 or email.

Pam Zaffke
Administrative Assistant