University Fills Administrative Roles

Volume 22 No 2 | Spring 2009

Bethel University has made several new appointments in recent months, including:

Dan Nelson

Vice President for Admissions, Financial Aid, and Retention

Nelson has served Bethel in a variety of capacities for more than 30 years, most recently as assistant to the president for financial aid, enrollment, institutional research, and planning.

According to Bethel University President Jay Barnes, “Dan’s skills in marshalling and analyzing data, tracking enrollment, and developing creative approaches to financial aid have enabled Bethel to make good strategic decisions that have allowed the school to grow during times of demographic challenges in prospective student populations. In his new role, he will bring his considerable skills to a university-wide responsibility, working with admissions offices, overseeing financial aid, and leading an effort across all schools to recruit and retain students and enable timely completion of their academic program.”

Kathleen Nelson

Senior Vice President for Finance and Administration

Nelson succeeds Randy Thomann, who retired in spring 2009. She is a 1986 Bethel College alumna and holds an MBA from the Carlson School at the University of Minnesota. She has served in various positions at Northwest Airlines since 1987, most recently as regional director of airport affairs. She also has six years of experience as a Bethel trustee, serving on both the business affairs committee and the executive committee.

Bethel University President Jay Barnes notes that Nelson brings “a broad perspective on financial issues based on her extensive professional experience and academic credentials.”

Katrina Chapman

University Registrar

Chapman served in both the seminary registrar’s office and the registrar’s office in the College of Arts & Sciences before accepting this new role. In addition to her wealth of experience, she brings an enthusiasm for serving God faithfully and with excellence in her work with students, staff, and faculty.