Leadership
Our team is a dedicated group of professionals working together to guide our institution toward success. Our team is committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring the growth and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff. With a shared vision and diverse expertise, we strive to shape a brighter future for our college community.
President’s Executive Cabinet

Dr. Michael Raich
President
Campus
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- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
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Dr. Bart Johnson
Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion



Charlotte Peterson
Vice-President of Human Resources
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion



Jerritt Johnston
Vice President of Finance & Operations
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion
President’s Leadership Team



Dr. Michael Raich
President
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion



Dr. Bart Johnson
Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion



Charlotte Peterson
Vice-President of Human Resources
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion



Jerritt Johnston
Vice President of Finance & Operations
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion


Dr. Jessalyn Sabin
Academic Dean, Career & Technical Education & Mesabi Range – Eveleth Campus Director
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion


Aaron Reini
Dean of Liberal Arts
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion
Richard Kangas
Dean of Natural Resources, Public Service Programs, & K–12 Engagement
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion
Keith Turner
Dean of Student Success, Equity and Inclusion
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion


Dr. Trent Janezich
Executive Director of Advancement & Customized Training Solutions
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion
Jennifer Boben
Hibbing Campus Director and Student Services Supervisor
Campus
- H Hibbing
Jodi Pontinen
Financial Aid Director & Mesabi Range – Virginia Campus Director
Campus
- H Hibbing
- I Itasca
- ME Mesabi Range – Eveleth
- MV Mesabi Range – Virginia
- RR Rainy River
- V Vermilion


Lisa Marcis
Itasca Campus Director & English Instructor
Campus
- I Itasca
Aaron Bender
Vermilion Campus Director & Athletic Director
Campus
- V Vermilion