Meet Those Who Make It Possible
Shannon Coulter
XR for VR Project Director
Shannon Coulter is the Project Director for the federally funded XR for VR initiative at 黑料导航. She holds a Master’s in Project Management from the University of Mary and has led multiple projects at 黑料导航, including an international collaboration with Saudi Arabia. Her work focuses on helping employers fill workforce needs while preparing individuals with disabilities to obtain Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE).
Fun Fact: Shannon loves spending time with her husband and adult children and adores her grandpups!
Contact Info:
701-224-2587
shannon.coulter@bismarckstate.edu
Bruce Klootwyk Jr.
XR for VR Career Coach
Bruce Klootwyk Jr. is the Career Coach for the federally funded XR for VR initiative at 黑料导航. He holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Mary. Klootwyk has dedicated his life to being an Advocate for all and a pioneer in the world of technology. His work allows him to motivate, prepare, and support individuals with disabilities to obtain Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE). Bruce loves having the opportunity to assist others in making their lives as rewarding as possible.
Fun Fact: Bruce grew up playing and coaching Baseball. He has been to nineteen of the thirty professional baseball stadiums and has the goal to experience the other eleven.
Contact Info:
701-224-2422
bruce.klootwyk.1@bismarckstate.edu
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Mansi Pagare
XR for VR Data Analyst and Peer Mentor Coordinator
Mansi Pagare is the Data Analyst and Peer Mentor Coordinator for the XR for VR grant. She holds a Master’s degree in Health Informatics and has a strong background in research and biotechnology, with a couple of academic publications.
In her role, she uses data to spot patterns, track results, and improve processes. She also helps make workflows smoother and leads student peer mentors, supporting their efforts to increase participant engagement and teamwork.
Fun Fact: I still find my favorite books in the kids’ fiction section- braver heroes, more dragons, and zero tax forms.
Contact Info:
701-224-2589
mansi.pagare@bismarckstate.edu
Loretta Benedict
XR for VR Workforce Development Specialist
Loretta Benedict is the Workforce Development Specialist for the XR for VR grant with a focus in career navigation, employer and community outreach. She enjoys direct input from business and industry leaders that help ensure Bismarck Sate College programs align with essential workforce talent needs.
Fun Fact: Traveling internationally to learn about other cultures and work with resort entertainment teams.
Contact Info:
701-224-2698
loretta.benedict@bismarckstate.edu
Don Winter
XR for VR Strategic Partnership Coordinator
Don Winter is the Strategic Partnership Coordinator for the XR for VR grant. Don holds a B.S. degree in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. Winter brings a strong background of collaborating businesses partnerships to community needs, through years spent in small town media operations. His work focuses on helping to find business partners for the XR for VR project that are interested in improving their workforce options through Competitive Integrated Employment.
Fun Fact: Don loves spending his time doing anything outdoors, and most of his spare time is spent with his wife and two sons enjoying the best the rugged North Dakota scenery has to offer.
Contact Info:
701-224-2589
donald.winter.1@bismarckstate.edu
Mandi Eberle
Assistant Dean of Automation, Energy, and Advanced Technology - Certifying Official for the XR for VR Grant
Mandi Eberle is an Assistant Dean for the Automation, Energy and Advanced Technology Division at 黑料导航 (BSC). She also serves as XR for VR’s Certifying Official. She previously served as the XR for VR Project Director and the Student Accessibility Coordinator at 黑料导航. Eberle's professional experience also includes roles as an Educator in the Mandan School District and the Kidder County School District.
Fun Fact: Mandi loves spending time with her family, outdoor activities and traveling to new places.
Contact Info:
701-224-2422
mandi.eberle@bismarckstate.edu
Adrianna Aguayo
XR for VR Automation Manufacturing Peer Mentor
Adrianna is a student here at 黑料导航, majoring in Mechatronic Engineering. Passionate about the future of manufacturing, robotics, and AI, she plans to pursue a career in the evolving field of automation and advanced technology. Having previously worked with students with disabilities, Adrianna was drawn to this role because it allows her to continue making a positive impact. Recognized as BSC’s Outstanding Student in her field of study, she is known for her teamwork, advocacy, and dedication to helping others succeed. Outside of school and work, she has a family of five and enjoys cooking.
Fun Fact: As a Sneaker Enthusiast, I have over 50 pairs of shoes in my growing collection... Yes, it’s currently growing!
Contact Info:
adrianna.aguayo@bismarckstate.edu
Cole Edwardson
XR for VR Automation Manufacturing Peer Mentor
Cole Edwardson is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity while serving as an embedded tutor for a foundational Cybersecurity course he previously completed. He is passionate about learning and applying his knowledge to help others, using his skills to solve problems and support his peers in their academic journey.
Fun Fact: One time, I applied for a once-in-a-lifetime Bull Elk tag lottery and got it on the first try. (People apply for multiple years to try to get one.)
Contact Info:
cole.edwardson@bismarckstate.edu