Jean Rolandelli

• Associate Professor of Biology (August 1998); Dept. Chair
• B.A., St. Cloud State University
• M.S., North Dakota State University
• Telephone: 701-224-5401
• Fax Number: 701-224-5680

About Jean: "Biologist rate amongst the people most satisfied with their careers. That statement certainly fits our biology faculty. I love learning about all aspects of living things. As I age my interests expand. I am trained as an ornithologist (birds) but have recently focused on corals. I have a small coral reef in the student study lounge on the biology floor in the Jack Science Center. It is a beautiful example of living art. On a personal note, I have 3 sons that have offered me many great examples of growth and development to share with my classes, much to their dismay. I am an avid gardener. I much prefer being outside in all seasons. I am an active member of the Bismarck/Mandan bird club and I spend a lot of time sewing and listening to music. My next great ambitions are to learn to play classical guitar and learn to snowboard if we ever get a snowy winter."

Ronald Jyring

• Associate Professor of Biology (August 1996)
• B.A., University of Minnesota
• Ph.D., University of North Dakota
• Telephone: 701-224-5459
• Fax Number: 701-224-5680

About Ron: "Teaching is the primary mission of BSC. However, I believe that research can and should be done at community colleges too. Faculty that engage in research often have a greater understanding of their fields and, equally important, can provide students with opportunities to participate in these projects. My formal education is in human anatomy, and I have done research in cancer biology and cardiac development and disease. Since it was not possible to continue research in those areas at BSC, I have begun a smaller field study project. This involves a survey of the areas around Bismarck for reptiles and amphibians. This is an exciting project as very little work has been done in this area. For example, in just a few short summers, my students and I have collected over half a dozen species that had not yet been described in Burleigh County. While herpetology, the study of amphibians and reptiles, is a new area for me, I am having a lot of fun learning, sharing, and exploring with my students. Perhaps you would like to join us?"

Yvette Matthews

• Associate Professor of Science (August 1994)
• B.S., University of Minnesota
• M.S., University of North Dakota
• Telephone: 701-224-5586
• Fax Number: 701-224-5680

About Yvette: Yvette teaches Physical Science and Biology. She developed and teaches Biology 296 Survey of Tropical Biology. Biology 296 is a course designed to provide students with a solid foundation in tropical biological concepts and field census techniques as applied to tropical rainforest ecosystems. The students travel to Costa Rica to experience a tropical ecosystem.

Julie Schroer

• Assistant Professor of Biology (August 1998)
• B.A., University of Minnesota, Morris
• M.S., North Dakota State University
• Telephone: 701-224-5411
• Fax Number: 701-224-5680

About Julie: "While I’ve always been interested in all aspects of biology, plants are my passion. I have nearly 2 decades of horticulture experience, which means that I’m able to keep my houseplants alive. I also have two cats, Mini and Pita, who keep me entertained."

Jayne M. Kiner

• Assistant Professor of Biology (2003)
• B.S.Ed., University of North Dakota
• M.S., University of Arkansas
• Telephone: 224-5493
• Fax Number: 224-5680
• Email Address: Jayne.Kiner@bsc.nodak.edu

Eric Bless

• Assistant Professor of Biology
• B.S., Louisiana State University
• M.S., University of North Dakota
• Office: Jack Science Center, Room 201G
• Telephone: 224-5411
• Fax Number: 224-5680
• Email Address: Eric.Bless@bsc.nodak.edu

Shawn Iverson

• Assistant Professor of Anatomy & Physiology/Biology
• B.S., Valley City State University
• M.S., Eastern Michigan University
• Office: Jack Science Center, Room 201F
• Telephone: 224-5733
• Fax Number: 224-5680
• Email Address: Shawn.T.Iverson@bsc.nodak.edu

Deb Shipman

• Assistant Professor of Microbiology
• B.S., North Dakota State University
• M.S., University of North Dakota
• Telephone: 224-2458
• Fax Number: 224-5680
• Email Address: Deborah.Shipman@bsc.nodak.edu