Adjunct Faculty

ROBERT ALLEN

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385  
Email:  rallen@zps.org

PEA 111/211 - Tae Kwon Do AP Koobi                     

                                                
 VICKI ARVIA

Office: 801 - Gymnasium
Phone: (231) 777-0385
Email:  vicki.arvia@muskegoncc.edu

HE 100A - Community First Aid & Safety
PEA 130/131 – Beginning & Intermediate Swimming 
PEA 133 – Water Safety Instructor 
                                         PEA 134 – Lifeguard Training

Vicki has been involved in aquatics her whole life and has been a Red Cross Certified Water Safety instructor for 25 years. Through the Muskegon/Oceana chapter of the Red Cross, she is a certified instructor and instructor trainer for CPR, First Aid, Life guarding and W.S.I. Vicki also has certifications from the National Arthritis Foundation for water exercise and the National YMCA for Swimming Fundamentals, Infant and Pre-School swim programs and YMCA Senior Program Director.

Vicki was born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago and moved toTwin Lake in 1981 where she still resides with her husband, Bill. She has one son, Aaron. In her spare time, she enjoys canoeing, sailing, golfing and bowling.

AUBREY J. AUBREY

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385
Email:  aubrey.aubrey@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 201 - Aerobic Movement for Fitness

Aubrey recently completed her MS at Michigan State University in Exercise Physiology, specializing in pediatrics and pregnancy. In addition she holds Bachelors degrees from both GVSU and Purdue University. She is currently completing prerequisites for MCC's Nursing Program. Aubrey lives in Grand Haven with her husband and a furry little family consisting of two dogs and a cat. Her hobbies include mountain biking, skateboarding, working out, playing guitar, and reading.

MARK BRUNGER

Office:  804 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0387
Email:  mark.brunger@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 101 - Weight Training
PEA 112 - Wrestling

Mark Brunger is a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a BS degree in Physical Education and is currently working towards an MA in Education Leadership. He attended Muskegon Community College from 1991-93.

Mark is currently the head coach of the Muskegon Community College wrestling team.  He has been teaching for Muskegon Heights Public Schools since 2005, currently teaching middle school computers and physical education.  He lives in Fruitport with his wife Cristy and son Reese.

   

DAVID BUCHAN

Office: 801 - Gymnasium
Phone: (231) 777-0385

PEA 114 - Golf I
PEA 214 - Golf II

SARAH JANE BULTHUIS 

Office: 801 – Gymnasium
Phone: (231)-777-0385
Fax: (231)-7770437
E-mail: sbulthuis@springlakeschools.org 

PEA 101A - Fitness, Wellness and Nutrition
PEA 104 – Walking, Jogging and Conditioning
PEA 156 – Beach Volleyball
PEP 201 - Elementary Physical Education for the Classroom Teacher 

Sarah is a 1979 graduate of Muskegon Community College , where she was a volleyball player and received the Athlete of the Year Award.  In the fall of 1979 she continued her education and volleyball career at Hillsdale College .  She received her teaching degree from Grand Valley State University and a Masters Degree from Marygrove College . 

Currently she is an elementary Health and Physical Education teacher in the Spring Lake School District .  She is also the Assistant Athletic Director as well as the Head Varsity Volleyball Coach and Assistant Softball Coach.

Sarah and her husband, Tim, (also a volleyball player) have two daughters who are volleyball players as well.  Betsy is an Alma College graduate and works for a medical supply company in Grand Rapids.  Cassidy is currently attending Hope College and will graduate with a degree in Special Education.  Both girls have played volleyball at their colleges for 4 years. 

GRETCHEN CLINE

Gretchen joined the MCC faculty as a member of the English/Communications Department in autumn 1997. She began teaching yoga for the HPER department in 2004.

In addition to teaching writing and yoga, Gretchen paints both colorful portraits and narrative paintings.  (B.A. English, Kenyon College; M.A., Ph.D. English, Ohio State University) 

LUCIO FARAIS

Office: 801 - Gymnasium
Phone: (231) 777-0385
Email:  lucio.farais@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 109 - Judo

Luco Farias has training and experience of over 45 years as a Black Belt in Martial Arts. He is a martial arts instructor (Judo, Karatedo, Kobudo, Jujitsu and Self-Defense) in the Grand Rapids area; a grand master instructor Olympic Center - Grand Rapids and began teaching at Muskegon Community College winter semester 2001.

He has also taught at many clubs, Universities, and for the police, army and National Guard in Argentina and Venezuela. Mr. Farias has competed in Judo and Karate in Argentina and Venezuela (1963-1974) and was an international judge and referee.

He has a bachelor degree in architecture from Mendoza University, Argentina 1976, where he also served as Professor of Landscape Design and Director of Physical Education. He has earned 7th Dan in Judo from the United States Martial Arts Association, 8th Dan in Karatedo - USMA and USA Master Instructor, 6th Dan Weapon - Kobudo USMA and USA -2000, 7th Dan Self Defense - Jujitsu, USMA USA - 2001 and National Fitness Instructor -September 2001.

Lucio is a member of United States Judo Federation, Union Panamericana Judo, National Referee, Japan Kodokan Henshubu since 1965, International Kobudo Association - USA, International Karate Gojuryu Kyokai - USA and Kyoshi Member Hall of Fame USMA USA 2000/2001.  He also belongs to MNLA Michigan Nursery Landscape Association and Ashworth College.

CATHY GAMBY-WEIDEMAN

Office:  385 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0618
Email:  cathy.gamby-weideman@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 201 - Aerobic Movement for Fitness

LARRY  HAUGHN

Office:  804 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0387
Email:  larry.haugn@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 112 - Wrestling

 JON HENDRICKSON

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385
Email:  jon.hendrickson@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 103 - Weight Training
PEA 106 - Leisure Games
PEA 107 - Archery
                                         PEA 108 - Bowling
                                         PEA 155/255 - Basketball I & II

CORY HERSHEY

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385
Email:  cory.hershey@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 101A - Fitness, Wellness and Nutrition
PEA 104A - Walking, Jogging and Conditioning                    

Cory is very excited to be returning to MCC.  After earning an associates degree from Muskegon Community College in 2005, Cory attended Western Michigan University.  In 2009, he graduated with a B.S. degree majoring in physical education with an emphasis in coaching.

Cory's hobbies include playing hockey, golf, softball and relaxing.  As a hockey player, Cory's most proud moment was winning the American Collegiate Hockey Association Division Three National Championship for MCC's club team in 2003.  Cory enjoys teaching health, fitness, nutrition and all the benefits that come with it.  Cory's ultimate goal for students is to have them pursue a healthy active lifestyle.

MATT HOUSEMAN

Office:  802 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0610
Email:  matthew.houseman@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 152 - Softball

RON JENKINS

Office:  804 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0291
Email:  ron.jenkins@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 255 - Basketball II
PEA 152 - Softball

 MARTY MCDERMOTT

Office:  805 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231 777-0462
Email:  marty.mcdermott@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 114/214 - Golf
PEP 203 - Fundamentals of Coaching
CSS 100 - College Success Seminar

Marty McDermott was named Atletic Director at Muskegon Community College in 2007.  Prior to coming to MCC, McDermott served as the Head Basketball Coach/Associate Atholetic Director at the University of Dubuque in Iowa.  From 1997-2003 McDermott served as the Head Basketball Coach at lake Superior State University. 

Marty holds a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration from the University of North Dakota and a Master's Degree in Sports Management and Administration from Wayne Sate College. 

Marty and his wife Rachel reside in Spring Lake along with their daughter, Mia and son, Evan.

RICHARD MEISCH

 Office:  801 - Gymnasium
 Phone:  (231) 777-0385
 Email:  richard.meisch@muskegoncc.edu

 PEA 108 - Bowling
 PEA 105 - Billiards

 Richard Meisch has been involved with bowling since 1972. He has coached high school Bowling teams since 1998 (boys and girls at Muskegon and Orchard View).  He was the Lakeshore Youth Bowling Conference Commissioner for five years until 2010, and was also the past director of the Greater Muskegon Bowling Association.  Currently, he is a team member of the team that set Muskegon's highest team and individual scratch game scores (a 1366 highest ever recorded single team game and 3661 highest ever recorded team series).  Dick's personal best scores are an 817 series and six 300 games.  Bowling is a family pastime and his son, Jason, owns the Muskegon city series record with an 876 scores. Dick has played billiards for over 45 years.  He was taught by the best player ever in the Muskegon area, Robert Leatherby, a world class three cushion billiard player.

BEVERLY MONTGOMERY

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385
Email:  beverly.montgomery@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 100 - Hatha Yoga

Beverly is a Registered Yoga Teacher 200, and has been practicing yoga for 8 years and teaching yoga in the community for 3 years.  She has worked with adults with special needs and is convinced yoga is for everyone.

Bev was born and raised in Muskegon Heights and resides with her husband of 42 years, Jesse.  She has three adult children and is passionate about spending time with her grandchildren and family.  Bev enjoys golfing and serving in her local church.

JOSHUA MUELLER

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385
Email:  joshua.mueller@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 103 - Weight Training

ANTHONY PARKER

Office:  805 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0381
Email:  anthony.parker@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 103 - Weight Training
PEA 154/254 - Volleyball I & II

Anthony Parker is a graduate of Mona Shores High School (2001) where he was a three year varsity basketball player and is part of the Muskegon Sports Hall of Fame. Anthony attended Saginaw Valley State University where he received his bachelor’s degree in Computer Graphic Design in May of 2006. After college Anthony returned to his alma mater to coach for two seasons.

Anthony has served as the Assistant Men’s Basketball Coach at Muskegon Community College since 2007, the Assistant Athletic Director since 2010, and the Intramural Director since 2010.

 Anthony currently resided in Grand Rapids.

CAP POHLMAN

FRED REINECKE

Office: 801 – Gymnasium
Phone: (231) 777-0385
Email:  fred.reinecke@muskegoncc.edu

PEA 110/210 - American Karate

 Soon after joining the United States Army, Fred saw his first Bruce Lee movie and was inspired (as were countless others in this era). In 1973, while still employed by Uncle Sam, he was sent to an assignment in the Republic of South Korea. It was during this tour of duty that Fred really got involved in the martial arts. Upon completion of his time in Korea Fred returned the U.S. as a newly certified Black Belt in Jin Moo Kwan - Tae Kwon Do.

After his discharge from the U.S. Army, Mr. Reinecke returned to Muskegon, Michigan. In 1975 he started taking classes at Muskegon's Community College (MCC). It was here he met Mr. Lieb who was conducting classes in the American Karate System.

Following his graduation from Central Michigan University,in 1980, Fred returned to Muskegon. He has been the American Karate instructor at MCC since.

Fred has been an active competitor from 1976 to present, wining more than 100 trophies and awards, which include six Grand Championships. During 1996-1997 Michigan Karate Circuit rated him among the top five black belt competitors in the senior fighting and forms competition. Currently, Fred is an 8th Degree Black Belt.

Mr. Reinecke continues to train, support and promote the American Karate System through his instructional endeavor and as the editor and publisher of the ASK Newsletter. He also hones his skills and techniques by attending seminars with such noted instructors as Tadashi Yamashita and Shorin Ruy.

For more information on the American karate System, please follow this link: http://www.aks-usa.com

 JON ROMKEMA

Office: 801- Gymnasium
Phone: (231) 777-0385
Email: jon.romkema@muskegoncc.edu

HE 100 - Community First Aid and Safety
HE 102 - Nutrition for Fitness and Sport
HE 110A - Industrial Safety and Workplace Training
HE  202 - Sports Injuries and Prevention 
HE  220 - Internship in Athletic Training

Jon is a native of Grand Rapids, Michigan. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from GrandValleyStateUniversity in 1987 with a major in Physical Education and an emphasis in Athletic Training. Jon has been an adjunct faculty member, as well as athletic trainer and assistant athletic director, at MuskegonCommunity College since 1989. 

Jon is employed as a Certified Athletic Trainer at Hackley Hospital Sports Medicine. He is currently the coordinator of the Community Outreach Program at Hackley Sports Medicine. He holds many certifications from the American Red Cross and has been an instructor with them since 1989. Jon has been instrumental in the development of the Sports Safety Training courses taught by the Hackley Sports Medicine staff in conjunction the American Red Cross.

Prior to coming to Muskegon, Jon was the Head Athletic Trainer at MarianCollege in Wisconsin (1988 to 1989). Jon also served as an adjunct faculty member in GrandValleyStateUniversity’s Athletic Training Education Program from 1991 to 1993. Previously, Jon served as the athletic trainer for MuskegonHeightsHigh School from 1991 to 1994 and NorthMuskegonHigh School from 1995 to 1997.

Office:  801 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-0385
Email:  niktong@msn.com

PEA 114 - Golf I
PEA 214 - Golf II

Nik is a graduate of The Ohio State University. In 1994 he received his Bachelor's of Science degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing. Nik joined the MCC staff in 2009 after working several years as an assistant golf professional at Muskegon Country Club. His resume includes club fitting certifications, numerous individual golf lessons as well as several junior and ladies golf clinics.

LINDSEY TOWNSEL

Office:  903 - Gymnasium
Phone:  (231) 777-409
Email:  lindsey.townsel@muskegoncc.ed8

 HE110 - Industrial Safety and Workplace Training

Lindsey is a native of Muskegon, Michigan and a 2003 graduate of Muskegon High School. She attended Eastern Michigan University where she was a recipient of the Wade McCree Scholarship, Delbert Pearson Athletic Scholarship, Chole Todd Scholarship, & the Wilber Bowen Scholarship. She graduated from EMU in 2008 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Athletic Training. Lindsey then completed my internship in 2008 at Hackley Sports Medicine and was assigned to the winter season sports at Muskegon High School. She graduated in 2010 from the University of Southern Indiana where she was the first graduate assistant athletic trainer completing a two-year position. While at USI Lindsey received a Masters degree in Public Administration.