Senior Leadership Team

Education

• D.Min. Bethel Seminary, 2014
• M.A. Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, 1999
• B.A. North Central University, 1986

Role at North Central

Dr. Graham brings a wealth of experience to this role. He holds a master’s degree from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary and D. Min from Bethel Seminary. He has served on both the Alumni Board and the Board of Regents of NCU, and has a distinguished career in ministry, including serving as a pastor in North Dakota and Wisconsin. He joined NCU as the Dean of the College of Church Leadership in 2014 and later served as Vice President of Spiritual Life and Special Advisor to the President. He also held a position as the Assistant Superintendent of the Assemblies of God in Minnesota, while continuing to teach several classes in leadership and ministry at NCU.

Professional Experience

• Lead Pastor, Evangel Assembly of God, Bismarck, ND, 2005-14
• Lead Pastor, River of Life Assembly of God, La Crosse, WI, 1993-2005
• Associate Pastor, Journey Church, Kenosha, WI, 1990-93
• Youth Pastor, Evangel Assembly of God, Bismarck, ND, 1986-90
• Ordained with the Assemblies of God, 1989
• NCU Alumni Board, 1987-90, 2005-11
• NCU Board of Regents, 2011-14
• Assistant Superintendent for the MN District Council, 2019

Personal Information

Doug has been married to Vicki since 1984. They have four children who attended NCU, Kyle, Kirk, Kaleb, and Karlee. Doug’s passion is to invest his life and experience into a new generation of spiritual leaders who will impact the Church and the world. Besides his work and ministry at NCU, Doug is an avid triathlete who loves to swim, bike, and run (in that order).

Education

• M.A., Strategic Leadership, North Central University
• B.S., Youth Ministry, North Central University

Role at NCU

Vice President Bethany Harshbarger oversees areas highly impacted by the challenges and opportunities facing higher education. Her teams are tackling new realities head-on through a variety of innovative initiatives. “We are excited to continue to improve our processes and student experiences in all areas,” Harshbarger said. “I’m especially eager for the rollout of our new “One Stop” student services model that provides a streamlined path for students to access the NCU services they need. With One Stop, new recruitment initiatives, and enhanced marketing resources, we are positioned for an excellent future!”

Areas of oversight include Admissions, Student Financial Services, Retention, Marketing and Communications, Student Development, Spiritual Life, Multicultural Engagement, and the Student Success Center.

Professional Experience

Vice President Harshbarger has been at North Central for 10 years, serving in multiple roles in Admissions, including Director, and most recently as Executive Director of Enrollment. She is also a credentialed minister with the Assemblies of God.

Role at NCU

Kate Ketterling joined NCU in 2018, where she initially served as the Director of Human Resources, Executive Director of Human Resources, and now Interim Vice President of HR & Operations. Ketterling’s core competencies revolve around process creation, creative problem-solving, and promoting workplace health. Her multifaceted career reflects a commitment to excellence in diverse professional domains. She has successfully navigated challenging situations. She helped lead our covid response, chaired the Title IX committee, and orchestrated a comprehensive overhaul of the Human Resources department.

Areas of oversight include both the Human Resources and Operations divisions, including the Directors and Executive Directors of Operations, Facilities Management, Campus Safety and Security, Information Technology and Innovation, Media Production, Copy and Mailing Services, and Housekeeping and Events.

Professional Experience

Vice President Ketterling has been at North Central for 5 years in the Department of Human Resources. She is a proud alumna of NCU and her dedication to the school is deeply ingrained.

Before coming to NCU, Ketterling worked in Human Resources with Stephens Inc., a prominent family-owned financial services firm. After becoming a mother, she dedicated the majority of her time to raising her four children. During their formative years, she contributed her skills to AG Financial, offering administrative support for church and para-church organization fundraising. In addition, she made contributions to the real estate sector, specializing in staging and marketing strategies. 

Throughout her career, Ketterling has been actively involved in various part-time and volunteer roles. She has lent her expertise to organizations such as Christian Heritage Academy, Inner City Christian Ministries, and River Valley Church, providing valuable support in administration, event planning, and human resources. 

Education

• Ed.D., Higher Education Leadership and Administration, Bethel University
• MA, English, University of St. Thomas
• B.S., English, Literature and Writing Concentrations, University of North Central

Role at NCU

Dr. Libengood provides oversight on HLC accreditation, institutional research, and diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in academics. She partners with faculty in serving our students well through continued improvement in academics.

Professional Experience

• Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, North Central University
• Assistant Professor, English, North Central University

Personal Information

Dr. Libengood and her husband, Lance, who is a 2005 North Central University graduate and have six children. You can read more about their family here.