Academic Deans

Working in partnership with the vice president of teaching and learning, the academic deans provide leadership that shapes the student experience at Northeast Iowa Community College. They oversee curriculum planning, faculty and staff development, departmental goals, and instructional scheduling. Reporting directly to the vice president, the deans champion academic quality, innovation, and a strong commitment to student success.

Sarah Carlson headshot
Sarah Carlson
Dean of Nursing
  • carlsonsa@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2209
  • Peosta
Mike Gau headshot
Michael Gau
Dean of Business, Graphic Design, Paralegal, and Science
  • gaum@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2322
  • Peosta
Mark Gerein
Mark Gerein
Associate Dean of Industrial Technologies
  • gereinm@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2166
  • Peosta
Katie Gilbert
Katie Gilbert
Dean of High School Partnerships
  • gilbertka@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2389
  • Peosta
Laura Menke
Laura Menke
Dean of Allied Health
  • menkela@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2498
  • Peosta
Greg Moklestad
Greg Moklestad
Dean of Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Technology and Computer Science
  • moklestadg@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2168
  • Peosta
Jeff Murphy
Jeffrey J. Murphy
Executive Director for Facilities & Operations
  • murphyj@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 1235
  • Calmar
Kathy Nacos-Burds
Kathleen Nacos-Burds
Vice President of Teaching and Learning
  • nacos-burdsk@nicc.edu
  • 563.562.3263, ext. 2135
  • Peosta